Vintage Italian Brass Coat Rack with Onyx Marble Centrepiece, 1960s

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This elegant vintage Italian brass coat rack from the 1960s is a remarkable combination of functionality, craftsmanship, and decorative presence.

… Read more This elegant vintage Italian brass coat rack from the 1960s is a remarkable combination of functionality, craftsmanship, and decorative presence.

The coat rack features a beautifully detailed rotating crown with richly ornamented hooks, providing generous hanging space while creating an impressive silhouette. The refined brass column is enhanced by a distinctive cream-coloured onyx marble centerpiece, displaying attractive natural veining and warm amber-brown tones that make each example unique.
Beneath the marble section are four practical lower hooks, ideal for scarves, handbags, umbrellas, keys, or children's jackets. This thoughtful feature adds everyday functionality while preserving the elegant appearance of the piece.

Particularly striking is the highly decorative three-legged base. Each side is adorned with sculptural female faces separated by faceted decorative panels, demonstrating the quality and attention to detail associated with Italian design of the period. Raised on elegantly shaped legs, the base gives the coat rack a refined architectural presence and further enhances its visual appeal.

Whether placed in an entrance hall, dressing room, bedroom, boutique, hotel lobby, or luxury interior, this vintage Italian hall tree serves as both a practical furnishing and an impressive decorative statement.

Details
Vintage Italian coat rack
Italy, circa 1960s
Brass construction
Rotating crown
Decorative cast brass detailing
Onyx marble centerpiece
Four practical lower hooks
Fluted brass column
Sculptural female face decoration on the base
Faceted decorative panels
Elegant three-legged design
Warm aged brass patina

Dimensions
Height: 176 cm (69.29 in)
Crown Diameter: 36 cm (14.17 in)
Base Diameter: 45 cm (17.72 in)

Condition
Good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear consistent with decades of use. The brass displays a warm aged patina with minor signs of use and surface wear. The onyx marble remains in very good condition and retains its beautiful natural colour variations and veining.

A highly decorative and functional Italian design piece that makes an immediate impression in any interior. See less