Art Déco Sideboard attributed to Robert Mallet-Stevens, France, 1930s

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This rare, original 1930s Art Déco sideboard attributed to the renowned architect Robert Mallet-Stevens is striking for its symmetry and … Read more This rare, original 1930s Art Déco sideboard attributed to the renowned architect Robert Mallet-Stevens is striking for its symmetry and the balance it strikes between opulent materials and geometric clarity. Given its design, the piece may well have originated from the influential *Union des Artistes Modernes* (UAM).

The piece features a book matched walnut veneer on the outer doors, which continues as a non mirrored veneer around the sides. The internal structure and carcass are crafted from solid pine and oak. At the center is a display door with an aluminum frame and inset glass, revealing a bar cabinet equipped with shelves for glassware or decorative objects. The central section is flanked by minimalist, vertical, octagonal bar handles that reinforce the strictly geometric concept. Complementing this, the door hinges feature a multi-faceted design a detail that serves as a compelling herald of the emerging Modernist movement. A heavy, deep black marble top veined with striking streaks of white, gold, and red forms the stepped upper surface of the piece. The stepped, architectural base, accented along the bottom with matching aluminum, provides a stable, practical foundation while lending the cubic form a visually "floating" appearance.

A vintage, handwritten chalk inscription, "Stevens," found on the inner frame, serves as a record of the visionary’s name. This rare collector’s item is in excellent original condition, combining the timeless luxury of the 1920s and 1930s with a minimalist elegance suited to the modern living space. This piece is designed in the style of the selected designer and/or manufacturer See less