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Rare and Handsome Chest or Dresser by Donald Deskey for Luce Furniture Company
Located in Minneapolis, MN
cabinet with bakelite handles that open to reveal three drawers. The lower portion of the dresser features
Category
Vintage 1930s Dressers
Materials
Nickel
H 50.25 in W 36 in D 22.5 in
Vintage Waterfall Carved Satinwood Dressing Table with Bakelite Handles c1940
Located in Big Flats, NY
Waterfall Carved Satinwood Dressing Table with Bakelite Handles, Faux Painted Border, Bookmatched Facing
Category
Mid-20th Century Dressers
Materials
Mirror, Bakelite, Satinwood
H 72 in W 48.5 in D 20 in
Antique Art Deco lowboy dresser with Bakelite pulls and mounted mirror
Located in Freehold, NJ
wood accents, four dovetailed drawers with bakelite pulls, and round mounted mirror with carved wood
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Bakelite, Wood, Mirror
Bauhaus Kitchen Wall Cabinet with Glass Bar 1930s
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
cabinet features a spacious interior with two bakelite doorhandles, as well as a large glass hook rack
Category
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Vanity Veneer Rosewood and Maple with Bakelite Handles, Italy, 1930s
Located in Firenze, IT
two woods enhance the mastery of the cabinet maker. The rosewood and maple wood essences alternate
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Bakelite, Mahogany, Maple, Mirror
H 55.12 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Modern Magnavox Stereo Cabinet with Media Storage
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern media storage cabinet Magnavox features hardwood construction, beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Upholstery, Bakelite, Mahogany
Breathtaking Art Deco Burl Commode With Unique Bakelite, Brass Hardware C.1930
Located in Bernville, PA
Company. A fabulous four drawer book match burl wood chest with rare Bakelite and hand polished brass
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33 in W 46 in D 22 in
Small french two-door Cabinet with extractable side leafs in wood, 1970's
Located in Uithoorn, NL
the bakelite handgrips work great in contrast with the lighter wood. The sideboard has two drawers
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Bakelite, Wood
H 31.89 in W 39.77 in D 20.08 in
Rare 1920s Tabletop Drinks, Cocktail Cabinet with Revolving Inner Storage
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Rare & Quirky 1920s Cylindrical Drinks Cabinet Ideal for Cocktail Making
Item has a door
Category
Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Dry Bars
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco Antique Waterfall Dresser with Carved Mirror
Located in Pasadena, TX
, base, drawers, and mirror.
Four deep drawers with Art Deco bakelite handles. Two door lower shelving.
Category
Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Bakelite
Teak Mid-Century Modern Free Standing Shelving Unit with Writing Table, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
section with two original drawers with the
original bakelite knobs.
The shelving unit will be dismantled
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Iron
H 63.59 in W 42.33 in D 19.69 in
Antique Art Deco Nightstand with Storage Cabinet
Located in Freehold, NJ
, single dovetailed we drawer with Bakelite & chrome hardware, cabinet with interior storage, and two
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Bakelite, Walnut
Art Deco Bar Cabinet
Located in New Orleans, LA
1930's converted Art Deco walnut bar cabinet with bakelite pulls and contrasting grain inlay. 2
Category
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Dry Bars
Materials
Bakelite, Glass, Mirror, Walnut
Art Deco Walnut Figured Two-Door Wardrobe or Armoire with Original Fittings
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
A 1930s Art Deco burr walnut figured two-door wardrobe or armoire with original chrome fittings.
A fine example of Art Deco 1920s-1930s furniture with the luxury interior all orig...
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Bakelite, Walnut
H 78.75 in W 48.04 in D 20.48 in
Art Deco Walnut Figured Two-Door Wardrobe or Armoire with Original Fittings
Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire
A 1930s Art Deco burr walnut figured two door wardrobe or armoire with original fittings.
A fine example of Art Deco 1920s-1930s furniture with the luxury interior all original fitt...
