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Elegant modernist cabinet from the 1930s.

$3,536.44

£2,621.24

€3,000VAT Included

CA$4,933.52

A$5,004.17

CHF 2,857.52

MX$60,602.09

NOK 33,639.96

SEK 33,528.32

DKK 22,873.72

About the Item

Elegant modernist cabinet from the 1930s, made in painted wood and distinguished by its beautifully balanced proportions and refined architectural presence. The piece embodies the clarity and restraint of early European modernism, where functionality and geometry were combined to create furniture of quiet yet striking character. The cabinet is composed of a clean vertical structure with a harmonious arrangement of elements: an open compartment at the top, a discreet central drawer, and a lower cabinet section with interior shelving concealed behind a door. This thoughtful composition gives the piece both visual rhythm and practical functionality. Particularly notable are the marvelous proportions of the design, which lend the cabinet an elegant and slender silhouette. The cylindrical wooden handles and subtle base detail add a sculptural touch while maintaining the minimalist modernist aesthetic. The interior reveals a warm wooden tone contrasted with charming patterned lining, adding a subtle decorative element that enriches the overall character of the piece. The soft off-white painted finish enhances the architectural purity of the form and highlights the geometric composition. The cabinet strongly recalls the work of Belgian modernist architect and designer Huib Hoste, whose furniture designs in the interwar period were characterized by similar purity of form, functional clarity, and restrained ornamentation. Both practical and visually striking, this cabinet stands as a beautiful example of 1930s modernist furniture, combining elegant proportions, architectural simplicity, and timeless character.

Dimensions:
Height: 51.19 in (130 cm)Width: 15.95 in (40.5 cm)Depth: 25.2 in (64 cm)
Style:
Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood
Period:
1930-1939
Date of Manufacture:
1930s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Antwerp, BE
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU4678249298492

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