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(Above photo - Antique Edwardian sideboard )
Edwardian sideboards can be hard to distinguish from other kinds of antique furniture, requiring one to learn all about them. When Queen Victoria died in 1901, Edward VII became the king of England, ushering in the Edwardian period. It was a brief period that lasted until 1909, just before the onset of the First World War. At that time, there was an unprecedented political and social upheaval that came to the fore through unique furniture designs that had never been seen before. In a way, the Edwardian period coincided with when furniture makers were moving to art deco designs.
How Did Edwardian Sideboards Look?
(Above photo - Edwardian sideboard in mahogany ) One of the unique things about Edwardian sideboards is the departure from the heavy Victorian style and the adoption of a more modern style. Furniture makers combined tastes from past eras with the modern art deco style to produce beautiful sideboards that people crave until today. King Edward VII loved traveling to continental Europe and other places. As he went to and from his journeys, he picked up fashion trends that influenced furniture design at that particular time.
Therefore Edwardian furniture featured a mix of old and new designs, emphasizing lighter colors and designs. The furniture tended to take the form of simple geometric shapes and natural forms like leaves and flowers. Compared to Victorian antiques, the furniture made during the Edwardian period was minimalist. For example, the sideboards had light-colored inlays compared to those from previous periods. In a way, Edwardian sideboards resemble those from previous periods, albeit with lighter embellishment and minimalist design.
Types of Wood in the Edwardian Era
(Above photo - Antique Edwardian sideboard ) The most preferred wood for making Edwardian sideboards is mahogany but without the heavy aesthetic from previous eras. However, the sideboards would sometimes have embellishment of lighter materials like wicker and bamboo. Some furniture makers sought to make a polished look using bird’s-eye maple that produced a light finish. It was not uncommon for a single sideboard to become the center of attraction in a given room. Furniture makers also loved satinwood, which had been introduced earlier in the 19th century. Apart from being used to make beautiful inlays and veneers, satinwood also acted as the perfect painting background.
Where to Place an Edwardian Sideboard
(Above photo - Refined antique Edwardian mahogany sideboard ) There are various places in your home where you can place an Edwardian sideboard, with the first dining room. In that case, you will use the sideboard to store your dinnerware and cutlery. However, a good sideboard plays a more significant role than being functional – it also adds to the esthetic appeal of that particular room. If you get a beautiful, minimalist Edwardian sideboard, it will act as a great center of attraction.
Conclusion
Edwardian sideboards are sought after pieces of furniture that everyone that desires a beautiful home should buy. They are available for sale in antique stores where you may view the items online or instore. Before buying an Edwardian antique, check that it meets the furniture specifications coming from that particular era. An expert assessor can help you reach the right conclusion.
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