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Storage Cabinet by Pia Manu, Belgium, 1970s
$ 5,850
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Description
This cabinet, produced by Pia Manu in Belgium during the 1970s, is defined by a compact and architectural composition in which storage elements are carefully integrated into a unified volume. The arrangement of open compartments, a central drawer, and enclosed cabinet doors establishes a measured rhythm between void and mass, while the overall form remains resolutely monolithic. Integrated pulls and recessed volumes further emphasize the structural clarity of the design, avoiding applied ornament in favor of construction-driven articulation.
The piece exemplifies Pia Manu’s distinctive material approach, developed under the direction of Jean-Pierre Helaers, in which wooden structures were treated with layered resin-based coatings to achieve a dense, mineral-like surface. This technique produces a complex patina, marked by tonal variation, subtle cracking, and depth, evoking the appearance of weathered metal or stone while retaining the warmth of its underlying structure. Within the context of 1970s Belgian design, such works reflect a broader engagement with materiality and surface as primary expressive tools, aligning with contemporaneous brutalist and post-minimalist tendencies. -
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Documentation: Documented elsewhere (similar item) Origin: Belgium Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Resin,Wood Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Creation Date: 1970's Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century Incollect Reference #: 859650 -
Dimensions
W. 41.74 in; H. 35.83 in; D. 15.75 in; W. 106.02 cm; H. 91.01 cm; D. 40.01 cm;
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Goldwood by Boris, located in Antwerp, Belgium, offers a unique selection of high-end 20th-century furniture and decorative pieces, alongside a range of antique items. For appointments or inquiries, contact us at +32 493 794 223 or info@goldwoodbyboris.com.
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