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Buffet in Hand-Carved Oak, Spain, Early 20th Century
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A procession of geometric medallions unfurls across the façade of this Spanish buffet, its surfaces etched with deep, rhythmic carvings that oscillate between order and ornament. Each motif—rosace, lozenge, and stylized flower—catches the light with a sculptural clarity, as if coaxed from the oak by centuries of craft memory.
Attributed to a regional Castilian workshop in the spirit of Spanish Vernacular Baroque, the piece reflects a continuity of rural artisanry shaped more by inheritance than by innovation. Its floral reliefs and radiating forms evoke a quiet religiosity, echoing altarpiece and folk altar alike.
Beneath the weight of its carved body, the buffet is lifted by a considered base: gently arched legs with recessed quarter-moon cutouts form a grounded yet graceful stance. The scalloped apron, hovering just above the floor, imparts a lyrical movement that lightens the piece’s visual gravity. These elements speak to a sensibility that values silhouette as much as structure—rustic but never crude.
Handcrafted from solid oak, the buffet showcases traditional joinery and a natural, untreated finish that allows the grain to surface and breathe. Wrought iron hardware—aged to a deep umber—punctuates the central drawers, each inset with a radiating cross pattern that mirrors the larger decorative language.
Wear consistent with age and use. Meticulously preserved by Jada to maintain its structural integrity while honoring its original patina.
Stately in scale, yet intimately expressive in its details, the buffet commands space with architectural poise. Its carved feet root it to the ground; its ornament lifts it into the realm of the ceremonial.
Available for private acquisition. Inquiries from discerning collectors are welcome.
- Dimensions:Height: 47.45 in (120.5 cm)Width: 70.87 in (180 cm)Depth: 25.6 in (65 cm)
- Style:Spanish Colonial (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Early 20th Century
- Condition:Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Meticulously preserved by Jada to maintain its structural integrity while honoring its original patina, this piece retains the quiet imprint of time, bearing witness to its history and authenticity. Inquiries from discerning collectors are welcome.
- Seller Location:Kaštel Sućurac, HR
- Reference Number:Seller: 9987583160171stDibs: LU4245144379702
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