André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

French, 1903-1969

French architect, sculptor and designer André Arbus was destined to become one of the 20th century’s finest furniture makers. According to him, the craft was in his blood. “I come from an old family of cabinetmakers,” he once said. “From father to son for a very long time. In other words, I was born in a cabinet-making workshop.”

Born in Toulouse in 1903, Arbus spent his childhood working in his father’s business which sold reproductions of 18th century French furniture. He later studied at the École des Beaux-Arts in Toulouse under sculptor Henry Parayre.

After graduating, Arbus returned to work with his father as the business’s artistic director. When his father retired, Arbus transformed the company from selling furniture reproductions to one that produced his own formidable designs, including cocktail tables, sofa tables and floor lamps that merged neoclassicism with Art Deco and featured alluring modernist characteristics.

In 1925, Arbus exhibited at several shows, including the Salon des Artistes Décorateurs, Exposition des Arts Décoratifs, Salon d’Automne, the Gallery L’Epoque and won a medal at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts, which brought the Art Deco style to the global stage.

Arbus moved to Paris in 1932, won the prestigious Premier Prix Blumenthal in 1934 and opened his own gallery in 1935. His sconces, chandeliers and dining room tables attracted a steady clientele of some of Paris’s wealthiest. Arbus exhibited at the 1939 World’s Fair in New York and, throughout the 1940s, received numerous notable commissions. The French government gave many of his pieces as gifts to visiting foreign heads of state. He furnished several luxury ocean liners, collaborated with Maison Veronese on a line of lighting fixtures and was tasked to build a jewel cabinet for Princess Elizabeth.

In 1946, Arbus participated in the refurbishment of the Élysée Palace and the Château de Rambouillet with fellow French architects and designers Louis Süe and Jean-Charles Moreux.

Arbus focused on sculpture throughout the 1950s until he died in 1969, drawing inspiration from eminent sculptors such as Vadim Androusov and Sylva Bernt. Today, Arbus’s works can be found in museums around the world.

On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage André Arbus lighting, tables and seating.

Creator: André Arbus

André Arbus pair of celadon green lacquered wardrobes gilt brass 1930

$91,097 / set

André Arbus pair of celadon green lacquered wardrobes gilt brass 1930

By André Arbus

Located in Paris, IDF

This unique pair of André Arbus wardrobes is sure to add an element of French neoclassicism chic to any room. It was designed by André Arbus in the late 1930s. Made out of solid oak wood, each wardrobe is decorated with André Arbus celadon green lacquer signature. The orientalist mirror frame is covered with gold leaf. The large bronze rope handle is also gilt, as well as the frieze. All the details are a wonderful example of the French neoclassicism of André Arbus. Each wardrobe features inside three oak wood shelves, with one drawer. The large central and side mirrors make these wardrobes suitable as bedroom or dressing armoires...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

French Art Deco Secretary Cabinet by André Arbus

$16,000

French Art Deco Secretary Cabinet by André Arbus

By André Arbus

Located in grand Lancy, CH

Andre Arbus Sloping mahogany secreter with two drawers and a drop-leaf door. Sycamore maple interior with six small drawers and a central niche lined with parchment; gilt bronze knob...

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1940s French Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Fine French 1950s Mahogany Armoire by Andre Arbus and Vadim Androusov

$30,000

Fine French 1950s Mahogany Armoire by Andre Arbus and Vadim Androusov

By André Arbus, Vadim Androusov

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine French Mid-Century Mahogany two door armoire by Andre Arbus (1903-1969) adorned with bronze decorations by Vadim Androusov (1895-1975); Diane Chasseresse and Apollon on doors,...

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1950s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

French Mid-Century Lacquered Armoire, by Andre Arbus & Gilbert Poillerat

$95,000

French Mid-Century Lacquered Armoire, by Andre Arbus & Gilbert Poillerat

By André Arbus, Gilbert Poillerat

Located in Queens, NY

French mid-century light brown lacquered Atelier Sain et Tambuté, Paris two-door armoire cabinet with bronze rope trim and door lock plate on gilt cylindrical feet with a Siena marbl...

