Sideboards

A curated collection of antique Oriental sideboards from India, China, Tibet, and Mongolia, featuring painted, lacquered, and reclaimed teak designs rich in history and craftsmanship.

Bring depth, colour, and history into your home with our exquisite collection of antique Oriental sideboards — each one a one-of-a-kind piece sourced from India, China, Tibet and Mongolia. These cabinets are rich with cultural heritage, hand-painted detail, and timeworn patinas that speak to centuries of craftsmanship.

Whether you’re drawn to the refined symmetry of a Chinese sideboard, the spiritual symbolism of a Tibetan altar cabinet, or the rustic warmth of a reclaimed Indian teak sideboard, each piece offers both beauty and function — blending effortlessly into contemporary, traditional, or eclectic interiors.

Chinese Lacquer & Painted Sideboards

Chinese antique sideboards often feature black lacquer and red lacquer finishes with elegant gilt motifs and auspicious patterns. Their clean architectural lines complement modern design schemes while the delicate distressing and aged patinas bring warmth and authenticity. Many originate from Shanxi and Shandong provinces, where lacquer artistry flourished between the 18th and early 20th centuries.

Mongolian Painted Long Sideboards

Long Mongolian sideboards are among the most distinctive in this collection. Traditionally used to store ceremonial objects, these painted cabinets feature Buddhist floral patterns, clouds and auspicious symbols rendered in rich reds, greens and ochres. The layered paintwork and softly faded surfaces capture a vivid sense of age, making each one an expressive statement piece for a dining room or hallway.

Tibetan Altar & Dowry Cabinets

Tibetan sideboards once served as Buddhist altar cabinets, often painted with guardian deities, lotus flowers and stylised landscapes. Each altar retains traces of its sacred past and embodies the region’s devotional artistry. Also featured are Indian dowry chests from Rajasthan and Kutch — carved and painted heirloom pieces that bring vibrant storytelling and cultural symbolism into the modern home.

Reclaimed Teak & Rustic Sideboards

For a more organic and understated aesthetic, explore reclaimed teak sideboards crafted from 19th-century architectural timbers. Each piece carries its own narrative — from old haveli door panels to salvaged columns — transformed by skilled artisans into beautiful, functional furniture. Their natural patina and subtle imperfections bring warmth, depth, and soul to contemporary interiors.

Styling Your Antique Sideboard

Use these timeless cabinets to anchor your dining room, hallway, or living area. A painted sideboard can balance a neutral interior, while a dark lacquer Chinese piece adds dramatic contrast beneath a mirror or artwork. Many sideboards also provide generous storage, marrying practicality with sculptural elegance — ensuring that every piece is both beautiful and useful.