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Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

FEDERAL STYLE

Following the Revolutionary War, the American republic referenced the Roman Republic in its designs to celebrate its independence and declare itself a powerful new country. Imbued with neoclassical elements like those being promoted by architect Robert Adam in Great Britain, antique Federal-style furniture was the first distinctly American style in its melding of ancient influences, European aesthetics and national pride.

Dating roughly from 1790 to 1830, the style featured angular furniture with saber legs and smooth surfaces that contrasted with the curvy Rococo style that was previously in fashion. Eagles were common ornamental motifs on Federal-period furniture, as were cornucopia, lyres, garlands and scrolls, adding subtle flair to pieces characterized by clean lines, geometric symmetry, balanced shapes and a sense of grandeur.

Instead of sculptural carvings, authentic Federal-style furniture was adorned with inlays and patterned veneers that showcased the rich character of different grains and types of wood. As social life tended to be informal in the young country, furniture was often lightweight, so it could be easily rearranged in a drawing room or bedroom. Pieces like dining tables with drop leaves and sideboards became popular, replacing larger chests of drawers.

The Federal style varied by region: Artisans in Charleston, South Carolina, decorated chairs with carved backs, for instance, while those in Baltimore, Maryland, preferred painted details. Its major proponents included father-and-son cabinetmakers John and Thomas Seymour in Boston, Duncan Phyfe and Charles-Honoré Lannuier in New York and Samuel McIntire in Salem, Massachusetts.

Find antique Federal tables, mirrors, storage cabinets and other Federal furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

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Style: Federal
A Fine Inlaid Federal Sheraton Mahogany Chest, c.1820
Located in Savannah, GA
A fine inlaid federal sheraton mahogany chest of drawers, circa 1820. Six drawers with half columns and conforming top. Finely inlaid drawer fronts. Chestnut secondary wood. Po...
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1820s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Federal Style Mahogany Glazed Double Door China Bookcase Display Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Double Glazed Door China bookcase, display Cabinet. Measures 34.5" in width, 16" in depth and 70" in height.
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Early 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Philadelphia Federal Wardrobe / Armoire in West Indies Mahogany c. !820
Located in Miami, FL
An exceptional American Federal wardrobe from Philadelphia in fine West Indies mahogany. Features split cylindrical columns with elaborate acanthus-carved Corinthian capitals flanking doors with book matched, crotch-mahogany panels. The stepped ogee-style crown molding, too, is expertly book matched, along with the concave base board...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Dixie Furniture Federal Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers with Glass Top
Located in Germantown, MD
Dixie Furniture Federal Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers with protective Glass Top. Dovetail Drawers functioning flawlessly. Mea...
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Mid-20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Antique Ca. 1820 Federal Era Trompe L'oeil Painted Chest
Located in Peabody, MA
American Federal era chest of drawers in its original trompe l’oeil mustard painted finish, ca. 1820.
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1820s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Thomasville Hepplewhite Federal Inlaid Mahogany Brass Gallery Sideboard Buffet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Thomasville Hepplewhite Federal Style Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard Buffet with Brass Gallery. Item features 2 dovetailed drawers, bell flower inlay, 2 swing doors, brass gallery, origin...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Antique 19th Century Yellow Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Southampton, NJ
Late 19th c. American yellow pine chest of 4 dovetailed drawers in solid condition with working locks & key. Naturally patinated original honey finish with fully reinforced joinery,...
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19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Federal Pedestal Sideboard in Mahogany, circa 1815
Located in Miami, FL
A very long and elegant American Federal, pedestal sideboard in mahogany with mahogany inlaid bandings along the borders. Inspired by the classical architecture of ancient Greece and...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Hickory White American Masterpiece Collection Demilune Sideboard
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Hickory White American Masterpiece Collection mahogany Demi Lune Sideboard. The sideboard with cross banding, felted center silver drawer above cabinet doors flanked by opposing door...
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20th Century Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Federal Butlers Desk
Located in Bradenton, FL
Very attractive Mahogany southern Federal Butlers Desk probably mid Atlantic states around 1820-30. Large bottle drawers on either side of a nicely fi...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

