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Vintage Drinks Cabinet from Beithcraft, 1950s
Vintage Drinks Cabinet from Beithcraft, 1950s

Vintage Drinks Cabinet from Beithcraft, 1950s

By Beithcraft

Located in South Shields, GB

A mid century mahogany Beithcraft drinks cabinet or linen cabinet There's a cupboard with a

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak, Walnut

Oriental cabinet with paintings, 1950s
Oriental cabinet with paintings, 1950s

Oriental cabinet with paintings, 1950s

Located in Ravenna, IT

Cabinet cinese in legno massiccio, caratterizzato da ante centrali con pitture in stile, sui toni

Category

Vintage 1950s Chinese Cabinets

Materials

Brass

All Oak Brutalist Highboy Cabinet in the style of Marolles - France 1950's
All Oak Brutalist Highboy Cabinet in the style of Marolles - France 1950's

All Oak Brutalist Highboy Cabinet in the style of Marolles - France 1950's

By Atelier Marolles, Jean Touret

Located in New York, NY

. Inner shelving present. In good vintage condition with some markings and fading. Base and cabinet can be

Category

Vintage 1950s French Brutalist Cabinets

Materials

Oak

American Designer, Small Cabinet, Bamboo, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Small Cabinet, Bamboo, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Small Cabinet, Bamboo, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A small bamboo cabinet or nightstand designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Bamboo

1950s cabinet with sliding doors
1950s cabinet with sliding doors

1950s cabinet with sliding doors

Located in IT

Walnut cabinet from the 1950s with sliding doors, a glass shelf, and a mirrored back panel. The

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood, Walnut

Danish Designer, Cabinet, Oak, Iron, Denmark, 1950s
Danish Designer, Cabinet, Oak, Iron, Denmark, 1950s

Danish Designer, Cabinet, Oak, Iron, Denmark, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

An oak and iron cabinet designed and produced in Denmark, 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Iron

John Widdcomb, Cabinet, Wood, Brass, USA, 1950s
John Widdcomb, Cabinet, Wood, Brass, USA, 1950s

John Widdcomb, Cabinet, Wood, Brass, USA, 1950s

By John Widdicomb

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and wood cabinet produced by John Widdcomb, USA, 1950s.  

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Cabinet, Oak, Iron, Denmark, 1950s
Danish Designer, Cabinet, Oak, Iron, Denmark, 1950s

Danish Designer, Cabinet, Oak, Iron, Denmark, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

An oak and black-painted iron cabinet, designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Iron

American Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Walnut, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Walnut, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Walnut, USA, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A stained pine and walnut cabinet designed and produced in the US, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut, Pine

1950s Roller Shutter Cabinet, Soennecken
1950s Roller Shutter Cabinet, Soennecken

1950s Roller Shutter Cabinet, Soennecken

Located in Neuss, NW

Roller shutter cabinet from the 1950s. Corpus in dark stained oak veneer with several internal

Category

Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Room '56 bedroom closet for Dico, 1950's
Room '56 bedroom closet for Dico, 1950's

Room '56 bedroom closet for Dico, 1950's

Located in Steenwijk, NL

DICO in the 1950's. It was part of the 'Kamer 56' (translated: Room '56) serie, that also has furniture

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Wooden Cabinet, 1950s Italian Production
Wooden Cabinet, 1950s Italian Production

Wooden Cabinet, 1950s Italian Production

Located in Parma, IT

Wooden hall or kitchen cabinet made in the 1950s in Italy. In wood with two-tone decoration

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Italian Wooden cabinet with Vertical Slatted Doors, 1950s
Italian Wooden cabinet with Vertical Slatted Doors, 1950s

Italian Wooden cabinet with Vertical Slatted Doors, 1950s

Located in Piacenza, Italy

A wooden storage cabinet featuring a façade defined by narrow vertical slats, creating a rhythmic

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

1950s filing cabinet with roller doors
1950s filing cabinet with roller doors

1950s filing cabinet with roller doors

Located in MILL, NL

1950s filing cabinet with roller doors A beautiful filing cabinet / flap cabinet / roller-door

