Meredew 6-Drawer Sideboard in Teak – United Kingdom, 1960s
Presented here is a beautifully proportioned mid-century sideboard by renowned British manufacturer Meredew, executing a perfect balance between warm organic tones and sharp modernist lines. Visually, the piece is defined by its lustrous, highly figured teak grain that flows continuously across the symmetrical six-drawer facade. The sleek, sculpted crescent metal pull handles provide a distinctive, sweeping visual anchor, while the entire cabinet is elevated on striking, ebonized base legs, giving the piece a lightweight, floating appearance synonymous with progressive 1960s British design.
Historically, Meredew played a pivotal role in the democratization of modernist design in post-war Britain, transitioning from traditional heavy oak to clean, functional, and well-crafted contemporary furniture. Built to endure, this sideboard serves as a prime "Sustainable Heritage" asset. By choosing well-crafted vintage teak over modern, mass-produced alternatives, you are securing a piece of enduring quality that brings immediate historical gravitas and warm minimalism into the contemporary home.
This piece is an exceptional media console or hallway anchor. Its clean, symmetrical profile is perfectly scaled for smaller city apartments or townhouses, offering substantial enclosed storage without dominating the room's footprint.
Condition & Restoration: Restored to conservation standards. The teak surfaces have been carefully cleaned and nourished with traditional oils and waxes to revive the depth of the grain. The drawers run smoothly, and the ebonized legs retain a solid, structurally sound finish with honest historical patina.
Specifications:
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Dimensions: H: 74cm | W: 131cm | D: 46cm
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Material: Teak (Tectona grandis)
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Origin: United Kingdom
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Why Buy This: A highly practical, beautifully aged investment piece that offers exceptional storage utility within a highly sought-after, space-saving mid-century profile.
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Viewing: Request a personal video walk-through of this piece
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Delivery: Dispatched via our specialist antique couriers (blanket-wrapped) directly from our Sudbury, Suffolk showroom.
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Scarcity: One available. Once sold, this specific grain pattern cannot be replicated.
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