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The netherlands / 1910 / side table by h.f. Jansen & zonen amsterdam / wood / art nouveau / amsterdamse …
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The netherlands / 1910 / side table by h.f. Jansen & zonen amsterdam / wood / art nouveau / amsterdamse school
a rare and evocative example of early 20th-century dutch craftsmanship, this side table by h.f. Jansen & zonen; one of amsterdam’s most respected furniture ateliers. This table embodies the stylistic transition from art nouveau to the emerging amsterdamse school. Dated circa 1910, the piece reflects a moment of aesthetic tension and innovation, where organic elegance meets architectural rigor.
this table was crafted from solid stained wood with a rich, warm patina that speaks to over a century of careful preservation. The rectangular top is supported by six finely carved legs, each subtly faceted and tapering, connected by a robust cross-braced stretcher that adds both stability and sculptural interest. Arched apron motifs beneath the tabletop echo the sinuous lines of art nouveau, while the geometric rhythm of the legs and stretcher foreshadow the expressive structuralism of the amsterdamse school.
h.f. Jansen & zonen operated in amsterdam during a period of artistic ferment, producing furniture that bridged decorative traditions and progressive ideals. This table likely served as a salon or writing piece in a bourgeois interior, reflecting the tastes of a clientele attuned to both international trends and dutch design identity.
the amsterdamse school, which would come to full bloom in the 1910s and 1920s, emphasized expressive forms, artisanal integrity, and a gesamtkunstwerk approach to interiors. This table stands as a precursor, its architectural composition and artisanal finish hint at the movement’s ethos while retaining the lyrical grace of art nouveau.
excellent structural integrity. The wood shows a deep, even tone with minor surface wear consistent with age. No structural repairs; stretcher and joints are original and stable. A discreet testament to its longevity and quality.
height till top: 66 cm this piece has an attribution mark,
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- Dimensions
- 43.31ʺW × 27.17ʺD × 29.53ʺH
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Patina Consistent with Age and Use Patina Consistent with Age and Use less
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