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19th Century Mahogany Curtain-Buffet with a Marble Top
19th Century Mahogany Curtain-Buffet with a Marble Top

19th Century Mahogany Curtain-Buffet with a Marble Top

$5,359

H 40.95 in W 31.11 in D 19.3 in

19th Century Mahogany Curtain-Buffet with a Marble Top

By Faubourg

Located in NICE, FR

We present you this very unique buffet, crafted from Cuban mahogany in the style of Louis XV during the Napoleon III era.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Buffets

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Handmade Stunning Unique Luxury Artist Buffet
Handmade Stunning Unique Luxury Artist Buffet

Handmade Stunning Unique Luxury Artist Buffet

$23,978

H 37.41 in W 66.93 in D 25.6 in

Handmade Stunning Unique Luxury Artist Buffet

Located in Paris, FR

Everything contributes to create a unique and original piece that mix ancient and modern, primitive and industrial, poor and precious materials, in a fascinating mix.

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2010s European Baroque Revival Buffets

Materials

Brass, Copper

Unique Art Deco buffet, Poland, circa 1920. AFTER RENOVATION
Unique Art Deco buffet, Poland, circa 1920. AFTER RENOVATION

Unique Art Deco buffet, Poland, circa 1920. AFTER RENOVATION

Located in Chorzów, PL

Unique Art Deco buffet, Poland, circa 1920. AFTER RENOVATION Unique Art Deco buffet, Poland, circa 1920.

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Vintage 1930s Polish Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Swedish Antique genuine rustic unique  pair of  Folk Art buffets
19th Century Swedish Antique genuine rustic unique  pair of  Folk Art buffets

19th Century Swedish Antique genuine rustic unique pair of Folk Art buffets

Located in Boden, SE

Buffet Length 114cm, depth 57cm, height 73cm Buffet Length 111cm depth 56cm, height 73cm

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Buffets

Materials

Pine

19th Century Buffet Cabinet with Marble Top
19th Century Buffet Cabinet with Marble Top

19th Century Buffet Cabinet with Marble Top

$3,400

H 38.5 in W 50 in D 22.25 in

19th Century Buffet Cabinet with Marble Top

Located in Bradenton, FL

A rather unique late 19th century American buffet / cabinet in a wonderful, bleached finish.

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Antique Late 19th Century Buffets

Materials

Wood

French Louis XV Style Walnut Buffet on Vaisselier
French Louis XV Style Walnut Buffet on Vaisselier

French Louis XV Style Walnut Buffet on Vaisselier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Late 19th Century French Louis XV Style Walnut Buffet On Vaisselier Unique piece purchased in France.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Antique Louis XVI Buffet, South West Germany 1780
Antique Louis XVI Buffet, South West Germany 1780

Antique Louis XVI Buffet, South West Germany 1780

$5,759

H 78.35 in W 40.95 in D 18.12 in

Antique Louis XVI Buffet, South West Germany 1780

Located in Leimen, DE

This unique antique Louis XVI Buffet comes from southern Germany and dates back to around 1780.

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Antique 1780s German Louis XVI Buffets

Materials

Cherry

Antique English Buffet / Bookcase from the Early 19th Century
Antique English Buffet / Bookcase from the Early 19th Century

Antique English Buffet / Bookcase from the Early 19th Century

Located in Harderwijk, NL

Offered here is this excellent antique English buffet / bookcase from the early 19th century. This beautiful cabinet, originating from England or Wales, dates back to the early 180...

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Antique Early 19th Century Classical Roman Buffets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mother of Pearl Inlay Buffet Cabinet by House of Jaipur
Mother of Pearl Inlay Buffet Cabinet by House of Jaipur

Mother of Pearl Inlay Buffet Cabinet by House of Jaipur

Located in New York, NY

Its shimmering surface subtly changes with the light, making it a captivating focal point in both modern and traditional interiors. Each buffet is unique, with natural variations in...

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2010s Indian Buffets

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Antique Sheraton Style Mahogany Inlaid Bowfront Buffet Sideboard Console Cabinet
Antique Sheraton Style Mahogany Inlaid Bowfront Buffet Sideboard Console Cabinet

Antique Sheraton Style Mahogany Inlaid Bowfront Buffet Sideboard Console Cabinet

Located in Dayton, OH

The buffet showcases several unique inlays throughout, including striping, tulips and fan inlay.

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Early 20th Century Sheraton Buffets

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco buffet, planter or liquor cabinet in wood with mirror, France 1920s
Art Deco buffet, planter or liquor cabinet in wood with mirror, France 1920s

Art Deco buffet, planter or liquor cabinet in wood with mirror, France 1920s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1920 / planter with mirror / wood, mirror, zinc / Art Deco Absolutely one of a kind, this unique mid-century buffet that will serve perfectly as liquor cabinet or planter f...

