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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Style: Neoclassical
Style: Vienna Secession
Louis XV Style Parquetry Two Drawer Commode
Located in New York, NY
Louis XV / XVI transitional style parquetry two-drawer commode, 19th century, with canted rectangular brown Emperador marble tops above a two drawer commode, the top drawer inlaid wi...
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19th Century American Classical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

Early 20th Century American Rolling Pine Blanket Chest Storage Trunk
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century American Rolling pine Blanket Trunk. Measures 34.5" in width, 19.5" in depth and stands 23" tall.
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

19th Century Country French Armoire ~ Wardrobe
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Country French Armoire ~ Wardrobe is a magnificent expression of provincial artistry and craftsmanship! There was no lack of cabinetmaking talent in the outlying region...
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1870s French Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Painted Four Drawer Server Or Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Painted Mahogany Four Drawer Server or Dresser in the classic style. Please note of wear consistent with age.
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Mid-20th Century North American American Classical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Exhibition Satinwood Sideboard By Wright And Mansfield
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary sideboard is attributed to the famed Wright and Mansfield and was only certainly created specifically for the important 19th century international exhibitions. Satinwood, ebony, marble and doré bronze of superior quality, are combined with a classical theme culminating in this neoclassical masterpiece. The 19th century marked an era dominated by significant global exhibitions, prompting artisans from diverse fields to push their creative boundaries in crafting exceptionally beautiful and pioneering works. These masterpieces were showcased before an international audience, frequently graced by nobility and royalty from various corners of the globe. The pinnacle of the firm's craftsmanship and artistry, this exquisite sideboard would certainly have been a showpiece for Wright and Mansfield. Wright and Mansfield was an important and prominent Victorian firm that produced many of the finest pieces of English furniture ever made. They served as Cabinetmakers to Queen Victoria, and several of their pieces are housed and on display at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. Widely recognized for their superb craftsmanship and innovative designs, they received acclaim for their works exhibited in the 1862 London International Exhibition, the 1867 Paris Exposition Universelle and the 1876 Philadelphia World...
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19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of European Walnut Dressers
Located in Westwood, NJ
beech and walnut with a molded edge rectangular top, three long paneled drawers with lozenge detailing and antique pewter handles, with carved fluted details and raised on square tap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Maitland Smith Neoclassical Serpentine Oxbow Commode Console Table Chest Drawers
Located in Dayton, OH
Maitland Smith Neoclassical Oxbow Serpentine form Chest, circa 1990s. Features a textured hand painted finish of scrolled floral / acanthus accents. The chest has three dovetailed dr...
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1990s Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood, Paint

Neoclassical Style Painted Bow Front Sideboard with Two Doors and Five Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Neoclassical style Swedish painted wood bow front sideboard from the 20th century with five drawers flanked by two doors. Immerse yourself in the elegance of the past with this Neo...
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20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique Belgian Oak Carved Armoire
Located in New York, NY
Grand scale large Belgian carved oak armoire. The overhanging cornice above a pair of paneled doors opening to shelves, over a pair of drawers, raised on later bun feet. 7 ft. 3 1/2 x 7 ft. 5 in. x 28 1/2 in. By repute Paul De Grande...
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Early 19th Century Belgian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Dutch Marquetry Cylinder Desk
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Dutch marquetry cylinder desk, 19th century. The top with conch shell and floral inlay, exposed dove tails where top and sides meet, the cylinder with bird and floral inlay, the inte...
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19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

2 Maitland Smith Neoclassical Demilune Chiffonier Cabinet Commode Console Tables
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of two Maitland Smith Poise Chiffonier sideboard cabinets, console tables or commodes featuring demilune / half round form with upper drawer, lower cabinet and textured hand pai...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood

Antique Neoclassical Music Cabinet, Office Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Neoclassical Music Cabinet ~ Office Cabinet is an intriguing glimpse into the past, while an excellent choice to provide yeoman's service now and into the future! Originally ...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Early American Style Refinished Pine and Metal Blanket Chest / Trunk, Circa 1920
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century American Rolling pine Blanket Trunk. Textile lined interior. Functional Leather handles. Measures 30" in width, 16" in depth and stands 18.5" tall.
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Neoclassic Sideboard
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully veneered and inlaid this birch sideboard is a masterpiece in a dark walnut stain and a lacquer finish. Two cabinets on the left and right each have a shelf with deep and...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch

