bowfront
/ˈboʊˌfrʌnt/
adjective
- Having a front that curves outward in a gentle bow shape, typically used to describe furniture such as chests or cabinets.
- The antique shop had a beautiful bowfront chest of drawers from the 18th century.
- She chose a bowfront cabinet for the dining room to add a touch of elegance.
- The bowfront design of the desk gave it a classic, graceful look.
noun
- A piece of furniture, especially a chest or cabinet, with a front that curves outward.
- He inherited a mahogany bowfront from his grandmother.
- The bowfront in the hallway was filled with fine china.
- Collectors often pay high prices for original bowfronts from the Federal period.