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Vitrines For Sale
Iron and Glass Vitrine, 1920s Argentina
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Slender Art Deco Vitrine made in the 1920s, Argentina. Rectangular frame sitting atop tapered legs. Original glass frame and door. Three glass shelves. Original lock with working key...
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1920s Argentine Vintage Vitrines

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Iron

Giltwood Display Cabinet, Louis XV Style
Located in Houston, TX
Mirror back with lighting and two glass shelves Side opens on both sides which leaves the Front very clear for display. The gilding is Original.
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2010s French Vitrines

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Giltwood

19thC English Glazed Oak Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1870 19thC English Glazed Oak Bookcase Cabinet Adjustable Shelves and original hardware with good form and colour. With original Key for top cabine...
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1860s English Antique Vitrines

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Oak

19th Century Late Biedermeier Walnut Display Cabinet / Vitrine
Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
A lovely and light walnut cabinet/vitrine, with one original large glass door, glass side panels, and a mirrored back. Two large shelves with two rece...
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Late 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Vitrines

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Glass, Mirror, Walnut

French Louis XV 18th Century Walnut Vitrine Display Cabinet with Glass Door
Located in Atlanta, GA
A petite French Louis XV period walnut vitrine display cabinet from the 18th century, with single glass door and richly carved floral-themed motifs. ...
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Vitrines

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Glass, Walnut

19th Century Dutch Marquetry Display Cabinet
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Very exquisite 19th century Dutch marquetry hand carved mahogany display cabinet. The cabinet is beautifully decorated with marquetry inlay including floral images, cherubs, birds an...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Antique Vitrines

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Brass

Bauhaus Chrome-Plated Tubular Steel Étagère / Flower Stand, 1930s
Located in Lucenec, SK
Chrome-plated tubular steel étagère made in the 1930s with glass shelves. Chrome plating is in original condition.
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1930s Bauhaus Vintage Vitrines

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Steel, Chrome

Fine Maitland-Smith Georgian Display Cabinet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A 20th century Maitland-Smith display cabinet with Georgian style, expertly constructed with figured light, medium, and dark brown veneers for a stately appearance. Features a fluted...
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20th Century Georgian Vitrines

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Brass

19thC English Painted Glazed Bookcase / Vitrine / Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1880. 19thC English painted glazed bookcase vitrine cabinet Adjustable shelves in the top cabinet. Strong form with a narrow depth making a versatile decorators piece of furn...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Vitrines

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Pine

Late 18th Century Hand Carved and Painted Gilt Wood Venetian Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
Late 18th Century Hand Carved and Painted Gilt Wood Venetian Cabinet An exquisite Venetian cabinet with remarkable Rococo period details. Gilt wood and painted in a very appealing a...
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Late 18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Vitrines

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Giltwood, Wood

Early 20th Bookcase or Vitrine in Spanish Pine with Three Arch Glass Doors
Located in Miami, FL
20th century Spanish cupboard or bookcase with three glass vitrines, constructed from a pine called "mobila" and original glasses of this period. Features a coffered case fronted by three large glass doors in the high part and three doors in the low side. This massive cabinet...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Vitrines

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Glass, Pine

Mid-Century Modern Five Shelves Chrome and Glass Shelving Unit Étagère
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style chrome all welded stainless steel étagère.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