Early American Refinished Dome Top Pine and Metal Blanket Trunk, Circa 1900s
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th Century American Rolling pine Blanket Trunk. Textile lined interior. Functional Leather handles. Measures 28.5" in width, 18" in depth and stands 23" tall.
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

18th century, Italian Half-moon Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in IT
18th century, Italian Half-moon Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers This refined neoclassical half-moon chest of drawers was made in Turin, towards the end of the 18th century. Entirely...
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Late 18th Century Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

Century Furniture Italian Neoclassical Maple and Parcel Gilt Dresser Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Neoclassical or Empire style four-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Century Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Beautiful carved maple, with parcel-gilt detail...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

JASPER CABINET Americana Oak Leather Top Traditional Executive Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Traditional style double pedestal executive desk by Jasper Cabinet Company, their Americana. Solid oak, embossed black leather top, br...
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Late 20th Century American American Classical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Russian Neo-Classic Mahogany Inliad 2-Door Credenza
Located in New York, NY
Russian Neo-Classic brass-trimmed mahogany credenza with canted corners and two upper drawers featuring an inliad diamond design in wood and brass centering two small drawer pulls ov...
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20th Century Russian Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Metal

Lacquered Crescent Bar, 1990s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Lacquered half-moon bar cabinet with faux crocodile doors bronze handles. The style echoes the French eclecticism of the 1940s and is art deco in flavor but echoes the neoclassical s...
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1990s Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

Baker Neoclassical French Empire Mahogany Breakfront China Display Cabinet 90"
Located in Dayton, OH
Exceptional Baker Furniture Company China Cabinet, circa early 2000s. Inspired by English Regency, Neoclassical and French Empire styling. A rectangular form with breakfront design...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Mahogany

Pair Italian Neoclassical Style Commodes Venetian Hand-Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A fine pair of Neoclassical Style Commodes or Venetian Hand Painted Chest of Drawers featuring fine scroll work in hues of yellow ochres, o...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Pair of French Neoclassical Style 1930s Painted Chests with Marble Tops
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Neoclassical style painted wood three-drawer chests from circa 1930 with light grey marble tops, graduated drawers, carved fluted side posts and tapered legs. Elevat...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

Neoclassical Style Oak Library Bookcase with Beveled Glass Doors
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Imposing 20th century library bookcase crafted from solid oak. The impressive upper case features two sets of beveled glass panel doors with neoclassical ionic style columns separati...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Large Italian Neoclassical Walnut Architectural Cabinets
Located in Milford, NH
An impressive pair of large Neoclassical walnut architectural cabinets, each with a shaped top with molded edge accented with dentil molding surmounting a conforming case with two do...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Iron

A matched pair of Italian eighteenth century painted walnut servers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A matched pair of Italian eighteenth century painted walnut servers having two drawers over two doors.
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Mid-18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Pair of Walnut Three Drawer Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
Burl Walnut Three Drawer Chest is a modern dresser with three long drawers and an exotic burl wood veneer. With modern antiqued brass ring pu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

19th Century Flemish Neoclassical Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Flemish Neoclassical Bookcase boasts a tailored look with very subtle style enhancements inspired by ancient architecture. A bold multi-tiered crown overlooks the bonne...
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Late 19th Century Belgian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Oak

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Parquetry And Marquetry Bow Front Chests
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Finely crafted pair of bow front chests with pink marble conforming tops. The fronts with two apron drawers in herringbone parquetry with marquetry foliate framing bands. The lower...
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Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, German circa 1800/1810
Located in Greding, DE
Neoclassical chest of drawers with two drawers and brass profiles. The pilaster strips are fluted and also accentuated in brass. The chest of drawers stands on square pointed feet wi...
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Early 1800s German Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique French Mahogany and Ormolu Cabinet by Grohé Frères
Located in London, GB
Antique French mahogany and ormolu cabinet by Grohé Frères French, c. 1860 Height 112cm, width 124cm, depth 52cm The well-known firm of cabinetmakers, Grohé Frères crafted this sup...
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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Ormolu

19th Century Tennessee American Classical Jackson Press
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce American Classical cherrywood Jackson Press with beautifully aged mellow patina, dating to the first half of the 19th century. Born in Tennes...
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19th Century American American Classical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cherry, Poplar, Pine

