Hall Console Table by Carlo Bugatti (1856 - 1940).
Part of an extraordinary artistic family, Carlo Bugatti was a designer whose work occupies a singular position between fine art, furniture design, and the decorative arts of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Drawing inspiration from North African, Japanese, and Middle Eastern art, Bugatti created works that evoke ritual objects rather than conventional furniture. His work challenged prevailing distinctions between applied and fine art. Each piece was conceived as a total artwork, often designed for a specific interior or patron and executed with extraordinary craftsmanship. His refusal to embrace mass production placed him at odds with emerging industrial design trends, yet it also preserved the sculptural and poetic integrity of his objects. Rejecting historical revival styles and industrial standardization, Bugatti developed a highly personal, exotic visual language while remaining independent of any single movement.
His work is held in major collections and museums around the world including the Musée d’Orsay, The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Walnut, ebonized wood, cork, bone, hammered copper and inlaid pewter.
Exceptional patina throughout with some light scratching and age related wear.
102cm tall, 90cm wide, 48cm deep.
C1905, Italy.
London collection or worldwide shipping available on all items. Please email beforehand for a quote, or select pick up at checkout.
Hall Console Table by Carlo Bugatti (1856 - 1940).
Part of an extraordinary artistic family, Carlo Bugatti was a designer whose work occupies a singular position between fine art, furniture design, and the decorative arts of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Drawing inspiration from North African, Japanese, and Middle Eastern art, Bugatti created works that evoke ritual objects rather than conventional furniture. His work challenged prevailing distinctions between applied and fine art. Each piece was conceived as a total artwork, often designed for a specific interior or patron and executed with extraordinary craftsmanship. His refusal to embrace mass production placed him at odds with emerging industrial design trends, yet it also preserved the sculptural and poetic integrity of his objects. Rejecting historical revival styles and industrial standardization, Bugatti developed a highly personal, exotic visual language while remaining independent of any single movement.
His work is held in major collections and museums around the world including the Musée d’Orsay, The Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Victoria and Albert Museum.
Walnut, ebonized wood, cork, bone, hammered copper and inlaid pewter.
Exceptional patina throughout with some light scratching and age related wear.
102cm tall, 90cm wide, 48cm deep.
C1905, Italy.
London collection or worldwide shipping available on all items. Please email beforehand for a quote, or select pick up at checkout.
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