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French Art Deco Moderne Exotic Burled Ambroyna Bubinga Thuja Nightstand Cabinets

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A rare and magnificent pair of very fine quality French Art Deco Modernist bedside cabinets attributed to Christian Krass, with design influence by Jacques Emile Ruhlmann. Exquisitely hand-crafted in France, circa 1930s, the highly skilled ébéniste sparing no expense finishing both the interior and exterior with extraordinarily rare burled thuja, highly figured bubinga, amboyna and other exotic precious woods. The impressive sized, distinctly shaped sculptural cubist solid wood case having smooth curved corners and rounded molded edges mixed with angular canted front corners ornamented with contrasting ivorine and purple-heart geometric marquetry inlay, accented with brass mounts. Each cabinet fitted with a single recessed paneled door front adorned with fine gilt accented chrome pulls, opening to a large and spacious open interior in book-matched veneer finish. Marks: Reverse signed by hand: CH 105; CH 202, verso marked C The superior quality, craftsmanship, and stunning detail, rich luxurious materials, combined with creative Brutalist Cubist form, and elegant Streamline Modern design lend to make this decorative pair a true one of a kind masterpiece! Dimensions: Each: 24" High, 19.75" Wide, 19.25" Deep As warm and attractive as they are functional, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as bedside nightstands, side tables or sofa end tables. Excellent original antique/vintage condition. Presents superbly, with rich grain detail, splendid coloring with fabulous warmth and depth, and beautiful patina over the whole. Very strong, sturdy, stable and structurally sound, with typical minor character marks, wear commensurate with age. Delivered deep cleaned, hand waxed with French polished patina, ready for many years of use.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 19.75 in (50.17 cm)Depth: 19.25 in (48.9 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Amboyna,Brass,Bubinga,Burl,Purpleheart,Hand-Crafted,Inlay,Molded,Veneer
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Excellent original vintage condition with beautiful patina over the whole. Very strong, sturdy, stable and structurally sound, with typical minor character marks, wear commensurate with age. Presents splendidly. Delivered cleaned, waxed, polished.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977226087592

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