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.

Does Fendi have sales?

Yes, Fendi is known to hold sales on different items. Sales vary from location to location. For more information, contact your local authorized Fendi retailer. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Fendi apparel and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.

Does Mikimoto have sales?

Yes, the Mikimoto online store sometimes runs sales, especially around Valentine's Day and at the start of the holiday season. Third-party retailers may also discount prices on Mikimoto pieces, and you may find deals on their jewelry year-round on various online platforms. Shop a variety of expertly vetted Mikimoto jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.

When does Fendi go on sale?

Fendi tends to go on sale at the end of the spring/summer and fall/winter seasons to make room for new inventory. At other times of the year, authorized brick-and-mortar retailers and online platforms may offer sale prices on the brand's apparel and accessories. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Fendi.

When is Gucci’s private sale?

Gucci was known to have a private sale twice a year; however, the last known sale happened in 2016. But don’t fret, you can find vintage and contemporary Gucci looks from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.

Does Balenciaga goes on sale?

Yes, Balenciaga boutiques have a couple of sales a year, but that depends on the store and the country in which it’s located. Additionally, Balenciaga’s retail partners often have sales and those sales may or may not include items by the brand. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Balenciaga haute couture from top sellers around the world.

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PAIR OF VINTAGE THEODORE ALEXANDER SILVER LEAF SHERATON DEMI LUNE SIDEBOARDs

By Theodore Alexander

Located in GB

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite pair of

Category

20th Century English Sheraton Sideboards

Materials

Silver Leaf

PAIR OF VINTAGE THEODORE ALEXANDER SILVER LEAF SHERATON DEMI LUNE SIDEBOARDs

H 35.24 in W 50.2 in D 16.3 in

Beautiful Victorian Brown Hardwood Two Tier Whatnot Cupboard on Castors

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this charming brown Mahogany Victorian Whatnot cupboard on

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Sideboards

Materials

Hardwood

Beautiful Victorian Brown Hardwood Two Tier Whatnot Cupboard on Castors

H 41.93 in W 42.33 in D 17.92 in

Very Rare circa 1720 Trunk Chest Coffer on Stand Sideboard Carved Cherub Figures

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare one of a kind circa 1720 Sideboard sized chest

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Antique 1720s English George I Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Very Rare circa 1720 Trunk Chest Coffer on Stand Sideboard Carved Cherub Figures

H 31.5 in W 68.9 in D 27.17 in

Large Georgian Serpentine Sideboard

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

Decoration To Stiles Raised On Square Moulded Legs. Sideboards are of course one of the most functional

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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Large Georgian Serpentine Sideboard

H 36.75 in W 72 in D 28 in

PAIR OF STUNNiNG ANTIQUE ADAMS SHERATON PAINTED DEMI LUNE SIDEBOARD CUPBOARDS

Located in GB

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite pair of

Category

Antique 19th Century English Sheraton Sideboards

Materials

Hardwood, Satinwood

PAIR OF STUNNiNG ANTIQUE ADAMS SHERATON PAINTED DEMI LUNE SIDEBOARD CUPBOARDS

H 36.03 in W 41.93 in D 21.26 in

1950's Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Drexel Sideboard

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Burbank, CA

Vintage original Midcentury Modern credenza for sale. Designed by John Van Koert for Drexel in the

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

1950's Mid-Century Modern John Van Koert Drexel Sideboard

H 32 in W 60 in D 21 in

Danish Vintage Cabinet / Sideboard by Bodil Kjaer

By Bodil Kjaer, E. Pedersen & Søn

Located in London, GB

Bodil Kjaer, seen listed under our other items for sale. Width – 124 cm , 49 inches Depth – 44 cm

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Danish Vintage Cabinet / Sideboard by Bodil Kjaer

H 19.3 in W 48.82 in D 17.33 in

Regency Flame Mahogany Sideboard

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a good quality Regency flame mahogany sideboard, having an arrangement of four drawers

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Regency Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Flame Mahogany Sideboard

H 36.62 in W 78.35 in D 27.56 in

Regency Rosewood Side Cabinet

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

with all items we offer for sale the side cabinet has been inspected by our traditional antique

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Side Cabinet

H 36.25 in W 42.25 in D 14.25 in

Vintage Walnut Sideboard / Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

sale. Width – 153 cm , 60 inches Depth – 45 cm , 17 inches Height – 76 cm , 30 inches

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Walnut Sideboard / Chest of Drawers

H 29.93 in W 60.24 in D 17.72 in

1960s Sideboard La Permanente Mobili Cantù in Veneered Rosewood with Maple Inlay

Located in Vigonza, Padua

global vision of the furniture production of the Cantù context, encouraging its sale, but not only. It

