A small sideboard in chestnut, early nineteenth century. Chestnut was the workhorse timber of rural furniture production across southern France, Italy, and the Iberian Peninsula — a wood of similar character to oak but with a finer, more open grain that lends itself readily to the simple planed and paneled constructions of provincial cabinetmaking. Pieces in chestnut tend to be honest, functional objects made for working households rather than grand interiors, and the best examples carry an authentic patina — a warm, toasted brown tone with the surface texture of a wood that has been handled and waxed over generations — that is immediately distinguished from later production. This small sideboard is well-proportioned for its modest scale, the format suited to a kitchen, entrance hall, or smaller room. The chestnut has developed a consistent aged patina throughout. A genuine and characterful piece of early-nineteenth-century provincial furniture.
This item is an authentic antique. Due to its age and historical use, signs of wear, surface variation, repairs, and imperfections are to be expected. These characteristics are inherent to antique pieces and contribute to their unique character and authenticity.Upholstery may show wear, subtle fading, texture variation, or irregularities consistent with age and use.Please review all photographs carefully for condition details and contact us prior to purchase with any questions.
Place of Origin: Italy
Period: 19th Century
Dimensions: 48.4"W x 20.9"D x 40.6"H
Inventory Number: AC34
Location: ITA
Price: $ 7500