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Retro 1970s China Cabinet

Vintage Display China Cabinet by Dyrlund Denmark, 1970s
Vintage Display China Cabinet by Dyrlund Denmark, 1970s

Vintage Display China Cabinet by Dyrlund Denmark, 1970s

By Dyrlund

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Mid century display/china cabinet, with lights, designed and manufactured by Dyrlund of Denmark

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Metal

Mastercraft, Mid-Century Modern, Cabinet, Chinese Motif, Brass, Bronze, 1970s
Mastercraft, Mid-Century Modern, Cabinet, Chinese Motif, Brass, Bronze, 1970s

Mastercraft, Mid-Century Modern, Cabinet, Chinese Motif, Brass, Bronze, 1970s

By Mastercraft

Located in Manhasset, NY

Mastercraft, Mid-Century Modern, Dresser or Chest of Drawers, Four Chinese Dynasty's, Brass, Bronze

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Brass, Bronze

Danish Hepplewhite Mahogany Display Cabinet by Farre Møbelfabrik, 1970s.
Danish Hepplewhite Mahogany Display Cabinet by Farre Møbelfabrik, 1970s.

Danish Hepplewhite Mahogany Display Cabinet by Farre Møbelfabrik, 1970s.

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Hepplewhite Mahogany Display Cabinet by Farre Møbelfabrik, 1970s. Elegant china cabinet in

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1970s Danish Hepplewhite Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Mahogany

Chinese style green lacquered chest of drawers, 1970s
Chinese style green lacquered chest of drawers, 1970s

Chinese style green lacquered chest of drawers, 1970s

$4,295

H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 39.38 in

Chinese style green lacquered chest of drawers, 1970s

Located in Lisboa, PT

Chest of drawers, sideboard in the style of China in lacquer with bronze handles. France, 1970s.

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1970s French Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Wood

Coastal Style Rattan Dry Bar/ Serving Cart. Circa 1970s
Coastal Style Rattan Dry Bar/ Serving Cart. Circa 1970s

Coastal Style Rattan Dry Bar/ Serving Cart. Circa 1970s

By Franco Albini

Located in Miami, FL

1970s Features a two-tiered frame with ornate accents and handles at both sides. In good original

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1970s Chinese Bohemian Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Bamboo, Rattan

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1970's Hollywood Regency China Cabinet in The Manner of Milo Baughman
1970's Hollywood Regency China Cabinet in The Manner of Milo Baughman

1970's Hollywood Regency China Cabinet in The Manner of Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Burbank, CA

Vintage 1970's Mid-Century Modern china cabinet for sale. It amazing original condition, and very

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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Brass

Asian chinoiserie Solid Rosewood China Cabinet, 1970s
Asian chinoiserie Solid Rosewood China Cabinet, 1970s

Asian chinoiserie Solid Rosewood China Cabinet, 1970s

Located in Lake Worth, FL

rosewood china cabinet Featuring 3 adjustable rosewood with glass insert shelves with 2 plate display

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1970s Chinoiserie Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Rosewood, Glass

1970s Baker Furniture Chinese Chippendale Style Cerused Pine Breakfront /Cabinet
1970s Baker Furniture Chinese Chippendale Style Cerused Pine Breakfront /Cabinet

1970s Baker Furniture Chinese Chippendale Style Cerused Pine Breakfront /Cabinet

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This cabinet is incredible. It is a custom piece by Baker Furniture Company. It has Chinese

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Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Glass, Pine

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Display China Cabinet Hutch by Lane
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Display China Cabinet Hutch by Lane

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Display China Cabinet Hutch by Lane

By Lane Furniture

Located in Lafayette, IN

upper cabinet with interior light and two glass shelves (not pictured). This cabinet is pure 1970s chic

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1970s American Brutalist Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Walnut

Rasmus Danish Mid Century Modern Lighted Rosewood China Cabinet Hutch c. 1970s
Rasmus Danish Mid Century Modern Lighted Rosewood China Cabinet Hutch c. 1970s

Rasmus Danish Mid Century Modern Lighted Rosewood China Cabinet Hutch c. 1970s

By Drylund

Located in Denville, NJ

vintage furniture piece that will stand the test of time. Beautiful Rosewood display cabinet with

