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Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870
By S.E. & R. Johnson. Warrington
Located in Miami, FL
A handsome and very well crafted English break-front bookcase or bibliotheque in solid mahogany by
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Carved Mahogany Inverted Break Front Sideboard
Located in Cheshire, GB
Carved mahogany sideboard the large rectangular inverted breakfront top and molded edge above two central drawers with brass tooled handles flanked by arch panel cupboard doors openi...
Category

Early 20th Century British Sideboards

Materials

Wood

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass "Jack Daniels" Fire Extinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
edition prints and originals on canvas. Glass fronted wooden case. Mixed media. French cleat for easy wall
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

Early 19th Century Antique Original Painted Break Down Armoire from Germany
Located in Round Top, TX
manner to "break down" into 2 sections, making it easier to transport and install, all resting on large
Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Paint, Wood

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass" Dom Perignon Compact Edition FireExtinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
fronted wood case. French cleat for easy wall fixing. Due to Covid 19 - fabrications of works created
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass "Cristal" Midi Edition Fire Extinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. Glass fronted wooden case. Mixed media. French cleat for easy wall fixing. Available Sizes: Compact
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass "Chanel Midi Edition Fire Extinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
edition prints and originals on canvas. Glass fronted wooden case. Mixed media. French cleat for easy wall
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass" Chanel Luxury Brand Edition FireExtinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
wood case. We provide a Certificate of Authenticity signed by the artist.
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass" Moet Chandon Compact Edition FireExtinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
fronted wood case. French cleat for easy wall fixing. Due to Covid 19 - fabrications of works created
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass" Moet Chandon Compact Edition FireExtinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
fronted wood case. French cleat for easy wall fixing. Due to Covid 19 - fabrications of works created
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass" Louis Vuitton Luxury Edition Extinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
edition prints and originals on canvas. Glass fronted wooden case. Mixed media. French cleat for easy wall
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal

Long Carved Arts and Crafts Gothic Oak Open Book Case
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
very good condition with a good patina, it does not break down. The book case is 51” high, 71” wide
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass"Veuve Clicquot Midi Edition Fire Extinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
edition prints and originals on canvas. Glass fronted wooden case. Mixed media. French cleat for easy
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass "Dom Perignon" Midi Edition Fire Extinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
edition prints and originals on canvas. Glass fronted wooden case. Mixed media. French cleat for easy wall
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Leaf

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass" YSL Luxury Brand Edition Fire Extinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
edition prints and originals on canvas. Glass fronted wooden case. Mixed media. French cleat for easy wall
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal

"In Case of Emergency Break Glass" Gucci Luxury Brand Edition Fire Extinguisher
By Plastic Jesus
Located in West Hollywood, CA
edition prints and originals on canvas. Glass fronted wooden case. Mixed media. French cleat for easy wall
Category

2010s Pop Art Sculptures

Materials

Metal

French Sideboard in Zebrano
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This box sideboard combines the breaking strength of its three boxes and the delicacy of its
Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wenge, Zebra Wood

French Sideboard in Zebrano
French Sideboard in Zebrano
H 27.56 in W 70.87 in D 17.72 in
Louis Xv Transitional to LouisXvi Tulipwood Parquetry and Marquetry Floral Case
Located in Nashville, TN
a room ) .. The front with four drawers sans traverse ( with out break across the drawers ) of
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Tulipwood

Ledge Console, in Bone White Finish
By Simon Johns
Located in East-Bolton, Quebec
breaking the woods grain, to create patterns of variable depths, according to Johns’ sketch of the rock
Category

2010s Canadian Other Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Ash

Belgian Brutalist Cabinet in Black Lacquered Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
situated on the higher part of the sideboard that breaks up the dark and solid piece.
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Brutalist Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Ledge Floating Console in Bone White by Simon Johns
By Simon Johns
Located in East-Bolton, Quebec
breaking the woods grain, to create patterns of variable depths, according to Johns’ sketch of the rock
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Ash

Ledge Floating Console (73") in Black by Simon Johns
Located in East-Bolton, Quebec
breaking the woods grain, to create patterns of variable depths, according to Johns’ sketch of the rock
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Ash, Glass

Ledge Floating Console (61") in Black by Simon Johns
By Simon Johns
Located in East-Bolton, Quebec
breaking the woods grain, to create patterns of variable depths, according to Johns’ sketch of the rock
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood

Santee Sideboard Cabinet in Walnut
By Greg Mitchell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
markets in Central America and, walking through it during breaks from the shop, one feels instantly
Category

