This chest of drawers from the 1950s exemplifies German mid-century modernism, crafted in walnut-veneered wood with a warm, subtly satin finish. The front is defined by two sliding glass doors: one in deep, glossy black, the other in matte, creamy white—both perfectly flush with the frame, highlighting the clarity of line and geometric logic of the design. Its proportions are low and wide (100 × 33 × 70 cm), with the body supported by four new black-painted steel legs of square section, slightly recessed from the edges, lending the piece a sense of lightness and understated sophistication. The interior is divided by a single shelf for practical organization. Precision joinery and the absence of visible hardware on the front confirm the high standard of craftsmanship. The wood surface displays subtle signs of age, including gentle patina and minor scratches typical for its era; overall, the condition is described as good, with no major damage. This piece speaks to the optimism of the postwar years, when function and simplicity became emblems of modernity. The black and cream contrast of the sliding doors recalls the graphic experiments of the era, while the walnut's satin sheen brings to mind domestic warmth and a care for detail. The slender, recessed legs make the chest appear to float above the floor—as if suggesting that even everyday life can be light and
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Height70 cm
Width33 cm
Length100 cm
Dimension details
Length100 cm
Height70 cm
Width33 cm
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