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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
Gianni, bar cabinet, modern wooden cabinet
Located in Skopje, MK
GIANNI Bar Cabinet Elegant and highly decorative bar cabinet with the 60’s retro modern spirit. With a lot of luxurious details and enough space to rack your favorite wines and liqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Macedonian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak, Walnut

The Hotel Sideboard. Produced in solid Imbuia Design by Amilcar Oliveira
Located in São Paulo, SP
"The Hotel Console was meticulously designed for a renowned international hotel chain, blending classic aesthetics with modern and bold lines. Each piece is expertly crafted by hand,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

An American 1960s Tri-front Walnut 2-Door Cabinet by John Van Koert for Drexel
Located in San Francisco, CA
the 3-sided top above a paneled conforming body centering double-doors fitted with a solid brass latch; John Van Koert was a prominent New York designer who helped promote the fascin...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Delphine Mirrored Desk
Located in New York, NY
Reflectology. Minimalist forms meet Maximalist glamour. Antiqued mirror with a polished brass base. Our Delphine Desk features a single center drawer finished with bright robin's egg...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Adentro Cosimo Storage M by Marco Zanuso jr. white matt lacquered & chrome
Located in PARIS, FR
Balanced lines and subtle geometric shapes create a visually pleasing harmony, exuding sophisticated simplicity. Carefully chosen materials showcase exceptional quality, and finely ...
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2010s French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Adentro IKI dining table by Marco Zanuso jr. Natural Oak top & bronze base
Located in PARIS, FR
“IKI” means elegant, refined and sophisticated in Japanese. The components are characterized by a simple design of reduced thickness that offers specific details with different colo...
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2010s French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Adentro IKI dining table by Marco Zanuso jr. Natural Oak top & white base
Located in PARIS, FR
“IKI” means elegant, refined and sophisticated in Japanese. The components are characterized by a simple design of reduced thickness that offers specific details with different colo...
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2010s French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Gong - sideboard made with hand-finished decor doors
Located in Azzano Decimo, PN
8-door sideboard made of lacquered MDF with hand-finished engraved decoration. The cabinet consists of two overlapping units, with the doors jointed in 2-by-2 vertical for convenienc...
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2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Adentro IKI dining table by Marco Zanuso jr. Natural Oak top & Golden base
Located in PARIS, FR
“IKI” means elegant, refined and sophisticated in Japanese. The components are characterized by a simple design of reduced thickness that offers specific details with different colo...
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2010s French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal

1939 Eliel Saarinen & Pipsan Saarinen Swanson Johnson Four Drawer Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a gorgeous and beautifully restored Eliel Saarinen, J. Robert Swanson, and Pipsan Saarinen Swanson 4-drawer dresser, produced by Johnson Furniture Co. circa 1939. ...
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1930s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Raw TV Console - Modern TV Console in Natural Wenge with Wrought Iron Base
Located in London, GB
Intertwining wood and wrought iron, the sculptural lines of the Raw collection combine exquisite natural materials with modern Scandinavian shapes to create a breathtaking and unique design. The TV...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wrought Iron

Raw Sideboard - Modern Sideboard in Natural Wenge with Wrought Iron Base
Located in London, GB
Intertwining wood and wrought iron, the sculptural lines of the Raw collection combine exquisite natural materials with modern Scandinavian shapes to create a breathtaking and unique...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wrought Iron

Italian modern MB3 chest of drawers by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern MB3 chest of drawers by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, 1970s Rectangular chest of drawers mod. MB3. The structure is in green lacquered wood with a matte finish, ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal

French Mid-Century Modern Cabinet
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A large dressing armoire produced by Ameublement N.F. “Meubles” in France in the 1950’s /1960’s (label found inside the right door) This sleek mid cen...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mirror, Maple

1980s Mirrored Armoire
Located in Denton, TX
1980s mirrored armoire with brass accents in the style of Ello. Giant storage space for clothes, shoes, and purses while also a full size functional m...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Raw Desk - Modern Desk in Natural Wenge with Wrought Iron Base
Located in London, GB
Intertwining wood and wrought iron, the sculptural lines of the Raw collection combine exquisite natural materials with modern Scandinavian shapes to create a breathtaking and unique...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Postmodern Chrome & Lucite Shelf
Located in Elkton, MD
Vintage Postmodern Chrome & Lucite Shelf—a fusion of timeless elegance and modern design. Its sturdy chrome frame seamlessly complements the translucent allure of lucite shelves, cre...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

1970s Hans Wegner Johannes Hansen Denmark Tambour Oak Cabinet Storage System
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a rare vintage Hans Wegner for Johannes Hansen of Denmark oak tambour storage unit/cabinet. This rare cabinet was part of a larger storage system, which allowed for the creation of fabulous modules for storage. This example carries its original Johannes Hansen label and original key. The Wood faces...
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Italian modern black wood and metal bookcase E22 by Borsani for Tecno, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern black wood and metal bookcase E22 by Borsani for Tecno, 1970s Wall bookcase mod. E22 in wood and metal. It features three metal uprights, seven black lacquered wooden...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Custom Cerused Oak Armoire, Jay Spectre
Located in New York, NY
Custom Finished, Cerused Oak wardrobe by Jay Spectre for Century Furniture. Wardrobe features 2 large bottom drawers and doors open to reveal a series of cubicles and smaller drawers...
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20th Century American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Nickel