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

1960s Sideboard La Permanente Mobili Cantù in Veneered Rosewood with Maple Inlay

H 68.9 in W 98.43 in D 19.69 in

FINE LIBERTY'S COTSWOLD ART DECO OAK CARVED SiDEBOARD CIRCA 1920 PART OF A SUITE

By Liberty of London

Located in GB

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1920’s

Category

Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Oak

FINE LIBERTY'S COTSWOLD ART DECO OAK CARVED SiDEBOARD CIRCA 1920 PART OF A SUITE

H 40.36 in W 56.3 in D 20.87 in

Victorian Marble Topped Serpentine Fronted Verni Martin Painted Carved Sideboard

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime Victorian circa 1860 walnut serpentine sideboard

Category

Antique 1860s English High Victorian Sideboards

Materials

Marble

Victorian Marble Topped Serpentine Fronted Verni Martin Painted Carved Sideboard

H 39.57 in W 59.65 in D 21.86 in

UNIQUE SiDEBOARD WITH STERLING SILVER "HUMAN ACTIVITIES" PANELS & ITALIAN MARBLE

Located in GB

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very decorative

Category

Early 2000s English Victorian Sideboards

Materials

Marble, Silver

UNIQUE SiDEBOARD WITH STERLING SILVER "HUMAN ACTIVITIES" PANELS & ITALIAN MARBLE

H 43.9 in W 53.35 in D 22.64 in

20th Century, English Edwardian Mahogany Bow Front Sideboard

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is an Edwardian mahogany bow front sideboard, having a drawer to the centre with a

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Early 20th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

20th Century, English Edwardian Mahogany Bow Front Sideboard

H 33.86 in W 41.74 in D 20.87 in

MCM Cork and Wood Sideboard with Mirror by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture

By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl

Located in Chicago, IL

sideboard. We also have a tall dresser and nightstand available from this collection for sale as well

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood, Cork

MCM Cork and Wood Sideboard with Mirror by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture

H 32.5 in W 76 in D 21 in

Quality Antique Walnut Parquetry Inlaid Hardwood Sideboard /Table&Ch Available

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this quality country farmhouse sideboard featuring a parquetry

Category

20th Century English Country Sideboards

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Quality Antique Walnut Parquetry Inlaid Hardwood Sideboard /Table&Ch Available

H 33.86 in W 63 in D 3.94 in

Azadeh Shladovsky custom Sideboard in black grain w/ ebonized metal feet

By Azadeh Shladovsky

Located in Berkey, OH

placed while for sale. The four doors on the front have gentle touch-latch closing mechanisms and the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Azadeh Shladovsky custom Sideboard in black grain w/ ebonized metal feet

H 37 in W 78 in D 19.5 in

American "French Sideboard" Attributable to Duncan Phyfe, New York, circa 1815

By Duncan Phyfe

Located in Miami, FL

Anderson Galleries' sale number 3696 in 1932, and Nancy McClelland's book Phyfe and the English Regency, as

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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sideboards

Materials

Brass

American "French Sideboard" Attributable to Duncan Phyfe, New York, circa 1815

H 43.5 in W 79.5 in D 26 in

19th Century English Mahogany Server

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a good quality 19th century mahogany sideboard with boxwood inlay, having a concave

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Brass

19th Century English Mahogany Server

H 33.47 in W 58.27 in D 26.38 in

19th Century English Victorian Ebonised Credenza

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a Victorian inlaid ebonised credenza, with decorative brass mounts throughout, the

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Sideboards

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century English Victorian Ebonised Credenza

H 55.12 in W 59.06 in D 14.97 in

STUNNING HAND PAINTED VENETIAN SiDEBOARD WITH BUILT IN FRIDGE & FITTED DRAWERS

Located in GB

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, custom

Category

20th Century English Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Mirror

STUNNING HAND PAINTED VENETIAN SiDEBOARD WITH BUILT IN FRIDGE & FITTED DRAWERS

H 38.39 in W 49.22 in D 24.22 in

Ralph Lauren Sideboard Console Slate Stone Door and Shelves Rare Luxury Timber

By Ralph Lauren

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this new ex-showroom stock Ralph Lauren light luxury hardwood

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sideboards

Materials

Slate

Ralph Lauren Sideboard Console Slate Stone Door and Shelves Rare Luxury Timber

H 32.49 in W 79.93 in D 20.48 in

19th Century English Victorian Flame Mahogany Serpentine Sideboard

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a good quality 19th century flame mahogany and inlaid serpentine sideboard, having a

