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Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
COOPER sideboard Available Now
Located in Frazão, Porto
COOPER sideboard: STOCK UNIT - Available for immediate delivery The straight-lines COOPER sideboard was designed for modern and sophisticated interior design spaces. The embracing w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

C. 1941 Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller Paldao Burled Acacia Speaker Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Paldao Burled-Acacia Speaker Cabinet, designed by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller in 1941. This example dates to the same time. It was produced in the USA, and was featured...
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1940s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Brushed steel sideboard, Lodovico Acerbis, 1970s
Located in PARIS, FR
Large sideboard or buffet in brushed steel by Lodovico Acerbis, 1970s, Italy. Features two doors opening to a glass shelf and a central block with four drawers. The back, interior co...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Italian modern modular chest of drawers 4964 by Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern modular glossy black chest of drawers 4964 by Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell, 1970s Modular chest of drawers or shoe rack model 4964, with a rectangular base with rounded c...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Italian modern modular chest of drawers 4964 by Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern modular glossy and bright yellow chest of drawers 4964 by Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell, 1970s Modular chest of drawers model 4964, with a rectangular base with rounded co...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Jean Michel Wilmotte Two Drawer Palmer Chest in Cerused Oak with Brass Knobs
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Just in from France is this iconic Jean Michel Wilmotte Palmer chest made of cerused oak. Trained in both architecture and interior design, Jean Michel Wilmotte is one of France's mo...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Italian modern bookcase with brown wood slats structure and glass shelves, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern bookcase with brown wood slats structure and glass shelves, 1970s Elongated bookcase with two bays. The structure is made of square-section wooden strips, and is paint...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

Karl Springer Pair of Petite Hand-Lacquered Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An exceptional and possibly unique pair of Karl Springer commodes with inset glass tops over three rounded drawers on an inset plinth. What sets this set apart is the beautiful hand...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Lacquer

1960s Florence Knoll Walnut 5-Drawer Dresser with Marble Top, Model 326 2
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll Walnut 5-drawer dresser, model 326-2, designed by Florence Knoll in 1960 for Knoll International. This example dates to the 1960s. The chest features a highl...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Aluminum, Steel

1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet Series Three-Door Cabinet Bar
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Three-Door Basic Cabinet Series bar in walnut, initially designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1946. This particular piece was produced ca.1950. Three cabinet door...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1960s Florence Knoll Walnut Credenza with Leather Pulls and Walnut Legs
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large Walnut Credenza, designed by Florence Knoll in the 1960s. It has four sliding doors and leather pulls. This piece came from headquarters of Philco Corp, an electronic...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1960s Florence Knoll Four Drawer Walnut Dresser Cabinet with Laminate Top
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll Walnut 4-drawer dresser, model 325, designed by Florence in 1960 for Knoll International. This example dates to the 1960s. The chest is comprised of a walnut...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Laminate, Walnut

1960s Florence Knoll Executive Desk in Walnut and Chrome
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Small Executive Desk, model 502B-BWM, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates in 1952. This example dates to the 1960s. The doors, sides, and back are constructed w...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

1960s Florence Knoll Rosewood 3-Drawer Dresser Cabinet with Marble Top
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Three-Drawer Dresser, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in 1958. This example dates to the 1960s and features a rich Brazilian rosewood veneer. The wooden ...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1990 Thomas Moser Library Desk in Solid Cherry Hardwood 48x37 in
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Library Desk, designed by Thomas Moser and produced by Thos. Moser Cabinetmakers based in Auburn, Maine. This piece dates back to 1990. This desk is comprised of cherry woo...
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Early 2000s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood, Cherry

1970s Jack Cartwright for Founders Rosewood and Chrome Credenza / Sideboard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an impressive large book matched Rosewood Credenza, designed by American designer Jack Cartwright for Founders Furniture in 1970. It offers quite a bit of storage, featuring ...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

C. 1960s Florence Knoll Rosewood and Marble Credenza / Cabinet 37 inch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original 1960s Florence Knoll Two-Position Credenza, initially designed by Florence Knoll in 1958. It has a case composed of Brazilian Rosewood, and has a top in white and...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Steel

1981 Florence Knoll Two-Position Credenza / Cabinet in Oak and Marble
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll Two-Position Credenza, initially designed by Florence Knoll in 1958. This particular example came from the IBM Headquarters and was produced in 1981. It has ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Steel

