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French Art Deco Parquetry Inlaid Oak Winged Side/ End/ Night Table A. Sornay

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A rare and unusual Modernist side/ end table of cubist design with parquetry inlaid top, radius corners, angular side planks, and two fixed shelfs, the whole ending with a carved decorative scroll at each corner of the base. Attributed to André Sornay Highly architectural with winged shelves that reveal an interior cubby space and are static, but appear to splay open. The table features a playful and creative shape which exhibits simplicity and purity of lines. Prominent rays of oak grain accent this table. A combination of Cubism, Modernism, rugged, tribal, country elegance all built into one. This can be used on the side of a chair or as a sofa table, as an end table, night table, accent table drinks table, stand, pedestal, dessert table or just by itself in a corner as a work of art in any Mid Century Modern, Contemporary, Modern, Scandinavian design, Industrial, Hollywood regency, Italian design, minimalist setting. Attributed to André Sornay, a French designer/maker born in Lyon, France in 1902- 2000. He was the son and grandson of a manufacturer of furniture originally founded in 1868. Sornay joined Lyon art school before taking over the family business after his father's death in 1919 when he was just 17. At that time he was designated to take over as head of the factory. Sornay's works appeared at many of the Salon d’automne's, Salon de l’ameublement in Lyon, as well as the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs Industriels et Modernes” in Paris. He completely revolutionized production in the factory going from copies of classical furniture to creating and designing furniture with resolutely modern lines. Limed oak, Cerused oak.
  • Attributed to:
    Andre Sornay (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.25 in (69.22 cm)Width: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)Depth: 23.5 in (59.69 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1935
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. In very good condition with minor scuffs, imperfections, commensurate with age and use. Satin/ semi gloss lacquer.
  • Seller Location:
    New York City, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU901329112462

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