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Cabinet With Butterflies

Large 19th Century Wooden Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware
Large 19th Century Wooden Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Large 19th Century Wooden Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A large wedding cabinet from the 19th century, with two pairs of double doors and large butterfly

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Qing Dynasty Ningbo Red Lacquered Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware
Qing Dynasty Ningbo Red Lacquered Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Qing Dynasty Ningbo Red Lacquered Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

butterfly hardware. Created in Eastern China during the Qing Dynasty, this wedding cabinet captures our

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Late Qing Dynasty  Red Lacquer Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware
Late Qing Dynasty  Red Lacquer Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Late Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period red lacquered cabinet from the early 20th century, with

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Wood

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Barberini Cabinet with Butterflies
18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Barberini Cabinet with Butterflies

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Barberini Cabinet with Butterflies

By Porte Italia

Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT

Cabinet with Internal Shelf. The Barberini cabinet is a charming little daydream dressed in chalky white

Category

2010s Italian Other Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Barberini Small Chalky White with Butterflies Cabinet
Barberini Small Chalky White with Butterflies Cabinet

Barberini Small Chalky White with Butterflies Cabinet

$7,915

H 35.04 in W 31.5 in D 15.95 in

Barberini Small Chalky White with Butterflies Cabinet

By Porte Italia

Located in Milan, IT

Barberini Small Cabinet features a compact design elevated on slim legs, offering an airy presence

Category

2010s Italian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Antique Side Cabinet with Large Butterfly on Doors
Antique Side Cabinet with Large Butterfly on Doors

Antique Side Cabinet with Large Butterfly on Doors

$4,140

H 34.25 in W 38.75 in D 22.25 in

Antique Side Cabinet with Large Butterfly on Doors

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty cabinet from the 19th century with brass butterfly hardware, two drawers

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

White-Green Lombardia Bamboo Cabinet with Ferns and Butterflies
White-Green Lombardia Bamboo Cabinet with Ferns and Butterflies

White-Green Lombardia Bamboo Cabinet with Ferns and Butterflies

$12,225 / item

H 35.83 in W 53.94 in D 18.12 in

White-Green Lombardia Bamboo Cabinet with Ferns and Butterflies

By Porte Italia

Located in Milan, IT

-green bamboo and playful butterflies, this whimsical cabinet is a source of joy and amusement. Its

Category

2010s Italian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Red Lacquered Cabinet with Hand-Painted Butterfly and Bird Motifs
Red Lacquered Cabinet with Hand-Painted Butterfly and Bird Motifs

Red Lacquered Cabinet with Hand-Painted Butterfly and Bird Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese late Qing dynasty period red lacquered cabinet from the early 20th century, with gilt

Category

20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Red Lacquered Cabinet with Hand-Painted Butterflies and Storage Drawers
Red Lacquered Cabinet with Hand-Painted Butterflies and Storage Drawers

Red Lacquered Cabinet with Hand-Painted Butterflies and Storage Drawers

Located in Yonkers, NY

A red lacquered cabinet adorned with hand-painted butterfly and foliage motifs, this tall storage

Category

20th Century Chinese Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Asian Black Lacquered Side Cabinets With Hand Painted Butterflies, a Pair
Asian Black Lacquered Side Cabinets With Hand Painted Butterflies, a Pair

Asian Black Lacquered Side Cabinets With Hand Painted Butterflies, a Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful pair of Asian black lacquered side cabinets with hand painted butterflies.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Other Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Paint

A Butterfly Style Storage Cabinet With Carved Spandrels
A Butterfly Style Storage Cabinet With Carved Spandrels

A Butterfly Style Storage Cabinet With Carved Spandrels

$3,400Sale Price|30% Off

H 31.5 in W 40.5 in D 19 in

A Butterfly Style Storage Cabinet With Carved Spandrels

Located in Chicago, IL

A Chinese Provincial-style wooden butterfly cabinet from the 19th century, with carved spandrels

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

A Butterfly Style Storage Chest with Original Patina
A Butterfly Style Storage Chest with Original Patina

A Butterfly Style Storage Chest with Original Patina

$3,800

H 33.5 in W 41.5 in D 19.25 in

A Butterfly Style Storage Chest with Original Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

