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French Bonnetiere

Pair of 19th Century French Bonnetiere
Pair of 19th Century French Bonnetiere

Pair of 19th Century French Bonnetiere

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fine pair of cherrywood (possibly walnut) bonnetiere. In excellent condition. Two keys.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

French provincial bonnetiere Cupboard in solid oak wood
French provincial bonnetiere Cupboard in solid oak wood

French provincial bonnetiere Cupboard in solid oak wood

Located in Pontaubault, NORMANDIE

This French bonnetiere belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic".

Category

2010s French French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Bonnetiere Cabinet in solid cherry wood, TRADITION French country style
Bonnetiere Cabinet in solid cherry wood, TRADITION French country style

Bonnetiere Cabinet in solid cherry wood, TRADITION French country style

Located in Pontaubault, NORMANDIE

This French bonnetiere belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic".

Category

2010s French French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Brass

French provincial style bonnetiere in solid cherry, white cream lacquered
French provincial style bonnetiere in solid cherry, white cream lacquered

French provincial style bonnetiere in solid cherry, white cream lacquered

Located in Pontaubault, NORMANDIE

This French bonnetiere belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic".

Category

2010s French French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Brass

French Cherry Bonnetière, Campaign Style, 1 Drawer, 2 Shelves, Cream Lacquered
French Cherry Bonnetière, Campaign Style, 1 Drawer, 2 Shelves, Cream Lacquered

French Cherry Bonnetière, Campaign Style, 1 Drawer, 2 Shelves, Cream Lacquered

Located in Pontaubault, NORMANDIE

This French bonnetiere belongs to our TRADITION collection, which takes its design and inspiration from the French countryside "proviincial" style, also called "Campagne chic".

Category

2010s French French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Brass

19th-Century French Hand-Carved Oak Bonnetière
19th-Century French Hand-Carved Oak Bonnetière

19th-Century French Hand-Carved Oak Bonnetière

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

19th-Century French Hand-Carved Oak Bonnetière – Louis XV Provincial Cabinet Inspired by Rural Life Art is the most intense mode of individualism that the world has known." — Oscar ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Vernacular Bonnetière, France, 19th Century
Vernacular Bonnetière, France, 19th Century

Vernacular Bonnetière, France, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

This 19th-century French "Berle" bonnetière is a rare example of Cévenol folk craftsmanship from the Ardèche region.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Rustic Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Rural Art Populaire Bonnetière, France, 19th Century
Rural Art Populaire Bonnetière, France, 19th Century

Rural Art Populaire Bonnetière, France, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautifully handcrafted bonnetière that embodies the enduring craftsmanship of 19th-century rural France.

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Antique 19th Century French Primitive Cabinets

Materials

Wood

18th Century Country French Homme Debout ~ Bonnetiere
18th Century Country French Homme Debout ~ Bonnetiere

18th Century Country French Homme Debout ~ Bonnetiere

Located in Dallas, TX

18th Century Country French Homme Debout ~ Bonnetiere is the gentleman's answer to the lady's bonnetiere, a specialized miniature armoire designed to be placed near a most-used entry...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIII Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Steel

Antique French Provincial Glass Front "Bonnetiere" Circa 1880-1890.
Antique French Provincial Glass Front "Bonnetiere" Circa 1880-1890.

Antique French Provincial Glass Front "Bonnetiere" Circa 1880-1890.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Provincial Glass Front "Bonnetiere" Circa 1880-1890.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

19th Century French Walnut Wood Bonnetière Vitrine from Provence
19th Century French Walnut Wood Bonnetière Vitrine from Provence

19th Century French Walnut Wood Bonnetière Vitrine from Provence

Located in Dallas, TX

More information coming soon… Hand-carved in walnut, this bonnetière vitrine was most recently in Provence, France.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood, Walnut

French Antique Bonnetière Cabinet, White Finish, 20th Century
French Antique Bonnetière Cabinet, White Finish, 20th Century

French Antique Bonnetière Cabinet, White Finish, 20th Century

Located in Trenton, NJ

Add a touch of French elegance to your home with this antique bonnetière.

