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Used Grain Storage Bins

Antique English Regency Wooden Painted Slope Top Storage Grain Bin with Divider
Antique English Regency Wooden Painted Slope Top Storage Grain Bin with Divider

Antique English Regency Wooden Painted Slope Top Storage Grain Bin with Divider

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique English Regency Wooden Painted Slope Top Storage Grain Bin with Divider. Circa 19th Century.

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19th Century Regency Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

ANTIQUE SWEDISH HAND PAINTED GROCERS GRAIN BIN SiDEBOARD HABERDASHERY CUPBOARD
ANTIQUE SWEDISH HAND PAINTED GROCERS GRAIN BIN SiDEBOARD HABERDASHERY CUPBOARD

ANTIQUE SWEDISH HAND PAINTED GROCERS GRAIN BIN SiDEBOARD HABERDASHERY CUPBOARD

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very nice antique, hand made in Sweden, Green Grocers grain bin top sideboard for fruits, vegetables an...

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1860s Swedish Victorian Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

18th or Early 19th Century New England Pine Grain Bin
18th or Early 19th Century New England Pine Grain Bin

18th or Early 19th Century New England Pine Grain Bin

Located in Nantucket, MA

18th or Early 19th Century New England Pine Grain Bin in original red stain, having a rectangular lid held by long strap hinges, above five board case with interior divided into thre...

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1790s American Country Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Pine

19th C Red Lacquer Asian Tibetan Mongolian Painted Wooden Trunk Chest Grain Bin
19th C Red Lacquer Asian Tibetan Mongolian Painted Wooden Trunk Chest Grain Bin

19th C Red Lacquer Asian Tibetan Mongolian Painted Wooden Trunk Chest Grain Bin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

19th Century Red Lacquer Tibetan Mongolian Painted Asian Chest. Item features red lacquer, hand painted figural scene, lift off top, dovetailed joinery, cast iron hardware, solid woo...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Other Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

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19th Century Grain Bin
19th Century Grain Bin

19th Century Grain Bin

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H 20.48 in W 33.86 in D 20.08 in

19th Century Grain Bin

Located in Lábatlan, HU

Antique wooden Grain Bin. Some expected staining and use wear to lids, but overall very good condition circa 1830-50. The parts are all original including the butt hinges - traces...

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Mid-19th Century Hungarian Rustic Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century Pine Grain Bin
19th Century Pine Grain Bin

19th Century Pine Grain Bin

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H 40.5 in W 40.5 in D 19 in

19th Century Pine Grain Bin

Located in Katonah, NY

19th c pine grain bin with 2 compartments and hinged top. Could be repurposed as a laundry or recycling bin.

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19th Century American Primitive Used Grain Storage Bins

Mid-19th Century Indian Grain Bin
Mid-19th Century Indian Grain Bin

Mid-19th Century Indian Grain Bin

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H 45 in W 44 in D 41 in

Mid-19th Century Indian Grain Bin

Located in Cardiff, CA

This Antique Indian Grain Bin form the mid 1800s has wonderful Spanish notes with nail head and brackets on the corners and legs and a beautiful size for display and storage.

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Mid-19th Century Indian International Style Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Metal

American Farmhouse Grain Bin Honey Brown Natural Matte Rustic Wood 1920s
American Farmhouse Grain Bin Honey Brown Natural Matte Rustic Wood 1920s

American Farmhouse Grain Bin Honey Brown Natural Matte Rustic Wood 1920s

Located in Santa Monica, CA

American Farmhouse Grain Bin Honey Brown Natural Matte Rustic Wood 1920s Vintage. Preserved with light sand-blast. A sturdy and functional piece that stands on it's own as Americana ...

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19th Century American Folk Art Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

Large English Trunk of Polished Iron from the 19th Century
Large English Trunk of Polished Iron from the 19th Century

Large English Trunk of Polished Iron from the 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A handsome large English trunk or grain storage bin of polished iron from the 19th century, featuring a canted front with hinged lid and bolted cladding around the whole.

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19th Century English Used Grain Storage Bins

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet
English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

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H 61 in W 88 in D 24 in

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

Located in Culver City, CA

General store grain bin, with rounded bins and squared off drawers, original porcelain pulls, clean lines , strong form.