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Zinc

Buffet in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti IN STOCK
Buffet in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti IN STOCK

Buffet in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti IN STOCK

By Kifu Augousti

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Handcrafted from luxurious black shagreen, this buffet showcases a unique textured surface, beautifully contrasted by flowing lines of bronze patina brass that create an organic, flu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Brass

Unique One-Off T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Secretary Cabinet by ‘t Woonhuys, 1955
Unique One-Off T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Secretary Cabinet by ‘t Woonhuys, 1955

Unique One-Off T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Secretary Cabinet by ‘t Woonhuys, 1955

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, 't Woonhuys

Located in Dronten, NL

A remarkable and unique one-off secretary cabinet designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and custom-produced by ‘t Woonhuys in 1955. This exceptional piece exemplifies the designer’s mas...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Nickel

A Very Unique French 18th C. Chest w/ Reed Carved Accents & Side Doors w/Storage
A Very Unique French 18th C. Chest w/ Reed Carved Accents & Side Doors w/Storage

A Very Unique French 18th C. Chest w/ Reed Carved Accents & Side Doors w/Storage

Located in Atlanta, GA

Each side panel of this chest has been fitted with a door for unique and clever access. This French buffet has a nicely carved skirt at front center, and is raised upon petite cabri...

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Antique 18th Century French Buffets

Materials

Wood

John Widdicomb Mid-century Modern Caned Top Dale Ford
John Widdicomb Mid-century Modern Caned Top Dale Ford

John Widdicomb Mid-century Modern Caned Top Dale Ford

$4,800Sale Price|20% Off

H 78 in W 72 in D 20 in

John Widdicomb Mid-century Modern Caned Top Dale Ford

By John Widdicomb

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Awesome and unique buffet/hutch designed by Dale Ford. An excellent use of grain pattern and direction create a clean and striking cabinet from the high end furniture maker John Wi...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Cane

1967 Iconic travel poster for Paris by Bernard Buffet - Notre Dame de Paris
1967 Iconic travel poster for Paris by Bernard Buffet - Notre Dame de Paris

1967 Iconic travel poster for Paris by Bernard Buffet - Notre Dame de Paris

By Bernard Buffet

Located in PARIS, FR

This poster is a stunning example of how fine art and commercial design intersected to promote tourism, capturing the timeless allure of Paris while showcasing Buffet’s distinctive a...

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1960s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper, Lithograph

Unique Figured Teak Hand-Made Sheraton Style Demilune Buffet Commode
Unique Figured Teak Hand-Made Sheraton Style Demilune Buffet Commode

Unique Figured Teak Hand-Made Sheraton Style Demilune Buffet Commode

$2,395Sale Price|20% Off

H 37 in W 54 in D 21 in

Unique Figured Teak Hand-Made Sheraton Style Demilune Buffet Commode

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This unique figured teak hand-made Sheraton style demilune buffet commode is a striking example of fine craftsmanship and timeless elegance.

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Early 2000s Unknown Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Vintage Sideboard, Mid Century, Unique Dresser, Cabinet, 9 Drawers, Buffet
Vintage Sideboard, Mid Century, Unique Dresser, Cabinet, 9 Drawers, Buffet

Vintage Sideboard, Mid Century, Unique Dresser, Cabinet, 9 Drawers, Buffet

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Vintage Sideboard, Mid Century, Unique Dresser, Cabinet, Credenza, 9 Drawers, Storage, Asian Inspired, Walnut, Laminate Top Vintage from the 1960s Measurements: 92" L x 17 3/4" D x ...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Laminate, Wood

Unique Art Nouveau / Jugendstil Oakwood Open Shelf Etagere, Sideboard, Buffet
Unique Art Nouveau / Jugendstil Oakwood Open Shelf Etagere, Sideboard, Buffet

Unique Art Nouveau / Jugendstil Oakwood Open Shelf Etagere, Sideboard, Buffet

Located in Lisse, NL

Pure Art Nouveau and good size, three shelf side table. This early and good size, Arts & Crafts period sideboard with its stunning design makes a great statement piece for your priv...

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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Shelves

Materials

Bronze

Qing Dynasty Tall Altar Console Table with Carved Scrolling Spandrels
Qing Dynasty Tall Altar Console Table with Carved Scrolling Spandrels

Qing Dynasty Tall Altar Console Table with Carved Scrolling Spandrels

Located in Yonkers, NY

In the dining area, it can be transformed into a unique buffet or serving table, adding a touch of historical charm to your gatherings.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Portfolio: La Révolution Française 1789
Portfolio: La Révolution Française 1789

Bernard BuffetPortfolio: La Révolution Française 1789, 1977

$26,799Sale Price|20% Off

H 30 in W 21.25 in D 3 in

Portfolio: La Révolution Française 1789

By Bernard Buffet

Located in OPOLE, PL

Measuring 30 × 21 1/4 inches per sheet, this edition stands as a powerful visual interpretation of one of history’s most defining revolutions, showcasing Buffet’s unique artistic per...