This elegant small coffer features a floating panel top and two drawers sitting above storage area with three carved panels. The front of the drawers and the lower panels are carved ...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Butterfly Style Storage Chest with 2 Drawers, Original Patina
Butterfly Style Storage Chest with 2 Drawers, Original Patina

Butterfly Style Storage Chest with 2 Drawers, Original Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

Qing Dynasty style butterfly cabinet is a great focal point in any home, particularly in an entry.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Sideboards

Materials

Elm

Korean Late 19th Century Two-Toned Side Chest with Brass Butterfly Hardware
Korean Late 19th Century Two-Toned Side Chest with Brass Butterfly Hardware

Korean Late 19th Century Two-Toned Side Chest with Brass Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Korean two-toned side chest from the late 19th century, with double doors and brass butterfly

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Korean Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mid Century American of Martinsville Nine Drawer Dresser with Butterfly Joints
Mid Century American of Martinsville Nine Drawer Dresser with Butterfly Joints

Mid Century American of Martinsville Nine Drawer Dresser with Butterfly Joints

By American of Martinsville

Located in Baltimore, MD

furniture producers of the Mid-century era. Featuring a rectangular top accented with butterfly joints over

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Hand Painted Venetian Pink Bamboo Fiesole Chest with Butterflies
18th Century Hand Painted Venetian Pink Bamboo Fiesole Chest with Butterflies

18th Century Hand Painted Venetian Pink Bamboo Fiesole Chest with Butterflies

By Porte Italia

Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT

Double Fiesole Chest of Drawers with butterflies decor. This eclectic piece will bring just the right

Category

2010s Italian Other Buffets

Materials

Wood

Tiepolo Green with Colorful Butterflies Tall Chest of Drawers
Tiepolo Green with Colorful Butterflies Tall Chest of Drawers

Tiepolo Green with Colorful Butterflies Tall Chest of Drawers

By Porte Italia

Located in Milan, IT

colorful butterflies, each detailed with subtle shading to enhance their lifelike appearance. Its slender

Category

2010s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Burl Wood Campaign Tall Chest With Brass Butterfly Details
Burl Wood Campaign Tall Chest With Brass Butterfly Details

Burl Wood Campaign Tall Chest With Brass Butterfly Details

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A vintage burl wood campaign style tall chest with brass butterfly design details. The chest of

Category

Mid-20th Century Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Burl

ANTIQUE LATE QING DYNASTY BUTTERFLY CHEST ELM WOOD WITH DRAWERs
ANTIQUE LATE QING DYNASTY BUTTERFLY CHEST ELM WOOD WITH DRAWERs

ANTIQUE LATE QING DYNASTY BUTTERFLY CHEST ELM WOOD WITH DRAWERs

Located in Reutlingen, DE

Dreamily beautiful and elegant antique Chinese altar table made of solid elm wood, sealed with transparent shellac. It is particularly distinguished by its gorgeous hand-carved flor...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Midcentury Side Chest with Three-Drawers and Traditional Butterfly Hardware
Midcentury Side Chest with Three-Drawers and Traditional Butterfly Hardware

Midcentury Side Chest with Three-Drawers and Traditional Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

, this piece boasts three spacious drawers, each adorned with traditional butterfly cut hardware that

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Petite Italian 1820s Walnut Five-Drawer Commode with Butterfly Veneer
Petite Italian 1820s Walnut Five-Drawer Commode with Butterfly Veneer

Petite Italian 1820s Walnut Five-Drawer Commode with Butterfly Veneer

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Italian petite walnut commode from the early 19th century, with butterfly veneer and five

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Austrian 19th Century Biedermeier Commode with Three Butterfly Veneered Drawers
Austrian 19th Century Biedermeier Commode with Three Butterfly Veneered Drawers

Austrian 19th Century Biedermeier Commode with Three Butterfly Veneered Drawers

Located in Atlanta, GA

corners in the front, sitting above three butterfly veneered drawers fitted with classical brass hardware

Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinet with Gilded Butterflies
19th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinet with Gilded Butterflies

19th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinet with Gilded Butterflies

Located in Atlanta, GA

Beautifully painted Chinese red lacquered cabinet with gilded butterflies. Hand crafted and hand

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Antique Korean Tansu Butterfly Cabinet or Chest Elm Wood with Brass Inlay
Antique Korean Tansu Butterfly Cabinet or Chest Elm Wood with Brass Inlay

