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Modern Cupboards

MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Style: Modern
Modern "Vind" Cabinet in Black Lacquer and Black Oak
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
Vind is one of our 'social media hit' high-end furniture designs. Having had such a positive feedback on social media so soon, this cabinet manages to make its presence known even th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Metal

Blossom, Tall Blue Storage Cabinet, Hand Made Ceramic Inserts, Limited Edition
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Blossom collection is a tribute to one of the golden ages of design, a memory exploration, and most of all, a celebration of the joy of ceramics. Blossom is a series of two cabinets: one with two doors, and a taller one with one door. The wood finish is blue and the ceramics are handmade by Sergio himself. They are glazed in a shiny white finish. Each ceramic piece is different, no mold has been used to make them. The interiors have white lacquer shelves...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Ceramic, Wood, Lacquer

Modern Olival Sideboard, Rose Gold, Onyx, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Olival Sideboard, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Designed by Rute Martins for the Contemporary Collection, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cupboards

Materials

Onyx, Copper

Kartell Componibili Bio in Pink by Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Componibili Bio in pink by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell. The Componibili Bio storage unit was first created by Italian designer and Kartell co-founder Anna Castelli Ferrieri in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Plastic

Murano glass cabinet 3D Optical Effect blue and gold
Located in Guazzora, IT
Murano Glass Cabinet with a 3D Optical Effect in blue and gold, a masterpiece of modern craftsmanship that combines the timeless elegance of Mid-Century design with the unique artist...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Vitrine en bois laqué ROVINSKY 1930
By Serge Rovinsky
Located in PARIS, FR
Vitrine réalisée par Serge Rovinsky et le laqueur Charpentier dans les années 1930. Elle est en bois laqué brun à corps quadrangulaire galbé en léger gradin à partie centrale haute v...
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1930s French Vintage Modern Cupboards

Materials

Mahogany, Lacquer

Murano Glass Cabinet Jewelry Beige - Made in Italy Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
This exquisite cabinet is a true masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship, handmade with meticulous attention to detail. The solid birchwood frame provides a sturdy foundation. But the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Back Hand-Painted Glass Cupboard Marbled Effect with Brass Frame, 1980s
Located in Florence, IT
Hand-Painted glass cupboard with brass frames and base. The marbled effect decoration is hand painted on the back of the glass, with brown, gold, yellow and white tones. One shelf in...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Kate Noakes 'Poppy'' Cocktail Cabinet in blue
Located in Newmarket, GB
A mid century Cocktail cabinet with a cantilevered top that opens to reveal a mirrored interior. This has been reconditioned and reimagined by designer and maker Kate Noakes using a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cupboards

Materials

Metal

Kate Noakes 'Poppy'' Cocktail Cabinet in red
Located in Newmarket, GB
A mid century Cocktail cabinet with a cantilevered top that opens to reveal a mirrored interior. This has been reconditioned and reimagined by designer and maker Kate Noakes using a ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cupboards

Materials

Metal

Wall Cabinet with Original Malachite Stone, Pierre De Valck
Located in Geneve, CH
Wall cabinet with original Malachite stone, Pierre De Valck Polished Bronze -unique and signed Measures: ø 56 x D 15 cm Materials: Stone, Bronze Medium sized wall-mounted cabinet wi...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Traditional Danish pine cupboard from the 1930s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A traditional pine cupboard from the 1930s. Crafted with meticulous care and attention to detail, this cupboard features classic mortise-and-tenon joints, a testament to the craftsma...
Category

1930s Danish Vintage Modern Cupboards

Materials

Pine

Huge Ralph Lauren Safari Collection Solid American Hardwood Television Cabinet
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely very large and exceptionally heavy Ralph Lauren solid American Mahogany media cabinet. A good looking and well made piece, it is as ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cupboards

Materials

Hardwood

Pair of Italian Decorative Cup began 20th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of Italian Decorative Cup began 20th Century of gilded and marbled metal. with lid topped with pineapple. Measurements: 35 cm each Good condition
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Metal

Two Beveled Mirror Side Cabinets
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Exceptional pair of mirrored single door cabinets. Beveled, antiqued mirror covers piece, with silver leaf wood trim. By William Lyons Design Craft of NYC, 1975
Category

20th Century American Modern Cupboards

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Italian Modern Basket Container in Gray Yellow Wood Black Metal by Robots, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern basket container in gray and yellow wood and black metal by Robots, 1990s Floor basket with rectangular base in wood painted in light gray and bright yellow. The lid ...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Metal

