Why is a sideboard called a sideboard?

A sideboard is nearly the same thing as a buffet , but slightly shorter. Standing against a wall in a dining room, a sideboard’s main function is to supply an easily accessible surface for serving trays, bowls or plates of food.

Sideboards are cabinets with shelves and drawers used to store serving utensils, dinnerware and table linens.

What is the purpose of a sideboard?

The purpose of a sideboard is to provide a place to store and organize items for the home. Often used in dining rooms, sideboards work well for keeping serveware and dinnerware free of dust and hidden when not in use. Some people use sideboards to house entertainment centers, media, games and other odds and ends in living rooms, or place them in entryways to provide places to stash cold-weather accessories, bags and shoes. Explore a large collection of sideboards on 1stDibs.

What is a kitchen sideboard?

A kitchen sideboard is a piece of furniture used for serving food and storing serving dishes and table linens. Kitchen sideboards long and often sit low to the ground. Shop vintage sideboards on 1stDibs.

What can I use instead of a sideboard?

What you can use instead of a sideboard depends on your specific needs. If you're looking for a place to set up buffet spreads when entertaining guests, a console table may be a good option. For storing or displaying items in the dining room, try a bar cabinet, hutch, bookshelf or floating wall shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of dining room furniture.

What is the difference between a buffet and a sideboard?

The terms buffet and sideboard are used interchangeably, although buffets generally have higher legs and stand 34 to 38 inches tall.

What is a sideboard table used for?

A sideboard table is generally used for storing cutlery, napkins and other dining supplies. Sideboards have much in common with credenzas and buffet tables but they are distinct from both of those other kinds of case pieces. Shop a range of antique and vintage sideboards and other storage furniture on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a sideboard and a server?

The difference between a sideboard and a server mostly pertains to usage. A sideboard is a side-table with cabinet doors that is used for serving, most often in a dining room (today, sideboards can sometimes be found in living rooms and foyers). In form, a credenza has much in common with a sideboard. Sideboards have short legs or no legs at all. A server is very slim and is meant to be placed along the dining room wall. It is shorter and takes up less room than a sideboard and is also considered to be more formal than a sideboard — a sideboard might offer a surface to serve dinner, whereas a server might best be used to serve dessert. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary sideboards and servers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a sideboard and a hutch?

The difference between a sideboard and a hutch is that a sideboard is a side table with cabinet doors that was originally used for serving, most often in a dining room (now, you might find a sideboard in a foyer or living room). A hutch is essentially a storage piece made of two parts — there is a set of shelves or cabinets on top of a lower unit, which features a counter and either cabinets or a set of drawers. In form, a credenza has much in common with a sideboard. A hutch might be of help in serving tea or other beverages, but it is more of a case piece than it is a piece of furniture that is used for serving. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary sideboards and hutches from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

Should a sideboard be taller than a table?

Yes, a sideboard should generally be taller than a dining table in the same space. Look for a sideboard that is about four to six inches taller than the dining tabletop. The shortest pieces you should consider are those of equal height to the table. If your sideboard is shorter than the dining table, your room may look out of proportion. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sideboards.

How tall should a sideboard be in a living room?

How 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.

Can you use a sideboard as a TV stand?

Yes, you can generally use a sideboard as a TV stand. If you plan to rest the TV on the top of a sideboard, double-check that its weight capacity is great enough to support the weight of the television safely. You may also want to drill the back of the sideboard to add holes for the cords and cables that connect the components of your home theater system. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sideboards.

What’s the difference between a buffet and a sideboard?

The main difference between a buffet and a sideboard is that a buffet is usually slightly taller than a sideboard. However, both types of tables are typically found in the dining room and both serve the same function as a place to put serving dishes.

What is the difference between a buffet table and a sideboard?

Buffet tables and sideboards are both types of cabinet furniture. Though often used as a synonym for “sideboard,” a buffet technically possesses a tiered or shelved superstructure for displaying decorative kitchenware. The term derives from buffet à deux corps, a piece which is seen mostly in French Provincial furniture. A sideboard is a side-table with cabinet doors that is used for serving, most often in a dining room. In form, a credenza has much in common with a sideboard (it's not uncommon to find a sideboard in a foyer, however). Find a wide range of mid-century modern buffets and sideboards on 1stDibs.

How long should a sideboard be in a dining room?

How 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.