Post Modern Black Lacquered Compact Dresser- sold separately
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W43.5 D21 H27 1980’s Post Modern Black Lacquered Compact Dresser. Dresser features 4 drawers and sits on cylinder legs. Item has been lightly restored and is structurally sound. Pr...
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1980s Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Lacquer

Pierre Vandel Bar Cart in Lucite, Chrome and Glass
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Vandel bar cart on casters with glass shelves, Lucite frame and chrome accents. The bar cart has two shelves and has a label that reads 'Pierre Vandel Paris.' Dealer: S138XX
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20th Century French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

1960's French Modern - Blonde Toned Buffet/ Sideboard/ Credenza/ Dry Bar
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's Grand Scale Blonde Wood Buffet/ Dry Bar/ Credenza/ Dry Bar
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1960s French Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

American Designer, Cabinet, Oak, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and metal cabinet designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s.
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1940s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Oak

1970's Ultra Modern Off White Writing Desk
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Ultra Modern Off White Writing Desk. Composed of Melamine. This is a really beautiful Modern desk.
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1970s Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Composition

Modern Verre Églomisé Mirror Chest/Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Modern Verre Églomisé Mirror Chest/Commode A quietly stunning modern Verre Églomisé mirror chest/commode, an exquisite piece with flawless patination and style. Measuring 39.5 inch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

1965 Olive Ash Burl and Marble Credenza by Gordon Bunshaft of SOM
By Gordon Bunshaft, Som American
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a monumental custom 2-position credenza, produced in 1965 by Gordon Bunshaft for the interior of the Chase Manhattan Bank headquarters, one of Bunshaft and SOM's most notable...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Steel

Roche Bobois Maple Carnaval Wall Unit Media Cabinet, France 2012 with Lighting
Located in Miami, FL
Roche Bobois Maple Carnaval Wall Unit Media Cabinet, France 2012 with Lighting Offered for sale is a Roche Bobois maple wood and glass "Carnaval" wall unit media cabinet with slidin...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Maple

1970s 4ft George Nelson & Robert Probst Herman Miller Office Desk w/ Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a 1970s vintage Herman Miller Action Office desk, designed by George Nelson. This is a classic example of Nelson's work with great emphasis on simplicity and functionality. It has cast aluminum legs and basket-like pull-out drawers. We have multiple Action Office desks in stock...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage French Patinated Black Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
Exhibiting a sleek modern elegance, this minimalist vitrine was designed in 20th-century France. The rectangular, black-patinated base encloses glass panels, dividing the interior into six sections. The black lines of the exterior frame stylishly interplay with the cream white lines of the interior shelves, punctuating the understated sophistication of this antique shelving unit.
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20th Century French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Narnia Ash Cabinet By Cyan Design
Located in Pasadena, TX
Narnia Ash Cabinet By Cyan Design Stylish modern ash-colored cabinet. The large compartments are sealed by two arched doors that include two oversized handles. The base is a raised...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Ash

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

Materials

Brass

John Austin Ebonized 7-Drawer Wood Prints or Music Sheets Cabinet
By John Austin
Located in Germantown, MD
A John Austin Ebonized 7-Drawer Wood Prints or Music Sheets Cabinets in excellent condition. Measures 20.1" in width, 15.75" in depth and stand 27" tall.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

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

Materials

Rosewood

Molteni&C D.655.1 Wood Chest of Drawers by Gio Ponti
Located in Boston, MA
A statement piece for the modern home designed by Gio Ponti. This chest of drawers is imbued with distinctive 1950s style. Hand Painted white drawer fronts offer sturdy handles in el...
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2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Elm, Mahogany, Rosewood, Walnut

Modern Platform Linea Media Center - White Oak- Blue Glalss by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Platform Linea buffet by Ercole home has a 4-door front, with White Wash finish on Oak. Handcut glass stripes in Ivory, French Blue, Electric Blue, and Notte decorate the surface...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Art Glass

Modern Floating Starry Night 3-Door Buffet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Floating Starry Night 3-Door Buffet illustrates the evolution of the buffet with its curved edges putting more emphasis on the sleek modern design, mounted...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Oak

Dresser ‘DC 154’ Carlo de Carli, Sormani, 1960 circa
Located in Milano, Lombardia
La cassettiera in legno massello disegnata da Calo De Carli per Sormani negli anni '60 rappresenta un'icona dell'arredamento d'epoca, con un mix perfetto di eleganza, preziosità e funzionalità. Questo pezzo di design incarna la maestria artigianale italiana che...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Comodino contemporaneo artigianale per camera da letto in legno di rovere
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Comodino Arcate fa parte della collezione composta da settimanale e comò. La scocca è in multistrato curvato impiallacciato, disponibile nelle essenze rovere, noce canaletto e frassi...
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2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Oak

