Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

American, 1918-2008

An American woodworker known for a wide range of furniture that is sensuous, sculptural and imbued with character, Phillip Lloyd Powell is an iconic figure in design. His organic style transcended the conventions of popular mid-century modern furniture and is best reflected in the vintage cabinets and tables for which he is renowned.

“I am an artist working with furniture,” Powell once said. But the self-taught furniture maker wore a number of different hats throughout his lifetime. He crafted handmade furniture as a teenager at his boyhood home and went on to study engineering at what is now Drexel University. Powell served in the Army Air Corps during World War II, and, on his return, he established his first showroom in New Hope, in his home state of Pennsylvania, stocking furniture from Knoll, Herman Miller and Isamu Noguchi.

In New Hope, Powell encountered fellow furniture designers Paul Evans and George Nakashima. The latter, a master woodworker who preferred a personal approach to design over industrial methods and materials, encouraged Powell to concentrate on making his own furniture. When Powell did so, he’d experiment with Nakashima’s unused stock of wood, drawing on natural world forms for seating and shapely coffee tables.

Evans, who moved to New Hope in 1955, was invited to share Powell’s studio space. Powell’s furniture design practice really took off and a collaboration with Evans put into motion the 1960s American Studio Craft Movement, which came to include furniture designers Wharton Esherick and Sam Maloof. The decade-long partnership between Evans and Powell yielded stone-topped tables, walnut chests with sculptured metal exteriors and more.

Powell was inspired by Evans’s artistry as a jewelry designer — he was a skilled welder whose Cityscape pieces are milestones of brutalism. Powell, in turn, encouraged him to turn his sculptures into furniture. Like Evans, Powell incorporated a range of materials into his work, rendering the interiors of his hand-carved cabinets alluring and distinctive with applications of silver leaf and fabrics.

The sinewy arms of Powell’s famous New Hope lounge chair are representative of his broad expertise with wood and his ability to make graceful yet functional furniture. He worked slowly, and the influence of the natural world remained a driving force in his designs. Powell produced approximately 1,000 pieces while he lived and worked in New Hope until his death in 2008.

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Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell Gold Leaf and Walnut Studio Cabinet, 1963

$18,500

Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell Gold Leaf and Walnut Studio Cabinet, 1963

By Paul Evans, Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in Dallas, TX

This early studio craft 23 Karat gold leafed cabinet was made as a collaboration between Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell in the mid 1960s. The upper storage compartment unlatches to reveal two adjustable felt-lined shelves. The center compartment conceals a vanity complete with three mirrors embellished with torch-cut brazed discs flanked by two vertical rows of lightbulbs. Behind the mirror is a secret hidden storage compartment. Below this feature is a drop-front laminated tray and an open storage compartment. The bottom of the cabinet boasts a bank of five hand-carved solid walnut drawers and the left side has a cut-out with a hidden outlet and a slate surface which would provide a convenient smartphone charging station...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Slate, Brass, Gold Leaf

Phillip Lloyd Powell Wall Mounted Cabinet circa 1977

$60,000

Phillip Lloyd Powell Wall Mounted Cabinet circa 1977

By Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in Amarillo, TX

Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinet with Four Doors in Mixed Woods and Mirrored Glass USA circa 1977 Walnut, mirrored glass, oak, zebrawood, mahogany, ash, ebony and maple burl. Measures...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Glass, Mirror, Ash, Ebony, Mahogany, Maple, Oak, Walnut, Zebra Wood, Burl

Wall-Mounted Cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell

$45,000

Wall-Mounted Cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell

By Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A rare and unusual wall-mounted cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell in walnut. Drawers on one side with piano hinge bi-fold doors on the other side, with adjustable shelves inside. Great...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

Phillip Lloyd Powell Bar Cabinet

$95,000

Phillip Lloyd Powell Bar Cabinet

By Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in Amarillo, TX

Phillip Lloyd Powell illuminated bar cabinet USA, 1970s hand-carved walnut, glass, brass, found objects One of one bench-made Phil Powell bar cabinet. Side panels are hand-carved walnut. Doors are stained glass with backlit lighting to illuminate the stained glass cased in the black walnut. Door handles are brass found objects. The sides and the back of the interior are clad with a sectioned walnut. Found objects support the glass display shelving...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Stone, Brass

ALF Pisa Collection Cabinet

$1,500

H 33.5 in W 66 in D 22 in

ALF Pisa Collection Cabinet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Gorgeous laquered cabinet with polished chrome accents. Master craftsmanship brings multiple wood grain inlays to make a great modern design. Made by ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Petite Disc Cabinet by Michael van Beuren

$1,200

H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 14.97 in

Mid-Century Modern Petite Disc Cabinet by Michael van Beuren

By Michael van Beuren

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

Circa 1970, we offer this Mid-Century Modern petite disc cabinet by Michael Van Beuren, made in mahogany plywood and brass details, includes VB original l...

