Vintage oak and leather sideboard by Robin Day for Hille, 1948

Hille Mid Century CredenzaA mid-century sideboard designed by Robin Day for Hille. Rarely seen, this sideboard has a blond oak carcass and sliding leather doors covered in cognac. Robin Day is Britain's most famous furniture designer. After winning the Museum of Modern Art's low-cost furniture competition in 1948, he has designed an exceptional and respected range of furniture in a career spanning more than 60 years. A keen understanding of materials and manufacturing processes, coupled with progressive design skills, has created landmarks in furniture design history. His polypropylene chairs are recognized as the best-selling chairs in the world. Robin Day's achievements are not limited to furniture. His industrial, exhibition, graphic and interior designs are highly respected for their individual flair and modernist sensibilities. Along with his wife, textile designer Lucienne Day, the couple is revered and credited with introducing contemporary design to Britain.Dimensions (cm).46 D x 77 H x 183 WCCondition. Some signs of use, but overall in good vintage condition.