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Danish Drop Leaf Dining Table

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Light Blue Sideboard

Nyhavn Table

Finn Juhl Nyhavn Desk

Eames Sideboard

Brande Mobelindustri

Computer Desk

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Danish Art Deco 1930s Sideboard by Fritz Hansen

H 33.5 in W 71 in D 17.5 in

HP Hansen rosewood sideboard

By H.P. Hansen

Located in PARIS, FR

Rosewood sideboard, designed by Hans Peter Hansen for H.P Hansen Møbelindustri , in the 1960's

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

HP Hansen rosewood sideboard

H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in

Rosewood sideboard by Severin Hansen by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, 1960's

By Severin Hansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Severin Hansen Jr. rosewood credenza, c1960, Denmark. This piece features a spacious interior with

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood sideboard by Severin Hansen by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, 1960's

H 32.5 in W 79 in D 20 in

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Sideboard by H.P. Hansen

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stunning long vintage modern sideboard features unique recessed chrome pulls and sculpted

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Sideboard by H.P. Hansen

H 32 in W 19.5 in D 92.5 in

Danish Sideboard in Teak by Bruno Hansen with Colored Drawers

By Bruno Hansen

Located in Hellouw, NL

Impressive Danish sideboard in teak by Bruno Hansen. This Sideboard has tambour doors with four

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Danish Sideboard in Teak by Bruno Hansen with Colored Drawers

H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 16.54 in

Sideboard Made in Rosewood by Henry Rosengren Hansen From 1960s

By Henry Rosengren Hansen

Located in Lejre, DK

The sideboard is an impressive example of Danish furniture art from the 1960s, where rosewood was

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Sideboard Made in Rosewood by Henry Rosengren Hansen From 1960s

H 31.7 in W 82.68 in D 19.69 in

Rosewood Sideboard by Henry Rosengren Hansen for NC Møbler

By Henry Rosengren Hansen, NC Möbler

Located in Dorchester, MA

Henry Rosengren Hansen designed this striking rosewood sideboard for NC Møbler. It offers a

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Sideboard by Henry Rosengren Hansen for NC Møbler

H 44.5 in W 70.75 in D 17.75 in

Vintage Danish Rosewood H.P. Hansen Sideboard Buffet

By H.P. Hansen

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid-Century Modern credenza sideboard buffet by H.P. Hansen in rosewood, circa 1960s. Features

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Buffets

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Danish Rosewood H.P. Hansen Sideboard Buffet

H 31.38 in W 47 in D 17.75 in

Henry Rosengren Hansen Sideboard of Rosewood by Brande Møbelfabrik, Denmark

By Brande Møbelfabrik, Henry Rosengren Hansen

Located in Aarhus C, DK

Danish Henry Rosengren Hansen rosewood sideboard with drawers and shelves. It's made in Denmark

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Henry Rosengren Hansen Sideboard of Rosewood by Brande Møbelfabrik, Denmark

H 31.5 in W 94.49 in D 18.51 in

Rosewood Sideboard by Henry Rosengren Hansen for Brande Møbelindustri, Denmark.

By Henry Rosengren Hansen, Brande Møbelindustri

Located in Stockholm, SE

Elegant rosewood sideboard by Henry Rosengren Hansen. Nice details like the joinery of the legs and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Sideboard by Henry Rosengren Hansen for Brande Møbelindustri, Denmark.

H 31.7 in W 94.1 in D 18.51 in

H.P. Hansen Designed Mid-Century Danish Teak Sideboard

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This vintage teak sideboard by HP Hansen combines Mid-Century Modern style with spacious storage

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

H.P. Hansen Designed Mid-Century Danish Teak Sideboard

H 31.25 in W 78.75 in D 20.25 in

Oak Sideboard RY26 by Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler, supplied by Johannes Hansen

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

Beautiful Sideboard in Pale Oak with Rattan doors by Hans J Wegner for Ry Mobler, supplied by

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rattan, Oak

Oak Sideboard RY26 by Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler, supplied by Johannes Hansen

H 31.11 in W 78.75 in D 19.3 in

Very Large Floating Sideboard by Poul Nørreklit for Sigurd Hansen, Denmark 1969

By Poul Nørreklit, Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik

Located in Echt, NL

condition. Designed by Poul Nørreklit in 1969. Manufactured by Sigurd Hansen, Denmark. This sideboard is

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Very Large Floating Sideboard by Poul Nørreklit for Sigurd Hansen, Denmark 1969