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Bakelite, Walnut
H 60.04 in W 35.83 in D 18.12 in
Early 20th Century Electrical 1 Ohm Resistor Test Piece in Wood, Bakelite, Rare
Located in Dallas, TX
1899.
This is a gorgeous scientific display piece boasting a beautiful polished wood cabinet, heavy
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Scientific Instruments
Materials
Metal
H 6 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in
Belgian Green Enameled Utility Metal Cabinet with Bakelite Handles
By Gispen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Belgian dark green enameled metal utility cabinet with Bakelite handles and teak shelf added. In
Category
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
American Midcentury Oakwood Dentist Cabinet with Bakelite Pulls
Located in Mexico City, MX
Rare American oakwood dentist cabinet, circa 1930.
The 2-body design has 11 drawers, 5 doors and
Category
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Bakelite, Oak
Carved 1930s Bombay Commode Dresser or Cabinet with Bakelite Pulls on High Legs
By Memphis Group
Located in Rockaway, NJ
White wash French art deco bakelite pulls carved bombay dresser on high legs. Overall very
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 34 in W 48 in L 34 in
Custom Industrial Brushed Steel and Maple Island Console
Located in Brooklyn, NY
atop 1920s brushed steel cabinet with bakelite pulls, assembled by cityFoundry in Brooklyn for our CF
Category
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Steel
Vintage Black and White Bakelite Medicine Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage, Italian made, black and white bakelite medicine cabinet with carved door handles. Classic
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Bakelite
Petit Art Deco Burlwood Side Cabinet with Black Glass Top and Bakelite Handles
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful petit sized Art Deco side cabinet or commode in gorgeous burl wood topped with a piece of
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Bakelite, Burl
H 22 in W 24 in D 14.5 in
Antique Art Deco Highboy Dresser with Bakelite Hardware
Located in Freehold, NJ
, detailed trim along the top edges, chrome hardware with bakelite, and unique carved feet.
Matching
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Waterfall Carved Satinwood & Faux Paint Dresser with Bakelite Handles
Located in Big Flats, NY
Waterfall Carved Satinwood Dresser with Foliate Elements, Bakelite Handles, Faux Painted Border and Mirror
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Mirror, Bakelite, Satinwood
H 73 in W 47 in D 22.5 in
Post Box, from the 1930s, Bakelite, Dark Brown with Mottled Color Door
Located in Vienna, Austria
An unusual post box from the 1930s in dark brown bakelite with mottled color on the door. Included
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Modern Cupboards
Materials
Bakelite
H 9.65 in W 13.59 in D 2.37 in
Vintage Waterfall Carved Satinwood & Faux Paint Wardrobe with Bakelite Handles
Located in Big Flats, NY
Waterfall Foliate Carved Satinwood Mirrored Wardrobe with Bookmatched Facing, Bakelite Handles & Faux
Category
Mid-20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Bakelite, Satinwood, Paint
H 64.5 in W 36 in D 22 in
Beautiful Art Deco Burl Armoire with Bakelite Handles
Located in Houston, TX
Fabulous blonde burl wood armoire with bakelite handles. Left door opens to reveal three adjustable
Category
Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Burl
Modern Two-Tone Bleached and Charcoal Credenza/Sideboard with Bakelite Handles
By Dunbar Furniture, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Houston, TX
with bakelite handles. The left door opens to reveal a single shelf, the middle section has three doors
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
H 28.75 in W 72.25 in D 18 in
Art Deco Sideboard with Satin Birch Veneers and Original Bakelite Handles
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
variegated bakelite handles to outside with white bakelite handles to interior. Six integral central drawers
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Birch, Mahogany, Walnut
H 37.6 in W 61.82 in D 22.45 in
Art Deco Book-Matched Walnut and Inlaid Holly High Chest with Bakelite Pulls
Located in New York, NY
An elegant Art Deco book-matched walnut and Inlaid holly high chest with Bakelite pulls, France
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bakelite, Holly, Walnut
Carved Bombay High Chest Dresser with Bakelite Pulls on High Legs, circa 1930s
By Charak Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice shape bombay chest on high legs with beautiful art deco bakelite pulls. Good condition
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bakelite, Walnut
H 56 in W 34 in L 56 in
Vintage Dental Cabinet
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Vintage Dental Cabinet
Cedar with Bakelite Handles.
