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Late Qing Dynasty Low Chinese Red Lacquer Bedside Cabinet
Late Qing Dynasty Low Chinese Red Lacquer Bedside Cabinet

Late Qing Dynasty Low Chinese Red Lacquer Bedside Cabinet

Located in Sheffield, MA

Late 19th century Chinese elmwood cabinets in an old lacquered finish.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Monumental 19th Century Chinese Shanxi Red Lacquer & Gilt Tapered Cabinet
Monumental 19th Century Chinese Shanxi Red Lacquer & Gilt Tapered Cabinet

Monumental 19th Century Chinese Shanxi Red Lacquer & Gilt Tapered Cabinet

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional, monumental 19th-century Chinese tapered cabinet (Qing Dynasty), originating from Shanxi Province.

Category

Antique 1870s Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Pair of Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Open Front Door Table Cabinets
Pair of Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Open Front Door Table Cabinets

Pair of Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Open Front Door Table Cabinets

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Pair Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Table Cabinets. Beautiful pair of matching red lacquer diminutive Chinese storage table cabinets.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Large Chinese Apothecary Cabinet, 56 Drawers, Early 20th Century
Large Chinese Apothecary Cabinet, 56 Drawers, Early 20th Century

Large Chinese Apothecary Cabinet, 56 Drawers, Early 20th Century

Located in BORGO, FR

Large Chinese apothecary cabinet with 56 drawers, early 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Vintage Chinese Chippendale Style Pagoda Glass Front Cabinet on Stand
Vintage Chinese Chippendale Style Pagoda Glass Front Cabinet on Stand

Vintage Chinese Chippendale Style Pagoda Glass Front Cabinet on Stand

By Maitland Smith

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Standout vintage black and gold Chinese Chippendale style cabinet, handcrafted in hardwood with a dramatic pagoda top.

Category

20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Late Qing Dynasty Elm Armoire with Storage Drawers and Hidden Lower Compartment
Late Qing Dynasty Elm Armoire with Storage Drawers and Hidden Lower Compartment

Late Qing Dynasty Elm Armoire with Storage Drawers and Hidden Lower Compartment

Located in Yonkers, NY

Whether placed in a modern home or a traditionally styled setting, this antique Chinese cabinet introduces rich texture, history, and versatility to any room.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Chinese Polychrome Lacquer Two-Door Cabinet, 19th Century
Chinese Polychrome Lacquer Two-Door Cabinet, 19th Century

Chinese Polychrome Lacquer Two-Door Cabinet, 19th Century

Located in Rødding, DK

A polychrome lacquered two-door cabinet, Chinese, 19th century. Each door carries a gold-ground figural panel depicting court scenes in the classical narrative tradition, the figures...

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sideboards

Materials

Elm

Red Lacquer Temple Cabinet, Shan XI China
Red Lacquer Temple Cabinet, Shan XI China

Red Lacquer Temple Cabinet, Shan XI China

Located in Buchanan, MI

Red lacquer temple cabinet Shan XI China, 200 years old. Note original sales ticket.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Asian Cabinets

Materials

Lacquer, Wood

Chinese Chippendale Style Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Cabinet By Century Furniture
Chinese Chippendale Style Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Cabinet By Century Furniture

Chinese Chippendale Style Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Cabinet By Century Furniture

By Century Furniture

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a Chinese chippendale style chinoiserie cabinet by Century Furniture.

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Hardwood Bar Cabinet with Shou Carvings, 20th Century
Antique Chinese Hardwood Bar Cabinet with Shou Carvings, 20th Century

Antique Chinese Hardwood Bar Cabinet with Shou Carvings, 20th Century

Located in Queens, NY

Antique Chinese hardwood bar cabinet with a paneled exterior and brass-hinged top and doors that open to reveal ample storage for glassware, slide-out bottle trays, two drawers and S...