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1970s Expressionist More Prints

Materials

Lithograph

19th Century Antique Chinese Credenza, Sideboard, Buffet Table
19th Century Antique Chinese Credenza, Sideboard, Buffet Table

19th Century Antique Chinese Credenza, Sideboard, Buffet Table

$1,170Sale Price|35% Off

H 37 in W 57.5 in D 21 in

19th Century Antique Chinese Credenza, Sideboard, Buffet Table

Located in Pomona, CA

There is the hidden space underneath drawers to let you hide your treasures in there. This is unique and hardly find buffet table made from solid Elm wood.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Elm

Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquered Altar Cabinet, Buffet Table, Sideboard
Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquered Altar Cabinet, Buffet Table, Sideboard

Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquered Altar Cabinet, Buffet Table, Sideboard

Located in Pomona, CA

Heavy and sturdy, full of patina, very smooth to touch. This is unique and hardly find buffet table/Sideboard made from solid elm wood.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquered Altar Cabinet, Buffet Table, Sideboard
Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquered Altar Cabinet, Buffet Table, Sideboard

Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquered Altar Cabinet, Buffet Table, Sideboard

Located in Pomona, CA

Heavy and sturdy, full of patina, very smooth to touch. This is unique and hardly find buffet table/Sideboard made from solid elm wood.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Wood

Pair of Isabelle and Richard Faure Oxidized Brass Cabinets Buffets 1970s
Pair of Isabelle and Richard Faure Oxidized Brass Cabinets Buffets 1970s

Pair of Isabelle and Richard Faure Oxidized Brass Cabinets Buffets 1970s

By Maison Honoré, Isabelle Masson-Faure, Richard Faure

Located in Paris, IDF

This unique pair of cabinets or buffets were created by Isabelle and Richard Faure for Parisian design firm Maison Honore in the late 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Exceptional 19C French Empire Style Buffet/Vitrine by AME Fournier
Exceptional 19C French Empire Style Buffet/Vitrine by AME Fournier

Exceptional 19C French Empire Style Buffet/Vitrine by AME Fournier

$76,000Sale Price|39% Off

H 86 in W 84 in D 24 in

Exceptional 19C French Empire Style Buffet/Vitrine by AME Fournier

By A.M.E Fournier

Located in Dallas, TX

PRESENTING an OUTSTANDING, IMPORTANT and UNIQUE 19C French Empire Style Buffet/Vitrine by AME Fournier.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Credenzas

Materials

Siena Marble, Ormolu

French Louis XVI-Style sideboard/buffet mahogany with white marble top by Rinck
French Louis XVI-Style sideboard/buffet mahogany with white marble top by Rinck

French Louis XVI-Style sideboard/buffet mahogany with white marble top by Rinck

Located in Houston, TX

This unique louis XVI Style buffet is made of the best quality Flame mahogany and has a very white clean marble on the Top .

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Decorative Ceramic Plate by Youen, Quimper Faience, Circa 1950, 23cm
Decorative Ceramic Plate by Youen, Quimper Faience, Circa 1950, 23cm

Decorative Ceramic Plate by Youen, Quimper Faience, Circa 1950, 23cm

By Quimper Faience Pottery

Located in London, England

Born in 1929 and died in 2015, Pleuven has been able to capture the essence of the sea and marine life through his unique creations. Influenced by Bernard Buffet, his art, developed ...

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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century "Swedish Grace" Cabinet / Bar / Sideboard Attr. to Eliel Saarinen
Mid-Century "Swedish Grace" Cabinet / Bar / Sideboard Attr. to Eliel Saarinen

Mid-Century "Swedish Grace" Cabinet / Bar / Sideboard Attr. to Eliel Saarinen

By Eero Saarinen

Located in New York, NY

Rare and Unique double level cabinet, sideboard, buffet, bar or etagere in the Modern Neoclassical tradition known as Swedish Grace in Scandinavia.

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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Birch, Elm

18th Century Manjoosh Indian Teak Cart
18th Century Manjoosh Indian Teak Cart

18th Century Manjoosh Indian Teak Cart

$7,680Sale Price|36% Off

H 38 in W 53 in D 24 in

18th Century Manjoosh Indian Teak Cart

Located in Asheville, NC

It would make a wonderful addition to any modern home as a unique and intricate side board, buffet or conversation piece.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Indian Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Iron

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Louis XV  Style  Buffet with Faux Painted Top
Louis XV  Style  Buffet with Faux Painted Top

Louis XV Style Buffet with Faux Painted Top

Unavailable

H 36 in W 52.5 in D 24 in

Louis XV Style Buffet with Faux Painted Top

Located in New Orleans, LA

Wonderfully unique buffet. The unusual painted top is very 3-D in viewing.

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Antique 19th Century French Buffets

Materials

Fruitwood

Cocktail Bug Buffet: Yellow Postmodern Liquor Cabinet with Unique Design
Cocktail Bug Buffet: Yellow Postmodern Liquor Cabinet with Unique Design

Cocktail Bug Buffet: Yellow Postmodern Liquor Cabinet with Unique Design

Located in Istanbul, Maltepe

This yellow colorful buffet stands out as a bold, eye-catching piece perfect for modern entertaining spaces.

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2010s Turkish Post-Modern Buffets

Materials

Plexiglass, Wood, Plywood

Solid oak wood Buffet
Solid oak wood Buffet

Solid oak wood Buffet

Unavailable

H 35.44 in W 67.72 in D 16.54 in

Solid oak wood Buffet

Located in PARIS, FR

The unique solid oak buffet is designed by Thomas Vlach and edited by Parsa edition.

