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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: 1910s
Rare Italian Liberty Style/Art Nouveau Commode with Painted Wood Inlays
Located in Milano, IT
Rare commode in the style of Louis Majorelle with front and sides inlaid in painted wood. Two doors on the front that hide a cabinet with open compartments and small drawers in light...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
French Art Deco shaving cabinet with mirror, ca. 1920
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1920 / shaving cabinet / wood, mirror / art deco / mid-century / vintage
Elegant Art Deco wooden shaving cabinet with mirror, made in France around 1920. Crafted in wood wi...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Rare Jugendstil or Art Nouveau Etagere Table / Stand with Glass Display Cabinet
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and practical Art Nouveau table with built-in display cabinet.
This multi-layer and multipurpose piece of Art Nouveau furniture is a great example of the creative and elegan...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood
Globe Wernicke Style Sectional Glazed Three Tier Oak Barristers Bookcase
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Antique Edwardian Globe Wernicke Style Three Tiered Sectional Bookcase.
An "elastic bookcase" also known as a modular bookcase or barrister's bookcase. These are high-quality stacking book shelves, in mahogany, capable of being adapted to fit together to form a bookcase which can either be all of the same measurements or which can be rearranged by the insertion of units of different depths and heights. These glass-fronted shelves...
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Early 20th Century British Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
Japanese Antique Drawer 1920s-1940s / Paulownia chest of drawer
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese drawer storage.
This is from the Early Showa period (1920s-1940s).
The material is Paulownia.
Paulownia wood is the least prone to warping and deformatio...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Antique Chinese Scholar's Mirrored Bookcase with Marble Insets
Located in Somis, CA
A highly sophisticated scholar's cabinet from turn of the century. Solid wood throughout, mitered, tenon and mortise construction. Contrast of dark rosewood and natural color elm woo...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
Louis XVI Ebonized Buffet
Located in Austin, TX
Buffet in the Louis XVI style from France. This piece is made of solid wood construction, primarily mahogany. It has been ebonized and finished with a lustrous French polish of museu...
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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Globe Wernicke four tier glazed sectional / modular / barrister's bookcase 1920s
Comes apart in sections for easy transportation.
With original ivorine Globe-Wernicke Co of Lon...
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old small drawer storage made in Japan.
The furniture was made in the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). The material is cedar wood and the handles are made of iron.
The design i...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Early 20th-C. Italian Neo-Classical Style Faux Marble Painted Demilune Cabinet
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a show stopper! It is an early 20th century Italian neo-classical style faux marble painted demilune cabinet. The coloration is wonder...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Paint, Wood
Charming Antique Irish Pine Armoire Cabinet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Charming natural Irish pine armoire having panel doors that open to reveal 21 d x 62 h interior with wooden slats for shelves (shelves not included). There are two dovetailed drawer...
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1920s American Country Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Early 20th C. Lundstrom 6 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1890-1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An original 6 stack Oak lawyer's bookcase with glass doors that open and slide in from the top. Wooden knobs. The whole piece is modular consisting of eight pieces: the top, t...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
Tambour Front Cabinet By Mabou Circa 1920s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Tambour Front Cabinet By Mabou Circa 1920s
- Solid Oak front with pine shelves and back
- Double tambor front with its original brass handles, locks and key
- Made by Bohrer & Compa...
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1920s German Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Early 20th Century Antique Traditional Spanish Pinewood Wardrobe
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional rustic pinewood dresser. Made by unknown artisan from Spain, circa 1930. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful ...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Vintage Industrial Locker Unit
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This is an item for lovers of factory elements in interior design. This durable industrial metal locker is in its original finish, authentically tarnished by time. It includes 12 spa...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Seymour Easton. A Gothic Revival Ebonized Tabard Inn Library Revolving Bookcase.
Located in London, GB
Seymour Easton (1859-1916) a rare ebonized tabard inn library revolving bookcase.
An American ebonized on oak version. Architectural form, with a wonderful ...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Early 20th Century Filing Cabinet with Two Louvers Doors
Located in Barcelona, ES
Early 20th filing cabinet with two louvers doors Made by unknown manufacturer, in Spain. In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserving a beautiful...