Contemporary charcoal wooden cantilever drawer, Roly-Poly by Faye Toogood
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary wooden cantilever drawer, Roly-Poly by Faye Toogood This is shown in the charcoal wooden finish. A self-contained drawer sculpted in a curvilinear form. The runners ar...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Contemporary putty wooden cantilever drawer, Roly-Poly by Faye Toogood
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary wooden cantilever drawer, Roly-Poly by Faye Toogood This is shown in the putty wooden finish. A self-contained drawer sculpted in a curvilinear form. The runners are e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Contemporary cream wooden cantilever drawer, Roly-Poly by Faye Toogood
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary wooden cantilever drawer, Roly-Poly by Faye Toogood This is shown in the cream wooden finish. A self-contained drawer sculpted in a curvilinear form. The runners are e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Contemporary chalk wooden cantilever drawer, Roly-Poly by Faye Toogood
Located in Warsaw, PL
Contemporary wooden cantilever drawer, Roly-Poly by Faye Toogood This is shown in the chalk wooden finish. A self-contained drawer sculpted in a curvilinear form. The runners are e...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Hand-Sculpted Cabinet with Original Lapis Lazuli, Pierre De Valck
Located in Geneve, CH
Hand-sculpted cabinet with original Lapis Lazuli - Pierre De Valck. Off-round cabinet with stone Lapis Lazuli. Oxidized and axed aluminum, unique and signed. Measures: ø 96 x D 22...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Aluminum

Bespoke Modernist Four-Door Wardrobe, High Gloss Lacquer, Chrome-Plated Metal
Located in Berlin, DE
Customized four-door wardrobe, manufactured by GMD Berlin, exclusively presented in our Rudolf Vichr Collection. These high-quality, handmade furniture in a classic modern timeles...
Category

2010s German Modern Cupboards

Materials

Metal

Maxalto B&B Italia Mida Dark Oak and Red Cabinet
Located in London, GB
Originally designed by Maxalto in 2003, the Mida storage range is a fantastic example of modern Italian design. Constructed from grey oak, the cabinet sits on a slimline steel bas...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Oak

Hand-Sculpted Side Cabinet with Original Thulite Stone, Pierre De Valck
Located in Geneve, CH
Hand-sculpted side cabinet with original Thulite stone, Pierre De Valck Oxidized and waxed aluminium-unique and signed Measures: W 55 x D 34 x H 70 cm Materials: Stone, Aluminium....
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Stone, Aluminum

Kartell Componibili Bio in Yellow by Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Componibili Bio in Yellow by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell. The Componibili Bio storage unit was first created by Italian designer and Kartell co-founder Anna Castelli Ferrieri ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Componibili Bio in Cream by Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Componibili Bio in Cream by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell. The Componibili Bio storage unit was first created by Italian designer and Kartell co-founder Anna Castelli Ferrieri i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Componibili Bio in Green by Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Componibili Bio in Green by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell. The Componibili Bio storage unit was first created by Italian designer and Kartell co-founder Anna Castelli Ferrieri i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Plastic

Wall Cabinet with Original Malachite Stone, Pierre De Valck
Located in Geneve, CH
Wall cabinet with original malachite stone, Pierre De Valck. Polished Bronze -unique and signed. Measures: ø 90 x D 22 cm. Materials: Stone, bronze. Medium sized wall-mounted c...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Crane Ebonized Oak Upright Two Door Cabinet with Drawers by New York Heartwoods
Located in Accord, NY
The Crane Cabinet is a premium modern cupboard comprised of two glass or solid panel doors with leather wrapped door pulls, two adjustable shelves, and eight soft-close maple dovetai...
Category

2010s American Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Hand-Sculpted Cabinet with Original Petrified Oak, Pierre De Valck
Located in Geneve, CH
Hand-sculpted cabinet with original petrified oak, Pierre De Valck Oxidized and waxed aluminium -unique and signed Measures: 55 x 34 x 70 cm Small sized cabinet with two hinged ...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Aluminum

Hand-Sculpted Cabinet with Original Jasper Stone, Pierre De Valck
Located in Geneve, CH
Cabinet with stone (Jasper) Oxidized and waxed aluminium-unique and signed Measures: 75 x 46 x 96 cm Medium sized cabinet with two hinged doors...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Aluminum