H 19.49 in W 194.89 in D 17.72 in

Large Henry Rosengren Hansen Danish Sideboard Wood Scandinavian 60's - G217

By Henry Rosengren Hansen

Located in Lyon, FR

Large Scandinavian sideboard by Danish designer Henry Rosengren Hansen from the 60's for Brande

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Large Henry Rosengren Hansen Danish Sideboard Wood Scandinavian 60's - G217

H 31.5 in W 94.49 in D 18.51 in

Danish Henry Rosengren Hansen for Skovby Rosewood Sideboard Credenza 1960s

By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1, Henry Rosengren Hansen

Located in London, GB

A beautiful Danish Model 65 rosewood sideboard designed by Henry Rosengren Hansen for Skovby

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Henry Rosengren Hansen for Skovby Rosewood Sideboard Credenza 1960s

H 32.49 in W 86.62 in D 18.51 in

Danish Modern Credenza by Rosengren Hansen

By Henry Rosengren Hansen, Brande Møbelindustri

Located in New York, NY

Classic Danish modern sideboard by Brande Mobelindustri for Rosengren Hansen. The credenza features

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Danish Modern Credenza by Rosengren Hansen

H 41.25 in W 78.5 in D 18.5 in

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH304 Saber leg sideboard Danish mid century modern

By Carl Hansen & Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A tall sideboard, model CH304, designed by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen. Teak cabinet with three

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen CH304 Saber leg sideboard Danish mid century modern

H 49.5 in W 66 in D 19 in

Sideboard In Rosewood Designed By Henry R. Hansen, By Brande Factory From 1960s

By Gunni Omann, Omann Jun Møbelfabrik

Located in Lejre, DK

The sideboard in rosewood, designed by Henry Rosengren Hansen and produced by Brande Møbelindustri

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Sideboard In Rosewood Designed By Henry R. Hansen, By Brande Factory From 1960s

H 41.34 in W 88.59 in D 18.51 in

Vintage Mid Century Sideboard Danish Teak Server by Henry Rosengren Hansen for S

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Glorious Mid Century Danish sideboard by Henry Rosengren Hansen for Skovby Mobelfabrik Clean and

Category

Vintage 1960s Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Vintage Mid Century Sideboard Danish Teak Server by Henry Rosengren Hansen for S

H 32 in W 87 in D 18 in

Mid Century Danish Rosewood H.P. Hansen Sideboard, 1960s

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

This sideboard, designed by H.P. Hansen, is an exquisite piece that embodies the union of form and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Mid Century Danish Rosewood H.P. Hansen Sideboard, 1960s

H 34.26 in W 78.75 in D 18.51 in

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Sideboard in Rosewood by Henning Kjaernulf

By Henning Kjærnulf, Bruno Hansen

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Mid-Century Modern scandinavian sideboard in rosewood by Henning Kjaernulf for Bruno Hansen.

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Sideboard in Rosewood by Henning Kjaernulf

H 25.2 in W 59.06 in D 18.51 in

Highbourd Henning Kjaernulf Bruno Hansen Denmark 1960s Mid Century

By Henning Kjærnulf, Bruno Hansen

Located in Berlin, BE

Mid-century highboard designed by Henning Kjaernulf for Bruno Hansen in the 60s. Sideboard with

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Highbourd Henning Kjaernulf Bruno Hansen Denmark 1960s Mid Century

H 17.33 in W 43.31 in D 78.75 in

Danish Modern Hans Wegner Saber Leg Sideboard

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen & Søn

Located in Minneapolis, MN

A superlative example of the Hans Wegner designed CH 304 saber leg sideboard. A piece that

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Beech, Oak, Teak

Danish Modern Hans Wegner Saber Leg Sideboard

H 49.75 in W 66 in D 17.5 in

Danish Mahogany Sideboard, 1940s

Located in ŚWINOUJŚCIE, 32

. Made in Denmark during 1940s. Manufactured by CB Hansens.

