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High quality Italian green sideboard by Pierluigi Colli

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Pier Luigi Colli's small sideboard, an ode to the craftsmanship and Italian design of the 1930s and 1940s. This piece of furniture is not just a functional object, but a work of art that captures the essence of an era and a culture. The green lacquered wood evokes Italian landscapes, from the vineyards of Tuscany to the hills of Umbria, in a hue that is both classic and boldly modern. The two doors, sealed by their own personal brass key, are like the pages of an ancient book, guardians of secrets and treasures. The "Colli Torino" mark is more than just a signature; it is a seal of quality, a tribute to the city of Turin, a crossroads of art and industry. Opening these doors is like crossing the threshold of a hidden world, an inner sanctum where each stowed object takes on a special meaning. The two drawers under the countertop are small marvels of engineering and design. The knobs forged in elegant geometric shapes are like jewel settings, details that reveal maniacal attention to form and function. And inside, the wooden compartments and dividers are a labyrinth of elegance and craftsmanship, an invitation to explore and discover. This sideboard is more than a piece of furniture; it is a piece of history, a silent witness to the evolution of mid-century Italian design. It is a bridge between past and present, a dialogue between traditional craftsmanship and modern innovation. It is an ode to beauty and functionality, a symbol of what can be achieved when the hand of the artist meets the material and transforms it into something eternal. Ideal for elegant living rooms or kitchen corners, this small sideboard is not just a place to store objects, but a place to store dreams. With it, you bring home not just a piece of furniture, but a fragment of an Italy that still lives on, vibrant and magnificent, in the curves and colors, in the details and quality of this extraordinary work of functional art.
  • Creator:
    Mobilifico Colli (Manufacturer),Pier Luigi Colli (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 43.31 in (110 cm)Width: 35.44 in (90 cm)Depth: 13.78 in (35 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. In good condition, restored. Being a 1930s piece of furniture, it may have light scratches.
  • Seller Location:
    Milano, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4911236049152
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