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1940s French Other Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Bronze

André Arbus, Les Quatre Continents, Armoire w/ Painted Panels, France, 1948

$60,000

André Arbus, Les Quatre Continents, Armoire w/ Painted Panels, France, 1948

By André Arbus

Located in New York, NY

Two-door armoire decorated with four neoclassical paintings by Jean-Paul Delhumeau (France, 1922-2003) representing four continents—Asia, the Americas, Africa, and Europe. Maker's m...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

French Art Deco Cabinet in Amboyna by Andre Arbus

$9,474

French Art Deco Cabinet in Amboyna by Andre Arbus

By André Arbus

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

Art Deco Cabinet by André Arbus An exceptional quality cabinet produced by André Arbus in in France in the early 1930’s, it has two bevelled glass doors at the top and blind locka...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak, Amboyna

Fine French Art Deco Period Mahogany Buffet by André Arbus and Vadim Androussov

$28,500

Fine French Art Deco Period Mahogany Buffet by André Arbus and Vadim Androussov

By André Arbus

Located in Montreal, QC

Fine French Art Deco period mahogany buffet enfilade by André Arbus, polished and bleached mahogany on oak carcasse. The patinated bronze female figure at the front and center of the...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

"André Arbus (1903-1969) Elegante armoire art deco en sycomore circa 1935"

$21,863

"André Arbus (1903-1969) Elegante armoire art deco en sycomore circa 1935"

By André Arbus

Located in Mouscron, WHT

André Arbus (1903-1969) Elegant art deco wardrobe in sycamore veneer 1935 beautiful interior beautiful handles 2 bedside tables and a bed are also available the purchase invoice f...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Sycamore

André ARBUS (1903-1969), chest of drawers known as “Pantalonnière”

$54,658

André ARBUS (1903-1969), chest of drawers known as “Pantalonnière”

By André Arbus

Located in Paris, FR

André Arbus (1903-1969), a French cabinetmaker and decorator, is recognized for his refined neoclassical style that blends elegance and tradition. Trained at the Beaux-Arts and roote...

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1930s French Neoclassical Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Parchment Paper

"Pantalionnière" Chest of Drawers, André Arbus (1903-1969)

$52,229

"Pantalionnière" Chest of Drawers, André Arbus (1903-1969)

By André Arbus

Located in Paris, FR

André Arbus (1903–1969), French cabinetmaker and decorator, is renowned for his refined neoclassical style that blends elegance and tradition. Trained at the École des Beaux-Arts and...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak, Bone

French Art Deco Mahogany Secretary Cabinet by André Arbus and Vadim Androusssov

$19,950

French Art Deco Mahogany Secretary Cabinet by André Arbus and Vadim Androusssov

By André Arbus

Located in Montreal, QC

Frenh Art Deco period mahogany cabinet secretary by André Arbus and Vadim Androussov decorated with a bronze patinated bronze cartouche of a female figure. France: circa 1940 Provena...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Pair of Obelisk Display Vitrines by Andre Arbus

$35,224 / set

Pair of Obelisk Display Vitrines by Andre Arbus

By André Arbus

Located in Paris, FR

Pair of Obelisk display Vitrines by genius French designer and iconic decorator of 1940s Andre Arbus (1903 - 1969).

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Parchment & Lacquer Commode Designed by Andre Arbus, circa 1935

$75,000

Parchment & Lacquer Commode Designed by Andre Arbus, circa 1935

By André Arbus

Located in Stamford, CT

An elegant chest of drawers in parchment, ivory (now replaced with faux ivory) and gold lacquer 1935 Similar model presented at the salon of decorative artists 1935 Examples of th...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Parchment Paper

Sideboard by André Arbus for the 'Provence' Boat, France, 1951

$17,004

Sideboard by André Arbus for the 'Provence' Boat, France, 1951

By André Arbus

Located in Brussels, BE

Sideboard by André Arbus for the 'Provence' boat - France, 1951.

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1950s French Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Andre Arbus Cabinet with Vitrine

$52,000

Andre Arbus Cabinet with Vitrine

By André Arbus

Located in Philadelphia, PA

French Art Deco cabinet with vitrine. Rosewood with beveled glass sliding doors and bronze mounts, circa 1938.

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

$1,113

H 63.78 in W 33.86 in D 18.9 in

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A beautifully proportioned compact vintage wardrobe, showcasing a striking warm wood veneer with rich, symmetrical grain patterns across the doors. Raised on elegant Queen Anne–style...

