{"product_id":"vintage-1930s-arts-crafts-oak-cabinet-2310j","title":"Vintage 1930s Arts \u0026 Crafts Oak Cabinet 2310j","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautifully proportioned early 20th-century Arts and Crafts oak cabinet, believed to date from around the 1930s, combining wonderfully shaped sides, beautifully figured oak and elegant handcrafted detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its distinctive Arts and Crafts design, this charming cabinet has a wonderfully understated elegance. The gently shaped sides rise above the open upper shelf, with softly rounded corners and a stepped profile, while the graceful curved apron beneath adds a lovely finishing touch to its otherwise clean, architectural lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautifully figured oak door panel is particularly striking, with its wonderfully expressive grain giving the cabinet a lovely sense of individuality without the need for elaborate ornamentation. The elegantly carved wooden door knob is another particularly charming detail, with its distinctive stepped, architectural form reflecting the craftsmanship and understated elegance of the Arts and Crafts movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe oak has a beautiful warm, golden colour, with lovely variations in tone and grain throughout. The richly figured central door panel contrasts beautifully with the straighter grain of the surrounding timber, creating a wonderfully decorative yet harmonious appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical design features an open upper shelf, ideal for displaying books, ceramics or favourite decorative objects, with a spacious cupboard beneath. The single panelled door opens to reveal a useful storage compartment with a fixed internal shelf, providing plenty of room for everyday essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e– A Lovely History \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis charming cabinet has a particularly interesting history, having originally formed part of the bedroom furnishings of a historic British educational institution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe understand that the building was formerly used to provide residential accommodation for trainee nurses, with matching cabinets furnished throughout the bedrooms. Remarkably, these lovely pieces remained in their original setting for many years before being carefully removed and brought to our workshop for restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelieved to date from around the 1930s, the cabinet's beautifully restrained Arts and Crafts design and practical construction are wonderfully characteristic of furniture produced during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e– Beautifully Restored Condition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely cabinet is presented in excellent restored condition. The oak has been sympathetically refinished, bringing out its beautiful golden colour, attractive natural grain and the particularly striking figuring of the central door panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe restoration has given the cabinet a lovely fresh appearance while retaining all the charm and character of its early 20th-century design. Just a few minor polished-in marks, scuffs and gentle signs of age remain, all part of its authentic vintage character. The decorative carved wooden door knob retains its attractive aged character, complementing the beautifully restored timber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease take a close look through all photographs, as these form an important part of the description and show the condition, finish and character of the piece in greater detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncredibly versatile, this charming oak cabinet would make a wonderful addition to a hallway, living room or bedroom. The open upper shelf provides a lovely space for displaying books, ceramics and favourite decorative objects, while the cupboard beneath offers useful concealed storage. With its generous width, relatively shallow depth and beautifully understated Arts and Crafts design, it's a piece that would sit effortlessly in both traditional and contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautifully individual piece of early 20th-century furniture, combining timeless Arts and Crafts design, wonderful oak grain, elegant craftsmanship and a fascinating history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e– Matching Cabinet Available \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are delighted to have a second matching cabinet available, also beautifully restored in our workshop. These lovely pieces would look particularly wonderful as a pair, either side of a bed or sofa, although each is available to purchase individually. Please see our other listing for further details and photographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 82cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 31cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight to top surface: 65cm\u003cbr\u003eTotal height (including raised back): 92cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight from top surface to top of raised back: 26cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCupboard (Internal)\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 78cm\u003cbr\u003eDepth: 28cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight above fixed shelf: 22cm\u003cbr\u003eHeight below fixed shelf: 22cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56996357996930,"sku":null,"price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0228\/1503\/files\/vintage_arts___crafts_oak_school_cabinet_cupboard.3.jpg?v=1792768337","url":"https:\/\/www.mustardvintage.com\/products\/vintage-1930s-arts-crafts-oak-cabinet-2310j","provider":"Mustard Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}