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Børge Mogensen, Cabinet, Oak, Teak, Steel, Sweden, 1950s
Børge Mogensen, Cabinet, Oak, Teak, Steel, Sweden, 1950s

Børge Mogensen, Cabinet, Oak, Teak, Steel, Sweden, 1950s

By Børge Mogensen

Located in High Point, NC

An oak, teak and lacquered steel cabinet or sideboard designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Architectural French oak bookcase / cabinet from the 1950s
Architectural French oak bookcase / cabinet from the 1950s

Architectural French oak bookcase / cabinet from the 1950s

Located in Antwerp, BE

A striking and highly architectural French oak bookcase from the 1950s, most likely a unique, one

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Oak

1950s Brazilian Black Lacquered Cabinet by Dinucci
1950s Brazilian Black Lacquered Cabinet by Dinucci

1950s Brazilian Black Lacquered Cabinet by Dinucci

Located in London, London

1950s Black Lacquered Brazilian Cabinet by Dinucci This 1950s cabinet by Brazilian designer

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Beech

Bodil Kjær 1950s Rosewood 2-Drawer Cabinet
Bodil Kjær 1950s Rosewood 2-Drawer Cabinet

Bodil Kjær 1950s Rosewood 2-Drawer Cabinet

By Bodil Kjaer

Located in San Francisco, CA

designed in 1959 by Bodil Kjær to accompany her iconic ‘James Bond’ desk in a well-figured and deeply patinated rosewood; manufacrtured by E. Pedersen & Søn for Jason Møbler; fitted ...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Göran Malmvall cabinet, Sweden, 1950s
Göran Malmvall cabinet, Sweden, 1950s

Göran Malmvall cabinet, Sweden, 1950s

By Goran Malmvall

Located in Antwerpen, BE

A cabinet model 810, from the series Svensk Fur by Goran Malmvall for Karl Andersson & Soner. Pine

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Set of 2 Pharmacy Cabinets 1950s
Set of 2 Pharmacy Cabinets 1950s

Set of 2 Pharmacy Cabinets 1950s

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

Set of 2 metal cabinets from the 20th century, made in the 1950s for a doctor’s or dentist’s office

Category

Vintage 1950s European Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Vintage Portuguese Spool Cabinet by Liz, 1950s
Vintage Portuguese Spool Cabinet by Liz, 1950s

Vintage Portuguese Spool Cabinet by Liz, 1950s

Located in Lisboa, PT

This vintage spool cabinet was produced in Portugal during the 1950s. It is made of wood with five

Category

Vintage 1950s Portuguese Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Paul Frankl, Cabinet, Mahogany, Brass, Cork, USA, 1950s
Paul Frankl, Cabinet, Mahogany, Brass, Cork, USA, 1950s

Paul Frankl, Cabinet, Mahogany, Brass, Cork, USA, 1950s

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company

Located in High Point, NC

A dark-stained mahogany, brass and cork cabinet, designed by Paul Frankl and produced by Johnson

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Double Face Oak Cabinet from the 1950s
Double Face Oak Cabinet from the 1950s

Double Face Oak Cabinet from the 1950s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Rare cabinet from the 1950s, veneered on all sides. Sliding black lacquered doors on one side with

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Vintage Wall-Mounted Cabinet with Glass Door, France, 1950s
Vintage Wall-Mounted Cabinet with Glass Door, France, 1950s

Vintage Wall-Mounted Cabinet with Glass Door, France, 1950s

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

A compact wall-mounted cabinet defined by its clean proportions and warm wood grain. The simple

Category

Vintage 1950s French Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

French Mid-Century Modern Cabinet with Sliding Panels, 1950s
French Mid-Century Modern Cabinet with Sliding Panels, 1950s

French Mid-Century Modern Cabinet with Sliding Panels, 1950s

Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest

Unique French cabinet from the 1950s, defined by a beautiful balance between functionality and

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

1950s Modern Cabinet attribution Edward Wormley for Dunbar
1950s Modern Cabinet attribution Edward Wormley for Dunbar

1950s Modern Cabinet attribution Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley

