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Armoire, Bleached Oak, France, circa 1940

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Armoire, Bleached Oak, France, circa 1940 Echoing the Sculptural Language of French Provincial Modernism Sculptural in stance and restrained in detail, this tall French cabinet from circa 1940 captures a moment of aesthetic transition—where 19th-century vernacular traditions met the emerging quietude of modern design. The silhouette is upright and monastic, yet enriched by a rhythmic geometry of pyramidal carvings—each hand-chiseled with architectural intent. Crafted in solid French oak, the piece retains all the hallmarks of its regional origin: dowel joinery, forged iron hardware, and a lathe-turned side spindle whose decorative finials lend a subtle vertical punctuation. The carvings echo centuries-old armoire motifs, yet here they are reduced, refined—inviting light and shadow to animate the surface with a quiet dynamism. The cabinet has undergone **Jada Galerie’s signature bleaching technique**, a gentle restoration process that reveals the raw grain and mineral character of the oak. The result is a soft, luminous finish that situates the piece comfortably within both rustic and architectural interiors—whether Brutalist, Provençal, or contemporary minimal. Traces of age—wooden peg marks, a softened hinge, minor movement in the carved panels—serve as evidence of the cabinet’s authenticity and integrity. It is structurally sound, with its original lock and key in working condition. Ideal for intimate storage or as a statement piece in a hallway or reading room, this cabinet speaks to the connoisseur of proportion, patina, and sculptural restraint. Available for private acquisition. For placement guidance or collector inquiries, please contact our specialists.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 68.51 in (174 cm)Width: 30.71 in (78 cm)Depth: 18.12 in (46 cm)
  • Style:
    French Provincial (In the Style Of)
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  • 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:
    1stDibs: LU4245144274202

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