What's a dry sink used for?

In the 19th century, dry sinks were places for cleaning up. They held a pitcher of water and provided a basin for hand-washing and washing dishes. The advent of indoor plumbing caused dry sinks' popularity to fade. Find a variety of dry sinks on 1stDibs.

What is a dry sink cabinet?

A dry sink is a cabinet with a slightly recessed top that holds a basin and a water pitcher. Before the introduction of indoor plumbing, a dry sink was a popular piece of furniture in households. The cabinet was an ideal location for storing materials out of sight. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dry sink cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

Used Dry Sinks

Antique Farmhouse Sink

Kitchen Sinks

American Washstand

Pennsylvania Cabinet

Important GUSTAV STICKLEY nice EARLY Dry Sink - W7736

$7,500

H 44.25 in W 39.5 in D 21 in

Important GUSTAV STICKLEY nice EARLY Dry Sink - W7736

By Gustav Stickley

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

This is an important Gustav Stickley Dry Sink in pristine condition. Through Tenon construction all

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Oak

19thc Dry Sink From Pennsylvania in Painted Surface

$1,996Sale Price|20% Off

H 44 in W 49 in D 18 in

19thc Dry Sink From Pennsylvania in Painted Surface

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This early Pennsylvania dry sink is painted grey over green surface.The condition is good and

Category

19th Century American Adirondack Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

Vintage Primitive Patinated Copper Dry Sink

$4,850

H 29 in W 55.25 in D 22.5 in

Vintage Primitive Patinated Copper Dry Sink

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exceptional primitive dry sink is a soulful testament to early 20th-century utilitarian design

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

Antique Wabi Sabi Dry Sink Cabinet

$3,000

H 30.75 in W 37 in D 19.25 in

Antique Wabi Sabi Dry Sink Cabinet

Located in Las Vegas, NV

A beautiful example of an antique dry sink. This piece is beautiful with countless decades of

Category

Early 20th Century Primitive Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

Robert LeMarOn the Dry Sink, Painting, Oil on Canvas, 2018

$1,960

H 22 in W 30 in D 1 in

On the Dry Sink, Painting, Oil on Canvas

By Robert LeMar

Located in Yardley, PA

Items on a dry sink :: Painting :: Impressionist :: This piece comes with an official certificate

Category

2010s Impressionist Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Oil

Pennsylvania Primitive Red Painted Dry Sink Cupboard 19th Century

$1,850

H 59 in W 37.5 in D 16 in

Pennsylvania Primitive Red Painted Dry Sink Cupboard 19th Century

Located in Forest Grove, PA

A late 19th century Pennsylvania dry sink or cupboard resting on high cut out feet. Clean interior

Category

Late 19th Century American Primitive Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Eastlake Washstand Cabinet Dry Sink Commode Towel Bar

$770Sale Price|30% Off

H 54 in W 31 in D 16 in

Antique Victorian Eastlake Washstand Cabinet Dry Sink Commode Towel Bar

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Victorian wash stand, dry sink or commode featuring upper towel bar over three drawers with

Category

Late 19th Century Eastlake Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Bassett Maple Dry Sink Cabinet with Copper Lined Basin

$1,195

H 50.5 in W 40 in D 19 in

Vintage Bassett Maple Dry Sink Cabinet with Copper Lined Basin

By Bassett Furniture

Located in Germantown, MD

Vintage Bassett maple dry sink cabinet with copper lined basin. Very good vintage condition. Brass

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Brass, Copper

Marble-Top Washstand Dry Sink with Marble Surround and Shelves, French

$2,985

H 43.25 in W 39.5 in D 22 in

Marble-Top Washstand Dry Sink with Marble Surround and Shelves, French

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Marble-top washstand dry sink with marble surround and shelves, French, circa 1880, the stand in

Category

19th Century French Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Marble

Antique Pine Lift-Top Dry Sink, American Colonial Style, 19th Century

$476Sale Price|20% Off

H 30.5 in W 29 in D 17 in

Antique Pine Lift-Top Dry Sink, American Colonial Style, 19th Century

Located in Trenton, NJ

Rich in 19th-century Americana, this antique pine lift-top dry sink is a beautiful expression of