Located in Chula Vista, CA

AMBIANIC presents 1950s Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Sliding Door Cabinet Interior shelf

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Walnut Cabinet and Sideboard by A.A. Patijn for Zijlstra, 1950's
Mid-Century Walnut Cabinet and Sideboard by A.A. Patijn for Zijlstra, 1950's

Mid-Century Walnut Cabinet and Sideboard by A.A. Patijn for Zijlstra, 1950's

By Abraham A. Patijn, Zijlstra

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Beautiful walnut cabinet or sideboard, designed by A.A. Patijn for Zijlstra Joure in the 50’s

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Johnny Ludécher brutalist dancers cabinet, 1950s
Johnny Ludécher brutalist dancers cabinet, 1950s

Johnny Ludécher brutalist dancers cabinet, 1950s

Located in Lisboa, PT

Oak brutalist sideboard, cabinet, chest of drawers opening with two doors and adorned with a rich

Category

Vintage 1950s French Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern 1950s Italian Cabinet in Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern 1950s Italian Cabinet in Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern 1950s Italian Cabinet in Mahogany

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Cabinet, mahogany, mirrored glass, glass, brass, Italy, 1950s This charming cabinet stands out

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Cabinet, Model Lillbo, in Walnut by Carl Malmsten, 1950s
Cabinet, Model Lillbo, in Walnut by Carl Malmsten, 1950s

Cabinet, Model Lillbo, in Walnut by Carl Malmsten, 1950s

By Carl Malmsten, Carl Löfving & Söner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Cabinet, Model Lillbo, in Walnut by Carl Malmsten, 1950s Additional Information: Material: Walnut

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Entomogy Cabinet Intact with Speciments, Keravan Puuteollisuus, Finland 1950s
Entomogy Cabinet Intact with Speciments, Keravan Puuteollisuus, Finland 1950s

Entomogy Cabinet Intact with Speciments, Keravan Puuteollisuus, Finland 1950s

By Keravan Puuteollisuus Oy, Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Helsinki, FI

Exceptional mid-century entomology cabinet made in the 1950s (possibly late 1940s) by Keravan

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Acrylic, Birch

vintage empty audio furniture  cabinet  1950s  Swedish
vintage empty audio furniture  cabinet  1950s  Swedish

vintage empty audio furniture cabinet 1950s Swedish

Located in Lemmer, NL

vintage empty audio furniture cabinet 1950s Swedish Gustavian-style audio furniture from Sweden

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Cabinets

Materials

Wood

1950s Industrial Metal Storage Cabinet - Cupboard
1950s Industrial Metal Storage Cabinet - Cupboard

1950s Industrial Metal Storage Cabinet - Cupboard

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950s Industrial Metal Storage Cabinet – Cupboard 1950s Crude Industrial Metal Storage Cabinet

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Vintage 1950s English Cabinets

Materials

Metal

1950s Swedish-made Chinoiserie Drinks Cabinet with Carved Panels
1950s Swedish-made Chinoiserie Drinks Cabinet with Carved Panels

1950s Swedish-made Chinoiserie Drinks Cabinet with Carved Panels

Located in London, GB

This elegant Chinese-style drink cabinet from the 1950s offers a beautiful blend of traditional

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Wood

1950’s Medium Decorative Latvian Display Case
1950’s Medium Decorative Latvian Display Case

1950’s Medium Decorative Latvian Display Case

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s Medium Decorative Latvian Display Case. We salvaged a number of well made display cases

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Vintage 1950s Latvian Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Beech

1950’s Large Decorative Latvian Display Case
1950’s Large Decorative Latvian Display Case

1950’s Large Decorative Latvian Display Case

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s Large Decorative Latvian Display Case. We salvaged a number of well made display cases

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Vintage 1950s Latvian Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Beech

Swedish high pine cabinet 'Carolus' by Carl Malmsten, 1950s
Swedish high pine cabinet 'Carolus' by Carl Malmsten, 1950s

Swedish high pine cabinet 'Carolus' by Carl Malmsten, 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Swedish high bar cabinet designed by Carl Malmsten during the 1950s. Made in beautifully