Antique Korean Tansu Butterfly Cabinet or Chest Elm Wood with Brass Inlay

Located in Plainview, NY

hardware in the shape of a butterfly was common and therefore the cabinet is named after it. The cabinet is

Category

Antique 19th Century Korean Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

PAIR French Bedside Cabinets Chinoiserie Butterfly Gilt Lacquer Tables
PAIR French Bedside Cabinets Chinoiserie Butterfly Gilt Lacquer Tables

PAIR French Bedside Cabinets Chinoiserie Butterfly Gilt Lacquer Tables

Located in Shreveport, LA

PAIR French Bedside Cabinets Chinoiserie Butterfly Gilt Lacquer Tables. Direct from England, a

Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Chinese Elm Butterfly Handle Bedside Side End Lamp Wine Tables Cupboards
Pair of Chinese Elm Butterfly Handle Bedside Side End Lamp Wine Tables Cupboards

Pair of Chinese Elm Butterfly Handle Bedside Side End Lamp Wine Tables Cupboards

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of Chinese elm side table cabinets with

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Elm

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Art Deco Walnut Display Cabinet Bookcase with Butterfly Front
Art Deco Walnut Display Cabinet Bookcase with Butterfly Front

Art Deco Walnut Display Cabinet Bookcase with Butterfly Front

Unavailable

H 48.04 in W 34.65 in D 11.82 in

Art Deco Walnut Display Cabinet Bookcase with Butterfly Front

Located in London, GB

Art Deco vitrine in walnut with glazed front doors having a fretwork design of a butterfly. Also

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20th Century British Art Deco Vitrines

Materials

Walnut

Silver Dresser with Butterfly Print in the Style of Rococo
Silver Dresser with Butterfly Print in the Style of Rococo

Silver Dresser with Butterfly Print in the Style of Rococo

Located in San Francisco, CA

An ornate and lavish two-drawer chest in Rococo style. Detailed pulls and leg accents. Butterfly

Category

Mid-20th Century American Rococo Dressers

Antique Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Mother-of-Pearl
Antique Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Mother-of-Pearl

Antique Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Mother-of-Pearl

Unavailable

H 62 in W 39.5 in D 18.25 in

Antique Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Mother-of-Pearl

Located in SOMIS, CA

cabinet with more butterflies repeated on the lower section. Butterflies are found again on the top poem

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Mid-Century Polished Brass Cabinet with Butterfly Appliques and Brass Legs
Mid-Century Polished Brass Cabinet with Butterfly Appliques and Brass Legs

Mid-Century Polished Brass Cabinet with Butterfly Appliques and Brass Legs

By Schumacher

Located in New York, NY

Schumacher Mid-Century Polished Brass Cabinet with Butterfly Appliques and Brass Legs Encased in

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

19th Century Qing Dynasty Period Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware
19th Century Qing Dynasty Period Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

19th Century Qing Dynasty Period Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

large butterfly hardware. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this wedding cabinet features two

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Pair of English Collectors Specimen Cabinets with Butterflies and Insects
Pair of English Collectors Specimen Cabinets with Butterflies and Insects

Pair of English Collectors Specimen Cabinets with Butterflies and Insects

Located in London, GB

cabinet, which exhibit finely preserved examples of specimens from the Butterfly families; the platforms

Category

Antique 19th Century European William IV Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Korean 19th Century Two Part Elm Tansu Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Mounts
Korean 19th Century Two Part Elm Tansu Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Mounts

Korean 19th Century Two Part Elm Tansu Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Mounts

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

doors mounted with butterfly hinges and butterfly center-mount. The doors open up to paper lined

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Korean Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Antique Korean Two-Part Blanked Chest, Brass Butterfly Hardware
Antique Korean Two-Part Blanked Chest, Brass Butterfly Hardware

Antique Korean Two-Part Blanked Chest, Brass Butterfly Hardware

By Santosh Manchanda

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very attractive early 20th century Korean Tansu two-part cabinet with butterfly hardware. Love the

Category

Antique 1890s Korean Meiji Blanket Chests

Materials

Elm

Butterfly Style Storage Cabinet with Carved Spandrels
Butterfly Style Storage Cabinet with Carved Spandrels

Butterfly Style Storage Cabinet with Carved Spandrels

Located in Chicago, IL

A Chinese Ming-style wooden butterfly cabinet from the 19th century, with carved spandrels, drawers

