Vintage WWII Sideboard

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I just have to share with you one of my all time favorite pieces.

I lovingly refer to her as Adrianna, after my dutch great-grandmother whom I've never met, but feel like I've always known. That's how I feel about this sideboard...

She was given to me by my good friend Linda, and I knew immediately that this would be a keeper. You know when you see something and make a connection,
almost like old friends reuniting?

That's how it was for me...a little strange, I know.

Inside the upper drawer was a plate revealing that it was handcrafted by Doernbecher Furniture.
By researching it on the internet, I learned that it was made during WWII,
and was used in hospitals to house medical supplies.

aahhhh...I love pieces that are rich with history!

She was pretty shabby when I got her. I decided to use an Heirloom White, with heavy distressing to compliment her heritage. She then got a lovely walnut glaze and clear coat for protection.

I think she's happy :)