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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Style: Georgian
Style: Hepplewhite
Welsh Dresser in Oak
Located in Woodbury, CT
If ever there was a model Welsh dresser, this could be the one. The proportion of the rack to the base is exemplary from a time when these articles of furniture had reached near ubiq...
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19th Century Welsh Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Yew Wood Shaped Top Partners Desk
Located in Woodbury, CT
Three part, English yew wood modified partners desk with uniquely shaped top and pedestals. File drawer to one pedestal, graduated drawers to the other. Opposite side has three drawe...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Leather, Yew, Ebony
Early 19th Century English Country House Gothic Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning early 19th century English oak country house gothic bookcase with wonderful colour, creates a real statement piece. 1810.
Shelf depth on the wings: 7.5in (19.5cm)
Shelf de...
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Glass
Early 19th Century English George III Figured Mahogany Bookcase
Located in San Francisco, CA
English George III figured mahogany bookcase. Excellent scale with original glass, locks and feet. Old surface of deep color. Glazed cabinet on top over two-drawer base (2 parts). Ad...
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Glass
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Bureau Bookcase
Located in Martlesham, GB
An impressive chinoiserie bureau bookcase on a red background, the carcass itself 18th century but lacquered in the early 20th century, hav...
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1920s British Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Lacquer
Tall Antique Corner Cabinet, English, Oak, 4 Shelf Wall Cupboard, Georgian, 1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a tall antique corner cabinet. An English, oak four shelf wall cupboard, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.
Superb period...
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
English Georgian Mahogany Secretary Bookcase
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian (18/19th Century) mahogany secretary bookcase having a 2 glass mullioned doors over multiple drawers & a fall-front center...
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Fabulous Pine Potboard Dresser
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Fabulous 18th century patinated pine potboard dresser, 1780.
Dimensions:
62 inches (157 cms) wide
21.5 inches (55 cms) deep
77 inches (196 cms) ...
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18th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Antique George III Quality Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III quality oak chest of drawer having a quality oak rectangular shaped top above two short and three long oak cockbeeded drawers with original brass handles and stand...
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
1740’s King George III Flame Mahogany Rosewood and Tulipwood Chest of Drawers
Located in Louisville, KY
This is perhaps one of our favorite pieces and one of the most sophisticated and uniquely finished chests from the mid 18th century. An English - King George III, Hepplewhite flame m...
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1740s English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood, Tulipwood
ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780-1820 SEASHELL SPECIMEN COLLECTORS CHEST OF DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning period perfect lightly restored Circa 1780-1820 Georgian salesman sample Chest of drawers whic...
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1780s English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood, Satinwood
Vintage Georgian Black Mahogany Nightstand / 4 Drawer Silver Chest
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Georgian Black Mahogany Nightstand/4 Drawer Silver Chest
Offered is a Vintage Georgian Mahogany Nightstand/4 Drawer Silver Chest. ...
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1980s North American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Late 18th Century English George III Mahogany Bureau Bookcase ‘Secretaire’
Located in Miami, FL
A late 18th century English George III mahogany Bureau bookcase ‘secretaire’ with fretwork open swan neck pediment, centred by a shaped finial, above a pair of glazed doors, slant fr...
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Antique Regency Brass Inlaid Mahogany Traveling Desk Wooden Writing Slope Box
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An Exceptionally Fine Quality English Well Figured Rosewood Ladies or Gents English Georgian Travelling Writing Slope of outstanding quality and unusually large proportions, with lav...
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
George II Walnut Slant Front Bureau Bookcase / Secretary
Located in Woodbury, CT
George II walnut and walnut burl slant front bureau bookcase / secretary with original hand beveled mirrored doors on bracket feet. Upper cabinet with candle slides conceals book she...
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18th Century British George II Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Fine George III Flame-Figured Mahogany Secretaire Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
The arched pediment centered by paneled roundel, over two glazed doors with pointed astragals opening to a chartreuse silk-lined interior with shelves; the lower part with a pullout ...
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Pair Bachelor Chests Walnut Bedside Cabinets Drawers
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous pair of bachelor chests of drawers in walnut
Classic Bachelors chest with single pull out at top allowing extra surface storage area
One way of tracing back to the origin of...
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17th Century Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Very Rare and Fine Early 19th Century Georgian Inlaid Bureau Bookcase
Located in Dublin, IE
A very rare and fine early 19th century Georgian mahogany bureau bookcase, line inlaid throughout and with intricate marquetry depicting Neoclassical motifs of swags, garlands, flowe...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Georgian Revival Side Cabinet Mahogany Chest
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Walnut Georgian Revival bow fronted side cabinet.
