Liberty Wardrobe in Ash and Maple by Ernesto Basile

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Liberty wardrobe in ash and maple, attributed to the renowned designer Ernesto Basile and produced by the Grandi Magazzini Emporio … Read more Liberty wardrobe in ash and maple, attributed to the renowned designer Ernesto Basile and produced by the Grandi Magazzini Emporio Roma of Palermo at the beginning of the 20th century. The front is skillfully divided, with an elegant beveled mirror door on the left side, while the right side houses seven drawers, the first two smaller and side by side, topped by a pair of beveled glass doors. The structure is embellished with refined painted floral decorations, highlighting the distinctive character of the piece. The carved and pierced cornice adds an additional touch of craftsmanship, making this wardrobe a representative example of Italian Liberty style. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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