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What is a short china cabinet called?

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What is a short china cabinet called?
A low and long piece of freestanding cabinetry that can hold china and other accessories can be called a sideboard or a buffet. Both of these pieces are similar in form and function and sometimes the terms are used interchangeably. When used in the dining room it’s typically called a buffet and in the living room it’s a sideboard. Find an assortment of sideboards and buffets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Two Chinese Qing Dynasty Fruitwood Side Cabinets with Carved Décor, Sold Each
Located in Yonkers, NY
Two Chinese Qing Dynasty period fruitwood stackable side cabinets from the 19th century with carved
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Fruitwood

Emerald Green Chinese Cabinet Inset with Gilt Antique Panels
Located in Chicago, IL
According to the original owner's family, this cabinet was constructed in the 1950s. 19th century
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Vintage 1950s Chinese Sideboards

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Gold Leaf

Georgian Carved Jonathan Charles Flame Mahogany Narrow China Cabinet Breakfront
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Elevate your home décor with this stunning Jonathan Charles display cabinet, a masterpiece of
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20th Century Cabinets

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Fruitwood

Pair Bernhardt Asian Campaign Style Fruitwood Corner Etageres Bookcases
By Bernhardt
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair Bernhardt Furniture Asian Style Fruitwood Corner Etageres Size is 26" wide, 19" deep and 79
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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Bernhardt 3 Piece Modular Asian Lighted Bookcase Wall Unit with China Cabinet
By Bernhardt
Located in Chattanooga, TN
. The left panel of glass on the china cabinet is new, and matches original spec. The right-most cabinet
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Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Qing Dynasty Peach Wood Scholar Cabinet
Located in Kastrup, DK
A Chinese scholar cabinet crafted from exquisite peach wood with a stunning grain. It features a
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

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