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Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts golden oak bookcase flat packed
Located in London, GB
A Liberty and Co Arts and Crafts golden oak bookcase with unusual shelves that slide in from the back giving three different heights, with stylised floral cut-outs to the top and bot...
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Art Deco Modernist Oak Credenza or Sideboard, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Deco Modernist credenza or sideboard.
Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.
Solid oak base with original solid macassar ebony handles on door with glass and dra...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Macassar, Oak
French Louis XVI Marble Top Inlaid Demilune Walnut and Fruitwood Commode Console
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant French Louis XVI demilune marble top commode or console is a remarkable work of art: it features a fully curved casework in a demilune form that presents no corners or sharp ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
Monumental Carved Pine English Country Paint Decorated Bookshelf Bookcase
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a very very unique and rare custom-made English piece. The piece is made of antique elements with all of the charm that antiques have and re-designed to act as an enormous bo...
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Early 1900s English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Diminutive Louis XV Style Demilune Commodes with Marble Tops, Pair Available
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is one of a pair of Louis XV style mahogany inlaid commodes with a sienna marble top over two inlaid drawers, supported by slender cabriole legs with brass mounts. Pair availabl...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Extraordinary Louis XV/ XVI Style Highly Figured Inlaid Buffet Cabinet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A finely constructed and superb French cabinet with chosen figured mahogany in subtly inlaid designs utilizing the graining in a masterful manner. The cabinet with two doors, gilt br...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Globe Wernicke Sectional Glazed Four Tier Barristers Bookcase With Lower Drawer
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Globe Wernicke Sectional Glazed Four Tier Barristers Bookcase With A Small Lower Drawer
Globe-Wernicke was formed as a result of the Cincinnati based Globe Files Company (est. in ...
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Early 20th Century British Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
Rare Pair of English Satinwood Paint Decorated Adams Style Demilune Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superb pair of Adams paint decorated satinwood commodes or buffets in the demilune form. They are breathtakingly painted with flowers and cherubs. These are masterfully don...
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Early 1900s English Adam Style Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Satinwood
Sizeable & Meaningful Gothic Revival Cabinet w. Nun Sculptures & Church Windows
Located in Lisse, NL
Early 20th century, solid oak Gothic cabinet with hand carved church window panels.
This beautifully and deeply carved oak cabinet from the early 1900s is in excellent condition. It...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wrought Iron, Metal
Art Deco Amsterdamse School Three-Door Armoire or Wardrobe, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Art Deco Amsterdamse School three-door armoire or wardrobe.
Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.
Solid oak and original oak veneer base with original beveled mi...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mirror, Macassar, Oak
French 1920s Walnut Enfilade with Three Drawers over Three Doors, Tapered Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French walnut enfilade from circa 1920 with three drawers over three doors. This elegant French walnut enfilade from circa 1920 features a beautifully balanced design with three dr...
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Early 20th Century French Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Pair Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers, Early 20th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
This charming pair of Gustavian-style chests of drawers exudes timeless Swedish elegance. Bathed in a soothing greige paint, they boast three spacious drawers adorned with intricatel...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Harris Lebus. An Arts and Crafts bureau bookcase in the Glasgow Style
By Harris Lebus
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts bureau bookcase in the Glasgow Style by Harris Lebus design model 156 with display area to the top, subtly shaped cornice wit...
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
English Oak Glazed Haberdashery Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1900
English Oak Glazed Haberdashery Cabinet
sku 1840
W135 x D59 x H213 cm
Weight 150 kg
Category
Early 20th Century Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
English Floral Painted Cupboard
Located in Wilson, NC
English floral painted cupboard, the door painted with a floral and leaf wreath. The interior has three shelves. The top is faux painted to resemble gre...
Category
1920s English Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Paint
Restored Bauhaus Cabinet, by Robert Slezák, Chrome Plated Steel, Czech, 1930s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant cabinet from the early 20th century was crafted by the renowned Czechoslovak manufacturer Robert Slezák. Its original chrome steel frame has been professionally cleaned ...
