Carlo Bugatti, monumental vitrine
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Description
Impressive, tall and imposing display case designed by Carlo Bugatti (1856-1940) in walnut and ebonized wood, decorated with 16 columns wrapped with hammered wrought copper and magnificent inlays in pewter depicting caricatures of various insects, animals and sea creatures. Full height door enclosing adjustable (later) shelves as well as side segments fitted with lead glass in amber color, reverse painted with floral motifs. A true gem of Symbolism of monumental proportions.
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More Information
Documentation: Certificate of Authenticity Notes: Certificate of authenticity by Jean Marc Maury for M. Georges de Bartha, Geneva, Switzerland. Origin: Italy Period: 19th Century Materials: Walnut, ebonized wood, mottled stained glass, copper, pewter inlays. Condition: Good. Professionally restored, carefully cleaned preserving original patina. Later shelves. Creation Date: 1890's Styles / Movements: Modern, Art Nouveau, Collectible Design Dealer Reference #: VT09 Incollect Reference #: 297610 -
Dimensions
W. 61.75 in; H. 114 in; D. 17.75 in; W. 156.85 cm; H. 289.56 cm; D. 45.09 cm;