Sheraton Mahogany Bowfront Sideboard 18th Century

Name: A Fine Small Sheraton Bowfront Mahogany Sideboard, Circa 1795
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1169458
Price: 1650 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectSideboards
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany, Brass, Boxwood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsBowfront curvature, Square tapered legs, Brass gallery rail, Inlaid stringing
SizeH 91 cm (36 in) x W 118 cm (46 in) x D 61 cm (24 in)

This Sheraton bowfront sideboard dates from the 18th century during the Georgian period and displays mahogany timber with a warm brown colour, crossbanded in tulipwood and decorated with boxwood line inlay. The top holds an original brass gallery rail with turned finials, positioned above a central frieze drawer, a sliding tambour-fronted kneehole cupboard, and two deep cellaret drawers fitted with original brass oval handles and escutcheons. The structure stands on slender square tapered legs finished with spade feet. Practical proportions measuring 91 cm high, 118 cm wide, and 61 cm deep allow this sideboard to serve as a functional storage console in a dining room, hallway, or living space. The piece provides surface display space alongside compartment storage behind its drawers and cupboard doors while maintaining a compact footprint suited to both traditional and contemporary interiors.

FAQs

Originating in the late 18th century, Sheraton style bowfront sideboards feature a gently curved convex front, slender square tapered legs, and refined marquetry or stringing details.

These pieces were constructed primarily from flame mahogany veneers laid over solid oak or pine carcasses, often accented with boxwood inlays and cast brass hardware.

Authentic period pieces typically feature hand-cut dovetail joints, oak-lined drawers, original brass drop-ring handles, and natural age-related shrinkage or patination on the timber.

A Georgian sideboard functions well as a hallway console table or living room storage unit, contrasting structured classicism against contemporary art and minimal lighting.

Keep the timber away from direct sunlight and heat sources, clean surfaces with a soft microfibre cloth, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year.

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A Fine Small Sheraton Bowfront Mahogany Sideboard, Circa 1795

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