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Sideboard in Carved Oak, Spain, 1940s

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With the solemnity of an ancestral wall and the quiet poise of light brushing against stone, this Spanish sideboard expresses a tectonic language of austere form and architectural rhythm. Its tripartite front, composed of deeply framed geometric panels, evokes a sense of rural nobility—rigorous in composition yet warm in material presence. Light does not reflect off its surface so much as settle into its grain, revealing the quiet dignity of timeworn oak. Attributed to a regional Spanish workshop in the spirit of vernacular Castilian craftsmanship, the piece reflects a lineage of furniture rooted in agrarian architecture—built not merely to furnish, but to endure. The rhythmic grid of recessed panels suggests a dialogue with Romanesque stone carving and the heavy joinery traditions of northern Spain. Emerging in the mid-20th century yet hearkening to much older archetypes, the sideboard belongs to a continuum of domestic architecture where furniture and structure share a common material ethos. Its form speaks to permanence: of stone houses, iron keys, and sun-thickened wood. Executed in solid oak, the surfaces are entirely hand-carved, with each panel delineated by subtle variances in relief and proportion. The patina is honest—wax-soft in some areas, raw in others—revealing the nuance of decades without masking its origin. Forged iron escutcheons and working locks complete the composition with restrained ornament. Wear consistent with age and use. Meticulously preserved by Jada to maintain its structural integrity while honoring its original patina. Its sculptural mass lends gravity to any interior—whether anchoring a minimal gallery-like space or echoing the rustic nobility of a Mediterranean villa. Available for private acquisition. Inquiries from discerning collectors are welcome.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 38.98 in (99 cm)Width: 20.87 in (53 cm)Depth: 79.93 in (203 cm)
  • Style:
    Spanish Colonial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • 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: 1014578230171stDibs: LU4245145033712

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