Hand-Sculpted Cabinet with Original Lapis Lazuli, Pierre De Valck
Located in Geneve, CH
Hand-sculpted cabinet with original Lapis Lazuli - Pierre De Valck. Cabinet with stone (Lapis Lazuli). Oxidized and waxed aluminium-unique and signed. Measures: 75 x 46 x 96 cm. Medium sized...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Aluminum

Caruso Large Cabinet in Lacquered Red Marsala and Black Legs, by Paolo Cappello
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Here you are shown the Caruso cabinet in the red Marsala lacquered structure with black legs and in the 3-door long size. This Long Cabinet is integrate...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Wood, Ceramic

Kate Noakes 'Poppy'' Cocktail Cabinet
Located in Newmarket, GB
A mid century Cocktail cabinet with a cantilevered top that opens to reveal a mirrored interior. This has been reconditioned and reimagine...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cupboards

Materials

Metal

Sipario Solid Wood Sideboard, Ash in Brown Finish, 2 Doors, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
With the 2023 collection we introduce contemporary furniture in line with the current interior trends. Our artisan knowledge meets the point of view of the young designers from Cono ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cupboards

Materials

Ash

Sipario Solid Wood Sideboard, Ash in Black Finish, 2 Doors, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
With the 2023 collection we introduce contemporary furniture in line with the current interior trends. Our artisan knowledge meets the point of view of the young designers from Cono ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cupboards

Materials

Ash

Sipario Solid Wood Sideboard, Ash in Natural Finish, 2 Doors, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
With the 2023 collection we introduce contemporary furniture in line with the current interior trends. Our artisan knowledge meets the point of view of the young designers from Cono ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cupboards

Materials

Ash

Cusco Sculpted Marquetry Cabinet, Signed by Stefan Leo
Located in Geneve, CH
Cusco sculpted Marquetry cabinet, signed by Stefan Leo CUSCO cabinet Straw Marquetry, brass Measures: 143 x 45 x 140 cm Atelier ...
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2010s German Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Sipario Solid Wood Sideboard, Ash in Natural Finish, 3 Doors, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
With the 2023 collection we introduce contemporary furniture in line with the current interior trends. Our artisan knowledge meets the point of view of the young designers from Cono ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cupboards

Materials

Ash

Sipario Solid Wood Sideboard, Ash in Black Finish, 3 Doors, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
With the 2023 collection we introduce contemporary furniture in line with the current interior trends. Our artisan knowledge meets the point of view of the young designers from Cono ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cupboards

Materials

Ash

Sipario Solid Wood Sideboard, Ash in Brown Finish, 3 Doors, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
With the 2023 collection we introduce contemporary furniture in line with the current interior trends. Our artisan knowledge meets the point of view of the young designers from Cono ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cupboards

Materials

Ash

Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Mistral Inlaid Sideboard
Located in Desio, IT
Sideboard characterized by the soft curvy shape. Available in two versions: completely veneered in Sycomoro dark frisè (CR62B) or in Pama (CR62). Both ver...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Modern Handpainted Hardwood Cupboard Storage Dilmos Colourful Geometric Graphic
Located in Milan, IT
Low cabinet with four doors and internal shelves. Handpainted hardwood structure embellished with hand-drawn graphic details designed by the author, protected with a clear matte scra...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Acrylic, Hardwood, Paint

Modern Burton TV Stand Body in Gloss Cream Lacquer, Legs in Gloss Black Lacquer
Located in Porto, PT
Burton TV Stand is an outstanding modern design style that combines bold shapes and materials. Now that you have seen it, you won't forget it. BurtonTV Stand has an iconic visual aes...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cupboards

Materials

Lacquer

Ritual Cabinet by Jude Di Leo
Located in Geneve, CH
Ritual cabinet by Jude Di Leo Dimensions: W 102 x D 51 x H 183 cm Materials: Ink dyed Hemlock, Blackened Steel & Bronze Mirror Ritual Cabinet is an exploration in contrast. Utilizing humble materials and high aesthetics it presents a dichotomy of rough and refined. Designed during the American coronavirus shutdown of 2020, material supplies dried up, human interaction became extremely limited, and the world filled with a sense of uncertainty. It was a time to reflect and recalibrate. Spending many mornings in meditation, going inward to move beyond fear and welcome in growth became a mantra. The concept came to use the basic construction materails available and treat them as precious. Primarily composed of Hemlock, tradionally used as framing material, the cabinet opens to an Oak interior, blackened steel details, and a bronze mirror at the back, giving both the sense of retreat and reflection. There is also a drawer below. The materials are unified with a coating of black ink, leaving only the texture of the materials visible. Jude Heslin Di Leo...
Category