Category
20th Century Cabinets
Art Deco Cocktail Cabinet
By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
a mirrored, lit central cabinet. Side, shelved cabinets with original bi-coloured bakelite handles
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
1930's English Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers with Bakelite Handles
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
lined drawers. Original bakelite and metal handles.
Dimensions: H 121cm W 76cm D 44cm
Origin
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 47.64 in W 29.93 in D 17.33 in
Art Deco Streamlined Black Lacquer and Walnut Chest with Silvered Bakelite Pulls
Located in New York, NY
stylized foliate and geometric motifs surrounded by tan bakelite. With its clean modernist lines and
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
H 37 in W 39.5 in D 24.5 in
Art Deco Machine Age Low Chest in Book-Matched Walnut with Bakelite Pulls
Located in New York, NY
original Bakelite pulls. The base of each pull is streamlined with banding detail, while the top is
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
H 35.75 in W 47 in D 21.5 in
Secretary Desk Cabinet, circa 1930s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Wonderful secretary desk in cerused oak, France, 1930.
Rectangular cabinet with 3 drawers with
Category
Vintage 1930s French Secretaires
Materials
Oak
Buffet with Two Doors all in Mirror
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Buffet with two doors all in mirror.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Buffets
Materials
Bakelite, Mirror, Wood
Art Decò Sideboard in Walnut with Mirror Top
Located in Premariacco, IT
and four drawers with a set of original period bakelite handles.
The upper mirror top completes the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Mirror, Bakelite, Walnut
Antique Art Deco Chest of Drawers with Mirror
Located in Freehold, NJ
This beautiful antique chest of drawers features original finish, unique chrome & bakelite hardware
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Dressing Table Walnut with Two Drawers and Mirror
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Art Deco dressing table walnut with two drawers and mirror.
Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Bakelite, Walnut
Pierre Cardin Black Lacquered Sideboard with Shaped Wood
By Roche Bobois, Pierre Cardin
Located in Conversano, IT
Pierre Cardin black lacquered sideboard with shaped wood. France, late 70s.
Rare black lacquered sideboard designed by the Master fashion designer Pierre Cardin in France in the ...
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Bakelite, Wood
20th Century Italian Wardrobe in Walnut Wood with Three Doors
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
floral sculptures and original handles in metal and bakelite. Wardrobe which is part of a complete
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Style four door bar with inlaid wood
Located in Houston, TX
The unique combination of woods used in the inlay
Make this a very special piece as well as the fine
Design work. It has two drawers and four doors that
All function easily. It has e...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dry Bars
Materials
Bakelite, Macassar, Satinwood
Very elegant commode all in black mirror with six drawers.
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Very elegant commode all in black mirror with six drawers.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
1920s Art Deco Scandinavian Birch Chest of Drawers with Brass Handles
Located in London, GB
drawer boasts its original brass handles which are mounted on scalloped Bakelite fittings. The chest is
Category
Vintage 1920s Scandinavian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 18.12 in W 39.38 in L 18.12 in
Beautiful 1946 RCA Model 66X8 Red Bakelite Radio
Located in Palm Springs, CA
. This example is an outrageously marbleized cherry red cabinet with original brown Bakelite knobs. This
Category
Vintage 1940s American More Furniture and Collectibles
Art Deco Pair of Bedside Cabinets
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco pair of Bedside Cabinets. Satinwood veneered with original bakelite handles.
