Architectural walnut and brass wall unit
SOLD
Italy, 1960s. Preowned.
Provenance: Luigi Caccia Domioni's apartment building in via Francesco Cherubini, Milan.
Materials:
Wood with walnut veneer with brass details (feet, tops and shelves supports), cut glass.
Condition: 4/5
See condition report below by clicking on "info".
Dimensions (H x W x D):
285-295 x 215 x 37,5 cm / 112,2-116,1 x 84,6 x 14,8
Shipping:
Free delivery in Milan. Other destinations please contact us for a quote.
Although the designer of this important bookcase has not been itdentified yet, this piece is clearly well designed and crafted. It resembles some designs of Pierluigi Spadolini or Vito Latis. It is likely a custom made piece.
It is composed of 4 uprights, 1 bar cabinet with two glass shelves and magnetic lock, 4 drawers, 19 shelves. See "info" for additional dimensions.
The position of the shelves can be adjusted. Brass feet and tops are adjustable. In case you would like to install the bookcase in a room with a higher ceiling, we can provide custom made brass wall brackets.
MORE INFO
Additional dimensions: adjustable height between 285 and 295 cm; 13 shelves measuring 67 x 23 cm; 6 shelves measuring 67 x 31; bar cabinet 74 x 66,5 x 34,5; each chest of drawers 25 x 67 x 37,5; drawer inner height 10 cm.
Condition report: very good vintage condition. Patina on wood and brass, minor wear such as light scratches, signs of use, darkenings due to sun exposure or objects. Two more visible marks on one upright. On two drawers some small veneer pieces were missing and have been professionally restored.