Wooden Bedside Table with Turned Columns, Drawer and Door, 1900s

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Description

A distinctive and functional wooden bedside cabinet, embellished with turned side columns and a top with a geometric inlay of … Read more A distinctive and functional wooden bedside cabinet, embellished with turned side columns and a top with a geometric inlay of squares, a fine example of early 20th-century cabinetmaking, preserved in its original condition.

· Subject and Style: Classic, slender lines in the Umbertine/early 20th-century style, featuring an upper drawer with a turned wooden knob and a lower door revealing a practical compartment with a horizontal shelf, framed at the front by two elegant balustrade-style half-columns.

· Material and Finish: Wooden frame in a warm, natural tone, wax-polished with exposed grain; top decorated with a geometric parquet/wood inlay motif; original period hardware.

Ideal for: A classic bedroom bedside table, entryway cabinet, lamp holder, or side table for a period living room or study, or for lovers of high-quality rustic furnishings.

Technical Details and Condition:

Type: Floor-standing bedside table with 1 door and 1 drawer.

Style: Umbertine / Early 20th Century.

Made/Origin: Attributable to Italian artisan cabinetmaking (unmarked).

Materials: Solid wood, inlaid veneer, wooden knobs.

Period: Attributable to the early 20th century (early 1900s).

Dimensions: Width 42 cm, Depth 34 cm, Height 88.5 cm.

Condition: Good overall condition, in its original state. Solid and stable wooden structure; drawer and door open and function; sound internal compartment with shelf; The inlaid top panel is currently removable (it can be repositioned or fixed as desired, as shown in the photograph); there are normal, widespread signs of aging, wear to the finish, and small imperfections consistent with its age, certifying its historical authenticity.

Please note that any white areas in the photographs are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to best illuminate the item, which may cause a slight color shift in the photograph.

The item is original and is carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any flaws. 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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