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2010s Asian Buffets

Materials

Travertine

Country French Walnut Buffet
Country French Walnut Buffet

Country French Walnut Buffet

Unavailable

H 41 in W 98 in D 22 in

Country French Walnut Buffet

Located in Lawrenceburg, TN

Solid walnut Country French buffet with most unique rounded corners with drawers as well as doors being rounded.

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Antique Early 1900s French Buffets

Late 19th Century Inner Mongolian Northern Elm Buffet Hand Painted
Late 19th Century Inner Mongolian Northern Elm Buffet Hand Painted

Late 19th Century Inner Mongolian Northern Elm Buffet Hand Painted

Located in CILAVEGNA, IT

The hand painted yellow details on each panel give an elegant look to this unique buffet.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Antiquities

Materials

Elm

French Art Deco Buffet by Jean-Charles Moreux
French Art Deco Buffet by Jean-Charles Moreux

French Art Deco Buffet by Jean-Charles Moreux

Unavailable

H 37.5 in W 95.5 in D 20.5 in

French Art Deco Buffet by Jean-Charles Moreux

Located in Long Island City, NY

A unique French Art Deco buffet by Jean-Charles Moreux (1889-1958) in ebonized white oak with cerused finish (grey-blueish shiny surfaces including black grain lines.)

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Marble, Brass

Unique French Long Shell Sideboard, 1960s-1970s
Unique French Long Shell Sideboard, 1960s-1970s

Unique French Long Shell Sideboard, 1960s-1970s

Unavailable

H 33.86 in W 83.86 in D 23.63 in

Unique French Long Shell Sideboard, 1960s-1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Very unique shell sideboard with four doors opening easily by pushing on them. Inside, there is one shelve on each.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Shell

Arts & Crafts Period Vintage English Painted Oak Buffet, circa 1900
Arts & Crafts Period Vintage English Painted Oak Buffet, circa 1900

Arts & Crafts Period Vintage English Painted Oak Buffet, circa 1900

Located in Houston, TX

Please enlarge the photographs to see the details that make this painted buffet such a unique and desirable piece. Elevated on four straight legs with a decorative molding around the...

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Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Buffets

Materials

Brass

The buffet, unique piece, oil paint on paper, 1978
The buffet, unique piece, oil paint on paper, 1978

The buffet, unique piece, oil paint on paper, 1978

By Raymond Debieve

Located in Lempzours, Dordogne

Raymond Debiève (1931-2011) - Painter, ceramist and sculptor Raymond Debiève was born on 29 May 1931, just like his twin brother Michel, in a popular suburb of Maubeuge (Northern Fr...

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Oil

Walnut Brasilia Buffet Credenza by Broyhill with Detachable China Hutch
Walnut Brasilia Buffet Credenza by Broyhill with Detachable China Hutch

Walnut Brasilia Buffet Credenza by Broyhill with Detachable China Hutch

By Broyhill Brasilia

Located in Dallas, TX

The credenza buffet features unique, raised walnut fronts that extend a few inches out from the front, giving the ensemble its iconic midcentury look.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Wood

Unique Buffet by Specialty Woodcraft
Unique Buffet by Specialty Woodcraft

Unique Buffet by Specialty Woodcraft

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H 32 in W 73.5 in D 18.63 in

Unique Buffet by Specialty Woodcraft

By Specialty Woodcraft

Located in South Charleston, WV

A unique buffet custom made by Specialty Woodcraft Inc. of N.J. measures: 73.5" wide, 18 5/8" deep and 32" tall.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Postmodern Trompe l oeil Lighting Marble Buffet or Sideboard Credenza
Postmodern Trompe l oeil Lighting Marble Buffet or Sideboard Credenza

Postmodern Trompe l oeil Lighting Marble Buffet or Sideboard Credenza

By Memphis Group, Pierre Cardin, Memphis Milano

Located in Miami, FL

Unique buffet or sideboard credenza rendered in hand printed lighting marble with 3 doors and interior shelves.

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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood, Paint

Italian 50s Egyptian Motif Buffet --inspired by Fornasetti
Italian 50s Egyptian Motif Buffet --inspired by Fornasetti

Italian 50s Egyptian Motif Buffet --inspired by Fornasetti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This unique buffet was produced in the 50s-60s by a now closed factory in Bologna called "D`Arte M.G. di Bologna".

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Vintage 1950s Italian Buffets

Materials

Aluminum

1820s French Bleached Oak Buffet
1820s French Bleached Oak Buffet

1820s French Bleached Oak Buffet

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H 29.5 in W 56.7 in D 33.5 in

1820s French Bleached Oak Buffet

Located in High Point, NC

A bleached oak buffet from France, produced circa 1820. With a fine facade fairly etched, this unique buffet features a double door cabinet of two shelves, and swing-top lid.

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Oak

1820s French Bleached Oak Buffet
1820s French Bleached Oak Buffet

1820s French Bleached Oak Buffet

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H 29.5 in W 56.7 in D 33.5 in

1820s French Bleached Oak Buffet

Located in High Point, NC

A bleached oak buffet from France, produced circa 1820. With a fine facade fairly etched, this unique buffet features a double door cabinet of two shelves, and swing-top lid.