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Danish Mahogany Sideboard, 1940s

H 33.86 in W 84.65 in D 22.05 in

Danish Modern Henning Kjærnulf Oak Sideboard

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in San Antonio, TX

Beautifully detailed Danish modern brutalist solid oak sideboard designed by Henning Kjærnulf

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Danish Modern Henning Kjærnulf Oak Sideboard

H 32 in W 97.5 in D 20 in

Hans J Wegner Cabinet in Teak, Johannes Hansen Cabinetmaker, circa 1960

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Fine and rare sideboard designed by Hans Wegner and built by eminent Danish cabinetmaker, Johannes

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Hans J Wegner Cabinet in Teak, Johannes Hansen Cabinetmaker, circa 1960

H 31 in W 51.38 in D 18 in

Tall Danish Modern Henning Kjærnulf Oak Sideboard

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in San Antonio, TX

Beautifully detailed Danish modern brutalist solid oak sideboard designed by Henning Kjærnulf

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Brutalist Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Tall Danish Modern Henning Kjærnulf Oak Sideboard

H 49.25 in W 83.5 in D 19.25 in

Mid-Century Danish Cabinetmaker Sideboard, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Utrecht, NL

has a classic look, recalling the designs created for H.P. Hansen by Arne Vodder, where functionality

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Danish Cabinetmaker Sideboard, Denmark, 1960s

H 43.9 in W 78.75 in D 16.74 in

Mid Century MB Design Rosengren Handsen Teak Sideboard

By Brande Møbelindustri

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Henry Rosengren Hansen for Brande Møbelindustri, Denmark 1960s. The sideboard has four sliding doors and

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Mid Century MB Design Rosengren Handsen Teak Sideboard

H 31 in W 82.75 in D 20.5 in

Arne Vodder Sideboard in Teak with Reversible Doors

By Arne Vodder, Sibast

Located in Waalwijk, NL

sideboard in teak is designed by the Danish designer Arne Vodder. The typical refined Vodder details can be

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Arne Vodder Sideboard in Teak with Reversible Doors

H 31.7 in W 98.23 in D 18.51 in

LOVELY VINTAGE BURR YEW WOOD TWO DRAWER & CUPBOARD SiDEBOARD

Located in GB

two cupboard and drawer sideboard Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers

Category

20th Century English Country Cabinets

Materials

Yew

LOVELY VINTAGE BURR YEW WOOD TWO DRAWER & CUPBOARD SiDEBOARD

H 29.34 in W 36.82 in D 15.95 in

Classic Arne Vodder Sideboard with Top, Model 29A, Reversible Doors, Denmark

By Arne Vodder

Located in Buffalo, NY

. Excellent sideboard in beautifully grained teak wood by Danish designer Arne Vodder. Typical highly refined

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Laminate, Rosewood, Teak

Classic Arne Vodder Sideboard with Top, Model 29A, Reversible Doors, Denmark

H 61.56 in W 99 in D 19 in

Scandinavian Modern Sibast No 11 Sideboard Buffet Arne Vodder for George Tanier

By Arne Vodder, George Tanier, Sibast

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern Sibast No 11 sideboard, buffet, credenza by Arne Vodder for

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak, Lacquer

Scandinavian Modern Sibast No 11 Sideboard Buffet Arne Vodder for George Tanier

H 30.75 in W 53.3 in D 19.5 in

IMPORTANT ANTIQUE MUSEUM QUALITY CLAW & BALL LEATHER PAiNTED HALF MOOD SIDEBOARD

Located in GB

, museum quality, hand painted leather clad trunk sideboard depicting rural scenes with horses Please note

Category

Antique 19th Century European High Victorian Sideboards

Materials

Leather, Oak

IMPORTANT ANTIQUE MUSEUM QUALITY CLAW & BALL LEATHER PAiNTED HALF MOOD SIDEBOARD

H 34.85 in W 46.07 in D 22.84 in

ANTIQUE REGENCY CIRCA 1810 FAUX BOOK CHIFFONIER SiDEBOARD BRASS GALLERY RAIL

Located in GB

circa 1815 Regency Mahogany Brass and Leather chiffonier sideboard with gallery rail and faux book front

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Sideboards

Materials

Brass

ANTIQUE REGENCY CIRCA 1810 FAUX BOOK CHIFFONIER SiDEBOARD BRASS GALLERY RAIL

H 50.99 in W 42.13 in D 14.18 in

Vico Magistretti Chair „Selene“ by Artemide circa 1969

By Vico Magistretti, Artemide

Located in Wien, AT

: *Vintage Esstisch, Marmor, Granit, Esstisch, Couchtisch, Sideboard, Vintage Marmor Tisch, Travertin Tisch

