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André Sornay Rare Geometric Bookcase with Sliding-Doors in Ash
$44,500
£33,918.68
€39,121.64
CA$63,203.31
A$67,918.60
CHF 36,442.27
MX$800,039.60
NOK 458,221.13
SEK 418,582.04
DKK 292,379.69
About the Item
André Sornay, library bookcase, ash, mahogany, lacquered wood, France, 1950s/1960s
This rare bookcase is exemplary of his later work and showcases his innovative use of the patented tigette system: a modular construction technique that defined this phase of his career. With his final major invention, André Sornay demonstrated a remarkable capacity for self-reflection and innovation, rethinking his design approach to align with the evolving needs of his era. He introduced a groundbreaking concept: furniture constructed entirely from removable components, allowing for flexible assembly, transport, and adaptation; an idea well ahead of its time.
The structure of the sideboard revolves around an asymmetrical order, visually engaging thanks to a careful play of line, proportion, and contrast. The rigid vertical and horizontal divisions in warm, rich mahogany give the piece a modular, almost architectural quality. Additionally, there is a quiet warmth and boldness to the design. The wooden materials and the pop blue and red colored interiors keep the piece from appearing cold or clinical. The sliding doors allow access to the interior, furnished with shelves, providing a highly practical solution while maintaining a clean front. It also connects with an aesthetic lineage that runs through both Bauhaus and Japanese design. There is no ornamentation for its own sake; every element, from the outlined edges to the inset panels, serves a structural purpose. A storage unit that is thoughtful, resolved, and elegant in its quiet logic and perfectly encapsulates the 1950s modern ethos.
- Dimensions:Height: 72.84 in (185 cm)Width: 108.08 in (274.5 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1950s/1960s
- 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: 501180471stDibs: LU933148258302
About the Seller
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Established in 2006, Morentz has a team of approximately 55 restorers, upholsterers, interior advisers and art historians, making it a gallery, workshop and upholstery studio, all in one. Every day, a carefully selected array of 20th-century furniture arrives from all over the world at the firm’s warehouse, where the team thoroughly examines each piece to determine what, if any, work needs to be done. Whether that means new upholstery or a complete restoration, Morentz's aim is always to honor the designer’s intention while fulfilling the wishes of the client. The team is up to any challenge, from restoring a single piece to its original glory to furnishing a large-scale hotel project.
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