DESCRIPTION
A substantial and impressive early 20th-century mahogany twin-pedestal sideboard in the Adam Revival manner, of unusually generous proportions and with particularly attractive carved neoclassical decoration.
The long breakfront top is surmounted by a raised half-gallery and sits above an arrangement of drawers, including a projecting central drawer. The drawer fronts are decorated with carved floral and scrolling ornament, complemented by reeded detailing and beaded mouldings.
The two pedestal cupboards are each centred by a large panelled door richly decorated with carved neoclassical swags, ribbons and paterae. The whole is raised on boldly carved paw feet, giving the sideboard a particularly strong and architectural appearance.
The mahogany has developed an attractive deep colour and the restrained Adam Revival ornament gives the piece considerably more character than a conventional pedestal sideboard of the period.
A handsome statement piece offering substantial storage and particularly well suited to a large dining room, entrance hall or period interior.
DIMENSIONS
Height: 111 cm
Width: 223 cm
Depth: 70 cm
CONDITION
The sideboard is in good, honest condition overall, with marks, knocks, scratches and wear commensurate with age and use.
There is a noticeable gouge to the top surface, together with the usual minor surface marks and wear associated with a piece of this age. The carved decoration and overall appearance remain very attractive.