MESA ITALIANA France slow-growing

slow-growing

Material: Brass and red resin

circa 1925

The chryselephantine receptacle predates the Italian invasion of Eritrea (1895) and is engraved with low-relief punch incisions and painted with a perimeter border

stands out for its simple rusticity

MESA ITALIANA France slow-growingMaterial: Wrought iron base and marble top Origin: Lake Maggiore, Italy, late 18th century Measurements: 118 cm long x 90 cm wide x 68 cm high This table comes from an old garden overlooking the island of Stresa and exudes the elegance of the villas that line the shores of the captivating Lake Maggiore. Its hand forged iron base evokes the sinuous curves of a classical lyre, while the mottled marble top lends it character and decorative impact.