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Ernesto Valabrega Large Mirror in Chestnut

$3,700List Price

About the Item

Ernesto Valabrega, mirror, chestnut, mirrored glass, Italy, circa 1935 This large Art Deco mirror is designed by Ernesto Valabrega and can be placed on top of a sideboard or adjusted to a wall. The application of this generously sized piece of furniture is a clever option to enlarge the spatial notion, due to its reflection. The piece showcases a fragmented mirrored glass surface with characteristically-shaped metal mounts and is surrounded by a wooden framework in chestnut with fine carvings, enhancing its elegant and sophisticated allure. The great craftsmanship of Ernesto Valabrega comes forward into this exceptional piece. Italian designer Ernesto Valabrega (1901-1944) was born in Turin, as the son of celebrated designer and cabinetmaker Vittorio Valabrega (1861-1952). His father Vittorio was, together with his brother, the founder of Fratelli Valabrega (Valabrega Brothers Company, since 1884) that was situated in Turin. During the 1890s, Vittorio became the sole owner of the company and had great success with his refined wooden furniture. Vittorio Valabrega became well-known for his furniture in the floral Art Nouveau style, but as a true child of the 19th century, his company also manufactured furniture in Neo-Renaissance and the French Rococo Louis XV-style. His designs received positive attention and were awarded at World Exhibitions. At the famous exhibition in Paris in 1900, Vittorio even received a gold medal. It was at the age of 24 that Ernesto got on board with his father’s business. His involvement from 1925 onwards had a great impact on the company. Ernesto decided to change the company’s name to Mobilart in 1928 and radically redirected the course. Whereas Vittorio was inspired by a variety of contemporary and historic styles, Ernesto chose for a different approach. He renounced the 19th century mixture of styles and approached furniture design in the same manner as the highly influential William Morris of the English Arts and Crafts movement. Their reform was an artistic reaction to the widespread industrialization of the 19th century. Ernesto despised products of poor quality and chose high quality materials that would last a lifetime. The furniture he created in the late 1920s and 1930s are a true testament to his beliefs. With his irregular carvings of oakwood, the hammered hinges, flowing edges, embossed surfaces his furniture shows quality, attention to detail and ultimate craftsmanship. Please note that this item is in good, used condition with signs of age and use. The mirror is clean but one can observe some cleaning streaks which appear to be on the underside of the glass. Restoration is possible before shipping by our experienced craftspeople in our own in-house restoration atelier. With high attention for the original, they make sure every piece retains its value and is ready for the many years to come. We kindly ask you to contact our design experts for further information about the endless possibilities our restoration and upholstery atelier has to offer. Of course, a locally organized restoration is possible as well.

Dimensions:
Height: 30.32 in (77 cm)Width: 71.07 in (180.5 cm)Depth: 1.97 in (5 cm)
Style:
Art Deco (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Chestnut,Mirror
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
1930-1939
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1935
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Every item Morentz offers is checked by our team of 30 craftspeople in our in-house workshop. Special restoration or reupholstery requests can be done. Check ‘About the item’ or ask our design specialists for detailed information on the condition.
Seller Location:
Waalwijk, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: 501159301stDibs: LU933139937982

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