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Antique Side Cabinet with Drawers, Shelf & Butterfly Key
Antique Side Cabinet with Drawers, Shelf & Butterfly Key

Antique Side Cabinet with Drawers, Shelf & Butterfly Key

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period dark brown lacquered cabinet from the early 20th century with

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Original Patina
Qing Dynasty Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Original Patina

Qing Dynasty Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Original Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

This Qing dynasty butterfly cabinet is from Shandong, China and was made from elmwood, circa 19th

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sideboards

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Qing Dynasty Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Original Patina
Qing Dynasty Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Original Patina

Qing Dynasty Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Original Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

This Qing dynasty butterfly cabinet is from Shandong, China and was made from elmwood and lacquer

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sideboards

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Qing Dynasty Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Original Patina
Qing Dynasty Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Original Patina

Qing Dynasty Chinese Butterfly Cabinet with Original Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

This Qing dynasty butterfly cabinet is from Shandong, China and was made from elmwood and lacquer

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sideboards

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Antique Chinese Double Wide Wedding Chest
Antique Chinese Double Wide Wedding Chest

Antique Chinese Double Wide Wedding Chest

Located in Yonkers, NY

Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Brass Hardware. Three Exterior Drawers Four Interior Drawers Three

Category

20th Century Chinese Furniture

Qing-Dynasty Butterfly Cabinet with Original Lacquer and Patina
Qing-Dynasty Butterfly Cabinet with Original Lacquer and Patina

Qing-Dynasty Butterfly Cabinet with Original Lacquer and Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

This handsome Qing-Dynasty “Butterfly Cabinet” is from China was made from elmwood and lacquer

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sideboards

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Early 20th Century Chinese Tapered Butterfly Cabinet
Early 20th Century Chinese Tapered Butterfly Cabinet

Early 20th Century Chinese Tapered Butterfly Cabinet

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century Chinese red lacquered elmwood cabinet with exaggerated proportions and

Category

Antique 19th Century Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Art Nouveau Wall Cabinet in Marquetry with Iris and Butterfly Motifs, France
Art Nouveau Wall Cabinet in Marquetry with Iris and Butterfly Motifs, France

Art Nouveau Wall Cabinet in Marquetry with Iris and Butterfly Motifs, France

Located in VÉZELAY, FR

Add a touch of rare elegance to your home with this exquisite Art Nouveau wall cabinet, crafted

Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Qing Dynasty Butterfly Cabinet with a Pair of Doors and a Drawer
Qing Dynasty Butterfly Cabinet with a Pair of Doors and a Drawer

Qing Dynasty Butterfly Cabinet with a Pair of Doors and a Drawer

Located in Chicago, IL

Beautifully aged Qing dynasty cabinet from Shandong, China made from elmwood, circa 19th century

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

c.1900 Chinese Red Lacquer 2pc "Butterfly" Cabinet
c.1900 Chinese Red Lacquer 2pc "Butterfly" Cabinet

c.1900 Chinese Red Lacquer 2pc "Butterfly" Cabinet

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Beautifully hand painted Chinese red lacquer two piece cabinet with a butterfly motif and two

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Hand Painted Butterfly Red & Black Lacquer Cabinet
Vintage Chinese Hand Painted Butterfly Red & Black Lacquer Cabinet

Vintage Chinese Hand Painted Butterfly Red & Black Lacquer Cabinet

Located in West Chester, PA

Vintage Chinese red and black lacquer cabinet with hand painted Butterfly detail and brass

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cupboards

Materials

Brass

English Bamboo Bookshelf with Butterfly Decoupage
English Bamboo Bookshelf with Butterfly Decoupage

English Bamboo Bookshelf with Butterfly Decoupage

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

been recently refinished with a black and gold decoupage butterfly motif that is similar to the color

Category

Antique 19th Century English Other Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo, Wood, Paint, Paper

Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings with Original Patina
Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings with Original Patina

Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings with Original Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

This handsome chest is from Shandong, China and made from elmwood, circa late Qing dynasty. The piece features two drawers, intricate hard-carved details, and original patina.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sideboards

Materials

Elm

Mid-Century Danish Credenza with Butterfly Handles
Mid-Century Danish Credenza with Butterfly Handles

Mid-Century Danish Credenza with Butterfly Handles

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Cabinet Door. Newly Refinished. Size: 87 x 18 x 30.75

