Bologna Teak Chest of Drawers
Inspired by an Italian canterano of circa 1690–1700, this architectural chest of drawers is reimagined in warm satin-finished teak. Three full-width drawers, finely moulded panels and small mother-of-pearl keyhole inlays give the seventeenth-century form a quieter contemporary character.
Description
The original canterano's imposing rectangular form is retained, with a broad overhanging top, framed corner pilasters and a substantial plinth resting on restrained scroll brackets. Each of the three full-width drawers has a finely profiled front, centred by a small ivory-toned mother-of-pearl lozenge with a dark keyhole. The teak grain and carefully joined details provide the decorative interest without artificial ageing. Equally suited to an entrance hall, library or generously scaled bedroom.
Historical Reference
Based on Italian canterano chest-of-drawers forms from circa 1690–1700. This is a new KIRSANOV interpretation, not an antique or artificially distressed reproduction.
Dimensions
Historical reference: approximately W 1340 × H 960 × D 690 mm. Final production dimensions to be agreed with the client.
Materials
Selected teak with a warm, low-sheen satin finish; fine teak mouldings, dark keyhole openings and three small mother-of-pearl lozenge escutcheons. Final timber construction and finish subject to workshop confirmation.
Construction
Three full-width hardwood drawer boxes with traditional dovetailed joinery, properly fitted guides and robust carcass construction. Stabilised teak panels and precision-machined solid-timber profiles; no applied antiquing.
Customisation
Available as an individual piece or matched pair. Dimensions and finish may be adapted for a commission while retaining the canterano proportions.