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Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

CLASSICAL ROMAN STYLE

During Mount Vesuvius’ eruption in 79 A.D., Pompeii and Herculaneum in today’s Italy were preserved as they were on the day of their destruction. Particularly at Herculaneum, furnishings were carbonized beneath volcanic ash. This was pivotal to understanding how Classical Roman furniture was designed. Archaeological investigations and printed reproductions of discoveries would influence styles evoking this ancient civilization, from the Renaissance to neoclassicism.

While knowledge of Classical Roman furniture comes from rare surviving pieces, it is also derived from frescoes and sculptures portraying Roman life. Much of Roman art, architecture and design was informed by Greece — Roman architect, military engineer and writer Marcus Vitruvius Pollio, whose timeless De architectura is taught in contemporary architecture classes and pays tribute to classical architecture, visited Greece while working under Julius Caesar and admired the country’s architectural developments. The Roman solium references the Greek thronos, a stately chair of honor with an upright form and footstool. As the Roman Empire spread across Europe and into North Africa and Western Asia, the expansion of trade for silver, silk, marble and wood allowed for more luxurious designs.

Classical Roman furniture was made from bronze, wood and stone — in particular, marble — with ornate touches like tortoiseshell veneers, bone and glass inlays and claw feet. Ornaments depicting lion heads and mythological figures were sculpted from silver, bronze and ivory. Compared to the decorative attention given to the mosaic floors and wall paintings, however, furniture for even a wealthy house was minimal. It focused on the necessities for guests arriving for both socializing and business and the rooms housing family, relatives and enslaved people.

The triclinium dining room had banquet couches, items so prized they were sometimes interred with the deceased. Tall bronze or terracotta candelabras held oil lamps for lighting. Carved marble tables reflected status, while the lararium home shrine demonstrated faith.

Find a collection of Classical Roman decorative objects, tables, seating and other furniture on 1stDibs.

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Style: Classical Roman
Large Antique Wooden English Book Carousel with Cast Iron Base
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A fantastic addition for every book and interior enthusiast! This large and luxurious antique English book carousel features a cast iron base and is moun...
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19th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Antique Late 19th-Century Counter / Sideboard / Display Table with a Drawer
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A unique opportunity for true antique enthusiasts! This fantastic antique piece is a real eye-catcher and fits effortlessly into both classic and modern interiors. It also makes a pe...
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Late 19th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique English Oak Food Cupboard from the Late 18th / Early 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this very beautiful antique English oak food cupboard / pantry cabinet from the late 18th / early 19th century. What do we mean when we talk about timeless antiques?...
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Late 18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Oak

Antique Oak Secretary Desk / Chest of Drawers – Late 18th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here this beautiful large antique oak secretary desk / chest of drawers / bureau with burl walnut veneer from the late 18th century....
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Late 18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Oak, Walnut

Antique 17th-Century Chest/Bench with Wood Carvings and an Original Working Lock
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This exquisite and unique piece can easily be placed in almost any interior and space. It can serve as a sideboard, a bench, or a storage chest—no matter how you use it, it will comp...
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17th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique English Oak Secretary / Chest of Drawers
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this timeless and charming antique English oak secretary / chest of drawers with a beautiful interior. With this versatile piece, yo...
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19th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Oak

Antique Oak English Cabinet from the 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A unique piece for collectors and enthusiasts! This stunning antique English filing cabinet is crafted from oak and dates back to the mid-19th cen...
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19th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Concrete Bookshelves Fir Green Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Mod.I Concrete Bookshelf Beige Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Mod.I Concrete Bookshelf Green Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

Antique English Chest of Drawers from the 18th Century with 3 Drawers
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this uniquely beautiful antique English chest of drawers from the 18th century, featuring three drawers and its original hardware. This stunning antique piece from En...
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18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Original Antique English 18th Century Chest of Drawers with 5 Drawers
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this beautiful original antique English 18th-century chest of drawers, featuring five drawers and lovely details. This stunning antique English chest dates back to ...
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18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique English Buffet / Bookcase from the Early 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this excellent antique English buffet / bookcase from the early 19th century. This beautiful cabinet, originating from England or Wales, dates back to the early 180...
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Early 19th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

