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Silvio Cavatorta Elegant Library in Mahogany
$24,500
£18,429.88
€21,350.16
CA$34,539.93
A$38,410.70
CHF 20,160.48
MX$468,400.07
NOK 254,788.54
SEK 238,874.41
DKK 159,354.98
About the Item
Silvio Cavatorta bookcase and storage unit, mahogany, brass, Italy, 1940s
This elegant library is a striking example of Italian design, crafted by designer Silvio Cavatorta in the late 1940s. Executed in richly hued mahogany wood, the piece showcases Cavatorta's mastery of form and elegance. Its open, geometric structure features crossed supports, lending it a sculptural quality while maintaining an airy, lightweight appearance. The piece balances open shelving for display with closed compartments, which provides practical storage. The craftsmanship and refined materials highlight post-war Italian design, making this highboard a versatile and luxurious addition to any space.
Silvio Cavatorta (1899-1957) was an Italian designer. His father, Eugenio Cavatorta founded the furniture and upholstery company Cavatorta in 1869. Silvio, one of thirteen children, started working for the family business after the First World War. He was the main designer for the Cavatorta business, the furniture was mainly intended for complete home or business furnishings. During the Second World War Silvio continued to work, even under German occupation. Silvio his son, Franco (born in 1925) studied to be an architect and graduated in 1950. During his university years he completed internships in the studios of Le Corbusier, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl and Sven Markelius. Franco Cavatorta was the one to introduce the new style, generally defined as 'Swedish', and took it in production in his fathers furniture factory.
Kindly note that this piece is in good, used condition. The mahogany type used to make this piece does not require an export license.
- Creator:Silvio Cavatorta (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 70.87 in (180 cm)Width: 78.75 in (200 cm)Depth: 15.56 in (39.5 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1940s
- 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: 501165341stDibs: LU933142851802
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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