Stools in Birdseye Maple and Chromed Metal, 1930s, Set of 2

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A pair of Italian stools from the 1930s, characterised by a geometric construction and a refined combination of materials. The … Read more A pair of Italian stools from the 1930s, characterised by a geometric construction and a refined combination of materials. The substantial rectangular top is supported by four slender cylindrical chrome-plated metal uprights that visually separate it from the base, creating a composition of clearly defined volumes and an unexpected sense of lightness.

The tops are veneered in bird's-eye maple, whose dense figuring and warm golden tone enhance the broad surfaces. The wood contrasts with the reflective chrome-plated supports and the black base, distinguished by a shaped profile with symmetrical recesses along the sides. The combination of figured wood, metal and dark surfaces gives the stools a strong graphic quality while clearly emphasising each element of their construction.

Their low, elongated proportions, symmetry and contrast between refined materials and essential geometries fully reflect the character of 1930s Italian furniture. The decorative richness of the bird's-eye maple is balanced by the linear chrome structure and the distinctive profile of the base, resulting in two pieces with an elegant and strongly architectural presence.

Condition: Good overall condition. Some signs of wear and 2 small losses to the veneer.

Dimensions: Width 60.5 cm - Depth 40.5 cm - Height 49.5 cm See less