Great and Unique Large Antique English Oak Library Book Carousel
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This amazing oak antique book carousel once stood in a library and, as seen in the photos, has numbered sections. It blends effortlessly into almost any ...
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19th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Luxurious Antique English Wooden Book Carousel on Wheels – Late 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This charming English antique book carousel fits seamlessly into almost any interior, whether at home or in an office setting. It offers the perfect styl...
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Late 19th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Very Beautiful Large Antique English Oak Book Carousel on Original Wheels
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This stunning antique English book carousel is made of oak and is the perfect addition for any book and interior enthusiast! It fits seamlessly into almo...
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19th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique English Chest of Drawers / Chest-on-Chest from the 18th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this uncommon classic low antique English chest of drawers, also known as a chest-on-chest, from the 18th century. This beautiful antique English oak chest consists o...
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18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique 18th-Century English Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this beautiful antique 18th-century English oak chest of drawers with original details. This stunning antique English chest, crafted from oak in the 18th century, mak...
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18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Early Georgian English Antique Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this English antique and elegant early Georgian oak chest of drawers with unique inlay made from various wood types. This exceptional antique oak chest of drawers is without...
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18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Oak

Antique English double-based oak side table / sideboard
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this beautiful antique English double-based oak side table / sideboard with a classic base. This stunning antique side table / sideboard, made of oak, is a true showpiece fo...
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19th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Oak

English antique oak chest of drawers with 5 drawers from the 18th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered: this beautiful, large English antique oak chest of drawers/commode with 5 drawers from the 18th century. This fantastic large antique English oak chest is fitted with its or...
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18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Oak

Antique English Buffet / Book Cabinet from the Early 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this very beautiful restored antique English buffet / china cabinet / bookcase from the early 19th century. This stunning, timeless English cabinet dates from the early 1...
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Early 19th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique English Chest of Drawers from the 18th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this charming antique English chest of drawers from the 18th century, featuring unique paneling and original bun feet. This beautiful antique oak chest of drawers is undou...
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18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

18th-Century English Antique Sideboard / Mule Chest
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stunning, characterful 18th-century English antique sideboard, also known as a “mule chest.” This exceptional 18th-century English piece is a true mule chest—a...
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18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique 18th-Century English Chest of Drawers with Brushing Slide
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this stunning antique English chest of drawers, also known as a dressing chest, from the 18th century — complete with a brushing slide. In our view, no interior is tr...
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18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique 18th-Century English Oak Chest of Drawers / Commode with 5 Drawers
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this beautiful antique English oak chest of drawers from the 18th century, featuring original bun feet and five drawers. In our opinion, no interior should be without...
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18th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Concrete Bookshelves Yellow Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Fusto Bookshelf II is part of a collection of modular system in ultra high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Each item is hand treated and is protected with water repellent products to reduce the absorption of oily substances and to minimise the making of stains. Fusto is the series that introduces the new design approach. As in classical architecture, Fusto is the column that holds tables, consoles, bookcases and pedestals. Volumes and proportions are integrated in a timeless geometry, enriched with facets that make the colour vibrate in a game of lights and shadows. Fusto is eternal architecture. Designer: Marialaura Rossiello, Studio Irvine...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Mod.I Concrete Bookshelf Blue Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

Antique octagonal open free standing bookcase in partridge wood
Located in Sherborne, GB
William 4th open free standing bookcase in octagonal form made from partridge wood veneer with cross grain moulded top resting on a cevetto moulding with applied brass decoration the...
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Early 19th Century English Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cedar

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Mod.I Concrete Bookshelf Grey Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

21st Century Studioirvine Fusto Bookcase Concrete Bookshelves Ultramarine Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

Early 19th Century Credenza Sideboard of Church, Larch, Restored Polished to Wax
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Sculptural sideboard in solid larch from the early 19th century. With two doors with musical organ decoration, squared and side slabs, with an internal s...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Concrete Bookshelves Ink Grey Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Concrete Bookshelves Silver Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Concrete

21st Century, Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Concrete Bookshelves Brown Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
Category

2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Concrete

21st Century, Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Mod.i Concrete Bookshelf Ink Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

Antique English Display Cabinet with Lighting – Late 19th Century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered here is this beautiful and rare antique English display cabinet/shop display with built-in lighting, dating from the late 19th century. A perfect addition for any antique e...
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Late 19th Century Antique Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

21st Century, Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Mod.i Concrete Bookshelf Brown Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Concrete

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Mod.I Concrete Bookshelf Cream Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Concrete

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Concrete Bookshelves Powder Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Concrete Bookshelves Brick Red Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Bookcase Mod.I Concrete Bookshelf Red Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Bookcase part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in eight different co...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Concrete

UNIQUE EXQUISITE VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY ROMAN LOOKiNG SYCAMORE CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite original Viscount David Linley very large chest of drawers custom made for Gary Ba...
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20th Century English Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak, Sycamore

Classical Roman case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Classical Roman case pieces and storage 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 case pieces and storage cabinets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with stone, cast stone and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Classical Roman case pieces and storage cabinets made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Portugal pieces for sale on 1stDibs. 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 $1,200 and tops out at $14,601 while the average work can sell for $11,098.

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