2010s American Anglo-Japanese Credenzas

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Santee Sideboard Cabinet in Walnut
Santee Sideboard Cabinet in Walnut
H 30 in W 50 in D 18 in
Ledge Floating Console (40") in Black Ash by Simon Johns
By Simon Johns
Located in East-Bolton, Quebec
breaking the woods grain, to create patterns of variable depths, according to Johns’ sketch of the rock
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood

Fragmented Minimalist Bookshelf in Stainless Steel
By Objects With Narratives
Located in London, GB
only an illusion of reality. We start from a perfect screen that we break into sharp irregular shards
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Shelves

Materials

Stainless Steel

Caruso Cabinet in Black Ash with Orange Ceramic by Paolo Cappello
By Miniforms, Paolo Cappello
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Then letting vibrations do their thing. Caruso invites you to sit down, take a break, and find again
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

GOOD VIBRATIONS Cabinet in Solid Wood with Shelves Made with CNC machine
By Fratelli Boffi, Ferruccio Laviani
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
modern masterpiece. While it may seem to break away from past aesthetics, the Good Vibrations unit
Category

2010s Italian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Hildo Krop Important Cabinet in Oak, Designed for His Own Home, De Stijl, 1930
By Hildo Krop
Located in The Hague, NL
shelves are added (not included). Interestingly, the design constitutes a radical break with Krop's
Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch De Stijl Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Mirror, Wood

Early Pierre Chapo 'R28' Sideboard in Solid Elm
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
design and construction principles. The R28 sideboard was a break from other pieces designed by Pierre
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Elm

Early Pierre Chapo 'R28' Sideboard in Solid Elm
Early Pierre Chapo 'R28' Sideboard in Solid Elm
H 41.74 in W 89.77 in D 23.63 in
Emilio Lancia Large Sideboard in Walnut Wood Italian Manufacture 1930s
By Emilio Lancia
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
definitive break with Ponti. Lancia continued his career with several prestigious projects.
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Storage Unit by Hessentia in Green Laquered Wood with metal detail
By HESSENTIA, Cornelio Cappellini
Located in Carate, Brianza (MB)
accessories. A brushed bronze metal detail on the external side breaks the patterns creating a play of lights
Category

2010s Italian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Danese Milano Bincan Desk in White Metal by Naoto Fukasawa
By Danese Milano, Naoto Fukasawa
Located in Hicksville, NY
. Fukasawa’s ability to use design to summarise the essential value of objects breaks down all the boundaries
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks

Materials

Metal

Georgian Style Wood & Hogan Burr Walnut Partners Desk Bench-Made in England
Located in North Salem, NY
Solid Brass Lifting Handles on Ends. Top with Recessed Break on User's Side, Matching Tooled Leather
Category

Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Desks

Materials

Brass

Danese Milano Bincan Leggio Book Stand A4 in Black by Naoto Fukasawa
By Danese Milano, Naoto Fukasawa
Located in Hicksville, NY
ability to use design to summarise the essential value of objects breaks down all the boundaries between
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Danese Milano Bincan Leggio Book Stand A5 in Black by Naoto Fukasawa
By Danese Milano, Naoto Fukasawa
Located in Hicksville, NY
ability to use design to summarise the essential value of objects breaks down all the boundaries between
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Danese Milano Bincan Leggio Book Stand A3 in White by Naoto Fukasawa
By Danese Milano, Naoto Fukasawa
Located in Hicksville, NY
ability to use design to summarise the essential value of objects breaks down all the boundaries between
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Circa 1800 Sumlime Hand Painted European Wardrobe or Hall Cupboard in Oak Wood
Located in GB
lock and key which work, its a version which was designed to break down into two pieces for ease of
Category

Antique Early 1800s European George III Cupboards

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Country Armoire in the Norman Style De Bayeux
Located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
close inspection, the lower front right door shows a slight break on the diagonal. It is important to
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

ANTIQUE BURR WALNUT WARDROBE WiTH MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS BUILT IN
Located in GB
stunning to look at, it is functional so will continue to be useful, the main body breaks down into two
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Campaign Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

circa 1800 Sublime Hand Painted European Wardrobe or House Cupboard in Solid Oak
Located in GB
, its a version which was designed to break down into two pieces for ease of transport and installation
Category

Antique Early 1800s European Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

French Neoclassic Style Bleached-Oak Buffet à Deux-Corps, 7.5 Ft. Tall
Located in Atlanta, GA
. This case piece breaks down into two pieces, allowing for easier transport and installation. This mid
Category

