Victorian sideboard of excellent quality - antique

Victorian glazed cabinet of excellent quality, with a molded top above a corded frieze and a pair of inlaid and panelled, arched doors surrounding the original sliders, all flanked on each side by a row of ash-lined drawers fitted with original revolving and inlaid knobs, all standing on a shaped plinth base. Gillow embossing on the edge of the doors. This antique cabinet has been carefully restored and is in excellent domestic condition.

Exclusive antique furniture and accessories can be an excellent idea for decorating our interiors. Currently, there is a growing number of enthusiasts for high-quality vintage items that possess a specific character and soul. It’s a nod to history, craftsmanship, and the design of classic and timeless furniture. There are many different styles in antique furniture, each with its distinctive features.

Many styles characterize antique furniture, but a few key ones stand out. Eclectic furniture refers to the 19th century, notably the Biedermeier style. Its early 20th-century variants include neo-Gothic, Gothic, Rococo, Louis Philippe style, and finally the English Victorian style. Toward the end of the century, these styles evolved into pseudo-classicism, Renaissance, and Baroque styles.

Empire-style furniture and accessories date from the late 18th to early 19th century, inspired by Napoleon’s reign. This period emphasized grandeur and references to Roman and Greek ornamentation.

Neoclassical furniture, associated with Louis XVI, also draws heavily from ancient architecture. Noteworthy are antique products in Rococo and Louis XV styles. Baroque, derived from the Portuguese word 'barocco' meaning an irregularly developed pearl, was characterized by highly ornate, luxurious furniture designed to impress with splendor. Materials were selectively chosen to emphasize the opulence of these pieces.

Today, we see how significantly the Baroque style influenced modern classical furniture, which often mirrors the grandeur of the past. The Renaissance style, flourishing in the 15th and 16th centuries, also left a major mark on furniture design. Renaissance furniture was quite heavy and robust, using brown stains, cornices, strong bases, and reliefs. These pieces often featured mythological and classical motifs, with supports and legs shaped like animals, such as lion paws or eagle heads.

Many world-renowned brands reproduce such furniture, inspired by Italian and French creators, as a tribute to the beauty of Renaissance antiques. It’s important to remember that each country had its own approach to furniture making, giving each style a unique character—crucial when selecting elegant antiques for your interior.

The key to prestigious antique furniture is originality. This is ultimately important for buyers, as many forgeries circulate on the market. Luxury Products provides documentation confirming the authenticity of each item, matching the description and photos. We also offer access to art appraisers, historians, and experts from around the world.