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Rare Early Prohibition Art Deco RadioBar c. Early 1930s
Rare Early Prohibition Art Deco RadioBar c. Early 1930s

Rare Early Prohibition Art Deco RadioBar c. Early 1930s

By Radiobar Corp. and Philco

Located in Westfield, MA

This Rare Early Prohibition Art Deco RadioBar, crafted in the early 1930s, was specifically built

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Glass, Walnut

1920's AMERICAN PROHIBITION HIDDEN STORAGE DRINKS CABINET CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAIR
1920's AMERICAN PROHIBITION HIDDEN STORAGE DRINKS CABINET CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAIR

1920's AMERICAN PROHIBITION HIDDEN STORAGE DRINKS CABINET CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAIR

By Chesterfield

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

restored, American Prohibition hidden storage drinks armchair with Chesterfield tufted upholstery Circa

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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Oak

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Antique Monterey "Prohibition" Bar Cabinet by Mason Manufacturing of California
Antique Monterey "Prohibition" Bar Cabinet by Mason Manufacturing of California

Antique Monterey "Prohibition" Bar Cabinet by Mason Manufacturing of California

By Monterey Furniture

Located in San Diego, CA

An absolutely exceptional example of an antique Monterey "Prohibition" Bar cabinet by Mason

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Early 20th Century American Rancho Monterey Dry Bars

Materials

Iron

1930s Wounded Monterey Prohibition Bar/Cabinet
1930s Wounded Monterey Prohibition Bar/Cabinet

1930s Wounded Monterey Prohibition Bar/Cabinet

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H 34 in W 34.25 in D 21.25 in

1930s Wounded Monterey Prohibition Bar/Cabinet

Located in Pasadena, CA

Signed Barker Brothers Monterey cabinet. Was once a prohibition bar and later converted to a side

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Vintage 1930s American Rancho Monterey Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Prohibition Era Philco "Radiobar" Cabinet
Prohibition Era Philco "Radiobar" Cabinet

Prohibition Era Philco "Radiobar" Cabinet

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H 48 in W 33.5 in D 18 in

Prohibition Era Philco "Radiobar" Cabinet

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Although most Americans continued drinking during Prohibition, it was considered more tasteful to

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Vintage 1930s American Dry Bars

Materials

Chrome

Prohibition Era Art Deco Bar Cabinet
Prohibition Era Art Deco Bar Cabinet

Prohibition Era Art Deco Bar Cabinet

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H 37 in W 27 in D 17 in

Prohibition Era Art Deco Bar Cabinet

Located in Oakland, CA

This original, prohibition era bar is full of surprises! One trend in the 1920s and early 1930s

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Mahogany

Prohibition Era "Radiobar"
Prohibition Era "Radiobar"

Prohibition Era "Radiobar"

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H 49 in W 33.5 in D 17.5 in

Prohibition Era "Radiobar"

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Although most Americans continued drinking during Prohibition, it was considered more tasteful to

Category

Vintage 1930s American Dry Bars

Materials

Chrome

1930s Period Monterey Prohibition Bar
1930s Period Monterey Prohibition Bar

1930s Period Monterey Prohibition Bar

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H 66.5 in W 69.25 in D 49 in

1930s Period Monterey Prohibition Bar

Located in Pasadena, CA

Hard to find Monterey bar by the Barker Brothers Cie. Manufactured by the Mason Manufacturing Co. Circa 1930's. Original finish, signed Monterey with colorful paintings by Juan Duran...

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Vintage 1930s American Rancho Monterey Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Rare Signed Monterey "Prohibition" Tiled Server
Rare Signed Monterey "Prohibition" Tiled Server

Rare Signed Monterey "Prohibition" Tiled Server

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H 42.25 in W 37.25 in D 18 in

Rare Signed Monterey "Prohibition" Tiled Server

By Monterey Sculpture Center

Located in Pasadena, CA

site during prohibition! Part of a remarkable set that has only had one previous owner.