C. 1961 George Nelson for Herman Miller 55 inch Walnut Credenza Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Large Walnut Credenza, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in the late 1950s. This particular piece dates to circa 1961. It features a steel frame with a walnut ven...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Fascinating convertible modular drawer high- or sideboard no.213 by Bernini
Located in Munich, DE
Absolute amazing side - or highboard by the masters of transformation design - the famous italien company bernini. drawers can be changed in position and the wheels can also be chang...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Low Cabinet
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Luuk van den Broek makes this piece “made to order” also other colors (custom) options like the dark mustard are available. Lead time 6-8 weeks. The multi layerd coating electroplat...
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2010s Dutch Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Italian modern welded glass and mirror display with three shelves, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern welded glass and mirror display with three shelves, 1980s Small transparent glass display case with mirrored background. The upper part is semicircular, the structure ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Suvretta Bookcase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano
Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie
“Suvretta” is a Romansh word (language spoken in Engadine) that means: “above the small forest”. Like rows of overlapping trees, the books placed on the green shelves of Suvretta tak...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Laminate, Wood, Plywood, Scrap Wood

2000s USM Haller Credenza / Cabinet Unit 2x3 Chrome & Steel Blue 90x30x20 inches
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a used 2x3 USM Haller Unit in steel blue. Some of the hidden inside panels are black, however, the entire exterior is matching in steel blue. Three of the bottom d...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

2000s USM Haller Blue 14x60x30 in E2 Credenza / Cabinet with 4-doors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a USM Haller E2 credenza, originally designed by Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. This particular unit was produced by USM in Switzerland in the 2000s. The credenza is...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1970 Jens Risom Designs Double Pedestal Executive Desk in Walnut Made in Denmark
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a large Double Pedestal Executive Desk in Walnut, designed by Jens Risom for Risom Designs Inc. in the 1960s. This example dates to ca. 1970 and has been recently refinished....
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1953 ESU 240-N Shelving Unit by Charles & Ray Eames for Herman Miller w/ Walnut
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an original 1953 ESU 240-N Shelving Unit designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1949. This unit dates to 1953 and will be accompanied by its original receipt ...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Enamel, Steel, Chrome

Danish Rosewood Cabinet By C.B. Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century rosewood cabinet manufactured by CB Hansen. Adjustable shelves to accommodate an array of items.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

Maison Regain Chest of Drawers with Leather Handles
Located in Brussels, BE
This commode made in Belgium in the late sixties by Maison Regain is designed with horizontal lines and curved edge that offer a sleek and timeless form. The leather handles add a to...
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1960s Belgian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Leather, Beech

1970s Jack Cartwright for Founders Six Drawer Walnut Credenza / Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Walnut Six Drawer Credenza Dresser, designed by Jack Cartwright for Founders Furniture in 1970. It has a case of walnut and features six wide drawers that have Dovetail Joi...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1975 George Nelson for Herman Miller Action Office II Series Roll-Top Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Herman Miller Action Office II Series roll-top desk, designed by George Nelson in 1965. This example dates to 1975 and is dated as such. The piece features a rich walnut-ve...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

1960s Jack Cartwright for Founders 12-Drawer Walnut Dresser, Freshly Refinished
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Walnut twelve drawer low Dresser, designed by Jack Cartwright for Founders Furniture in 1965. It has a case of walnut and features twelve drawers that have Dovetail Joints....
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1960s Jack Cartwright for Founders Six Drawer Walnut Highboy Dresser Refinished
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Walnut Six Drawer Highboy Dresser, designed by Jack Cartwright for Founders Furniture in 1965. It has a case of walnut and features six drawers that have Dovetail Joints. I...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1960s Florence Knoll Wall Mounted Hanging Credenza in Walnut w/ White Doors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a floating wall-mount credenza, Model 121 W-1, initially designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Inc. in 1956. This example dates to the early 1960s. The piece features a walnut...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

1950s George Nelson No. 4000 Series Steel Frame Cabinet, Model 4033
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Steelframe No. 4000 Series Cabinet, initially designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1950. Its model number is 4033. It features a frame of white powder-coated bent...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Iron

1950s George Nelson No. 4000 Series Three Drawer Steel Frame Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Steel Frame No 4000 Series Dresser, initially designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1954. Its model number is 4013. It features a frame of white powder-coated bent...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Iron

1960s Florence Knoll 4-Position Credenza in Walnut w/ Marble Top, Model 2544
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a 4-Position Credenza, model 2544, initially designed by Florence Knoll in 1961. This particular example dates to the 1960s. The piece is constructed in rich walnut, and feat...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Steel

