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Italian Art Deco Walnut and Briar Cabinet, 1940s
Located in Meda, MB
Fine Italian Art Deco cabinet from the 1940s with briar fronts and walnut sides.
The handles are in brass while the profiles are black lacquered.
Top in rare green marble.
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1940s Italian Art Deco Used Sideboards
Materials
Marble, Brass
Sideboard Italian Work Mid-Century Modern
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Lucca, IT
Sideboard Italian work Mid-Century Modern. The sideboard is divided into four parts, three sliding doors, and a part with drawers.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Metal
Early 19th Century American Sheraton Sideboard Attributable to Duncan Phyfe
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Dallas, TX
We have the pleasure to present to you a stunning early 19th century American Sheraton Sideboard by Duncan Phyfe.
Made circa 1810 in New York.
Though unsigned, we have no hesitatio...
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Early 19th Century American Sheraton Used Sideboards
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut, Satinwood, Birch
H 41.2 in W 68.75 in D 24.25 in
Belgian Brutalist Sideboard in Stained Mahogany
Located in Sint-Niklaas, VOV
Sideboard/credenza in stained mahogany, belgium, 1970s.
It's a 4-door beauty made of rich, stained mahogany, and it's a true masterpiece of Belgian Brutalist design. The clean lines...
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1970s Belgian Used Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Unusual large vintage Brutalist panelled cabinet with eglomise mirror glass
Located in Hastings, GB
Unusual large Mexican Brutalist panelled cabinet, with drop-down doors. Covered in deep-set panels with inset eglomise mirror glass pieces and handmade iron pulls. The base is bobbin...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Brutalist Used Sideboards
Materials
Iron
H 32.29 in W 63.78 in D 16.15 in
Art Deco Amsterdamse School Oak Credenza or Sideboard by Fa. Drilling, 1924
By Fa. Drilling
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School credenza or sideboard.
Design by Fa. Drilling Amsterdam.
Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.
Solid oak and macassar ebony base with so...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Used Sideboards
Materials
Macassar, Oak
H 60.24 in W 63.39 in D 20.08 in
1940's James Mont (attrib.), Silvered Wood Sideboard with Painted Interior
By James Mont
Located in Morristown, NJ
Circa. 1940s, a silver-leafed sideboard with a lilac painted interior. This piece has antiqued metal pulls, a two shelf superstructure with upper plate rail over a two door cabinet a...
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1940s American Hollywood Regency Used Sideboards
Materials
Metal
Painted 9 Foot Sideboard, France, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
Charming and generously scaled nine foot sideboard in original ivory paint with lots of patina. Includes four doors and eight drawers with iron hardware. France, 19th century
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19th Century French Used Sideboards
Materials
Iron
Ferdinando Meccani 'Erasmo' Sideboard in Walnut
By Ferdinando Meccani, Meccani Design
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ferdinando Meccani for Meccani Design, 'Erasmo' sideboard, walnut, cherry, smoked glass, Italy, 1972
This exquisite Erasmo credenza, created by the multidisciplinary artist Ferdinan...
Category
1970s Italian Used Sideboards
Materials
Glass, Walnut, Cherry
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet, rattan and bamboo sideboard, France circa 1960s
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in leucate, FR
Beautiful rattan bamboo sideboard by Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet .
Two-door cabinet with intricate wrought iron hinges with original key, two interior shelf.
Thick bamboo legs w...
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1960s French French Provincial Used Sideboards
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 33.08 in W 44.89 in D 18.51 in
French Sideboard in Solid Elm by Skilled Craftsman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sideboard, elm, France, 1970s
Stunning lived-in credenza made in France in the 1970s. This piece contains ample storage space, structured with shelves and four drawers, displaying e...
