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Vintage Low Cabinet by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
This vintage low cabinet was designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe and is believed to have been produced in the 1950s. Its refined design and elegant curved forms capture the distinctive aesthetic of mid-century modernism.
Simple yet sophisticated, its sculptural silhouette brings a timeless elegance that blends effortlessly into a variety of interiors. This is considered to be a relatively rare example among cabinets designed by Braakman.
The cabinet features four drawers and two shelving compartments, each with a removable shelf, providing generous and practical storage. Two keys are included.
With its distinctive presence, the cabinet also works beautifully as an accent piece within a space. The design reflects Pastoe’s characteristic philosophy, where simplicity and functional beauty come together in harmony.
Its timeless design embodies the enduring appeal of vintage furniture, offering a piece to be appreciated for generations.

Dimensions : W 1850 × D 430–550 × H 850 mm
Upper shelf interior : W 540 × D 345 × H 270 mm
Lower shelf interior : W 540 × D 370– × H 280 mm

Cees Braakman
Born in Utrecht in 1917, Cees Braakman began his design career at the age of 17 at Pastoe, where his father worked as a designer. In 1948, he became the company’s director and designer.
In 1947, Braakman traveled to the United States to study design methods and manufacturing processes. He was particularly inspired by the work of Charles and Ray Eames, which had a lasting influence on his approach to design.
After returning to the Netherlands, he continued as director and designer at Pastoe, introducing early modern designs that explored bent plywood techniques, including the SB series of 1950, as well as new collections of modern wooden furniture. Through the development of new furniture lines, he helped establish a fresh identity for the company’s catalog.

At the time, the Netherlands was undergoing large-scale postwar reconstruction influenced by modernist and social housing architecture. Within this context, Braakman designed numerous pieces suited to compact living spaces, combining functionality with a refined modern aesthetic.