Mid-Century Imbuia sideboard by EE Meyer cabinet makers 1960's
Mid-Century Modern Imbuia sideboard by EE Meyer
An absolutely beautifully crafted mid-century Imbuia sideboard by EE Meyer cabinet makers, 1960’s.
It has a rectangular top above four drawers and doors enclosing a shelf, on square-section tapering legs joined by a stretcher. The light imbuia wood also referred to as Brazilian Walnut, grain and colour are beautifully active in light. Comes with an original key.
Exceptionally crafted, a real collector’s item and investment that will last a lifetime. Owning an EE Meyer piece is owning a piece of history, South Africa's most sought-after mid-century furniture manufacturer.
As much as we love Scandinavian furniture, some of our mid-century South African pieces are just as beautiful.
Overall a magnificent sideboard in beautiful vintage condition.
This vintage item has no defects. It has been meticulously cleaned, lightly refurbished and refinished where needed.
Dimensions:
84,5cm high, 185cm wide, 50,5cm deep
The Binnehuis furniture stores were located in Cape Town, Stellenbosch Somerset-West, Newlands, Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg and were owned by a Dutch businessman and his wife, Mr and Mrs van Ewijck, who moved between South Africa and the Netherlands.
Imbuia is not listed in the CITES Appendices, but is classified as “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
We try to capture the condition of our items in our photographs as best as possible. Prior to dispatch all items are carefully cleaned and re-coated with danish oil to ensure your item is looking its best when delivered.
Restoration Process:
In our studio workshop, every item undergoes a meticulous inspection and careful restoration process. We prioritize maintaining the original charm and patina of the piece, while also making it a beautiful addition to modern interiors.
Our Approach Includes:
- Examining and reinforcing the joints
- Cleaning the wood and removing any stains
- Conducting veneer repairs as necessary
- Polishing or refinishing surfaces to enhance their appearance
