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Folk Art Cabinet, Europe, Early 19th Century

$3,800
£2,840.46
€3,513.29VAT Included
CA$5,335.97
A$5,427.81
CHF 3,099.36
MX$65,652.36
NOK 36,140.14
SEK 36,693.88
DKK 24,777.73

About the Item

This dresser, produced in Europe in the early 19th century, combines a lower enclosed storage section with an open shelving superstructure, forming a composition rooted in practical, everyday use. The structure is built from solid wood using straightforward joinery, where function takes precedence over refinement. Paneled doors, small drawers, and open shelves are arranged with a clear utilitarian logic, reflecting the needs of domestic life rather than stylistic intention. The surface bears the marks of time, with a deeply developed patina shaped by age, handling, and exposure. Variations in tone, wear, and texture reinforce the authenticity of the piece, allowing the material to remain expressive. Within the context of European vernacular furniture, such objects were defined by necessity and local craftsmanship, resulting in forms that are both functional and inherently characterful. The piece resonates with a wabi-sabi sensibility, where irregularity and imperfection are integral to its presence. All our rustic furniture has undergone a two-cycle preventive woodworm treatment to ensure long-term preservation and stability.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 77.56 in (197 cm)Width: 49.22 in (125 cm)Depth: 17.33 in (44 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Antwerp, BE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GW45161stDibs: LU933449879002

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