Sculptural occasional side table in solid beech wood and macassar ebony details, 1920s, Dutch Amsterdam School. The table has an octagonal tabletop and characteristic macassar ornaments around the top. The lower part has nicely shaped rounded leg ends joined in a cross. These features give this table a distinctive and chique look. After almost 100 years it is still in such a good state, stable and sturdy with only minor signs of aging and use.
Similar tables were sold in one of the most famous department stores in the Netherlands ''De Bijenkorf''. A picture has been added to the photo presentation.
The table is very sturdy and constructively in very good condition. The high quality beech wood has a vivid woodgrain as shown in the pictures. Some taken in sunlight to give a better impression.
About Amsterdam School (summery from source: Amsterdam Museum ''Het Schip'')
The Amsterdam School started as a group of friends that took over power in the Amsterdam architectural society Architectura et Amicitia in 1916. Not being literally a school, the ''Amsterdam School'' was a movement in art and architecture. Followers such as Michel De Klerk, Hildo Krop, Piet Kramer, Joan van der Mey, Margaret Staal-Kropholler, Jan Gratama and Hendrik Wijdeveld had grand and political ideals to achieve innovative architecture and urban planning.
These Amsterdam School artists searched for new forms that matched their vision of society. It was time to break with old traditional forms. The Amsterdam School style is recognizable by their expressive use of color and materials and rich, imaginative decorations.
Manufacturer
Design Period
1910 to 1939
Production Period
ca.1920
Country of Manufacture
Netherlands
Identifying Marks
Style
Art Deco, Hague School, Amsterdam School, Amsterdamse School, Modernist
Detailed Condition
Good — This item has no defects, but some signs of wear consistent with age and use
