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Exceptional Early 19th Century Brazilian Cupboard – Minas Gerais Origin

About the Item

This striking and rare cupboard, originating from the heart of Minas Gerais in the early 1800s, stands as a robust testament to the utilitarian beauty and rustic sophistication of Brazilian colonial furniture. Entirely crafted from native hardwoods, its structure reveals the direct, solid construction typical of rural workshops of the early 19th century, where function and endurance were paramount. The façade is composed of two wide plank doors with deep vertical grooves, framed by thick, chamfered stiles and rails, a stylistic hallmark of regional cabinetry. The original hand-forged iron hinges and escutcheons remain intact, exuding the honesty of artisanal blacksmith work from the period. Below, the cupboard retains its original pair of drawers, each fitted with turned wooden knobs, likely carved from the same timber as the structure itself. Their subtle asymmetry and wear only add to the charm and authenticity of the piece. Inside, the interior offers two broad fixed shelves, designed for the storage of household goods, linens, or ceramics, consistent with its likely use in a rural kitchen or pantry. The feet are sculpted in a primitive skirted bracket style, shaped by hand and softened by two centuries of use. Its surface boasts a warm, time-earned patina, marked by tool impressions, wear, and oxidation, telling the silent story of generations who lived with and around it. This is not a reproduction, but a genuine artifact — a grounded, soulful cupboard ideal for collectors, decorators, or institutions seeking early Brazilian rural furniture with integrity, character, and presence.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 82.37 in (209.2 cm)Width: 42.17 in (107.1 cm)Depth: 13.9 in (35.3 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    Brazil
  • Period:
    Early 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Rio De Janeiro, BR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9400245076572

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