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown American Colonial Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Antique Victorian Walnut Marble Top Barley Twist Washstand Dry Sink Server Bar

$3,255Sale Price|30% Off

H 37 in W 48 in D 23 in

Antique Victorian Walnut Marble Top Barley Twist Washstand Dry Sink Server Bar

Located in Dayton, OH

A large antique Victorian washstand, dry sink, server or dry bar, circa 1870. Featuring a white

Category

19th Century Victorian Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Marble

Antique Victorian Quartersawn Oak Chest Washstand Dry Sink W Towel Bar Rack

$770Sale Price|30% Off

H 57 in W 32 in D 19 in

Antique Victorian Quartersawn Oak Chest Washstand Dry Sink W Towel Bar Rack

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique American Victorian wash stand or dry sink. Made of quartersawn oak featuring serpentine

Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Oak

Early 19th Century Primitive Painted Wood Cupboard / Dry Sink Original Verdigris

$3,800

H 46 in W 47 in D 20 in

Early 19th Century Primitive Painted Wood Cupboard / Dry Sink Original Verdigris

Located in North Fort Myers, FL

exceptionally early and massive primitive cupboard / dry sink with breathtaking age, presence, and

Category

Early 19th Century Folk Art Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

Antique English Oak Barley Twist Vanity / Commode / Chest / Dry Sink

$2,495

H 60 in W 36 in D 17 in

Antique English Oak Barley Twist Vanity / Commode / Chest / Dry Sink

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is an antique English oak vanity or commode with barley twist form supports. The mirror lifts out of its frame. The castors are original. It is in very good condition. My shipp...

Category

Early 20th Century English Jacobean Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Early American Maple & Cherry Two Tier Side Accent Table Dry Sink Washstand

$490Sale Price|30% Off

H 32 in W 18 in D 18 in

Early American Maple & Cherry Two Tier Side Accent Table Dry Sink Washstand

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Early American style side table made of curly maple and cherry. Features a two tier design with serpentine gallery, turned supports and dovetailed drawer. Measure: 32" Surfa...

Category

20th Century American American Colonial Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Cherry, Maple

Antique Late Victorian Oak 3 Drawer Chest Washstand & Towel Bar Rack Dry Sink

$700Sale Price|30% Off

H 52 in W 32 in D 17 in

Antique Late Victorian Oak 3 Drawer Chest Washstand & Towel Bar Rack Dry Sink

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 19th Century Washstand. Made from solid oak with a backsplash and towel bar. Features three dovetailed drawers with brass hardware and a lower cabinet. Great for use with a w...

Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Oak

Vintage French Oak Flip-Top Confiturier, Cabinet, Cupboard or Dry Sink, or Bar

$2,980

H 43.75 in W 25.75 in D 20.5 in

Vintage French Oak Flip-Top Confiturier, Cabinet, Cupboard or Dry Sink, or Bar

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Endless possibilities abound in this special French Confiturier, Small Cupboard. Constructed of solid oak with raised panels, a full door hinge, and a wonderful flip open top, give t...

Category

1930s French Country Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Oak

Modern Trunk Bar Black and Red with Sink Inside on Wheels

$2,601

H 43.31 in W 29.53 in D 19.69 in

Modern Trunk Bar Black and Red with Sink Inside on Wheels

Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH

Modern trunk bar black and red with sink inside on wheels.

Category

1980s French Modern Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Plastic, Bentwood

Recent Sales

Antique French Potting Shed Dry Sink

Unavailable

H 33.5 in W 45.5 in D 22 in

Antique French Potting Shed Dry Sink

Located in Round Top, TX

Purchased in Lyon, France, this dry sink was originally used in a potting shed. It's graceful

Category

Late 19th Century French French Provincial Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Zinc

Early Asian Dry Sink or Planting Table

Unavailable

H 31 in W 49 in D 20 in

Early Asian Dry Sink or Planting Table

Located in Hudson, NY

. The console or dry sink shows signs of exterior use. This has created a beautiful weathered patina

Category

Early 20th Century East Asian Chinese Export Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Teak

