Sideboard. France, 1950s

Sideboard. France, 1950s.
Teak wood, maple wood interior, black-lacquered metal, and brass.
In very good condition. Restored wood.
Measurements: 88 x 200 x 48 cm.

Designed in the context of the postwar renewal of European furniture, this sideboard combines a structure with strictly refined lines with the visual richness of teak. The rectangular body, raised on slender lacquered metal legs, exudes a marked lightness despite its generous proportions, while the discreet brass details introduce a refined material contrast.

The front’s layout integrates closed compartments and drawers into a particularly balanced composition, avoiding any superfluous ornamentation. The hallmarks of the teak exterior, the light tone of the maple interior, and the metal base fully reflect the modern aesthetic of the 1950s, closely aligned with the influence of Scandinavian design that was widely adopted in French furniture of the period.