The Cannanore Cane-front Sideboard

Period Inspiration

In the warm ateliers of 19th-century Cannanore, where the monsoon winds carried the scent of rattan and wooden shavings, cabinetmakers perfected a craft born of two worlds. This Cane-Front Sideboard stands as a testament to that meeting - an Indo-European hybrid that flourished along the Malabar coast.

Its façade pairs hand-woven cane panels - light, airy, and cool to the touch - with the deep luminescence of seasoned hardwood, the grain of which carries the memory of tropical forests. Above the ventilated doors, a disciplined procession of six narrow drawers reflects the Georgian orderliness favoured in British colonial households, yet softened by South Indian sensibilities of proportion and warmth.

The sideboard’s generous form, resting upon ball-turned feet and supported by stout corner pillars, evokes the practical elegance of a bygone dining room where silver, linens, and daily serving ware required both accessibility and preservation. The cane-fronted doors, a hallmark of Malabar and Travancore cabinetmaking, ensured airflow in tropical heat - an ingenious adaptation that became the signature of the region’s colonial furniture.

Today, this piece remains not only a functional anchor to contemporary dining spaces but also a rare surviving ambassador of the maritime dialogues that shaped furniture culture from Lisbon to Cannanore.

Material – Teak Wood and Cane

Dimensions in Inches:

• Width: 52

• Depth: 17

• Height: 31

Delivery Timeline - Every piece from The Collectors is crafted to order. Production and delivery typically require 4–6 weeks, with occasional extensions reflecting the care, materials, and finishing each object demands.

Customisation – Please email us at hi@thecollectors.in or call at 9886331003, before placing the order, in case you want to customise the wood type, dimensions or polish.

The price mentioned includes all taxes and delivery.

Item code - TCSC06

Please Note:
Product images are for design reference. Each piece is individually handcrafted, and natural variations in finish, leather tone, wood grain, and dimensions are part of its character, which make each piece unique. Photographs will be shared during production for your review. Materials such as fabric, leather, and hardware are subject to availability; suitable choices will be offered for your selection where required.