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Satinwood
Pair of Art Deco beside Cabinets, English, circa 1930
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A pair of Art Deco bedside cabinets. Walnut veneered with round black bakelite handles. Integral
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Birds Eye Maple Dining Room Suite by Harry & Lou Epstein 1930-35
By Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co
Located in Altrincham, GB
Plinth Supports, All Original Cocktail Cabinet/Sideboard with Bakelite Handles and Interior Lighting
Category
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Dining Room Sets
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Rosewood
Pair of Deco Burl Wood Bedside Cabinets with Bakelite Handles
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of Deco era bedside cabinets date from the 1930s and have a dramatic burl
Category
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Bakelite, Burl
Antique American Oak Card Catalog
Located in Oakville, CT
Remington rand 60-drawer oak index file cabinet with bakelite handles. Cleaned and protected but
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Art Deco Burl Sideboard Cabinet or Dry Bar with Bakelite Pulls
Located in Philadelphia, PA
book matched burl veneers with bakelite handles and bottle carousel which could easily be removed if
Category
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Sideboards
Materials
Bakelite, Wood, Burl
Midcentury Slide Holder with Bakelite Handle, circa 1950
By Globe Wernicke
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
A midcentury portable, two drawer 35mm slide holder with Bakelite handle and brass labels
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Bakelite, Plastic
Swedish Art Deco Cabinet with Secretaire in Walnut Veneer and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cabinet, walnut veneer, oak, bakelite, metal, Sweden, 1930s
Swedish Grace cabinet with secretaire
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Burl Cabinet Dry Bar with Mirrored Interior
By Donald Deskey
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Art Deco cabinet bar having extraordinary burl veneer, marbleized Bakelite handles, and
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Dry Bars
Materials
Mirror, Bakelite, Burl
Art Deco Majestic Skyscraper Style Bar Cabinet with Bookmatched Burled Elm
Located in New York, NY
This bar cabinet features a stunning bookmatched burled elm exterior with bakelite and chrome pulls
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dry Bars
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco Walnut Circular Display Cabinet, Vitrine, English, circa 1930s
Located in Devon, England
and integrates effortlessly with the cabinet . Original bakelite handles. In tip top showroom
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Vitrines
Materials
Bakelite, Glass, Walnut
H 51.97 in W 47.25 in D 13.78 in
American Art Deco Flame Mahogany Commode With Bakelite And Brass Hardware C.1930
Located in Bernville, PA
bakelite and hand polished brass handles. With curving brass elements adorning the side of the piece, it’s
Category
Vintage 1930s American Streamlined Moderne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33.5 in W 44 in D 20 in
Set of Three Adjustable Carlo de Carli Coat Racks with a Drawer and Two Seats
By Fiarm, Carlo De Carli
Located in San Francisco, CA
architect Carlo de Carli and produced by Fiarm in the 1960s. The set comes with 12 bakelite hooks, two wool
Category
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Wool, Mirror, Bakelite, Teak, Plywood
H 70.48 in W 25.2 in D 7.09 in
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Cabinet With Bakelite For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal cabinet with bakelite for your home. Each cabinet with bakelite for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, bakelite and plastic. There are many kinds of the cabinet with bakelite you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A cabinet with bakelite made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made cabinet with bakelite over the years, but those crafted by Norman Bel Geddes, Globe Wernicke and Simmons Company Furniture are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Cabinet With Bakelite?
Prices for a cabinet with bakelite start at $92 and top out at $24,000 with the average selling for $4,320.
Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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.
Questions About Cabinet With Bakelite
- How do I date Bakelite?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To date Bakelite, have a licensed appraiser evaluate the jewelry or decorative object. Although you can find various tests for dating the material online, they all have the potential to damage Bakelite. An appraiser experienced with the material can safely estimate its age. Find a range of expertly vetted Bakelite jewelry and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bakelite radio?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Bakelite radio is a vintage radio crafted from Bakelite molded plastic. These 1930s-era radios were known for their distinguishable Art Deco look. On 1stDibs, find an array of vintage Bakelite radios from top sellers around the world.