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Chrome

Pair of Louis XV Style Vitrines Attributed to J.-E. Zwiener, France, Circa 1885
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare pair of Louis XV style gilt-bronze mounted curved shape vitrines attributed to J.E Zwiener. Glazed on all sides, they open with two doors framed by gilded and chiseled Rocaille style foliated bronze mounts. Resting on four cabriole legs ending with lion’s paws, the whole is covered by a « brèche de Benou » marble top. This model was probably designed by L. Messagé. Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener was born in Germany in 1849. In 1880 he sets up his extensive workshops in rue de la Roquette in Paris where he creates many original pieces of furniture. He imitated practically every style, ranging from ‘’Boulle’’ to Louis XVI and including extraordinary personal interpretations of the Louis XV ‘’exuberant’’ style. He participated in the 1889 Universal Exhibition, held in Paris, and was awarded the gold medal for his remarkable copy of that most famous piece of furniture, Louis XV’s desk. The catalogue of the exhibition included a wonderful elegy qualifying the work as perfect : « No criticism what-so-ever could be made ». As that other famous cabinet-maker François Linke, Zwiener had most of his bronzes modelled by Léon Messagé whose work was considered as being of the best possible quality. Léon Messagé is a renowned designer and sculptor who integrated in his ornaments related to the Rocaille asymmetry, new lines and shapes announcing the “Art Nouveau” style. But even though, Messagé found inspiration with these 18th century artists, such as Nicolas Pineau or J. A. Meissonier, he didn’t simply copy their work and showed great originality, even extravagance, with some designs contained in "Cahier des dessins et croquis style Louis XV". He realized numerous sketches on grey paper before the execution of a reduced or life sized model of his ornaments, made of wax or terra-cotta. From 1885, Léon Messagé started working with important Parisian cabinet...
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1880s French Louis XV Antique Vitrines

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Marble, Bronze

English Hand Painted / Decorated Wood Chinoiserie Display Cabinet
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautiful English craftsmanship hand painted and decorated gilt chinoiserie display cabinet. This chinoiserie cabinet has Chinese Chippendale ...
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Mid-20th Century English Chinoiserie Vitrines

Materials

Brass

French Hunting Showcases, 'Vitrine' Louis XIII Style 19th Century France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Original showcase composed of 2 parts dating from the 19th century. This hunting showcase is used to store trophies and rifles. The whole thing is made of a dark wood. The lower pa...
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19th Century French Antique Vitrines

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Glass, Wood

Eclectic Mahogany Display Cabinet From the Mid. 20th Century
Located in Opole, PL
Eclectic Mahogany Display Cabinet From the Mid. 20th Century An Eclectic display cabinet, glazed on three sides, featuring single-leaf glass doors and four glass shelves, adorned wi...
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Mid-20th Century British Vitrines

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Brass

Mastercraft Vitrine Brass & Ebonized
Located in Hanover, MA
Mastercraft model 21-420 china cabinet vitrine. Clad in antiqued brass with black lacquer trim. Backwall is smoked antiqued mirror. Three tempered clear glass shelves with plate gro...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Vitrines

Materials

Brass

19th C English Glazed Shop Fitters Mahogany Display Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890 19th C English glazed mahogany shop fitters display cabinet with original brass T bar handles, foxed mirror, glass shelves & hardware. Excellent quality by ‘Frederic...
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1890s English Antique Vitrines

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Glass, Mirror, Mahogany

English Yew Wood Architectural Breakfront
Located in Woodbury, CT
Custom made for us in England by talented craftsmen, this classically styled Georgian breakfront with columnar accents has a presence that is unmat...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Vitrines

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Yew

Antique Display Cabinet/Vitrine Painted In Blue From 1920s
Located in Lejre, DK
This 1920 antique wall mounted display cabinet is a wonderful example of historic craftsmanship and aesthetic beauty. Painted in a beautiful blue color, it exudes a charming vintage ...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Vitrines

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Wood

Henredon Display Cabinets Etageres Vitrines Scene One Campaign, Set of 4
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One of our recent palm beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a Set of 4 1980's Henredon scene One campaign style Curio Display Cabinets Etageres...
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1980s Campaign Vintage Vitrines

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Brass

Henredon Large 78" Wide Mahogany Breakfront MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Henredon Large 78" Wide Mahogany Breakfront MINT
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20th Century American Chippendale Vitrines

