Large Vintage 1960s Solid Teak ‘Volnay’ Sideboard by John Herbert for A Younger

A very fine, British, vintage sideboard designed by John Herbert as part of his Volnay range for A Younger in the 1960s, this is the larger of the two sideboard designs he created. Made in solid teak and at almost two metres in width, this is a heavyweight (literally!), substantial piece providing you with a great deal of practical storage across cupboards and drawers. And yet, despite this, it has retains an elegance and femininity with curves at the front edge and end panels. We particularly love the rather over-sized, round handles. Although midcentury, its design feels more traditional than many retro sideboards so it would be at home alongside pieces from different eras, in different styles. A super piece of attributed British midcentury design in exceptional order.

 

Free local delivery / Fast UK delivery / Collection welcome!

£650.00

In stock

SKU: W1002

Description

This original, vintage piece is ‘sold as seen’. It is in very good, used condition. We have checked and cleaned the piece inside, and the exterior surfaces have been fully restored, a process that involved chemically stripping away the original finish (gentler than sanding ensuring the vintage character of the piece isn’t removed entirely), followed by layers of oil and then wax polish for a durable, consistent finish. The two cupboard doors open and close with ease with all hinges and closures in good, working order. Each cupboard as a removable shelf inside and the interiors are clean and tidy with just light signs of use. All four drawers slide with ease, feature dovetail joints and have clean, tidy interiors with only light signs of wear too. The top cutlery drawer is green felt-lined and sectioned. There are very minor knocks and blemishes here and there on the exterior wood in line with its age which we’ve shown in our photos. Overall it’s very well constructed, solid and stable. Sadly the maker’s plate is no longer in place inside the door but this is a well-documented design that we attribute with confidence. We’ve sold several over the years. Do browse our photos for an accurate account of its exceptional order. if you have any queries or would like to view, please get in touch.

Note: this is a large and particularly heavy piece that cannot be dismantled so do bear this in mind when considering access.

Dimensions
H: 80cm – 83cm / W: 198cm / D: 48cm centre – 45cm ends

Delivery
We offer FREE LOCAL DELIVERY within a zone around where we live and work. There is a map on our Delivery page showing the area that we cover ourselves. Please get in touch before purchase for more info.

Alternatively, we can arrange fast, UK mainland delivery with trusted delivery partners who cover most of the country (enquire for Scotland or remote addresses) and are reliable and insured. We have a weekly collection and onward delivery usually follows 1-5 days later. The delivery service we can offer does require a little flexibility as the drivers work to predetermined routes with other delivery obligations, but you would be kept updated. We would recommend you have a quick read of our Delivery Information for the full low-down.

You are also welcome to collect from us either in Haverhill, Suffolk or near Diss, Suffolk and we’re happy to hold pieces after purchase while you consider your options and make collection arrangements.