Art Deco Revival Credenza / Buffet
Storage Cabinet · Art Deco Revival / Hollywood Regency (Late 20th Century) · Unknown contemporary manufacturer, likely high-end decorative furniture line.
Type
Storage Cabinet
Style Period
Art Deco Revival / Hollywood Regency (Late 20th Century)
Material
Engineered wood substrate with decorative metallic foil or leaf finish, applied resin or carved wooden decorative appliqués.
Age Estimate
Circa 1990-2010.
Dimensions
Height: 36 inches, Width: 48 inches, Depth: 20 inches.
Origin
Likely manufactured in Asia or North America for the high-end residential interior design market.
Designer/Maker
Unknown contemporary manufacturer, likely high-end decorative furniture line.
Value Estimate
Retail value range: $600 - $1,200 depending on the specific brand and local consignment market demand.
Description
An eye-catching and dramatic storage credenza featuring sweeping, rounded waterfall sides reminiscent of classic Art Deco waterfall furniture. The exterior is wrapped in a luminous stippled gold and bronze metallic finish that gives it an antiqued, textural appearance. Two central doors are adorned with an elaborate, symmetrical scrolling gilt appliqué radiating from a central round medallion, creating a striking focal point suitable for a luxurious dining room or entryway.
Key Features
Sweeping waterfall-curved sides, heavily antiqued gold stippled finish, and prominent central baroque-style scrolling ornamentation.
Color & Finish
Multi-toned metallic gold and antique bronze stippled finish with heavy antiquing and a clear protective topcoat.
Construction Method
Modern manufactured cabinetry with applied decorative surface treatments and custom applied scrollwork.
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Standard modern dowel and cam-lock assembly concealed beneath decorative exterior veneers.
Wood Grain & Species
Substrate is engineered wood; the surface features a faux-finished stippled metallic texture rather than natural wood grain.
Surface Treatment
Hand-applied stippled metallic foil/leaf finish with antiquing glaze and molded scrollwork embellishments.
Upholstery Details
None applicable.
Hardware & Fittings
Integrated door pulls with ornate central rosette and scrolling metal or resin appliqués matching the finish.
Origin & Provenance
Likely manufactured in Asia or North America for the high-end residential interior design market.
Condition Notes
Very good overall condition. Minor surface scuffs consistent with consignment or showroom handling, but structurally sound with all decorative elements intact.
Interesting Facts
The 'waterfall' furniture style popular in this piece's silhouette originated in the 1930s during the height of the Art Deco movement, characterized by rounded, continuous edge curves designed to showcase newly developed bending plywood and veneer technologies.
Cultural Significance
Reflects the enduring appeal of Hollywood Regency and Art Deco aesthetics in modern interior design, where theatricality and metallic glamour take precedence over traditional minimalism.
Similar Pieces
Mid-Century Modern waterfall credenzas and modern Hollywood Regency accent cabinets. Distinguishable by the heavy stippled metallic finish and applied scrollwork rather than natural burled wood veneers.
Care & Maintenance
Dust gently with a soft, dry microfiber cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners, chemical polishes, or excessive moisture which can damage the delicate metallic foil finish.
Value Estimate
Retail value range: $600 - $1,200 depending on the specific brand and local consignment market demand.
Sustainability Notes
Utilizes engineered wood substrates which make efficient use of timber resources, though the synthetic finishes and resins limit end-of-life biodegradability.