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1930s British Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Walnut

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

$973

H 59.85 in W 33.86 in D 1,947.64 in

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

An impressive quality Art Deco burr walnut compactum, circa 1930s Featuring a pull out hanging rail, shelves and a drawer The original key is missing but the latch works

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1930s British Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Walnut

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

$555

H 63 in W 31.5 in D 17.72 in

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A vintage Oak Art Deco compactum / compact wardrobe circa 1930's Inside is fitted out with a pull out hanging rail and shelves

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1930s British Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Walnut

Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Wardrobe, 1930s

$1,254

H 75.99 in W 46.86 in D 20.08 in

Vintage Art Deco Burr Walnut Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

An Art Deco walnut wardrobe - circa 1930's - Fitted out with two pull out clothes rails, coat hooks and a shelf Featuring decorative metal latch The wardrobe separates into two halves

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1930s British Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Walnut

British Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Wardrobe, circa 1930s

$1,338

H 66.54 in W 36.23 in D 18.51 in

British Art Deco Burr Walnut Compact Wardrobe, circa 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

An Art Deco walnut compact wardrobe featuring a skyscraper style front Complete with unique red bakelite and brass handles - circa 1930's Fitted out with a clothes and shoe rail

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1930s British Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Walnut

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

$1,252

H 63.39 in W 37.01 in D 19.69 in

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

An elegant English Art Deco two-door wardrobe crafted in richly figured walnut, dating from the early to mid 1930s. The piece features a refined gently bowed front with striking book...

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1930s British Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Walnut

19th Century French Armoire

$4,026

H 100.4 in W 62.6 in D 26.38 in

19th Century French Armoire

Located in London, England

Two door French walnut armoire with arched top and shaped panelled doors. refinished and in great condition. France circa 1880.

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1880s French French Provincial Antique André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

French Limed Oak Armoire

$2,672

H 82.68 in W 50.01 in D 25.2 in

French Limed Oak Armoire

Located in Antwerp, BE

Limed oak two door armoire. Height 210 cm. Width 127 cm. Depth 64 cm.

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood, Oak

Mid Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe by Younger Danish Style

$2,295

H 71 in W 48 in D 23 in

Mid Century Modern Vintage Armoire Wardrobe by Younger Danish Style

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Discover an amazing armoire by renowned British furniture maker Younger at Mid Century Traders, perfect for adding a touch of vintage elegance to your home. This exquisitely crafted ...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

French Art Deco Display Cabinet

$6,269

H 87.41 in W 110.24 in D 11.82 in

French Art Deco Display Cabinet

Located in London, GB

A handsome French Art Deco shelving unit. Five rosewood veneer cupboards topped with a chrome framed hessian trim glass shelving cabinet. The centre...

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1930s Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Mid-Century Teak Armoire by McIntosh Furniture

$3,200

H 69 in W 48 in D 22 in

Mid-Century Teak Armoire by McIntosh Furniture

By A.H. McIntosh Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A sleek mid-century armoire by A.H. McIntosh (1960s, Scotland), crafted in warm teak veneer. With minimalist lines, subtle Scandinavian-inspired details and a practical interior (han...

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Mid-20th Century Scottish Mid-Century Modern André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

$1,391

H 60.63 in W 35.44 in D 17.72 in

Art Deco Walnut Compact Wardrobe, 1930s

Located in South Shields, GB

A beautiful quality Art Deco 1930's burr walnut compact wardrobe. Inside is beautifully fitted out with a pull out clothes rail, shelves and drawers

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1930s British Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Walnut

Previously Available Items

André ARBUS (1903-1969) pair of art deco bedside tables in sycamore, 1935

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H 24.81 in W 18.51 in D 13.78 in

André ARBUS (1903-1969) pair of art deco bedside tables in sycamore, 1935

By André Arbus

Located in Mouscron, WHT

André ARBUS (1903-1969) pair of art deco bedside tables in sycamore, 1935 1 wardrobe and a bed are also available the purchase invoice from 1935 is attached to the photos

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Sycamore

Small sideboard or cabinet by André Arbus- France 1940

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H 39.38 in W 44.1 in D 13.78 in

Small sideboard or cabinet by André Arbus- France 1940

By André Arbus

Located in Girona, Girona

Small sideboard or cabinet in solid wood (oak and cherry) and cherry veneer, fine mahogany rods on the doors, polished bronze “doves” medallion on the central door, polished brass ha...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Bronze

circa 1950s Sycamore Sideboard in the Style of Andre Arbus

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H 37.41 in W 64.97 in D 20.48 in

circa 1950s Sycamore Sideboard in the Style of Andre Arbus

By André Arbus

Located in London, GB

Lovel Sycamore Sideboard by French Artist Andre Arbus Lovely Shaped Sycamore Structure Amazing Attention To Detail Top has been Repolished and Sideboard is now in lovely Condition...