Category

20th Century Chinese Export Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood

Grand Chinese Black Lacquer Cabinet, c. 1750
Grand Chinese Black Lacquer Cabinet, c. 1750

Grand Chinese Black Lacquer Cabinet, c. 1750

Located in Chicago, IL

This grand black lacquer cabinet epitomizes the austere beauty of classical Chinese furniture design.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Elm

Chinese Red & Black Lacquer Figural Soapstone Dry Bar Cabinet Chinoiserie
Chinese Red & Black Lacquer Figural Soapstone Dry Bar Cabinet Chinoiserie

Chinese Red & Black Lacquer Figural Soapstone Dry Bar Cabinet Chinoiserie

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid 20th Century Chinese Red and Black Lacquer Soapstone Inlaid Dry Bar, circa 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Soapstone

Chinese Early 20th Century Red Lacquer Three-Section Stackable Cabinet
Chinese Early 20th Century Red Lacquer Three-Section Stackable Cabinet

Chinese Early 20th Century Red Lacquer Three-Section Stackable Cabinet

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese red lacquered three-section stackable cabinet from the early 20th century, with polychrome lacquer.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chinese Traditional Curio Display Shelf/Multi-Treasure Cabinet 26LP112
Vintage Chinese Traditional Curio Display Shelf/Multi-Treasure Cabinet 26LP112

Vintage Chinese Traditional Curio Display Shelf/Multi-Treasure Cabinet 26LP112

Located in Pomona, CA

This item is a traditional Chinese Bo Gu Jia (博古架), also known as a Chinese curio display shelf or multi-treasure cabinet.

Category

Vintage 1960s Chinese Chinese Export Shelves

Materials

Hardwood

Lighted Chinese Rosewood Hexagon 4 Shelf Curio with 2 Door Cabinet
Lighted Chinese Rosewood Hexagon 4 Shelf Curio with 2 Door Cabinet

Lighted Chinese Rosewood Hexagon 4 Shelf Curio with 2 Door Cabinet

Located in Pasadena, TX

This curio cabinet is made of rosewood. It's hexagon shaped and has 3 glass shelves. It has a light in the ceiling and dual doors at the bottom that open to reveal extra storage. The...

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Rosewood

Chinese Qing Dynasty Compound Cabinet with Drawers and Hidden Panel
Chinese Qing Dynasty Compound Cabinet with Drawers and Hidden Panel

Chinese Qing Dynasty Compound Cabinet with Drawers and Hidden Panel

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period compound cabinet from the early 20th century, with doors, drawers and removable panel.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Chinese Crackled Lacquer Tapered Cabinet, c. 1750
Chinese Crackled Lacquer Tapered Cabinet, c. 1750

Chinese Crackled Lacquer Tapered Cabinet, c. 1750

Located in Chicago, IL

The essence of traditional Chinese furniture is fully expressed in the simplicity and graceful presence of this 18th century two-door cabinet.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Chinese Red Lacquer Wedding Cabinet, c. 1800
Chinese Red Lacquer Wedding Cabinet, c. 1800

Chinese Red Lacquer Wedding Cabinet, c. 1800

Located in Chicago, IL

A classic piece of Chinese furniture, this striking red lacquer cabinet was likely part of a traditional wedding dowry, bestowed upon the groom by the bride's family filled with fine...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Iron

Rustic Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Cabinet with Floral Carvings
Rustic Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Cabinet with Floral Carvings

Rustic Chinese Qing Dynasty Carved Cabinet with Floral Carvings

Located in Yonkers, NY

This rustic Chinese altar cabinet dates to the late Qing dynasty and showcases the robust craftsmanship and richly textured surfaces prized in traditional Chinese furniture.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Antique Chinese Shanxi Paneled Cabinet with Gilt Paintings, c. 1850
Antique Chinese Shanxi Paneled Cabinet with Gilt Paintings, c. 1850

Antique Chinese Shanxi Paneled Cabinet with Gilt Paintings, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

In fact, this example closely resembles a cabinetry style seen in early Chinese ceramic models - a testament to its traditional style.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Chinese Late 19th-Century Inlaid Black Lacquer Cabinet Qing Dynasty
Chinese Late 19th-Century Inlaid Black Lacquer Cabinet Qing Dynasty

Chinese Late 19th-Century Inlaid Black Lacquer Cabinet Qing Dynasty

Located in Hoddesdon, GB

Chinese late-19th-century inlaid black lacquer cabinet (Qing dynasty) – a magnificent example from the Canton region of China.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Vintage Boho Ficks Reed Etagere
Vintage Boho Ficks Reed Etagere

Vintage Boho Ficks Reed Etagere

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Highly versatile, this substantial piece is perfect for displaying collected objects, books, and art, while the lower cabinet offers concealed storage, functioning effectively as a b...

