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Raphael Important Lacquered Credenza With Textured Bronze Doors 1960s

Creator: Raphael Raffel
Offered by: Lobel Modern, Inc.

Description
Rare and important long credenza, case with parchment color lacquer and accordion doors in unique volcanic Beka lacquer in a bronze finish with chic brass pulls on glass bases with brass sabots, by Raphael (Raphael Raffel), France 1960s. Keys at bottom lock the doors. Documented pieces by this extraordinary French interior designer and furniture designer are rare. His refined modernist works are among the best.

Reference:
Raphael decorateur by Guy Bloch-Champfort and published by Les Editions de l’Amateur in 2002, this piece is shown on page 148 with the caption “Endfilade aux portes en accordeon, laque de Beka acaille et laque arrachee, pieds in verre Securit, debut des annes 60. (Galarie L’Art de vivre, New York).

Provenance:
Purchased by the last owner at Galerie L’Art de Vivre in the 1990’s and remained in her Park Ave NYC apartment until purchase by Lobel Modern. Original folder with L’Art de Vivre logo with historical material comes with piece.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Wood, Lacquer, Beka lacquer, Brass, Glass - Hand crafted
Condition:	Good. Excellent condition
Creation Date:	1960s
Styles / Movements:	Studio Craft, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	credenza99
Incollect Reference #:	485521

Dimensions

W.	112 in;	H.	36 in;	D.	18 in;
W.	284.48 cm;	H.	91.44 cm;	D.	45.72 cm;

Message from Seller:

Lobel Modern was established by Evan Lobel in NYC in 1998 to promote important 20th century designers whose originality and exceptional craftsmanship and materials transformed their works into art. The gallery showcases period furniture, lighting, art, and decorative arts. Lobel Modern takes the condition of their inventory very seriously. If a work is not in original immaculate condition then it is restored by hand to the highest possible standards by Lobel Modern's artisans.

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