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century English Victorian Flame Mahogany Serpentine Sideboard

H 40 in W 60.5 in D 24.5 in

Impressive Ralph Lauren Sideboard Console Slate Stone Door and Shelves Redwood

By Ralph Lauren

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this ex showroom stock Ralph Lauren RRP £14,000 light Rosewood

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sideboards

Materials

Slate

Impressive Ralph Lauren Sideboard Console Slate Stone Door and Shelves Redwood

H 32.49 in W 79.93 in D 20.48 in

Exquisite Gothic Revival circa 1860 Hand Carved Sideboard Must See Pictures

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare and highly collectable, circa 1860 Gothic revival

Category

Antique 1860s English Gothic Revival Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Exquisite Gothic Revival circa 1860 Hand Carved Sideboard Must See Pictures

H 37.6 in W 49.61 in D 22.64 in

19th Century Regency Mahogany Serving Table/Sideboard

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a good quality Regency Mahogany serving table, with a single fitted drawer, standing on

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Regency Mahogany Serving Table/Sideboard

H 49.25 in W 66 in D 29 in

Ralph Lauren Brook Street Chest of Drawers Sideboard Alligator Leather

By Ralph Lauren

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite RRP £27,895 Ralph Lauren Brook Street Alligator

Category

20th Century American American Classical Sideboards

Materials

Leather

Ralph Lauren Brook Street Chest of Drawers Sideboard Alligator Leather

H 35.63 in W 110.63 in D 21.07 in

19th Century Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Sideboard

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a fine quality early Victorian mahogany and marquetry inlaid sideboard of large

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Sideboard

H 45.5 in W 73.5 in D 22.5 in

19th Century English Victorian Figured Walnut and Marquetry Credenza

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a good quality 19th century Victorian figured walnut and marquetry credenza, being

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Sideboards

Materials

Walnut

19th Century English Victorian Figured Walnut and Marquetry Credenza

H 42.75 in W 58.5 in D 17.25 in

Outstanding Antique Edwardian Mahogany Sideboard by Goodall of Manchester

Located in Suffolk, GB

wallpaper manufacturer named Heighway, of 53 Oxford Street, Northenden and Sale, to become Goodall, Lamb and

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Outstanding Antique Edwardian Mahogany Sideboard by Goodall of Manchester

H 44.89 in W 84.06 in D 24.81 in

18th Century George III Mahogany Sideboard

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a good quality George III mahogany sideboard. The sideboard has three drawers across

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century George III Mahogany Sideboard

H 37 in W 65.75 in D 23.5 in

Large & Heavy Solid Cherrywood Multiyork Sideboard Cupboard with Six Drawers

By Multiyork

Located in GB

We ar delighted to offer for sale this stunning, hand made in England from solid Cherrywood

Category

20th Century English Country Sideboards

Materials

Cherry

Large & Heavy Solid Cherrywood Multiyork Sideboard Cupboard with Six Drawers

H 36.03 in W 68.12 in D 19.69 in

Umberto Asnago for Medea Mobilidea Sideboard with Drawers

By Umberto Asnago, Medea, Mobilidea

Located in Miami, FL

Umberto Asnago for Medea Mobilidea Sideboard with Drawers Offered for sale is an Italian sideboard

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Umberto Asnago for Medea Mobilidea Sideboard with Drawers

H 35.8 in W 21.6 in D 94.5 in

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

Located in GB

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this extremely important

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 circa 1900 Flamped Hardwood Gilt Bronze Sideboard in the Regency Taste

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique circa 1900 flamed mahogany gilt bronze and

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Egyptian Revival Sideboards

Materials

Hardwood

Antique circa 1900 Flamped Hardwood Gilt Bronze Sideboard in the Regency Taste

H 33.47 in W 34.26 in D 16.34 in

Lovely Vintage Hungarian Hand Painted and Antiqued Sideboard with Drawers

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice made in Hungry hand painted and antiqued

Category

20th Century Hungarian Country Sideboards

Materials

Pine

Lovely Vintage Hungarian Hand Painted and Antiqued Sideboard with Drawers

H 30.52 in W 68.51 in D 18.51 in

ANTIQUE REGENCY CIRCA 1810 FAUX BOOK CHIFFONIER SiDEBOARD BRASS GALLERY RAIL

Located in GB

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning original

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

Burr Walnut Sideboard TV Stand Drawers Designed to House Computer Part of Suite

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning burr walnut sideboard cabinet with drawers on

