Maggiolini Collection Secretary Bookcase
Maker: Maggiolini Collection, Italy (stamped)
Origin: Italy
Date: 20th century, probably second half
Period/Style: Italian Neoclassical Revival, in the manner of Giuseppe Maggiolini
Materials: Walnut and figured walnut veneers, contrasting wood marquetry, mother-of-pearl inlay and metal fittings
Form: Two-part secretary bookcase with curved cabinet base
Description: A monumental Italian secretary bookcase enriched with contrasting wood marquetry, figural medallions and mother-of-pearl butterfly details. An arched pediment with urn finials surmounts two paneled doors decorated with pendant arabesques and opening to a shelved interior. The fall front bears a classical figural scene within scrolling foliage, revealing an inlaid writing surface, four small drawers, arched pigeonholes and a central cupboard. Below, a broad curved case has paired central doors and rounded end cupboards, with further pictorial marquetry, crossbanded borders and a Greek-key apron above tapering square legs. Repeated stamps read 'Maggiolini collection / Italy, ' identifying the collection name.
Marks/Signatures: Repeated white stamps reading 'Maggiolini collection / Italy'; black assembly marks 'XV'.
Dimensions: 100 in. H, 68 in. W, 19 in. D (8 ft. 4 in. overall height).
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Condition: Scattered surface scratches and finish wear, with small veneer and edge losses at door and case corners. Rubbing to the writing surface and interior fittings; abrasions to the rear boards. Please inspect all photographs carefully. Stevens Auction Company provides this condition report as a courtesy; bidders should inspect the property in person whenever possible.
Dimensions: 100 x 68 x 19 in
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Maker: Maggiolini Collection, Italy (stamped)
Origin: Italy
Date: 20th century, probably second half
Period/Style: Italian Neoclassical Revival, in the manner of Giuseppe Maggiolini
Materials: Walnut and figured walnut veneers, contrasting wood marquetry, mother-of-pearl inlay and metal fittings
Form: Two-part secretary bookcase with curved cabinet base
Description: A monumental Italian secretary bookcase enriched with contrasting wood marquetry, figural medallions and mother-of-pearl butterfly details. An arched pediment with urn finials surmounts two paneled doors decorated with pendant arabesques and opening to a shelved interior. The fall front bears a classical figural scene within scrolling foliage, revealing an inlaid writing surface, four small drawers, arched pigeonholes and a central cupboard. Below, a broad curved case has paired central doors and rounded end cupboards, with further pictorial marquetry, crossbanded borders and a Greek-key apron above tapering square legs. Repeated stamps read 'Maggiolini collection / Italy, ' identifying the collection name.
Marks/Signatures: Repeated white stamps reading 'Maggiolini collection / Italy'; black assembly marks 'XV'.
Dimensions: 100 in. H, 68 in. W, 19 in. D (8 ft. 4 in. overall height).
Shipping Note: While Stevens Auction Company does not provide packing and shipping services, we do have a list of recommended third-party shippers to assist you in shipping to and from our facility. Please note that property must be removed from our premises within fifteen (15) days following the auction. Property not removed within this time frame is subject to a storage charge of $10 per day per item as outlined in our terms and conditions. Please review our website, stevensauction.com, for a list of recommended shippers and other information. Please contact us at info@stevensauction.com if you require further assistance.
Condition: Scattered surface scratches and finish wear, with small veneer and edge losses at door and case corners. Rubbing to the writing surface and interior fittings; abrasions to the rear boards. Please inspect all photographs carefully. Stevens Auction Company provides this condition report as a courtesy; bidders should inspect the property in person whenever possible.
Dimensions: 100 x 68 x 19 in
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Reserve
Time, Location
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