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Birdseye Maple Chest of Drawers by Saporiti Italia, Italy 1970s

Name: Birdseye Maple Chest of Drawers by Saporiti Italia, Italy 1970s
Brand: Saporiti
Rating: 4.9 (12 reviews)

About the Item

A beautiful birdseye maple wood chest of drawers by Saporiti Italia. This low-profile chest features four spacious drawers, minimalist wooden feet, and a surface with overhang on either side. The birdseye maple is highly lacquered, giving a reflective high gloss finish. We envision this unique piece displayed in an entryway, given the surface is not flush as compared to most chests of drawers. Saporiti Italia maker’s mark is visible on the back as shown. Italy, 1970s. Founded in 1950 by Mr. Sergio Saporiti and still managed by the Saporiti family, Saporiti Italia has contributed to the creation of milestones in the history of Italian design. Catching time off balance and anticipating the future are both the challenge and the vocation of Saporiti Italia. Each item created and constructed by the company is slightly ahead of its time, and it is destined to last, both in form and function, until the next era. DIMENSIONS: 51.25”W x 23.75”D x 25.75”H

Creator:
Saporiti (Designer)
Dimensions:
Height: 25.75 in (65.41 cm)Width: 51.25 in (130.18 cm)Depth: 23.75 in (60.33 cm)
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
1970-1979
Date of Manufacture:
1970s
Condition:
Great vintage condition. No significant scratches or signs of wear. The drawers are in good, working condition. Oil is recommended to help the drawers close smoothly. A Saporiti Italia maker’s mark is present on the back of the piece.
Seller Location:
Chicago, IL
Reference Number:
Seller: SQ74223181stDibs: LU5092139372962

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Established initially as Fratelli Saporiti in 1950, mid-century Italian furniture maker Saporiti Italia has a reputation for avant-garde and enduring designs, and its tables, chairs and cabinets inspire all who have had the pleasure of contemplating them.

Furniture designer Sergio Saporiti founded Fratelli Saporiti with a vision of creating pieces ahead of their time. By staying on top of the cultural shifts taking shape during the postwar era — and finding inspiration in the craftsmanship, durability and sensibility of Scandinavian design — Saporiti was able to tap into what the public wanted. His focus on using high-quality materials ensured that every welcoming chair and table could be used and enjoyed for decades to come.

In 1965, Saporiti collaborated with Italian designer Alberto Rosselli, a pioneer of the industrial design movement. They created such iconic pieces as the Confidential sofa, the Moby Dick chaise lounge and the Jumbo chair. In the 1970s, Saporiti initiated another collaboration with Italian designer Giovanni Offredi. The prolific partnership resulted in universally renowned designs like the Paracarro table and the Sail chair. Together, they also created the curving Wave sofa, which was popular in international markets.

The joint projects were a success, and the brand opened many international showrooms throughout the 1970s. This era also led to a partnership with Missoni — the celebrated Italian fashion brand worked closely with Giorgio Saporiti to create rugs and fabrics for its range of seating and more, and later, in 1983, Missoni expanded into home furnishings. At this time, the company officially rebranded as Saporiti Italia and released a line of customizable furniture, including the Avedon sofa, in collaboration with designer Mauro Lipparini.

Since then, Saporiti Italia has pivoted to furniture contracting and design management. To this day, the company remains under the ownership of the Saporiti family, and vintage Saporiti furniture continues to capture the imagination of collectors worldwide.

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