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1970s French Used Sideboards
Materials
Elm
Midcentury Florence Knoll Cabinet Rare Ash Wood
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful and practical credenza for living or office space. Sliding door with leather pulls reveal two file cabinets, 4 drawers and adjustable shelves. Perfect for your storage need...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Chrome
19th Century English Mahogany & Satinwood Inlaid Sideboard With Knife Boxes
Located in Long Branch, NJ
19th Century English Mahogany & Satinwood Inlaid Sideboard With Knife Boxes
Dimensions : 92" Wide X 68.75" Tall X 27" Deep
This stunning sideboard was made in the late 19th century...
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Late 19th Century British Adam Style Used Sideboards
Materials
Mahogany
H 68.75 in W 92 in D 27 in
18th Century Welsh Dresser
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine 18th century English or welsh oak dresser, having richly molded crest over scalloped fascia, the divided shelves with plate grooves and standing on molded top over three drawers...
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Early 18th Century Welsh Georgian Used Sideboards
Materials
Oak
Spanish Brutalist Sideboard with Sophisticated Carvings in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sideboard, walnut, oak, Spain, 1960s
This large cabinet originates from Spain and stylistically refers to the late 19th century Revival period. The embossed front is characterized ...
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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Highboard by Henry Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Striking highboard in oak with rich carved details. ByHenry Kjærnulf.
Refreshing design with bold Baroque coming together nicely with Mid-Century Modernism.
Made by EG møbler ...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Oak
Charles Flandres Sideboard in Solid Elm and Wrought Iron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Charles Flandres, sideboard, solid elm, wrought iron, France, 1960s
The French cabinetmaker Charles Flandres has crafted this exquisite credenza, seamlessly combining rustic charm w...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Iron
Vittorio Introini for Saporiti Mirrored Wall-Mounted Sideboard
By Vittorio Introini, Saporiti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vittorio Introini for Saporiti, wall-mounted sideboard, polished aluminum, glass, lacquered ash, Italy, 1960s
Exceptional cabinet designed by Vittorio Introini for Saporiti in the ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Aluminum
Italian Sideboard with Grissinato Carvings in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sideboard, walnut, walnut burl, Italy, 1940s
This sideboard, a true gem of Italian Art Deco design, brings a touch of elegance and beauty to one's interior space. The cabinet featur...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Chest of Drawers in Elm by Maison Regain
By Maison Regain
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Maison Regain, sideboard, elm, France, 1970s
A beautiful cabinet or small sideboard created by Maison Regain in the 1970s. This piece is equipped with three drawers. This simplisti...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Elm
French Sideboard in Solid Elm by Skilled Craftsman
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sideboard, elm, France, 1970s
Stunning lived-in sideboard made in France in the 1970s. This piece is comprised of a lower and upper cabinet, displaying elegance and practicality. Th...
Category
1970s French Post-Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Elm
Spanish Brutalist Sideboard with Sophisticated Carvings in Maple
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Credenza, field maple, Spain, 1960s
This large cabinet originates from Spain and stylistically refers to the late 19th century Revival period. The embossed front is characterized b...
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1960s Spanish Brutalist Used Sideboards
Materials
Maple
Model 66 by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik, 1970s
By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
The sideboard designed by IB KOFOD-LARSEN, Model FA66. His work is represented by the Elizabeth chair, and he also left a great product for storage, and this is a typical piece of st...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Oak
Belgian Brutalist Sideboard in Dark Stained Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sideboard or credenza, stained mahogany, Belgium, 1970s.
This cabinet features a clear rhythm and flow established by means of a well-thought-out lay out that is utterly well-balanc...
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1970s Belgian Brutalist Used Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Mid Century Modern Walnut Sideboard from Bytomskie Fabryki Mebli, 1960's
Located in Wroclaw, PL
Sideboard by Slupskie Furniture Factory, 1960's, Poland.
Walnut veneer sideboard has been restored and refinished.
Case raised on solid wooden construction and legs.
Sideboard has 2 ...