BOND CREDENZA - Modern design with Nude Cathedral Oak + Palladio Moro Terrazzo
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
Introducing the "Bond Credenza," a true testament to contemporary American craftsmanship. This exceptional credenza transcends its utilitarian role and t...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Ello Herringbone Travertine & Chrome Credenza
Located in Denton, TX
Ello Petite Herringbone design Travertine & Chrome Credenza. dual interior cabinets with adjustable shelf.
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Mid-20th Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Travertine, Chrome

Mahogany Stainless Steel Low Credenza/Entertainment Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
Mahogany Stainless Steel Low Credenza Entertainment Cabinet Offered for sale is a low sleek modern credenza cabinet that will really anchor a room. The cabinet is mahogany with st...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

"Dany" aluminum bookcase by William Mulas
Located in Modugno, BA
Dany with invisible interlocking system and wall anchorage, integrates harmoniously into our interior spaces, giving with its structure so thin and minimal, a touch of personal elega...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Wall Cabinet with Original Malachite Stone, Pierre De Valck
Located in Geneve, CH
Wall cabinet with original Malachite stone, Pierre De Valck Polished Bronze -unique and signed Measures: ø 56 x D 15 cm Materials: Stone, Bronze Medium sized wall-mounted cabinet wi...
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2010s Belgian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Stone, Bronze

Modern aluminium sideboard by Maarten Van Severen model Hk-2 Kast for Vitra 2005
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Decorative sideboard named ’ Kast’ by the hand of Belgian interior architect and furniture designer Maarten Van Severen. It was produced by Vitra in 2005 and unfortunately one of the...
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Early 2000s Belgian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Douro Cabinet
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
Douro Cabinet Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Handmade by skilled artisans in solid oak. The cabinet features double doors with handles and legs decorated with a hand carved textur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Estella Dresser Design by Mehmet Orel for Capella
Located in İnegöl, TR
As Capella, our job is to ensure the perfect harmony between materials and present them to you in the most accurate and harmonious way. We give them a soul and life. This is our firs...
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2010s Turkish Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Original black 3-door Sideboard by Willy RIZZO, Sabot 1972
Located in Berlin, Berlin
Black three-door Sideboard designed by Willy Rizzo. Italy, Mario Sabot, 1972. Black laminate and chrome detailed sideboard, designed by Willy Rizzo and produced by Mario Sabot. Two ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Laminate

Faux Bamboo Rattan Enamel and Decorated Slant Top Secretary Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
An Exquisite hand-crafted Faux Bamboo Rattan, hand enamed and Decorated Slant Top Secretary Desk with open bottom lower tier and high knee cle...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Enamel

American Designer, Dresser, Oak, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A cerused oak dresser designed and produced in the US, 1940s.
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1940s American Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers from the BOIS BLANC series by René Gabriel
Located in PARIS, FR
René Gabriel (1899 - 1950) is a precursor of French industrial design. He was one of the first to create, as early as the 1930s, economical mass-produced furniture combining aestheti...
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1930s French Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Beech, Poplar

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

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Metal

Falster Maurice Villency Rosewood Danish Dresser End Tables Bedside Cabinet Pair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Listed for sale is a delightful pair of bedside cabinets / small dressers by Falster of Denmark, made from Brazilian Rosewood.The pieces were purchased from Maurice Villency, a high ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Mid Century Italian Modern Herringbone Lacquered Credenza
Located in Tulsa, OK
Beautiful, impressive, large statement piece. Modern Italian herringbone lacquered credenza leaves a stunning impression. Above average condition and structurally sound. Does have so...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Mahogany, Oak

Kate Noakes 'Poppy' Sideboard
Located in Newmarket, GB
A mid-century sideboard that has been reconditioned and reimagined by designer and maker Kate Noakes using a unique process that Kate has developed of drawing and cutting her origina...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Tin, Sheet Metal

Mid Century Italian Modern Lacquered Credenza
Located in Tulsa, OK
Impressive, beautiful Italian lacquered credenza. About the average condition and structurally sound. Does have some finish wear on top with...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Mahogany, Oak

Eduard Locota Contemporary Frieze Cabinet with 3 drawers
Located in Timisoara, RO
Lissomnia Cabinet is a stunning embodiment of craftsmanship and artistry. With its exceptional blend between art and craft, this timeless creation can effortlessly grace any room. E...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balkan Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

KGBL Johansson Small Niche Cabinet
By KGBL
Located in New York, NY
The Johansson has a skin of 3/8" lacquered aluminum encasing a cabinet constructed of highly polished wood veneer exteriors and solid wood interiors. Doors have solid metal pulls. Li...
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2010s Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Copper

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