18th Century or Earlier German Primitive Cabinet on Sledge Feet with Hand-Forged Hardware

18th-century or earlier German primitive cabinet on sledge feet with hand-forged hardware

A beautifully time-worn primitive cabinet with a strong wabi-sabi presence, raised on distinctive sledge (slipper) feet, a feature often found in earlier vernacular furniture. Built from thick, wide planks with a deep, authentic patina, the surface shows honest age: visible grain, shrinkage lines, old cracks and wear consistent with long use.

The cabinet has two separate doors (upper and lower) with hand-forged iron strap hinges and simple round knobs. At some point the doors were rehung in reverse; we have returned them to their original orientation, so the cabinet presents as intended while preserving its historic character. Inside, a fixed shelf creates two practical storage compartments.

Why we chose this piece

Artisan-made, anonymous and marked by time: exactly the honest character that makes early vernacular furniture so special.

Style and interior

Ideal as a small pantry cupboard, bathroom cabinet or entryway storage in a calm, minimal interior, and at home with primitive, rustic, wabi-sabi, country and folk art pieces.

Dimensions: height 122 cm (48.03 in), width 71 cm (27.95 in), depth 42 cm (16.54 in)
Material: wood and hand-forged iron
Designer/Maker: unknown (vernacular / artisan-made)
Style: primitive, rustic, wabi-sabi, country, folk art
Period: 18th century and earlier
Origin: Germany (Central Europe)
Condition: good antique condition consistent with age and use. Expected surface wear, marks, old splits/cracks, irregularities and patina to the wood and ironwork. The doors were previously rehung and have been returned to the original orientation. Structurally solid and stable. Please review the photos for details.

Price:
€ 795 € 635 – offer of the week, valid until Sunday 15 November 2026

Worldwide shipping is available, professionally packed. Shipping costs are calculated separately based on destination, size and weight.

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