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1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Mahogany

Gorgeous Wall HangingDisplay Shelf by Phillip Lloyd Powell

$6,500

H 18 in W 60 in D 11 in

Gorgeous Wall HangingDisplay Shelf by Phillip Lloyd Powell

By Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Amazing wall mounted shelf hand crafted in black walnut by Phillip Powell. Signature dovetailed edges and choice walnut stand in contrast with the grass cloth backing. Sculptural she...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Walnut

Midcentury French Modernist Cabinet Vaisselier, 1950s

$3,281

H 39.38 in W 53.55 in D 17.72 in

Midcentury French Modernist Cabinet Vaisselier, 1950s

Located in Paris, IDF

Warm light brown oak and rich copper form a beautiful color palette in this cabinet vaisselier from the 1950s. On the front and top of the cabinet, the oak displays a striped lightwood/dark wood pattern that feels fun and very much of the era, while the recessed portions of the oak appear to shift into burnt orange for a subtle injection of natural color. Opening the door at the front of the cabinet, a series of small drawers are revealed for hidden storage and organization; the left side of the cabinet is formed by transparent glass, ideal for stowing decorative items or glassware, as well as giving the piece a sense of being filled with light. Though it was created by an unknown French craftsman, this piece is reminiscent of avant-garde designer Jean Royere’s work. Place it in your living room for a unique midcentury French modernist...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Copper

Florence Knoll Style Credenza with Matching File Cabinet by by Giacomo Buzzitta

$7,800 / set

H 25.5 in W 76.25 in D 20 in

Florence Knoll Style Credenza with Matching File Cabinet by by Giacomo Buzzitta

By Stow Davis

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful credenza with matching file cabinet designed by Giacomo Buzzittan for Stow Davis. The matching set is constructed of Carrara marble, black lacquer with chromed steel legs a...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Marble, Steel

French Mid-Century Bar Cabinet, Walnut & Satinwood, Circa 1940s

$35,000

H 46.5 in W 49 in D 15 in

French Mid-Century Bar Cabinet, Walnut & Satinwood, Circa 1940s

Located in Queens, NY

French Mid-Century (1940s) walnut & satinwood inlaid diamond design bar cabinet on platform base with swirled legs and bronze detail. (fully fitted interior/glass top)

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Bronze

Modern Chelsea Glass Mosaic Bar Cabinet with Forged Metal Base by Ercole Home

$18,500

H 84 in W 42 in D 16 in

Modern Chelsea Glass Mosaic Bar Cabinet with Forged Metal Base by Ercole Home

By Ercole Home

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Chelsea bar cabinet by Ercole Home has a 4-door front, with white lacquer wood finish on oak. Hand cut glass mosaics in London grey and icy white decorate the surface in Luis pat...

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2010s American Modern Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Metal

French parquetry Cabinet Armoire by Jules Leleu

$20,000Sale Price|33% Off

H 60 in W 71 in D 22 in

French parquetry Cabinet Armoire by Jules Leleu

By Jules Leleu

Located in Atlanta, GA

A large cabinet with parquetry design by Jules Leleu Paris, Model no. 4178. Designed in 1951 and this example is dated to 1953. Functioning as an Armoire for wardrobe, the cabinet fe...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Bronze

Maitland Smith Asian Chippendale Bamboo Wicker Wardrobe Armoire Bar Cabinet

$1,440

H 93 in W 47 in D 22 in

Maitland Smith Asian Chippendale Bamboo Wicker Wardrobe Armoire Bar Cabinet

By Maitland Smith

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details Below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...

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1970s Chinoiserie Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Faux Bamboo, Wicker, Wood

FAUSTINE BAR CABINET - Modern Bleached Walnut Cabinet with Hand-Forged Handles

$28,570 / item

H 80 in W 48 in D 20 in

FAUSTINE BAR CABINET - Modern Bleached Walnut Cabinet with Hand-Forged Handles

By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz

Located in Laguna Niguel, CA

FAUSTINE BAR CABINET - Modern Bleached Walnut Cabinet with Hand-Forged Handles The Faustine Bar Cabinet is a beautiful and functional piece o...