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19th Century English Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Metal

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet
English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

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H 61 in W 88 in D 24 in

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

Located in Culver City, CA

General store grain bin, with rounded bins and squared off drawers, original porcelain
pulls, clean lines , strong form.

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19th Century English Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Metal

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet
English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

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H 61 in W 88 in D 24 in

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

Located in Culver City, CA

General store grain bin, with rounded bins and squared off drawers, original porcelain
pulls, clean lines , strong form.

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19th Century English Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet
English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

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H 61 in W 88 in D 24 in

English Storage Grain Bin Cabinet

Located in Culver City, CA

General store grain bin, with rounded bins and squared off drawers, original porcelain
pulls, clean lines , strong form.

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19th Century English Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Metal

Sensational 19th Century Grenotier, Grain Bin Storage Cabinet from Portugal
Sensational 19th Century Grenotier, Grain Bin Storage Cabinet from Portugal

Sensational 19th Century Grenotier, Grain Bin Storage Cabinet from Portugal

Located in Round Top, TX

A sensational 19th century Grenotier, grain storage cabinet from Portugal. This very handsome deux corps bookcase origins from a Mom and Pop grocery store. It serves as a tremendous ...

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Early 19th Century Portuguese Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

Antique Argentinian Grain Bin
Antique Argentinian Grain Bin

Antique Argentinian Grain Bin

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H 35 in W 55 in D 23.5 in

Antique Argentinian Grain Bin

Located in Calgary, Alberta

This is a wonderful antique roll top grain bin from Argentina. The perfect place to throw the kids toques and mitts!

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19th Century Argentine Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Iron, Brass

Carved Guatemalan Grain Bin
Carved Guatemalan Grain Bin

Carved Guatemalan Grain Bin

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H 33 in W 25 in D 17 in

Carved Guatemalan Grain Bin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This functional grain storage chest is intricately carved with ostriches and llamas. Beautiful old dark patina. Dove tailed throughout.

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19th Century Used Grain Storage Bins

19th Century Carved Grain Bin
19th Century Carved Grain Bin

19th Century Carved Grain Bin

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H 37.5 in W 82 in D 43.5 in

19th Century Carved Grain Bin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful 19th c. grain bin, hand carved with dove tail construction.

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19th Century Guatemalan Used Grain Storage Bins

Unusual two door primitive grain bin
Unusual two door primitive grain bin

Unusual two door primitive grain bin

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H 26 in W 36 in D 19 in

Unusual two door primitive grain bin

Located in Culver City, CA

Unusual two door primitive grain bin
with interesting form and color

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19th Century English Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Grain Bin with Hinged Lid
French Provincial Grain Bin with Hinged Lid

French Provincial Grain Bin with Hinged Lid

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H 42 in W 54.25 in D 24.5 in

French Provincial Grain Bin with Hinged Lid

Located in Essex, MA

A French hinged lid grain bin, 19th century, in the provincial style, the carved hinged lid over a paneled front carved with four panels between rustic boarded end supports.

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Early 19th Century French Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

Rustic Farmhouse Table Grain Bin with Original Painted Finish
Rustic Farmhouse Table Grain Bin with Original Painted Finish

Rustic Farmhouse Table Grain Bin with Original Painted Finish

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Rustic farmhouse table grain bin with original painted finish This rustic bin can serve for many uses, our favorite is as a table in an entry.

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19th Century Rustic Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

18th Century Grenotiere, Grain Bin Cabinet, from Portugal
18th Century Grenotiere, Grain Bin Cabinet, from Portugal

18th Century Grenotiere, Grain Bin Cabinet, from Portugal

Located in Round Top, TX

A fabulous 18th century Grenotiere - Grain Bin Cabinet from Portugal. This painted cupboard has so much character! Originally, a country store piece - this cabinet will add charm a...

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Late 18th Century Portuguese Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

Antique Blue Distress Painted Primitive Grain Bin Blanket Chest Trunk
Antique Blue Distress Painted Primitive Grain Bin Blanket Chest Trunk

Antique Blue Distress Painted Primitive Grain Bin Blanket Chest Trunk

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Blue Distress Painted Primitive Grain Bin Blanket Chest Trunk. Item features a blue distress painted finish, lift top, solid wood construction, very nice antique item, great ...

