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French 1940s Solid Oak Art Deco Brutalist Credenza

$12,500
£9,543.69
€11,027.65
CA$17,547.63
A$19,558.67
CHF 10,261.76
MX$238,843.20
NOK 129,936.21
SEK 122,809.48
DKK 82,304.18

About the Item

A composition of resolute presence, this French credenza from the 1940s embodies a language of sculptural restraint and architectural conviction. Its broad façade unfolds as a measured arrangement of four central drawers, subtly recessed, flanked by generous storage compartments whose doors are adorned with finely carved reliefs of rhythmic geometry. Executed in solid oak, the surface bears a dry, pale patina that softens the assertive rigor of the piece. The detailed carvings—neither ornamental excess nor mere decoration—read instead as an articulation of structure itself, where the act of making is revealed in each incised plane. The credenza commands its surroundings not through flourish, but through the disciplined repetition of proportion and the clarity of line. It exemplifies the spirit of the French Reconstruction era—a return to honest materials, vernacular craft, and the quiet dignity of functional architecture scaled to the domestic interior. Wear consistent with age and use. Meticulously preserved by JADA to maintain its structural integrity while honoring its original surfaces. The credenza reads as a structural gesture—anchoring a room with its horizontality and tactile detail, evoking a moment when French design embraced the monumental humility of Brutalist form and the refinement of Art Deco lineage. Available for private acquisition. Inquiries from discerning collectors are welcome.
  • Similar to:
    Charles Dudouyt (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41.74 in (106 cm)Width: 86.62 in (220 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940s
  • Condition:
    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: 20220701921stDibs: LU4245145748052

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