American Federal Style Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The chest in fine traditional form and having good graining with decorative line inlay. Raised on four carved feet with four long drawers with brass oval pulls and key escutcheons. ...
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19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

American Federal Blanket Chest, c.1820
Located in Savannah, GA
A Federal painted blanket chest, circa 1820. 48 inches wide by 20 ½ inches deep by 26 ½ inches tall
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1820s Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique American Federal Flame Mahogany Secretary Writing Desk Gothic Bookcase
Located in Dayton, OH
A fine and impressive antique early 19th century Federal Period flame Mahogany secretary and bookcase. The bookcase features an eighteen pane Gothic arched cabinet...
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Early 19th Century Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Mahogany

Hickory Chair Federal Flame Mahogany Buffet Server or Hall Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous traditional Federal or Hepplewhite style buffet server, hall or entry table, or occasional side table By Hickory Chair, "Historical James River Plantations...
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Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Kindel Winterthur Collection Mahogany Goddard Townsend Secretary Writing Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Kindel Winterthur Collection Mahogany Goddard Townsend Blockfront Secretary Writing Desk. Made from mahogany with a high sheen finish. This exception ...
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Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Federal-Style Banded Mahogany Sideboard With Tapered Legs
Located in Elkton, MD
Federal-style mahogany sideboard features a gently bowed front and finely banded veneer work, showcasing craftsmanship from a classic American furniture tradition. It stands on taper...
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Early 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Beacon Hill Old Colony Federal Mahogany Tambour Door Secretary Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Beacon Hill Old Colony Federal Mahogany Tambour Door Secretary Desk. Item features a 3 part construction, working lock and key, flip top...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Kindel Furniture Federal Inlaid Mahogany Bow Front Sideboard
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Hepplewhite style bow front sideboard buffet or credenza By Kindel Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Mahogany, with satinwood banding and original brass hardw...
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Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Federal Mahogany Sideboard
Located in Annville, PA
An ideal sideboard for use in smaller spaces in the dining room the Federal Mahogany Sideboard is also designed to work with almost any deco...
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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Dixie Furniture Mid Century Federal Style Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Dixie Furniture Mid Century Federal Style Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers with the protective Glass top in great vintage condit...
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Mid-20th Century Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Banded Mahogany Partners Desk
Located in Annville, PA
This beautiful Banded Mahogany Partners Desk is crafted as an antique reproduction. The figural mahogany in the drawer and door panels displays a rich color and a fine grain that are...
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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Antique 19th Century Dovetail Joints Secretary Drop Front Desk w Drawers Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique 19th Century Dovetail Joints Secretary Drop Front desk w drawers dresser.
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19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Federal Style Mahogany Bedside Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
A mahogany and figured mahogany nightstand, the reeded edge bowfront top with protruding corners with leaf carved and reeded uprights, with three graduated drawers with verdigris bra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

1930's Antique Federal Duncan Phyfe Style Sideboard
Located in Burbank, CA
Antique 1930's credenza for sale. Made of mahogany in a mahogany finish, and has the original solid brass hardware. It's very solidly constructed, and in great vintage condition with...
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1930s American Vintage Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Huge Partners Desk
Located in Annville, PA
This is the Huge Partners Desk in the Niagara Furniture collection. This desk behemoth matches a number of other pieces which we produce. The fantastic solid mahogany top frame is in...
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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Huge Partners Desk
Huge Partners Desk
$5,995 / item
Very Fine Antique Secretary Bookcase with Brass Eagle Crest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Well constructed with fine mahogany veneer with Federal style brass eagle finial on a pedestal. The carved cornice with urn form finials over a carv...
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Late 19th Century Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Leather, Glass, Mahogany

