John Tabraham
Brazilian rosewood credenza for Kallenbach, Johannesburg, South Africa
Furniture, lighting and rugs
LOT 57
John Tabraham
Brazilian rosewood credenza for Kallenbach, Johannesburg, South Africa
Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 8 000 - 10 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 4 984
Auction Catalogue
About this Item
South Africa
Brazilian rosewood credenza for Kallenbach, Johannesburg, South Africa
the rectangular top above two sliding doors enclosing compartments, flanked by an open storage compartment, raised on brushed steel legs
c.1970-1980
height: 57,5cm; width: 137,5cm; depth: 46cm
Notes
Kallenbach was a South African manufacturer operating in Bramley, Johannesburg. They produced high-end Danish-inspired pieces between 1950 and 1970.
John Tabraham designed for them, his pieces are often misattributed to Scandinavian designers because of the style and quality of his work.
*This lot is not suitable for export
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