This chest of drawers from the 1950s, produced by Musterring International, is a representative example of German mid-century modern design. The two-part construction features an upper section with three open shelves and a lower cabinet with two doors, concealing additional storage. The body is crafted from walnut veneer in a warm, deep brown, with pronounced natural wood grain and solid wood edging. Four slender, black hairpin legs, slightly splayed, provide a sense of lightness and contemporary appeal. The surfaces are smooth to the touch, with a satin finish that lends a gentle sheen, while the cabinet doors lack visible handles or hardware, emphasizing a streamlined, minimalist aesthetic. The proportions—100 cm wide, 158 cm high, and 38 cm deep—make it suitable for both larger and more intimate interiors. The piece is in very good condition following professional restoration, showing no visible signs of wear or damage. This cabinet echoes the spirit of 1950s Germany, when functionality and material quality were inseparable from minimalist, geometric form. The warmth of walnut, the smoothness of the satin finish, and the visual lightness provided by the metal legs evoke interiors where every detail had meaning and purpose. The piece seems to whisper of a time when design was meant to be a backdrop for daily life—organizing space discreetly, highlighting what matters without dominating the room. The chest of drawers could be placed in the living room as a bookshelf and display unit, or in the dining area, where the open shelves house ceramics and the closed cabinet stores tableware. It pairs well with other mid-century pieces: an upholstered sofa
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Height158 cm
Width38 cm
Length100 cm
Dimension details
Length100 cm
Height158 cm
Width38 cm
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