Side table - Marquetry - Wood - Sorrentine
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Description from the seller
It is a marquetry nightstand in a Sorrentino style, a mid-20th-century piece that preserves intact that Mediterranean charm built from artisanal precision, noble woods, and a love of detail that turns every surface into a small decorative stage.
The tabletop, with its wavy profile and its central marquetry, is the heart of the piece: a meticulous inlay work that plays with tonal contrasts, geometric patterns, and a balance very characteristic of workshops inspired by the Sorrento tradition. The composition seeks harmony, not ostentation: a central motif that organizes the gaze and a border that follows the sinuous shape of the top, almost like a lace of wood.
The single pedestal, elegantly turned, legs out into three curved feet that provide stability and a classical air without rigidity. The volutes and small carvings of the feet dialogue with the delicacy of the tabletop, creating a cohesive, light, and refined set. The wood, warm and well preserved, shows that soft shine that only pieces cared for for decades keep.
Overall, it is a nightstand that blends reinterpretations of Italian tradition with mid-20th-century decorative sensibility: perfect for a cozy corner, a living room with classic accents, or an eclectic setting where craftsmanship takes center stage.
Certified shipment and good packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateIt is a marquetry nightstand in a Sorrentino style, a mid-20th-century piece that preserves intact that Mediterranean charm built from artisanal precision, noble woods, and a love of detail that turns every surface into a small decorative stage.
The tabletop, with its wavy profile and its central marquetry, is the heart of the piece: a meticulous inlay work that plays with tonal contrasts, geometric patterns, and a balance very characteristic of workshops inspired by the Sorrento tradition. The composition seeks harmony, not ostentation: a central motif that organizes the gaze and a border that follows the sinuous shape of the top, almost like a lace of wood.
The single pedestal, elegantly turned, legs out into three curved feet that provide stability and a classical air without rigidity. The volutes and small carvings of the feet dialogue with the delicacy of the tabletop, creating a cohesive, light, and refined set. The wood, warm and well preserved, shows that soft shine that only pieces cared for for decades keep.
Overall, it is a nightstand that blends reinterpretations of Italian tradition with mid-20th-century decorative sensibility: perfect for a cozy corner, a living room with classic accents, or an eclectic setting where craftsmanship takes center stage.
Certified shipment and good packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Louis XVI
Title additional information
Sorrentine
Country of origin
Italy
Model
Marquetry
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
70 cm
Width
50 cm
Depth
50 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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