Exceptional & Rare Prohibition Bar disguised as Fireplace
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Description
Fontana Arte
Rare bar in the form of a fireplace.
Lacquered wood, etched glass, black opaline glass and brass, green painted interiors
Produced by Fontana Arte, the design attributed to Pietro Chiesa in collaboration with Garibaldi.
Two revolving doors concealing glass shelves, the drop down front opening to reveal illuminated interior.
Italy
c 1935
Height: 120 cm
Width: 160 cm (168 cm including plinth)
Depth: 36 cm
Provenance: Private commission for a residence in Italy -
More Information
Notes: The Geo Point archives have allowed us to attribute it to Gio Ponti whilst research to confirm this attribution is being accrued out. Origin: Italy Period: 1920-1949 Materials: Lacquered wood, etched glass, black opaline glass and brass Condition: Good. Please contact us for a condition tion report Creation Date: 1935 Styles / Movements: Modern, Art Deco, Collectible Design Incollect Reference #: 598296 -
Dimensions
W. 66.14 in; H. 47.24 in; D. 14.17 in; W. 168 cm; H. 120 cm; D. 36 cm;
Message from Seller:
Portuondo focuses in three fields, art, antiques and design. It is managed and run by Hugo and Diego Portuondo. Their gallery spaces are located in London & Madrid.