Italian Art Deco Parchment Cabinet Bar attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1940

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Italian cabinet bar in parchment attributed to Osvaldo Borsani. The high quality of craftsmanship in this piece is evident from … Read more Italian cabinet bar in parchment attributed to Osvaldo Borsani. The high quality of craftsmanship in this piece is evident from numerous details. The upper part features three splendid mirrors that enhance the central door; these mirrors have a warm blush color, with sandblasted glass decorations typical of the era. Inside the central compartment, there is a beautiful bar finished with a mosaic of mirrors and precious opaline on the side shelves and the top, which lights up when the door is opened.

The two side doors are very decorative, finished externally with a refined concentric "grissinatura". At the bottom, there are five drawers: three in the center with a parchment front, and two on the sides with a "grissinato" front, whose design continues along the entire perimeter of the cabinet. The lower part, clearly inspired by rationalism, is characterized by the original solution of open sides, which gives the piece an elegance and lightness that are absolute. Completing the piece is an elegant "grissinato" base running along its entire length. This cabinet is a magnificent example of Italian Art Deco and is in very good condition, still retaining its original features from the era. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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