Materials

Mahogany

French Louis XV Style Ormolu and Vernis Martin Vitrine Attributed to F. Linke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French 19th century Louis XV style ormolu mounted plum pudding mahogany veneer, mahogany and Vernis Martin decorated vitrine à Deux Corps, probably by François Linke (1855-1946). The lower structure fitted with finely chased gilt-bronze mounts with female masks, musical instruments, floral drapes, bows and acanthus, centred with a frieze drawer and a cupboard door with three painted panels. The centre front painted panel with a Romantic courting park setting scene amongst sheep and a sculpture fountain of Putti; the side panels both with parks scenes of a resting lion sculpture and fountain flanked by grassing sheep. The lower cabinet interior with three drawers, the upper vitrine case with two glass shelves, a bowed beveled front door and sides, crowned with a fine gilt-bronze wreath mount with ribbons, all raised on four cabriolet legs with cast lion paw mounts. Unsigned, Paris, circa 1890-1900. The style of this cabinet is closely related to those produced in the Paris furniture making trade in the Faubourg Saint-Antoine in the 1880s and as such, without a signature or identifying mark, is unattributable. However, there are similarities with the firm Raoux et Brunet, some of whose mounts were designed by Léon Messagé and later used by François Linke. Indeed many of the mounts on this cabinet, whilst not exclusive to him, are very similar to the work produced in his early years in Paris in the 1880s. At this time Linke was making furniture to order...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Vitrines

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Bronze, Ormolu

1800s Antique French Louis XV Style, Ormulu, Curved, Exceptional Vitrine!!
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning 1800s Antique French Louis XV Style, Ormulu, Curved, Exceptional Vitrine!! 1800s Antique French Louis XV Style, Ormulu, Curved, Exceptional Vitrine. Exceptional French Louis XV style display cabinet, late 19th c., ormolu and marquetry...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Vitrines

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Ormolu

Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Vitrine ~ Display Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI Mahogany Vitrine ~ Display Cabinet will make a stunning visual statement in any room, calling attention to your prized family heirlooms or cherished collecti...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines

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Brass

19th Century French Faux Bamboo Vitrine or Wall Cabinet
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th Century French faux bamboo vitrine or wall cabinet made of pitch pine with turned cherry wood details and finials. Glass paned door with thr...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Vitrines

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Glass, Cherry, Pine

Henkel Harris Chippendale Mahogany Beveled Glass China Display Cabinet
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Henkel Harris Chippendale Mahogany Beveled Glass China Display Cabinet Dimensions : 48.5" wide X 17" Deep X 88.25" Tall This stunning cabinet was made in the USA by Henkel Harris a...
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1990s American Chippendale Vitrines

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Glass, Mahogany

Solid Mahogany Organic Shape Oval Beveled Glass Staggered 4-Tier Étagère Shelf
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid mahogany pre Art Nouveau style decorative étagère.
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20th Century American Art Nouveau Vitrines

Materials

Mahogany

Gorgeous Ebonized Chinoiserie Decorated Vitrine Curio Cabinet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous ebonized chinoiserie vitrine. The virtine is French-made and in the Louis XV style and is in good condition with a beautiful gold chinoiserie scenic painted design...
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1940s French Chinoiserie Vintage Vitrines

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Bronze

Pair 19thC English Mahogany Glazed Cabinets
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1895 Pair 19thC English Mahogany Glazed Cabinets , Georgian Style with Brass Grilled Doors and glass shelves With keys   Measures: W6...
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1890s English Antique Vitrines

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Mahogany

E. 1900's Antique French Louis XV Style, 'Vernis Martin' Cabinet, Vitrine!!
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous E. 1900's Antique French Louis XV Style, 'Vernis Martin' Cabinet, Vitrine!! Antique Vitrine, Display Cabinet, French Louis XV Style, 'Vernis Martin', Mahogany, Marble Top...
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Early 20th Century Louis XV Vitrines

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Wood, Mahogany

Display Cabinet by Pulaski Furniture Corporation
Located in Pasadena, TX
79" display cabinet by Pulaski Furniture Corporation 79? display cabinet 5 glass shelves 50 watt max lightning Measures: 26? Wi...
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Late 20th Century North American American Classical Vitrines

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Glass

Pair 19th century Regence style vitrines in gilded wood.
Located in Wijnegem, BE
Pair of beautiful Regence style vitrines in gilded wood. Napoleon III period. c. 1890s sliding doors adjustable shelves. Provenance: jewelry store in Madrid. Dimensions: H226 x ...
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1890s French Regency Antique Vitrines