Category

20th Century English Modern Sideboards

Materials

Walnut

Burr Walnut Sideboard TV Stand Drawers Designed to House Computer Part of Suite

H 25.6 in W 47.25 in D 16.74 in

William IV circa 1830 Cuban Hardwood Ornately Cared Sideboard Wine Cellar

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime circa 1830 William IV Cuban mahogany wine cellar

Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Sideboards

Materials

Hardwood

William IV circa 1830 Cuban Hardwood Ornately Cared Sideboard Wine Cellar

H 41.15 in W 60.04 in D 22.45 in

Viscountess Boyd's Ince Castle Rare George III Hardwood Sideboard Chippendale

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare George III mahogany sideboard from Ince Castle

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Hardwood

Viscountess Boyd's Ince Castle Rare George III Hardwood Sideboard Chippendale

H 36.62 in W 64.97 in D 30.52 in

Original 1790 Georgian Irish Hardwood Sideboard with Brass Gallery Lion Handles

Located in GB

Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this rare original

Category

Antique 1790s Irish Georgian Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Original 1790 Georgian Irish Hardwood Sideboard with Brass Gallery Lion Handles

H 52.96 in W 72.45 in D 22.45 in

Pair of Regency-style sideboards in molded oak and marble

Located in Paris, FR

This imposing and beautiful pair of sideboards is part of a rare and important Regency-style dining

Category

Vintage 1920s French Regency Buffets

Materials

Oak

Pair of Regency-style sideboards in molded oak and marble

H 70.08 in W 63.39 in D 22.45 in

Antique Pair of Full Restored Howard & Son's Console Table Sideboards Stamped

By Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning extremely rare pair of original, fully restored

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Console Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Pair of Full Restored Howard & Son's Console Table Sideboards Stamped

H 36.23 in W 48.04 in D 21.66 in

Colonial Furniture: The Superb Collection of the late Howard Reifsnyder, 1st Ed

Located in valatie, NY

illustrations. Issued in conjunction with a sale of colonial furniture once owned by Philadelphian Howard

Category

Vintage 1920s American Books

Materials

Paper

Colonial Furniture: The Superb Collection of the late Howard Reifsnyder, 1st Ed

H 11 in W 7.75 in D 1 in

Mid 19th Century Burr Oak Buffet Cupboard

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

. Generally antique buffets were made to stand alongside sideboards and serving tables on the walls of a

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Buffets

Materials

Oak

Mid 19th Century Burr Oak Buffet Cupboard

H 60 in W 54.5 in D 21 in

Rengency-style dining table, 9 chairs and 2 armchairs

Located in Paris, FR

of 260cm (with the 4 extensions). This set is for sale on our website and also includes: - a pair of

Category

Antique 1890s French Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Rengency-style dining table, 9 chairs and 2 armchairs

H 27.96 in W 63 in D 51.19 in

Pair of Regency-style display cabinet

Located in Paris, FR

set in molded, carved oak with curved sides. It served as a silver cabinet. This set is for sale on

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Vintage 1920s French Regency Vitrines

Materials

Oak

Pair of Regency-style display cabinet

H 72.84 in W 46.07 in D 16.54 in

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Stamped Musterring Oberfl Behandlung Bookcase

By Musterring International

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Musterring Oberfl Behandlung library

Category

20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Stamped Musterring Oberfl Behandlung Bookcase

H 61.42 in W 39.38 in D 10.24 in

SALE! Fabulously Sleek Console Table or Server in the Chinese Chippendale Style

Located in Westport, CT

Fabulously sleek console table or server/sideboard in the Chinese Chippendale style. A fine console table or buffet server in the Chinese Chippendale style, featuring a figured lacqu...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Sideboards

Materials

Bentwood

SALE! Fabulously Sleek Console Table or Server in the Chinese Chippendale Style

H 30 in W 53.5 in D 19 in

A Federal mahogany and inlaid small sized sideboard, T. Howard

Located in Sharon, MA

the sideboard to a card table documented by an 1817 bill of sale to Thomas Howard, Jr. (1774-1833) of

Category

Antique 19th Century American Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

A Federal mahogany and inlaid small sized sideboard, T. Howard

H 40.125 in W 53.125 in D 21.5 in

Paolo Buffa Walnut Server with Scalloped Bottom and Horn Legs

By Paolo Buffa

Located in New York, NY

This Paolo Buffa walnut server is on sale and in stock. Paolo Buffa walnut server with scalloped

Category

20th Century Italian Sideboards

Materials

Walnut

Paolo Buffa Walnut Server with Scalloped Bottom and Horn Legs

H 49 in W 87.5 in D 19.5 in

Swedish Cool Gray Painted Gustavian Style Sideboard

Located in Memphis, TN

for sale. Keep in touch with us here and on IG or even come visit us in Memphis, Tennessee.

