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Neoclassical Cabinets

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

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Style: Neoclassical
Vintage Adams Style Paint Decorated Display China Cabinet
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Vintage Adams Style Paint Decorated Display China Cabinet Beautiful 20th century hand painted satinwood cabinet on console base by Yorkshire House. N...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Glass, Satinwood

Antique Drawing Room Cabinet, French, Walnut, Buffet, Neoclassical, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique drawing room cabinet. A French, burr walnut and chestnut buffet in Neoclassical taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1850. Exceptional provincial craftsma...
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1850s French Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Chestnut, Walnut

Pair of French Napoleon III NeoClassical Rosewood Encoignures
Located in Nashville, TN
Featured is a pair of French Napoleon III neo classical Encoignure cabinet's in rosewood mounted with gilt bronze foliate and heavily inlaid with neoclassical themes throughout. The ...
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1870s French Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Marble, Bronze

Paire de Cabinets by Henri Lancel
Located in LAMBLORE, FR
This elegant pair of cabinets by Henri Lancel, dating from around 1940, showcases the refined craftsmanship and neoclassical inspiration characteristic of French Art Deco design. Th...
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1940s Vintage Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass

Pair 19th C Bow Glass Sided Display Cabinets from an Upscale Boston Fashion Shop
Located in Nashua, NH
A pair of incredible bow glass sided show cases from one of the exclusive ladies fashion shops in the Newbury Street area of Boston,Ma. These spectacularly designed glass show cases...
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Early 1900s American Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

Mahogany Wood China Cabinet / Hutch
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This elegant Italian hand-crafted two-part mahogany china cabinet, also known as a hutch, is a stunning addition to any dining or living room. The cabinet features interior glass she...
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1930s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Style Walnut Nightstands
Located in Bradenton, FL
A pair of classic 19th century Italian Neoclassical style walnut nightstands. Nightstands feature white Carrara marble inlay on top, two drawers for practical storage, and ornate bra...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Mid Century Four Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Four Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet. Keys ( 2) and lock present and functional. Measures 16" in with, 17" in depth and 50.5" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Oak

Display Cabinet-Glass, Brass & Mahogany by The Joslin Showcase Company of Boston
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large mahogany display cabinet made by the Joslin Showcase Company of Boston, Massachusetts. The company was founded in 1893. The cabinet is made it two pieces. The upper part has three glass shelves plus the bottom wooden shelf. The base has six working drawers and four sliding doors with fielded panels. The two end drawers are false and don't open. The original nickel shelf...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass, Nickel

Italian Newspapers-Classical Style Hand Painted Top Cabinet / Credenza
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a hand painted Italian Neo-classical style cabinet with faux marble top. It also features a blush toned real marble top. The cabinet opens to a single shelf. The neutral ton...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Cabinets

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Marble

Mid Century Wicker Two-Door Storage Side Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid 20th Century Wicker Two-Door Storage Side Cabinet Neasures 22.5" wide, 13" deep and 34" tall.
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wicker

Beautiful Antique 19th Century American Primitive Washstand
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Infuse your space with early Americana character and practical utility via this authentic 19th-century chestnut washstand—a rugged, heartwarming piece that blends country craftsmansh...
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Late 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood

Italy Late 19th Century Inlaid Walnut Buffet with Drawer or Low Cabinet
Located in Brescia, IT
This is a pleasant credenza or low cabinet, handmade in walnut with an inlaid in the same wood. The top has very beautiful drawing that distinguishes this antique buffet. Hand made...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Walnut

Oak Parquetry Media Cabinet - Dark
Located in Westwood, NJ
An oak parquetry four-door entertainment media cabinet, perfect to use as a cabinet for additional storage space or an entertainment console. It has oak parquetry doors accented with...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood

19th C Pine Cabinet with Wavy Glass
Located in Round Top, TX
Substantial pine cabinet with wavy glass-front doors above and concealed storage below, beautifully combines rustic charm with traditional architectural detailing. The upper cabinet ...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Steel