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Liberty & Co. a Mahogany Display Cabinet with Floral Mother of Pearl Decoration
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co. George Walton attributed.
An Arts & Crafts mahogany display cabinet with original liberty label to the back and 'Liberty & Co. Ltd, London' stamped on the brass locks....
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
French Art Deco Walnut Veneer Sideboard
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful sideboard. The sideboard was made of walnut veneer on softwood carcass. It comes from France from the Art Deco period around 1930. The fittings and the locks are original. ...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Softwood
Early 20th Century Natural Oak Drawer Cabinet
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A drawer cabinet from the early 20th century. Made from solid oak. Ready for everyday use.
High rectangular oak body standing on a plinth with 24 drawers under a slightly protruding...
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Early 20th Century European Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Pine
French Louis XVI Style Marquetry Writing Desk/ Bonheur du Jour
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
French Louis XVI Style Marquetry Writing Desk / Bonheur du Jour—Circa 1900s
This exquisite French Louis XVI-style bonheur du jour is a marquetry-inlaid writing desk, crafted in Fran...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Ormolu
Antique Black Lacquer Wedding Cabinet with Oversized Brass Medallion
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese wedding cabinet from the early 20th century with black lacquer and large brass medallion hardware. Created in China ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Mahogany Solicitors Drawers
Located in Gloucester, GB
Early 20th century mahogany solicitors drawers
- Mahogany drawers
- Paneled sides and back
- Original brass pulls
- Original sprung documents holder in the drawers
- English, ...
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Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Gino Maggioni for Atelier di Varedo 1920s Chest of Drawers in Carved Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Gino Maggioni for Atelier di Varedo, chest of drawers / commode, oak, wrought iron, Italy, 1920s
This chest of drawers, designed by Gino Maggioni during his time at the Atelier di V...
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Pair Monumental English Oak Haberdashery Cabinets
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1900
Pair monumental English oak haberdashery cabinets
(can be split into two sections or pushed together)
sku 1275
Price for the pair
We c...
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Early 20th Century Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Biedermeier German Bleached Walnut Chest of Drawers / Commode / Dresser
Located in Viterbo, VT
Biedermeier chest of drawers hand-made in Germany in the early 1800s. The chest features three inset drawers and extremely straight lines, typical of the style. Each drawer shows bea...
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Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s /Tansu, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This small drawer was produced in the Taisho period.
This chest is made of sturdy cedar with a lacquer finish, with a base panel made of lightweight paulownia wood and an iron handl...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Dry Bar Cabinet with Gold Leaf Doors, circa 1930s, Restored
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This restored art deco cabinet features gold leaf double doors, trim and base detailing with lacquered burgundy exterior. Ideal for use as a dry bar for holding liquor and glassware or as an apothecary cabinet.
Beautiful lacquered burgundy with gold leaf details, the interior is fitted with glassware shelves and a single pull out shelf. Working key is present.
This circa 1930s restored storage cabinet in manner of Emile Jacques Ruhlmann would work great in an Art Deco, Hollywood Regency, Post-Modern or Mid-Century Modern home or penthouse apartment but could also look fantastic in a Contemporary, Space Age Mod, Scandanavian Modern, Danish Modern or Zen / Minimalist room. Also consider mixing it up in a Traditional, Transitional, or Classical room with a splash of juxtaposition. Would also be an apt choice in a commercial project such as a hotel lobby lounge or members club, creative design studio or high-rise executive office. Consider using as a dry bar, curio cabinet, towel and linen highboy, sideboard or cupboard for your kitchen or dining room, vitrine or entryway closet...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Gold Leaf
Victorian Hand-crafted Military Ammunition Pine Chest Trunk
Located in Germantown, MD
A rock solid victorian Hand-crafted Military Ammunition Pine Chest Trunk in great antique condition. Measures 27.5" in x 14.5" in depth and 10.5"
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
French Painted Wood, Glass & Brass Little Armoire, circa 1920
Located in Labrit, Landes
French small armoire with two glass doors and a drawer.