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Giltwood

Large 19 Century French Rococo or Neoclassical Revival Style Vitrine
By David Roentgen
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning 19th century French Empire, neoclassical/Rococo Revival style Marquetry vitrine or display cabinet, of large proportions!! A real statement piece! Made of a fabulous variety of veneers, including kingwood, satinwood, tulipwood, harewood and walnut with quality classical ormolu mounts. It has ebonized pillars in the Empire style, with walnut and exotic hardwood friezes in the Rococo style. Double glass doors to middle section and single glass doors on either side. The glass on the doors are framed in ormolu banding. Floral Marquetry panels on front and parquetry on the sides. The front central section is a pullout / pull-out drawers with gorgeous walnut frieze panel and original carved walnut knobs. Scrolling pelmet on the top in 3 sections banded in ormolu beading. Scrolling base with cabriolet feet and ormolu mounts on base. Various ormolu mounts, floral mounts, mounts of Baachus and mounts of neoclassical female figures. In 3 sections. with 2 side cabinets and large central section with 3 section pelmet, stunning piece!!! The quality ormolu mounts are marked with the letter “R” and what appears to be “FR 678”. We were originally of the belief that this piece might have been made at the very end of the 19th century, but having regard to the quality of workmanship throughout this piece we are of the opinion that it was most likely made in the third quarter of the 19th century, circa 1870 and by an obviously top quality Parisienne maker with a surname beginning with “R”. It is definitely in the style of David Roentgen who was known for his Rococo/neoclassical styles. David Roentgen, (born Aug. 11, 1743-died Feb. 12, 1807, Wiesbaden, Duchy of Nassau), cabinetmaker to Queen Marie-Antoinette of France; under his direction the family workshop at Neuwied (near Cologne), founded by his father, Abraham Roentgen, became perhaps the most-successful firm of furniture production in the 18th century. After succeeding his father as head of the Neuwied workshop in 1772, Roentgen strove to broaden their clientele, an ambition that brought him first to Hamburg and ultimately to Paris (1774), where in 1779 he was spectacularly successful in selling his finest furniture to King Louis XVI of France for £3,300 to £4,000, an unprecedented sum for the time. Appointed cabinetmaker to the queen, Roentgen was granted admission (1780) as maître-ébéniste (master cabinetmaker) to the trade corporation of Paris cabinetmakers, making it possible for him to keep in Paris a stock of the furniture manufactured at Neuwied. Thus he was able to compete with such great cabinetmakers as Jean-Henri Riesener and Adam Weisweiler, reputedly his former pupil at Neuwied. After his first visit to St. Petersburg, Empress Catherine II the Great bought huge quantities of his furniture; King Frederick William II of Prussia was also his client. When in 1795 the French Revolutionary armies threatened to cross the Rhine, Roentgen evacuated his establishment and moved his stock farther inland. Unfortunately, he lost everything in his Parisian salon and in his Neuwied workshop, both of which were sacked by Republican troops. He was crushed, despite his appointment as court furnisher to the king of Prussia. Although he never succeeded in starting production again, former apprentices of his whom he helped to establish in the German cities of Berlin (David Hacker...
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Mid-19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Vitrines

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Ormolu

Typical Tuscan Showcase Rustic Italian Honey Color
Located in Buggiano, IT
Typical Tuscan showcase, rustic Italian, in fir, consisting of base and riser. Honey color. In ancient times the piece of furniture had been painted green and about 30 years ago it w...
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Early 1900s Italian Rustic Antique Vitrines

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Fir

Spectacular table vitrine solid bronze, brass Jugendstil Art Nouveau 1900 France
Located in Wien, AT
This incredibly beautiful table display case is an original from the Art Nouveau period in France in the 1900s. The exceptionally high quality of the showcase is reflected in the w...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Vitrines

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Brass, Bronze

Bespoke Low Bookcase, Stained Wood, Sliding Glass Panels and Tubular Steel Base
Located in Berlin, DE
Bespoke low bookcase with case in veneered blockboard and sliding glass panels and tubular steel base.
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2010s German Modern Vitrines

Materials

Steel

Ib Kofod Larsen "Danish Range" Vanity in Teak + Rosewood
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: England Designer: Ib Kofod Larsen Manufacturer: G Plan Era: 1961 Materials: Teak, Rosewood, Afromosia Measurements: 62″ wide x 18″ deep x 27.5″ tall (to top of desk), 48.5" t...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