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Plastic

Vico Magistretti Chair „Selene“ by Artemide circa 1969

H 29.53 in W 21.26 in D 18.71 in

RESTORED DANiSH ARNE VODDER FOR SIBAST MODEL 419 HARDWOOD LEATHER OFFICE CHAIR

By Arne Vodder

Located in GB

particular, are free of sharp edges One of his more notable pieces is a rosewood sideboard with drawers

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

RESTORED DANiSH ARNE VODDER FOR SIBAST MODEL 419 HARDWOOD LEATHER OFFICE CHAIR

H 41.34 in W 30.32 in D 30.52 in

IMPORTANT ANTiQUE WILLIAM IV 1830 3.5 METER WIDE LIBRARY BOOKCASE BRASS GALLERY

Located in GB

Width:- 91.5cm Depth:- 36cm Dimensions x1 middle sideboard bookcase Height:- 107cm Width:- 183.5cm

Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Bookcases

Materials

Brass

IMPORTANT ANTiQUE WILLIAM IV 1830 3.5 METER WIDE LIBRARY BOOKCASE BRASS GALLERY

H 74.22 in W 36.03 in D 14.18 in

PAIR OF HEAVILY CARVED VINTAGE INDIAN HARDWOOD CHESTS OF DRAWERS PART SUiTE

Located in GB

exact price I have listed in total from this range a dressing table, large sideboard and pair of

Category

20th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Hardwood

PAIR OF HEAVILY CARVED VINTAGE INDIAN HARDWOOD CHESTS OF DRAWERS PART SUiTE

H 45.08 in W 36.03 in D 20.08 in

Large Danish Sideboard by HP Hansen

By H.P. Hansen

Located in charmes, FR

Large Scandinavian sideboard from the 1950s by HP Hansen in very good condition, beautiful

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Large Danish Sideboard by HP Hansen

H 33.08 in W 94.49 in D 20.08 in

Danish Teak Sideboard by H. P. Hansen

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Handewitt, DE

Mid-Century Danish sideboard / credenza in teak by H. P. Hansen Denmark. With two sliding doors and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Sideboard by H. P. Hansen

H 29.53 in W 78.75 in D 19.3 in

Midcentury Danish Rosewood Sideboard by Severin Hansen

By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen

Located in Malmo, SE

This rare sideboard by Danish manufacturer Severin Hansen is made out of rosewood and is in

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Midcentury Danish Rosewood Sideboard by Severin Hansen

H 48.82 in W 74.81 in D 20.87 in

Rosengren Hansen Rosewood sideboard

By Henry Rosengren Hansen, Brande Møbelindustri

Located in Armadale, Victoria

An exceptional rosewood sideboard with four sliding doors. The interior is fitted with dovetail

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Rosengren Hansen Rosewood sideboard

H 31.5 in W 94.49 in D 18.51 in

Midcentury Danish Teak Wooden Sideboard by H. P. Hansen

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Handewitt, DE

Midcentury Danish teak wooden sideboard / credenza by H. P. Hansen. Front with two sliding doors

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Danish Teak Wooden Sideboard by H. P. Hansen

H 29.53 in W 78.75 in D 19.3 in

Sideboard Dresser Credenza by Henry Rosengren Hansen

By Henry Rosengren Hansen, Brande Møbelfabrik

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Name: credenza Designer: Henry Rosengren Hansen Manufacturer: Brandt Mobelfabrik Brande

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood, Teak

Sideboard Dresser Credenza by Henry Rosengren Hansen

H 31.11 in W 18.51 in D 114.18 in

Rosewood Sideboard by Henry Rosengren Hansen for Brande Mobelindustrie

By Henry Rosengren Hansen

Located in New York, NY

A Mid-Century Danish Modern rosewood credenza designed by Henry Rosengren Hansen for Brande

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Sideboard by Henry Rosengren Hansen for Brande Mobelindustrie

H 31.75 in W 94 in D 18.5 in

Vintage Sideboard Produced by H.P. Hansen in the 1960s

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Sint Oedenrode, NL

This Danish design sideboard was produced in the 1960s by the Danish company H.P.Hansen

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Vintage Sideboard Produced by H.P. Hansen in the 1960s

H 31.89 in W 96.07 in D 19.69 in

Sideboard by Henry Rosengren Hansen for Brande Møbelindustri

By Henry Rosengren Hansen, Brande Møbelindustri

Located in Vancouver, BC

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Sideboard by Henry Rosengren Hansen for Brande Møbelindustri

H 31.75 in W 94.5 in D 18.5 in

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard / Credenza by H.P. Hansen, 1950s