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Oak

Spanish Style Painted Pine Buffet
Spanish Style Painted Pine Buffet

Spanish Style Painted Pine Buffet

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H 33.5 in W 78.75 in D 17.75 in

Spanish Style Painted Pine Buffet

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A newly made cabinet painted with a layered scalloped pattern. This unique buffet will add character to any interior.

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20th Century Spanish Other Buffets

Materials

Iron

Handmade English Painted Buffet
Handmade English Painted Buffet

Handmade English Painted Buffet

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H 37 in W 89.75 in D 18.25 in

Handmade English Painted Buffet

Located in Highwood, IL

This is your opportunity to own a great, unique buffet with a great one of a kind finish.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Buffets

Materials

Wood

Spectacular Antique French Louis Philippe Burled Walnut Buffet
Spectacular Antique French Louis Philippe Burled Walnut Buffet

Spectacular Antique French Louis Philippe Burled Walnut Buffet

Located in Highwood, IL

Utilize this unique buffet most anywhere, in the dining room storing extra china and linens, in the master bedroom hiding clothes and necessities, or as a killer console in the entry...

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20th Century French Buffets

Rustic Original 18th C French Louis XIII 4 Door Buffet/Sideboard
Rustic Original 18th C French Louis XIII 4 Door Buffet/Sideboard

Rustic Original 18th C French Louis XIII 4 Door Buffet/Sideboard

Located in Highwood, IL

This unique buffet will hold a plethora of goodies ranging from extra dishes and linens in the dining room, or video games and media equipment in the family room, all the way to dist...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIII Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Circa 1840 Antique French Solid Walnut Louis XIII Gem-Cut Buffet
Circa 1840 Antique French Solid Walnut Louis XIII Gem-Cut Buffet

Circa 1840 Antique French Solid Walnut Louis XIII Gem-Cut Buffet

Located in Highwood, IL

This unique buffet will hold a plethora of goodies ranging from extra dishes and linens in the dining room, or video games and media equipment in the family room, all the way to dist...

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Antique 19th Century French Buffets

Authentic 300 Year Old Antique French Cherry Louis XIII 4 Door Buffet
Authentic 300 Year Old Antique French Cherry Louis XIII 4 Door Buffet

Authentic 300 Year Old Antique French Cherry Louis XIII 4 Door Buffet

Located in Highwood, IL

This unique buffet will hold a plethora of goodies ranging from extra dishes and linens in the dining room, or video games and media equipment in the family room, or by distinguishin...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIII Buffets

Materials

Cherry

17th Century French Walnut Wood Buffet Deux Corps
17th Century French Walnut Wood Buffet Deux Corps

17th Century French Walnut Wood Buffet Deux Corps

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H 88 in W 48.625 in D 28.5 in

17th Century French Walnut Wood Buffet Deux Corps

Located in Dallas, TX

This unique buffet deux corps was hand-carved from walnut wood in France during the Louis XIII period (1600’s).

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Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Unique Crackle Finished Gilded Marble Top Venetian Style Buffet Sideboard
Unique Crackle Finished Gilded Marble Top Venetian Style Buffet Sideboard

Unique Crackle Finished Gilded Marble Top Venetian Style Buffet Sideboard

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a bright and extremely colorful piece with quality design and carving and gilded details. The cabinet has a beautiful slab of marble on top. The piece dates to the 1980s-1990...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Breccia Marble

Swedish Gustavian Buffet
Swedish Gustavian Buffet

Swedish Gustavian Buffet

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H 35 in W 83 in D 22 in

Swedish Gustavian Buffet

Located in Hollywood, FL

This is a unique Swedish Gustavian buffet, its been restored and repainted with milk paints "Oyster White".

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Vintage 1920s Swedish Gustavian Buffets

Materials

Maple

19th Century Country French Neoclassical Commode or Buffet
19th Century Country French Neoclassical Commode or Buffet

19th Century Country French Neoclassical Commode or Buffet

Located in Dallas, TX

Sporting two cabinets flanking an arbalette center drawer section, this 19th Century Country French Oak Commode is virtually unique buffet! Note the classically inspired hand-carved ...

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Antique 1880s French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

1900s French Oak Buffet
1900s French Oak Buffet

1900s French Oak Buffet

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H 55.2 in W 31.6 in D 17.2 in

1900s French Oak Buffet

Located in High Point, NC

The interior offers practical storage space, perfect for linens, dishware, or decorative accents. The buffet’s unique architectural details, like the pitched roof top and high backbo...

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Early 20th Century French Buffets

Materials

Oak

1820s, French Oak Buffet
1820s, French Oak Buffet

1820s, French Oak Buffet

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H 44.3 in W 42.3 in D 18.5 in

1820s, French Oak Buffet

Located in High Point, NC

A wealth of charming detail gives this antique oak buffet a unique personality. Built in France in the 1820s, the inward curve of the feet lends the cabinet a demure stance, while th...

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Brass

1960s Belgian Oak Buffet
1960s Belgian Oak Buffet

1960s Belgian Oak Buffet

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H 38.2 in W 147.2 in D 23.4 in

1960s Belgian Oak Buffet

Located in High Point, NC

An electric mix of styles give this oak buffet a unique appeal. Made in Belgium in the 1960s, the long case is elevated upon ball feet; graphic diamond-point moldings decorate the cu...

