Erasmo A 4 Sideboard in Wengé by Ferdinando Meccani for Meccani Arredamenti, Italy, 1970s

Erasmo a 4” Sideboard in wengè by Ferdinando Meccani, 1970s- This very impressive sideboard called Erasmo a 4 is a creation of the acclaimed maestro Ferdinando Meccani. Meccani’s philosophy revolves around great respect for nature and the pure search for integration of design and building furniture in a sustainable way. Meccani was ahead of his time and used the beautiful adage that goes as follows: “to beautify the environment in which we live”.The imposing facade of this credenza has a powerful appearance. The question is what strikes you first, but the answer lies in the fact that it is a combination of different elements.

Design
Wengé immediately catches the eye with its kaleidoscope-like flame drawings. Vertical drawings adorn the doors while the base is decorated with a one-piece drawing. The base color of medium brown alternates with dark and blonde notes, creating a play of dynamic shades.Enclosed by a robust top of substantial thickness and a ditto body, it’s those four doors that are so striking. Twenty-four rectangular windows create depth and provide contrast to the wenge. Smoked glass has been placed at the back of the doors, which provides an even deeper effect. Behind the two left doors are two shelves and behind the two right doors there is a large space for storage which is also equipped with two drawers.

Condition
The condition of the sideboard is very good with only minimal traces of use.