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Midcentury Modern Italian Fornasetti Style Trompe l'Oeil Cabinet

About the Item

Fantastic mid-century modern Italian cabinet or bookcase made in the manner and style of Fornasetti by Palladio. The green painted wood cabinet features a case decorated to appear as a floor safe with an open front door. The whimsical painting depicts the interior of a safe with bags of money, jewelry, stacks of cash and important documents. The cabinet door opens with patinated brass pulls to a three shelf storage area. The case has serpentine sides and is supported by faux bronze round feet. Beautifully crafted with a lovely profile. Aldo Tura also designed bar cabinets in a similar style. From an estate in San Francisco, CA. Makers plaque on verso.
  • Creator:
    Palladio (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35.5 in (90.17 cm)Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Beautifully crafted with strong joinery. Age appropriate wear and fading as seen in photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Rio Vista, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1555231752152
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