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This Mid-Century Modern teak sideboard was designed in the 1950s by H.P. Hansen in Denmark. It

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Sideboard / Credenza by H.P. Hansen, 1950s

H 31.5 in W 19.69 in D 98.43 in

Midcentury Danish Tambour Door Teak Low Sideboard by Hans Peter Hansen for Skive

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Warsaw, PL

A Danish teak sideboard designed by Hans Peter Hansen and produced by Skive Mobelfabrik. This

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Danish Tambour Door Teak Low Sideboard by Hans Peter Hansen for Skive

H 32.68 in W 96.07 in D 19.49 in

Bruno Mathsson / Fritz Hansen, Freestanding Sideboard, 1960s

By Fritz Hansen, Bruno Mathsson, Mathsson International

Located in Helsingborg, Skåne

Rare sideboard designed by Bruno Mathsson and manufactured by Fritz Hansen for a very limited time

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Birch

Bruno Mathsson / Fritz Hansen, Freestanding Sideboard, 1960s

H 26.38 in W 43.31 in D 16.54 in

Distinctive Danish Modern Teak and Oak Credenza Designed by Hans Wegner

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Portland, OR

Danish modern credenza / sideboard designed by Hans Wegner. Model CH304. Carl Hansen, maker

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak, Teak

Distinctive Danish Modern Teak and Oak Credenza Designed by Hans Wegner

H 49.5 in W 66.25 in D 17.5 in

Free-Standing Sideboard by Bruno Hansen

By Bruno Hansen

Located in Madrid, ES

A free-standing sideboard ,produced in teak by Bruno Hansen .Reversible sliding doors ,teak

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Free-Standing Sideboard by Bruno Hansen

H 27.56 in D 16.54 in

Vintage Danish Sideboard by H.P. Hansen

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Ranst, VAN

Danish vintage sideboard in teak designed by HP Hansen for HP Hansen møbelindustri, Denmark 1960

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Sideboard by H.P. Hansen

H 33.08 in W 94.49 in D 19.69 in

Henry Rosengren Hansen Sideboard by Brande Møbelindustri

By Henry Rosengren Hansen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Henry Rosengren Hansen sideboard, model 38, in rosewood produced by Brande møbelindustri in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Henry Rosengren Hansen Sideboard by Brande Møbelindustri

Teak sideboard by Severin Hansen by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, 1960's

By Severin Hansen

Located in London, GB

A sideboard designed by Severin Hansen. It was produced in the 1960s in Denmark. Covered with Teak

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Teak sideboard by Severin Hansen by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri, 1960's

H 32.29 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in

Rosengreen Hansen Sideboard

By Henry Rosengren Hansen, Brande Møbelfabrik

Located in Epperstone, Nottinghamshire

Beautiful sideboard in rosewood designed by Henry Rosengreen Hansen for Brande Mobler, 1960 Denmark

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Rosengreen Hansen Sideboard

H 31.5 in W 94.49 in D 18.51 in

Scandinavian Sideboard by H.P. Hansen, Denmark , 1960s

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Ranst, VAN

Danish vintage sideboard in teak designed by HP Hansen for HP Hansen møbelindustri, Denmark 1960

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Sideboard by H.P. Hansen, Denmark , 1960s

H 31.5 in W 86.62 in D 19.69 in

Rosewood Sideboard by Severin Hansen for Haslev

By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri

Located in Little Burstead, Essex

A beautiful long low Scandinavian rosewood sideboard or credenza designed by Severin Hansen for

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Sideboard by Severin Hansen for Haslev

H 32.29 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in

Danish Teak Two Tambour Door Sideboard by Bruno Hansen

By Bruno Hansen

Located in Madrid, ES

An outstanding Danish teak sideboard. Two tambour doors enclosing four varnished and colored

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Two Tambour Door Sideboard by Bruno Hansen

H 28.75 in W 70.87 in D 16.54 in

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Sideboard By Hansen For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal sideboard by hansen for your home. A sideboard by hansen — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a sideboard by hansen — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A sideboard by hansen made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one sideboard by hansen that is appealing in its simplicity, but H.P. Hansen, Henry Rosengren Hansen and Hans J. Wegner produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Sideboard By Hansen?

The average selling price for a sideboard by hansen at 1stDibs is $5,038, while they’re typically $2,179 on the low end and $23,397 for the highest priced.

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.