Category

Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Reed

18th Century Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Cabinet with Original Décor
18th Century Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Cabinet with Original Décor

18th Century Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Cabinet with Original Décor

Located in Kastrup, DK

A stunning Chinese tapered cabinet from the 18th century, black lacquered with original gilt chinoiserie motifs.

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Ming Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Camphor Wood Lacquered Chinese Scholar Cabinet / Document Box, 'Qing Dynasty'
Camphor Wood Lacquered Chinese Scholar Cabinet / Document Box, 'Qing Dynasty'

Camphor Wood Lacquered Chinese Scholar Cabinet / Document Box, 'Qing Dynasty'

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

A 19th century camphor wood lacquered Chinese scholar cabinet from the Qing Dynasty. It features original fittings which include side and drawer handles.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Other Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Qing Dynasty Chinese Red and Black Lacquer Cabinet with Phoenix Motifs
Qing Dynasty Chinese Red and Black Lacquer Cabinet with Phoenix Motifs

Qing Dynasty Chinese Red and Black Lacquer Cabinet with Phoenix Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Chinese red and black lacquered wood cabinet dating to the late Qing Dynasty, circa 1900.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Chinese Black-Lacquered Elm Cabinet with Brass Hardware, Late Qing
Antique Chinese Black-Lacquered Elm Cabinet with Brass Hardware, Late Qing

Antique Chinese Black-Lacquered Elm Cabinet with Brass Hardware, Late Qing

Located in Casteren, NL

This characterful cabinet was crafted in China around 1880–1910, during the final decades of the Qing dynasty.

Category

Antique 1880s Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Iron

Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Wood Altar Cabinet with Pierced Panels
Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Wood Altar Cabinet with Pierced Panels

Late 19th Century Chinese Carved Wood Altar Cabinet with Pierced Panels

Located in Yonkers, NY

A handsome late 19th-century Chinese altar cabinet or coffer, dating to the late Qing dynasty, circa 1880–1910.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Pair of Grand Chinese Chrysanthemum Cabinets, 19th Century
Pair of Grand Chinese Chrysanthemum Cabinets, 19th Century

Pair of Grand Chinese Chrysanthemum Cabinets, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

A classic piece of Chinese furniture, this pair of tall lacquered cabinets was likely part of a traditional wedding dowry, bestowed upon the groom by the bride's family filled with f...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Elm

Chinese Black Lacquer Square Corner Cabinet, c. 1850
Chinese Black Lacquer Square Corner Cabinet, c. 1850

Chinese Black Lacquer Square Corner Cabinet, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

With clean lines and a darkly lacquered finish, this square corner cabinet celebrates the restraint of classic Chinese furniture forms.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Elm

Small Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elmwood Two-Piece Storage Cabinet
Small Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elmwood Two-Piece Storage Cabinet

Small Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Elmwood Two-Piece Storage Cabinet

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese antique Qing Dynasty period two-piece storage cabinet from the 19th century, with natural elmwood patina.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Dining room furniture Henry II
Dining room furniture Henry II

Dining room furniture Henry II

$2,558Sale Price / set|50% Off

Dining room furniture Henry II

Located in Porto, PT

Portuguese; in walnut wood; composed of: China cabinet; 2 sideboards; 12 chairs and table.

Category

Early 20th Century Portuguese Dining Room Sets

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chinese Hong-Mu Pedestal Cabinets
Pair of Chinese Hong-Mu Pedestal Cabinets

Pair of Chinese Hong-Mu Pedestal Cabinets

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Chinese Hong-Mu pedestal cabinets Each of rectangular form fitted with an upper drawer and a pair of cupboard doors.

