1970s Philippine Rattan Asian-Style Hutch Cabinet

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A mid-century rattan cupboard or hutch in the Asian style, made in the Philippines in the 1970s. The upper section … Read more A mid-century rattan cupboard or hutch in the Asian style, made in the Philippines in the 1970s. The upper section has a pair of doors with an Asian-style motif, glazed behind, and glass panels on the sides. The base has two drawers over two doors, and each door opens to a single shelf. The shelf behind the left door is missing.

The seller describes the piece as both rattan and bamboo, and the two materials were often worked together in Philippine furniture of this period. Without photographs, the finish, colour and exact construction of the frame and motif cannot be described here. Expect the natural texture and joinery typical of cane-and-pole furniture rather than the flat surfaces of case-built wood furniture.

At 6 ft tall, with a 48.5" wide cornice over a 46" wide base, it is a substantial piece for a dining room, breakfast room, sunroom or covered porch. The glazed upper section suits displaying ceramics, glassware or books, and the drawers and lower cupboards provide closed storage. It works in tropical, Hollywood Regency or 1970s-revival rooms, and against plain walls where the motif doors can be seen clearly.
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