1970s Burl Wood China Cabinet by Dillingham

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Large Postmodern burl elmwood cabinet featuring a breakfront with three smoked glass doors containing adjustable shelves inside and three cabinets … Read more Large Postmodern burl elmwood cabinet featuring a breakfront with three smoked glass doors containing adjustable shelves inside and three cabinets underneath. There are three recessed lights along the inside of each cabinet. A striking example of high-end American modernism from the late 20th century. Dillingham, known for its sleek, minimalist designs and high-quality craftsmanship, often incorporated exotic wood veneers, clean lines, and innovative lighting features into their work.

This particular breakfront cabinet embodies the Postmodern aesthetic with its bold geometric structure, luxurious burl elmwood veneer, and smoked glass elements. The three upper glass doors, fitted with adjustable glass shelving, offer an elegant display area, enhanced by the recessed lighting inside each section, perfect for showcasing collectibles or fine glassware. Below, the three lower cabinets provide ample concealed storage, maintaining the streamlined look.

Umanoff started his career in 1952 at The Elton Company and also collaborated with Post Modern Ltd, where he produced wrought iron and wood designs. He worked extensively with furniture manufacturer Shaver Howard throughout the 1960s, and also designed for companies like Howard Miller (clocks), Raymor, and Madison Furniture Industries. Umanoff aimed to create beautifully constructed, functional, and affordable designs, often incorporating natural materials and new methods to update traditional furniture. His designs commonly featured wrought iron, rattan, walnut, and birch, with functional details, slender lines, tapered legs, natural wood finishes, and minimalist forms

Dillingham Furniture pieces are sought after for their superior construction and stylish blend of modern and organic materials, and this cabinet's illuminated breakfront design makes it a standout piece of 1970s luxury furniture.

Dimensions: 80" W x 20" D x 80" H.

United States, 1975 See less