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Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This French Brutalist Art Deco buffet / cabinet / vitrine in solid oak was created in the 1940s
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

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Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 62.6 in W 40.56 in D 16.54 in
French Brutalist Cabinet in Oak with Iron Decorative Elements
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Highboard, oak, iron, France, 1960s This sideboard is made in France around the 1960s and
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Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Cabinets

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Iron

Brutalist Artisan Oak Cabinet or Sideboard With Carved Details, 1940 France
By Charles Dudouyt, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Vienna, AT
Brutalist french sideboard from carved oak, circa 1940-1950 Perfectly sized 39"x 32" mid-century
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Cabinets

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Wrought Iron

French 1940s Brutalist Oak Sideboard
Located in London, London
Sideboard Oak Brutalist Sliding doors France 1940s
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Early 20th Century French Brutalist Sideboards

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Oak

French 1940s Brutalist Oak Sideboard
French 1940s Brutalist Oak Sideboard
H 31.5 in W 72.05 in D 21.26 in
Brutalist French Oak Sideboard, 1940s
Located in London, London
Sideboard Oak Brutalist Brass handles France 1940s
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Sideboards

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Oak

Brutalist French Oak Sideboard, 1940s
Brutalist French Oak Sideboard, 1940s
H 32.29 in W 83.86 in D 21.26 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson, De Coene Frères
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. This heavy Brutalist
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

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Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 42.13 in W 87.01 in D 18.9 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson, De Coene Frères
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. This heavy Brutalist
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

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Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 37.41 in W 78.75 in D 21.66 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. This heavy Brutalist
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 40.95 in W 97.64 in D 24.02 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
craftsmanship of this natural oak sideboard, a testament to French artistry and attention to detail.
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
H 37.8 in W 78.35 in D 19.69 in
Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a magnificent French oak sideboard, inspired by the bold and distinctive style of
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 74.81 in D 19.69 in
Gaston Poisson Brutalist Solid Oak Buffet, France, 1940s
By Gaston Poisson
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
This French Brutalist Art Deco buffet / cabinet / vitrine in solid oak was created in the 1940s by
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

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Oak

Brutalist Oak Sideboard 1940s France
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
1940s France. Designed in the style reminiscent of Dudouyt's iconic creations, this art deco brutalist
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Oak Sideboard 1940s France
Brutalist Oak Sideboard 1940s France
H 40.16 in W 79.53 in D 19.69 in
Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a sculptural French buffet from the 1940s, crafted with the utmost elegance and
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 74.81 in D 19.69 in
Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Charles Dudouyt. Dudouyt, a celebrated figure in the world of French furniture design, was known for his
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 43.71 in W 98.82 in D 25.79 in
Brutalist Natural Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Presenting an exquisite Brutalist sideboard from the 1940s, crafted with natural oak in France
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Natural Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
Brutalist Natural Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
H 40.56 in W 79.14 in D 21.66 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 71.66 in D 21.26 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard, France, 1940. The credenza consists of three storage
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 40.95 in W 79.14 in D 20.87 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Rene Gabriel, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Constructivism Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 45.67 in W 81.89 in D 22.84 in
Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, Dudouyt, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s, Charles Dudouyt. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Oak

Large Solid Oak Credenza Brutalist, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, BIOSCA
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Large Credenza, solid oak, France, attributed to Charles Dudouyt, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, Dudouyt, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s, attributed to Charles Dudouyt. Large Art Deco Brutalist
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Charles Dudouyt Brutalist Credenza in Oak & Brass, France 1940's
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional credenza by Charles Dudouyt in oak. There are many unique details on this very well
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Credenzas

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Brass

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a remarkable 1940s French oak credenza, exuding the captivating allure of Art Deco
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 38.19 in W 70.87 in D 20.48 in
Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 21.86 in
Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 37.8 in W 66.93 in D 20.08 in
1940s France Brutalist Solid Oak Sideboard, Art Deco Credenza
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing a stunning 1940s Brutalist sideboard, expertly crafted in France from natural oak. This
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

French Brutalist Sideboard Signed Charles Dudouyt
Located in Houston, TX
French Brutalist Sideboard Signed Charles Dudouyt. This French Modern credenza, sideboard or
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Sideboards

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Bronze

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of three
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Bleached Solid Oak Cabinet with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of three
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Introducing an extraordinary Art Deco Brutalist credenza from France, crafted in the 1940s. This
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Natural Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Presenting an exquisite oak sideboard, inspired by the iconic designs of Jacques Adnet. Crafted
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Natural Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
Natural Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
H 38.19 in W 81.89 in D 21.66 in
Brutalist credenza
Located in Hellerup, DK
French vintage sideboard in black stained oak veneer with 5 doors, with shelves and drawers for
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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Credenzas