19th Century Pennsylvania Two-Tone Green and Red Painted Dry Sink

Unavailable

H 33.5 in W 39 in D 19 in

19th Century Pennsylvania Two-Tone Green and Red Painted Dry Sink

Located in Woodbury, CT

Dry sink with rectangular top with well over case with one red and green painted paneled cupboard

Category

1830s American Country Used Dry Sinks

Dry Sink

Sold

H 35 in W 53 in D 27 in

Dry Sink

Located in Surrey, BC

Pine Dry sink with original surface paint. Tin covering with shelf and three side drawers and

Category

19th Century Canadian Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Tin

19th Century Quebec Pine Dry Sink

Sold

H 31 in W 51 in D 24 in

19th Century Quebec Pine Dry Sink

Located in Surrey, BC

1830 Quebec dry sink with surface taken down to grey/blue ' pine.

Category

19th Century Canadian Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

17th c. Monumental French Soapstone Dry Sink

Sold

H 5.5 in W 63 in D 24 in

17th c. Monumental French Soapstone Dry Sink

Located in Greenwich, CT

A 17th century French monumental hand-carved soapstone dry sink having full lip on all sides

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Stone

American 19th century Dry Sink ( New England )

Sold

H 30 in W 29 in D 16 in

American 19th century Dry Sink ( New England )

Located in Bellport, NY

Late 19th century New England Pine Wood Dry Sink.

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

19th Century American Cherrywood Dry Sink

Sold

H 34 in W 36.5 in D 20 in

19th Century American Cherrywood Dry Sink

Located in Savannah, GA

Primitive American cherrywood dry sink. Retains the original brass latches and "H" hinges. Features

Category

1850s American Primitive Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Cherry

Antique Pennsylvania Pine Farmhouse Dry Sink Washstand Bar Cabinet

Sold

H 45.5 in W 23 in D 39 in

Antique Pennsylvania Pine Farmhouse Dry Sink Washstand Bar Cabinet

Located in Dayton, OH

"Early American dry sink cabinet, circa mid 19th century. Made of pine featuring rectangular form

Category

Mid-19th Century Rustic Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

19th century pine country original dry sink

Sold

H 29 in W 46 in D 20 in

19th century pine country original dry sink

Located in Surrey, BC

A very nice simple original dry sink in as found condition , showing a polychrome painted finish

Category

Late 19th Century American Country Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Zinc

Antique Pine Early American Dry Sink Cabinet Country Farmhouse

Sold

H 31 in W 20 in D 61.5 in

Antique Pine Early American Dry Sink Cabinet Country Farmhouse

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Early American dry sink cabinet. Made of oak featuring primitive styling. Measure: 62".

Category

19th Century American Colonial Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Oak, Pine

Primitive Farmhouse Dry Sink Cupboard in Original Paint

Sold

H 31 in W 49 in D 19 in

Primitive Farmhouse Dry Sink Cupboard in Original Paint

Located in Surrey, BC

Ontario dry sink in original bright green polychrome paint, circa 1870. This piece has an untouched

Category

1870s Canadian Primitive Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

American 19thc Pine Dry Sink

Sold

H 32 in W 36.5 in D 19 in

American 19thc Pine Dry Sink

Located in Bellport, NY

Mid 19thc New England pine dry sink,having two front draws,one shelf,origional brass fittings,nice

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Americana, New England 19thc Pine Dry Sink/Cabinet

Sold

H 30 in W 29 in D 16 in

Americana, New England 19thc Pine Dry Sink/Cabinet

Located in Bellport, NY

Lovely American country piece. Originaly used as a dry sink. The top lid opens to an area where the

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Late 18th Century to Early 19th Century American Classical Dry Sink

Sold

H 32 in W 49 in D 23 in

Late 18th Century to Early 19th Century American Classical Dry Sink

Located in Middleburg, VA

Late 18th century to early 19th century American Classical dry sink United States, 1790-1810

Category

Late 18th Century American American Classical Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

19th century American Pine Dry Sink

Sold

H 32 in W 36.5 in D 19 in

19th century American Pine Dry Sink

Located in Bellport, NY

Mid 19th century New England pine dry sink,two doors, and one shelf,origional brass fittings.Nice