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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Iron

Vintage Midcentury Buffet Wall Unit
Vintage Midcentury Buffet Wall Unit

Vintage Midcentury Buffet Wall Unit

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H 58.25 in W 79 in D 13.5 in

Vintage Midcentury Buffet Wall Unit

Located in Pasadena, TX

Vintage unique mid century Buffet Wall Unit 2 sliding doors in white composition laminate Splayed tapered ebonized legs with top open shelving A unique stylishly compact piece

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Wooden Buffet
19th Century French Wooden Buffet

19th Century French Wooden Buffet

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H 45.7 in W 69.5 in D 23.4 in

19th Century French Wooden Buffet

Located in High Point, NC

Fit with lovingly crafted legs and aprons, slanted drawers, and unique drawer pulls, this buffet has no shortage of eye-capturing moments.

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Oak

19th Century Belgian Patinated Buffet
19th Century Belgian Patinated Buffet

19th Century Belgian Patinated Buffet

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H 39.4 in W 59.8 in D 23.2 in

19th Century Belgian Patinated Buffet

Located in High Point, NC

This magnificent carved wooden buffet offers a unique antique accent. Made in Belgium in the 1800s, a gentle patina lends a dreamy inflection to the grand and eloquent design.

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Antique 19th Century Belgian Baroque Buffets

Materials

Wood

French Provencal Buffet In Washed Oak
French Provencal Buffet In Washed Oak

French Provencal Buffet In Washed Oak

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H 36 in W 46 in D 19.5 in

French Provencal Buffet In Washed Oak

Located in Round Top, TX

French Provencal buffet/server, very unique design in washed oak, two doors, two drawers with cabriole legs Keywords: sideboard server buffet bar provencial french Louis 15th wash...

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Early 20th Century French Buffets

French 19th Century Walnut & Glass Buffet
French 19th Century Walnut & Glass Buffet

French 19th Century Walnut & Glass Buffet

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H 43.5 in W 75 in D 25.13 in

French 19th Century Walnut & Glass Buffet

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Wonderful unique, walnut buffet/enfilade from the 1870s with smooth patina and shaped walnut top over the carved iconic wave scroll decoration, below are 3 paneled doors with simple ...

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Antique 19th Century French Revival Buffets

French Oak Buffet à Deux Corps
French Oak Buffet à Deux Corps

French Oak Buffet à Deux Corps

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H 89.5 in W 57.5 in D 15.5 in

French Oak Buffet à Deux Corps

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Simple in style this paneled buffet is unique and practical. The top half of the buffet is 51 ¼”D with two paneled door fronts and two interior fixed shelves measuring 13 ¼” deep..

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Antique 19th Century French Other Buffets

Materials

Oak

Dutch Early 19th Century Solid Oak Buffet
Dutch Early 19th Century Solid Oak Buffet

Dutch Early 19th Century Solid Oak Buffet

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H 39 in W 44.25 in D 25.5 in

Dutch Early 19th Century Solid Oak Buffet

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A Dutch solid oak buffet with original marble top. This unique sized buffet has an interesting marble top making for a pleasant and durable surface.

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Antique 19th Century Dutch Other Buffets

Materials

Marble, Brass

Antique French Louis XVI Style Console Buffet
Antique French Louis XVI Style Console Buffet

Antique French Louis XVI Style Console Buffet

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H 41.875 in W 52 in D 17.375 in

Antique French Louis XVI Style Console Buffet

Located in Austin, TX

The Brêche d'Alep marble top is eye-catching in color, with browns and red tones bringing warmth to the piece. This buffet is so unique and a wonderful addition to any space!

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Buffets

Materials

Marble, Brass

1970s Belgian Bleached Oak Column Legged Buffet
1970s Belgian Bleached Oak Column Legged Buffet

1970s Belgian Bleached Oak Column Legged Buffet

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H 54.5 in W 106.7 in D 21.1 in

1970s Belgian Bleached Oak Column Legged Buffet

Located in High Point, NC

Solid proportions and a unique silhouette give this oak buffet a striking presence.

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Neoclassical Revival Buffets

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Renaissance Petite Vaisselier Buffet
19th Century French Renaissance Petite Vaisselier Buffet

19th Century French Renaissance Petite Vaisselier Buffet

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century French Renaissance Petite Vaisselier buffet is a unique example of the master furniture crafter's art!

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Antique 1840s French Renaissance Buffets

Unique French  Natural Oak  Cabinet
Unique French  Natural Oak  Cabinet

Unique French Natural Oak Cabinet

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H 39 in W 68.5 in D 21 in

Unique French Natural Oak Cabinet

Located in North Miami, FL

Art Deco commode with hidden side doors to each lateral and shelves within, three ample drawers with ornate scrollwork iron hardware.

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Vintage 1940s French Buffets

Materials

Iron

Magnificent Antique French Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Buffet
Magnificent Antique French Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Buffet

Magnificent Antique French Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Buffet

Located in Highwood, IL

Unique to this buffet, the slatted top is original and stunningly beautiful, too.

