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British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

BRITISH COLONIAL STYLE

Typically made of mahogany, teak or bamboo and featuring a range of fabrics and prints with botanical patterns, antique British Colonial furniture and decor varies as it involved local materials and techniques and spanned centuries of design styles.

As the British Empire expanded from the 16th to the 20th century, its conquest and control of colonies around the world bolstered its wealth through the extraction of resources. Including colonies in the Americas, Africa, Asia and Australasia, this spread of often violent subjugation imposed British culture, language and faith on Indigenous peoples. The design of homes was included in this expression of imperial power, with government officials, merchants and military officers creating homes mimicking the luxuries they were used to in England.

Local artisans were commissioned to replicate British designs, resulting in versions of Regency, Chippendale, Sheraton and other styles of furniture being crafted from mahogany, rosewood, ebony and teakwood as opposed to beech and oak, which were more common in Europe. Whereas the colonial furniture for the Portuguese and Dutch regularly had motifs of indigenous flora and fauna, the British tended to want more exact reproductions of their home country’s designs.

To escape the summer heat in places such as India and the Caribbean, British colonizers relocated to airy houses in the hills or plantations, leading to foldable chairs and collapsible desks in the style of military campaign furniture. Rather than upholstery as they might have in Europe, chairs and sofas in the British Colonial style had rattan and cane seating for these higher temperature climates. The contrast between the light textiles and the dark colors of the sturdy furniture became a defining aesthetic of British Colonial interiors.

Find a collection of antique British Colonial outdoor furniture, seating, bedroom furniture, decorative objects and other items on 1stDibs.

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Style: British Colonial
Anglo Indian British Colonial Style Sheesham Blanket Trunk Chest Coffee Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 20th century British Colonial style Sheesham wood blanket storage chest or coffee table. Features a beautiful two tone finish with iron hardware. Dimensions: 16" x 24" x 16"h
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Late 20th Century British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood

Antique British Colonial Four Tiered Etagere
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome 19th century British colonial etagere handcrafted in mahogany with finials at the top over four tiers with galleries and classic turn...
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19th Century English Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Porcelain, Mahogany

Baker Furniture English Regency Carved Rosewood Étagère, Bookcase, or Wall Unit
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Regency style etagère, bookcase, wall unit, or room divider By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Gorgeous carved rosewood, with original brass hardware. Mea...
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1960s American Vintage British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

WWII British Military Antique Vintage Wicker Pannier Basket Hamper
Located in Stockbridge, GB
WWII British Military Antique Wicker Pannier Basket Hamper This original World War II mule pannier basket is constructed from wicker with a zinc-lined interior. The top is covered i...
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Early 20th Century British British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wicker

Vintage British Colonial Style Bamboo and Grasscloth Serving Bar
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout mid century serving bar handcrafted with a mahogany top over a bamboo and bent bamboo frame having grasscloth woven in a herringbone pattern on the sides and front. The back...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Grasscloth, Bamboo

Vintage British Colonial Style Bamboo and Cane Sideboard
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A very nice sideboard consisting of a bamboo frame with cane clad panels. Features four doors, each set revealing shelves. On the left is one adjustable shelf, and the right side has...
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1980s Philippine Vintage British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bamboo, Cane

British Colonial Style Burnt Tortoise Bamboo and Grass Cloth Desk Set
Located in Southampton, NJ
Midcentury burnt tortoise bamboo and grass cloth desk with British Colonial design elements featuring two glove boxes, two drawers, elegant splay...
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20th Century Philippine British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Upholstery, Bamboo, Cane, Raffia, Rattan

Vintage Bamboo Chest with Greek Key Design
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage bamboo chest with Greek key design. This versatile mid-century bamboo chest, side table, end table or bedside table has style and storage ...
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1950s Vintage British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bamboo

Vintage British Colonial Style Faux Luggage Leather Top Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive British Colonial style desk crafted in mahogany in a three piece construction with a tooled leather top featuring burnished brass hardware, leather strap pulls on the thre...
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20th Century Vietnamese British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique 19th C Ceylonese British Colonial Satin Wood and Ebony Cabinet
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 19th C Ceylonese British Colonial Satin Wood and Ebony Cabinet.
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Mid-19th Century British Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ebony

19th Century English Campaign Marine Chest of Drawers in Mahogany
Located in NICE, FR
This stunning mahogany chest of drawers model was originally used by the British navy. It features charming typical campaign handles as well two carrying handles on both its sides. ...
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19th Century British Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

