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Brutalist Sideboard In Dark Stained Oak From Defour, Belgium, 1970s

Chairish

$16,990

A bold silhouette with sculptural appeal, this Brutalist sideboard in solid oak anchors a room with confidence and quiet rhythm. Designed with an eye for architectural composition, it stands as a powerful echo of post-war design thinking. Design The front is defined by five sculpted doors, each carved with a dynamic diamond relief pattern that gives the piece a sense of depth and motion. These angular motifs, typical of Brutalist visual language, suggest both structure and spontaneity. Subtle magnets integrated into the design allow each door to shut flush, preserving the integrity of the bold facade. Behind the left panel, two modest drawers provide easy storage for cutlery, documents, or other smaller pieces. The remaining interior is structured by three horizontal shelves, creating six compartments in total, offering clarity and flexibility in storage. Executed in solid oak, the body carries a rich dark-brown stain. Decades of quiet use have allowed the wood to develop a soft sheen, with a warm patina enhancing its pronounced grain. In contrast to the sombre exterior, the inner surfaces retain a natural blonde oak tone, lending a quiet visual balance and celebrating the raw material. This is a functional work anchored in the Brutalist spirit, sculptural, durable, and unmistakably direct in its purpose. Condition Condition is very good, with only minor traces of wear. Doors and drawers move smoothly and show no mechanical issues. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no official proof of authenticity, however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity issues arising from misattribution

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