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2010s American Modern Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Silver Leaf

COCO CABINET - Modern Ebony Oak Cabinet with Brass Inlays and Acrylic Handles

$28,480 / item

H 72 in W 46 in D 21 in

COCO CABINET - Modern Ebony Oak Cabinet with Brass Inlays and Acrylic Handles

By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz

Located in Laguna Niguel, CA

COCO CABINET - Modern Ebony Oak Cabinet with Brass Inlays and Acrylic Handles The Coco Cabinet is a luxurious piece of furniture that features an Art Dec...

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2010s American Modern Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Oak

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Mahogany Lift Top Bar Cabinet, Refinished

$4,495

H 33.5 in W 36 in D 18 in

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Mahogany Lift Top Bar Cabinet, Refinished

By Paul McCobb, H Sacks & Sons

Located in South Bend, IN

A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern lift top bar cabinet By Paul McCobb for H. Sacks & Sons, "Connoisseur Collection" USA, 1950s Ma...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Aluminum

Previously Available Items

Midcentury Cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell

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H 30.5 in W 48 in D 18 in

Midcentury Cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell

By Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

For your consideration is this lovely Phillip Lloyd Powell sliding door cabinet with perfect proportions. Featuring black walnut with his signature dove-tail joinery and leg dowel co...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Walnut

Midcentury Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinet

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H 23.5 in W 32 in D 24.5 in

Midcentury Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinet

By Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Incredible carved cabinet with inset mirror and applied silver leaf. Can be hung as a floating cabinet or placed on top of another case piece. Phillip Lloyd Powell designs are found ...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Metal, Silver Leaf

Rare Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell Wall-Mounted Cabinet

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H 49 in W 19 in D 8.5 in

Rare Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell Wall-Mounted Cabinet

By Paul Evans, Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in Chicago, IL

Early collaboration from Paul Evans Studio and Phillip Lloyd Powell. Piano hinged door with fish scale screen, adjustable glass shelves and mirrored back panel. Wall-mounted by Frenc...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Iron, Gold Leaf

Phillip Lloyd Powell/Paul Evans Carved Walnut Wall Hung Cabinet, Early 1960s

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H 16.5 in W 53 in D 15 in

Phillip Lloyd Powell/Paul Evans Carved Walnut Wall Hung Cabinet, Early 1960s

By Paul Evans, Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in Amarillo, TX

Chip carved walnut bar cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell, USA, circa 1962. New Hope, PA Studio. Measure: 16.5 x 53 x 15 inches. 41.9 x 134.6 x 38 cm. Paul Evans hardware, wa...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Bronze, Steel

Bar Cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell

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H 107 in W 86 in D 26 in

Bar Cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell

By Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in Amarillo, TX

Phillip Lloyd Powell bar in walnut, signed [Phil Powell], USA, circa 1967. Hand worked with four doors opening to illuminated interior, glass shelves and found objects. Heig...

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1960s American American Craftsman Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Felt, Glass, Walnut

Phillip Lloyd Powell Wall-Mounted Cabinet

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H 18 in W 60.5 in D 14.25 in

Phillip Lloyd Powell Wall-Mounted Cabinet

By Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in Amarillo, TX

Phillip Lloyd Powell custom wall-mounted cabinet, USA, circa 1963. Gold leaf-covered painted wood, walnut. 60.5 w x 14.25 d x 18 h inches

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1960s American American Craftsman Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Gold Leaf

Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell, Studio Bar Cabinet and Server, USA

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H 104 in W 71 in D 23 in

Paul Evans and Phillip Lloyd Powell, Studio Bar Cabinet and Server, USA

By Paul Evans, Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in New York, NY

A custom commissioned bar cabinet and serving-shelf unit designed and handmade collaboratively by Phil Powell and Paul Evans, circa 1964. This is a fantastic and rare piece that repr...

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1960s American Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Gold, Gold Leaf, Steel

Wall Hanging Cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell

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H 48 in W 24 in D 13 in

Wall Hanging Cabinet by Phillip Lloyd Powell

By Phillip Lloyd Powell

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Nicely detailed wall-hanging cabinet from Phillip Lloyd Powell circa 1966. Cabinet in walnut with hand carved undulating Bi- folding doors and exposed ebony pins. Interior with beau...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Phillip Lloyd Powell Cabinets

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Gold Leaf

Phillip Lloyd Powell cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Phillip Lloyd Powell 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 Phillip Lloyd Powell cabinets, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original cabinets by Phillip Lloyd Powell were created in the mid-century modern style in north america during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider cabinets by Charles Hollis Jones, Johnson Furniture Company, and M. Singer & Sons. Prices for Phillip Lloyd Powell cabinets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $4,800 and can go as high as $95,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $32,500.