Category

Mid-20th Century Country Cabinets

Materials

Wood

18th Century French Provincial Painted Bonnetiere Cabinet from Normandy
18th Century French Provincial Painted Bonnetiere Cabinet from Normandy

18th Century French Provincial Painted Bonnetiere Cabinet from Normandy

Located in Middleburg, VA

A charming and well-proportioned 18th-century French Provincial bonnetiere, handcrafted in Normandy circa 1780.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Cupboards

Materials

Pine, Paint, Wood

18th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Bonnetière Armoire from Périgord
18th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Bonnetière Armoire from Périgord

18th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Bonnetière Armoire from Périgord

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant and tall antique bonnetière, or single-door armoire, was crafted in the Périgord region of France circa 1750.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

French Directoire style handcrafted striped Bonnetiere in solid cherry wood
French Directoire style handcrafted striped Bonnetiere in solid cherry wood

French Directoire style handcrafted striped Bonnetiere in solid cherry wood

Located in Pontaubault, NORMANDIE

This piece belongs to our MELANIE collection, which is a handmade modernized interpretation of this French Directoire style. The Directoire periode started at the end of the 18th cen...

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2010s French Directoire Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Cherry, Lacquer, Oak

Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Lyonaise Walnut Armoire Bonnetiere 1710
Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Lyonaise Walnut Armoire Bonnetiere 1710

Antique 18th Century French Louis XIV Lyonaise Walnut Armoire Bonnetiere 1710

Located in Portland, OR

A fine & rare early 18th century antique French Louis XIV period walnut armoire bonnetiere, Lyon, circa 1710.

Category

Antique 1710s French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Louis XV Style Armoire Cupboard Linen Cabinet Bonnetiere Oak
Antique French Louis XV Style Armoire Cupboard Linen Cabinet Bonnetiere Oak

Antique French Louis XV Style Armoire Cupboard Linen Cabinet Bonnetiere Oak

Located in Tyler, TX

Beautifully Carved Antique French Louis XV Oak Armoire, Wardrobe, Bonnetiere, Cupboard or Cabinet ~~c. 1900 Perfect statement piece that can accommodate any number of storage needs...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

19th Century Tall French Single Door Armoire or Bonnetière Cabinet in Solid Oak
19th Century Tall French Single Door Armoire or Bonnetière Cabinet in Solid Oak

19th Century Tall French Single Door Armoire or Bonnetière Cabinet in Solid Oak

Located in Meer, VAN

Early 19th Century Tall French Single Door Armoire or Bonnetière Cabinet in Solid Oak A remarkable early 19th century bonnetière cabinet in solid oak.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Oak

17th-century single-door bonnetière from Haute-Auvergne
17th-century single-door bonnetière from Haute-Auvergne

17th-century single-door bonnetière from Haute-Auvergne

Located in PARIS, FR

This exceptional 17th-century single-door bonnetière hails from the Haute-Auvergne region of France and offers a rare opportunity to own a true piece of French heritage.

Category

Antique 17th Century French French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Wood

18th Century Louis XIV Period Lyonnaise Chateau Bonnetiere
18th Century Louis XIV Period Lyonnaise Chateau Bonnetiere

18th Century Louis XIV Period Lyonnaise Chateau Bonnetiere

Located in Birmingham, AL

Rare and difficult to find Louis XIV period chateau bonnetiere. Solid walnut. An exceptional example from the Lyon region of France, renown in the 1700s for its superior production o...

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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

French Provincial Oak Armoire, Hand-Carved, Mid-Century
French Provincial Oak Armoire, Hand-Carved, Mid-Century

French Provincial Oak Armoire, Hand-Carved, Mid-Century

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

This exceptional French mid-century bonnetière captures the spirit of timeless craftsmanship with a modernist sensitivity to form and material.

