Living Room Sideboard
Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Sideboards
Fruitwood, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Credenzas
Beech, Nutwood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Brass
20th Century British Art Nouveau Table Lamps
Brass
2010s French Floor Lamps
Limestone
2010s French Table Lamps
Limestone
2010s French Table Lamps
Limestone
2010s French Table Lamps
Limestone
2010s French Table Lamps
Limestone
2010s French Table Lamps
Limestone
2010s French Table Lamps
Limestone
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Rattan
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Steel
Antique 1820s British Sideboards
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Sideboards
Goatskin
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Sideboards
Tulipwood
Antique 1760s English George III Sideboards
Hardwood
Vintage 1940s French Sideboards
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Sideboards
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Swedish Sideboards
Teak
2010s Italian Sideboards
Ceramic, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Brass
2010s Italian Sideboards
Wood
2010s Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Marble, Stainless Steel
2010s European Sideboards
Wood
2010s American Modern Sideboards
Wood, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Marble, Stainless Steel
2010s Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Marble, Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Sideboards
Brass
2010s American Modern Sideboards
Wood, Oak
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sideboards
Wood
2010s Portuguese Sideboards
Beech, Oak
2010s American Modern Sideboards
Wood, Walnut
2010s Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Marble, Stainless Steel
2010s American Modern Sideboards
Wood, Teak
2010s Italian Sideboards
Metal
2010s Italian Sideboards
Metal
Mid-20th Century Sideboards
Wood
2010s Italian Sideboards
Wood
2010s Spanish Sideboards
Wood
2010s Italian Sideboards
Wood
2010s Italian Sideboards
Wood
2010s Italian Sideboards
Wood
2010s Italian Sideboards
Wood
Early 20th Century Sideboards
Bronze
2010s Italian Sideboards
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Egyptian Country Sideboards
Oak
2010s Italian Sideboards
Wood
2010s Italian Sideboards
Wood
2010s Italian Sideboards
Wood
2010s Portuguese Sideboards
Lacquer
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Finding the Right sideboards for You
Once simply boards made of wood that were used to support ceremonial dining, sideboards have taken on much greater importance since their modest first appearance. In Italy, the sideboard was basically a credenza, a solid furnishing with cabinet doors. It was initially intended as an integral piece of any dining room where the wealthy gathered for meals in the southern European country.
Later, in England and France, sideboards retained their utilitarian purpose — a place to keep hot water for rinsing silverware and from which to serve cold drinking water — but would evolve into double-bodied structures that allowed for the display of serveware and utensils on open shelves. We would likely call these buffets, as they’re taller than a sideboard. (Trust us — there is an order to all of this!)
The sideboard is often deemed a buffet in the United States, from the French buffet à deux corps, which referred to a storage and display case. However, a buffet technically possesses a tiered or shelved superstructure for displaying attractive kitchenware and certainly makes more sense in the context of buffet dining — abundant meals served for crowds of people.
An antique or vintage sideboard today is a sophisticated and stylish component in sumptuous dining rooms of every shape, size and decor scheme, as well as a statement of its own, showcased in art galleries and museums. Furniture maker and artist Paul Evans, whose work has been the subject of various celebrated museum exhibitions, created ornamented, welded and patinated sideboards for Directional Furniture, collections such as the Cityscape series that speak to his place in revolutionary brutalist furniture design as much as they echo the origins of these sturdy, functional structures centuries ago.
If mid-century modern sideboards are more to your liking than an 18th-century mahogany sideboard with decorative inlays by Hepplewhite, the particularly elegant pieces crafted by designers Hans Wegner, Edward Wormley or Florence Knoll are often sought by today’s collectors.
Whether you have a specific era or style in mind or you’re open to browsing a vast collection to find the right fit, 1stDibs has a variety of antique, new and vintage sideboards to choose from.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023How tall a sideboard should be in a living room varies. Most sideboards are 34 to 36 inches tall. If you're using a sideboard as a television stand, the sideboard should be tall enough to allow the center of the television screen to be at eye level. Otherwise, you can typically choose any size sideboard. Shop a range of sideboards on 1stDibs.