French Neoclassical Style Tall Mirrored Cabinet/Armoire
Located in Southampton, NY
French neoclassical style tall mirrored cabinet/armoire Beautiful reproduction, originally with legs, legs were cut off. Selling as is. Parcel-...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Mahogany

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Painted and Decorated Cabinet
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Decorated Cabinet is hand-painted and features beautifully rendered neoclassical motifs-garlands, scrolls, urns, and foliate elements. The central d...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood

19th Century French Neoclassical Bar ~ Counter with Carrara Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French neoclassical bar ~ counter with Carrara marble Top was originally designed as a beer and wine bar, and sports...
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1890s French Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Carrara Marble, Brass

Vintage Regency Painted China Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interiors with this stately Vintage Regency Painted China Cabinet, a piece that masterfully blends classical elegance with versat...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood

John Himmel Reeded Mirror Neoclassical Style Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
John Himmel Reeded Mirror Neoclassical Style Cabinet composed of reeded and antiqued glass mirror. This magnificent two-door cabinet features two hand blown glass face medallions.
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Mirror, Reeded Glass, Wood

Free Standing Cabinet Bar by Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
Fine mahogany free standing cabinet bar by Paolo Buffa made in Italy, circa 1950s. Opposing doors swing open to reveal mirrored and fitted interi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Cabinets

Antique 1930's Highly Carved Walnut and Glass Jewelry Display Case
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is an antique jewelry display case from the early part of the 20th century. The display case is made of a rich walnut. The knees are...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Walnut, Glass

Exceptional Flemish Treasure Cabinet in Carved Oak Late 19th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Exceptional Flemish Treasure Cabinet in Carved Oak Late 19th Century A unique and very distinct late 19th century Flemish raised treasure cabinet in solid carved oak and brass. Stands directly in the tradition of the earlier Antwerp / Flemish treasure cabinets on stand from the 17th century and the antique Bargueño...
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Late 19th Century Belgian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Large DIRECTOIRE style 2 sliding door Armoire Wardrobe in solid cherry, France
Located in Landivy, FR
MELANIE Collection This armoire is part of the Mélanie collection, a modern interpretation of the French Directoire style of the late 18th century. We find the straight, classic and ...
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2010s French Neoclassical Cabinets

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Cherry, Oak

Antique French Neoclassical-Style Carved-Wood Buffet Console, in Blue Color
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French neoclassical style carved and painted wood buffet cabinet from the early 20th century. This antique cabinet from France features a rectangular-shaped top top, with pronounced rounded corners, which rests atop a neoclassical style case which houses three drawers set horizontally above a pair of doors, flanked within rounded and fluted side posts (whose carving is repeated down the rear side posts). This server is nicely raised upon rounded and flute-carved legs, which taper gently and terminate into petite metal feet. The doors open to reveal an interior shelf and plentiful storage space within. This piece has a custom blue palette (including shades of turquoise, teal, and aqua) with a slate blue top. This early 20th century French buffet server...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood

Italian Neoclassical Hand Painted Demilune Console or Bar Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or Louis XVI style demilune console or bar cabinet Italy, Circa 1940s Hand painted case and top, featuring allegorical scenes, with original brass hardware....
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1940s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass

Biedermeier Cabinet, Attributed to G. L. E. Laves, Hanover, 1820s–1840s
Located in Greding, DE
Large two-door cabinet with a classically austere, rectilinear body. The front features three recessed panels per door, with two additional panels on each side. Crafted from mahogany...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Mahogany, Spruce

Exceptional Mahogany and Ormolu-Mounted Bibliotheque
Located in London, GB
The overhanging foliate cornice above a frieze with reliefs of female and male figures surmounted by ribbon ties and flanked by foliage and laurel leaves, above two pairs of glazed doors divided...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Ormolu

19th Century Wood Italian Box
Located in Barcelona, ES
19th century wood Italian box.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood

Tall Dark Oak Two Door Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
A modern rustic-style oak two-door cabinet with mirrored herringbone parquetry doors. It is adorned with elegant Verde Bronze knobs and rests upon tapered legs. Dimensions: 38" w x...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood

Drexel Heritage Italian Neoclassical Demilune Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Neoclassical or Louis XVI style demilune console or bar cabinet By Drexel Heritage, Late 20th Century Hand painted wood case, with faux marble top, and original ...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass