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Antique 19th Century French Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Spanish buffet side board, circa 1970s
Mid Century Spanish buffet side board, circa 1970s

Mid Century Spanish buffet side board, circa 1970s

Located in Asheville, NC

Unique vintage buffet featuring 2 small drawers; 1 large one along with 2 doors.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Cherry

19th Century French Wooden Buffet with Original Patina
19th Century French Wooden Buffet with Original Patina

19th Century French Wooden Buffet with Original Patina

Located in High Point, NC

With its rich history and unique patina, this buffet is more than a piece of furniture—it's a captivating testament to the craftsmanship of the 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century French Buffets

Materials

Wood

c.1920 French Walnut Louis XV Style Buffet
c.1920 French Walnut Louis XV Style Buffet

c.1920 French Walnut Louis XV Style Buffet

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H 41.5 in W 117.5 in D 27.5 in

c.1920 French Walnut Louis XV Style Buffet

Located in Highwood, IL

Exquisite, unusually large vintage French Louis XV style walnut buffet with unique serpentine doors and sides as well as a center bank of 5 bow front drawers.

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Early 20th Century French Buffets

Materials

Walnut

French 19th Century Empire Buffet in Recent Paint
French 19th Century Empire Buffet in Recent Paint

French 19th Century Empire Buffet in Recent Paint

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A very unique French Empire 19th century buffet, or desserte server, in demilune profile and more recent painted finish of uncertain age.

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Antique 19th Century French Empire Buffets

Materials

Brass

Painted 18th Century Buffet Deux Corps from Northern France
Painted 18th Century Buffet Deux Corps from Northern France

Painted 18th Century Buffet Deux Corps from Northern France

Located in Dallas, TX

The refreshing lightness of blue and white gives this deux corps a unique appeal. Buffet a deux corps literally translates to “buffet with two bodies”.

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Antique 18th Century French Buffets

Materials

Oak

Turn of the Century Central European Patinated Wooden Buffet
Turn of the Century Central European Patinated Wooden Buffet

Turn of the Century Central European Patinated Wooden Buffet

Located in High Point, NC

Once a simple country piece, the passage of time has gifted this vintage buffet a unique and enigmatic personality.

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Antique Early 1900s European Country Buffets

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid 18th Century Louis XVI Period Walnut Buffet
Italian Mid 18th Century Louis XVI Period Walnut Buffet

Italian Mid 18th Century Louis XVI Period Walnut Buffet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A superb Italian mid 18th century Louis XVI period walnut buffet from the northern Region of Italy. This lovely and very unique straight angled buffet is raised on six rectangular fe...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Louis XVI Buffets

Materials

Walnut, Fruitwood

Early 19th Century Louis XV Style Cherry Enfilade Buffet
Early 19th Century Louis XV Style Cherry Enfilade Buffet

Early 19th Century Louis XV Style Cherry Enfilade Buffet

Located in Bradenton, FL

Unique Louis XV style buffet/sideboard has molded plank top, carved paneled two door front along with center carved stationary panel.

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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Fruitwood

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Patinated and Giltwood Buffet
French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Patinated and Giltwood Buffet

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Patinated and Giltwood Buffet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A magnificent French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated and giltwood buffet. This unique and stunning buffet is truly an exemplary specimen of the highest quality Parisian work.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Buffets

Unique John Keal Server with Six Folding Tables
Unique John Keal Server with Six Folding Tables

Unique John Keal Server with Six Folding Tables

By John Keal

Located in Culver City, CA

An interesting and super functional rolling buffet or server by John Keal. The server is walnut on brass casters with brass accents. Each side of the server features three nesting/fo...

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass

Unique Belgian Decorative Highboard with Compass Legs, 1950s
Unique Belgian Decorative Highboard with Compass Legs, 1950s

Unique Belgian Decorative Highboard with Compass Legs, 1950s

By De Coene Frères

Located in Antwerpen, VAN

Exceptional modernist cabinet produced in Belgium during the 1950s. The design of this piece is very decorative thanks to the beautiful compass legs and combination of woods used. Pl...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Brass

20th Century, French, Louis XV Style Walnut Buffet with Super Structure
20th Century, French, Louis XV Style Walnut Buffet with Super Structure

20th Century, French, Louis XV Style Walnut Buffet with Super Structure

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This beautiful bench-made intricately carved over-all walnut French, Louis XV style buffet has the unique feature of a super structure on the top with three cupboard doors resting on...

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20th Century French Louis XV Buffets

Materials

Walnut

French church sideboard 1910s gothic enfilade unique piece rare
French church sideboard 1910s gothic enfilade unique piece rare

French church sideboard 1910s gothic enfilade unique piece rare

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Superb detail in the figures and rosettes that adorn the entire buffet. The cabinet has been sandblasted in the past.

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Vintage 1910s Gothic Buffets

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau 20th Century Mahogany Buffet/ Cabinet/ Credenza, Austria ca. 1910
Art Nouveau 20th Century Mahogany Buffet/ Cabinet/ Credenza, Austria ca. 1910

Art Nouveau 20th Century Mahogany Buffet/ Cabinet/ Credenza, Austria ca. 1910

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Two additional attached, also handcarved parts on the left and right top optically lengthen the pilasters and confer this antique buffet a very special appearance. The shining brass ...

