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Antique Chest of Drawers Maple Olive Italy Mid 1900

Features

Age: 20th Century / 1901 - 2000

Year: Metà '900

Origin: Italy

Main essence: Maple , Various Wood Essences , Olive

Material: Walnut Slab

Description

A small chest of drawers assembled with the wood of another antique chest of drawers of the end 1600. Three drawers with inlaid reserves. Sides with beautiful inlaid reserves with parrots and volutes. Manufactured in Italy, mid 20th century.

Product Condition:
The item shows signs of wear due to age. Any damage or loss is displayed as completely as possible in the pictures. It may require restoration and polishing.

Dimensions (cm):
Height: 82,5
Width: 90
Depth: 52,5

Additional Information

Age: 20th Century / 1901 - 2000

20th Century / 1901 - 2000

Main essence:

Maple

Hard, light wood used for inlays. It grows mainly in Austria, but it is widespread throughout the northern hemisphere, from Japan to North America, passing through China and Europe. It is one of the lightest woods ever, tending to white, it is similar to lime or birch wood. The briar is used in the production of ancient secretaires .

Various Wood Essences

Olive

Extracted from the plant called olea europaea which lives in all the Mediterranean lands, it is a hard and compact wood. It has a characteristic light color, greenish yellow, with particular dark veins. It is widely used in cabinet making both as a solid wood for entire furniture, and for inlays, veneers and decorations. As it is very hard, it is also suitable for round work and for the manufacture of small objects.