The shape of the cabinet is inspired by Art Nouveau, but the handles are from the Art Deco period, when the cabinet was made ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Chinoiserie Jacobean Red Lacquered Hand Painted Bookcase or Bar Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Chinoiserie Jacobean style bookcase, dining cabinet, or bar cabinet
In the manner of Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1920s
Red lacquered carved walnut, with hand pai...
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1920s American Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Seven Drawer Mahogany Machinist's Chest c.1910-1925
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An antique Machinist's tool chest with round brass pulls, original label, two keys, seven graduated drawers with Mahogany fronts, metal corner...
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Early 20th Century North American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
19th Century Heavily Hand Carved Asian Blanket Chest Trunk
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique heavily hand carved Asian blanket chest trunk from Hong Kong, Circa 1870s. Good vintage condition. Pad Lock Lockable
Measures 41"W x 20.25"D...
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Early 20th Century Hong Kong Tang Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood
Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Five-Stack Barrister Bookcases by Macey, Pair
By Macey Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of antique Arts & Crafts mahogany five-stack barrister bookcases
By Macey
USA, Circa 1920s
Each measures: 34"W x 12.25"D x 81.5"H
Very good original vintage condi...
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1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
English Mahogany Book/Display Case
Located in Wilson, NC
This English mahogany book/display case has the original lock and key and retains the original thirteen wavy glass panes in both doors. The interior has two adjustable shelves with molded fronts. The base has cabriole Queen Anne legs that terminate in slipper feet. The cornice has blind fretwork carving and dentil work...
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Early 20th Century English Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Old Colony Regency Style Mahogany Sideboard Buffet w/ Writing Surface
By Old Colony Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Old Colony Regency Style Mahogany Sideboard Buffet with Fall Front Writing Surface. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 38" H x 52" W x 16.5" D.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Art Deco Philippine Mahogany Dry Bar or Liquor Cabinet
Located in Topeka, KS
Awesome vintage Art Deco dry bar or liquor cabinet comprised of Philippine mahogany. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. We have added a new black painted base. There were several small areas that have been repaired or veneer replaced. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Early to Mid-20th Century.
It's 5 O’clock somewhere!! What a FANTASTIC vintage Art Deco dry bar or liquor cabinet!! It is comprised of wonderful Philippine Mahogany and finished all the way around so it can float nicely in any room you choose, plus we have added a lovely new black painted base… and it looks FABULOUS! The front double doors are spilt at the top and in the center by a wood handle that runs the length of the doors of the cabinet. So, you can open the smaller top section and leave the lower portion closed or vice versa. The right door closes over the left, so simply pull the right-hand door using the handle which reveals the inside of the cabinet featuring shelves and a small center storage unit with doors. Piano hinges assist each door in opening and the back of the doors are lined with a gorgeous vintage bark cloth...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Fabric, Paint
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table with built-in bookcases
By Stickley Brothers
USA, Circa 1900
Quarter sawn oak, with hammered copper h...
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Copper
Antique Sheraton Style Mahogany Inlaid Bowfront Buffet Sideboard Console Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique buffet, sideboard or console cabinet. Made of mahogany featuring Sheraton styling with three demilune bowfront drawers - the top of which is divided and lined with blue velv...
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Early 20th Century Sheraton Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Black Lacquer and Rosewood Cabinet with Soapstone and Bone Inlay
Located in Lomita, CA
This cabinet makes a dramatic statement in black lacquer with rich rosewood trim and brass pulls. But the whimsical figural bone inlay carvings are what makes this most memorable. Th...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Lacquer
Art Nouveau wardrobe from the early 20th century, France.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique Art Nouveau wardrobe from around 1920, France.
Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation.
Dimensions: height 250 cm / width 118 cm / depth 66 cm
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Art Deco Amsterdamse School Bookcase by Piet Kramer, 1916
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School bookcase.
Design by Piet Kramer.
Striking Dutch design from around 1916.
Solid oak base with on top two secret storage spaces.
Lock a...
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1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Vintage Storage Cabinets and Antique Case Pieces for Sale: Shop Credenzas, Sideboards, Bookcases and Dressers on 1stDibs
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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