Pogliani Ferdinando

(Milano, 1832 - 1899)

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Height x width x depth: 154 x 101 x 48 cm

This elegant cabinet represents a significant example of refined Lombard cabinet-making from the second half of the 19th century. Made of ebonised wood, it is embellished with elephant ivory inlays (Elephas maximus Linnaeus, 1758 or Loxodonta africana Blumenbach, 1797) scratch-engraved and Indian ink-marked featuring vegetal motifs and geometric patterns typical of the eclectic taste of the era.
The structure is simple and balanced, with a slightly projecting upper cornice and shaped feet that give it a sense of lightness. The doors, with glass inserts, reveal an interior divided into shelves, designed for displaying objects or books.

The cabinet belongs to the type of works produced by the workshop of the Milanese cabinetmaker Ferdinando Pogliani (Milan 1832 - 1899). Active for the wealthy Milanese bourgeoisie, Pogliani had workshops first in Porta Vittoria and later in Montenapoleone. He is distinguished by the exceptional quality of his ivory inlays and the complexity of his figurative decorations, inspired by Neo-Renaissance tastes.
During the 19th century, Milan was a major center for high-quality cabinetry, with artisans enjoying an international reputation. Pogliani and his sons were renowned not only for creating furniture for the emerging Milanese bourgeoisie but also for restoring and faithfully reproducing historical furnishings. The style of this cabinet reflects the fusion of Renaissance classicism and 19th-century eclecticism.

This lot, accompanied by a CITES certificate and expertise issued by Ce.S.Ar Centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the European Union.