This Fratelli Reguitti X-form valet, in the style of Ico and Luisa Parisi, is in exceptionally good condition. It features a lovely, rich mahogany stained beech timber frame, brass hardware and rubber wheels.

The whole unit is tight and solid, with fine surfaces and in excellent working condition. There are some signs of age of course.

The shoe rails have lost their brass plating. Charmingly, a little remains as a hint of the previously flashy appearance. There are a few very minor dings and scuffs on the timber surfaces.

There's a little wear to the finish on the shoulder ends of the hanger. A very minor bruise in the ridges of timber that run across the top of the stand, we carefully sanded the inside of the ridges to smooth away any uneven surface so that fabric will not catch.

The pull-out tie and belt holders on the top rail have the slightest of bends in them but function well, if a little stiff to pull out a slight twist gets them moving.

Other than these minor signs of age, the valet is just lovely, with a beautiful glowing sheen, sumptuous timber grains and excellent craftsmanship.

A Classic in fine condition.

DIMENSIONS

Height: 42.33 in. (107.5 cm)

Width: 18.12 in. (46 cm)

Depth: 13.78 in. (35 cm)

CONDITION

Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The surface has been rubbed with finest steel wool and an identical wipe-on varnish applied after testing the original finish to identify type. Very light sanding of top rung to smooth ridges.