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Antique French Breton Bookcase Armoire Linen Cab Wavy Glass Carved Chestnut 19th
Antique French Breton Bookcase Armoire Linen Cab Wavy Glass Carved Chestnut 19th

Antique French Breton Bookcase Armoire Linen Cab Wavy Glass Carved Chestnut 19th

Located in Tyler, TX

Beautifully Carved Antique French Chestnut Breton Bookcase Armoire Bonnetiere Linen Cabinet with Wavy Glass Door~~c. 1890s Highly requested classic French Breton design~~B...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Chestnut, Glass

Recent Sales

French Bonnetiere/Homme Debout in Cherrywood
French Bonnetiere/Homme Debout in Cherrywood

French Bonnetiere/Homme Debout in Cherrywood

Unavailable

H 92 in W 40 in D 25 in

French Bonnetiere/Homme Debout in Cherrywood

Located in Pasadena, CA

Originating from Picardy during the last quarter of the 18th Century, this piece has a very attractive cherry color and patina with original and very decorative iron escutcheons. It ...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Country Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Cherry

French Bonnetiere Louis XV Style from 19th Century Varnished
French Bonnetiere Louis XV Style from 19th Century Varnished

French Bonnetiere Louis XV Style from 19th Century Varnished

Located in Stuart, FL

French antique Bonnetiere Louis XV Style from 19th century with a glass door made in walnut and varnished Measures: Width top 32inch bottom 25inch Depth top 21 inch Bottom 18 i...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Vitrines

Materials

Walnut

French Cherrywood Bonnetiere
French Cherrywood Bonnetiere

French Cherrywood Bonnetiere

Unavailable

H 89 in W 36.5 in D 21 in

French Cherrywood Bonnetiere

Located in Kirkland, WA

French Louis XVI Style Cherry Bonnetiere. This bonnetiere has an unusual form with the door on top, drawer in the middle and door on the bottom.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Cherry, Oak

Antique French Regence Bonnetiere
Antique French Regence Bonnetiere

Antique French Regence Bonnetiere

Unavailable

H 75 in W 34 in D 20 in

Antique French Regence Bonnetiere

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Regence style Bonnetiere from the 19th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Régence Cabinets

Materials

Pewter

Rare Antique French Regence Bonnetiere
Rare Antique French Regence Bonnetiere

Rare Antique French Regence Bonnetiere

Unavailable

H 67 in W 33.5 in D 18 in

Rare Antique French Regence Bonnetiere

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Regence style Bonnetiere from the 19th century with rare curved body, shelves and door.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Régence Cabinets

Materials

Pewter

18th Century French Walnut Bonnetiere
18th Century French Walnut Bonnetiere

18th Century French Walnut Bonnetiere

Unavailable

H 84.25 in W 48 in D 23.25 in

18th Century French Walnut Bonnetiere

Located in New Orleans, LA

Hand-carved 18th century French Louis XV style walnut bonnetiere with mirrored panel door, circa 1790.

Category

Antique 1790s French Louis XV Cabinets

Materials

Iron

French Burl Elm & Cherry Bonnetiere
French Burl Elm & Cherry Bonnetiere

French Burl Elm & Cherry Bonnetiere

Unavailable

H 81.25 in W 41 in D 26.5 in

French Burl Elm & Cherry Bonnetiere

Located in Kirkland, WA

French Burl Elm & Cherry Bonnetiere This is a one door armoire with beautiful figured burl elm.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

18th c. French Walnut Grand Bonnetiere
18th c. French Walnut Grand Bonnetiere

18th c. French Walnut Grand Bonnetiere

Unavailable

H 100 in W 52 in D 29.5 in

18th c. French Walnut Grand Bonnetiere

Located in Natchez, MS

18th c. Palace Sized Walnut Bonnetiere with paneled door with large crown and bun feet steel hardware

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

18th Century French Louis XV Bonnetiere, Armoire
18th Century French Louis XV Bonnetiere, Armoire

18th Century French Louis XV Bonnetiere, Armoire

Unavailable

H 85 in W 49.5 in D 25 in

18th Century French Louis XV Bonnetiere, Armoire

Located in Carmel, CA

Louis XV walnut bonnetiere with original lock and decorative face plate, hinges and key. This handsome one door cabinet has a recessed panel with scrolls, wheat and cricket detail. T...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

18th Century French Oak Bonnetiere from Brittany Region
18th Century French Oak Bonnetiere from Brittany Region

18th Century French Oak Bonnetiere from Brittany Region

Located in Charlotte, NC

Wonderfully carved cabinet from France. Top has cabinet door with shelves that are lined with fabric. A light has been installed. Bottom has three drawers. This piece would work grea...