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Hand-Made, Antique American Dry Sink

Sold

H 32.5 in W 43.5 in D 20 in

Hand-Made, Antique American Dry Sink

Located in Houston, TX

Charming painted wooden dry sink. Has one internal shelf and wooden toggles on the door fronts

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique American Pine Dry Sink/Cabinet

Sold

H 35 in W 41 in D 17 in

Antique American Pine Dry Sink/Cabinet

Located in Bellport, NY

Very useful Antique Pine Dry sink.With two interior storage levels,two opening top drawers,and

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

old country dry sink

Sold

H 29.5 in W 42 in D 18 in

old country dry sink

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Old country drysink from the 1880's.

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

A New England 19th century Dry Sink

Sold

A New England 19th century Dry Sink

Located in Bellport, NY

A charming New England Dry Sink,has one opening door with ceramic pull,origional brown/red milk

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

19THC ORIGINAL DUSTY ROSE PAINTED DRY SINK

Sold

H 31 in D 18 in

19THC ORIGINAL DUSTY ROSE PAINTED DRY SINK

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19THC ORIGINAL PAINTED DRY SINK-GREAT CRUSTY ORIGINAL SURFACE,SQUARE NAIL CONSRUCTION AND ALL

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood, Pine

Pine and Poplar Dry Sink

Sold

H 37 in W 44.5 in D 21 in

Pine and Poplar Dry Sink

Located in Baltimore, MD

This is a small and well-used dry sink with two lap-jointed drawers and two flat panelled doors

Category

Late 19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Poplar, Pine

American 19th Century Pine Dry Sink

Sold

H 30 in W 29 in D 16 in

American 19th Century Pine Dry Sink

Located in Bellport, NY

Late 19thc New England Pine Dry Sink.The top opens to a step shelf interior.Front showing one

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

19th Century Dry Sink or Bench from Pennsylvania

Sold

H 31 in W 46 in D 17 in

19th Century Dry Sink or Bench from Pennsylvania

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early 19th century dry sink in pine from Pennsylvania in original worn old surface. This dry sink

Category

Early 19th Century American Country Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

Swedish Primitive 100% Original Paint Dry Sink

Sold

H 58 in W 67 in D 19 in

Swedish Primitive 100% Original Paint Dry Sink

Located in Hollywood, FL

This is a 100% original painted Swedish Zink dry sink. Looks like nothing has been done to it since

Category

1870s Swedish Primitive Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

19th C Original Chrome Yellow Dry Sink

Sold

H 30 in W 46 in D 19 in

19th C Original Chrome Yellow Dry Sink

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 19th c original painted chrome yellow dry sink that is made with a wainscoting pine and

Category

19th Century American Adirondack Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Paint, Wood

19th Century Dry Sink in Original Dusty Rose Paint

Sold

H 31 in W 39 in D 18 in

19th Century Dry Sink in Original Dusty Rose Paint

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful pink painted dry sink with two tiers within the cupboard portion. The top portion of the

Category

Mid-19th Century American Country Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

19THC ORIGINAL GREY PAINTED DRY SINK FROM PENNSYLVANIA

Sold

H 34 in W 36 in D 21 in

19THC ORIGINAL GREY PAINTED DRY SINK FROM PENNSYLVANIA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19THC ORIGINAL GRUNGY GREY PAINTED SURFACE DRY SINK-ALL ORIGINAL HARDWARE AND NICE CUT NAIL

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Americana New England Pine Dry Sink/Cabinet

Sold

H 30 in W 29 in D 16 in

Americana New England Pine Dry Sink/Cabinet

Located in Bellport, NY

An antique American pine dry sink, the lid opens to a two level storage area, once used to hold a