This cabinet stands upon bracket feet.
Circa 1860 Featuring 2 lower doors which feature crossbanding. The 2 upper oak lined drawers ...
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1860s Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
English Mahogany Cabinet
Located in Wilson, NC
This English mahogany cabinet was likely the upper half of an English secretary converted to a cabinet in the nineteenth century with a later ...
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1740s English George II Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Early 19th century Georgian mahogany secretaire chest on chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century Georgian mahogany chest on chest circa 1800.
Fine quality English chest on chest which we rescued on our travels around Sweden.
Comprising of 2 parts. Top secti...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Antique 1738 Dated Oldest Original Paint Housekeepers Folded Linen Wardrobe
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original 1738 dated Antique German Marriage wardrobe / Folded linen cupboard in the oldest and most original paint I have ever seen
I have recently purchased a very large collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes...
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1730s German George II Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
English Original Painted Housekeepers Cupboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning early 19th C English original painted pine breakfront housekeepers cupboard / linen cupboard. Lovely old surface. 1820.
Internal depth: Wings - 11.5", Centre - 20".
Di...
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19th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Antique Mahogany Chest Tallboy Chest on Chest George III 19th Century
Located in Poperinge, BE
Antique English chest of drawers, tallboy, also known as chest on chest because it is made of 2 parts stacked on top of each other, made of solid oak and mahogany veneer, George III ...
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
18th Century English Antique Library Bookcase Attributed to Gillows of Lancaster
Located in Dublin, IE
A magnificent George III period seven door breakfront library bookcase. Constructed in the finest quality figured mahogany, having a moulded cornice above seven astragal glazed doors...
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
English Mahogany Wardrobe / Linen Press
Located in Woodbury, CT
This two-door, two-drawer wardrobe / linen press in finely grained mahogany is just the right size for that guest room with no closet. Not too big so as to take up too much space, bu...
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Georgian Period Dovetailed Oak Mule Chest
Located in Forney, TX
A Georgian era (1714-1837) English oak mule chest.
Born in the late 18th / early 19th century, during the reign of King George III (1760-1820), fine quality craftsmanship and constr...
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Late 18th Century George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Iron
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Good Quality Early 19th Century, George III Period Mahogany Chest Of Unusual Small Proportions, Having Superbly Figured Rectanglar Top With Crossbanded Decoration, Over Slide ...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
19C Irish Georgian Style Secretary Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a STUNNING 19C Irish Georgian Style Secretary Bookcase.
From circa 1850-60 and most definitely, “IRISH”.
Made of gorgeous flamed Cuban mahogany which would have been imported from the British Colonies at the end of the 18th Century and early 19th Century.
This piece of is of IMPRESSIVE PROPORTIONS ….. it is a real STATEMENT piece and EXTREMELY HIGH QUALITY !
It has a very ‘Regency Style’ pelmet or crown with egg and dart moldings under a very straight line crown.
The top section consists of a 4 door bookcase, each with 3 shelving areas. It appears to retain it’s original glass, but it could likewise have been replaced at some time during it’s long life, as it is very rare to find pieces that have not suffered breakages over 150+ years.
Each bookcase door still retains the original moldings to the front with a star shape above and below a central circular viewing panel.
Each section is separated by a carved and fluted roman column/pillar.
The bookcase section rests on top of the base, which consists of a beautiful central secretaire desk accessed by drop down front with working lock and key and rests on 2 pull out rests on either side. The secretary portion has a central tabernacle, with an inlaid oval satinwood medallion above another scallop shell drawer. It has 6 smaller drawers and 8 cubbies. The 2 pillars on either side of the central tabernacle are secret drawers and pull out. The curved crowns above the cubbies on either side are likewise secret drawers and pull out.
Either side of the secretary there are 2 drawers (4 total) with a press or cupboard underneath.
Under the secretary there are 4 large central drawers.
The brasses and hardware are all original to the piece (save 2 extra hinges that have been attached to the drop down secretary to give it more support and stability.
Again, each section is separated by a turned and fluted column/pillar which replicates the 2 side pillars to the central tabernacle of the secretary.
The piece sits on 8 curved feet.
This was an extremely high quality piece when made. This is also supported by the fact that the secondary woods are also mahogany and not pine or oak for slightly lesser quality pieces of the era.
