Antique White Glass Display Cabinet

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Description

Sideboard with top section dating from around 1950, reworked in white with a visible wooden interior. The clear division into … Read more Sideboard with top section dating from around 1950, reworked in white with a visible wooden interior. The clear division into two sections, the minimalist ornamentation, and the balanced proportions between the solid lower section and the lighter top section create a harmonious, functional overall effect.

Historical Context:
Sideboards of this type emerged around this time as combined storage and work furniture for kitchens and utility rooms. They served to organize the storage of dishes, provisions, and kitchen utensils, with the upper section often intended for lighter, more frequently used items, while the base accommodated larger and heavier objects. The clear division into open, semi-closed, and closed sections reflects the practical needs of structured household management during that era.

Features:
– Combination of a glass-fronted top unit, a row of drawers, and a closed base unit – Interiors left in natural wood, contrasting with the newly finished white exterior

Dimensions in cm:
Width 129 / Depth 57 / Height 182

Design:
The cabinet features a functional design with a restrained layout and clean lines. The horizontal arrangement of the display top, drawer unit, and base follows a logical organizational structure and appears formally cohesive.

Function:
In the past: Storage and organization of dishes, pantry items, and kitchen utensils in the kitchen or pantry. Today: Used as a buffet cabinet, dish cabinet, or storage furniture in the kitchen, dining area, or living room. See less