Category

20th Century Danish Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings and Original Patina
Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings and Original Patina

Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings and Original Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

This handsome chest is from Shandong, China and made from elmwood circa late Qing dynasty. The piece features one drawers, a sliding door that exposes a compartment for additional st...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Red and Black Chinoiserie Lacquer Cupboard Decorated with Butterflies
Red and Black Chinoiserie Lacquer Cupboard Decorated with Butterflies

Red and Black Chinoiserie Lacquer Cupboard Decorated with Butterflies

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Red and black chinoiserie lacquer cupboard decorated with butterflies The cupboard is made in

Category

Early 20th Century Qing Cabinets

Materials

Lacquer

19th Century Korean Wooden Side Chest with Brass Butterfly Hardware
19th Century Korean Wooden Side Chest with Brass Butterfly Hardware

19th Century Korean Wooden Side Chest with Brass Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Korean wooden side chest from the 19th century with double doors and brass butterfly-shaped

Category

Antique 19th Century Korean Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Large Hope Chest, Blanket Box with Butterflies
Large Hope Chest, Blanket Box with Butterflies

Large Hope Chest, Blanket Box with Butterflies

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Great hand painted chest with Tree of Life and Butterflies

Category

Antique 19th Century Latvian Blanket Chests

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Korean Wooden Side Chest with Drawers and Butterfly Hardware
19th Century Korean Wooden Side Chest with Drawers and Butterfly Hardware

19th Century Korean Wooden Side Chest with Drawers and Butterfly Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

butterfly hardware. Born in Korea during the 19th century, this side chest features a rectangular top with

Category

Antique 19th Century Korean Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Black Lacquer Armoire With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif
Black Lacquer Armoire With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif

Black Lacquer Armoire With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif

Located in Greenwich, CT

A very refined and elegant black lacquer armoire with fine hand painted butterfly motif in gold

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Gold

Butterfly Style Storage Chest with 2 Drawers and Original Patina
Butterfly Style Storage Chest with 2 Drawers and Original Patina

Butterfly Style Storage Chest with 2 Drawers and Original Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

This elegant small Chinse coffer, called a butterfly cabinet, features a floating panel top sitting

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Sideboards

Materials

Elm

Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings with Original Patina
Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings with Original Patina

Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings with Original Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

This handsome chest is from Henan, China and made from elmwood, circa middle Qing dynasty. The piece features two drawers, intricate hard-carved details, and original patina.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Fine Black Lacquer Armoire With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif
Fine Black Lacquer Armoire With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif

Fine Black Lacquer Armoire With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif

Located in Greenwich, CT

A refined and elegant black lacquer armoire with gold gilt butterfly motif, brass fitting

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Lacquer

Late Qing Dynasty Small Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings and Original Patina
Late Qing Dynasty Small Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings and Original Patina

Late Qing Dynasty Small Butterfly Chest with Carved Wings and Original Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

This handsome side chest is from Shanxi, China and made from elm wood, in the late 19th century. The piece features two doors and a drawer located inside. Its wings are intricately h...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Oak & Walnut Credenza with Butterfly Joinery by Harold Schwartz for Romweber
Oak & Walnut Credenza with Butterfly Joinery by Harold Schwartz for Romweber

Oak & Walnut Credenza with Butterfly Joinery by Harold Schwartz for Romweber

By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.

Located in Dallas, TX

Stunning oak credenza by Harold Schwartz for Romweber. The inlaid butterfly joiner on the cabinet

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak, Walnut

English Chest with Butterfly and Moth Decoupage
English Chest with Butterfly and Moth Decoupage

English Chest with Butterfly and Moth Decoupage

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H 41.25 in W 41.38 in D 19.63 in

English Chest with Butterfly and Moth Decoupage

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A playful twist on an antique pine chest of drawers. Recently painted black with a butterfly and

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Antique 19th Century English Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Pine, Paint

19th Century Qing Style Lacquer Painted Trunk with Butterfly Motifs
19th Century Qing Style Lacquer Painted Trunk with Butterfly Motifs

19th Century Qing Style Lacquer Painted Trunk with Butterfly Motifs

Located in San Marino, CA

This 19th century lacquer painted Chinese trunk is designed with stunning butterfly motifs along