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Rosewood

1970s Chinese Wood Patinated Buffet
1970s Chinese Wood Patinated Buffet

1970s Chinese Wood Patinated Buffet

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H 46.5 in W 46.8 in D 15.7 in

1970s Chinese Wood Patinated Buffet

Located in High Point, NC

A wood patinated buffet from China, circa 1970. A beautiful black lacquered cabinet, ornately

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1970s Chinese Chinese Export Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Brass

Brass and Glass Mastercraft Vitrine China Cabinet, circa 1970s
Brass and Glass Mastercraft Vitrine China Cabinet, circa 1970s

Brass and Glass Mastercraft Vitrine China Cabinet, circa 1970s

By Mastercraft

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a gorgeous Mastercraft China cabinet in very good condition with very minor signs of age

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Brass

1970s Burgundy Lacquered Wood Hall Cabinet Chinoiserie
1970s Burgundy Lacquered Wood Hall Cabinet Chinoiserie

1970s Burgundy Lacquered Wood Hall Cabinet Chinoiserie

Located in San Gabriel, CA

36.5" high x 24" wide x 12" deep 1970s wood cabinet lacquered in burgundy with floral bird design

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1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Retro 1970s China Cabinet

Materials

Wood, Paint, Lacquer

Young Manufacturing Vintage Mid Century Modern 2 Piece China Cabinet c. 1970s
Young Manufacturing Vintage Mid Century Modern 2 Piece China Cabinet c. 1970s

Young Manufacturing Vintage Mid Century Modern 2 Piece China Cabinet c. 1970s

By Young Manufacturing Company

Located in Denville, NJ

Young Manufacturing Vintage Mid Century Modern 2-Piece Buffet Hutch China Cabinet. The low-profile

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Glass, Walnut

Maitland Smith, Flame Mahogany, Chinese Chippendale Style Bookcases, 1970s
Maitland Smith, Flame Mahogany, Chinese Chippendale Style Bookcases, 1970s

Maitland Smith, Flame Mahogany, Chinese Chippendale Style Bookcases, 1970s

By Maitland Smith

Located in Manhasset, NY

Maitland Smith, Flame Mahogany, Chinese Chippendale Style Bookcases, Showcase Cabinets, 1970s

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1970s Chinese Chippendale Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Glass, Mahogany

John Widdicomb Asian Modern Dining Set Table Chairs Buffet China
John Widdicomb Asian Modern Dining Set Table Chairs Buffet China

John Widdicomb Asian Modern Dining Set Table Chairs Buffet China

By John Widdicomb

Located in Wayne, NJ

, but was custom made to match the set in the 1970's. Inside light. China cabinet is 78.5" long, 84

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Wood

John Widdicomb Asian Modern Dining Set Table Chairs Buffet China
John Widdicomb Asian Modern Dining Set Table Chairs Buffet China

John Widdicomb Asian Modern Dining Set Table Chairs Buffet China

By John Widdicomb

Located in Wayne, NJ

, but was custom made to match the set in the 1970's. Inside light. China cabinet is 78.5" long, 84

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1970s American Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Wood

1970s Garrison Mid Century Walnut 2 Door China Cabinet
1970s Garrison Mid Century Walnut 2 Door China Cabinet

1970s Garrison Mid Century Walnut 2 Door China Cabinet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This 1970s Garrison Mid Century walnut china cabinet exemplifies timeless craftsmanship and elegant

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Walnut

1970s Art Nouveau Wood and Gold Lacquer Hall Cabinet Chinoiserie
1970s Art Nouveau Wood and Gold Lacquer Hall Cabinet Chinoiserie

1970s Art Nouveau Wood and Gold Lacquer Hall Cabinet Chinoiserie

Located in San Gabriel, CA

36.5" high x 24" wide x 12" deep 1970s wood cabinet lacquered in gold and black. Some chips and

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1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Retro 1970s China Cabinet

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage King Colonial American Cherry Buffet & Hutch China Display Cabinet
Vintage King Colonial American Cherry Buffet & Hutch China Display Cabinet

Vintage King Colonial American Cherry Buffet & Hutch China Display Cabinet

By Kling Furniture Co.

