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Silvio Cavatorta Writing Desk in Mahogany

$22,000
£16,542.23
€19,209.54
CA$30,722.54
A$34,073.57
CHF 17,893.77
MX$418,447.66
NOK 226,518.11
SEK 213,609.61
DKK 143,324.28
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Silvio Cavatorta, writing desk, mahogany, brass, Italy, design 1948-1949 This elegantly shaped mahogany office table, designed by Silvio Cavatorta in the late 1940s, is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship. The desk features a sleek top, complemented by cross-shaped stretchers at the back and sides, and two cabinets beneath the top with tambour doors on both the left and right sides. This design embraces remarkable structural integrity and elegance, making it a truly special and rare find. Silvio Cavatorta (1899-1957) was an Italian designer. His father, Eugenio Cavatorta founded the furniture and upholstery company Cavatorta in 1869. Silvio, one of thirteen children, started working for the family business after the First World War. He was the main designer for the Cavatorta business, the furniture was mainly intended for complete home or business furnishings. During the Second World War Silvio continued to work, even under German occupation. Silvio his son, Franco (born in 1925) studied to be an architect and graduated in 1950. During his university years he completed internships in the studios of Le Corbusier, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl and Sven Markelius. Franco Cavatorta was the one to introduce the new style, generally defined as 'Swedish', and took it in production in his fathers furniture factory. Kindly note that this item is in good, used condition. The mahogany type of this piece does not require an export license.
  • Creator:
    Silvio Cavatorta (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.73 in (75.5 cm)Width: 68.9 in (175 cm)Depth: 30.71 in (78 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • 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: 501142701stDibs: LU933141132182

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