Category

Early 20th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

19thc Original Buttermilk Painted Dry Sink From Pennsylvania

Sold

H 32 in W 49 in D 20 in

19thc Original Buttermilk Painted Dry Sink From Pennsylvania

Located in Los Angeles, CA

EARLY 19THC ORIGINAL BUTTERMILK PAINTED OVER GREEN TWO DOOR DRY SINK FROM PENNSYLVANIA.THIS

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

19th c. Pine Dry Sink in Original Paint

Sold

H 40 in W 45.25 in D 15.25 in

19th c. Pine Dry Sink in Original Paint

Located in Nantucket, MA

19th century pine dry sink in original ochre over green and red paints. Shaped backsplash and star

Category

Mid-19th Century Canadian Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine, Paint

American Late 19th century Pine Dry Sink/Cabinet

Sold

H 30 in W 29 in D 16 in

American Late 19th century Pine Dry Sink/Cabinet

Located in Bellport, NY

Lovely country pine Antique American dry sink/cabinet.Opening lid,opening bottom door,and two

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Monumental Rare 19th Century Pine Dry Sink Cabinet

Sold

H 31.75 in W 88.25 in D 23.25 in

Monumental Rare 19th Century Pine Dry Sink Cabinet

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A spectacularly long and rare vintage dry sink cabinet having a rectangular sink measuring 41.5 L x

Category

19th Century American American Classical Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

19th Century Pennsylvania High Back Dry Sink

Sold

H 53 in W 46 in D 20 in

19th Century Pennsylvania High Back Dry Sink

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Pennsylvania farmhouse dry sink dates to the mid-1800's and is hand crafted of pine with very

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Fantastic Two Door 19thc Dry Sink In Old Red Surface

Sold

H 39 in W 59 in D 20 in

Fantastic Two Door 19thc Dry Sink In Old Red Surface

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19THC OHIO DRY SINK IN ORIGINAL OLD SURFACE.THIS WONDERFUL OVERSIZE DRY SINK IS IN WONDERFUL

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

19th Century Diminutive Pine Dry Sink or Side Table

Sold

H 33.5 in W 27.5 in D 14 in

19th Century Diminutive Pine Dry Sink or Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This early and very unusual dry sink or potting table was found in Pennsylvania and is in nice

Category

Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

NEW ENGLAND DRY SINK, GREY PAINT, REMOVABLE WELL, MAYBE VERMONT

Sold

H 30 in W 40 in D 19.5 in

NEW ENGLAND DRY SINK, GREY PAINT, REMOVABLE WELL, MAYBE VERMONT

Located in York County, PA

This wonderful, diminutive dry sink has a very unusual, though quite practical feature in its

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

19th Century Country Zinc Top Dry Sink

Sold

H 30.5 in W 72 in D 19.5 in

19th Century Country Zinc Top Dry Sink

Located in New Windsor, NY

A wonderful piece of 19th century Americana. This painted pine dry sink cabinet has storage on the

Category

1880s American Country Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Zinc

NEW ENGLAND DRY SINK, GREY PAINT, REMOVABLE WELL, MAYBE VERMONT

Sold

H 30 in W 40 in D 19.5 in

NEW ENGLAND DRY SINK, GREY PAINT, REMOVABLE WELL, MAYBE VERMONT

Located in York County, PA

Description: This wonderful, diminutive dry sink has a very unusual, though quite practical feature

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

Antique Oak Country Farmhouse Dry Sink Drybar Washstand Cabinet Stand

Sold

H 44 in W 26 in D 15.5 in

Antique Oak Country Farmhouse Dry Sink Drybar Washstand Cabinet Stand

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique oak dry sink cabinet / commode / stand featuring a two tier serpentine design with large

Category

Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Oak

Rare New England Grain Painted Pantry Cupboard with Dry Sink Interior

Sold

H 84.5 in W 34 in D 17.25 in

Rare New England Grain Painted Pantry Cupboard with Dry Sink Interior

Located in Milford, NH

paneled door which opens to a dry sink interior, two shelves and supports for two more, as well as a lower

Category

Mid-19th Century American Rustic Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

19TH C. ORIGINAL GREEN PAINTED 2 DOOR DRY SINK FROM PA.