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Late 19th Century American Primitive Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood, Paint

Storage Bin Side Table
Storage Bin Side Table

Storage Bin Side Table

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H 25 in Dm 17 in

Storage Bin Side Table

Located in New York, NY

Industrial looking storage grain bin that makes an excellent side table.

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1940s Indonesian Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Iron

19th Century Large Heavy Metal Lockable Grain Storage Bin
19th Century Large Heavy Metal Lockable Grain Storage Bin

19th Century Large Heavy Metal Lockable Grain Storage Bin

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th century large heavy metal lockable grain storage bin This grain or rice storage bin comes from North Africa, it is made in metal, and has an aged patina, otherwise it is in s...

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Mid-19th Century Industrial Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Iron

Mid-19th Century Gray Blue Painted Grain Storage Bin With 3 Drawers
Mid-19th Century Gray Blue Painted Grain Storage Bin With 3 Drawers

Mid-19th Century Gray Blue Painted Grain Storage Bin With 3 Drawers

By Shaker Style

Located in Wiscasset, ME

American primitive storage bin in great blue gray original paint. Molded lift top with divided interior and three centered small exterior drawers.

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1840s American Primitive Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood, Paint

Grain Storage Bins
Grain Storage Bins

Grain Storage Bins

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H 30.5 in Dm 22 in

Grain Storage Bins

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Metal grain storage bins with wonderfully aged paint. Perfect for a side table or bedside table.

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1950s Indian Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Steel

hanoi grain storage bins
hanoi grain storage bins

hanoi grain storage bins

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H 31 in Dm 23 in

hanoi grain storage bins

Located in St. Helena, CA

vintage storage bins, great for firewood, towel storage by the pool, works well as an end table, plenty of character. priced individually. - 8/15/07 one left

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1940s Vietnamese Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Metal

Trastero con Granero
Trastero con Granero

Trastero con Granero

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H 78 in W 52 in D 32 in

Trastero con Granero

Located in Santa Fe, NM

New Mexican pine cabinet set on top of a grain storage bin. The scrolling rectangular pediment above two reeded cupboard doors opening to two shelves, above a canted hinged lid o...

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Late 19th Century American Spanish Colonial Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Pine

Grain Bin
Grain Bin

Grain Bin

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H 34 in W 70 in D 20 in

Grain Bin

Located in Atlanta, GA

19th Century carved Spanish grain bin.

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18th Century and Earlier Spanish Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

Painted Grain Bin
Painted Grain Bin

Painted Grain Bin

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H 30 in W 79 in D 20 in

Painted Grain Bin

Located in Sheffield, MA

It dates from circa 1820, and was found in Kingston, NY, in the heart of the Hudson Valley. The grain bin provides plenty of storage and could serve as a good sideboard because of i...

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19th Century American Used Grain Storage Bins

Early Long Grain Bin
Early Long Grain Bin

Early Long Grain Bin

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H 28 in W 72 in D 18 in

Early Long Grain Bin

Located in Sheffield, MA

Early grain bin, pine, original attic finish, two compartments, each with its own lid.

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18th Century and Earlier American Used Grain Storage Bins

19th c Grain Bin
19th c Grain Bin

19th c Grain Bin

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H 26.5 in W 73 in D 19.5 in

19th c Grain Bin

Located in Hudson, NY

beautifully worn six board grain bin - hand wrought nail construction - boot jack feet - leather hinges - never ever touched by paint - just beautiful dry wear patina - found in new ...

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19th Century American Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

General Store Beadboard Cupboard with Grain Bin
General Store Beadboard Cupboard with Grain Bin

General Store Beadboard Cupboard with Grain Bin

Located in Hudson, NY

From the Finger Lakes Region of New York State this wonderful store cupboard has a lot of storage to offer. Beautiful soft milk paint in hues of grays and green. Surfaces mounted spr...

