Black brutalist bar cabinet by Frans Defour, Belgium 1970's

A rare and striking example of belgian brutalist design, this "torino" bar cabinet was created by frans defour in the early 1970s. The dramatic facade features a rhythmic grid of deeply carved circular motifs, creating a bold interplay of shadow and texture. Executed in black-stained oak, the cabinet exudes a strong architectural presence, typical of the brutalist and modernist movements of the time. Inside, a contrasting light oak interior is revealed, featuring clean shelving, a lacquered bottle storage unit, and a mirrored back panel — elements that combine functionality with luxurious details, a hallmark of 1970s bar furniture. The "torino" model perfectly captures the shift between late modernism and early postmodernism, balancing severe geometric abstraction with playful surface treatment. Dxhxw: 46x110x133 cm / 18, 1x43, 3x52, 4 inch.