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What is a curio cabinet called?
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A curio cabinet gets its name from cabinet of curiosities. A curio cabinet is a special type of cabinet predominately made of glass to display and protect your favorite collectibles and antiques. Shop a wide range of vintage curio cabinets on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Curio Sideboard
By Hebanon Fratelli Basile
Located in Milan, IT
Clean, essential lines define this minimalist sideboard of Nordic inspiration. Boasting a four-door profile, it is handcrafted of black-lacquered ash and features a linear lacquered ...
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2010s Italian Sideboards
Materials
Wood
Chinese Curio Glass Front Curio Display Case
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
1287 This exquisite piece features six shelves with varying levels and glass door for displaying small items such as jade carvings and snuff bottles.
Wall hung with hooks on back.
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Early 20th Century Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood
Early 1900s Curio Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, CA
Early 1900s lighted curio cabinet with glass doors.
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Early 20th Century American Vitrines
Materials
Glass, Wood
Brutalist Metal Curio Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1990s. Metal construction with plywood shelving and backing, can be customized to different color wood if desired. Latch in front to keep closed.
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1990s Unknown Brutalist Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Napoleon III Caribbean Mahogany Curio Cabinet
Located in Stamford, CT
Napoleon III Caribbean mahogany, brass-mounted and gilt curio cabinet, circa 1840.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Italian Early 19th Century Curio Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hidden drawers and more with this fabulous curio cabinet.
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