Italian Sideboard Hand-Painted Marble-effect Glass with 3 Doors Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Imagine integrating into your interior design project a sideboard that is not just a piece of furniture, but a true work of art, capable of capturing attention and transforming a spa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Barbara Barry Tuxedo Pair Nightstands For Henredon
Located in Toledo, OH
This pair of elegant night stands feature dovetailed drawer construction, dark mahogany finish, felt lined top drawer and pull out shelf. Designed by American designer Barbara Barry ...
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20th Century North American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Barbara Barry Tuxedo Tall Chest For Henredon
Located in Toledo, OH
This tall tuxedo chest features dovetailed drawer construction, dark mahogany finish and felt lined top drawers. Designed by renowned American designer Barbara Barry for Henredon cir...
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20th Century North American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Italian Mid century Modern desk designed by Silvio Cavatorta in 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Italian Mid-Century Desk by Silvio Cavatorta, 1950s This striking desk was designed by the renowned Italian designer Silvio Cavatorta in the 1950s. The desk features a unique and ref...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Iron

Italian modern modular bookcase Samara by Derk Jan de Vries for Maisa, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern modular bookcase Samara by Derk Jan de Vries for Maisa, 1970s Wooden modular bookcase mod. Samara. The modules present are various: a rectangular chest of drawers in l...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Italian industrial modern Aluminum and glass sideboard by Ycami, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian industrial modern Aluminum and glass sideboard by Ycami, 1990s Sideboard with rectangular base and rounded corners, in aluminum and glass. The top is made of glass, while th...
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1990s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

brass sideboard handmade in Italy available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Un mobile in ottone, ispirato alla luna, incanta con la sua superficie cesellata, ricca di crateri e curve che evocano il paesaggio lunare. Polished brass reflects light, creating a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Purple kitchen Cabinet in Murano Glass Made in Italy Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Murano glass kitchen cabinet, jewelry-inspired design. Handcrafted birch wood frame with fine Murano glass and brass feet. Ninety vibrant Muran...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

9' Shale Credenza Low in Bone White by Simon Johns
Located in East-Bolton, Quebec
Both monumental and subtle, the Shale Credenza brings the intricacies of nature’s geology indoors. The wood doors are scored vertically across the grain, and details of a cliff’s fac...
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2010s Canadian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Italian Contemporary Warm White Colour Murano Glass, Brass and Wood Sideboard
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful sideboard designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid wood, legs and finishes in brass and tops and decorations in warm white colored Murano glass. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Modern Floating Brass Side Table Set of 2
Located in Riga, LV
Exquisite Set of 2 nightstands, a masterpiece crafted from engineered wood and adorned with a polished, slightly brushed, burnished, varnished brass finish. These exceptional pieces ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

KGBL Johansson Bar Cabinet
By KGBL
Located in New York, NY
Lacquered aluminum skin encases the Johansson Bar Cabinet constructed of wood veneer exteriors & solid wood interiors and finished on all sides. The cabinet interior features glass s...
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2010s Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Brass Cabinet Modern Floating Brass Side Table Nightstand
Located in Riga, LV
Exquisite custom nightstand, a masterpiece crafted from engineered wood and adorned with a polished, slightly brushed, burnished, varnished brass finish. This exceptional piece is de...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
Beautiful, well constructed rosewood cabinet. Brass hinges and great flaming rosewood grain make this a special piece. Top has been painted with a brown oil based paint to cover so...
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

Rimadesio Cover LED Wall System with Bottle Rack by Giuseppe Bavuso
Located in Boston, MA
Design Giuseppe Bavuso This system is equipped with single facing hinged doors in glass. The core of the Cover projects are the uprights, fixed to the ceiling and the floor, which...
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2010s Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal, Bronze

Contemporary by Studio Oxi Gin Drinks Cabinet Wood Steel
Located in Pordenone, IT
Surprisingly functional, its simple lines and high-quality details make it a unique, elegant and timeless piece. Ready to take centre stage in any setting. Drinks cabinet in 107 Moth...
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2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Contemporary Brutalist Sideboard, Ash and Travertine, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Contemporary Brutalist Sideboard, Ash and Travertine, Italy
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Travertine

Modern Toscana Vanity Table Oak Beige Leather Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Toscana Vanity Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The organic modern Toscana vanity table is a captivating blend of natural beauty and c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Onyx, Brass

1960s Florence Knoll 3-Drawer Walnut Dresser with White Marble Top 2x Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll Walnut 3-drawer dresser, designed by Florence Knoll in 1960 for Knoll International. The listed price includes one dresser and we have two available for purc...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Steel

1960s Florence Knoll Executive Desk in Walnut w/ Chromed-Steel X-Base Model 2485
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Florence Knoll Executive Desk, Model 2485, initially designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll in 1954. This particular example date...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

1950 George Nelson Herman Miller Basic Cabinet Series Two Door Cabinet in Walnut
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a two-door cabinet designed by George Nelson and produced by Herman Miller circa 1950. This is a gorgeous original example, which appears remarkably intact. As not...
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1950s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

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Find a broad range of unique Modern 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, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern case pieces and storage cabinets made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America 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 Moooi, Marcel Wanders, Kartell, and Blake Tovin. 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.

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