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Early 20th Century American Primitive Used Grain Storage Bins

Grain Chest
Grain Chest

Grain Chest

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H 32.5 in W 51 in D 20 in

Grain Chest

Located in Culver City, CA

This grain, storage, (toy), bin is probably from a French farm and began life in an earlier year of the 1900's.

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Early 20th Century French Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Pine

Gigantic Early Grain Storage Tree Trunk
Gigantic Early Grain Storage Tree Trunk

Gigantic Early Grain Storage Tree Trunk

Located in North Egremont, MA

Great American grain storage bin with old square nail repairs and beautiful worn surface.

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19th Century American Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Elm

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Bar Cabinet Carmen by Comité De Proyectos

$31,554 / item

H 43.31 in W 17.72 in D 35.44 in

Bar Cabinet Carmen by Comité De Proyectos

Located in Geneve, CH

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2010s Mexican Modern Used Grain Storage Bins

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Steel

El Topo • Natural • Sculptural Hand-Carved Acacia & Sheepskin Ottoman by Odditi
El Topo • Natural • Sculptural Hand-Carved Acacia & Sheepskin Ottoman by Odditi

El Topo • Natural • Sculptural Hand-Carved Acacia & Sheepskin Ottoman by Odditi

By Odditi

Located in CAROOL, NSW, AU

A tactile piece of domestic fantasy, the El Topo ottoman is a social object, featuring a carved Acacia base, burnt using the traditional method of Shou Sugi Ban and an animalistic, y...

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2010s Oceanic Organic Modern Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood, Sheepskin

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure
Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

Mid-Victorian Moorish wrought & cast iron pergola or decorative garden structure

Located in London, GB

A monumental Moorish mid-Victorian wrought iron Pergola or Decorative Garden Structure, a unique masterpiece in High Victorian Ironwork design. Our research confirms it is French, da...

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Late 19th Century European Moorish Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wrought Iron

1889 The Blue Fairy Book
1889 The Blue Fairy Book

1889 The Blue Fairy Book

$3,742

H 7.5 in W 2 in D 5 in

1889 The Blue Fairy Book

By Andrew Lang

Located in Bath, GB

A superb copy of this sought-after fairy book by Andrew Lang, the first volume in his colourful series. The sought after first edition, first impression. Illustrated with a frontis...

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1890s British Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Paper

Antique Korean Tansu Butterfly Cabinet or Chest Elm Wood with Brass Inlay
Antique Korean Tansu Butterfly Cabinet or Chest Elm Wood with Brass Inlay

Antique Korean Tansu Butterfly Cabinet or Chest Elm Wood with Brass Inlay

Located in Plainview, NY

A stunning late 19th century Campaign Korean tansu cabinet or chest. The Korean chest features 4 small drawers on top of a two door cabinet offering plenty of space for storage. The ...

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19th Century Korean Campaign Used Grain Storage Bins

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Brass

Antique Grand Tour Faux Book of Intaglios by Pietro Paoletti
Antique Grand Tour Faux Book of Intaglios by Pietro Paoletti

Antique Grand Tour Faux Book of Intaglios by Pietro Paoletti

Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire

An antique Grand Tour faux book of plaster intaglios by Pietro Paoletti (1801-1847). This intriguing book encloses thirty-eight classically themed Italian medallions surrounded by a...

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Early 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Plaster

Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest

Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest

$3,995

H 31.89 in W 57.09 in D 27.17 in

Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest

Located in Vo', Veneto

Tyrolean painted chest H. 81 – W. 147 – P. 69 Ancient Tyrolean chest, entirely built in fir wood. The surface has been decorated with a dark brown background color, semi-covering, ...

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Mid-18th Century Austrian Folk Art Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Fir

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Oversized Bergere Marquise Armchair
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Oversized Bergere Marquise Armchair

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Oversized Bergere Marquise Armchair

Located in Charleston, SC

19th century French Louis XVI style bergère marquise upholstered armchair in painted wood frame with neoclassical architecture embellished hand-carved foliates, rosettes and tapered ...

