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Porcelain Handles for Cabinet and Storage, Furniture Handles, England, 19th
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Storage furniture .
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19th Century English Art Deco Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Metal

Folk Art Painted Storage Chest, Coffee Table
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
desirable piece of free standing storage furniture The chest is 46” long, 23” deep, 16” high AC155.
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Late 19th Century Folk Art Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Pine

Automobile Trunk by Innovation, France, circa 1920
By Innovation
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
. Can be used as various storage furniture according to tastes and needs (shoes, aperitif glasses
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1920s French Industrial Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Canvas, Wood

Cherrywood Dresser Base
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
cabriole legs. A great piece of storage furniture that would prove useful within a hallway or behind a
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19th Century French Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Cherrywood Dresser Base
Cherrywood Dresser Base
H 29.14 in W 70.87 in D 19.69 in
19th Century French Oak and Marble Sideboard
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
an enclosed cupboard. A wonderful piece of storage furniture that would be perfect for a kitchen
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19th Century French Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Oak

Antique 19th Century French Oak and Marble Sideboard
19th Century French Oak and Marble Sideboard
H 38.98 in W 62.21 in D 24.41 in
Swedish Secretaire Cupboard
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
is good. This is a superb piece of storage furniture that will continue to be 'in fashion for many
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Swedish Secretaire Cupboard
Swedish Secretaire Cupboard
H 81.11 in W 45.67 in D 20.08 in
Mahogany Chatol / Commode with Intarsia, Danish Empire Style, 19th Century
Located in Odense, DK
sophistication of Danish craftsmanship from the 1800s. Functional as either a desk or as a storage furniture
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19th Century Danish Art Deco Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Swedish Early 19th Century Buffet
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
storage furniture that will be ideal for a kitchen or hallway.
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19th Century Swedish Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Antique Swedish Early 19th Century Buffet
Swedish Early 19th Century Buffet
H 57.88 in W 53.94 in D 20.87 in
Cabinet in Oak, "Skønvirke" Style, Made by A Danish Cabinetmaker, 1920s
Located in Odense, DK
An exquisite handcrafted cabinet in solid oak - a perfect storage furniture for the living room
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Early 20th Century Danish Jugendstil Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Oak

Large 18th Century Swedish Corner Cabinet
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
supports two wonderfully carved diamond decorations to the doors. To the top are two shelves for storage
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18th Century Swedish Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large 18th Century Swedish Corner Cabinet
Large 18th Century Swedish Corner Cabinet
H 90.16 in W 55.12 in D 38.59 in
Masterpieces from the Museum of Classical Chinese Furniture (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
, chairs, tables, storage furniture, screen, racks and stands, game boards, bowls and boxes, brush pots
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17th Century Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Paper

Chinese Export Secretaire Chest
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
but it is commonly more exotic than we think... This is a fantastic piece of storage furniture
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19th Century English Country Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Chinese Export Secretaire Chest
Chinese Export Secretaire Chest
H 46.07 in W 36.23 in D 20.08 in
19th Century Victorian Rosewood Inlaid Wardrobes Maple&Co 1860
By Maple & Co.
Located in Roma, RM
woodworking and for creating furniture that will be very fashionable not only in England but also in the rest
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1850s English Victorian Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Boxwood, Rosewood

Japanese Antique Black Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1860-1900s WabiSabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is a storage furniture that was used very old in Japan and is called "Kurumanagamochi". It is
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cedar, Pine

Rare 17th Century Baroque Cabinet, South Germany Probably Augsburg, Wunderkammer
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
storage furniture during the 16th and 17th century. Such cabinets were a specialty of the south German
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Late 17th Century German Baroque Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Solid and Carved Portuguese Rosewood Commode with Metal Handles
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
craftsmanship of the time. This antique commode is not only a functional piece of storage furniture but also a
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Mid-18th Century Portuguese Other Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Brass

Century Furniture Contemporary Biedermeier Style Fruitwood Buffet
By Century Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
A proportionate Century Furniture Contemporary Biedermeier Style Fruitwood Buffet in very good
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Early 17th Century American Adam Style Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Brass

