belief, 900, mahogany, rosewood, veneered wood, made in italy, #bottega, #mobiliinstile, #dimanoinmano — Inlaid sideboard

Inlaid sideboard

Features

Origin: Italy

Main essence: Mahogany

Material: Mahogany Veneer , Solid Wood of Different Species , Solid Rosewood

Description

Supported by carved base moved and has three drawers and aligned pair of side doors. Central flap doors and living spaces. Inside bar compartment. Richly inlaid with threads and briarwood reserves.

Product Condition:
In good condition.

Dimensions (cm):
Height: 179
Width: 187
Depth: 52

Additional Information

Main essence: Mahogany

It is one of the most precious and sought-after woods in cabinet making. It was discovered in Central America around 1600 and began to be imported to England in the 1700s. Much appreciated for its hardness and indestructibility, it became widespread following the blocking of walnut exports from France in 1720 and the consequent elimination of English import duties on mahogany from the colonies in America and India. The most valuable version comes from Cuba, but it became very expensive. At the end of the 18th century it began to be used also in France in Louis XVI, Directory and Empire furniture, its diffusion declined starting from when Napoleon, in 1810, forbade its import. It was generally used in the manufacture of elegant furniture, due to its characteristics and beautiful grain.