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19th Century Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint

Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Holger Jacobsen - 1973
Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Holger Jacobsen - 1973

Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Holger Jacobsen - 1973

By Holger Jacobsen

Located in Ventura, CA

Mid Century Modern Abstract Painting by Holger Jacobsen - 1973 Holger Jacobsen is a Danish painter who was born in 1918. Holger Jacobsen's work has been offered at auction multiple t...

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Canvas

Antique French Art Nouveau Green Glass and Wrought Iron Pendant Light, 1920
Antique French Art Nouveau Green Glass and Wrought Iron Pendant Light, 1920

Antique French Art Nouveau Green Glass and Wrought Iron Pendant Light, 1920

Located in Barntrup, DE

Antique French Art Nouveau Green Glass and Wrought Iron Pendant Light, ca. 1920. Add a timeless touch of elegance to your interior with this Antique French Art Nouveau Pendant Light...

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1920s French Art Nouveau Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Georgian Period Dovetailed Oak Mule Chest
Antique Georgian Period Dovetailed Oak Mule Chest

Antique Georgian Period Dovetailed Oak Mule Chest

$3,500

H 23 in W 36.5 in D 20.25 in

Antique Georgian Period Dovetailed Oak Mule Chest

Located in Forney, TX

A Georgian era (1714-1837) English oak mule chest. Born in the late 18th / early 19th century, during the reign of King George III (1760-1820), fine quality craftsmanship and constr...

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Late 18th Century George III Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Brass, Iron

ONIX Organic Modern Pouf Ottoman in Dedar Velvet Tiger Mountain
ONIX Organic Modern Pouf Ottoman in Dedar Velvet Tiger Mountain

ONIX Organic Modern Pouf Ottoman in Dedar Velvet Tiger Mountain

Located in Viseu, PT

Like a talisman for the home, Onix pouf exudes quiet luxury and natural beauty. Onix is upholstered with Tiger Mountain, an opulent and luxurious jacquard velvet fabric from italian...

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2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Jacquard, Velvet

Hand-painted Folk Art Wardrobe Cabinet, South German, dated 1860
Hand-painted Folk Art Wardrobe Cabinet, South German, dated 1860

Hand-painted Folk Art Wardrobe Cabinet, South German, dated 1860

Located in Greding, DE

Large rural hand-painted two-door wardrobe cabinet in Baroque style, featuring a curved pediment and an apple-shaped cartouche with the monogram “EL” and dated 1860. The lower sectio...

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1860s German Baroque Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Iron

Ostregher Round Floral Green Murano Glass Mirror by Ongaro & Fuga
Ostregher Round Floral Green Murano Glass Mirror by Ongaro & Fuga

Ostregher Round Floral Green Murano Glass Mirror by Ongaro & Fuga

$5,405 / item

H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 1.97 in

Ostregher Round Floral Green Murano Glass Mirror by Ongaro & Fuga

By Ongaro e Fuga

Located in Milan, IT

Romantic and opulent, this round mirror is an ode to Venetian glassmithing mastery sure to take center stage in refined classic or modern interiors, alike. Fashioned of prized Murano...

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2010s Italian Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Glass

Antique Swedish Country Sideboard from the Gustavian Period with Blue Paint
Antique Swedish Country Sideboard from the Gustavian Period with Blue Paint

Antique Swedish Country Sideboard from the Gustavian Period with Blue Paint

Located in Kramfors, SE

Antique Swedish country sideboard from the gustavian period during the late 1700s. Made in northern Sweden with a classic, straight shape. Original unusual blue paint from the late 1...

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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Pine

Antique 19th Century American Country Blanket Chest
Antique 19th Century American Country Blanket Chest

Antique 19th Century American Country Blanket Chest

Located in Sheffield, MA

19th century rustic American chest or floor trunk. Can be used for storage or coffee table. Place the blanket chest at the bottom of a bed or in a mud room and add a cushion for a bi...

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19th Century American Rustic Used Grain Storage Bins

Materials

Wood

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Used Grain Storage Bins For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of used grain storage bins available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct used grain storage bins — often made from wood, metal and ceramic — can elevate any home. Used grain storage bins have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Industrial used grain storage bins are consistently popular styles.

How Much are Used Grain Storage Bins?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,900, while they’re typically $150 on the low end and $14,750 highest priced.

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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