This piece is specifically identifiable as an Irish Georgian Style piece by virtue of the scallop shell moldings on the base side presses (see photos).
Irish Georgian furniture...
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Mid-19th Century Irish George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
George II Lacquer Cabinet on Chest
Located in London, GB
A George II Lacquer Cabinet on Chest with double dome cornice and three ball finials, above two cabinet doors with robust banded hinges, opening to reveal an interior of ten drawers,...
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Mid-18th Century George II Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Lacquer
George II Carved Mahogany Breakfront Library Cabinet of Architectural Form
Located in London, GB
A Magnificent George II Carved Mahogany Breakfront Library Cabinet of Architectural Form
The pedimented dentil cornice above four panel doors, a waisted Vitruvian scroll fluted frie...
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18th Century George II Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian 18th Century Oak Dresser Base
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Good Quality, Attractive, Late 18th Century English George III Period Oak Dresser Base, Having Well Figured Top Over Three Drawers With Crossbanded Decoration And Replacement Brass Handles, Over Elegant Shaped Frieze And Square Tapered Legs.
A fabulous example of an 18th century dresser base...
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Early 19th Century English Pine Breakfront Cabinet
Located in Essex, MA
A unique Early 19th C. English Provincial Carved Pine Breakfront, with exceptional molded Neoclassical elements. A removable pediment crest over a facade with molded bellflower and f...
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Composition
Vintage Georgian Style Yew Wood Bedside Chest
Located in Forney, TX
A smaller sized Georgian style yew wood chest, fitted with three dovetailed drawers, rising on bracket feet.
Ideal proportions for use as a small dresser/chest of drawers placed ...
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Mid-20th Century Georgian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Yew
Large 18th Century Painted Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large 18th century English painted oak dresser base. 1760.
Code: 8818
Dimensions:
W: 82.5" (209.6 cm)
H: 33.5" (85.1 cm)
D: 19.5" (49.5 cm)
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18th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Rare 18th Century Georgian Period Mahogany Architect Desk
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare and elegant Georgian Architect’s desk has a ratchet top, extending drawer front, as well as storage compartments. Architect desks, m...
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18th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb Georgian Green Lacquered Eight-Drawer Double Dresser, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Regency style eight-drawer double dresser or chest of drawers
By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co.
USA, Circa 1940s...
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1940s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
American Hepplewhite Chest of Drawers or Bureau in Mahogany, circa 1800
Located in Miami, FL
A Hepplewhite chest in mahogany with four graduated drawers with inlaid key plates and original pulls depicting cornucopias. Decorative elements include line inlays around drawers, b...
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1790s American Hepplewhite Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique George I Quality Figured Walnut Bureau
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George I quality figured walnut bureau having a quality figured walnut fall with herringbone crossbanding opening to reveal a fitted interior consisting of five walnut drawer...
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1720s English George I Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
18th Century Walnut Chest on Chest
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
18th Century English, beautiful and good quality Georgian walnut chest on chest tallboy.
Of small proportions this attractive piece not only offers great storage but looks amazing.
T...
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18th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Early 19th Century Georgian Era Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Classic and elegant, this George III chest of drawers was handcrafted circa 1800. It is made from walnut, recently refinished with a warm red-brown tone. The bail pulls are brass. We...
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
circa 1800 Extra Large Antique Original Paint German Blanket Chest Coffer Trunk
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, extra large circa 1800 hand painted German clothes trunk or marriage coffer chest with Acanthus leaf painting
I have recently purchased a very large collection of these original, antique painted wardrobes...
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Early 1800s European George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
19th C. Large Fine Figured Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The top made of book matched figured wood with cross banding and fine herringbone string inlay. With a bull nose edge. The tall chest with two short over three long drawers with book matched fronts and matching herringbone string inlays, and fine pierced brass bales and a key. The carved skirt rail raised on all bracket feet.
Measures Width. 47 1/2", Depth 23", Height. 45 1/4"
Condition: Please see all detail photos. The chest top with some expected scratches and some loss to the finish, slight alligatoring, chipped top front edge corners, some chips and breaks to the drawer moldings (a few preserved for...
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19th Century Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
George III Mahogany Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers
Located in Altrincham, GB
A late George III mahogany bow fronted three drawer chest of drawers, with shaped apron and raised on splayed bracket feet, 40"w x 22"d x 33"h
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1790s English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Exceptional Painted Concave Library Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Truly exceptional and very rare antique painted pine concave library bookcase. George III or later. Wonderful wavy hand blown glass in the doors, 1780.