Category

Early 20th Century Cabinets

19th Century Chinese Painted Medicine Cabinet Dresser
19th Century Chinese Painted Medicine Cabinet Dresser

19th Century Chinese Painted Medicine Cabinet Dresser

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, medicine cabinet you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful cabinet is statemen...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Asian Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of 20th Century Chinese Black and Gold Lacquered Three-Tiered Cabinets
Pair of 20th Century Chinese Black and Gold Lacquered Three-Tiered Cabinets

Pair of 20th Century Chinese Black and Gold Lacquered Three-Tiered Cabinets

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Chinese black lacquered three-tiered glass and wooden cabinets decorated with landscape scenes and carved borders with brass hardware and detailed interior ( Early 20th Centu...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

19th Century Yellow Chinese Apothecary Medicine Cabinet with 67 Drawers
19th Century Yellow Chinese Apothecary Medicine Cabinet with 67 Drawers

19th Century Yellow Chinese Apothecary Medicine Cabinet with 67 Drawers

Located in Somis, CA

A stunning 19th-century Chinese apothecary herb medicine cabinet featuring 64 standard drawers and 3 larger drawers beneath a fine cornice.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Altar Cabinet with Natural Finish
Chinese Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Altar Cabinet with Natural Finish

Chinese Qing Dynasty Period 19th Century Altar Cabinet with Natural Finish

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing dynasty period altar cabinet from the 19th century, with natural finish, everted flanges, two drawers over double doors and carved sides.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Chinese Chippendale Astral Glazed Mahogany Display Cabinet
Chinese Chippendale Astral Glazed Mahogany Display Cabinet

Chinese Chippendale Astral Glazed Mahogany Display Cabinet

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Chinese Chippendale Astral Glazed Mahogany Display Cabinet This is a very attractive piece, it is made in Mahogany, the Cabinet has 2 astral glazed doors and and is shelved inside ...

Category

Antique 19th Century Vitrines

Materials

Mahogany

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Cabinet with Chinoiserie Décor
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Cabinet with Chinoiserie Décor

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Cabinet with Chinoiserie Décor

Located in Yonkers, NY

Created in China during the Qing dynasty, this compound cabinet features a smaller storage chest stacked on top of a regular sized cabinet.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Mahogany Netsuke Enclosed Display Cabinet C1930
Antique Chinese Mahogany Netsuke Enclosed Display Cabinet C1930

Antique Chinese Mahogany Netsuke Enclosed Display Cabinet C1930

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Chinese Mahogany Netsuke Enclosed Display Cabinet With Carved Boken Arch Crest C1930 Measures - 28" x 17 1/2" x 5 1/2"

Category

Early 20th Century Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinets with Original Decoration
Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinets with Original Decoration

Pair of Chinese Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinets with Original Decoration

Located in Kastrup, DK

A pair of cabinets in red-lacquered elm, richly decorated and exceptionally well-preserved.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Late 19th Century Chinese Elm Cabinet with Burlwood Panels and Brass Hardware
Late 19th Century Chinese Elm Cabinet with Burlwood Panels and Brass Hardware

Late 19th Century Chinese Elm Cabinet with Burlwood Panels and Brass Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese elm cabinet from the late 19th century, with burlwood door panels, brass hardware, open shelf and carved lower apron.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

MId-20th Century Chinese Carved Rosewood Siver Chest Cabinet
MId-20th Century Chinese Carved Rosewood Siver Chest Cabinet

MId-20th Century Chinese Carved Rosewood Siver Chest Cabinet

Located in Germantown, MD

An exceptional Mid-20th Century Chinese Carved Rosewood Siver Chest and Cabinet in great vintage condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Export Cupboards

Materials

Felt, Rosewood

19th century Chinese Raised Carved Panel Cabinet Chest
19th century Chinese Raised Carved Panel Cabinet Chest

19th century Chinese Raised Carved Panel Cabinet Chest

Located in New York, NY

Oing Dynasty Antique Carved Raised Panel Cabinet painted top chest. Beautiful hand painted lacquered Cabinet Chest from Fujian province China.

