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1950s Art Deco Dresser in Black Lacquer and Engraved Parchment, Att. Paolo Buffa

$14,390.15
£10,704.82
€12,000
CA$19,705.03
A$21,909.32
CHF 11,439.84
MX$266,689.72
NOK 145,967.32
SEK 136,764.40
DKK 91,349.37
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About the Item

Elegant Italian Art Deco dresser from the 1950s, attributed to renowned designer Paolo Buffa and crafted in the furniture-making hub of Cantù. This refined piece features a sleek black lacquered structure contrasted by six frontal drawers in engraved parchment. The engravings are meticulously hand-carved and then gilded, adding depth and a luminous richness to the surface. The brass handles add a subtle touch of sophistication and complete the design with understated elegance. A timeless example of Italian craftsmanship and Art Deco style, this piece is both functional and sculptural—ideal for collectors or interiors with a taste for vintage modernism.
  • Attributed to:
    Paolo Buffa (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.26 in (87 cm)Width: 69.3 in (176 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Repaired.
  • Seller Location:
    Meda, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2103345399272

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