Four Seasons Art-Deco Sideboard attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, Italy, 1930s

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Impressive ‘Four Seasons’ sideboard with illuminated mirror by father and son Gaetano and Osvaldo Borsani for La permanente Mobili Cantù … more Impressive ‘Four Seasons’ sideboard with illuminated mirror by father and son Gaetano and Osvaldo Borsani for La permanente Mobili Cantù (Palazzi Dell’Arte) – 1930’s. It bears the label inside. The mirror has four carved out images which represent the four seasons. Behind the images are light bulbs that illuminate them. Around the mirror are white glass panels, also with light bulbs behind them that can be illuminated. The top of the sideboard has black glass. This peace is a spectacle and real centerpiece. The sideboard and mirror can also be used separate. They are attached to each other in the back by metal plates which can easily be removed. Designer: Gaetano and Osvaldo Borsani Manufacturer: La Permanente Mobili Cantù (Palazzi Dell’Arte) Country: Italy, Milan Model: Sideboard with illuminated mirror Design period: 1930’s Date of manufacturing: 1930’s Size WDH: in centimeter Material: Burl wood, Walnut, Glass, Brass, Mirror Condition: Good. Signs of use and age in the manor of scuffs, dings and scratches. The wiring has partially been replaced. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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