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Secretary Desk Attributed to Gio Ponti
About the Item
Wonderful Italian pear wood secretary featuring a reverse painted glass top supported by compass like legs ending in heavy brass sabots. Above the desk are book shelves and an off center cabinet featuring a gilt wood and gesso frieze. Would make a wonderful desk or personally i'd use it as a bar.
- Attributed to:Gio Ponti (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 70.75 in (179.71 cm)Width: 38.25 in (97.16 cm)Depth: 24.25 in (61.6 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:early 1950s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Restored Original Finish (wonderful tigering crackle to lacquer).
- Seller Location:Kilmarnock, VA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8830835061
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