19th Century American Federal Secretary, Seymour School, Boston
By John & Thomas Seymour
Located in Essex, MA
Important American Federal Period Secretary. School of John and Thomas Seymour, Boston, circa 1820. Mahogany and Mahogany Veneered Case on Pine Secondary Wood. Two Gothic Fenestra...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique American Maple Chest-On-Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The tall chest-on-chest finely crafted in maple with tiger maple drawers. The top chest has a cavetto cornice over two short drawers flanking a center short drawer with a finely carv...
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19th Century Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

1800s American Federal Mahogany Butler's Secretary Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
An early 19th Century Federal Mahogany Butler's Secretary Desk recently refinished. Measure 45.75" in width, 21" in depth and 44" in height.
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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Banded and Pencil Inlayed Mahogany Bow Front Federal Sideboard Brass Hardware
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Banded and Pencil Inlayed Mahogany Bow Front Federal Sideboard Brass Hardware
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20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Dome Shape Top Glass Shelves Two Drawer Compartment Curio Display Cabinet
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Lovely vintage curio display cabinet with glass shelves and 2 bottom drawers compartment. Has built in light.
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20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A 19th Century Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers. Measures 36" in width, 20" in depth and 34" in height.
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Late 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

American Federal Mahogany & Satinwood Butler's Desk with Paw Feet. NY, C. 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal mahogany butler's desk with a carved molded edge, three upper drawers with original brass knobs, sliding fall front interior desk with Satinwood drawers and pigeon h...
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1810s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique Federal Cherry Hepplewhite Corner Cabinet C1840
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Federal Cherry Hepplewhite Corner Cabinet C1840. Measures - 93.5"H x 43.5"W x 22.5"D. A...
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19th Century Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cherry

1940s Federal Style Brass And Inlaid Mahogany and Satinwood Sideboard
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a special piece! I love the size and inlaid details in the corners. This is a 1940s Federal style sideboard with brass gallery. The height from the floor to the serving surfa...
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Mid-20th Century North American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Federal Style Mahogany Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
A mahogany and figured mahogany veneered dresser, the reeded edge top with protruding corners and a central bowfront with leaf carved and reede...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Mahogany Credenza
Located in Annville, PA
This Mahogany Credenza matches a number of other items in the Niagara Furniture office collection. The credenza utilizes three part construction, the top and two pedestals separate f...
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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Credenza
Mahogany Credenza
$3,245 / item
Antique Circa Early 19th Century American Federal Chest on Bracket Feet
Located in Peabody, MA
Antique American Federal period chest of four drawers in cherry over bracket feet.
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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

American Federal Swirl Mahogany Butler's Desk New York, Circa 1800s
Located in Germantown, MD
An American Federal Swirl Mahogany Butler's Desk New York Circa late 18th Century to Early 19th Century , featuring three flawlessly working upper drawer, and A Abattant Door that o...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

American Federal Mahogany Hunt Board with Flanking Hinged Cupboards, Circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal mahogany hunt board with a carved molded edge one board top, single lined interior drawer over chamfered arch, flanking hinged cup...
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Early 1800s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Vintage Regency Councill Cherry Dresser
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Introduce a touch of timeless elegance and masterful craftsmanship into your home with this exquisite Vintage Regency Councill Cherry Dresser. A hallmark of American heritage furnitu...
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Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Very fine early 19th center Portsmouth, NH federal inlaid sideboard
Located in Richmond, VA
Very fine early 19th century Portsmouth, NH federal inlaid sideboard. Impressive inlays , fine quality crotch veneers, inlaid turrets with sand shading, beautifully turned legs. Pr...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Baker Furniture Federal Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard or Buffet Server
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Hepplewhite style sideboard, buffet server, or console By Baker Furniture USA, Late 20th Century Flame mahogany, with inlaid satinwood banding and marquetry,...
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Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Federal Style Carved Mahogany Mirrored Display Cabinet by Pulaski, 20th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Federal style display case by Pulaski offers mahogany construction with broken arch crest having central carved finial over case having double glass doors opening to shelved and mi...
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20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany, Glass, Mirror

Rare Antique Federal American Mahogany Secretary Writing Desk Gothic Bookcase
Located in Dayton, OH
A fine and impressive Federal Period Mahogany secretary and bookcase, circa 1830s. The bookcase features an eighteen pane gothic arched cabinet fro...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Mahogany

