Console by André Sornay, circa 1955

Desk or console by andré sornay, circa 1955 elegant and functional, this desk or console is a creation of the lyon cabinetmaker and designer andré sornay, an emblematic figure of modernist furniture in france. It rests on an inverted u-shaped base, assembled with the precision of straight tail assembly, a signature of sornay's work. The top, in blue lacquered ash, has been restored, thus preserving the original spirit while restoring its shine. Thanks to its refined and balanced design, this piece can be used as both a desk and a console, integrating harmoniously into different spaces. With its sober aesthetic and structural ingenuity, this piece of furniture perfectly illustrates the innovative approach of andré sornay, who knew how to modernize traditional cabinetmaking by introducing avant-garde manufacturing techniques. Edition: sornay meubles, lyon, circa 1955. Good vintage condition, the legs have been refinished and the top repainted in the original blue.