British Colonial Style Tortoiseshell Bamboo & Rattan Diminutive Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
British Colonial Style Tortoiseshell Bamboo and Rattan Diminutive Chest  Europe, Later 20th Century  A stunning British Colonial-style diminutive chest of drawers, wrapped in rattan...
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Late 20th Century European British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bamboo, Rattan, Reed, Willow

Robert Lighton British Khaki Teak Armoire Wardrobe Cabinet Silk Curtains 92"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Robert Lighton British Khaki X armoire / wardrobe / TV console / cabinet. Made of teak featuring dark ebonized finish with double jointed doors ...
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Late 20th Century British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Campaign-Style Chest by Beacon Hill Collection
Located in Norwood, NJ
A finely crafted campaign-style chest by the Beacon Hill Collection, circa 1960s–70s. Made in three stacking sections, this piece draws inspiration from 19th-century British military...
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Early 20th Century English British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

20th Century Ebony British Colonial Two-Door Display Cabinet
Located in San Marino, CA
A 20th century British Colonial solid ebony two-door display cabinet, from Sri Lanka.
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20th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Ebony

Vintage Mahogany Wall Shelf Display
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant light British colonial style mahogany wall etagere display.
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1960s American Vintage British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Antique British Colonial Campaign Chest on Cabinet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome 18th century British Colonial chest with a beaded cornice over three drawers with campaign hardware in the top of the case and ...
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18th Century English Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood

Vintage British Colonial Faux Bamboo & Grasscloth Desk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stylish 20th century British Colonial style writing desk featuring a faux bamboo wood frame with rich tortoiseshell finish and woven grasscloth panels. The upper gallery includes f...
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20th Century Unknown British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Grasscloth, Faux Bamboo

British Colonial Style Faux Bamboo Etagere
Located in Southampton, NJ
A Faux bamboo British Colonial style etagere with mirror detailing, fixed interior shelves behind two glass doors; enhanced with green grasscloth interior. Multifunctional for storag...
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Late 20th Century American British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Grasscloth, Faux Bamboo, Glass

Maitland-Smith Vintage Two Door Faux Bamboo and Lacquer Cabinet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout mid century British colonial style handcrafted cabinet featuring a faux burnt bamboo frame with a bow front form, jungle camouflage lacquer panels, stick and fist hardware a...
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Mid-20th Century Philippine British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Faux Bamboo

Antique English Georgian Style Leather Top Partners Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome British Colonial 19th century English Georgian style partners desk handcrafted in mahogany in three piece construction featuring a tooled leather top, six drawers and a cabi...
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Late 19th Century English Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Teak Museum Vitrine Cabinet
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A teak museum vitrine cabinet, in excellent condition. This generously sized cabinet features glass panels on all sides, three front doors, and glass shelving inside.
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19th Century Indian Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Teak

Mother of Pearl French Colonial Vietnamese 2-Door Cabinet
Located in San Marino, CA
A solid rosewood cabinet with the front richly inlaid with mother of pearl depicting birds and a delicate floral motif. Made in Vietnam for the export market. The two doors open to r...
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20th Century Vietnamese British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mother-of-Pearl, Rosewood

Early 20th-C. British Colonial Heavily Carved Oak Sideboard / Server
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Love this piece! This is an early 20th century heavily carved oak British colonial server. The apron has stand out detail with it’s plethera of carved lion busts...
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Early 20th Century English British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Antique British Colonial Campaign Chest with Pullout Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive 19th century campaign chest with seven drawers handcrafted in camphor wood and featuring a pullout desk with nooks, drawers and a leather writi...
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19th Century Chinese Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Faux Bamboo Three Drawer Lacquered Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Lots of detail on this very sturdy chest of drawers. This three drawer faux bamboo chest has been freshly lacquered in a coastal shade of blue. Very versatile piece that could be use...
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21st Century and Contemporary European British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Teak Museum Display Cabinet
Located in West Hollywood, CA
A gorgeous teak museum display cabinet featuring glass panels on the sides and a pair of sliding glazed doors at the front. The cabinet has a wooden back panel and sturdy shelves in...
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19th Century Indian Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Turn of the Century English Hotel Front Desk Mail Cabinet
Located in North Miami, FL
This whimsical curiosity cabinet from an English Hotel, used for guests to receive their mail. Roman numerals on enamel tags to windowed doors. The wood is lovely aged and the cabi...
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Early 20th Century English British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Enamel