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Rosewood, Teak

Late 19th Century French Henri II Style Hand Carved Walnut Vitrine
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French Henri II vitrine is constructed of hand-carved walnut and features beveled glass on three sides. Hand carved acanthus leaves detail the sides and ...
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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Antique Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Walnut

40's Showcase Cabinet
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Showcase with side hinged doors, interior with mirrored glass dowels, central concealed bar compartment with glass and bottle holders. Walnut veneer wood, lacquered carved wood legs.
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitrines

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Mirror, Nutwood

40's Showcase Cabinet
40's Showcase Cabinet
$1,219 Sale Price
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Louis XV Style Gilt Metal Vernis Martin Vitrine
Located in Astoria, NY
Louis XV Style Gilt Metal Mounted Mahogany Vernis Martin Bowfront Vitrine, 20th century, the glazed door enclosing two adjustable glass shelves and a silk lined wood shelf, decorated...
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20th Century European Louis XV Vitrines

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Glass, Mahogany

Stunning Mastercraft Brass Vitrine Mid-Century Regency Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic Mastercraft brass vitrine. This magnificent vitrine has four heavy doors that open to reveal thick glass shelves with a plate ridge for displayin...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Cylinder Shape Liquor Bar Cabinet Walnut
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern cylinder drum shape walnut liquor cabinet. Rare cabinet in as is (minor damage as pictured) condition.   
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

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Aluminum

Modern Industrial 2-Door Vitrine with Black Metal Frame by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The industrial 2 door vitrine by Ercole home is a one of a kind statement piece that is bound to liven up your space. This vintrine is made up of a unique combination of hand cut glass all varying in size, color, and texture making each door like its own mini mondrian painting...
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2010s American Vitrines

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Metal, Steel

Credenza Sideboard Display Cabinet, ARCA Milano, Guglielmo Urlich attributed
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Midcentury credenza sideboard with label ARCA- Via Montenapoleone- Milano, Guglielmo Urlich attributed, in carved walnut, with four closures in burnished plum-colored glass with the top ebonized wood. Cabinet with meticulous attention to detail which show the commitment of the famous architect designer Guglielmo Urlich ARCA Milan plate...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Grand Mastercraft Designed Three Part Brass & Glass Vitrines or Curio Cabinets
Located in Dallas, TX
Architecturally-inspired this breathtaking three part brass Curved China cabinet set by Mastercraft, inviting drama into any space. Dedicated to c...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Pair Campaign Style Curio Display Cabinets by Henredon
Located in Dallas, TX
We are very pleased to offer a great pair of gorgeous, sleek and minimalist display cabinets made by the famous Henredon furniture makers, made in the USA. Part of Henredon’s early 1...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

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Brass

Vintage Medical cabinet, 1930’s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Medical cabinet from the 1930s. The cabinet was produced in Hungary and is made of thick iron and the original antique glass. The 8mm thick glass shelves are also original. The shelv...
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1930s Hungarian Industrial Vintage Vitrines

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Iron

Antique French Louis XIV Style Rococo Figural & Floral Carved Gilt Wood Vitrine
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique French Louis XIV Style Rococo Figural & Floral Carved Gilt Wood Vitrine C1890. $3,000-$5,0...
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Late 19th Century Antique Vitrines

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Glass, Giltwood

Mahogany Museum / Shop Display Cabinet or Vitrine, Early 20th Century
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This mahogany and pine vitrine was made circa 1920s in England and probably used in a shop. It features a solid wooden frame with glass sides, top and sliding doors.
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Vitrines

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

Amsterdams school tea cabinet / display cabinet European oak beveled glass 1920
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous Dutch antique Amsterdam School style tea cabinet. Striking Dutch Art Deco design from the 1920s . The blonde oak looks amazing with the typical Amsterdam School Art Deco dec...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Vitrines

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Glass, Oak

Rowntree’s Sweet Shop Display Cabinet Advertising Shop Display Cabinet
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Rowntree’s Sweet shop display cabinet Advertising Shop Display Cabinet the cabinet has a rather grand carved cornice with a mirrored Royal Appointment sign and Chocolates in Gold and Silver The Glass on the front of the cabinet is painted and etched with Rowntree’s Chocolates Makers...
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Early 1900s Industrial Antique Vitrines

