1970s Maurice Villency Italian Travertine Pedestal Table

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An Italian travertine center table by Maurice Villency. Post modern period, the square table top with a double beveled edge … Read more An Italian travertine center table by Maurice Villency. Post modern period, the square table top with a double beveled edge is supported on an angular travertine pedestal base.

Maurice Villency was a renowned American furniture designer and businessman, best known for his contributions to modern furniture design. Born in the early 20th century, Villency founded Maurice Villency Inc. in 1932, a luxury furniture company headquartered in New York. The brand quickly gained prominence for its sleek, modernist designs that blended functionality with aesthetics, often incorporating clean lines, innovative materials, and high-quality craftsmanship.

Under Villency’s leadership, the company expanded its reach, catering to an upscale clientele and offering customizable furniture for homes and offices. His design philosophy emphasized timeless elegance and versatility, which resonated with mid-century modern and contemporary tastes.

Villency’s legacy continues through his family, including his grandson Eric Villency, who has further modernized the brand while maintaining its commitment to innovative design. Maurice Villency is remembered as a pioneer who elevated modern furniture design in the U.S. market. See less