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Scandinavian Modern Cabinet, Paul Boman, 1940/1950s
Scandinavian Modern Cabinet, Paul Boman, 1940/1950s

Scandinavian Modern Cabinet, Paul Boman, 1940/1950s

By Paul Boman

Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa

Scandinavian Modern cabinet, manufactured by Paul Boman, 1940/1950s. Elm. Marked. Shelfs and

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Elm

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, "Colosseum" Cabinet, Walnut, USA, 1950s
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, "Colosseum" Cabinet, Walnut, USA, 1950s

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, "Colosseum" Cabinet, Walnut, USA, 1950s

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in High Point, NC

A walnut "Colosseum" cabinet designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Italian Walnut Library Cabinet, 1950s, Adjustable Shelves
Vintage Italian Walnut Library Cabinet, 1950s, Adjustable Shelves

Vintage Italian Walnut Library Cabinet, 1950s, Adjustable Shelves

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Italian walnut library cabinet. The top has three compartments with adjustable glass

Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Alvar Aalto Cabinet Model. 810 in Birch, Artek 1950s
Alvar Aalto Cabinet Model. 810 in Birch, Artek 1950s

Alvar Aalto Cabinet Model. 810 in Birch, Artek 1950s

By Huonekalu-Ja Rakennustyötedas Oy, Artek, Alvar Aalto

Located in Helsinki, FI

A rare cabinet model 810 designed by Alvar Aalto and manufactured by Artek in Finland in the 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Birch

Pair of 1950s Mahogany and Bronze Cabinets or Nightstands
Pair of 1950s Mahogany and Bronze Cabinets or Nightstands

Pair of 1950s Mahogany and Bronze Cabinets or Nightstands

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 1950s mahogany and bronze cabinets or nightstands. Has a solid, heavy bronze handle, a

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Italian Vintage Industrial Cabinet, Metal and Leather, Italy 1950s
Italian Vintage Industrial Cabinet, Metal and Leather, Italy 1950s

Italian Vintage Industrial Cabinet, Metal and Leather, Italy 1950s

Located in Roma, IT

Beautiful original industrial cabinet with ten drawers, 1950s. This amazing piece was manufactured

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Steel

1950s Leon Martin Dental Showcase Cabinet, Steel & Glass, Rotating
1950s Leon Martin Dental Showcase Cabinet, Steel & Glass, Rotating

1950s Leon Martin Dental Showcase Cabinet, Steel & Glass, Rotating

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Real dentist’s furniture by Leon Martin, round and rotating, on metal casters; composed of a box articulated on a base around a central axis with a black glass and also turnable top....

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Vintage 1950s Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Paul Frankl, Cabinet & Top Mahogany, Brass, Cork, USA, 1950s
Paul Frankl, Cabinet & Top Mahogany, Brass, Cork, USA, 1950s

Paul Frankl, Cabinet & Top Mahogany, Brass, Cork, USA, 1950s

By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Company

Located in Buffalo, NY

A stunning dark-stained mahogany, brass and cork cabinet, designed by Paul Frankl and produced by

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

1950s, Cabinet/Buffet 'Nordens Flora' by Carl Axel Magnus Lindman
1950s, Cabinet/Buffet 'Nordens Flora' by Carl Axel Magnus Lindman

1950s, Cabinet/Buffet 'Nordens Flora' by Carl Axel Magnus Lindman

By Carl Axel Lindman

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

A striking 1950s teak and beech cabinet or buffet, richly decorated with illustrations from Nordens

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Cabinets

Materials

Beech, Teak, Paper

Cabinet / End Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1950s
Cabinet / End Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1950s

Cabinet / End Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1950s

By Gianfranco Frattini, Bernini

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A Mid-Century Modern walnut cabinet / end table designed by Gianfranco Frattini. This cabinet has

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Ash Italian Mid-Century Modern Two-Piece Cabinet, 1950s
Ash Italian Mid-Century Modern Two-Piece Cabinet, 1950s

Ash Italian Mid-Century Modern Two-Piece Cabinet, 1950s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and rare Mid-Century Modern two-piece cabinet. Striking Italian design from the 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Ash

