Classic sets of Italian living room furniture - Modenese

Luxurious classic Italian furniture combined with Baroque and Renaissance styles is the hallmark of the Modenese brand. Their passion for beautifully crafted Italian furniture begins with a deep respect for original craftsmanship and refinement. This stems from extensive knowledge and skills passed down through generations of artisans. It is the key to their international success, undoubtedly recognized and respected by the most discerning clients. It is a kind of homage to the many people who have worked on this brand for 200 years!

A sip of history – because only then can we understand the meaning of producing exclusive Italian furniture in a classic style

The story begins in northern Italy, in the small village of Casale di Scodosia, known for its tradition of woodworking. It is there that the Modenese Gastone luxury classic furniture factory is located. The factory is owned by the Modenese family, which has been operating in the wooden furniture industry since 1818. Family secrets and traditions have been passed down from father to son through 7 generations. And how did it all start?

In 1818, like most families in the area, Modenese established their own workshop and began producing what was needed in the nearby municipalities and towns – wooden agricultural tools. Classic, solid craftsmanship that was essential at that time. From this seed, great multi-generational manufactories emerged. Their rhythm was set by simple tools and true craftsmen. After World War II, Modenese’s production gained popularity not only locally but also abroad, especially in Germany. The family remains faithful to their traditional style, even if the produced furniture changes slightly according to buyers’ preferences. This is what truly shapes an exclusive brand – consistency and tradition!

An important factor behind Modenese’s class are three unchanging aspects: Baroque classicism, solid wood as the primary material, and exclusively handmade production. This is their alphabet and foundation, ultimately determining where they stand now and what they aim for.

Luxury classic-style furniture from Italy – changes after the fall of the Berlin Wall

Today, the brand’s success is not only driven by Gastone Modenese’s three sons: Renzo, Renato, and Francesco – but also by his grandson Paride. All continue the family traditions and manage the factory. A significant milestone for the company occurred in the early 1990s, after the fall of the Berlin Wall, when Modenese Gastone’s production became known in Russia and the CIS countries. This allowed for increased recognition and the design of increasingly new collections that are conquering the world.

In recent years, the number of factory employees has grown, now comprising a team of young professionals who love Italian design and stylish interiors. Today, Modenese Gastone is represented by people from 7 countries, speaking 16 languages. Modenese is a true Italian craftsmanship heritage. A multi-generational brand producing top-tier furniture for stylish interiors. A lot of classic elements, opulence, beautiful fabrics, materials, and Baroque style. That’s exactly what Modenese is.

Italian furniture for luxury salons and interiors – what does the production process look like?

The production of furniture at Modenese Gastone involves meticulous selection of high-quality wood and precise processing of natural wood by our artisans. Only valuable wood species are used in the manufacturing process: noble varieties such as cherry, walnut, oak, and ash; also, only carefully selected materials are used for inlays and veneers: radica (the part of the tree close to the root), walnut, ash, and mahogany, ensuring that the furniture surfaces are elegant and refined.

In the next stage, experienced carpenters prepare raw, hand-carved furniture. The entire carving process is performed entirely by hand using traditional carpentry tools. The table tops, consoles, and other furniture parts feature charming inlays made from various materials: small pieces of different types of wood, marble, and mother-of-pearl are inlaid into the wooden surfaces, creating a beautiful palette of colors and a variety of wood textures.Unpolished, carved wooden furniture is sent to the finishing workshop. During the staining and finishing process, craftsmen use special spray diffusers to ensure that the color is as even as possible, matching the customer's chosen sample. The lacquered furniture then proceeds to the next drying stage.

It's time to add some glamour to the furniture with gold, silver, bronze, and other leafing materials. Throughout the entire production process, gilding is done by hand: artisans apply a special adhesive to the decorated surface and cover it with a tiny piece of gold (or silver, etc.). Then, using a special stiff brush, the small gilding pieces are pressed into the wooden surface. Depending on the desired level of gloss and density of the gold decoration, craftsmen use from 2-3 up to dozens of layers of gold in this procedure!

In the next stage of furniture decoration at Modenese Gastone, outstanding artists—graduates of the Venice Academy of Fine Arts—hand-paint the furniture, bringing the most secret dreams of clients to life. Classic Venetian scenic motifs appear on wardrobe doors, while vibrant floral patterns bloom on table surfaces. Artists will paint on the furniture surface according to the client's wishes.

After lacquering and decoration, all stylish sofas, exclusive armchairs, poufs, chairs, bed headboards, and wall panels are upholstered with high-quality fabrics. Then, all furniture undergoes three quality control phases. This ultimately results in true and genuine luxury.

The quality of the wood, individual paint drying ovens, artisanal carving, wood processing, and the meticulous work of outstanding craftsmen and artists guarantee the highest quality of the final Modenese Gastone product!