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Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Jim Rose Legacy Collection - Tall Cabinet, Shaker Inspired Steel Cupboard
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Shaker aesthetic, this piece is all about clean lines and functionality and is a model of modern
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Early 2000s American Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Steel

Baker Furniture Milling Road Shaker Style Carved Pine Linen Press or Bar Cabinet
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Shaker style linen press, bookcase hutch, or bar cabinet By Baker Furniture, "Milling
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Late 20th Century American Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Brass

Antique Late 18th Century American Colonial Pine Shaker Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
" high x 48" wide x 17 1/4" Antique Late 18th Century American Colonial Pine Shaker Cabinet. Two short
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Late 18th Century American American Colonial Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Pine

1920s Heavily Figured Walnut Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet
Located in Barnstaple, GB
Gorgeous cocktail cabinet dating to the 1920s veneered in the most stunning bookpaged figured
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1920s European Art Deco Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Walnut

Antique French liquer cellar, cabinet “Cave a liqueur”
Located in Delft, NL
Antique French liquer cellar, cabinet “Cave a liqueur” An antique French book-shaped lidded liquer
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19th Century French Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Leather, Wood

Aldo Tura Bar Cart or Mid-20th Century Bar Cart
By Aldo Tura
Located in Miami, FL
, coffee tables, cabinets and more resist categorization and draw inspiration from Art Deco, Art Nouveau
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Spanish Asparagus Majolica Ceramic Serving Set, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
set of 6 asparagus plates, a server with lid and a salt and pepper shakers set. The asparagus tureen
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Majolica, Pottery, Ceramic

John Widdicomb Walnut Triangular Tiered Drop Leaf Handkerchief Accent Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dayton, OH
emigrated from England to the United States in 1845, eventually setting up a cabinet shop in Syracuse, New
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1960s Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Walnut

Trolley Serving Bar Cart "Pipe" in Goatskin and Brass by Aldo Tura, Italy 1960s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Rome, IT
, cabinets and complementary barware accessories like ice buckets and cocktail shakers. The eccentric
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Space age design ashtray by Luigi Massoni for Guzzini, Italy 1970s
By Guzzini, Luigi Massoni
Located in ECHT, NL
, the Guzzini group and Alessi. Massoni was hired by Alessi, the legendary housewares and kitchen
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Metal, Chrome

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Antique Swedish Biedermeier Golden Birch Ebonized Chest of Drawers Dresser, 1820
Located in Portland, OR
An elegant antique Swedish Biedermeier golden birch and burlwood chest of drawers, circa 1820. The chest having a overhanging top with four graduated drawers below, the drawers are ...
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1820s Swedish Biedermeier Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Birch, Burl

1950's Style Curved Velvet Sofa in Custom Velvet Colors
Located in New York, NY
The Sofa inspires itself nature where green is the predominant element and where valleys and hills prevail. The item’s details allow it to be the perfect statement piece for any cont...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Velvet, Walnut

Mae Solid Wood Nightstand and Side Table by Crump and Kwash
By Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Mae Nightstand Solid wood frame / hand turned legs / hand rubbed oil finish / solid brass pulls / dovetailed solid wood drawer boxes / premium, full extension, soft close drawer ...
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2010s American Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Maple, Oak, Walnut

Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Textile, Wood

JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Mathieu Matégot, Blueprint Lighting, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

21st Century Contemporary Minimal White Velvet Bench With Black Lacquered Base
Located in Porto, PT
Fifih Bench is a luxury bench upholstered in velvet and wood base. A contemporary design bench is perfect for minimalist and modern interior architecture projects. Materials: Uphols...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood

Mawu Sculpted Oak Chair by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Original chair in golden oak, satin finish. Flared legs, backrest and seat upholstered in a textured cream fabric by Dedar.
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2010s French Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Oak

Mawu Sculpted Oak Chair by Laura Gonzalez
Mawu Sculpted Oak Chair by Laura Gonzalez
H 35.44 in W 18.12 in D 19.69 in
Classic Acorn Prismatic Sconces
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
This acorn shaped shade is a favorite. The style was mainly used as lighting for dentists. The shape is very pleasing and makes a perfect simple sconce. The thick prismatic glass giv...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Glass

