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Important Cabinet Designed by Gio Ponti and Produced by Fontana Arte ca 1939

Creator: Gio Ponti
Offered by: Lobel Modern, Inc.

Description
Unique and important cabinet in limed oak with reverse painted glass panels designed by Gio Ponti and produced by Fontana Arte, Italy ca 1939 (stamped "FX 1285" on back). Has 2 pull out trays and interior is lined in linoleum. Side cabinets are illuminated.

Provenance:
Private Collection Italy;
Christies New York, December 7 2001, lot 471;
Acquired from the above sale by last owner.

Documentation:
F. Deboni, Fontana Arte: Gio Ponti, Pietro Chiesa, Max Ingrand, Turin 2012, this piece is featured on page 175, along with a drawing of the motif shown on the doors

Ponti, Lisa Licitra, Gio Ponti, The Complete Work 1923-1978, page 226 shows the cabinet's decorative motif on the doors used as a wall mural for an entrance hall in a Mediterranean villa (from Domus).

More Information

Origin:	Italy
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Limed oak with painted glass panels - hand crafted
Condition:	Excellent. No chips or damage to glass, small amount of wear to wood consistent with age
Creation Date:	ca 1939
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Art Deco, Studio Craft
Book References:	F. Deboni, Fontana Arte: Gio Ponti, Pietro Chiesa, Max Ingrand, Turin 2012, this piece is featured on page 175, along with a drawing of the motif shown on the doors
Dealer Reference #:	cabinet47
Incollect Reference #:	175402

Dimensions

W.	65 in;	H.	58.5 in;	D.	18 in;
W.	165.1 cm;	H.	148.59 cm;	D.	45.72 cm;

Message from Seller:

Lobel Modern was established by Evan Lobel in NYC in 1998 to promote important 20th century designers whose originality and exceptional craftsmanship and materials transformed their works into art. The gallery showcases period furniture, lighting, art, and decorative arts. Lobel Modern takes the condition of their inventory very seriously. If a work is not in original immaculate condition then it is restored by hand to the highest possible standards by Lobel Modern's artisans.

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