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Early 20th Century American Cabinets

Art Deco Prohibition Era Philco "Radiobar"
Art Deco Prohibition Era Philco "Radiobar"

Art Deco Prohibition Era Philco "Radiobar"

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H 48.5 in W 33.5 in D 17.25 in

Art Deco Prohibition Era Philco "Radiobar"

By Radiobar Corp. and Philco

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Although most Americans continued drinking during Prohibition, it was considered more tasteful to

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dry Bars

Materials

Glass, Mirror

Rare and Exceptional Signed Monterey Prohibition Bar
Rare and Exceptional Signed Monterey Prohibition Bar

Rare and Exceptional Signed Monterey Prohibition Bar

Located in Pasadena, CA

An absolutely exceptional example of the classic Monterey "prohibition bar" crafted c. 1929 by

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Early 20th Century American Dry Bars

Materials

Copper

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Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas
Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas

Rare 19th Century Italian Memento Mori Bust / Sculpture Carrara Marble Vanitas

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Masterfully carved Italian Vanitas / Memento Mori bust in solid marble from late 19th century. White Carrara marble skull combined with masterfully carved hood & robes all from one...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Busts

Materials

Carrara Marble

Antique 20th Century Leather Travel Case For Jewellery Circa 1930
Antique 20th Century Leather Travel Case For Jewellery Circa 1930

Antique 20th Century Leather Travel Case For Jewellery Circa 1930

Located in London, GB

An Antique 20th Century Leather Travel Case For Jewellery, Circa 1930. This piece appears to be in unused condition, the exterior crocodile skin retains its original patina through...

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Early 20th Century Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Leather

Cloakroom Art Deco Sofa in Mahogany
Cloakroom Art Deco Sofa in Mahogany

Cloakroom Art Deco Sofa in Mahogany

$5,368

H 80.71 in W 77.56 in D 23.63 in

Cloakroom Art Deco Sofa in Mahogany

Located in Madrid, ES

Cloakroom Art Deco sofa. In mahogany, with mirror in the center and sofa in metal applications. Signs of use. Dim:: (larger) 205 x 197 x 60 cm. Good conditions.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sofas

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Vanity with Sliding Center Cabinet and Stool, 1930s
French Art Deco Vanity with Sliding Center Cabinet and Stool, 1930s

French Art Deco Vanity with Sliding Center Cabinet and Stool, 1930s

Located in Almelo, NL

French Art Deco Vanity with Sliding Center Cabinet and Stool, 1930s Exceptional French Art Deco vanity with large round mirror, sliding central cabinet, and original stool, crafted ...

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dressers

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Luxury Vanity Console in Walnut, Ebony and Marble
Art Deco Luxury Vanity Console in Walnut, Ebony and Marble

Art Deco Luxury Vanity Console in Walnut, Ebony and Marble

Located in Antwerp, BE

High-end walnut and ebony vanity table This eclectic and exuberant piece shows a beautiful form with stunning details such as the hand carved claw feet and flower motives Th...

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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Nouveau Vanities

Materials

Marble

Very Rare Antique Oak Wall Coat Rack w. Acrobatic Jester Figure Hooks, Great Fun
Very Rare Antique Oak Wall Coat Rack w. Acrobatic Jester Figure Hooks, Great Fun

Very Rare Antique Oak Wall Coat Rack w. Acrobatic Jester Figure Hooks, Great Fun

Located in Lisse, NL

Unique and highly decorative wall coat rack with at least ten hooks. One of the main reasons for people wanting to own antiques is for their decorative appeal and this hand-crafted ...

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Antique Late 19th Century German Victorian Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Iron

Süe & Mare rosewood and amboyna burl desk 1921
Süe & Mare rosewood and amboyna burl desk 1921

Süe & Mare rosewood and amboyna burl desk 1921

$91,262

H 29.53 in W 43.31 in D 28.75 in

Süe & Mare rosewood and amboyna burl desk 1921

By Sue et Mare

Located in Paris, IDF

This walnut, rosewood, and amboyna burl veneer desk dates from the early 1920s and was created by Louis Süe and André Mare. It takes us straight to the height of the Art Deco period....