Materials

Glass

1930s Wall Art Deco Display or Apothecary Cabinet in Solid Oak Wax-Polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italian 1930s small Art Deco wall display cabinet with bevelled crystal in oakwood with brass handle and hinges closure, polished to wax This ca...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vitrines

Buffet Art Deco Cerused Oak Marble Top & Brass, French, circa 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Art Déco French buffet cerused oak, marble top and brass. The floral bas-reliefs are highlighted by the white ceruse. Made circa 1930 Two doors and three drawers. Completely redone finishes. Two traces of an old buffet...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Vitrines

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Marble, Brass

French Louis XVI Style Vernis Martin Decorated Giltwood Vitrine
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French Louis XIV style Vernis Martin vitrine with hand painted panels, cast bronze mounts and curved glass. Raised on cabriole legs with foliate cast brass trim throug...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Vitrines

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Bronze

DOCIA Cocktail / Liquor / Bar Cabinet, Oak, Slatted Body
Located in İzmir, İzmir
Docia bar cabinet is carefully produced entirely from oak wood. Designed with attention to the wine storage, the bar cabinet has spaces for liqueurs and glasses. There are places to...
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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Vitrines

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Oak

Vintage Danish display cabinet with glass panels and atmospheric lighting
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A unique opportunity for enthusiasts! This fantastic vintage design display cabinet from Dyrlund dates back to the 1960s and was made in Denmark. With its atmospheric lighting and gl...
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1960s Danish Vintage Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood

Slant Front Upright Store Display Case
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful slant front display case by THE COLUMBUS SHOW CASE COMPANY, COLUMBUS. O. In good vintage condition. It has five shelves and they are adjustable. One of them has a chip, sho...
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Early 1900s American American Classical Antique Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood

Large Danish Teak Wall Bookcase by Poul Cadovius, F139
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large wall bookcase from the 60's designed by the Danish designer Poul Cadovius. This bookcase is composed of different modular elements on three ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitrines

Materials

Teak

Vintage Italian Beech Haberdashery Shop Cabinet, 1950s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This haberdashery cabinet was produced during the 1950s in Italy. This piece features 10 drawers in light beech with glass fronts and metal handles. It was originally used in a shop ...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Vitrines

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Beech

Antique and Vintage Vitrines

Why not give your precious collectibles the case pieces they deserve? Antique and vintage vitrines can be used to safely store and display your most treasured objects.

While they were initially used to display relics in churches or to preserve specimens for scientific observation, vitrines are best known for their place in retail spaces and museums. The name for these glass display cases comes from the Latin word “vitrum,” meaning glass, as well as the Old French word “vitre,” which also refers to glass. Instead of simply showcasing collector’s items on shelves, you can bestow extra importance on them by displaying them in a vitrine for passers-by to observe and admire.

Not all vitrines are created equal. Over time, furniture makers have explored different shapes and sizes for vitrines. A display case you’ll find in a retail store will likely look drastically different from what you’ll see in a museum or art gallery. A vitrine in a shop is likely there to best market specific wares to the general public, while in museums there is usually a range of different vitrines intended to house and protect single objects or to display a grouping of artifacts.

Most of us have an antique, new or vintage case piece in our home. Though the terms “case pieces” and “case goods” may cause even the most decor-obsessed to stumble, these furnishings have been a vital part of the home for centuries. Any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — cabinets, dressers, buffets — may be properly termed a case piece.

Mirror-backed vitrines, which refer to cases that usually feature shelved and mirrored interiors, are a most appropriate home for your jewelry or decorative objects. Adding such items to a vitrine already suggests that there is an irreplaceable preciousness to the case’s contents, and the mirrors will emphasize as much as well as refract more light to render the display eye-catching.

On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique and vintage vitrines to protect and preserve your most prized items. The collection of mid-century modern vitrines and Art Deco vitrines is mostly inclusive of those built with a wooden frame, but there are many other types to choose from as well. It’s time to give your collectibles a good home!

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