Classic Acorn Prismatic Sconces
Classic Acorn Prismatic Sconces
H 11 in W 6 in D 9 in
Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
By Colección Estudio, Difane
Located in Mexico City, MX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstra...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Hardwood

Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Scandinavian Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Metal

Solid Black Oak Round Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This solid wood coffee table is handcrafted out of oak solid wood that retains its natural character.
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2010s Mexican Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Oak

Art Deco Sideboard in Rosewood from Paris Around 1925
Located in Greven, DE
We were able to acquire this wonderful piece of furniture directly from Paris. The sideboard has a wonderful rosewood veneer which, with the reddish tones, creates a nice contrast to...
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1920s French Art Deco Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Marble, Chrome

Fine Antique William & Mary Cir 1700 Pine Oyster Laburnum Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this absolute work of Art of a nightstand sized Chest of Drawers in pine with Oyster / Laburnum wood finish which dates to the end of the William &...
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Early 1700s English William and Mary Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Pine

Arne Norell Ilona Sofa, Sweden, 1970s
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in London, GB
An original two-seat Arne Norell Ilona sofa in patterned fabric. Made by Norell Mobler in Sweden. In very good vintage condition with minor signs of use and wear relative to age. Uph...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Arne Norell Ilona Sofa, Sweden, 1970s
Arne Norell Ilona Sofa, Sweden, 1970s
H 31.5 in W 63 in D 30.71 in
Art Deco Burr Walnut Double Wardrobe Made in England
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Art Deco burr walnut double wardrobe. A very lovely solid and well-made wardrobe, there is damage on side of the wardrobe which has three l...
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20th Century British Art Deco Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Walnut

Eros Solid Oak Dining Table
By Aeterna Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid oak handcrafted dining table. 2" thick tabletop with nature inspired pedestals.  
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2010s Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Hardwood, Oak

Eros Solid Oak Dining Table
Eros Solid Oak Dining Table
H 30 in W 48 in D 98 in

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Painted Shaker Style Wood Wall Cupboard with Clear Glass Doors
Located in New York, NY
Shaker style wood wall cupboard with antique milk glass doors. Interior is painted white with 4
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1930s American Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Very Large Shaker Kitchen Haberdashery Cupboard Dresser Bookcase Paneled Oak
By Shaker Style
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Shaker-inspired kitchen haberdashery cupboard
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20th Century English Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Oak

19th Century Shaker Style Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Shaker Style cabinet on legs with a pull up writing surface. The cabinet has two upper
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19th Century American Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Wood, Mahogany

19th Century Shaker Style Cabinet
19th Century Shaker Style Cabinet
H 68.5 in W 38 in D 12 in
Very Large Shaker Kitchen Haberdashery Cupboard Dresser Bookcase Panelled Oak
Located in GB
We are delighted to this stunning Shaker inspired kitchen haberdashery cupboard bookcase cabinet
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Late 20th Century English Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Oak

19th Century Oak Cabinet
Located in Brecht, BE
Charming and sturdy oak cabinet, wonderful proportions. found in the South West of France. Makes me
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Late 19th Century French Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Oak

19th Century Oak Cabinet
19th Century Oak Cabinet
H 80.71 in W 35.44 in D 20.87 in
Early American Two-Door Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Early American cabinet is a Classic example of Early American furniture with legs and feet
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Late 19th Century Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Wood

Early American Two-Door Cabinet
Early American Two-Door Cabinet
H 49.75 in W 37.75 in D 13 in
Exceptional Cherry Cupboard by David Margonelli in the Shaker manner
Located in Milford, NH
adjustable shelves with an integral lower section with cabinet doors opening to reveal conforming drawers
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20th Century American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Cherry, Glass

