Art Deco Oak Cabinet with Sculptural Carving from Jacques Klein, France, 1925

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A superb example of early French Art Deco craftsmanship, this 1925 highboard by Jacques Klein showcases the movement’s transition from … Read more A superb example of early French Art Deco craftsmanship, this 1925 highboard by Jacques Klein showcases the movement’s transition from late‑19th‑century ornamentation to the bold, architectural modernism that would define the interwar years. Executed in oak with remarkable attention to detail, the piece embodies the refined luxury and sculptural clarity associated with Klein’s work.

The façade features deeply carved panels with rhythmic botanical motifs, their stylized geometry perfectly aligned with the Art Deco vocabulary of the mid‑1920s. Vertical fluting along the sides adds a sense of height and structure, while the cabinet’s strong, rectilinear silhouette is softened by the organic flow of the carvings. The base, supported by two rounded feet set on stepped plinths, gives the highboard a grounded yet elegant presence.

Inside, the cabinet offers generous storage, reflecting the period’s emphasis on both beauty and practicality. The oak has developed a warm, even patina over the past century, enhancing the depth of the carving and highlighting the natural grain of the wood.

Jacques Klein was among the designers who helped shape the early Art Deco aesthetic in France, blending traditional craftsmanship with a modern sensibility. This highboard stands as a testament to that moment—an object that is both decorative and architectural, functional yet undeniably artistic.

A striking focal point for interiors that appreciate authentic Art Deco design, sculptural woodwork, and French craftsmanship of the highest caliber. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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