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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Metal
H 31.11 in W 70.87 in D 17.72 in
French Vanity in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vanity, oak, brass, France, 1960s
French vanity with large mirror made in oak with beautiful grain and detailing. With the vividly designed fronts and the functional and versatile s...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Roberto Monsani for Acerbis Illuminated Wall Unit
By Roberto Monsani, Acerbis
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roberto Monsani for Acerbis, wall unit, wood and glass, Italy, 1970s
Stunning wall-mounted wall unit by Italian designer Roberto Monsani for Acerbis. This piece of furniture design ...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Glass, Wood
Early Pierre Chapo Large 'R16' Sideboard in Solid Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, sideboard model 'R16', elm, France, design 1966
This piece is one of the early editions designed by Pierre Chapo, known for his hallmark use of solid elmwood and a com...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Elm
Joseph Savina Cabinet with Intricate Carvings in Oak
By Joseph Savina
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Joseph Savina, sideboard, oak, France, 1954
Designed by the Frenchman Joseph Savina, this cabinet is a testament to exquisite craftsmanship and profound artistry. The corpus is soli...
Category
1950s French Used Sideboards
Materials
Oak
Swedish Art Deco High-Legged Cabinet with Carved Doors in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Thysells Möbler, high-legged sideboard, oak, Sweden, 1940s
This elegant sideboard is designed according to the stylistic principles of the so-called Swedish Grace style. The corpus ...
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1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Oak
Maison Regain Sideboard in Solid Elm
By Maison Regain
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Maison Regain, sideboard, solid elm, France, 1970s
Stunning French cabinet executed in solid elm, designed by Maison Regain. The sideboard is sturdy and combines a simplified yet co...
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Elm
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Sideboard in Walnut
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, sideboard, walnut, Italy, 1980s
Giuseppe Rivadossi once again proves his great eye for materialization and technicality that this design i...
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Walnut
Biosca Spanish Sideboard in Stained Pine
By BIOSCA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Biosca, sideboard, stained pine, Spain, 1960s.
Outstanding Spanish sideboard that is executed by Biosca in a beautiful way. The door panels feature a relief surface of graphic carve...
Category
1960s Spanish Brutalist Used Sideboards
Materials
Pine
Paul Evans for Directional 'Deep Relief' Sideboard in Welded Steel
By Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul Evans for Directional, 'PE-42' sideboard, welded steel, painted wood, cleft slate, United States, 1970s
An exceptional design by Paul Evans undeniably breathes artistic excelle...
Category
1970s American Post-Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Slate, Steel
Marc Newson 'Kiss the Future' Storage Unit in Black Molded Polypropylene
By Marc Newson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Marc Newson for W & LT (Wild & Lethal Trash) retail stores, storage unit, part of the 'Kiss the Future' series, rotation molded polypropylene, Australia / Belgium, 1996-1997
Marc N...
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1990s Belgian Post-Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Aluminum
H 76.38 in W 74.81 in D 25.2 in
Gustavo & Vito Latis Wall Unit in Maple and Walnut
By Vito Latis
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gustavo & Vito Latis, highboard or showcase library, maple, walnut, glass, brass, Italy, circa 1960
Beautiful showcase made in Italy in the 1960s. Executed in maple and walnut, this...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Gigi Sabadin Sideboard with Grid Framework in Walnut
By Gigi Sabadin
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gigi Sabadin, sideboard, walnut, wood, glass, Italy, 1970s
An exceptional cabinet designed by Gigi Sabadin showcases a perfect fusion of architectural elegance and natural approach....
Category
1970s Italian Used Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Glass
Poul Cadovius Wall Unit or Room Divider
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Cadovius, open bookshelf or room divider, metal, Denmark, 1960s
This sizable and minimalist shelving unit was designed by Poul Cadovius. This shelving system exists of a thin f...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Metal
George Nakashima Sliding-Door Cabinet in Walnut and Pandanus Cloth
By George Nakashima, George Nakashima Studio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima for Nakashima Studio, sideboard, walnut, pandanus cloth, United States, 1966.