Sold

H 37 in W 61 in D 37 in

19TH C. ORIGINAL GREEN PAINTED 2 DOOR DRY SINK FROM PA.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19TH C. ORIGINAL GREEN PAINTED 2 DOOR DRY OVERSIZED DRY SINK FROM PENNSYLVANIA

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Pennsylvania House Traditional Cherry Country Dry Sink Bar Cabinet Copper Insert

Sold

H 37.5 in W 38.5 in D 18.5 in

Pennsylvania House Traditional Cherry Country Dry Sink Bar Cabinet Copper Insert

By Pennsylvania House

Located in Dayton, OH

Pennsylvania House cherry dry sink, circa 1960s. Includes copper insert, two drawers and lower

Category

1960s Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Copper

19thc Original Cream Over Green Painted Dry Sink

Sold

H 32 in W 49 in D 19 in

19thc Original Cream Over Green Painted Dry Sink

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This wonderful 19thc great form and function original cream over green painted dry sink was found

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Antique Salesman Sample Primitive Miniature Pine Wood Small Dry Sink Washstand

Sold

H 17.5 in W 21 in D 11 in

Antique Salesman Sample Primitive Miniature Pine Wood Small Dry Sink Washstand

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Salesman Sample Primitive Miniature Pine Wood Small Dry Sink Washstand. Circa Early 20th

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Primitive Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Lift-top Washstand/Dry Sink

Sold

H 41 in W 28.5 in D 17 in

Lift-top Washstand/Dry Sink

Located in Baltimore, MD

An extremely interesting and versatile cupboard-style washstand featuring a lifting top with hinged front and pull-out washbasin shelf affording a myriad of contemporary uses. Single...

Category

19th Century Dutch Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Late 19th Century Dry Sink

Sold

H 32.13 in W 45.75 in D 18.38 in

Late 19th Century Dry Sink

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

The colors of this piece are amazing and hard to capture in a photo. Handmade and as useful now as the day it was constructed this Primitive is beautiful. Doors move freely and latc...

Category

Late 19th Century American Primitive Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Maple

Antique Pine Wood Lift Top Copper Lined Dry Sink with Copper Drop Side Surface

Sold

H 33 in W 32 in D 17 in

Antique Pine Wood Lift Top Copper Lined Dry Sink with Copper Drop Side Surface

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Rare Antique Pine Wood Lift Top Copper Lined Dry Sink with Copper Drop Side Surface. Circa 19th

Category

19th Century Primitive Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Copper

Early American Country Pine Primitive Dry Sink, Late 18th Century

Sold

H 51.5 in W 42.75 in D 17.75 in

Early American Country Pine Primitive Dry Sink, Late 18th Century

Located in Louisville, KY

This very early American pine dry sink is a primitive beauty. The impressive craftsmanship that

Category

Late 18th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Iron

19th Century Two-Piece Original Paint Dry Sink Cupboard

Sold

H 81 in W 47 in D 18 in

19th Century Two-Piece Original Paint Dry Sink Cupboard

Located in Surrey, BC

Nice two-piece cupboard in oxidized polychrome surface paint with a slight early 20th century modification to right door. The hinges were removed to accommodate a drop bin. We have t...

Category

1880s Canadian Country Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

19THC GREY PAINTED DRYSINK FROM PENNSYLVANIA

Sold

H 47 in D 19 in

19THC GREY PAINTED DRYSINK FROM PENNSYLVANIA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19THC ORIGINAL GREY PAINTED SURFACE DRY SINK -ALL ORIGINAL HARDWARE AND NICE CUT NAIL CONSTRUCTION

Category

19th Century Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Rare & Unusual 19thc Original Red/brown Painted Large Drysink

Sold

H 38 in W 59 in D 19 in

Rare & Unusual 19thc Original Red/brown Painted Large Drysink

Located in Los Angeles, CA

FANTASTIC 19THC ORIGINAL OLD REDISH/BROWN SURFACE DRY SINK FROM PENNSYLVANIA.THIS TWO DOOR DRY SINK

Category

19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Antique American Quartersawn Oak Serpentine Washstand Towel Bar Cabinet Commode

Sold

H 50 in W 30 in D 17 in

Antique American Quartersawn Oak Serpentine Washstand Towel Bar Cabinet Commode

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique early American wash stand, dry sink or commode. Made of quartersawn oak featuring