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests

Materials

Lacquer

English Painted & Decoupage Chest with Butterfly and Flowers
English Painted & Decoupage Chest with Butterfly and Flowers

English Painted & Decoupage Chest with Butterfly and Flowers

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

flowers and butterfly with an interesting boarder.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

C. 1800 Butterfly Style Side Chest with Three Drawers and Original Patina
C. 1800 Butterfly Style Side Chest with Three Drawers and Original Patina

C. 1800 Butterfly Style Side Chest with Three Drawers and Original Patina

Located in Chicago, IL

This elegant small coffer, features a floating panel top sitting above three drawers, each and fitted with boldly-scaled rectangular brass hardware and a curved handle. Beneath the d...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Sideboards

Materials

Elm

A Pair Of Black Lacquer Armires With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif
A Pair Of Black Lacquer Armires With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif

A Pair Of Black Lacquer Armires With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif

Located in Greenwich, CT

A pair of refined and elegant black lacquer armoires with muted gold gilt butterfly motif on the

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Gold

Multi Shelf Industrial Cabinet
Multi Shelf Industrial Cabinet

Multi Shelf Industrial Cabinet

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H 69 in W 50 in D 24 in

Multi Shelf Industrial Cabinet

Located in New York, NY

Industrial cabinet with great screen doors. Butterfly latch hardware.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Cabinets

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Walnut Commode with Butterfly Veneer
French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Walnut Commode with Butterfly Veneer

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Walnut Commode with Butterfly Veneer

Located in Atlanta, GA

drawers and butterfly veneer. Created in France during the 19th century, this Louis-Philippe commode

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Marble

Pair of Austrian 1870s Biedermeier Walnut Commodes with Butterfly Veneer
Pair of Austrian 1870s Biedermeier Walnut Commodes with Butterfly Veneer

Pair of Austrian 1870s Biedermeier Walnut Commodes with Butterfly Veneer

Located in Atlanta, GA

butterfly veneer. Born during the third quarter of the 19th century, each of this pair of Biedermeier

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Walnut

Biedermeier 19th Century Walnut Four-Drawer Commode with Butterfly Veneer
Biedermeier 19th Century Walnut Four-Drawer Commode with Butterfly Veneer

Biedermeier 19th Century Walnut Four-Drawer Commode with Butterfly Veneer

Located in Atlanta, GA

drawers adorned with butterfly veneer and fitted with classical hardware. The ensemble is resting on four

Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

A Pair Of Black Lacquer Chests With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif
A Pair Of Black Lacquer Chests With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif

A Pair Of Black Lacquer Chests With Gold Gilt Butterfly Motif

Located in Greenwich, CT

A pair of very refined black lacquer chests with gold gilt butterfly motif and brass fitting. View

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Gold

Japanese Meiji Period Two-Part Tansu Clothing Chest with Butterfly Motifs
Japanese Meiji Period Two-Part Tansu Clothing Chest with Butterfly Motifs

Japanese Meiji Period Two-Part Tansu Clothing Chest with Butterfly Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

hardware and butterfly accents. Born in Japan during the 19th century, this wooden tansu chest is a fine

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Italian 1820s Tall Bleached Walnut Four-Drawer Commode with Butterfly Veneer
Italian 1820s Tall Bleached Walnut Four-Drawer Commode with Butterfly Veneer

Italian 1820s Tall Bleached Walnut Four-Drawer Commode with Butterfly Veneer

Located in Atlanta, GA

, adorned with butterfly veneer. Raised on four cylindrical legs, this bleached walnut Italian commode circa

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

French 1870s Napoléon III Commode with Butterfly Veneer and White Marble Top
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Cabinet With Butterflies For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of cabinet with butterflies for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique cabinet with butterflies was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. We have 61 antique and vintage cabinet with butterflies in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Cabinet with butterflies have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Cabinet with butterflies bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many cabinet with butterflies are appealing in their simplicity, but Chris Lehrecke, Harold Schwartz and Romweber Furniture Co. produced popular cabinet with butterflies that are worth a look.

How Much are Cabinet With Butterflies?

Cabinet with butterflies can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,400, while the lowest priced sells for $759 and the highest can go for as much as $52,208.