With regard to its essential form, material use, and woodwork, this two-door sliding-...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Walnut
Arne Vodder Sideboard in Teak with Reversible Doors
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Arne Vodder for Sibast Møbler, credenza model 29A, teak, metal, Denmark, 1959
This iconic sideboard in teak is designed by the Danish designer Arne Vodder. The typical refined Vodde...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Metal
Belgian Brutalist Sideboard in Black Lacquered Oak with Graphical Doors
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Belgian sideboard, black lacquered oak, metal, Belgium, 1970s
This grand Belgian sideboard is a real eye-catcher. The sideboard features graphical designed doors that add a wonderfu...
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1970s Belgian Brutalist Used Sideboards
Materials
Metal
H 48.04 in W 45.28 in D 16.93 in
Sculptural Trunk in Black Lacquered Wood with Decorative Carvings
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Trunk or storage unit, lacquered wood, France, 1970s
Crafted with unparalleled artistry, this trunk epitomizes exquisite craftsmanship with meticulously carved details that draw ins...
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1970s French Used Sideboards
Materials
Wood
Sculptural Cabinet in Black Lacquered Wood with Decorative Carvings
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cabinet, lacquered wood, France, 1970s
Crafted with unparalleled artistry, this large cabinet epitomizes exquisite craftsmanship with meticulously carved details that draw inspirati...
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1970s French Used Sideboards
Materials
Wood
Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl Shelving Cabinet in Off-White Fiberglass
By Wilhelm Werndl, Ernest Igl
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl, shelving sideboard, fiberglass, Germany, designed in 1970
A bright and modern cabinet with shelves designed by Ernest Igl for Wilhelm Werndl in the 1...
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1970s German Post-Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Fiberglass
H 65.16 in W 45.67 in D 16.54 in
Luciano Frigerio for Frigerio di Desio Sideboard in Walnut and Brass
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luciano Frigerio for Frigerio di Desio, sideboard, brass, walnut wood, Italy, 1970s
This exquisite sideboard, masterfully crafted by the imaginative Italian designer Luciano Frigeri...
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Luciano Frigerio 'Diamante' Pair of Bed Tables with Cubist Graphic Front
By Luciano Frigerio
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luciano Frigerio, 'Diamante' nightstands, cherry, Italy, 1970s
This remarkable set of nightstands, created by the creative Italian designer Luciano Frigerio, exemplifies the aesthet...
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1970s Italian Brutalist Used Sideboards
Materials
Cherry
H 21.26 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in
Guillerme & Chambron Cabinet 'Thierry' in Oak and Ceramic
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, cabinet, model 'Thierry', oak, France, 1960s
This 'Thierry' case piece is created by Guillerme and Chambron. The design is characterized by a...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
Vittorio Introini for Saporiti Mirrored Sideboard in Polished Aluminum
By Vittorio Introini, Saporiti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vittorio Introini for Saporiti, wall-mounted sideboard, aluminum, glass, Italy, 1960s
Exceptional sideboard designed by Vittorio Introini for Saporiti in the 1960s. The rationalist...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Aluminum
H 15.95 in W 78.94 in D 16.93 in
Gaston Poisson Credenza in Darkened Oak
By Gaston Poisson
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gaston Poisson, credenza, stained oak, France, 1930s.
Sturdy sideboard in oak with graphical door panels. The sideboard is equipped with several shelves and one drawer which provide...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Used Sideboards
Materials
Oak
William Watting for Fristho Sideboard in Teak with White Front
By Fristho, William Watting
Located in Waalwijk, NL
William Watting for Fristho, sideboard, teak, brass, lacquered wood, Netherlands, 1950s.
Elegant sideboard designed by William Watting for Fristho from the fifties. Very slim taper...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Metal, Brass
Biosca Spanish Sideboard in Stained Pine
By BIOSCA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Biosca, sideboard, stained pine, Spain, 1960s.