English Mahogany Wood Cabinet / Bookcase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Great English craftsmanship two parts mahogany wood china cabinet / bookcase with interior glass shelves & exterior Greek key influence woo...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Antique Hardstone and Ormolu Mounted Cabinets by Béfort Jeune
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique hardstone and ormolu mounted cabinets by Béfort Jeune French, Late 19th Century Height 151cm, width 112cm, depth 52cm This outstanding pair of cabinets was crafted b...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Stone, Marble, Brass, Ormolu

19th Century Neoclassical Painted Built-In Antique Corner Cupboard Cabinet
Located in Shippensburg, PA
NEOCLASSICAL PARCEL-GILT PAINTED CORNER CUPBOARD Circa late 19th century Item # 911PZA24Q A fantastic neoclassical built-in cupboard from the late 19th century, this gorgeous piece ...
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

Pair of 19th Century Italian Plinths
Located in New Orleans, LA
A pair of 19th century Italian painted plinths with faux bas relief motifs and giltwood accents. They are actually cabinets with one interior shelf. Original hardware and keys.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Giltwood, Wood

19th Century English Marquetry Side Cabinet in the Neoclassical Style
Located in London, GB
A Fine and Decorative Side Cabinet in the Hepplewhite Manner Constructed in goncalo alves, with satinwood crossbanding and specimen woods used in the inlays; of serpentine form, ris...
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19th Century British Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood, Satinwood

Drexel Heritage Italian Neoclassical Demilune Cabinets, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Italian Neoclassical or Louis XVI style demilune consoles or bar cabinets By Drexel Heritage, Late 20th Century Hand painted wood case, with faux marble top, and...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass

Tall Light Oak Two Door Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
A tall light oak two door cabinet, with mirrored herringbone parquetry doors. It is adorned with elegant Verde Bronze knobs and rests upon tapered legs fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood

Baker Cherry Server With Black Marble Top
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic lines with three apron drawers over three doors, all with dark painted string inlay type details, the doors in a diamond motif and two with brass shield form escutcheons and two keys. The two doors open to compartments (lacking shelves). The skirt rail and lower front feet with ebonized painted line detail. With a fine black variegated marble top. L. 68", Depth 21", H. 35" Condition: There is age and use related wear including scrapes to the side supports and right front foot, areas of finish loss and some ring...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Marble

Pair 19th Century Italian Column Pedestals
Located in Houston, TX
Pair 19th Century Italian Column Pedestals with rustic, weathered paint. Each has a single door with shelf space and comes with key.
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

19th Century French Gilded Porcelain Jewelry Cabinet, Manner of Martin Carlin
By Martin Carlin
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent Neo-classical 19th century Louis XVI taste giltwood royal jewelry cabinet, in the manner Parisian ébéniste Martin Carlin (b.1730–1785). ...
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Porcelain, Giltwood

American Mahogany Acanthus Foliage Linen Press w/ Paw Feet, Norfolk, VA. C. 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
American Classical mahogany graduated linen press with a carved molded edge cornice, upper case having flanking hinged figural mahogany book matched doors revealing two fitted interi...
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1810s American Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass

19th Century English Satinwood Neoclassical Style Side Cabinet By Maple & Co
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th century Satinwood side cabinet in the Neoclassical style, of arc-en-arbalette form, rising from six carved elegant legs, the central bow fronted door centred by a n...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Satinwood

Early 20th Century Mahogany Wood Demilune Shape Historical Charleston Cabinet
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Add a touch of historical charm to your space with this North American Early 20th Century Mahogany Wood Demilune Shape China Cabinet, a remarkable piece of furniture that reflects the craftsmanship and design of the era. The charleston inlaid...
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Early 20th Century North American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass

Neoclassical Style Gold Gilt Fluted Marble Column Side Table/Cabinet
Located in Southampton, NJ
Vintage Italian classical fluted column pedestal side table with single door cabinet in striking Gold gilt with red ground interior & white ...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Cabinets

