Roche Bobois sideboard designed by Alain Richard in rosewood, France 1960

The Roche Bobois sideboard, designed by Alain Richard, is meticulously crafted from Rio rosewood, a precious wood renowned for its beauty and durability, with a robust steel base that lends it an elegant yet modern style. Made in France in 1960, at the heart of the Roche Bobois workshops, this piece bears a hallmark attesting to its authenticity and features an original signature plaque, making it a true collector's item for design enthusiasts. Its generous dimensions of 240 cm long, 60 cm wide, and 96 cm high offer ample storage space. It includes four spacious drawers and three doors, perfect for accommodating various objects and accessories, and displays stains and scratches, along with some wood chips, all visible in the photos, attesting to its history and character. Featured in the book Roche Bobois 50 Years of Design, page 25, this sideboard is not only a functional piece of furniture but also a rare find, adding a touch of timeless charm to any interior. Alain Richard (1926–2017) was one of the most influential French designers of the 1950s to 1970s. He is renowned for his design of Orly Airport as well as the Auber and Nanterre-Préfecture RER stations. He received numerous awards, including the Grand Prix at the Milan Triennale in 1954, the Grand Prix at the 1958 Universal Exposition, and the René Gabriel Prize in 1964. Known for his pursuit of perfection, his style is both minimalist and refined. Throughout his career, Richard cultivated a marked preference for the simplicity of colors, forms, and materials. His work is distinguished by unparalleled elegance and impeccable rigor.