Sold: Fine Georgian Bow Sideboard 18th Century

Name: Fine Georgian Bow Sideboard
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1124894
Price: 1600 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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ObjectSideboards
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Boxwood, Brass
ColourDeep Mahogany
MotifsBow front, Fan inlay, Oval brass drop handles, Square tapered legs

This Georgian bow sideboard is an 18th century piece constructed from deep mahogany with boxwood and satinwood inlays. The piece stands on square tapered legs with spade feet and has a bow-front top finished with a small gallery back, a central drawer flanked by deep side drawers, oval brass drop handles, and fan inlay motifs on the drawer fronts and corners. The sideboard measures 96 cm high, 127 cm wide, and 76 cm deep. In a modern interior, this sideboard functions well as a drinks server in a dining room, living room, or hallway. The strong timber structure provides practical surface space and concealed storage for entertaining essentials.

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Georgian bow front sideboards are defined by their convex curved fronts, introduced during the late 18th century under the influence of designers such as George Hepplewhite and Thomas Sheraton. They typically feature flame mahogany veneers, delicate marquetry or stringing inlays, and slender square tapered legs.

Primary woods predominantly include high-grade imported mahogany, often accented with satinwood, boxwood, or rosewood inlays. Drawer linings and unseen secondary structures were commonly crafted from oak or pine, while brass was standard for handles and keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, oak or pine secondary woods showing hand-planing marks, and period-correct hardware patination. The presence of shrinkage cracks along veneer joints and natural unevenness on drawer bottoms are also common indicators of genuine age.

An antique mahogany sideboard functions well in a dining area, hallway, or living room space. It can be paired with contemporary artwork mounted above the splashback or balanced with modern table lamps to create a visual contrast between historic timber and clean lines.

Preservative care involves regularly dusting with a soft cloth and applying a beeswax polish along the grain two to three times per year. The piece should be positioned away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the wood from warping, cracking, or fading.

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