Two-Door Cabinet by Dale Holub
By Dale Holub
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Two-door studio cabinet by craftsmen Dale Holub. Most likely used for stereo equipment, as there
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1980s American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Two-Door Cabinet by Dale Holub
Two-Door Cabinet by Dale Holub
H 29.5 in W 24 in D 20 in
Antique Art Deco Burr Walnut Cocktail Cabinet Bar, circa 1930
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic antique Art Deco period burr walnut cocktail cabinet, circa 1930 in date and
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1930s English Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Complete Aw Lyn Art Decor Walnut Drinks Cabinet Sterling Silver Glass Crystal
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this original Art Décor quarter cut Walnut Aw Lyn drinks cabinet
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20th Century English Art Deco Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Early American Walnut Cupboard with Four Doors and Two Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
classified as in the style of Shaker furniture with its simplicity, clean lines, unmatched quality, and no
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Late 19th Century Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Early American Open-Front Red Painted Cupboard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the style of Shaker furniture with its simplicity, clean lines, unmatched quality, and no-fuss
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Late 19th Century American Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Mongolian Four-Door Coffer
Located in Chicago, IL
favored by a culture long rooted in a nomadic and horse-focused lifestyle. Its Shaker-like simplicity fits
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Early 20th Century Mongolian Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Painted Cupboard
Located in Nantucket, MA
American Painted Shaker-Style Cupboard
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19th Century American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Paint

Painted Cupboard
Painted Cupboard
H 81 in W 43 in D 16 in
Metamorphic Drinks Table or Trolley, Cocktail Cabinet in Walnut
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
cocktail Shaker and two glass bottles (there are fittings for glasses but the glasses are missing). The
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1950s English Art Deco Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Walnut

Aldo Tura Italian Brown Bar cart try table, goatskin, brass, label
By Aldo Tura
Located in Valladolid, ES
tables, cabinets and more resist categorization and draw inspiration from Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Baroque
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1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Brass

George Nakashima Triple-Door Cabinet
By George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima triple sliding door cabinet, made in walnut, United States, 1963. Cabinet with
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

George Nakashima Triple-Door Cabinet
George Nakashima Triple-Door Cabinet
H 32.29 in W 84.06 in D 21.66 in
Rare Art Deco Philco Radio Bar
Located in Oakland, CA
shaker, secret storage, lights, mirrors, bells and whistles. All right, no bells or whistles but you get
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1930s American Art Deco Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Chrome

Rare Art Deco Philco Radio Bar
Rare Art Deco Philco Radio Bar
H 48 in W 33 in D 17 in
83 Pc Frankoma Dinnerware Set Plainsman Lazybones Westwinds Green Prairie Green
By Frankoma Pottery
Located in Topeka, KS
or display cabinet in your dining room or kitchen. Frankoma Pottery is well known for their timeless
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

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Ceramic, Clay, Pottery

Stephen Von Hohen Bucks Co. Collection Pine Shaker Style 2 Piece Step Back Cabin
Located in Parkesburg, PA
Stephen Von Hohen Bucks Co. Collection Pine Shaker Style 2 Piece Step Back Cabinet Pine, Custom
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Late 20th Century North American Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Pine

American Shaker Style Step Back Cabinet.
Located in New York, NY
American handmade shaker style step back cabinet.
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19th Century American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Glass

American Shaker Style Step Back Cabinet.
Located in New York, NY
American handmade shaker style step back cabinet.
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19th Century American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Glass

David Rosén Corner Cabinet
By David Rosén
Located in Brussels, BE
Elegant Swedish lockable corner cabinet by David Rosén. Teak with a carved motif frontage.
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1950s Swedish Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Teak

