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What is the difference between a sideboard and a cabinet?

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What is the difference between a sideboard and a cabinet?
The difference between a sideboard and a cabinet is the specificity of the terms. A cabinet is any piece of furniture that features interior storage space hidden behind one or more doors. On the other hand, a sideboard is a long, low cabinet often used to store tableware and linens in dining rooms. Shop a diverse assortment of sideboards and other cabinets on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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Japanese Antique Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Storage Cabinet Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an antique Japanese black tansu chest, crafted in the Meiji period (1860s–1900s). It is made from sugi (cedar) wood. Its understated and unembellished appearance is precisely...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sideboards

Materials

Cedar

Mid Century Modern Paul Mccobb Style Walnut Long Dresser By Genova Furniture
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Paul Mccobb style walnut & brass vintage 1960 long dresser Gorgeous set that’s in great condition with some minor wear. Dimensions are 72”L x 20” x 33 1/2” H
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Vintage 1960s Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Fluted Sideboard Ft. A Sleek Rounded Rectangular Shape Sotiris Lazou design
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This contemporary sideboard strikes a perfect balance between art and utility. The main cabinet features a sleek lacquered finish and four spacious doors, providing ample, discreet s...
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2010s European Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Art Deco "Amsterdam School" Oak Cabinet with Black Rosewood Accents
By A.F. van der Wey, Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco, ‘Amsterdam School’ Oak Cabinet with black rosewood accents and geometrically decorated glass door. Beautiful oak grain with two large storage cabinets, stacked middle drawe...
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Oak, Rosewood

Antique Victorian American Empire Flame Mahogany Buffet Sideboard Console 62"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique American Empire flame mahogany buffet featuring rectangular form with large central silverware drawer, flanked by drawers over cabinets divided by fluted accents and baluster...
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Antique 19th Century American American Empire Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany, Burl

Antique Renaissance Revival French Server Sideboard Buffet Cabinet Oak 19C
Located in Tyler, TX
SUPERB 19th Century Antique French HIGHLY CARVED Oak Server Sideboard Buffet Cabinet~~ Two drawers with carved double pulls over lower double door cabinet...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Buffets

Materials

Oak

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