Questions About Sideboard By Hansen

Why is a sideboard called a sideboard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A sideboard is nearly the same thing as a buffet, but slightly shorter. Standing against a wall in a dining room, a sideboard’s main function is to supply an easily accessible surface for serving trays, bowls or plates of food.
What are sideboards?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Sideboards are cabinets with shelves and drawers used to store serving utensils, dinnerware and table linens.
What is the purpose of a sideboard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
The purpose of a sideboard is to provide a place to store and organize items for the home. Often used in dining rooms, sideboards work well for keeping serveware and dinnerware free of dust and hidden when not in use. Some people use sideboards to house entertainment centers, media, games and other odds and ends in living rooms, or place them in entryways to provide places to stash cold-weather accessories, bags and shoes. Explore a large collection of sideboards on 1stDibs.
What is a kitchen sideboard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A kitchen sideboard is a piece of furniture used for serving food and storing serving dishes and table linens. Kitchen sideboards long and often sit low to the ground. Shop vintage sideboards on 1stDibs.
What can I use instead of a sideboard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
What you can use instead of a sideboard depends on your specific needs. If you're looking for a place to set up buffet spreads when entertaining guests, a console table may be a good option. For storing or displaying items in the dining room, try a bar cabinet, hutch, bookshelf or floating wall shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of dining room furniture.
What is the difference between a buffet and a sideboard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
The terms buffet and sideboard are used interchangeably, although buffets generally have higher legs and stand 34 to 38 inches tall.
What is a sideboard table used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A sideboard table is generally used for storing cutlery, napkins and other dining supplies. Sideboards have much in common with credenzas and buffet tables but they are distinct from both of those other kinds of case pieces. Shop a range of antique and vintage sideboards and other storage furniture on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sideboard and a server?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
The difference between a sideboard and a server mostly pertains to usage. A sideboard is a side-table with cabinet doors that is used for serving, most often in a dining room (today, sideboards can sometimes be found in living rooms and foyers). In form, a credenza has much in common with a sideboard. Sideboards have short legs or no legs at all. A server is very slim and is meant to be placed along the dining room wall. It is shorter and takes up less room than a sideboard and is also considered to be more formal than a sideboard — a sideboard might offer a surface to serve dinner, whereas a server might best be used to serve dessert. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary sideboards and servers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sideboard and a hutch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
The difference between a sideboard and a hutch is that a sideboard is a side table with cabinet doors that was originally used for serving, most often in a dining room (now, you might find a sideboard in a foyer or living room). A hutch is essentially a storage piece made of two parts — there is a set of shelves or cabinets on top of a lower unit, which features a counter and either cabinets or a set of drawers. In form, a credenza has much in common with a sideboard. A hutch might be of help in serving tea or other beverages, but it is more of a case piece than it is a piece of furniture that is used for serving. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary sideboards and hutches from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
Should a sideboard be taller than a table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Yes, a sideboard should generally be taller than a dining table in the same space. Look for a sideboard that is about four to six inches taller than the dining tabletop. The shortest pieces you should consider are those of equal height to the table. If your sideboard is shorter than the dining table, your room may look out of proportion. On 1stDibs, find a variety of sideboards.
How tall should a sideboard be in a living room?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
How 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.
Can you use a sideboard as a TV stand?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
Yes, you can generally use a sideboard as a TV stand. If you plan to rest the TV on the top of a sideboard, double-check that its weight capacity is great enough to support the weight of the television safely. You may also want to drill the back of the sideboard to add holes for the cords and cables that connect the components of your home theater system. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of sideboards.
What’s the difference between a buffet and a sideboard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The main difference between a buffet and a sideboard is that a buffet is usually slightly taller than a sideboard. However, both types of tables are typically found in the dining room and both serve the same function as a place to put serving dishes.
What is the difference between a buffet table and a sideboard?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
Buffet tables and sideboards are both types of cabinet furniture. Though often used as a synonym for “sideboard,” a buffet technically possesses a tiered or shelved superstructure for displaying decorative kitchenware. The term derives from buffet à deux corps, a piece which is seen mostly in French Provincial furniture. A sideboard is a side-table with cabinet doors that is used for serving, most often in a dining room. In form, a credenza has much in common with a sideboard (it's not uncommon to find a sideboard in a foyer, however). Find a wide range of mid-century modern buffets and sideboards on 1stDibs.
How long should a sideboard be in a dining room?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
How 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.

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