Items Similar to Ernesto Valabrega Set of Six Dining Chairs in Oak and Leather

French Art Deco Set of Six Dining Chairs in Darkened Oak

Italian Set of Six Dining Chairs in Oak with Geometrical Carved Backrests

Set of Six Danish Oak Dining chairs with Leather Cushions, 1930's

Set of 6 Arts and Crafts Oak Dining Chairs This is a very handsome set

Set of 6 French Art Deco Lime Oak Dining Chairs

Set of Eight Italian Dining Chairs with Carved Backs and Straw Seats

Want more images or videos?

Request additional images or videos from the seller

1 of 14

Ernesto Valabrega Set of Six Dining Chairs in Oak and Leather

$11,800per set

£9,117.55per set

€10,540.74per set

CA$16,674.25per set

A$18,701.28per set

CHF 9,793.57per set

MX$227,238.84per set

NOK 124,361.97per set

SEK 117,903.91per set

DKK 78,681.14per set

About the Item

Ernesto Valabrega, set of six dining chairs, oak, leather, metal, Italy, 1930s These well-sculpted chairs are designed by Italian Art Deco master Ernesto Valabrega. The chairs clearly reflect the designer's excellent taste for form and expert craftsmanship. These chairs feature a simplistic frame with a seat made in straps of patinated leather. The backrest shows the artist’s hand and his movement to treat the wood, resulting in beautiful and intricate carvings. The strips of patinated leather are attached to the frame with the use of brass studs. 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 these chairs are in used condition. One strap of one of the seats is currently loose and needs to be repaired. A few brass nails are missing from the sides. All of the signs of wear and use are common for pieces of this age. Restoring the strap can be done in our in-house atelier. Please reach out to our design specialists for more detailed information. Of course, a locally organized repair is always an option.

Dimensions:

Height: 35.44 in (90 cm)Width: 18.31 in (46.5 cm)Depth: 20.28 in (51.5 cm)Seat Height: 17.33 in (44 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 6

Style:

Art Deco (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Brass,Leather,Oak

Place of Origin:

Italy

Period:

1930-1939

Date of Manufacture:

1930s

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

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak, Straw

Guillerme & Chambron Set of Six Dining Chairs in Oak and Straw

$8,700 / set

Set of Six Italian Art Deco Dining Chairs in Oak Brass & Light Beige Fabric

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Set of six dining chairs, faux leather, oak, brass, Italy, 1930s/40s These Italian Art Deco chairs from the 1930s-1940s exhibit a blend of elegance and craftsmanship typical of the ...

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Set of Six Italian Art Deco Dining Chairs in Oak Brass & Light Beige Fabric

$8,700 / set

Giuseppe Rivadossi Set of Eight Dining Chairs in Oak

By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, set of eight dining chairs, oak, Italy, circa 1980 An exceptional set of chairs by the Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi, f...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Oak

By Victor Courtray

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Set of six dining chairs by the french designer Victor Courtray made in the 1940's. Made of solid stained oak and a woven seat. Has some great geometrical details in the backrest and...

Category