Pair of Umbertine Consoles With Mirros Italy 19th Century
Features
Style: Umbertino (1870-1900)
Age: 20th Century / 1901 - 2000
Origin: Lombardia, Italy
Main essence: Walnut
Material: Carrara Marble , Mirror
Description
Pair of Umbertine consoles supported by curved pillars engraved with fruit festoons and standing on a moulded surface; in the undertop band there is a drawer. On the Carrara marble top stands an extension with mirrors and engraved frames; walnut.
Product Condition:
Fair condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Any damage or loss is displayed as completely as possible in the pictures. Product with a Certificate of Authenticity and Lawful Origin.
Dimensions (cm):
Height: 208
Width: 124
Depth: 50
Additional Information
Style: Umbertino (1870-1900)
The name of this style is due to the ruler of the time Umberto I, appointed King of the Kingdom of Italy on 9 January 1878 and assassinated on 9 July 1900.The Umbertino style is typically Italian and belongs to that Eclectic period that characterized the second half of the 19th century, which lasted just under twenty years, the Umbertino style spread around 1880 and ended around 1895 when a new style called Liberty and universally known took over. like Art-Nouveau to be followed by Art-Decò.
In this style, mainly eclectic and monumental, Gothic and Baroque elements originally belonging to the Renaissance but also adorned with large masks, frames and decorations were re-proposed in the furniture, from the bedside table to the large wardrobe or sideboard.
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