Beacon Hill Collection Neo-Classical Style Fruitwood Cabinet by Kaplan Furniture
By Kaplan Furniture
Located in Kennesaw, GA
I love this for two reasons….the attention to detail for which Kaplan Furniture was known, and the
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Lifetime Furniture Jacobean Gothic Spanish Walnut China Cabinet Cupboard
By Lifetime
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Life Time Furniture china cabinet / hutch. Made of walnut featuring Jacobean styling with
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Early 20th Century Jacobean Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Storage cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
24 drawer storage cabinet made of long leaf pine.
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Pine

Storage cabinet
Storage cabinet
H 86.5 in W 47 in D 18 in
Storage Cabinet
Located in Kerepes, HU
depth: 56 cm bottom, 30 cm upper part. Despite its measurements , this piece of furniture still be
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1890s European Renaissance Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Driftwood

Storage Cabinet
Storage Cabinet
H 96.86 in W 53.15 in D 22.05 in
Stunning Baker Furniture Ornate Chinoiserie Lacquered Bar Cabinet on Stand
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Simply stunning, ornate (inside and out), George III Oriental lacquer cabinet by Baker Furniture
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1760s American Chinese Chippendale Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Johnson Furniture Co. Satinwood & Mahogany Marquetry Chifferobe Dresser
By Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
chifferobe dresser by Johnson Furniture Co. offers satinwood and mahogany construction with floral marquetry
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Early 20th Century Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Johnson Furniture Co. French Marquetry Satinwood & Rosewood Sideboard
By Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
French style sideboard by Johnson Furniture Co. offers rosewood and satinwood construction with floral
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Early 20th Century Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood

1930s Rockford Furniture Jacobean Style Handcrafted Secretary Desk
By Rockford National Furniture Company 1
Located in Germantown, MD
Furniture Company. Its rich history, superior construction, and ample storage capacity make it a truly
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Early 20th Century Jacobean Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Brass

Early Baker Furniture Mahogany Hepplewhite Sideboard Buffet, Newly Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous traditional Hepplewhite style mahogany sideboard buffet By Baker Furniture USA
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Early 20th Century American Hepplewhite Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Doehler Metal Furniture Co Adjustable Medical Dental Work Drafting Table
By Doehler Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Doehler Metal Furniture Co adjustable medical dental work drafting table. Item features
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Metal

Lifetime Furniture Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sideboard or Bar Cabinet
By Lifetime
Located in South Bend, IN
Furniture USA, Circa 1900 Quarter sawn oak, with mirrored backsplash, and original hammered copper
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Copper

1920's Walnut Inlaid French Style Server Buffet Sideboard By Rockford Furniture
By Rockford National Furniture Company 1
Located in Long Branch, NJ
​1920's Walnut Inlaid French Style Server Buffet Sideboard By Rockford Furniture Dimensions : 84
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1920s American Louis XV Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Walnut

French Bonnetiere cherry storage cabinet
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
ideally designed to help you. This piece of furniture, certainly created to order, is of high quality. It
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1890s French Louis XV Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Cherry

French Bonnetiere cherry storage cabinet
French Bonnetiere cherry storage cabinet
H 83.47 in W 38.19 in D 23.63 in
Antique Danish Sewing / Storage Cabinet
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Hand crafted cabinet on a carved base with storage compartment up top. Created out of beautiful
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1890s Danish Baroque Revival Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Antique Danish Sewing / Storage Cabinet
Antique Danish Sewing / Storage Cabinet
H 52.5 in W 22.5 in D 13.25 in
English 19th Century Storage Container
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This substantial piece was purchased from a corn merchant and once used for seed & corn storage
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19th Century English Rustic Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Metal

English 19th Century Storage Container
English 19th Century Storage Container
H 45.25 in W 53.25 in D 23.13 in
British 1920s Metal Industrial Pigeon Hole Storage Unit CD Storage
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
An early 20th century industrial pigeon hole storage unit, good size with 48 pigeon holes. The
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Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Metal

Japanese Tansu Chest / Storage, 1920s
By ACC Japan
Located in London, Lambeth
Beautiful patinated wooden small tansu from Japan. Tansu chests are very popular throughout Japan and were originally created as a portable set of drawers. Crafted using Japanese joi...
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1920s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Cherry