David Rosén Corner Cabinet
David Rosén Corner Cabinet
H 66.93 in W 37.41 in D 21.66 in
Axel Einar Hjorth Corner Cabinet
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Brussels, BE
"Sandhamn", corner cabinet, designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet in Sweden in 1929
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1930s Swedish Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Axel Einar Hjorth Corner Cabinet
Axel Einar Hjorth Corner Cabinet
H 74.81 in W 35.83 in D 23.63 in
Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet
Located in Long Island City, NY
An Art Deco semi-circular cocktail cabinet executed in walnut, having a fitted upper section
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1930s English Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet
Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet
H 60.25 in W 32.625 in D 17 in
Striking Chinoiserie Lacquered Art Deco Period Cocktail Cabinet
Located in Darwen, GB
A striking chinoiserie lacquered Art Deco Period cocktail cabinet. The front is beautifully
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1930s Art Deco Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Vintage Rosewood Corner Cabinet
Located in Vancouver, BC
Beautiful corner cabinet constructed of Brazilian rosewood from the mid-century modern period
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Rosewood Corner Cabinet
Vintage Rosewood Corner Cabinet
H 63 in W 23 in D 23 in
Jim Rose "Gee's Bend" Inspired One Door Strip Quilt Cupboard
Located in Chicago, IL
, functional, salvaged, table, artist-made, shaker, sideboard, sofa, couch, table, counter, cupboard
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Jim Rose Steel Furniture "Two Door Housetop Quilt Cupboard"
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
, functional, salvaged, table, artist-made, shaker, sideboard, sofa, couch, table, counter, cupboard
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Jim Rose 2 Door Roman Strip Cupboard "Gee's Bend" Quilt Inspired
Located in Chicago, IL
, bar, functional, salvaged, table, artist-made, shaker, sideboard, sofa, couch, table, counter
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Jim Rose Steel Furniture"One Door Housetop Quilt Cupboard"
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
, table, artist-made, shaker, sideboard, sofa, couch, table, counter, cupboard, contemporary, brown, white
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Original Painted Pine Cupboard With Scrubbed Top
Located in Millwood, VA
hand made catch on the door. Shaker in style, the cupboard terminates in choppy bracket feet.
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19th Century European Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Jim Rose "Chest" with galvanized panels
Located in Chicago, IL
, table, artist-made, shaker, sideboard, sofa, couch, table, counter, cupboard, contemporary, brown, white
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Jim Rose "Gee's Bend" Inspired Strip Quilt Chest
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
: furniture, steel, quilt, gee's bend, bar, functional, salvaged, table, artist-made, shaker, sideboard, sofa
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Jim Rose Steel 2 Door Starburst Quilt Cupboard
Located in Chicago, IL
, gee's bend, bar, functional, salvaged, table, artist-made, shaker, sideboard, sofa, couch, table
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Jim Rose 2Door Checkerboard Cupboard "Gee's Bend" Quilt Inspired
Located in Chicago, IL
, salvaged, table, artist-made, shaker, sideboard, sofa, couch, table, counter, cupboard, contemporary
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Jim Rose "2 Door Cupboard" in steel
Located in Chicago, IL
bend, bar, functional, salvaged, table, artist-made, shaker, sideboard, sofa, couch, table, counter
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21st Century and Contemporary American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Jim Rose "2 Door Cupboard" in steel
Jim Rose "2 Door Cupboard" in steel
H 36.5 in W 37.5 in D 18.5 in
Georgian Antique Pine Cupboard in Original Cream Paint
Located in Lancashire, GB
painted pine cupboard, quite shaker in design. In the original, Georgian cream paint finish, this antique
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18th Century and Earlier English Georgian Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Pine

1930's Art Deco Ruby Glass Leg with High Heel Shoe Shaker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic 1930's cocktail shaker is very intriguing. It is a deep red glass with chrome
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20th Century American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

Preparation
By Emily Brock
Located in Royal Oak, MI
Atlanta, Georgia and the Imagine Museum in St. Petersburg, Florida.. Portrayal of a chef’s home kitchen
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2010s Contemporary Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mixed Media

Preparation
Preparation
H 14 in W 15 in D 15 in
Monolithic Wood Filing Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An impressive and unusual, monolithic wood filing cabinet. Totem-like in form, this piece is an
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Early 20th Century American Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Monolithic Wood Filing Cabinet
Monolithic Wood Filing Cabinet
H 72.75 in W 17 in D 12.5 in
Chinoiserie Decorated Cocktail Cabinet
Located in Altrincham, Cheshire
cabinet fitted with shaker, decanters, sticks, squeezer and cut glasses and tumblers - retailed by Gooch
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1920s English Chinoiserie Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Cut Glass, Lacquer

19th Century Mexican Red Painted Stepback Cupboard
Located in Concord, MA
piece with glass doors revealing two shelfs over a cabinet base raised on feet. Dimensions: 80 x 31 1/2
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Late 19th Century American Shaker Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets

Materials

Pine

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Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of used shaker kitchen cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct used shaker kitchen cabinets — often made from wood, glass and hardwood — can elevate any home. Used shaker kitchen cabinets have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Axel Einar Hjorth, Baker Furniture Company and Jim Rose each produced beautiful used shaker kitchen cabinets that are worth considering.

How Much are Used Shaker Kitchen Cabinets?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,061, while they’re typically $2,495 on the low end and $12,000 highest priced.

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.

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