Category

Mid-20th Century Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Swedish Cool Gray Painted Gustavian Style Sideboard

H 29.09 in W 59.06 in D 19.69 in

1920s French Colonial Solid Teak Wood Superbly Carved Vanity from a Mansion

Located in Houston, TX

at an unbeatable price for quick sale. A modern sink may be placed on it.

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Vintage 1920s Indian French Provincial Sideboards

Materials

Teak

1920s French Colonial Solid Teak Wood Superbly Carved Vanity from a Mansion

H 38.5 in W 43.5 in D 17 in

Modernist wooden cabinet "Mr. Harry"

By Andrzej Loza

Located in Moorabbin, Victoria

. Studio Loza collection pieces are made to order. This is a SALE item. The offer ends on the 24 February

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Other

Modernist wooden cabinet "Mr. Harry"

H 37.41 in W 78.75 in D 17.72 in

Andre Sornay Private Commission Mid-Century Sideboard in African Mahogany 1959

By Andre Sornay

Located in New York, NY

sideboard comes with its original bill of sale from 1959 when it was privately commissioned from Andre

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Andre Sornay Private Commission Mid-Century Sideboard in African Mahogany 1959

H 36.75 in W 82.75 in D 17.5 in

Antique Art Nouveau Light Oak Sideboard

By Liberty & Co.

Located in Wakefield, GB

Offered for sale is this lovely quality light oak Art Nouveau sideboard or dresser base Solid

Category

Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Art Nouveau Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Antique Art Nouveau Light Oak Sideboard

H 37 in W 54 in D 19 in

Scottish 19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Sideboard

Located in Poling, West Sussex

rich colour and warm patina. It is offered for sale in very good condition, ready to go straight into

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Sideboards

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Scottish 19th Century Victorian Burr Walnut Sideboard

H 53.55 in W 72.05 in D 24.81 in

Edmund Spence for Walpole Coronation Cabinet Chest Mid-Century Modern

By Edmond J. Spence

Located in Dallas, TX

sideboards, tapered legs, sculpted pulls and raised edges give this minimal masterpiece a distinctive profile

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple, Birch, Wood

Edmund Spence for Walpole Coronation Cabinet Chest Mid-Century Modern

H 45 in W 42 in D 20.5 in

On Sale: Paul McCobb Rosewood Sideboard

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Incredibly rare rosewood design by Paul McCobb for Sachs Brothers. Beautiful bookmatched Brazilian rosewood throughout. Finished back. On four elegantly slender legs; chrome pulls.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Sideboards

On Sale: Paul McCobb Rosewood Sideboard

H 32 in W 78 in D 18 in

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Sideboards On Sale For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the sideboards on sale you’re looking for. A sideboards on sale — often made from wood, hardwood and mahogany — can elevate any home. There are 103 variations of the antique or vintage sideboards on sale you’re looking for, while we also have 2 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the sideboards on sale you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A sideboards on sale made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. Ralph Lauren, Dassi Mobili Moderni and Howard & Sons Ltd each produced at least one beautiful sideboards on sale that is worth considering.

How Much is a Sideboards On Sale?

Prices for a sideboards on sale can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $125 and can go as high as $985,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,445.

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 Sideboards On Sale

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.
Does Fendi have sales?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Fendi is known to hold sales on different items. Sales vary from location to location. For more information, contact your local authorized Fendi retailer. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Fendi apparel and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
Does Mikimoto have sales?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, the Mikimoto online store sometimes runs sales, especially around Valentine's Day and at the start of the holiday season. Third-party retailers may also discount prices on Mikimoto pieces, and you may find deals on their jewelry year-round on various online platforms. Shop a variety of expertly vetted Mikimoto jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.
When does Fendi go on sale?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Fendi tends to go on sale at the end of the spring/summer and fall/winter seasons to make room for new inventory. At other times of the year, authorized brick-and-mortar retailers and online platforms may offer sale prices on the brand's apparel and accessories. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Fendi.
When is Gucci’s private sale?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Gucci was known to have a private sale twice a year; however, the last known sale happened in 2016. But don’t fret, you can find vintage and contemporary Gucci looks from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
Does Balenciaga goes on sale?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Balenciaga boutiques have a couple of sales a year, but that depends on the store and the country in which it’s located. Additionally, Balenciaga’s retail partners often have sales and those sales may or may not include items by the brand. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Balenciaga haute couture from top sellers around the world.

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