2010s American Modern Cupboards

Materials

Walnut

Amuneal's Brass Pantry
Located in New York, NY
Part of our metal Kitchen Collection, this brass clad cabinetry is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinet...
Category

2010s American Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Coffee Station Cabinet in Custom Leather and Lacquer Finishes
Located in New York, NY
A piece of furniture created for lovers of coffee and design. This coffee station is a creation by Jacobo Ventura with the aim of providing an elegant s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Cupboards

Materials

Lacquer, Leather

Kate Noakes 'Cherry Blossom' Cabinet
Located in Newmarket, GB
A twentieth century Queen Anne style cabinet, that has been reconditioned and reimagined by designer and maker Kate Noakes. Kate uses a unique...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Cupboards

Materials

Metal

Modern Geometric Pink Sideboard, Gloss Beige Red Lacquer & Black Stainless Steel
Located in Porto, PT
Modern Sideboar With Gloss Beige Red Lacquer and Black Stainless Steel Rosalia Sideboard is an outstanding modern style design with an elegant theatrical shape to be part of your...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cupboards

Materials

Stainless Steel, Brass

Blossom: Blue Storage Cabinet with Hand Made Ceramic Inserts, Limited Edition
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Blossom collection is a tribute to one of the golden ages of design, a memory exploration, and most of all, a celebration of the joy of ceramics. Blossom is a series of two cabinets: one with two doors, and a taller one with one door. The wood finish is blue and the ceramics are handmade by Sergio himself. They are glazed in a shiny white finish. Each ceramic piece is different, no mold has been used to make them. The interiors have white lacquer shelves...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Ceramic, Wood, Lacquer

Handcrafted Walnut China Cabinet with Mother-of-Pearl/ Nacre Inlay and Handle
Located in Cairo, EG
Handcrafted Walnut China Cabinet with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay and Handle. If you are looking for an iconic piece to beautify a space in your reception or dining room, and also bring happiness, this antique bahu will do the works! Our For The Love Of Flowers...
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Green Lacquered Cabinet with Islamic Pattern and Hand-Crafted Brass Handle
Located in Cairo, EG
Green Lacquered Cabinet with Islamic Pattern and Hand-Crafted Brass Handle. Our Andalusia Art Deco cabinet is inspired from our rich Islamic heritage....
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2010s Egyptian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Alfea Sideboard with Doors and Marble Top
Located in Desio, IT
Sideboard in dark Tay wood with doors and marble top. Metal feet. With lighting. Avaiable in dark Tay, light Tay or American walnut.
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2010s Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Marble, Metal

Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Alfea sideboard with flap and marble top
Located in Desio, IT
Sideboard in dark Tay wood with flap and marble top. Metal feet. With lighting. Avaiable in dark Tay, light Tay or American walnut.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Marble, Metal

21st Century Modern Cabinet Set, Green Marble, White Bird Eye & Brass Base
Located in Porto, PT
Limited Edition: 21th Century Modern Cabinet Set, Green Marinace Granite, Silver Leaf & Gold Base Troya Cabinet is a modern display cabinet for an elegant living area. The Troya dua...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cupboards

Materials

Marble, Granite, Brass

Walnut Wood China Cabinet Hand-Inlayed with Brass and Mother-of-Pearl Artwork
Located in Cairo, EG
Walnut Wood China Cabinet Hand-Inlayed with Brass and Mother-of-Pearl Artwork. Our PEARLY IBIS china cabinet is inspired by ancient Egypt with the artwor...
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2010s Egyptian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Valentina Giovando Cupboard Wood Brass Zinc Fabric Gold Red
Located in Milano, IT
IL MORO Il Moro is a beautiful cupboard inspired to the tales of "One Thousands and One Night", an accent piece able to embellish any kitchen or dining room, both classic than conte...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Zinc

O Wall Cabinet Minimal Contemporary Limited Edition in Black and Light Grey
Located in Roma, IT
O is a contemporary limited edition wooden wall cabinet with a striking minimal design in black and light grey. The front of the cabinet has a graphical facade with a superimposed double door closure that enhances the character as a decor element for any interior. The minimal cabinet...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Modern cupboards for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern cupboards 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 cupboards created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern cupboards made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Portugal pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original cupboards, popular names associated with this style include Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors, Larissa Batista, Anna Castelli Ferrieri, and Faye Toogood. 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 cupboards differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $345 and tops out at $79,658 while the average work can sell for $9,800.

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