Pair of Antique Ormolu Mounted and Mahogany Corner Cabinets by Grohé Frères
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique ormolu mounted and mahogany corner cabinets by Grohé Frères French, c. 1860 Height 102cm, width 89cm, depth 47cm This stunning pair of ormolu and mahogany corner cab...
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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Ormolu

Louis-Philippe Style large bookcase vitrine in solid Cherry, France
Located in Landivy, FR
This bookcase is made with 2 parts is made of French cherrywood and also available in oak. - The Upper part has 3 glass doors and 3 removable shelves on wooden racks. - The Lower ...
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2010s French Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Oak, Cherry

Mid-Century Classical American Stained Pine Bookcase
Located in Germantown, MD
An elegant Mid-Century Classical American solid Pine Bookcase in great vintage condition. Measures 25" in width, 11" in depth and stands 42.5" tall.
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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Late 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Pine Carved Arch Bookcase with Cabinet
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Neoclassical style bookcase with cabinet, unbranded. Solid pine with slight distressing, brass lock hardware, intricately carved arched t...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

North Italian Carved And Painted Neoclassical Period Commode, 18th Century
Located in Free Union, VA
A fine two over three drawer Italian Neoclassical commode of oak, with refined low relief carved ornament of rinceaux, flower baskets, bell flower carved moldings and pearl rondels. ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Neoclassical Painted Commode
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Neoclassical hand painted commode with figures and scrolling foliage. Faux marble painted top.
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

Alexander Julian Home Colours Neoclassical Cherry China Display Cabinet Hutch
Located in Dayton, OH
Alexander Julian Home Colours Buffet and Hutch. Made from cherry with geometric inlaid paneling and swirl marble door pulls. Display portion is illumi...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Cherry

Baker Historic Charleston Reproductions Mahogany Sideboard
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The finest construction in mahogany with a bow front case and double banded top. Three apron drawers, the sides with drawers flanking the arched open center with satinwood half fan i...
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20th Century American American Classical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

19th Century Pair French Neoclassic Mahogany Drum Cabinets
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Pair French Neoclassic Mahogany Drum Cabinets Two round neoclassical small furniture, drum cabinets mahogany veneered on softwood. Both of them marble topped. Inside on...
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1830s French Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Hardstone, Ormolu and Boulle Mounted Ebonised Wood Sideboard
Located in London, GB
Hardstone, ormolu and Boulle mounted ebonised wood sideboard French, Late 19th Century Height 114cm, width 178cm, depth 50cm This splendid sideboard, carved from ebonised wood, stan...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stone, Other, Ormolu

Walnut Three Drawer Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
Burl Walnut Three Drawer Chest is a modern dresser with three long drawers and an exotic burl wood veneer. With modern antiqued brass ring pu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Masters Showcase by Paolo Buffa for the Permanent Cantù, 1950
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Sideboard with display case by Paolo Buffa for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 1950s. Rosewood structure moved on the front and sides. The lowe...
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1950s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

Pair of Italian Satinwood Paint Decorated Demilune Cabinets on Tapered Legs 1820
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of Italian satinwood hinged demilune cabinets with paint decorated bird, foliage, and basket motif, two interior shelves, original locks with keys, and resting on squared tapere...
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1820s Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

19th Century Neoclassical French Marble-Top Commode W/Exquisite Brass Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical commode, with marble top and exquisite brass accents, from the 19th century. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped gray marble top, over case which houses four drawers (upper drawer is disguised within the top frieze), flanked within a pair of rounded column style front side posts, a straight skirt, and presented upon rounded front feet and block style feet at rear. Beautiful brass accents adorn the chest all down its front facade; from the foliate embellishments across the top and again at the bottom of the legs, the nicely decorated knob pulls and escutcheons on the drawer fronts, and finally the wrapped banding on the top and bottom of the columns. The marble is a medium gray with lighter and darker veining, which is a lovely contrast against the gorgeous fruitwood. Note that there are some scratches to the marble top which can be seen in the additional images. This 19th century French Neoclassical commode...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Maison Jansen Marble And Brass Topped Shelving, Early 20th Century
Located in Bradenton, FL
Early 20th century Maison Jansen marble topped shelf with lacquered wood foundation, designed with three side by side drawers above a single shelf case, completed on square and taper...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