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Oak

Brutalist credenza
Brutalist credenza
H 31.11 in W 102.37 in D 18.51 in
Large Art Deco Brutalist Patinated Oak Credenza by Gaston Poison, France, 1930s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Art Deco Brutalist patinated oak Credenza , France 1930s Large Art Deco Brutalist patinated
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Oak

Brutalist sideboard in light oak, Guillerme et Chambron
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Brussels , BE
Buffet to hang on the wall designed by the iconic french duo Guillerme et Chambron. It is made up
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Mid-20th Century French Buffets

Materials

Oak

Three Piece French Oak Cabinet in the Manner of Charles Dudouyt C 1940
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A three piece French oak cabinet in the manner of Charles Dudouyt C 1940. Brutalist styling in the
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Oak

Brutalist Antique French Neo Gothic Cupboard
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Exceptional Brutalist French Neo Gothic cupboard,France from around 1890, bleached oak and pine
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Antique 1890s French Cupboards

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Oak

Chalet Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Step into the world of compact chalet charm with this exquisite oak sideboard, a true gem that
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Credenzas

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Oak

Chalet Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
Chalet Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940
H 39.77 in W 70.48 in D 20.87 in
Large French Oak Sideboard, Charles Dudouyt
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
A large sideboard/credenza attributed to Charles Dudouyt. France, circa 1940s. Consists of two
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

Materials

Oak

Large French Oak Sideboard, Charles Dudouyt
Large French Oak Sideboard, Charles Dudouyt
H 42.52 in W 79.14 in D 24.41 in
Large French Handcarved Oak Art Deco Sideboard, France, C1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
A large handcarved sideboard / credenza France, c1940s. Consists of 4 central drawer and two
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

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Brass

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant Credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 40.16 in W 55.32 in D 20.08 in
Patinated Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Large Credenza, solid oak, France, reminiscent of the work of Charles Dudouyt, 1940s. Large Art
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Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

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Oak

Patinated Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Patinated Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.59 in W 78.94 in D 20.48 in
French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 33.86 in W 78.75 in D 14.97 in
French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French, Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 39.97 in W 77.17 in D 20.08 in
Reconstruction Solid Oak Credenza, France
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Reconstruction Solid Oak Credenza, France
Reconstruction Solid Oak Credenza, France
H 39.38 in W 71.66 in D 18.12 in
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Marble

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 39.18 in W 77.96 in D 20.48 in
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Unearthed in Normandy, this Breton-style sideboard in solid oak boasts a stunning brutalist look
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Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

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Oak

Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 70.87 in D 18.9 in
Large French Oak Art Deco Sideboard Att. to Charles Dudouyt, France, C1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
A large sideboard/credenza attributed to Charles Dudouyt. France, c1940s. Consists of 1 central
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

Materials

Brass

Large French Oak Art Deco Sideboard Att. to Charles Dudouyt, France, C1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
A large sideboard/credenza attributed to Charles Dudouyt. France, c1940s. Consists of 1 central
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

Materials

Brass

Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Rene Gabriel, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. This is a typical
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 37.41 in W 66.93 in D 20.08 in
Pair of Brutalist Shelves , Attributed to Audoux-Minet, Varnished Oak , XXth
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
A lovely pair of wall shelves in varnished oak, the pure design with geometric shapes, is a clear
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20th Century French Shelves

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Oak

Art Deco Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of
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Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Buffets

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Oak

Art Deco Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Art Deco Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 41.15 in W 85.83 in D 19.69 in
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant Credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 82.68 in D 19.69 in
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant Credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 40.95 in W 79.53 in D 20.08 in
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Large Credenza, solid oak, France, reminiscent of the work of Charles Dudouyt, 1940s. Large Art
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 78.75 in D 20.48 in
Sculptural French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Marble

Sculptural French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
Sculptural French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 39.77 in W 90.56 in D 19.69 in
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Bleached Credenza in solid oak, France, reminiscent of the work of Charles Dudouyt, 1940s. Large
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Bleached Solid Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 29.93 in W 64.38 in D 16.54 in
Art Deco Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s, in stylo of Charles Dudouyt. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Art Deco Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 63.78 in D 18.51 in
Dudouyt, Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s, attributed to Charles Dudouyt. Large Art Deco Brutalist
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Oak

Dudouyt, Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
Dudouyt, Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s
H 40.16 in W 78.75 in D 20.28 in
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French Oak Cabinet Brutalist For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic French oak cabinet brutalist available at 1stDibs. Each French oak cabinet brutalist for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and metal. There are 69 variations of the antique or vintage French oak cabinet brutalist you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer French oak cabinet brutalist, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A French oak cabinet brutalist, designed in the mid-century modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made French oak cabinet brutalist has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Charles Dudouyt and Gaston Poisson are consistently popular.

How Much is a French Oak Cabinet Brutalist?

The average selling price for a French oak cabinet brutalist at 1stDibs is $6,655, while they’re typically $1,170 on the low end and $24,500 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

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