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Brazilian Modern Four-Door, Four-Drawer Caviúna Credenza with Drop-Front Bar, 19

$18,820
£14,180.34
€16,575.17
CA$26,651
A$27,141.16
CHF 15,580.16
MX$327,507.19
NOK 180,566.31
SEK 183,046.66
DKK 123,922.90

About the Item

A refined example of early Brazilian modernism, this exceptional four-door, four-drawer sideboard showcases the restrained elegance and remarkable craftsmanship that defined Brazil's finest furniture makers during the early 1950s. Executed with a solid caviúna base and beautifully book-matched caviúna veneer surfaces, the cabinet celebrates the extraordinary natural character of one of Brazil's most prized hardwoods. The warm honey-brown caviúna displays dramatic flowing grain with deep chocolate veining and rich reddish undertones, creating a striking visual rhythm across the façade. Carefully restored to preserve its original patina, the wood reveals exceptional depth, movement, and warmth beneath a soft satin finish that highlights the natural figure without excessive gloss. Designed with both beauty and practicality in mind, the sideboard offers an impressive amount of concealed storage. Four spacious drawers run along the upper section, providing organized compartments for flatware, linens, serving accessories, and entertaining essentials, while the four lower cabinets accommodate larger tableware and household storage. One compartment features an ingenious drop-front door that transforms into a dedicated bar cabinet, revealing generous interior storage for bottles and glassware while creating a convenient serving surface when opened. All of the original working keys are present and included, allowing every locking compartment to function as originally intended—a rare and highly desirable feature for a Brazilian modern piece of this period. The architectural case appears to float gracefully on a sculptural solid caviúna base with elegantly tapered legs, lending the substantial cabinet an unexpected sense of lightness. Every proportion reflects the disciplined simplicity characteristic of Brazil's most celebrated mid-century furniture, where clean lines are elevated through extraordinary materials and impeccable joinery rather than ornament. A timeless statement piece, this rare sideboard embodies the sophistication of Brazilian design at its finest—combining exceptional craftsmanship, remarkable functionality, and the unmistakable beauty of richly figured caviúna into a museum-worthy work that remains as relevant today as when it was first created more than seventy years ago. Its sculptural presence, ingenious storage solutions, exquisite honey-toned wood grain, and complete set of original keys make it an outstanding addition to the most discerning modern interiors and collections.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 35 in (88.9 cm)Width: 85 in (215.9 cm)Depth: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Brass,Caviuna,Hand-Painted,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
    Brazil
  • Period:
    1950-1959
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 9661stDibs: LU7095251228592

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