Mid-Century Frystark 'Rhona' sideboard in Burma Teak

Rare Mid-Century 'Rhona' sideboard in Burma Teak by Frystark (SA)

Part of their 'Status' Danish-inspired range, 1960’s.

 

A highly sought-after sideboard. Frystark Furniture is renowned for its beautiful shape and high-quality manufacturing.

 

“Status Range sideboards may be used as room dividers, they look as good from the back as they do from the front” - Frystark Status Range Catalogue.  

 

It has two doors - shelved, that close with a magnet mechanism, a drop-down drinks cabinet (no key) and four drawers. The top drawer is felt-lined with compartments for cutlery.  It has a beautiful book-matched veneer with sculpted recessed drawer pulls.    

 

Dimensions: Length 206cm x Depth 46cm x Height 76cm    

Condition: It is in very good vintage condition, light wear consistent with age and use, it has been meticulously cleaned, lightly refurbished and refinished.  There is slight veneer chip that was repaired on the top edge above the drawer, please refer to photos for more detail. This does not detract from the overall appearance and are commensurate with the piece’s age.

 

Frystark furniture is renowned for its beautiful shape and high-quality manufacturing with a strongly influenced by Mid-Century Modern Danish and European design.

 

“In 1948 two brothers, Derek & Owen Frye, started their furniture manufacturing business. The business grew and in 1959 it acquired country-wide distribution through its merger with G.H. Starck Itd. of Cape Town and their furniture factory in Ndabeni. Known as D and O Frye, Starck & co. Ltd. - shortened for easy reference to the Frystark Group. Frystark was taken over by A.F.C.O.L (Associated Furniture Companies Limited) in 1968 which effectively ended the era of classic Mid-Century Modern Frystark furniture in favor of the more conservative Unita ranges."

 

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Like many Mid-Century pieces, it harmoniously combines sturdy solid wood with a top-grade wood veneer.

 

We try to capture the condition of our items in our photographs as best as possible. Prior to dispatch all items are carefully cleaned and re-coated with danish oil to ensure your item is looking its best when delivered.

 

Prices do not include delivery.

Contact us to arrange to view, discuss collection or if you have any queries.

We deliver locally within Cape Town for a small fee and can accommodate collection by courier or in person.  Collections must be made within 7 days of purchase as we cannot hold furniture for extended periods. 

Please refer to our Shipping Policy

 

As to be expected with vintage items, this item may have minor amounts of wear. All of our items are available to view prior to purchase.

Although all effort is made to lighly refurbish and clean our furniture to best represent their original state, it must be noted that the majority of the items we source date from before 1980’s. For this reason signs of their vintage condition & age might still be visible. We try to point out any visible concerns. 

Please note that all items are described to the best of our ability, we strongly encourage our clients to closely inspect item photos, descriptions, and details before purchasing anything. Please review all images as they are considered part of the item description. We are happy to answer any questions you may have. 

Unfortunately we currently only deliver in Cape Town area, but you are welcome to arrange courier on your side, we can also arrange on your behalf. 

Shipment outside of Cape Town is NOT calculated at check-out and is quoted based on the item's dimensions and or weight.

Unfortunately we can not reserve any items until shipping has been finalized (the item should be purchased and checked out, with payment confirmation received if paid via EFT).

After purchase, we can assist you with costs from our preferred supplier. 

Please note that all items shipped outside of Cape Town are wrapped extensively, we charge a small packaging fee depending on the item, starting cost of R150 per individual item. The cost of wrapping depends on the size of the item. For ALL our items, especially fragile items, i.e. glass and mirrors we recommend professional crating.

 

For fragile items or items that have glass elements we don't recommend shipment and transport outside of Cape Town. 

 

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