Vintage credenza in tola mahogany with brass hardware by Ernest Gomme for G-Plan, 1960s

Designed by Iconic designer Ernest Gomme for G-plan, 1960. This piece has an E Gomme Gold embossed stamp, which means that it would be have been made between 1956-1965. (This particular stamp was used on furniture made between 1952-1965). Models from G Plan’s Tola and Black range first appeared in catalogues from 1956 and continued to be sold well into and through the 1960s. The sideboard is tola (African mahogany) veneer on engineered board, in a walnut brown finish; it features an ebonised base, and feet, as well as brass handles and fittings. The sideboard’s floating style top sits atop three drawers. The drawers are constructed with machine, dovetail joints and mahogany lined sides. One of the drawers is fitted with a velvet lined, cutlery compartment (of which the wooden divider is removable). Finally, the drawers are outlined in brass, and feature original brass, cast, drop handles. The lower section has two large bi-fold doors that slide open on runners to reveal three large compartments, each with adjustable internal shelves. The doors also have original brass, cast, drop handles. The whole unit is raised on square, tapering legs and a shaped front rail, with adjustable, brass feet. Condition Report: The Cradenza is in excellent condition, the Wood panels and surfaces do not have any noticeable marking, water staining or chips. The Ebonized wood is equally as excellent in condition. The interior of the drawers are slightly marked as photographed, but the velvet cutlery drawer is immaculate. The interior space is equally as excellent in condition, retaining its depth of colour and not being water-damaged or marked. There are a few marks commensurate with age. Dimensions: Height - 85cm Depth - 46cm Width - 150cm. Reference : 270393