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Marble

Pair of Carved Giltwood Antique Collector Display Cabinets by M. Grieve Co.
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF CARVED GILTWOOD COLLECTOR DISPLAY CABINETS M. Grieve Co. of New York & London both marked verso circa 1910 ref. 411LJT20P 71 7/...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Glass, Giltwood

Late 20th Century Mastercraft Stained Pine Cabinet, Server
Located in Germantown, MD
A Late 20th Century Mastercraft Furniture Stained Solid Pine Cabinet, Server. Measures 37" in width, 16.25" in depth and 33" in height. Drawers are 15.5" in width, 14.5" in depth a...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Pine

19th century Demi Lune Cabinet, Northern Europe 1830
Located in Belmont, MA
Neoclassical Demilune Cabinet, c. 1830 – Elegant Mahogany Credenza This exquisite Neoclassical demilune cabinet, dating to circa 1830, showcases refined European craftsmanship and ti...
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1820s German Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Mahogany

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 Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Marble, Ormolu

Early 20th Century Neoclassical Style Stained Oak Side Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Century Neoclassical Style Stained Oak Side Cabinet Loose shelf. Keyed Working lock. Measures 31.5" in width, 16" in depth and stands 32" tall.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Cabinets

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Oak

Italian Neoclassic Style Marquetry Cabinet
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular faux marble top over a case with a single drawer over a pair of cabinet doors opening to a fitted interior with drawers, over a drawer and a door, sides with similar deco...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood

Antique Satinwood Inlaid French Adams Sheet Music Cabinet Display Curio
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Satinwood Inlaid French Adams Sheet Music Cabinet Display Curio. Item features beautiful inlaid details, single glass door, dovetailed fall front music sheet door, rolling ca...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

French Pair Neoclassic Empire Style Slender Nightstand Side Chests , Mid 20th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of Neoclassic Empire style side wooden side cabinets from the mid 20th century. These vintage cabinets from France have been designed with Neoclassical Empire influence...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood

English Mahogany Showcase Cabinet, 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
English showcase. Mahogany wood, XIX century. Showcase with shelves and two doors with glass and geometric decoration topped by a split pediment wi...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Metal

Pair of Abstract Obelisk Bookcase Cabinets by Baker Furniture
Located in North York, ON
Pair of abstract Obelisk bookshelves by Baker Furniture. Solid mahogany construction, featuring custom two-tone finish. Bookcases contain 6 shelves on both the front and rear of the ...
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2010s American Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass

Vintage Henkel Harris Two Piece China Closet
Located in Annville, PA
A Vintage Henkel Harris Two Piece China closet. This china closet is impressive in both it’s design and scale. Made of beautifully grained solid mahogany, the bookcase top features t...
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1980s American Vintage Neoclassical Cabinets

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Mahogany

Antique American Classical Figured Mahogany Nightstand With Rope Carved Legs
Located in Morristown, NJ
Early 19th c. American Classical figured mahogany nightstand on turned legs. Two flame mahogany drawers with embossed eagle brass pulls and keyholes (key not retained) below a convex...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass

1900s Belgian Neoclassical-Style Wooden Filing Cabinet
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s Belgian Neoclassical-style wooden filing cabinet combines elegant design with utilitarian purpose. Crafted from solid wood, the cabinet features a tall rectangular form wi...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Cabinets

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Wood

Late 19th Century Indonesian Teak Wood Textile Cabinet with Two Bottom Drawers
Located in Middleburg, VA
Late 19th Century Indonesian teak wood textile cabinet Beautifully carved teak wood with two cabinet doors over two nicely spaced shelves and two...
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Teak

Swedish Neoclassical Raised Cabinet w Shelving
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish mid 19th century neoclassical raised cabinet. This antique cabinet from Sweden features an upper case with single door which is raised upon two rounded front legs and a sol...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Neoclassical Cabinets

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Brass

Neoclassical cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage cabinets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Neoclassical cabinets made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original cabinets, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Carpanese Home Italia, Jonathan Sainsbury, and Kindel Furniture. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for cabinets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $495 and tops out at $1,119,968 while the average work can sell for $6,103.

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