- When was Bakelite made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bakelite was the world’s first synthetic plastic, patented in 1909 and very popular until the middle of the 20th century. Other plastics began to gain popularity in the late 1940s, but the retro appeal of bakelite objects make them very collectable today. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique bakelite from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Ericsson DBH 1001 was the first Bakelite phone, designed by Johan Christian Bjerknes and Jean Heiberg in 1930. Heiberg was the designer who created the shape with the idea, with mass production in mind. Bjerknes was the electrical engineer in charge of making it work. Shop a collection of Bakelite phones from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- When were Bakelite phones made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bakelite phones became very popular in the 1930s with the Ericsson DBH 1001 from Sweden. It pioneered the notion of what modern plastic phones should look like. Bakelite phones were less common in the 1940s as other materials became more popular. Shop a collection of antique bakelite phones from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- How can you tell real Bakelite?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021To make sure your jewelry is authentic Bakelite there are a few different tests. You can dip the item in hot water or create friction and the item should have a chemical smell of formaldehyde. Another test, if you rub a cotton swab dipped in baking soda on a test spot (back, inside etc) and if the swab turns yellow it is authentic.
- Is Bakelite jewelry still made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, Bakelite jewelry is no longer made. However, the plastic resin still serves as components for some electronics and avionics. Production of Bakelite jewelry stopped in the 1940s due to the demand for materials for World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Bakelite jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bakelite fell out of popularity during the 1940s due to supply issues during World War II. By the time the war ended, advanced plastics technology had replaced Bakelite with new materials. Shop a collection of antique Bakelite jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, curio cabinet is short for curiosity cabinet. This name comes from the fact that the cabinets allow you to view whatever you store inside through glass doors, sparking curiosity. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of curio cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a pantry cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A pantry cabinet is like a freestanding cupboard for storing dry goods. They’re typically tall and have drawers and shelves.
- What is an apothecary cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
An apothecary cabinet is a type of cupboard formerly used by pharmacists and physicians to store medicines and tools in the many small compartments drawers. Today, apothecary cabinets are popular in homes as antique or rustic-looking decor.
- What is a breakfront cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A breakfront cabinet is a cabinet whose center portion projects beyond the end sections. Shop gorgeous breakfront cabinets at 1stDibs.
- What is a Canterbury cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Canterbury cabinet is a piece of wooden storage furniture with a low profile that originated in Georgian and Victorian England. Original versions had a rack for sheet music at the top and a lower storage drawer. However, designs vary. Find a range of Canterbury cabinets on 1stDibs.
- What is a hutch cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A hutch cabinet — or hutch — refers to a type of case furniture. Today, when people say “hutch,” they are commonly referring to a set of shelves or cabinets placed on top of a lower structure that features cabinets or drawers. Hutches are most often found in dining rooms or kitchens. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary hutches and other case pieces from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a smoker’s cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A smoker's cabinet is a piece of furniture designed to hold accessories used by cigarette and pipe smokers. Although designs vary, most include a swiveling shelf for ashtrays and a pipe rack hidden behind a door. On 1stDibs, find a range of smoker's cabinets.
- What is a curio cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A curio cabinet (or curiosity cabinet) is a large display case typically made of glass with a wooden frame. Small collections are stored in curio cabinets: jewelry, figurines, crystal or any small objects with a common theme.
- What are built in cabinets?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Built-in cabinets are cabinets that are constructed to fit a specific space. Typically these cabinets are set into the wall.
- What is a specimen cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A specimen cabinet refers to a particular style of cabinetry designed to hold scientific specimens. A specimen cabinet will have large and shallow drawers to better display and access the specimens. Shop a selection of cabinets, including specimen cabinets, on 1stDibs.
- What is an inset cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
An inset cabinet has doors, shelves and drawers that fit inside the face frame openings, with minimal gaps between the components.
- What are lacquered cabinets?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Lacquer refers to the finish of the cabinet, and provides a kind of glossy appearance. You would paint the cabinets a base color, and then apply a lacquered layer overtop for the desired look. You’ll find a large variety of lacquered furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.