Category

Late 19th Century American Colonial Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Oak

19th Century Pennsylvania Two Part Stepback Cupboard

Sold

H 46 in W 59 in D 22 in

19th Century Pennsylvania Two Part Stepback Cupboard

Located in Southampton, NJ

Antique American Pennsylvania step back cupboard with copper lined dry sink, green paint interior

Category

Late 19th Century American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Brass, Copper

19th Century French Buffet Dressoir or Plate Rack

Sold

H 88.5 in W 48.75 in D 15 in

19th Century French Buffet Dressoir or Plate Rack

Located in Winter Park, FL

chestnut, this "dressoir" was used to display and store plates and has a bottom pierced dry sink. It has

Category

19th Century French Used Dry Sinks

Mahogany Serving Table

Sold

H 38.5 in W 48 in D 22.5 in

Mahogany Serving Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

feet, the whole possessing good nutty color and nice pleasing patina. Great as a bar, or dry sink

Category

1830s English Sheraton Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Mahogany

Keyhole Chair by William Fetner

Sold

H 13.5 in W 134.5 in L 13.5 in

Keyhole Chair by William Fetner

Located in Long Island City, NY

produced sailmaker’s and cobbler’s benches, butler’s tables, dry sinks, dining tables, captain’s chairs

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

People Also Browsed

Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes

$795 / item

H 10 in Dm 12 in

Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes

Located in Pound Ridge, NY

The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall. Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...

Category

2010s American Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Brass

Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home

$6,500 / item

H 14 in W 36 in D 20 in

Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home

By Ercole Home

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Palazzo oval coffee table with green and ivory glass sits on 2 Rift White Oak Wood pedestals by Ercole Home. This new bespoke coffee table design by Ercole Home is available today fo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Art Glass, Walnut, Cut Glass

Gervasoni Sofa Upholstered Saia 10 by David Lopez Quincoces

$6,541Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 26.78 in W 70.87 in D 36.23 in

Gervasoni Sofa Upholstered Saia 10 by David Lopez Quincoces

By David Lopez Quincoces, Gervasoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With balanced lines, the Saia upholstered collection is created from a classic ideal reinterpreted in a contemporary key. The name, meaning "skirt" in Portuguese, illustrates its dis...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Upholstery

Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier

$7,079 / item

H 23.63 in Dm 43.31 in

Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier

Located in Roma, Lazio

A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Brass

French Provincial Large Kitchen Island

$3,675 / item

H 37 in W 59 in D 24 in

French Provincial Large Kitchen Island

By Bramble

Located in Westwood, NJ

Crafted from solid wood and finished in a rich straw wash, this piece brings a touch of classic elegance to any kitchen area. The sturdy construction and ample storage make it both a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Country Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood

Antique Country Farmhouse Painted Oak Welsh Dresser Cupboard Hutch 80"

$2,520Sale Price|30% Off

H 80 in W 57 in D 22 in

Antique Country Farmhouse Painted Oak Welsh Dresser Cupboard Hutch 80"

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 18th century to early 19th century Welsh Dresser or pewter cupboard. Made from oak with a gray painted finish. Features an upper hutch or rack with three shelves and metal hoo...

Category

Early 19th Century Rustic Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Oak, Paint

Antique Genuine Swedish Original Gustavian Period Handmade Chest of Drawers

$5,649

H 32.68 in W 42.13 in D 20.08 in

Antique Genuine Swedish Original Gustavian Period Handmade Chest of Drawers

Located in Kramfors, SE

Antique Swedish chest of drawers from the 1700s in gustavian style. The chest is a genuine Swedish gustavian furniture with four drawers made by hand in solid pine around 1790. Class...

Category

Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires

$16,755 / item

H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in

Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires

By Diego Mardegan

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light

$2,000 / item

H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in

Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light

By DBO Home

Located in Sharon, CT

Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Bohemian Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Brass

Glossy Cream Ceramic Chandelier in Antique Brass 5-Arm 42.5" DIA

$5,900 / item

H 36 in Dm 42.5 in

Glossy Cream Ceramic Chandelier in Antique Brass 5-Arm 42.5" DIA

By Lostine

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Five antique brass patina arms curve up from a ceramic cluster dish to five tall stoneware ceramic shades in a glossy glaze with a subtle off-white hue. With a fixed black walnut orb...

