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Petite Cabinet in Carved Oak, France, 1940s

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Petite Cabinet in Carved Oak, France, 1940s Where rural geometry meets quiet sculpture This French cabinet from the 1940s distills the essence of provincial craft into a modest, architectural form. Defined by a single carved rondel—concentric and tactile—it evokes both the celestial symbolism of earlier ecclesiastical furniture and the material restraint of mid-century rural modernism. Executed in solid oak and finished in a stripped, natural tone, the piece features a paneled door with a bold circular motif set within a beveled frame. Above it, a shallow drawer is flanked by two pyramidal carvings—refined yet assertive, echoing the language of post-war French joinery rooted in handwork and balance. Though unsigned, the cabinet reflects the sculptural vocabulary seen in the workshops of southwestern France during the interwar and immediate post-war period—where artisanal traditions were reinterpreted through a lens of pared-down geometry and everyday utility. The piece is structurally sound and lightly restored, with visible wood grain, softened edges, and a dry matte patina preserved in keeping with its origins. Brass fittings are original; interior clean and functional. Its scale lends itself to versatile placement—as a bedside table, an accent in a reading room, or a sculptural punctuation in a gallery-like space. Pairs beautifully with Brutalist, wabi-sabi, or mineral-rich interiors. Available for private acquisition. Inquiries for placement or condition notes are welcome.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.98 in (99 cm)Width: 30.32 in (77 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • 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:
    1stDibs: LU4245144247062

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