cabinet

Small cabinet of lacquered wood painted in different tones of gold, pale green, and red.

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Photo: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Wiesenberger · via Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

The cabinet is made up of three rows of drawers set above a single long drawer, the three rows are hidden behind a pair of doors which peek out; the cabinet rests on a detachable footed stand. The face of the doors and long drawer have a recessed rectangular panel each with curved edges and rolled curves. The panels are ornamented with scenes of figures grouped about buildings set in elaborate landscapes.

Documented in curatorial archives from Living Morrow, this piece highlights the intersection of material craftsmanship and domestic utility in Article. Historical proportioning, joinery techniques, and structural framing offer practical lessons for contemporary interior architecture.

Thoughtful spatial placement and durable construction ensure domestic furnishings withstand daily household demands while enhancing room flow. Balancing visual lightness with utilitarian strength remains a cornerstone of enduring home design.

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