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 Butterflies
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A butterfly leaf is a leaf in the center of a table that has a central seam and so can be folded and stored under the table top when not in use. It is called “butterfly” because when the leaf is opened to be put in place, it resembles a pair of wings.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A butterfly table is a table that features a fold-out design that allows you to expand the table surface when needed. The name refers to the butterfly-like motion of the table leaf as it is folded out. Shop a collection of beautifully crafted butterfly tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A butterfly box is a nesting box built for butterflies to have shelter during nasty weather. These boxes are usually made of wood and have multiple vertical openings for butterflies to enter. These boxes will not only add up the beauty of your garden but also will help the population of butterflies to sustain. Shop a range of butterfly boxes from top sellers and makers around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A Butterfly hook is a hook that can be mounted on walls, shelves or cupboards and used for hanging bags, coats and hats. The two spreading wings of the butterfly hook make it very functional and also aesthetically appealing. It is easy to install and will blend well into any furniture style. Shop on 1stDibs for butterfly hooks today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What butterfly necklaces mean is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Many people associate butterflies with change and rebirth because of the life cycle of the butterfly, which starts out its life as a caterpillar. You'll find a variety of butterfly necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy made the butterfly chair. The three architects created the design in 1938 at their firm in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Their design draws inspiration from Joseph Beverly Fenby's Tripolina chair produced in 1877. Shop a variety of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Butterfly chairs were popular in the 1950s. Due to a renewed interest in mid-century modern design, the chairs are also used to decorate homes today. The original name of the butterfly chair is the BKF after its three designers, Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari Hardoy. You'll find a range of butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not a butterfly chair will fold will depend on the make and model. The butterfly chair was originally designed with metal hairpin legs without hinges or joints. Collector versions of the butterfly chair will not be foldable, however, foldable designs are a popular silhouette for recreational seating.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    A butterfly clip is a type of earring backing. It is a metal disc that rests on two loops that help stabilize and secure it. To use a butterfly clip, you simply slide it onto the round post attached to an earring. Explore a large collection of earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The butterfly leaf of a table is a panel that can be used to expand the surface area of a table. Named after the insect, a butterfly leaf table opens in place, similar to a butterfly's wings, and also folds back into itself, sliding under the table to optimize storage. Shop a selection of butterfly leaf tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Whether or not Butterfly chairs are comfortable is largely a matter of personal opinion. Many people find that the way the upholstery of the Butterfly chair hangs from its metal frame provides plenty of support for the body. Plus, its sling design invites users to settle in and relax. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Butterfly chair, also known as the BKF or Hardoy chair, was made in 1938 in Buenos Aires. It is recognizable by its metal frame and suspended seat, created by the large sling of material hung from the frame’s highest points. Shop the unique style from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy designed the Butterfly chair. The trio met while working in Le Corbusier's studio and then moved to Argentina, where they founded the Grupo Austral. In 1938, they unveiled their now iconic chair, which was inspired by a previous work called Tripolona, which they designed using inspiration from folding, collapsible chairs used by the British military. Shop a collection of Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    What wearing a butterfly necklace means is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people see butterflies as symbols of freedom and hope, while others believe they represent change. Shop a collection of necklaces from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    How you tell if a Butterfly chair is real depends on what you mean by the term "real." If by real you mean an authentic Knoll Butterfly chair produced from 2018 and onwards, first look for the Knoll label found under the seat. Compare this label to images found online to begin to assess its authenticity. Then, examine the metal frame of the chair. An authentic Knoll Butterfly chair will be evenly polished and show no imperfections, such as highly visible welding marks. Any flaws will usually indicate that a piece is counterfeit. On the other hand, if by real you mean an original Butterfly chair made by Antonio Bonet, Juan Kurchan and Jorge Ferrari-Hardoy, the answer is that your chair is unlikely to be. The designers only created three Butterfly chairs, which are all part of museum collections. To learn more about the age and maker of your Butterfly chair, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Explore a range of Knoll Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell a real Hardoy Butterfly chair, examine the frame closely. An authentic chair will have a sturdy steel frame. If the metal seems flimsy or thin, it will unlikely be a genuine Hardoy. In addition, real Butterfly chairs are free of joints and hinges, so you can generally conclude that a chair is a reproduction if you spot either. If you'd like a professional opinion on your chair, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. Find a range of BKF Hardoy Butterfly chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
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    An inset cabinet has doors, shelves and drawers that fit inside the face frame openings, with minimal gaps between the components.

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