Japanese Tansu Chest / Storage, 1920s
Japanese Tansu Chest / Storage, 1920s
H 37.01 in W 14.97 in D 16.54 in
School Sports Storage Locker This Sports locker has 4 storage cupboards
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
School Sports Storage Locker This Sports locker has 4 storage cupboards, each door has air vents
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1910s Art Deco Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Pine

Art Nouveau Sideboard by Limbert Van Raalte Craftsman Furniture
By Limbert Dutch Arts and Crafts Furniture Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Art Nouveau display cabinet by Limbert Van Raalte Craftsman Furniture American, 1920s
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1920s American Art Nouveau Antique Storage Furniture

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Walnut

Italian Wooden Storage Cabinet with Drawers
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Milano, IT
Italian storage cabinet from the early 1900s. The cabinet is made of larch wood, excellent
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Early 1900s Italian Industrial Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Italian Wooden Storage Cabinet with Drawers
Italian Wooden Storage Cabinet with Drawers
H 75.2 in W 44.89 in D 18.9 in
Bedroom Furniture
Located in Cumberland, RI
This beautiful bedroom set consists of 5 pieces that will meet all your wardrobe and dressing needs. With a full length mirror and 2 sets of drawers you can easily keep organized and...
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Early 20th Century Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Bedroom Furniture
Bedroom Furniture
H 74 in W 48 in D 19 in
Danish Louis XVI Pedestal Storage Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
A Danish Louis XVI mahogany pedestal storage cabinet, circa 1790s, with a rectangular stepped top
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Late 18th Century Danish Louis XVI Antique Storage Furniture

Quality Art Deco Rosewood and Burl Walnut 3-Drawer Chest by Irwin Furniture
By Irwin Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
Irwin Furniture (1919-1953); the meticulously crafted chest with book-matched veneered rosewood
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1920s North American Art Deco Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Walnut

Corner Furniture, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Corner furniture 19th Century Beautiful corner furniture from the end of 19th century, with a
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Late 19th Century European Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Corner Furniture, 19th Century
Corner Furniture, 19th Century
H 66.93 in W 27.56 in D 19.69 in
19th Century Cupola Form Wood/Storage Box
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th Century Cupola Wood or Kindling Box. Crafted from Pine in the form of a Cupola with Louvers on all four sides and hinged lift-top for access.
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19th Century Canadian Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique Case Storage Piece with Shelves
Located in New York, NY
An elegant antique case storage piece with top glass shelf and storage shelves, circa early 20th
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Early 20th Century European Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Case Storage Piece with Shelves
Antique Case Storage Piece with Shelves
H 31.44 in W 8.94 in D 6.25 in
Federal Sideboard W/ Wine Storage Drawer
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 19th century Federal sideboard w/ wine storage drawer turned carved legs & brass lion pulls.
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19th Century Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Large Japanese Black Lacquered Storage Chest, 19th Century
Located in Southall, GB
An absolutely stunning large Japanese black lacquered storage chest, 19th century. This chest is
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19th Century Asian Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Painted Pine Cabinet with Storage Bins, circa 1900
Located in Evergreen, CO
Can't you picture this cabinet with storage bins in a small general store? There are four deep bins
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Early 1900s European Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Pine

Kitchen Cabinets, Japanese Antiques, Tansu Storage, Wabi Sabi, Japandi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
furniture was made using the same traditional and advanced techniques used in the production of Japanese
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

A Butterfly Style Storage Chest with Original Patina
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant small coffer features a floating panel top and two drawers sitting above storage area
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Elm

19th Century Chinese Furniture BUFFET
Located in Madrid, ES
19th Century Chinese Furniture XIX CENTURY CHINESE FURNITURE BUFFET ELEGANT CHINESE FURNITURE
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1880s Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Chinese Paneled Storage Cabinet, c. 1650
Located in Chicago, IL
This is an exquisite example of a 17th century square corner cabinet, constructed with masterful mortise and tenon joinery. It features two paneled doors attached with small barrel h...
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Mid-17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Elm

Antique German Baroque Storage Chest
Located in Kastrup, DK
German baroque storage chest or trunk in its original condition. Hand carved in oak with
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17th Century German Baroque Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Iron

 Antique German Baroque Storage Chest
 Antique German Baroque Storage Chest
H 27.96 in W 54.73 in D 26.78 in
Antique Victorian Inlaid Fruitwood Storage Cabinet Sideboard
Located in Bridgeport, CT
" Rare and stunning antique sideboard storage cabinet with one long drawer over two cupboard doors. The
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Fruitwood