Dimensions
83.5 inches (21...
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18th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Stickley Georgian Solid Mahogany Gentleman's Chest or Linen Press
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style armoire dresser, linen press, or gentleman's chest
By Stickley
USA, Circa Late 20th Century
Solid mahogany, with original brass hardware.
...
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Late 20th Century American Georgian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
19th century English corner cabinet
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This corner cabinet is made of wood and has a curved front, giving it an elegant and charming look. The corner cabinet has two doors with a keyhole in the middle, so you can safely store your belongings. The corner cabinet has a wooden top with a curved edge, where you can place a vase, a lamp or another decorative object.
This corner cabinet is an antique piece dating back to the 19th century. It is a rare and valuable specimen, demonstrating craftsmanship and quality. The corner cabinet is in good condition and has a warm and natural colour. It is a perfect addition to any room, be it a living room, a bedroom or a study. The corner cupboard...
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Wood
English Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Constructed from mid-tone walnut-figured veneer, these exquisite chests showcase rich grain patterns that enhance its sophisticated appeal. The five cockbeaded drawers offer ample st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese George III Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Antique 18th Century George I Oak Paneled Joined Coffer Mule Chest Trunk 1720
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique English oak coffer/mule chest from the Reign of King George I (1698-1727), the chest circa 1720.
The plank top above a three-panelled trunk, the top rail inscribed wit...
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1720s English George I Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
English Oak Housekeepers Cupboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful 18th century English period oak housekeepers cupboard with an inverted breakfront. Lovely warm colour. 1790
Original brass handles and lovely proportions
Interior depth:
...
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18th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Oak
18th Century English Bureau Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Very small late 18th C English painted oak bureau bookcase. 1780.
Reference: 7382
Dimensions
34 inches (86 cms) Wide
19.5 inches (50 cms) Deep
82 inches (208 cms) High.
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18th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
English Farmhouse Dresser
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th century original painted pine potboard farmhouse dresser, 1820
Dimensions
90 inches (229 cms) wide
22.5 inches (57 cms) deep
100 inches (2...
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Antique 18th Century English George III Mahogany Secretary with Secret Drawer.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exceptional Antique 18th Century English George III Mahogany Secretary Bookcase with Secret Drawer.
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18th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Custom, English Walnut Burl Writing Table
Located in Woodbury, CT
This beautiful George II style executive writing table/desk in burled walnut features a uniquely shaped top, cabriole legs with acanthus carved knees and deeply carved claw and ball ...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Georgian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Leather, Walnut, Burl
Henkel Harris Sideboard
Located in Annville, PA
A vintage Henkel Harris sideboard in excellent original, as found, condition.
Simple yet sophisticated this beautiful Henkel Harris Sideboard has everything going for it. A slight...
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Early 2000s American Hepplewhite Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century English George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality George III mahogany bachelors chest, having a leather lined brushing slide with two brass handles, above an arrangement of four graduated drawers each with...
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique George III Flame Mahogany Serpentine Sideboard, 18th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique George III inlaid flame mahogany serpentine sideboard, circa 1790 in date.
With wood banding and marquetry spandrels, the central frieze drawer flanked by deep drawers, the right side drawer with divisions for bottles. The drawers fitted with the original and beautiful ormolu lion's head ring handles.
It is raised on elegant square tapering legs on spade feet and is complete with working locks and key.
Add an elegant touch to a special place in your home with this superb antique serpentine shaped sideboard.
The botanical name for the mahogany this item is made of is Swietenia macrophylla and this type of mahogany is not subject to CITES regulation.
Provenance:
Major Edward Croft-Murray, Perivale, Ryde, Isle of Wight.
From the collection of Edward Croft-Murray CBE (1907-1980).
THE BOTANICAL NAME FOR THE MAHOGANY THIS ITEM IS MADE OF IS SWIETENIA MACROPHYLLA AND THIS TYPE OF MAHOGANY IS NOT SUBJECT TO CITES REGULATION.
Condition:
In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 93 x Width 183 x Depth 74
Dimensions in inches:
Height 3 feet, 1 inch x Width 6 foot x Depth 2 foot, 5 inches
Flame Mahogany
Thomas Sheraton - 18th century Furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works...
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1790s English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Mahogany
George III Mahogany Bedside Cupboard
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
George III mahogany bedside cupboard with pull-out drawer, formerly a commode.
The cupboard compartment has had a new base fitted to it, and the pull-out section which had a commode ...
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
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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