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M.C. Magnani & A. Schieppati 1950s Milanese Vanity Table in Walnut and Maple

$7,750
£5,810.93
€6,736.91
CA$10,815.53
A$12,079.96
CHF 6,277.12
MX$147,109.64
NOK 79,733.40
SEK 75,131.84
DKK 50,265.52
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Studio Architettura Ambientazione Arredamento M.C. Magnani & A. Schieppati, vanity table, walnut, maple, mirrored glass, Milan, Italy, 1950s This charming vanity table is a 1950s design conceived by Architettura Ambientazione Arredamento M.C. Magnani & A. Schieppati, a studio based in Milan. The shape of the object unfolds in a thoughtful dialogue between geometric precision and soft, organic flow. One of the most defining features is the integrated storage volume, a curved element that sweeps from the tabletop's edge, forming an asymmetric side wing. Inside this volume, a stack of three convex drawers are seamlessly integrated, showing excellent craftsmanship. Each drawer is marked by a small, square-cut pull – slightly recessed – which adds a graphic punctuation to the smooth surface. The top’s corners are meticulously contoured, which are in line with the overall organic allure of the piece. The hinged top opens to reveal a recessed compartment and a square mirror, turning the piece into a dressing table. When folded down, it is perfectly suited as a compact writing desk. The wood is truly mesmerizing: a warm, honey-toned maple interspersed with broader, deeper walnut, whose lighter streaks and shifting tones create a richly animated surface
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Width: 43.31 in (110 cm)Depth: 27.96 in (71 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • 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: 501171821stDibs: LU933145738072

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