19th Century English Open Library Caddy, Bookshelf
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century English Open Library Caddy ~ Bookshelf is a charming piece that can serve in a variety of roles throughout the home! Originally designed to b...
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1890s English Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Sycamore

Baker Furniture 18th Century Flemish Style Mahogany Triple Dresser, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous 18th century Flemish reproduction chest of drawers, dresser, or buffet server By Baker Furniture USA, mid-20th century ...
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Mid-20th Century American British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Ceylonese British Colonial Style Satinwood Ebony Mahogany Hutch Cupboard Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Ceylonese British Colonial Style Satinwood Ebony Mahogany Hutch Cupboard Cabinet. Item features beautiful satinwood, ebony, and mahogany wood, 3 dovetail constructed drawers,...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood

Maitland-Smith Vintage British Colonial Style Bar Cabinet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive mid century bar cabinet featuring an upper case crafted in coconut shell with two doors having bronze elephant head handles and an illuminated interior lined in mahogany w...
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Late 20th Century Philippine British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

Large 19th century Burmese colonial haberdashery cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large 19th century Burmese colonial haberdashery cabinet circa 1880. Here we offer a fine example of where English regency style furniture...
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Late 19th Century Burmese Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Hardwood

Colonial Rosewood Carved Hutch Linen Cabinet with Barley Twist Columns
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Uncompromisingly hand-crafted Colonial cabinet with barley twist columns and removable shelves Circa 1880-90. Constructed from solid Rosewood and sitting on bun feet framed by hand c...
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

Antique British Colonial Leather Top Partners Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome British Colonial partners desk hand crafted in mahogany with a brown tooled leather top, two drawers on either side and elegant turned legs on brass casters.
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Early 20th Century English British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Faux Bamboo Cane And Brass Handled Sideboard by American of Martinsville
Located in Reading, Berkshire
American of Martinsville Bergere and Faux Bamboo Sideboard With Cane sectional fronts and brass handles. Founded in 1906, American of Martinsvil...
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20th Century American British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Early 20th Century Burmese Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A four-drawer chest in teak wood from old Burma, now Myanmar. Early 20th Century, circa 1925. Dark finish. Two small drawers, two large. Original brass handles.
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1920s Burmese Vintage British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Victorian Pine and Iron Bound Sea Chest, Iron Bound Silver chest
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A large Victorian pine and iron bound sea or silver chest. This the heaviest and best quality box that you can imagine, it has heavy iron banding on the outside, a superb and lar...
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Mid-19th Century Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Bamboo and Cane British Colonial Style Dresser or Chest
Located in Bellport, NY
A tall bamboo and cane five-drawer dresser. All drawers pull out on metal rails for easy use. Handcrafted in Spain. Two small top drawers and three large drawers, good storage.   
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bamboo, Cane

19th Century English Cupboard
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century English Cupboard boasts a stately yet rustic presence, ideal for the casual decor. The shallow design coupled with the mitered front corners makes it exceptionally traffic-friendly for efficient floor plans. Designed to hold just-washed pots...
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1880s English Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Early 20th C. Rawleys Brass and Leather Bound On Canvas Wardrobe Trunk
Located in Germantown, MD
A well kepth Late 19th Century to Early 20th Century Rawleys Brass and Leather Bound On Canvas rolling Wardrobe Trunk in great antique condition. Solid brass fitting throughout, har...
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Early 20th Century Unknown British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

19th Century Anglo Indian Cupboard
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Late 19th Century Anglo Indian teak cupboard. In two parts with two doors above two, with the original inlaid slides in the top. Intricately inlaid with bone and ebony.
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1880s Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

British Colonial Carved Claw Foot China Cabinet
Located in Countryside, IL
British Colonial Carved Claw Foot China Cabinet This china cabinet measures: 62.5 wide x 19 deep x 66.75 inches high We take our photos in a ...
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1980s American Vintage British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

Antique English Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome 19th century British colonial five drawer campaign chest handcrafted in mahogany with dramatic grains, brass hardware, and classic bracket feet.
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19th Century English Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

20th Century British Colonial Bookcase with Bottom Storage
Located in Chicago, IL
This impressively-scaled book cabinet was made from solid Teak wood and dates to the 1940's. During the late British empire in India and Burma much furniture was made in the Art Deco...
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Early 20th Century Burmese British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

