Sideboard, brown oak, by J. Jiroutek, Interier Praha, Czechoslovakia, 1960s.
2 600 PLN
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This chest of drawers, designed by Jiří Jiroutek and produced by Interier Praha in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s, embodies the essence of Scandinavian modernism with its clean, geometric form and functional approach. The body and drawer fronts are finished in a warm, honey-toned oak veneer that accentuates the subtle wood grain. Signature horizontal grooves replace traditional handles, emphasizing the piece’s minimalist, horizontal rhythm, while precisely joined panels create a seamless visual flow. The chest stands on four slightly splayed, tapered legs, also finished in oak veneer. Inside, practical plastic drawers reflect a modernist embrace of new materials and usability. There are no visible metal fittings or decorative hardware, and the matte finish imparts a gentle, understated sheen. The piece is preserved in good original condition, with only minor age-appropriate traces of use—small scratches and marks that do not detract from its authenticity.This is a piece that tells the story of postwar Central Europe, channeling the spirit of the 1960s when modernism was shaped by everyday practicality. In designing for Interier Praha, Jiroutek chose a language of simplicity and reason: the oak veneer exudes calm, while the geometric divisions suggest everyday order. The chest stands as a quiet witness to changing times—its restrained form and thoughtful details whisper of an era when clarity of design mattered as much as durability
DIMENSION
Height75 cm
Width45 cm
Length110 cm
Dimension details
Length110 cm
Height75 cm
Width45 cm
Weight40 kg
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