Federal Mahogany Locking Chest of Drawers, Circa Early 1800s
Located in Germantown, MD
A late 18th Century to Early 19th Century Federal Mahogany Locking Chest of Drawers. 1st, 2nd and 4th drawers have functional locks with keys. Me...
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Late 18th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

BAKER Bow Front Banded Top & 4 Drawers Pull Out Desk Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
BAKER Bow Front Banded Top & 4 Drawers Pull Out Desk Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT!
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20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Large Vintage Federal Style Vintage Mahogany Sideboard Buffet with Tapered Legs
Located in Elkton, MD
Vintage mahogany inlaid tapered leg buffet with original finish and gorgeous brass details, dovetail construction.
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Early 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

American Federal Chest of Drawers in West Indies Mahogany, Baltimore, circa 1835
Located in Miami, FL
From the Federal period, a very beautiful American Neoclassical chest of drawers in fine West Indies mahogany with two overhanging small drawers supported by turned and reeded column...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Kindel Furniture Federal Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard Credenza With Brass Gallery
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Hepplewhite or Federal style sideboard, buffet, or credenza By Kindel Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Mahogany, with satinwood inlay, and original brass hardware and gallery...
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1980s American Vintage Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Federal Mahogany and Birch Inlaid Secretary/Desk sq
Located in Water Mill, NY
Federal Mahogany and Birch inlaid secretary/desk with contrasting veneers and bone pulls.
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1790s American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Mahogany

Late American Federal Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
This timeless and elegant statement chest of drawers has been meticulously crafted, embodying the refined artistry of the late Federal period, which followed the American War of Independence. What sets this period apart is the regional variation in techniques and the prominence of local craftsmen, each bringing unique touches to their work. Despite these regional differences, Federal period furniture...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Large Mahogany Secretary Desk
Located in Annville, PA
Inspired by an antique desk and bookcase this Large Mahogany Secretary Desk from Niagara Furniture is impressive in both it’s design and scal...
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2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Antique Federal Style Flame Mahogany Display China Cabinet By Councill
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Federal Style Flame Mahogany Display China Cabinet by Councill This carved, banded, and flame mahogany cabinet is manufactured by Councill Furniture. It features two glass a...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

MINT Brass Gallery Crotch Mahogany Serpentine Front Federal Sideboard Thomasvill
Located in Rockaway, NJ
MINT Brass Gallery Crotch Mahogany Serpentine Front Federal Sideboard Thomasville
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20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Baker Furniture Federal Inlaid Cherry Wood Sideboard Credenza
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Hepplewhite or Federal style sideboard, credenza, or buffet server By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection USA, Late 20th Century Cherry wood, with inlaid map...
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Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cherry, Maple

Travis Court Collection Drexel Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, TX
Travis Court Drexel buffet Georgian style mahogany buffet cabinet featuring 3 drawers and shelving below. Brass pulls. Measures: 36" Width x 18" De...
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1960s North American Vintage Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Baker Furniture Federal Inlaid Mahogany Demilune Sideboard, Newly Restored
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Federal or Hepplewhite style demilune cabinet or sideboard By Baker Furniture USA, circa 1980s Mahogany, with satinwood string inlay, original brass hardware, and felt...
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1980s American Vintage Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

American Federal Style Mahogany Inlaid Decorated Credenzas / Sideboard
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your dining area with this Beautiful Mahogany Wood Server, exquisitely crafted in the American Federal style. This server is not just a functional piece; it's a work of art, ...
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Early 20th Century North American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Saginaw Vintage Expandable Pullout Buffet Table
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on "Read More About This Item" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all...
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1950s Vintage Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Federal case pieces and storage cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Federal 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, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, mahogany and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Federal case pieces and storage cabinets made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and 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 Baker Furniture Company, Drexel, Biggs Furniture, and Henredon. 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 $550 and tops out at $115,000 while the average work can sell for $3,800.

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