David Iatesta Sideboard Console Cabinet
Located in Southampton, NJ
David Iatesta custom sideboard cabinet server with two drawers, generous cabinetry beneath with pullout adjustable shelving & six columnade supports. In the Neoclassical style, the sideboard is of solid Cherry featuring gilt trim throughout. Heirloom quality & American craftsmanship, as seen in David Iatesta Studio...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Italian Neoclassic Painted Commode
Located in Essex, MA
With demilune white and grey faux marble top over a conforming case section with two drawers with brass ring handles and stylized mounted giltwood acanthus leaves ,the case sides wit...
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Early 1800s Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Giuseppe Maggiolini Style Inlaid Mahogany Bombay Commode by Charles & Charles
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Giuseppe Maggiolini Style Inlaid Mahogany Bombay Commode by Charles & Charles. Made by Charles & Charles in the manner of Giuseppe Maggiolini. It is an outstanding example with amazi...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Satinwood

Antique Liegoise Neoclassical Whitewashed Bookcase ~ Display Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Liegoise Neoclassical Whitewashed Bookcase ~ Display Cabinet is an intriguing design, featuring a tailored expression of an architectural ...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Swedish Neoclassical Style 19th Century Chests with Painted Greek Keys
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Neoclassical style chests from the 19th century with marbleized tops, painted Greek Key friezes and three drawers each. Indulge in the timeless allure of Swedish design with this pair of 19th-century Neoclassical-style painted wood chests. Flaunting rectangular marbleized tops with protruding and canted corners in the front, each piece is a harmonious blend of function and artistry, exemplifying the grace of Neoclassical aesthetics. The façade of each chest is elegantly composed of three drawers, the uppermost adorned with a classic Greek Key painting, a symbol of eternal flow and unity. Complemented by classical brass hardware, these chests add a touch of antiquity to any room. Canted side posts showcase simple diamond motifs in the upper section, descending into fluted motifs, further enhancing the Neoclassical charm. The Greek Key pattern continues on side panels, offering a visual treat from all perspectives. Each chest is unfinished at the back, underscoring its rustic appeal. Raised on tapered legs, angled subtly at the front, the chests carry the weight of their heritage with grace. Dressed in a soft color palette typical of Scandinavian design, they infuse any space with understated elegance. This pair of Swedish Neoclassical chests...
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19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Black & Gold Hitchcock Style Secretary Desk & Chair - 2pc Set
Located in Middletown, MD
A stunning vintage two-piece set, wonderfully preserved, to add a touch of historical charm to your home décor. Painted in rich black with gold accents featuring the classic Harvest stenciling, beautiful brass/porcelain drawer pulls displaying a painted scene on each, exuding the timeless Hitchcock style that was popularized in the late 1800’s and continues to be a highly sought staple of American décor...
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20th Century American American Classical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple

Italian Neo Classic Painted Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
Northern Italian Neo Classic Painted Commode with a grey painted finish and ivory accents, this hand-painted two drawer commode has a simple modern look and roots in Northern Italy in the 19th century. Two long drawers with antique key...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Baker Milling Road Italian Neoclassical Tuscan Walnut Buffet Sideboard Credenza
Located in Dayton, OH
Baker Furniture Milling Road Sideboard, circa 1960s. A rectangular form made from walnut with chamfered corners. The case is fitted with 3 large doors having Italian Neoclassical and...
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1960s Neoclassical Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Italian, Lucca, Neoclassical Walnut Veneered 2-Door Credenza
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a rectangular top above a conforming case with two paneled doors, the interior fitted with drawers and shelving, the feet are ebonized carved paws with carved giltwood legs
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1830s Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Antique Mahogany Cabinet/Wardrobe/Linen Press
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A fine late 18th century neoclassical mahogany linen press/wardrobe in fantastic original condition. With two large cupboard doors over three drawers. The cabinetmaker used only the...
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Late 18th Century British Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Walnut Commodes with Foliage Design, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair of Italian neoclassical Walnut Commodes with Foliage Design, early 19th century.
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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Antique and Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for Sale: Find Credenzas, Sideboards, Bookcases and Other Furnishings on 1stDibs

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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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