Located in Dayton, OH

Circa 1970s Kling Colonial Solid Cherry China cabinet. Features a stepback hutch with arched and

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1970s American Colonial Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Glass, Cherry

Chinoiserie Teak and Burl Brass Mounted Cabinet on Stand, 1970s
Chinoiserie Teak and Burl Brass Mounted Cabinet on Stand, 1970s

Chinoiserie Teak and Burl Brass Mounted Cabinet on Stand, 1970s

Located in Raymondville, TX

This vintage 1970's Chinese campaign style cabinet on stand is finely crafted of teak and burl elm

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1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lighted China Cabinet with Chrome Accents
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lighted China Cabinet with Chrome Accents

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Lighted China Cabinet with Chrome Accents

Located in Topeka, KS

Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern walnut veneer china cabinet with chrome accents, glass shelves, and

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Chrome

Asian Chinese Credenza by Chin Hua for Century Furniture , Circa 1970s
Asian Chinese Credenza by Chin Hua for Century Furniture , Circa 1970s

Asian Chinese Credenza by Chin Hua for Century Furniture , Circa 1970s

By Century Furniture

Located in Bedford Hills, NY

Mid-Century or Hollywood Regency Chinese credenza designed by Chin Hua for Century Furniture

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

Materials

Brass

1970s Vintage Century Furniture Chin Hua by Raymond K Sobota Dual China Display
1970s Vintage Century Furniture Chin Hua by Raymond K Sobota Dual China Display

1970s Vintage Century Furniture Chin Hua by Raymond K Sobota Dual China Display

By Century Furniture, Raymond Sabota

Located in Waxahachie, TX

Born in 1970 in North Carolina. Dual China display cabinet/ sideboard/ credenza by Century

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1970s American Campaign Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Brass

Italian 1970s Chinese Red Lacquered and Brass Asian Style Sideboard / Credenza
Italian 1970s Chinese Red Lacquered and Brass Asian Style Sideboard / Credenza

Italian 1970s Chinese Red Lacquered and Brass Asian Style Sideboard / Credenza

By Angolometallarte

Located in New York, NY

One-of-a-kind Italian vintage sideboard or cabinet by the Roman Company l'Angolo Metallarte

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Brass

Four-Door Bone China Blue Lacquered Cabinet, 1970s
Four-Door Bone China Blue Lacquered Cabinet, 1970s

Four-Door Bone China Blue Lacquered Cabinet, 1970s

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H 29.34 in W 80.32 in D 20.08 in

Four-Door Bone China Blue Lacquered Cabinet, 1970s

By Pierre Cardin

Located in London, GB

A four-door bone China blue lacquered cabinet with brass-plated mounts attributed to Cardin/Rizzo

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1970s Retro 1970s China Cabinet

1970s "Campaign Series" Modern China Cabinet by Henredon
1970s "Campaign Series" Modern China Cabinet by Henredon

1970s "Campaign Series" Modern China Cabinet by Henredon

By Henredon

Located in Alhambra, CA

1970s modern China/ buffet cabinet from Henredon's iconic "Campaign Series." This deluxe, solid

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro 1970s China Cabinet

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Brass

Stunning Vintage 1970s Red Lacquered Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents
Stunning Vintage 1970s Red Lacquered Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents

Stunning Vintage 1970s Red Lacquered Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Embrace the allure of vintage elegance with our beautifully restored 1970s chest of drawers, a

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1960s Chinese Chinese Export Retro 1970s China Cabinet

Materials

Brass

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Located in NEW YORK, NY

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By Dyrlund

Located in Nuernberg, DE

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Located in Roma, Lazio

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$7,000

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$2,200

H 59.75 in W 54.5 in D 12.75 in

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By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1

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Teak

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By Dyrlund

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Retro 1970s China Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the retro 1970s China cabinet you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each retro 1970s China cabinet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, glass and metal. Your living room may not be complete without a retro 1970s China cabinet — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each retro 1970s China cabinet bearing Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made retro 1970s China cabinet has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Century Furniture, Drexel and Mastercraft are consistently popular.

How Much is a Retro 1970s China Cabinet?

Prices for a retro 1970s China cabinet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $391 and can go as high as $15,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,900.

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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