Modernist Drinks Cabinet
1930's Modernist Drinks Cabinet
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Brno, CZ
This Modernist Drinks Cabinet is believed to be designed and produced in the 1930’s.
This piece
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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Cabinets
Materials
Rattan, Cut Glass, Oak
1930's Modernist Drink Cabinet
Located in Brno, CZ
An original Art Deco drinks cabinet from the 1930s. This item has elegant proportions with it’s
Category
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1930's Modernist Drink Cabinet Model D 625 by Thonet
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Brno, CZ
An original Modernist drinks cabinet from the 1930s. This piece has soft curves, a subtle pattern
Category
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Mid-Century Modernist Bar Cabinet in Book-Matched Walnut with Inset Glass Pulls
Located in New York, NY
This stunningly bold and sophisticated Mid-Century Modernist Bar Cabinet in Bookmatched Walnut with
Category
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Materials
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H 42.25 in W 85 in D 19 in
Stunning Asymmetrical Arts & Crafts Wood, Brass & Glass Drinks Trolley or Cart
By Ernst Rockhausen
Located in Buffalo, NY
Modernist design Arts & Crafts drinks cart by Ernst Rockhausen of Waldheim, Germany.-wise this one
Category
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Materials
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H 41.1 in W 31.1 in D 19.3 in
Art Deco Bar Cabinet, 1940s
Located in Miami, FL
This is a modernist midcentury cocktail drinks cabinet in the form of a globe, circa 1940 in date
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Restored Mid Century Rattan Bar Cart w/ Bottle Holder by Angraves, circa 1970
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-Century Rattan / Cane Drinks Trolley by Angraves, circa 1970 A beautiful vintage rattan drinks
Category
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Materials
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H 28.5 in W 17 in D 33 in
A Danish Aluminium & Lucite Two Tier Bar Cart With Marbleized Tiers 1970's
Located in High Wycombe, GB
With The Trolley
Drinks Decanter not sold with trolley
A really eye catching and fun bar cart
Category
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Materials
Aluminum
H 28.15 in W 25.6 in D 14.97 in
1930's Modernist Tubular Side Table
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Brno, CZ
or as a drinks cabinet.
When we sourced this piece, it was in very bad condition. The wooden
Category
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Materials
Stainless Steel
Set of Six Dining Chairs Model 526 Designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn
By Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
named after the Greek poet, Anacreon, famous for his love songs and drinking songs.
Dimensions:
H: 83
Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Upholstery, Rattan, Mahogany
H 32.68 in W 16.54 in D 16.93 in
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Modernist Drinks Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the modernist drinks cabinet you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, glass and metal, every modernist drinks cabinet was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect modernist drinks cabinet — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right modernist drinks cabinet, those designed in mid-century modern, Art Deco and Arts and Crafts styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made modernist drinks cabinet over the years, but those crafted by Ernst Rockhausen, Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co and José Zanine Caldas are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Modernist Drinks Cabinet?
Prices for a modernist drinks cabinet start at $1,307 and top out at $26,163 with the average selling for $2,929.
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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