Outstanding Spanish sideboard that is executed by Biosca in a beautiful way. The door panels feature a relief surface of graphic carve...
Category
1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Pine
Ernesto Valabrega Sideboard in Stained Oak and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega, sideboard, stained oak, brass, Italy, circa 1935
This sideboard by Italian designer Ernesto Valabrega is exemplary for refined, highly detailed and very well-mad...
Category
1930s Italian Art Deco Used Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Luigi Saccardo Sideboard with Dry Bar Model ‘Parentisi’ in Lacquered Wood
By Luigi Saccardo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Saccardo for Arrmat, sideboard with dry bar Model ‘Parentisi’, red lacquered wood, metal, glass, Italy, 1976
The ‘Parentisi’ sideboard with dry bar by Italian designer Luigi S...
Category
1970s Italian Post-Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
H 25.99 in W 97.64 in D 19.69 in
Paolo Buffa Elegant Sideboard in Walnut
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paolo Buffa sideboard, walnut, brass, Italy, circa 1950
An outstanding piece that breathes sophistication and craftsmanship. Designed by Paolo Buffa in the 1950s, this piece clearly...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Angelo Mangiarotti for Sorgente dei Mobili Sideboard in Mahogany
By La Sorgente Dei Mobili, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Angelo Mangiarotti for Sorgente dei Mobili, sideboard, mahogany, grasscloth, Italy, 1960s
This outstanding cabinet, dating back to the 1960s, is a design by Angelo Mangiarotti produ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Grasscloth, Mahogany
Afra Scarpa & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto 'Artona' Sideboard
By Maxalto, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto, sideboard, model 'Artona', walnut, leather, Italy, 1975/1979
Gorgeous sideboard made in walnut and leather and designed by duo Afra and Tobia Scarpa...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Brass
Brutalist Wall-Mounted Cabinet with Graphical Surface
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall-mounted cupboard, wood, aluminum, Belgium, 1970s.
This well-designed cupboard features a modern and clean aesthetics based on two-door panels, each with an exceptional three-d...
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1970s Belgian Brutalist Used Sideboards
Materials
Aluminum
Studio BBPR for Olivetti ‘Spazio’ Sideboard
By Olivetti, Studio BBPR
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Studio BBPR for Olivetti, 'Spazio' sideboard, steel, vinyl, plastic, Italy, ca. 1960
This free-standing ‘Spazio’ sideboard features two sliding doors with a lock. Due to the slopin...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Metal
Spanish Sideboard with Polychromed Doors and Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish Sideboard with Polychromed Doors and Drawers
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Used Sideboards
Materials
Wood
Italian Sideboard with Drawers in Walnut with Brass Handles
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sideboard, walnut, brass, felt, 1950s
Luxurious credenza finished with elegant brass handles. The sideboard has six drawers on each side and two doors in the middle that provide ple...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Sideboards
Materials
Brass
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Used Sideboards For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of used sideboards available for sale. Each of these unique used sideboards was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. Used sideboards have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Used sideboards bearing Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made used sideboards over the years, but those made by Arne Vodder, Ib Kofod-Larsen and Paul McCobb are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Used Sideboards?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,851, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $1,800,000 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 Used Sideboards
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024What 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Yes, 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.
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From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.
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Knoll Florence Sideboard
Mcintosh Vintage Sideboard
Narrow Black Sideboard
Renz Wilhelm
Danish Brutalist Sideboard
E Gomme G Plan
English Pedestal Sideboard
French Country Linen Cabinet
Jacobean Oak Sideboard
Lalique Window
Mccobb Ebonized
Pearsall Brutalist Table
Restoration Hardware Shelf
Vinyl Sideboard
Wood Arch Credenza
Antique Grandfather Clocks 18th Century
Antique Oak Hutch Cabinet
Buffet With Clock