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Afghanistan Chest

Large Afghan chest, early 20th century work
Large Afghan chest, early 20th century work

Large Afghan chest, early 20th century work

H 53.15 in W 50.01 in D 26.78 in

Large Afghan chest, early 20th century work

Located in MONTESSON, FR

This large chest is probably Afghan work from the late 19th, early 20th century. It opens with a

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Antique Early 1900s Afghan Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Hand Carved Nuristani Storage Chest
Antique Hand Carved Nuristani Storage Chest

Antique Hand Carved Nuristani Storage Chest

H 25.99 in W 51.19 in D 17.72 in

Antique Hand Carved Nuristani Storage Chest

Located in Aartselaar, BE

This antique chest is unique and beautiful, likely handmade in the Nuristan province of northeast

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Early 20th Century Afghan Tribal Blanket Chests

Materials

Steel

Middle Eastern Kilim Upholstered Stained Pine Table Chest
Middle Eastern Kilim Upholstered Stained Pine Table Chest

Middle Eastern Kilim Upholstered Stained Pine Table Chest

Located in Germantown, MD

A skillfully Kilim Upholstered Stained Pine Middle Eastern Table Chest with nail head decorated

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Early 20th Century Afghani Carved Wood and Iron Storage Box
Early 20th Century Afghani Carved Wood and Iron Storage Box

Early 20th Century Afghani Carved Wood and Iron Storage Box

Located in Wainscott, NY

An early 20th century carved hardwood storage chest from Afghanistan, retains its original iron

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Early 20th Century Afghan Primitive Decorative Boxes

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Antique c19th Century Carved Turkman Dowry Chest, Afghanistan, Central Asia
Antique c19th Century Carved Turkman Dowry Chest, Afghanistan, Central Asia

Antique c19th Century Carved Turkman Dowry Chest, Afghanistan, Central Asia

Located in Hitchin, England

An amazing antique c19th century chest originating from the Turkman people of Afghanistan, Central

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Antique Late 18th Century Afghan Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Antique C 19th Century Carved Nuristan Raised Chest, Central Asia
Antique C 19th Century Carved Nuristan Raised Chest, Central Asia

Antique C 19th Century Carved Nuristan Raised Chest, Central Asia

Located in Hitchin, England

An amazing antique c19th century raised chest originating from Nuristan, Central Asia. Nuristan is

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Antique Late 18th Century Afghan Rustic Cabinets

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Walnut

Ancient Kafiristan Nuristan Dowry Treasure Chest
Ancient Kafiristan Nuristan Dowry Treasure Chest

Ancient Kafiristan Nuristan Dowry Treasure Chest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ancient Kafiristan (Nuristan) dowry treasure chest Approximate dimensions: 37" wide, 26" high

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Antique 'Star Anise' Hand Carved Dowry Textile Chest, Nuristan, Afghanistan
Antique 'Star Anise' Hand Carved Dowry Textile Chest, Nuristan, Afghanistan

Antique 'Star Anise' Hand Carved Dowry Textile Chest, Nuristan, Afghanistan

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A striking antique chest from the Nuristan province of northeast Afghanistan, dating to the late

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Antique Late 19th Century Afghan Modern Cabinets

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Steel

Carved Afghan Chest
Carved Afghan Chest

Carved Afghan Chest

H 41 in W 37.5 in D 23 in

Carved Afghan Chest

Located in Austin, TX

A hand crafted wood chest from the Middle East, probably Afghanistan. Detailed heavy

Category

Antique 19th Century Afghan Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

Afghan Blanket Chest
Afghan Blanket Chest

Afghan Blanket Chest

H 41 in W 37.5 in D 23 in

Afghan Blanket Chest

Located in San Francisco, CA

A hand crafted wood chest from the Middle East, probably the mysterious tribal regions of

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Antique 19th Century Afghan Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

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