British Colonial Grass Cloth and Faux Bamboo Three-Tiered Cabinet and Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
British Colonial style three-tiered cabinet desk with a gallery at the top over three step down compartments covered with grass cloth and framed with faux bamboo. The upper and lower...
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20th Century Philippine British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Faux Bamboo

Vintage Welsh Cupboard ~ Sideboard
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Welsh Cupboard ~ Sideboard is a clever design originating in what is now called the UK, providing means to store cups, saucers and linens, while displaying some of the family...
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Mid-20th Century English British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Bamboo and Grasscloth Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Gentlemen's chest of eight drawers with a casual elegance and featuring a bamboo frame, grasscloth panels, stylized sunrise designs on the sides and splayed legs.
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20th Century Philippine British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Grasscloth, Bamboo

English Fall-Front Secretary Desk in Carved Oak, Circa 1800
Located in North Miami, FL
This piece just took our breath away - all the carved wood details and medallions are master craftsman quality. See all detail images to truly appreciate what an excellent antique pi...
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Early 19th Century English Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

British Colonial Secretary Cabinet from Indonesia
Located in New York, NY
A tall Indonesian antique secretary with twin glass panel doors, mid-19th century. British Colonial style. Polychromed teak wood in two tones of red, plus gilt accents. Three shel...
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Late 19th Century Indonesian Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

19th Century Ebonized Jackwood British Colonial Box on Stand from British Ceylon
Located in Richmond, VA
19th century ebonized jackwood British Colonial box on stand from British Ceylon (Modern day Sri Lanka). Two part box on Stand is made of Jackwood with eb...
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19th Century British Indian Ocean Territory Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

19th Century Sri Lankan Trunk with Ebony Trim
Located in San Marino, CA
A 19th century Sri Lankan Trunk made of jakwood with ebony trim. Bright hardware and handles on squat feet.
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19th Century Sri Lankan Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ebony

British Colonial Teak Wood Display Counter
Located in Chicago, IL
This teak wood display counter was once found in a retail store in Rangoon, Burma. It dates to the early 20th century, c. 1910. During the colonial era, business boomed throughout w...
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20th Century Burmese British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Teak

Vintage Boho Bamboo Hall Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with worldly charm and organic texture with this delightful vintage bamboo etagere. Expertly crafted with a classic faux bamboo frame, this shelving unit features e...
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Early 20th Century American British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bamboo

pair of chests of drawers, natural fibers, Signed Kreiss
Located in Nice, FR
Pair of high quality chests of drawers with a warm and timeless appearance. They could be combined with rattan, brass or natural wood elements for a harmonious look. They would be a ...
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1970s American Vintage British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Natural Fiber

Antique British Colonial Three Tiered Stand or Etagere
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome English 19th century stand, crafted in mahogany having three tiers with turned finials at the top, on classic turned supports and brass casters.
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19th Century English Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Vintage Teakwood Low Bookcase / Display Cabinet with Sliding Glass Doors
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage teakwood low bookcase / display cabinet with sliding glass doors This vintage teak bookcase or display cabinet was handmade i...
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Late 20th Century American British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Teak

English Style Dresser – Solid Indian Teak Wood with Brass Inlay-
Located in Queens, NY
Handcrafted Indian Teak Dresser with Brass Inlay This refined dresser is crafted from solid Indian teak wood, known for its rich grain, strength, and ...
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Early 2000s American British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

British Colonial Style Faux Bamboo and Leather Bookcase
Located in Palm Beach, FL
British colonial style bookcase or etagere featuring a faux bamboo frame, tooled leather panels on the sides, shelves, and drawer fronts having classic lion head hardware...
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20th Century Philippine British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Faux Bamboo

19th Century British Colonial Ceylonese Satinwood and Ebony Cabinet
Located in San Marino, CA
Early 19th century British Colonial cabinet of wide-paneled and figured solid satinwood with solid ebony trim. Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is one of the few places in the wo...
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19th Century Sri Lankan Antique British Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ebony, Satinwood

British Colonial case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique British Colonial case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 British Colonial case pieces and storage cabinets made in a specific country, there are Asia, Philippines, and Southeast Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original case pieces and storage cabinets, popular names associated with this style include Bloomingdale's, Maitland Smith, Baker Furniture Company, and American of Martinsville. 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 case pieces and storage cabinets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $2,200 and tops out at $12,600 while the average work can sell for $9,900.

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