19th Century Small Storage Cabinet Made of Palisander Wood
Located in Sofia, BG
Elegant small French storage cabinet. Furniture of high quality made by Palisander, pleasantly
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Palisander

Art Deco Furniture, 1920, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Storage Furniture

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Wood

Art Deco Furniture, 1920, French
Art Deco Furniture, 1920, French
H 56.3 in W 55.12 in D 18.51 in
Art Deco furniture, 1920, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements, (it´s common to see this the old buildings of
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Storage Furniture

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Wood, Paper

Art Deco furniture, 1920, French
Art Deco furniture, 1920, French
H 63 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in
Art Deco furniture, 1920, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
port of Buenos Aires with food, but they returned with furniture, clothes and construction elements
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Wood

Art Deco furniture, 1920, French
Art Deco furniture, 1920, French
H 39.77 in W 35.44 in D 13.39 in
18th Century Continental Storage Chest
Located in New York, NY
18th Century Continental Storage Chest with brass strapwork and studs. Measures: 44" x 21" x 22".
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18th Century French Antique Storage Furniture

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Brass

Fabulous 18th Century Swedish Rococo Tall Display & Storage Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Rococo painted wood display and storage cabinet from the 18th century. This antique
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18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Storage Furniture

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Wood

Antique Pyrography Blanket Storage Chest
Located in Seattle, WA
Antique pyrography blanket storage chest box. From the early 1900s in good vintage condition.
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Early 1900s American Classical Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Oak, Pine

19th Century Rustic Spanish Sideboard Storage Cabinet
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, sideboard storage cabinet you could
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19th Century Spanish Colonial Antique Storage Furniture

Materials

Brass

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Antique Storage Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of antique storage furniture you’re looking for. An item from our selection of antique storage furniture — often made from wood, metal and mahogany — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of antique storage furniture you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of antique storage furniture, those designed in Georgian, Victorian and Louis XVI styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of antique storage furniture that is appealing in its simplicity, but Globe Wernicke, François Linke and Gillows of Lancaster & London produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Storage Furniture?

A piece of antique storage furniture can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,897, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $21,097,188.

Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Antique Storage Furniture
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A piece of furniture is considered an antique if it is at least 100 years old.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Yes, antique furniture is in style. Many people appreciate the beauty and handcrafted character of antique furniture and love the idea of owning pieces with a rich history. Remember that style preferences are nothing if not fluid, meaning what's in one year may not be the next. So, in choosing the furniture you're planning to live with, you should pay less attention to interior design fads than to what speaks to you. That way, you can select pieces that will add long-term character to your home. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    To know if your furniture is antique, look for labels and markings that indicate the maker. From there, you can use trusted online resources to determine when they were active and examine images to try to estimate the age of your piece. Furniture produced 100 years ago or more is antique. You can also have your furniture assessed by an appraiser or antiques dealer to learn about its age. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of antique furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique furniture can be worth quite a lot, particularly if it is in good quality. The rarer the piece, the higher the value.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are a number of factors that can indicate if your antique furniture is valuable. When determining the value of antique furniture, consider its rarity. Additionally, it is important to determine the quality and condition of vintage furniture. If unsure of the value of your vintage furniture, have it appraised.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    To date antique furniture from the UK, first look for identifying markings on the piece. You can then use trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active. From there, you may be able to estimate the year of production by looking at images of other furniture the maker produced. An expert appraiser or antiques dealer can also aid you in the dating process. Find a large selection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Whether antique furniture is making a comeback is a matter of opinion. Many people would argue that antique furniture never faded from fashion, as there have always been individuals who love the idea of owning pieces that have history. Some of the most popular styles for antique furniture include Art Deco, Arts and Crafts, Renaissance Revival, Elizabethan, Gothic Revival, Victorian and Chippendale. Find a large collection of antique furniture from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best finish for antique furniture is a matter of liking. But film finish is recommended by experts as it leaves a thick coat of film on the wood surface which protects wood from water and scratches. Shellac or varnish and water base are commonly used film finishes. Find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage furniture on 1stDibs
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.

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