Vintage Custom Italian Metal Bar Cabinet with Blush Marble Top

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Spanning over seven feet in width, this extraordinary bar cabinet embodies the spirit of postwar Italian design, when furniture was … Read more Spanning over seven feet in width, this extraordinary bar cabinet embodies the spirit of postwar Italian design, when furniture was conceived as both functional object and artistic statement. Its sweeping, sinuous frame is clad in hand-worked metal, the surface alive with welded linear motifs that meander like abstract vines across a richly patinated copper-brass finish. Each mark tells of the maker’s hand — a quiet rhythm of gesture translated into metal. Crowning the piece, a monumental marble slab in soft rose tones anchors the composition. Its fluid veining drifts across the surface like a landscape in stone, a natural counterpoint to the cabinet’s burnished glow. The reverse opens to reveal tiered shelving lined in vintage vinyl, a practical heart concealed within the sculptural form — perfectly suited for housing bottles, glassware, or a curated collection of spirits. Strong angular legs rise from the ground with architectural intent, steadying the piece like a structure meant to endure. A custom commission likely for a restaurant or hotel in Italy and monumental in presence, this bar cabinet blurs the boundary between furniture and sculpture. It commands the room with sculptural presence, turning function into a work of art. Matching stools are available here. Condition: Great vintage condition. The patinated metal frame shows surface wear, scuffs, and tonal variation consistent with age and use, enhancing its handmade character. Vinyl-lined shelves display a few very minor marks. Sturdy, stable, and notably heavy. Additional Dimensions: Top: 16"Depth See less