Mid-20th Century French Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Sunbreaker Limited Edition Side Cabinet or Nightstand by Laylo Studio
By Laylo Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
Carved antique oak lattice with burnished blue lacquered steel case shown with: 2 drawers
Category

2010s American Cabinets

Materials

Steel, Aluminum, Bronze, Stainless Steel

English Vintage Display & Storage Cabinet w/Carved Iconic Columns
Located in Atlanta, GA
side. A pair of eight-panel glass doors are housed with the upper case, which is fitted with interior
Category

20th Century English Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Low Cabinet with Amber Shargreen Cloisonné Panel by Robert Kuo, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
break from cloisonné to explore the repousse´ technique and now returns to designing cloisonné but in
Category

2010s Cabinets

Materials

Enamel

French Display and Storage Cabinet with Neoclassical Influences
Located in Atlanta, GA
apparent in the nice dentil molding found beneath the upper cornace, fluted trimmings, and lower case door
Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Glass

18th C. French Beautifully Designed Buffet à Deux-Corps, 8.5 ft Tall
Located in Atlanta, GA
arched center details! Both cases are flanked within rounded side posts, with semi-circular projections
Category

Antique 18th Century French Cabinets

Materials

Wood

7’ ft tall English Four-Door Vintage Cabinet with Adjustable Shelves and Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
. This cabinet breaks down into two pieces. It has a natural light wood finish with darker trim in some
Category

20th Century English Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Grey ash Weight of Shadow Screen Cabinet by Atelier V&F
Located in 1204, CH
ground for the development and exploration of Atelier V&F that enable it to break the divide of
Category

2010s Cabinets

Materials

Ash

Contemporary black ash Weight of Shadow Screen Cabinet by Atelier V&F
Located in 1204, CH
ground for the development and exploration of Atelier V&F that enable it to break the divide of
Category

2010s Cabinets

Materials

Ash

Cabinet display walnut glass lighting display 4-tier Xenia Venjakob H79.5" W37.5
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
space Breaks down into 3 sections Venjakob is based in Gütersloh Germany, where they have been
Category

2010s European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Fabulous 18th Century Swedish Rococo Tall Display & Storage Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
lower case fitted with a pair of half drawers over two full-sized drawers beneath (for a total of four
Category

Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Ledge Floating Console (96") by Simon Johns
By Simon Johns
Located in East-Bolton, Quebec
breaking the woods grain, to create patterns of variable depths, according to Johns’ sketch of the rock
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Ash

French Cherry Wood 7.5+ Ft. Tall Enclosed Cabinet with Slender Depth, Mid 20th c
Located in Atlanta, GA
back over the lower section, is fitted with a pair of paneled-front doors. The lower case, which is the
Category

Mid-20th Century French Cabinets

Materials

Cherry

A Grand 18th C. Italian Church Cabinet w/ Roman Ionic Columns & Original Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
lower case is fitted with four front doors, and offers an incredible amount of storage within. The upper
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Italian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Weight of Shadow Screen Cabinet by Atelier V&F
Located in Geneve, CH
Atelier V&F that enable it to break the divide of territories and cultures, and with an inclusive
Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Ash

Weight of Shadow Screen Cabinet by Atelier V&F
Located in Geneve, CH
Atelier V&F that enable it to break the divide of territories and cultures, and with an inclusive
Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Ash

Chaos Cabinet by Atelier V&F
Located in Geneve, CH
and exploration of Atelier V&F that enable it to break the divide of territories and cultures, and
Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Chaos Cabinet by Atelier V&F
Chaos Cabinet by Atelier V&F
H 57.88 in W 33.86 in D 14.57 in
Cubic Pillar Cabinet by Atelier V&F
Located in Geneve, CH
of Atelier V&F that enable it to break the divide of territories and cultures, and with an inclusive
Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Cubic Pillar Cabinet by Atelier V&F
Cubic Pillar Cabinet by Atelier V&F
H 86.42 in W 40.75 in D 17.92 in
Kartell Ghost Buster Commode in Smoke by Philippe Starck & Eugeni Quitllet
By Kartell, Philippe Starck
Located in Brooklyn, NY
in the world of furnishings - another demonstration of Kartell's determination to break down all the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Plastic