Category

2010s American Modern Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Brass

Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4

$5,395 / item

H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.19 in

Mid century style Ceiling Suspended Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4

By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.

Located in London, London

Mid-century style Vintage N.4 ceiling suspended mirror with a high quality pure brass full frame with a bronze patina finish. This piece is part of our original and fully customisabl...

Category

2010s British Mid-Century Modern Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Outdoor Metal Sconce, Made in Italy

$1,800 / item

H 17 in W 10 in D 5 in

Outdoor Metal Sconce, Made in Italy

Located in Culver City, CA

Wrought iron sconce with three (3) glass panes. Made in Italy *Please Note: This fixture is made to order in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not UL Listed. Standa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Metal

Antique Tall Oak Cabinet, Made by a French Cabinetmaker, Late 19th Century

$3,800

H 81.3 in W 39.38 in D 18.31 in

Antique Tall Oak Cabinet, Made by a French Cabinetmaker, Late 19th Century

Located in Odense, DK

This is a late 19th-century antique tall oak cabinet, crafted by a skilled French cabinetmaker. The cabinet features a sturdy, classic design typical of the period, with a rich oak f...

Category

Late 19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Wood, Oak

19th Century Painted French Dresser

Sold|~~$3,592~~

H 54.53 in W 51.97 in D 17.72 in

19th Century Painted French Dresser

Located in Cirencester, GB

We have added the off white painted pattern detail to this lovely authentic antique 19th century French cupboard. A very versatile piece it really could be used in many ways and in a...

Category

19th Century French Rustic Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Pine

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Sofa, Walnut, Canvas, Velvet, USA, 1950s

$29,000

H 31 in W 90 in D 33 in

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Sofa, Walnut, Canvas, Velvet, USA, 1950s

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in High Point, NC

A walnut, beige canvas webbing and brown velvet sofa designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s. 16” seat hei...

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Canvas, Velvet, Walnut

Axel-Einar Hjorth 'Lovö' cabinet, Sweden, 1930s

$64,734

H 61.03 in W 40.16 in D 18.12 in

Axel-Einar Hjorth 'Lovö' cabinet, Sweden, 1930s

By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth

Located in Stockholm, SE

Lovo cabinet by Axel-Einar Hjorth, produced by Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s.

Category

1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Used Dry Sinks

Materials

Iron

Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets Under $3,000

Antique and Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

19th Century Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Wood Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

North American Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets on Sale

Get Updated with New Arrivals

Save "Used Dry Sinks", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Used Dry Sinks For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of used dry sinks available for sale. The range of distinct used dry sinks — often made from wood, pine and softwood — can elevate any home. Used dry sinks have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Used dry sinks are generally popular furniture pieces, but Neoclassical, Folk Art and Modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Used dry sinks have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Bassett Furniture are consistently popular.

How Much are Used Dry Sinks?

Used dry sinks can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,150, while the lowest priced sells for $575 and the highest can go for as much as $45,000.

Questions About Used Dry Sinks

What's a dry sink used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
In the 19th century, dry sinks were places for cleaning up. They held a pitcher of water and provided a basin for hand-washing and washing dishes. The advent of indoor plumbing caused dry sinks' popularity to fade. Find a variety of dry sinks on 1stDibs.
What is a dry sink cabinet?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A dry sink is a cabinet with a slightly recessed top that holds a basin and a water pitcher. Before the introduction of indoor plumbing, a dry sink was a popular piece of furniture in households. The cabinet was an ideal location for storing materials out of sight. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dry sink cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

37 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name

Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.

The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home

Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.

What Exactly Is a Secretary Desk, and What Is It Used For?

The furniture equivalent of a Swiss Army knife, it's the multifunctional piece you didn't know you needed.

This Shelving System with Oxidized Brass Tubes Is Retro and Futuristic at Once

Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.

Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition

Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.

Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way

Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.

Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture

In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.

These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project

From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.