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Glass, Fabric

Antique French 18th Century Period Louis XVI Pine Bonnetiere
Antique French 18th Century Period Louis XVI Pine Bonnetiere

Antique French 18th Century Period Louis XVI Pine Bonnetiere

Located in New Orleans, LA

Extremely rare and grand antique French 18th century period Louis XVI pine Bonnetiere with rare bottom drawer and detailed carvings.  

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine

Complementary Pair of Antique French 18th Century Regence Bonnetieres
Complementary Pair of Antique French 18th Century Regence Bonnetieres

Complementary Pair of Antique French 18th Century Regence Bonnetieres

Located in New Orleans, LA

Complementary pair of antique French 18th century Regence Bonnetieres with detailed carvings, three internal drawers, scalloped skirt, and French paint.

Category

Antique 18th Century French Régence Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

A Louis XV Walnut Bonnetiere
A Louis XV Walnut Bonnetiere

A Louis XV Walnut Bonnetiere

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A Louis XV Walnut Bonnetiere

Category

Antique 19th Century French Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

French Louis XV Style Cherry Bonnetière with Inlay Decor, 19th Century
French Louis XV Style Cherry Bonnetière with Inlay Decor, 19th Century

French Louis XV Style Cherry Bonnetière with Inlay Decor, 19th Century

Located in Savannah, GA

French Louis XV Style Cherry Bonnetière with Inlay Decor, 19th Century

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Cabinets

Materials

Cherry

Louis XV style cherry bonnetiere
Louis XV style cherry bonnetiere

Louis XV style cherry bonnetiere

Unavailable

H 92 in W 34 in D 18 in

Louis XV style cherry bonnetiere

Located in San Francisco, CA

The arched cavetto molded and stepped cornice above triple paneled sides and two shaped panel door separated by a long drawer, the whole above carved scroll apron, with rounded panel...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

18th Century Period Regence Lemon Tree Wood Bonnetiere
18th Century Period Regence Lemon Tree Wood Bonnetiere

18th Century Period Regence Lemon Tree Wood Bonnetiere

Unavailable

H 92.88 in W 44 in D 24.5 in

18th Century Period Regence Lemon Tree Wood Bonnetiere

Located in New Orleans, LA

Grand antique French 18th century period Regence lemon tree wood bonnetiere with scalloped skirt, detailed carvings and French paint.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

18 th.Century Cabinet/Bonnetiere with inlay
18 th.Century Cabinet/Bonnetiere with inlay

18 th.Century Cabinet/Bonnetiere with inlay

Unavailable

H 82.5 in W 40 in D 23.5 in

18 th.Century Cabinet/Bonnetiere with inlay

Located in New Orleans, LA

The Elm-Merisier cabinet features two shaped panel doors and two drawers. Delicate inlay at top and around the drawers.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Carved Marriage Louis XV Provencal Style Bonnetiere/Armoire, circa 1850
Carved Marriage Louis XV Provencal Style Bonnetiere/Armoire, circa 1850

Carved Marriage Louis XV Provencal Style Bonnetiere/Armoire, circa 1850

Located in London, GB

A beautiful and rare single door Fruitwood Bonnetiere/ Armoire circa 1850 in fine original condition. Bonnetiere were used in the entrance hall to hold visitors hats, "bonnets" and ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Fruitwood

Late 18th Century Louis XV Fruitwood & Burr Elm Bonnetiere of Superb Patina
Late 18th Century Louis XV Fruitwood & Burr Elm Bonnetiere of Superb Patina