- What is a living room set?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
Living room sets are comprised of several pieces including sofas, loveseats, end tables, coffee tables, and lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023In a living room, a console is a type of table. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Shop a selection of console tables on 1stDibs.
- What is a living room suite?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A living room suite is a set of furniture pieces for the living room. It usually consists of a sofa with two or more matching chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage living room suites on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Both living rooms and family rooms are gathering spaces, but the former tend to be more formal, often used for entertaining company, while the latter tend to be more relaxed and kid-friendly.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best living room furniture is a matter of personal preference. Depending on your needs, you can choose from a variety of furniture types such as sofas, tables, cabinets and so on. Consider the furniture style / origin of the furniture’s design, the space you are working with, and color of the upholstery as well as your specific needs in order to find the best set of furniture for your budget. Find a collection of antique and vintage living room furniture on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether your lamps should match in your living room is a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer to use matching lamps to tie a room together, while others like to mix and match to liven up spaces and benefit from different types of lighting. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021For a living room, there are many types of chairs that can qualify as “comfortable” depending on individual preferences. When choosing a comfortable chair, consider the seat, which supports your weight, the back, which provides lumbar support, and the arms, which are especially important if you use the chair for long hours. Comfortable chairs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024How long a sideboard should be in a dining room depends on the size of the space and the dimensions of the accompanying dining table. Generally, a dining table should be larger than a sideboard to ensure a balanced look. You also want to ensure that there is at least 24 inches of space between the sideboard and other furnishings to provide enough clearance for walking. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of sideboards.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 16, 2019
At 1stdibs, living room sets cost between $234 and $137,177.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023What kind of chairs you put in a living room is up to you. Many people furnish living rooms with accent chairs, which are crafted with both comfort and style in mind. If you have a desk in your living room, you may want to place a stationary or rolling desk chair in front of it. Since there are no rules for decorating, you're free to use dining chairs, benches and stools for living room seating. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To choose an accent chair for a living room, first measure the floor space available for your chair and the height of the seats of the other furniture in the room. You'll generally want to select a chair that will fit your floor plan and has a seat height that is no more than 4 inches taller or shorter than the other furnishings in the seating area. Next, consider the style and color scheme of your room, looking for chairs that will match. Once you have narrowed down the options, compare materials and prices to select the chair that will suit your preferences, coordinate with the rest of your space and fit your budget. Explore a wide range of accent chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023What big living room chairs are called depends on their style. A chair that has an integrated footrest is a lounge chair or a chaise longue, while one with a tall back that curves in at the top is a wingback chair. Chairs that feature footrests that raise and lower with the touch of a button or pull of a lever are recliners. A chair-and-a-half is an extra-wide living room chair with a deep seat. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of living room chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, a chaise lounge can be used in a living room, provided you have enough space for one. In fact, many people like to be able to stretch out and relax on one while enjoying conversation, reading or watching television in their seating areas. On 1stDibs, find a variety of chaise lounges.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, accent chairs in a living room don't have to match. In fact, you're free to mix and match accent chairs as you see fit. To tie the room together, choose chairs that have something in common, such as color or materials. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, you can use a lounge chair in a living room. In fact, the chairs are especially well-suited to use in living rooms. After all, the purpose of a lounge chair is to allow you to lean back and relax, and many people retire to their living rooms to unwind at the end of the day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Many people call a lounge chair for the living room a chaise longue, meaning "long chair” in French. It's also perfectly acceptable to call a living room chair a lounge chair, as the term doesn't only apply to outdoor furniture. Find a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The best furniture for a small living room depends on the actual size of the room. It’s possible to create a warm and welcoming living room even if it’s modest in size. Experts say that when shopping for living room furniture, you should establish a focal point for the space and then arrange your furniture around it. Make sure guests have enough room to navigate around the furniture. Measure your space carefully when buying what can be the most expensive components: your sofa and chairs. On 1stDibs, you can find a diverse range of plush furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023There is no single best shape of sofa for a living room. To decide which shape is right for your space, consider the layout and the overall style of the room. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of sofas from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Bright colors typically make rooms look bigger.
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