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1920s Art Deco Commode by Gaetano Borsani, Burl Walnut, wox-polished

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Italian, 1920s Art Deco commode by Gaetano Borsani, in walnut and burl walnut, with golden brass handle and foot. Polished to wax. Gaetano Borsani, with his Atelier di Varedo was a noted furniture craftsman, father of the designer Osvaldo Borsani where he worked at the beginning of his career Measures dresser: H 100 x L 125 x P 60.
  • Creator:
    Gaetano Borsani (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 49.22 in (125 cm)Depth: 23.63 in (60 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920-1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Vigonza, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FF71a1stDibs: LU2495318441532
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