Late 18th Century Louis XV Fruitwood & Burr Elm Bonnetiere of Superb Patina

Located in Suffolk, GB

A superb late 18th century Louis XV fruitwood (cherry) and burr elm bonnetiere of superb patina. The bonnetiere is a tall wardrobe particularly from the Northern area of France an...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Fruitwood

19th Century French Bonnetiere
19th Century French Bonnetiere

19th Century French Bonnetiere

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H 85 in W 42.75 in D 15.75 in

19th Century French Bonnetiere

Located in Pomona, CA

A 19th-century French bonnetiere. The door has carving and a mesh, it has four shelves, the front feet are round the back feet are straight.

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Antique 19th Century French Cabinets

Materials

Wood

French Bonnetiere / Linen Cabinet c.1780
French Bonnetiere / Linen Cabinet c.1780

French Bonnetiere / Linen Cabinet c.1780

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H 82 in W 29 in D 19 in

French Bonnetiere / Linen Cabinet c.1780

Located in Pomona, CA

A French Bonnetiere with a Glazed door with chicken wire.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

19th Century Country French Bonnetiere Petite Armoire
19th Century Country French Bonnetiere Petite Armoire

19th Century Country French Bonnetiere Petite Armoire

Located in Cheshire, GB

19th century Country French bonnetiere petite armoire with stepped pediment above large carved scrolling panel door enclosing shelved interior All raised up on block supports.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

Antique Country French Bonnetiere or Armoire
Antique Country French Bonnetiere or Armoire

Antique Country French Bonnetiere or Armoire

Located in Dallas, TX

This charming antique Country French bonnetiere or armoire features a square-rigged sailing ship carved into the top panel!

Category

Antique 1890s Wardrobes and Armoires

Pair 19th Century French Bonnetiere & Vitrine
Pair 19th Century French Bonnetiere & Vitrine

Pair 19th Century French Bonnetiere & Vitrine

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H 65 in W 34.5 in D 17.5 in

Pair 19th Century French Bonnetiere & Vitrine

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of 19th century French Bonnetiere & Vitrine is an interesting combination ~ somewhat like twins that are not identical!

Category

Antique 1890s French Louis XV Vitrines

Materials

Steel

French Bonnetiere
French Bonnetiere

French Bonnetiere

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H 83.5 in W 34.5 in D 20 in

French Bonnetiere

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Pretty 19th century French cherrywood bonnetiere, 1820 Dimensions: 34.5 inches (88 cms) wide 20 inches (51 cms) deep 83.5 inches (212 cms) high.  

Category

Antique 19th Century French Cupboards

Materials

Cherry

Antique French Bonnetiere
Antique French Bonnetiere

Antique French Bonnetiere

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H 78 in W 43.5 in D 15.5 in

Antique French Bonnetiere

Located in Calgary, Alberta

Antique French pine paneled door bonnetiere in original paint and with original interior, from Haute Saone.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Petite French Bonnetiere
Petite French Bonnetiere

Petite French Bonnetiere

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H 72 in W 30 in D 20 in

Petite French Bonnetiere

Located in Highwood, IL

Vintage oak bonnetiere with bonnet top, raised panels and basket and leaf motif carvings. Very desirable due to its petite size.

Category

Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Bonnetiere
19th Century French Bonnetiere

19th Century French Bonnetiere

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H 79.5 in W 44.5 in D 17.75 in

19th Century French Bonnetiere

Located in Calgary, Alberta

Very simple circa 1880 French painted pine bonnetiere with original shelves and key, from Alsace.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Cupboards

Materials

Wood

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French Bonnetiere For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the French bonnetiere you’re looking for. Each French bonnetiere for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and oak. If you’re shopping for a French bonnetiere, we have 22 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the French bonnetiere you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A French bonnetiere, designed in the louis xv style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.

How Much is a French Bonnetiere?

A French bonnetiere can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,375, while the lowest priced sells for $1,596 and the highest can go for as much as $14,600.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

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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