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Amboyna

Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze and Malachite Fireplace
Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze and Malachite Fireplace

Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze and Malachite Fireplace

$163,800

H 45.75 in W 71.5 in D 17.25 in

Louis XIV Style Gilt Bronze and Malachite Fireplace

Located in Dallas, TX

This French Marble Mantel from the 20th century is a luxurious addition to any home. Crafted in the elegant Louis XIV style, it features stunning malachite stone in a beautiful emera...

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20th Century French Baroque Fireplaces and Mantels

Materials

Malachite, Ormolu

Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage
Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage

Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage

$425,000

H 168 in Dm 104 in

Venetian Monumental Seated Bird Cage

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian style (20th Cent) octagonal shaped painted and decorated metal and wood bird cage with 8 upholstered seat and back cushions around base. (Franco Zefferelli Collection)

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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Bird Cages

Materials

Metal

19th Century English Medicine Chest by Clay and Abraham, Liverpool
19th Century English Medicine Chest by Clay and Abraham, Liverpool

19th Century English Medicine Chest by Clay and Abraham, Liverpool

Located in Delft, NL

A 19th century English medicine chest by Clay and Abraham, Liverpool A small antique mahogany medicine cabinet with brass handle dating from the early 19th century, which opens th...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage
Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage

Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage

$19,850

H 6 in W 12 in D 9 in

Victorian Nécessaire de Voyage

Located in New Orleans, LA

A work of extraordinary craftsmanship, this exquisite English vanity case is as much an item of luxury as it is of necessity. Known as a nécessaire de voyage, the case features a lux...

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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Velvet, Glass, Wood

19th Century Empire Style Parcel Gilt Mahogany Armchair
19th Century Empire Style Parcel Gilt Mahogany Armchair

19th Century Empire Style Parcel Gilt Mahogany Armchair

Located in El Monte, CA

A stately 19th Century Empire Style armchair crafted from Mahogany with detailed gilt carvings and a neoclassical print green silk upholstery. Featuring a gilt sunburst and Eye of Go...

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Antique Early 19th Century European Empire Chairs

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze and Mahogany Bed by Paul Sormani
Antique French Gilt Bronze and Mahogany Bed by Paul Sormani

Antique French Gilt Bronze and Mahogany Bed by Paul Sormani

By Paul Sormani

Located in London, GB

Antique French gilt bronze and mahogany bed by Paul Sormani French, c. 1870 Height 178cm, width 176cm, depth 214cm Decorated with various ormolu (gilt bronze) mounts and beautiful...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Ormolu

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. 19th Century Daybed
Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. 19th Century Daybed

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. 19th Century Daybed

$32,000

H 43.31 in W 90.56 in D 30.32 in

Liceu de Artes e Ofícios. 19th Century Daybed

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This recamier/daybed was conceived and executed with utmost quality and expertise, showing a style that incorporates many influences from the eigtheenth and ninetheenth century. Made...

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Antique Late 19th Century Brazilian Romantic Chaise Longues

Materials

Wood

Art Nouveau Vase with Fiery Dragon by Stellmacher & Dachsel for RStK Amphora
Art Nouveau Vase with Fiery Dragon by Stellmacher & Dachsel for RStK Amphora

Art Nouveau Vase with Fiery Dragon by Stellmacher & Dachsel for RStK Amphora

By Paul Dachsel, Eduard Stellmacher

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Paul Dachsel was the son-in-law of Alfred Stellmacher, the founder of Amphora Pottery company in Turn-Teplitz, then in Austria. Very little is known or was written about Dachsel. He ...

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Antique 1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Porcelain

‘Grand Psyche’, Monumental Art Nouveau Mirror by Maison Millet
‘Grand Psyche’, Monumental Art Nouveau Mirror by Maison Millet

‘Grand Psyche’, Monumental Art Nouveau Mirror by Maison Millet

By Claudius Marioton, Maison Millet

Located in London, GB

‘Grand Psyche’, monumental Art Nouveau mirror by Maison Millet French, c. 1900 Height 270cm, width 170cm, depth 57cm This exquisite antique mirror was crafted around 1900 by the e...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Floor Mirrors and Full-Length Mirrors

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

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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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