Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Austrian, American, 1886-1958
Born in Vienna, Paul Frankl came to the United States in 1914 as part of a wave of Central European design luminaries — among them Kem Weber, Rudolph Schindler, and Richard Neutra — who were drawn by the energy and optimism of the American scene. Prolific and protean, Frankl would go on to design furnishings that are emblematic of nearly every key stylistic chord in American modernism, from the streamlined Art Deco to free-form organic shapes.
Frankl's Skyscraper cabinets, bookcases and more — introduced in 1924 — are his earliest and best-known designs (and the work by which he is most often represented in institutions, such as New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art). Tall and narrow, the pieces have staggered shelves meant to mimic the setbacks of Manhattan office towers. A later visually expressive line — the Speed chairs and sofas, which have a raked profile suggesting motion — links Frankl to Donald Deskey, Raymond Loewy and other creators of Streamline Moderne design.
Frankl moved to Los Angeles in 1934 and luxuriated in the climate and lifestyle. His designs became lighter and simpler and found an audience among the Hollywood élite. (Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant and Fred Astaire were clients.) Fascinated by Asian arts, Frankl produced numerous pieces — tabletops with edges that curve upward; sofas, chairs and other seating with rattan frames — inspired by Chinese and Japanese forms and materials. In the 1940s, Frankl became one of the first designers to incorporate free-form, biomorphic shapes in his work, as well as novel upholstery fabrics such as denim and nubby wool.
Frankl biographer Christopher Long argues that the designer’s easy, elegant aesthetic had an enormous influence on movie set design. As the furniture below attests, Paul Frankl’s work is ready for its close-up.
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Creator: Paul Frankl
Paul Frankl for Johnson Brass X Pulls High Chest of Drawers Dresser Cabinet
By John Stuart Inc., Paul Frankl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Paul Frankl for Johnson Brass X Pulls high chest of drawers dresser cabinet.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Paul Frankl "Station Wagon" Three-Drawer Chest for Johnson Furniture
By Johnson Furniture Co., Paul Frankl
Located in Hanover, MA
Gorgeous three-drawer nightstand chest by Paul Frankl from his highly coveted "Station Wagon Group" created in 1945 for Johnson Furniture Company of Grand Rapids. Branded mark in top...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Paul Frankl for Johnson White Wash Marble Top 10 Drawers Dresser Brass x Pulls
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Paul Frankl for Johnson white wash marble top 10 drawers dresser brass x pulls.
Retains John Stuart retailer label. Solid brass X pulls.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Marble
Paul Frankl Dresser and Nightstand for Johnson Furniture, 1950s
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company, John Stuart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fantastic 1950s ten-drawer double dresser and nightstand was designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture and retailed by John Stuart duri...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Metal
Pair of Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. Walnut Six Drawer High Dressers
By Paul Frankl
Located in New York, NY
Pair of mid-century walnut high chests / dressers with six drawers mounted with X-shaped brass drawer pulls. (Paul Frankl For Johnson Furniture Co)(priced as pair).
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Gentleman's Chest of Drawers by Paul Frankl
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Seven-drawer chest of dark stained wood with brass x-pulls and raised detailing. Simple, elegant form with lots of storage.
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20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Paul Frankl Skyscraper Art Deco Bookcase, Red and Black
By Paul Frankl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Paul Frankl skyscraper Art Deco bookcase, original red and black lacquer finish, amazing patina, hand delivery avail to New York City or anywhere en ...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture 10 Drawer Double Dresser Solid Brass X Pulls
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern tan walnut finish double dresser credenza by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Rare Paul Frankl Skyscraper Desk / Bench, Art Deco, Modernist, Cubist
By Paul Frankl
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning and rare bookcase desk and cork top seat designed and manufactured by Paul Frankl, I believe this was a transitional piece designed and built in the mid 1930s, stunning desi...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Paul T Frankl Skyscraper Sideboard Frankl Galleries Ny Moderne Art Deco, C. 1928
By Paul Frankl
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare and important lacquered sideboard in two tone yellow ochre finish with silver leaf ornamentation, original mirrored tops, glass shelves, bullet hinges, faceted solid brass silver leafed hardware and silver plated shelf...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Rare Paul Frankl Cork and Mahogany Kneehole Desk
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
C. 1940s, American, the mahogany eight- drawer desk encased in cork veneer on four sides, with book storage-well on the reverse. Bakelite and brass pulls....
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Mahogany, Cork
Large American Mid Century Commode by Paul Frankl, 1950s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large American mid century commode by Paul Frankl, 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century American Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Restored Six Drawers Paul Frankl American Walnut Solid Brass Buckle Shaped Pulls
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Century modern American walnut solid brass buckle shaped pulls hardware high chest dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Company.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Walnut
Paul Frankl for Brown-Saltman Lacquered Sideboard Credenza
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare Mid-Century Modern Swedish style lacquered sideboard or credenza cabinet designed by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman. Features a sleek mahogany case fitted with three drawers in t...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman Combed Wood Desk
By Paul Frankl
Located in Pasadena, TX
A desk designed by Paul Frankl for Brown and Saltman. This desk features combed wood restored to emphasize the beautiful tones and textures of the natural ...
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
Paul Frankl Brass X-Pulls Brown Cherry High Chest with Drop Front Secretary
By Paul Frankl, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern cherry finish 7 drawers high chest dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture. The dresser has nice drop front secretary compartment...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Paul Frankl small display cabinet
By Paul Frankl
Located in Westport, CT
Paul Frankl creme Cork Mahogany Display Cabinet
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood and Cork Cabinet by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture, USA, 1960s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous and rare Paul Frankl cabinet with a cork top.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood, Cork
Paul Frankl Bookcase
By Paul Frankl
Located in New York, NY
Rare custom bookcase/ storage cabinet designed by Paul Frankl. Orange and black lacquered wood, with gold painted face in a snaking geometric motif & thick...
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1930s American Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Glass, Wood
Pair of Lacquered Wood Chests of Drawers
By Paul Frankl, John Stuart Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of white lacquered wood chests of drawers with brass cross pull details by Paul Frankl for John Stuart Inc. Signed.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Paul Frankl For Brown Saltman Chest Dresser
By Paul Frankl
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern chest of drawers designed by Paul Frankl and made by Brown Saltman. An oak case with combed oak drawer fronts and signature Frankl X pulls. As shown in the las...
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1940s American Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Paul Frankl Sideboard with Lacquered Cork and Brass
By Paul Frankl
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large and impressive sideboard or credenza piece by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co, USA, dated 1940s, in the taste of American Art Deco transitioning into Modern. The main construction is mahogany, with center door of lacquered cork...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Paul Frankl, Cabinet, Mahogany, Brass, Cork, USA, 1940s
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in High Point, NC
A stained mahogany and beige lacquered cork cabinet, designed by Paul Frankl and produced by Johnson Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 1940s.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Paul Frankl Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Brass
Paul Frankl case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.
Paul Frankl case pieces and storage cabinets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Paul Frankl case pieces and storage cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original case pieces and storage cabinets by Paul Frankl were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider case pieces and storage cabinets by John Stuart, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, and Century Furniture. Prices for Paul Frankl case pieces and storage cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,175 and can go as high as $85,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,800.
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