American quartersawn oak sideboard (buffet), circa 1900–1915. The bow-front case has three drawers across the top, three cabinet doors below with applied scrolled moldings, and a full-width bottom drawer, all with brass bail pulls and strong tiger-flake figure. The center drawer has a fitted, lined silverware tray. The arched backsplash holds a beveled center mirror flanked by two smaller mirrors with oak fretwork overlays, and it rests on carved acanthus scroll supports. The case stands on molded feet, and the back is stenciled "No. 1732." Four original casters are stored in a drawer. | | Condition: | | Mirrors: Cloudiness and streaking on the center mirror. Spotting and some desilvering on the side mirrors. | Top: Light surface wear and scratches consistent with age. | Lined drawer: Fading, stains and a small discolored spot on the lining. | Back: Water stains, marks and a small hole in the back panel. | Hardware: Brass pulls are present. The casters are detached and stored in a drawer. No key shown for the drawer lock. | Dust in the carved details. No major structural damage shows in the photos. | | Dimensions: 60"W x 21"D x 55½"H | | Bidders are responsible for judging condition from the photos provided. This item sells as-is, where-is, with no warranties or guarantees.
Quartersawn Oak Bow-Front Sideboard With Arched Mirrored Backsplash
American quartersawn oak sideboard (buffet), circa 1900–1915. The bow-front case has three drawers across the top, three cabinet doors below with applied scrolled moldings, and a full-width bottom drawer, all with brass bail pulls and strong tiger-flake figure. The center drawer has a fitted, lined silverware tray. The arched backsplash holds a beveled center mirror…
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- Worthington, Ohio, United States (US)