What is a lowboy used for?

A lowboy functions primarily as a small side table or dressing table, offering a compact surface with integrated drawers. Historically placed in bedrooms or parlours, these tables hold small personal items, writing materials, or decorative objects.

How do I tell an original from a revival piece?

Original eighteenth-century pieces exhibit period construction methods, timber ageing, and hand-cut joinery specific to their era. Revival pieces from the nineteenth and twentieth centuries often show standardised machine working or later secondary woods beneath the veneer.

Where should I place a console table?

Console tables fit well against walls in entrance halls, living rooms, or dining spaces where floor space is restricted. Their shallow depth allows them to carry lamps, mirrors, or decorative bowls without obstructing walkways.