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Buffets

Materials

Marble, Brass

Unique Solid Walnut Jacobean Spanish Style Sideboard Huntboard Circa 1920
Unique Solid Walnut Jacobean Spanish Style Sideboard Huntboard Circa 1920

Unique Solid Walnut Jacobean Spanish Style Sideboard Huntboard Circa 1920

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a handsome and stately sideboard with amazing proportions and details. The carving and construction are second to none. The sideboard measures 79 wide x 23 deep x 38 tall.

Category

Vintage 1920s American Jacobean Buffets

Materials

Walnut

Industrial Workbench or Console, circa 1900-1920
Industrial Workbench or Console, circa 1900-1920

Industrial Workbench or Console, circa 1900-1920

Located in Pasadena, CA

The proportions of the workbench allow it to become a unique buffet, perhaps joined by a French farm table.

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Console Tables

Materials

Iron

Grohe in Paris, Spectacular Rosewood Cabinet/Vitrine with Gilt Bronze XIXth
Grohe in Paris, Spectacular Rosewood Cabinet/Vitrine with Gilt Bronze XIXth

Grohe in Paris, Spectacular Rosewood Cabinet/Vitrine with Gilt Bronze XIXth

By Guillaume Grohe

Located in Beaune, FR

Unique piece for this spectacular buffet signed "GROHE à Paris".

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Antique 19th Century Napoleon III Buffets

Materials

Marble, Bronze

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Antique Genuine Swedish Original Gustavian Period Handmade Chest of Drawers

Located in Kramfors, SE

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$12,500

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Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A Swedish 18th century Gustavian banquette with its original hand-scraped, painted finish. The solidly constructed frame makes for a sheltering sofa as well, with a removable bench s...

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Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Sofas

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Upholstery, Wood

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$5,216

H 38.19 in W 69.3 in D 22.84 in

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Located in Cirencester, GB

These wonderful Italian buffets/serving tables/sideboards, have been newly made by our very talented friends on the coast to the West of Florence. Because they have been made predom...

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2010s Italian French Provincial Sideboards

Materials

Pine

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Located in Kramfors, SE

Antique Swedish rococo desk from the late 1700s. The desk is a country house furniture in rococo style with a large drawer. Heavily curved rococo legs and also a curved table top and...

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Pine

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$19,450Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 39.25 in W 29.5 in D 29.5 in

Rare Pair of French Louis XVI Style Belle Époque Bergère Attributed to Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine and rare pair of French 19th-20th century "Belle Époque" Louis XVI style mahogany and ormolu-mounted bergéres armchairs, each with an arched-back gilt bronze-mounted fram...

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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Bergere Chairs

Materials

Ormolu

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French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Lady's Secretary Desk, Millet

By Maison Millet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Very fine French 19th century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Kingwood, Satinwood and Fruitwood Parquetry Kidney-Shaped secrétaire de dame (Lady's Desk) with an enamel dial clock and...

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

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19th Century Swedish antique Gustavian buffet with original paint

Located in Boden, SE

Early 19th century Swedish Antique Rustic Gustavian buffet from Umeå Northern Sweden. Beautiful genuine buffet in original condition. These doors open to reveal inner shelves offer...

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Buffets

Materials

Pine

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Rare Antique Genuine Swedish Gustavian Sideboard

$8,521

H 43.12 in W 52.76 in D 23.23 in

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Located in Kramfors, SE

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Pine

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Rare Antique Genuine Swedish Sideboard in Gustavian Style Made by Hand in Pine

Located in Kramfors, SE

Rare antique genuine sideboard from Sweden. The sideboard is a country house furniture in gustavian style from northern Sweden. Made by hand in solid pine with double doors with clas...

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Pine

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French Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Buffet à Deux Corps, 19th Century

French Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Buffet à Deux Corps, 19th Century

Located in NICE, FR

An imposing and richly detailed French Renaissance Revival buffet à deux corps, crafted in the 19th century from solid oak. This exceptional piece embodies the opulence and artistry ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Buffets

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Oak

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English 19th Century Carved Satinwood Cabinet

English 19th Century Carved Satinwood Cabinet

$115,459

H 99 in W 62 in D 18 in

English 19th Century Carved Satinwood Cabinet

Located in London, GB

A magnificently carved display cabinet of exhibition quality. The maker has chosen to use a richly grained satinwood and executed the carving with extraordinary fluency and precis...

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Italian Provincial Carved and Painted Buffet

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$7,800

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Italian Provincial Carved and Painted Buffet

Located in New Orleans, LA

Beautifully carved and painted Tuscan buffet.

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Other Buffets

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Wood

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Unique Buffet For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic unique buffet available at 1stDibs. Each unique buffet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. If you’re shopping for a unique buffet, we have 172 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the unique buffet you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each unique buffet bearing mid-century modern, Art Deco or louis xv hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made unique buffet over the years, but those crafted by John Keal, A.M.E Fournier and Bernhardt are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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A unique buffet can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,984, while the lowest priced sells for $20 and the highest can go for as much as $594,655.

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.

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