Midcentury French Modernist Cabinet Vaisselier, 1950s
Midcentury French Modernist Cabinet Vaisselier, 1950s

Midcentury French Modernist Cabinet Vaisselier, 1950s

Located in Paris, IDF

the 1950s. On the front and top of the cabinet, the oak displays a striped lightwood/dark wood pattern

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Copper

Italian Mid-Century Modern Bar Cabinet, Birdseye Maple, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Modern Bar Cabinet, Birdseye Maple, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Modern Bar Cabinet, Birdseye Maple, 1950s

Located in Berlin, DE

Italian Cabinet in Birdseye Maple, 1950s and mirrored interior and inside lighting. The shapes and

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

1950s Regency Pietra Dura Style Painted Mahogany Demilune Cabinet
1950s Regency Pietra Dura Style Painted Mahogany Demilune Cabinet

1950s Regency Pietra Dura Style Painted Mahogany Demilune Cabinet

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a 1940s/50s Italian regency Pietra Dura style painted flame mahogany demilune cabinet. It

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Vintage 1950s Italian Regency Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Tall Rosewood Veneer Cabinet with Key by SAM, France 1950s
Tall Rosewood Veneer Cabinet with Key by SAM, France 1950s

Tall Rosewood Veneer Cabinet with Key by SAM, France 1950s

Located in Chicago, IL

A tall 1950s Mid-Century Modern cabinet designed in France by SAM (Société Auxiliaire du Meuble

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

1950s Rare Wooden Bar Cabinet, Czechoslovakia
1950s Rare Wooden Bar Cabinet, Czechoslovakia

1950s Rare Wooden Bar Cabinet, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- Carefully refurbished - Rare model - By KMEN

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Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Billy Haines Cabinets with Textured Tops, Kirk Douglas Estate, 1950s
Billy Haines Cabinets with Textured Tops, Kirk Douglas Estate, 1950s

Billy Haines Cabinets with Textured Tops, Kirk Douglas Estate, 1950s

By William Billy Haines

Located in Palm Desert, CA

These Billy Haines cabinets, most likely bedside, with textured tops, from the estate of Kirk and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

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1950s Kitchen Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1950s kitchen cabinet for your home. A 1950s kitchen cabinet — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1950s kitchen cabinet — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each 1950s kitchen cabinet bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Industrial hallmarks is very popular. A well-made 1950s kitchen cabinet has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by George Nelson, Paul McCobb and Edward Wormley are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1950s Kitchen Cabinet?

Prices for a 1950s kitchen cabinet start at $92 and top out at $172,330 with the average selling for $4,102.

Finding the Right Cabinets for You

Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.

The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.

Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.

The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.

A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.

One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.

Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.

Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.

Questions About 1950s Kitchen Cabinet
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes lacquer is good for kitchen cabinets since it is hard and durable. Lacquer finishes tend to be quite smooth and seamless.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Traditional knobs and metal bars are the most popular kitchen cabinet pulls. They’re timeless and easily customizable.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can do a number of things with metal kitchen cabinets. They can provide storage space not only in a kitchen, but also in other rooms of the home. To enhance their appearance, consider refinishing them or installing new hardware. Find a variety of metal kitchen cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While a lot has to do with personal preference and price point, the best wood for cabinets include Red Oak, White Oak, Maple Wood, Hickory Wood, Cherry Wood and Birch Wood. All of these are fairly strong and durable.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Corner kitchen cabinets tend to be bigger than regular cabinets. Using corner cabinets to store larger items, such as blenders, rice cookers and slow-cookers, is an efficient way to put these furnishings to work.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Considering the fact that oak kitchen cabinets were most popular during the 1980s and 90s, they may feel slightly outdated today. However, depending on how the rest of the kitchen is designed, oak cabinets can certainly appear more contemporary.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Modular kitchen cabinets can be made out of any material, but wood, steel and fiberboard are the most common materials.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, painting kitchen cabinets is a great idea. Painting kitchen cabinets is quite economical and can give your kitchen a stylish, updated look.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.

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