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Mid-20th Century French André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Sycamore

French Art Deco Mahogany Desk by André Arbus and Vadim Androussov

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H 29.5 in W 68.5 in D 24.5 in

French Art Deco Mahogany Desk by André Arbus and Vadim Androussov

By André Arbus

Located in Montreal, QC

Art Deco Mahogany desk by André Arbus and Vadim Androussov decorated with a patinated bronze cartouche representing a female face France: circa 1940 Provenance: this secretary was pa...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Very Rare Parchment Covered Cabinet by André Arbus

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H 47.5 in W 23.5 in D 12 in

Very Rare Parchment Covered Cabinet by André Arbus

By André Arbus

Located in Montreal, QC

This cabinet was commissioned for the Minister de L’Agriculture of France in 1936 by fellow ministers Léon Blum Vincent Auriol and others at the occasion of the birth of his child. T...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Parchment Paper

French Modern Neoclassical Cherry Inlay Sideboard/ Console/ Bar by Andre Arbus

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H 32.38 in W 31.5 in D 17 in

French Modern Neoclassical Cherry Inlay Sideboard/ Console/ Bar by Andre Arbus

By André Arbus

Located in New York, NY

Elegant French modern neoclassical inlaid cherrywood sideboard / buffet / console / bar / cabinet by Andre Arbus with solid brass details. The piece resembles a work of architect...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

French Maison Arbus Oak and shagreen panelled Sideboard

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H 37.41 in W 64.97 in L 37.41 in

French Maison Arbus Oak and shagreen panelled Sideboard

By André Arbus

Located in Sherborne, GB

A stunning oak sideboard with diamond patterned parquetry on its central door. Inside is a shelf and two small drawers, and double doors clad with shagreen panels...

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1940s French Other Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Shagreen, Oak

Sideboard by André Arbus

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H 35.83 in W 63 in L 35.83 in

Sideboard by André Arbus

By André Arbus

Located in Paris, FR

This timeless and sophisticated chest was created by celebrated 20th century sculpter and architect André Arbus. A master of simple elegance, Arbus worked most with natural materials...

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1940s French Neoclassical Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

André Arbus Console Sideboard, 1940

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H 39.38 in W 81.11 in D 20.87 in

André Arbus Console Sideboard, 1940

By André Arbus

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Rare console sideboard, 1940 Awarded to André Arbus Solid light oak The top, doors and drawers are covered with original stingray. Both doors have a square medallion in carved oa...

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1940s French Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Art Deco Armoire by Andre Arbus and Vadim Androusov

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H 70.87 in W 47.25 in D 17.33 in

Art Deco Armoire by Andre Arbus and Vadim Androusov

By André Arbus

Located in Paris, FR

Exceptional armoire by great French designer of 20th century Andre Arbus (1903-1969) with a sculptural bronze keyhole by Vadim Androusov (1895-1975) Documented in Yvonne Brunhamme...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

Burl Wood Console from the Andre Arbus Collection by William Switzer

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H 36 in W 76.5 in D 20.5 in

Burl Wood Console from the Andre Arbus Collection by William Switzer

By William Switzer, André Arbus

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Burl wood (Pommele Sapele) console from the Andre Arbus Collection by William Switzer, licensed re-edition of the original masterwork. The break...

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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Andre Arbus, large Art Deco walnut chest of drawers, circa 1935

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H 35.44 in W 71.66 in D 18.9 in

Andre Arbus, large Art Deco walnut chest of drawers, circa 1935

By André Arbus

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Andre Arbus, large Art Deco walnut chest of drawers, circa 1935, opening with two doors et three drawers.

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage André Arbus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

André Arbus case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

André Arbus case pieces and storage cabinets are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of André Arbus case pieces and storage cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original case pieces and storage cabinets by André Arbus were created in the Art Deco style in france during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider case pieces and storage cabinets by Maxime Old, Maurice Dufrêne, and Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere for Maison Dominique. Prices for André Arbus case pieces and storage cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $8,664 and can go as high as $145,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $38,800.