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Sideboard, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s
Echoing the Vernacular Modernism of French Provincial Workshops Influenced by Art Deco
With its commanding central spindle and deeply sculpted relief panels, this oak sideboard reads as both furniture and architectural fragment—an ode to rhythm, shadow, and artisanal weight. The composition is at once stately and quiet, defined by its interplay of bold geometry and provincial restraint. It anchors a room not with noise, but with presence.
Crafted in France in the 1940s, the piece embodies the rural-modern aesthetic that emerged in the wake of Art Deco: geometric yet softened, decorative yet spare. It evokes the post-war shift toward practical elegance—where regional craftsmanship met the streamlined sensibilities of modern design. The diamond-carved panels, wrought-iron pulls, and tiered spindle reflect a sculptural vernacular rooted in utility but elevated by hand and eye.
Executed in solid oak and treated with our gallery’s signature bleaching technique, the surface has been gently lightened to reveal the raw tactility of the grain. The finish preserves a palette of soft mineral tones—an organic canvas for interiors steeped in Brutalist, wabi-sabi, or contemporary naturalism.
The cabinet is structurally sound and opens with ease. Subtle abrasions, softened corners, and timeworn ironwork speak to its decades of quiet service. These are not flaws but affirmations—each mark a trace of lived-in history.
With its low, grounded proportions and rhythmic facade, the piece invites placement beneath art, opposite soft seating, or in dialogue with stone, linen, or patinated bronze. It thrives in interiors that value material depth over surface flash.
Available for private acquisition. Inquiries from discerning collectors are welcome.
- Similar to:Charles Dudouyt (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 38.78 in (98.5 cm)Width: 66.93 in (170 cm)Depth: 22.05 in (56 cm)
- Style:Art Deco (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1940s
- 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: 0002614340171stDibs: LU4245144273122
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