The high-quality Italian Renaissance Revival credenza, 1920s/1930s

An exceptional and rare Italian Art Deco walnut and mixed hardwood credenza (sideboard), custom-designed by the noted Italian architect, intellectual, and arts patron Paolo Antonio Maggi (Monza, 1898–1984). This architectural statement piece features a robust, geometric facade defined by an eight-panel grid of deeply recessed, tiered square moldings. The cabinet is configured with two large double doors meeting at a central keyhole lock mechanism. It is framed by a heavily stepped, tiered crown molding top and an imposing, projecting architectural plinth base, showcasing the structural discipline characteristic of Maggi's early mid-century output. The beautiful graphic style of the label reveals much more about the career timeline of Architetto Paolo Antonio Maggi (Monza, 1898 – 1984).While he is highly sought after by mid-century collectors for his later 1940s and 1950s cabinets manufactured by companies like Marelli & Colico, this label points to an earlier chapter in his design career. This elegant studio label was designed during his early practice, likely around the time he graduated and established his prominent atelier in Monza during the late 1920s or early 1930s. In very great original condition, despite of some scratches/marks, natural wood cracks, consistent with age and use. Presented of moth holes, mainly on the base (seen on photos), preferred to be treated. Measurement: Width 160 cm X depth 58 cm X height 91cm. Made in Italy. Periods: 1920s/1930s.