Category

Antique 1890s Qing Cabinets

Materials

Cypress

19th century Chinese Canton black lacquered desk cabinet
19th century Chinese Canton black lacquered desk cabinet

19th century Chinese Canton black lacquered desk cabinet

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th century chinese canton black lacquered desk cabinet, circa 1830.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Regency Desks

Materials

Alabaster

Chinese 19th Century Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinet with Medallion Hardware
Chinese 19th Century Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinet with Medallion Hardware

Chinese 19th Century Qing Dynasty Red Lacquer Cabinet with Medallion Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period red lacquered cabinet from the 19th century, with round medallion hardware and drawers.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Metal

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Used China Cabinets For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of used China cabinets available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and elm, all used China cabinets available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of used China cabinets available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Used China cabinets bearing Mid-Century Modern or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Used China cabinets have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen and Drexel are consistently popular.

How Much are Used China Cabinets?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,876, while they’re typically $140 on the low end and $346,832 highest priced.

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.

Questions About Used China Cabinets

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Refurbishing a china cabinet comes down to restoring the wood it was made out of. Take off the hardware, sand and stain the wood and then reassemble. Voila! Just like new. Or, save the hassle and shop a variety of vintage and antique china cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A china cabinet is a piece of furniture with a glass front, used to display porcelain or sterling silver dinnerware. It is also known as a china cabinet, breakfront or hutch. Shop a range of antique and vintage cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A china cabinet is a piece of furniture with glass panels used to hold and display china or ceramics. China cabinets grew in popularity in the late 1600s and 1700s with the rise of porcelain exports to Europe. You’ll find a range of china cabinets and other display cases on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The point of a china cabinet is to safely store valuable dinnerware, serveware and decorative objects without hiding them from sight. Because their doors feature glass panels, you can see inside but dust cannot easily enter. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique and vintage china cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A file cabinet is a necessary piece of office furniture for keeping documents and files organized and easily accessible. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary file cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A hutch cabinet is a multifunctional piece of furniture. It can be used to serve tea and coffee while also storing your favourite china and other larger serving dishes. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic hutch cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Also known as a sideboard, a buffet table is mostly used for storage of large dining pieces, like a gravy boat, or everyday pieces, such as plates and flatware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You may still find some apothecary cabinets being used today in small pharmacies but they were a commonplace element in the 1800s, and a very efficient way for physicians and pharmacists to store and categorize their medications. Shop a collection of vintage and antique apothecary cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A low and long piece of freestanding cabinetry that can hold china and other accessories can be called a sideboard or a buffet. Both of these pieces are similar in form and function and sometimes the terms are used interchangeably. When used in the dining room it’s typically called a buffet and in the living room it’s a sideboard. Find an assortment of sideboards and buffets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    For an item to be considered antique, it needs to be 100 years or older. It can be tricky to determine the age of a cabinet on your own. The best way to determine the value and age of your china cabinet is to work with a certified appraiser. You’ll find expertly vetted antique china cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A small china cabinet is called a hutch. Shop hutches and other storage furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    The main difference between a hutch and a china cabinet is their locations in a home. Although they look similar, a hutch can be placed in nearly any room and has a multipurpose use (for storage or displaying collections). A china cabinet is always in a dining room or kitchen and is used for storing and displaying fine china.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    A flat file cabinet is used for storing and organizing paperwork. Most are generously proportioned and designed specifically for blueprints, artwork, maps and other large items. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of flat file cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much an antique china cabinet is worth depends on the style of the cabinet, age and condition. Any additional features/decorative touches might increase the worth of the cabinet. That is, a cabinet with hand painting or carving will cost more in general. Also, the older the cabinet, the more its value. An antique china cabinet can be purchased for $1500 onwards. Find a collection of antique china cabinets today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
    Collectors repurpose them for jewelry and craft-supply storage, as a bar cabinet, or as a decorative console with plenty of small-item organization.

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