Name: Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Wall-Mounted Showcase in Solid Oak
Brand: Vittorio Valabrega
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Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega Wall-Mounted Showcase in Solid Oak

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About the Item

Ernesto Valabrega for Vittorio Valabrega, wall-mounted showcase, oak, glass, Italy, 1930s. This hanging cabinet by Ernesto Valabrega, crafted in the 1930s, is a compelling example of interwar Italian design. Executed in oak and glass, the piece conveys a strong sense of structure through its geometric form and balanced proportions. The cabinet is rectangular at its core, but the angled corners temper this strict linearity. The sliding glass panels allow an unobstructed view of the interior, allowing cherished items to be placed in full sight. The detailing on the top and bottom rails – narrow, regularly spaced fluting – adds a subtle ornamental layer that avoids overt decoration while providing a tactile texture. This restrained embellishment nods to both the Art Deco movement and the more austere rationalist tendencies circulating in Italian design of the time. Biography Italian designer Ernesto Valabrega (1901-1944) was born in Turin, as the son of celebrated designer and cabinetmaker Vittorio Valabrega (1861-1952). His father Vittorio was, together with his brother, the founder of Fratelli Valabrega (Valabrega Brothers Company, since 1884) that was situated in Turin. During the 1890s, Vittorio became the sole owner of the company and had great success with his refined wooden furniture. Vittorio Valabrega became well-known for his furniture in the floral Art Nouveau style, but as a true child of the 19th century, his company also manufactured furniture in Neo-Renaissance and the French Rococo Louis XV-style. His designs received positive attention and were awarded at World Exhibitions. At the famous exhibition in Paris in 1900, Vittorio even received a gold medal. It was at the age of 24 that Ernesto got on board with his father’s business. His involvement from 1925 onwards had a great impact on the company. Ernesto decided to change the company’s name to Mobilart in 1928 and radically redirected the course. Whereas Vittorio was inspired by a variety of contemporary and historic styles, Ernesto chose for a different approach. He renounced the 19th century mixture of styles and approached furniture design in the same manner as the highly influential William Morris of the English Arts and Crafts movement. Their reform was an artistic reaction to the widespread industrialization of the 19th century. Ernesto despised products of poor quality and chose high quality materials that would last a lifetime. The furniture he created in the late 1920s and 1930s are a true testament to his beliefs. With his irregular carvings of oakwood, the hammered hinges, flowing edges, embossed surfaces his furniture shows quality, attention to detail and ultimate craftsmanship.

Creator:
Vittorio Valabrega (Workshop/Studio)
Dimensions:
Height: 40.56 in (103 cm)Width: 66.93 in (170 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)
Style:
Art Deco (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Glass,Oak
Place of Origin:
Italy
Period:
1930-1939
Date of Manufacture:
1930s
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: 501098911stDibs: LU933144754172

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