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    Yes, Murano glass can break. Generally considered very durable, Murano glass is still made of glass and it is susceptible to breaks if it’s improperly handled or dropped. Known as some of the best glass produced in the world, unfortunately it can still break. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Murano glass pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    Yes, a firm couch will usually break in. As you use a couch, its padding gradually softens. How long the process will take depends on the type of padding present in the couch and how frequently you sit on your new piece. Shop a large selection of sofas from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    Whether marble tables break easily is a subjective question. Dropping something heavy or placing something extremely hot on marble tabletops could result in damage, but many marble tables have lasted for decades and longer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of marble tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Ceramic rings break easily and are very prone to chipping or shattering due to the hardness of the material. Therefore they are not a great choice for everyday jewelry.
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    Yes, ceramic rings do break easily. Ceramic is hard and brittle. If the ring falls on a hard surface, it will easily break or crack. Find a variety of ceramic rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Whether tennis chains break easily depends on several factors. Thickness will help determine a chain’s strength, with thinner chains typically being more delicate than thicker ones. Craftsmanship and metal type will also influence a chain’s breakage resistance. Keep in mind that any necklace can break if it gets pulled on or suffers a large impact. It's a good idea to remove your tennis chain before exercising, playing sports or doing any other activity that could potentially damage it. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of tennis chains.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Yes, pearl earrings can break easily. The delicate nature of the jewelry comes from the fact that pearls are relatively soft and can become scratched and scuffed more readily than some other gemstones and precious metals. Fortunately, there are things you can do to protect your earrings. You should generally remove them before you go to sleep, shower, apply hair and skin care products or engage in active activities like exercise or sports. Following the care and maintenance instructions provided by the maker can also help extend the life of pearl earrings. Explore a wide variety of pearl earrings on 1stDibs.
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    Breaking in Saint Laurent sneakers depends on how you’ll be wearing them. If you’re wearing them often, they’re likely to break in quickly — but this can vary from person to person. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Saint Laurent shoes from some of the world’s top boutiques.
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    A cartridge case is the envelope of a rifle or handgun cartridge. Cartridge cases hold the bullet at the neck, the propellant charge inside, and the primer at its base.
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    Case goods are any pieces of furniture that have interior space for storing items. Often, these pieces go in bedrooms and dining rooms. Dressers, wardrobes, cabinets, hutches and chests of drawers are all examples of case goods. Shop a wide variety of antique and vintage case goods on 1stDibs.
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    A key case refers to a small case in which keys are carried. These cases are compact and have key hooks on the inside to keep your house key, car key, workplace key and other keys. Shop a range of antique and vintage key cases on 1stDibs.
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    Vesta cases or vesta boxes are small portable boxes to protect matches and make sure they stay dry, which is why they are also known as match safes. They are named after the Roman goddess of the hearth, Vesta.
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    How cased glass is made varies. In some cases, an artisan blows a new layer of glass over top of an already-produced piece. Alternatively, a glassmaker can layer glass and blow it out at one time. Shop a selection of cased glass decorative objects and lighting on 1stDibs.
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    This is a tall narrow floor-standing pendulum clock, with a pendulum held inside the tower or the waist of the case. These might feature elaborate carvings ornamentation of the hood, mainly prized for their decorative and antique value.
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    Yes, many people consider cigarette cases useful. For smokers, cases protect cigarettes from moisture and physical damage. They also can make a style statement that reflects the tastes of the individual person who carries it. Even people who don’t smoke may use holders to carry credit cards, money, business cards and other small items. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of cigarette cases.
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    With a name borrowed from the Roman goddess for fire and the hearth, Vesta cases were used to store matches and protect them from getting wet. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of Vesta cases from some of the world’s top sellers.
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    A cigarette case is called a cigarette tin or holder. It is most commonly a metal container that stores cigarettes and prevents them from breaking owing to its symmetric hinges and straps. Most cigarette cases are portable and display exquisite designs. Find a collection of antique and vintage cigarette cases on 1stDibs.
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    Cigarette cases are sometimes called cigarette tins. However, most people refer to them simply as a “cigarette case.” The purpose of the cases is to keep loose cigarettes from becoming smashed in a pocket or bag. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage cigarette cases.
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    A train case is a piece of luggage for travel on a train, or at least that was its original intention. A train case is similar to what we’d consider a carry-on today. It’s much smaller than a trunk and designed to hold toiletries and other essentials. Find a collection of vintage and modern train cases on 1stDibs.
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    Vesta cases were invented in the early 18th century, shortly after the 1826 advent of the friction “lucifer” matches, which could spontaneously ignite and even explode from friction. Vesta cases were developed to hold the matches to protect them from friction — and the match-holder from danger. Small and compact, these cases typically had a hinged lid and were usually made of gold or silver, and they ranged from very plain to highly ornate. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vesta cases from top sellers worldwide.