Vintage Canterbury Magazine Rack, 1940s

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Description

This furnishing accessory is not just an accessory, but an example of how utility can meet fine cabinetmaking in a … Read more This furnishing accessory is not just an accessory, but an example of how utility can meet fine cabinetmaking in a piece of timeless charm.

Technical and Stylistic
Type: Magazine rack with top shelf.

Period and Production: This piece dates back to the early decades of the 20th century (circa 1920-1940) and is clearly Italian artisanal.

Style: Its aesthetic is inspired by the Louis Philippe/Eclectic style, characterized by simple lines softened by turned and shaped elements.

Materials: Made entirely of solid walnut, chosen for its sturdiness and warm brown hue that develops with age.

Construction Details:

Top: The top consists of a fixed tray with "owl's beak"-shaped edges, ideal as a tabletop next to a reading chair.

The Structure: The uprights supporting the top are finely turned, lending a sense of sleekness and visual lightness to the solid wooden base.

The Magazine Compartment: The sides feature a woven cane finish, a detail that not only lightens the structure but adds a natural, refined texture, typical of the elegant furnishings of the period.

The Supports: It rests on four saber-shaped feet that ensure perfect stability while maintaining a curved, harmonious line.

E-commerce Information
Condition: Excellent. The wood has been nourished, and the cane is intact and well-tensioned. See less