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Billy Baldwin Style Metal & Brass Etagere Book Shelves, 20th Century
$5,800
£4,428.27
€5,116.83
CA$8,142.10
A$9,075.22
CHF 4,761.46
MX$110,823.24
NOK 60,290.40
SEK 56,983.60
DKK 38,189.14
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Billy Baldwin Style Metal & Brass Etagere Book Shelves, 20th Century
This etagere, crafted from metal, brass and faux leather shelves, showcases a minimalist yet elegant design. The metal frame, finished in a soft, silvery hue, features sleek, straight lines and X-shaped stretchers. The shelves, made of a warm, reddish-brown faux leather, provide a pleasing contrast to the cool metal. The combination of materials and the unadorned design give the piece a timeless quality, reminiscent of mid-20th century modernism. Etagere does not include bust sculptures on the top shelf.
Billy Baldwin (1903-1983) was a prominent American interior decorator known for his sophisticated yet understated style. He favored clean lines, neutral palettes, and a mix of textures, creating spaces that were both elegant and comfortable. He decorated the homes of many notable figures, including Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, Cole Porter, and Diana Vreeland.
This etagere exhibits several key characteristics of Billy Baldwin's style, including the use of simple forms, metal and brass, and the overall sense of restraint. The X-shaped stretchers are a particularly distinctive feature, often seen in his designs. While similar etageres might be found in other mid-century modern styles, the specific combination of elements and the overall aesthetic point towards Baldwin's influence.
48" wide x 13" deep x 89.5" high
The metal frame has some oxidation along the frame. General wear and discoloration, consistent with age and use. The faux leather shelves have some water marks and rings.
Provenance: Private Collection, Bridgehampton, New York
- Dimensions:Height: 89.5 in (227.33 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)Depth: 13 in (33.02 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. The metal frame has some oxidation along the frame. General wear and discoloration, consistent with age and use. The faux leather shelves have some water marks and rings.
- Seller Location:Southampton, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2005339414662
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