Pair of Art Deco Nightstands, brown walnut, black glass, Czechoslovakia, 1940s
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This pair of bedside tables from 1940s Czechoslovakia exemplifies the refined transition from Art Deco to early modernism in Central European design. Crafted in warm, medium-toned walnut veneer, the pieces display a linear, dynamic wood grain enhanced by a glossy lacquered finish. Geometric forms with rounded front edges rest on low plinth bases, emphasizing horizontal balance and visual stability. The tops are made of sleek black opaline glass, providing a bold contrast and reflecting light with a subtle sheen. Each cabinet is fitted with a single resin handle in a deep amber-brown tone, acting as a discreet decorative accent. The joinery is clean and unobtrusive, with flush-fitting doors and no visible hardware, creating a unified, sculptural form. The pair remains in very good original condition: the wood and glass surfaces show only minor traces of use and light, age-appropriate scratches, while all elements—including handles and glass tops—appear original. The price refers to the complete set of two nightstands.These nightstands evoke the quiet sophistication of the 1940s, when streamlined silhouettes and select materials began to replace ornate decoration. Their gently curved profiles and restrained details speak of a period in which craftsmanship and proportion defined domestic luxury. The black glass tops recall the opulence of late Art Deco, while the simplified construction signals the dawn of functional modernism—these pieces seem to say, "the world is changing, but the beauty
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Height44 cm
Width36 cm
Length51 cm
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Length51 cm
Height44 cm
Width36 cm
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