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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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
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Modern Black Oak Ladder, Medium
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Our Black Bloak Ladders are made of solid white oak finished with ink to blacken them while still letting the natural beauty of the wood grain come through. We use them to display blankets, towels or scarves. Great at the beach house for bathing suits and towels, as a drying rack for lavender or herb or in a guest room...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Modern Alma Console Table, Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Alma Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Alma modern console table represents the essence of the soul t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Modern "Vind" Cabinet in Black Lacquer and Black Oak
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
Vind is one of our 'social media hit' high-end furniture designs. Having had such a positive feedback on social media so soon, this cabinet manages to make its presence known even th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Modern Buffet or Cabinet in Black Oak
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
The Kuro cabinet’s character and personality are the aftereffects of highly developed applications of industrial design materials into the surface design of this piece, making it an instantly recognizable design. Crisscrossing over modern and contemporary design, the awe-inspiring Kuro Cabinet by international designer Larissa Batista is an architect’s dream piece. Be it the center of the home decor or obscured by foliage, it’ll always be a sure choice for your projects. Its long legs and contrasting feet gives over our natural sight the sense of its exquisite design, often unseen on contemporary pieces. The metal detailing and feet on this modern sideboard buffet presents the item with an unbelievable sense of presence. This low storage cabinet...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Minimalist Curved Front Console with Arches in Scrubbed Ebony
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett's Arcade Console 48" is a nod to the ancient Roman architectural form- a succession of contiguous arches supported by columns. The con...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Paint

Minimalist Curved Front Arch Console in Scrubbed Lichen by Martin and Brockett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett's Arcade Console 48" is a nod to the ancient Roman architectural form- a succession of contiguous arches supported by columns. The con...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Paint

USM Haller Dresser Y
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With three drawers elevated. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the U...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome, Steel

USM Haller Media B218 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors, one cable cut out. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome, Steel

USM Nightstand P2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With one drop down door. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated steel tubes, the USM ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

USM Haller Nightstand P Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With one drop down door. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome, Steel

USM Haller Credenza F2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome plated steel tubes, the USM H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

USM Haller Storage G2A Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With four drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

USM Haller Credenza C2A Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the Usm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

USM Haller Credenza E2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With four drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Chrome, Steel

USM Haller Media O2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors and one cable cut out. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

Ledge Floating Console (73") in Black by Simon Johns
Located in East-Bolton, Quebec
Ledge is a floating console, mounted to the wall, in solid ash with a black glass top. It stems from material exploration inspired by the cliffs around Johns’ studio, making solid as...
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2010s Canadian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ash, Glass

Opinion Ciatti Henry II Triangular Corner Wall Shelf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Well defined with contemporary lines, a geometric design and unusual shapes in order to surprise and astonish. Henri is the collection of shelves designed by Bruno Rainaldi, characte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

Opinion Ciatti Portariviste Magazine Rack
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Portariviste, an object that identifies exactly its function and there is no need for a different name to define it. Portariviste is so similar in the concept but so distant in the e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall Small Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ptolomeo Wall is the wall version of the Original Ptolomeo and could be defined as the "column of knowledge”. A stack of levitating books or a ground-air column (floor-ceiling) for e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall Medium Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ptolomeo wall is the wall version of the Original Ptolomeo and could be defined as the "column of knowledge”. A stack of levitating books or a ground-air column (floor-ceiling) for e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Art Large Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ptolomeo Art is the last born in the Ptolomeo family and the extra large version of the famous bookcase, indeed thanks to its generous size can contain magazines, large format books,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Opinion Ciatti Original Ptolomeo Medium Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Ptolomeo is the free-standing bookcase that doesn’t require any further presentation: it is simple, revolutionary, innovative, as sudden as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Opinion Ciatti Original Ptolomeo Small Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Ptolomeo is the freestanding bookcase that doesn’t require any further presentation: it is simple, revolutionary, innovative, as sudden as a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Ledge Floating Console (61") in Black by Simon Johns
Located in East-Bolton, Quebec
Ledge is a floating console, mounted to the wall, in solid ash with a black glass top. It stems from material exploration inspired by the cliffs around Johns’ studio, making solid as...
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2010s Canadian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood

Baleri Italia Mac Gee Bookshelf in Black Steel by Philippe Starck
Located in Milan, IT
Modular bookshelves in steel sheet with epoxy finish in matte RAL 9005. A central upright structure supports five shelves of decreasing depth.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Dry Bar in Blackened Laser-Cut Steel Frame with Black Oak Slats and Leather Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Be it in the gentleman’s corner of your apartment or centre stage in your living room, this contemporary Dry Bar in its simplicity, serves as a humble vessel for your most precious l...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cut Steel

"Dionízio" Bar Cart in Black Carbon Steel Natural Wood Details and Leather
Located in Centro, RS
The design was inspired by the God of wine in the greek mythology - Dionysus God. The cart is a versatile piece in the décor. It transitions between the practical function in the house and the differentiated elegant aesthetic. Its structure could be produced personalized in carbon steel painted in the options: beige, golden, cooper or black color - matte finish. It has a tray for storing objects as bottles, which is made with curved multilaminated wood and recovered with eco leather in brown color, as too the shelf below. It's has a fixed wheel, made in natural tauari wood. (Brazilian reforest wood), as the others beautiful details in wood. The cart is na elegant and sophisticated piece in the interior decoration, as it can be used as a bar, tea or coffee cart...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Modern Cabinet in Black Oak by Larissa Batista
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
The Kuro cabinet’s character and personality are the aftereffects of highly developed applications of industrial design materials into the surface design of this piece, making it an ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Pair of Modern Black Bookcases in Solid Wood
Located in North York, ON
Pair of modern black bookcases in solid wood. Finished in a satin black finish with sleek modern styling. Sold in a pair, 4 total available. P...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

USM Haller Nightstand P1 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Steel, Chrome

USM Haller Mid Credenza D Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With four drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated steel tubes, the US...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome, Steel

USM Haller Media O3 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors elevated. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated steel tubes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Art Small Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ptolomeo Art is the last born in the Ptolomeo family and the extra large version of the famous bookcase, indeed thanks to its generous size can contain magazines, large format books,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Opinion Ciatti Original Ptolomeo Large Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Ptolomeo is the free-standing bookcase that doesn’t require any further presentation: it is simple, revolutionary, innovative, as sudden as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Two Sideboards by Willy Rizzo, Italy 1970s
Located in Greding, DE
Two black sideboards by Willy Rizzo in two- and three-door versions with the characteristic contrasting edges in stainless steel and round handles. Th...
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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

Contemporary Sideboard In Black Stained Oak
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Italian sideboard is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of Italian furniture makers. Handcrafted from solid oak, it boasts a rich black pigment finish that ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

B&b Italia Athos Credenza, Paolo Piva, 2000's
Located in Culver City, CA
Available right now i have an Athos credenza by Paolo Piva for B&B Italia. The credenza is a glossy dark grey lacquer with polished stainless legs and handles. The credenza has slid...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

3 Doors Contemporary Sideboard or Buffet in Black Oak by Larissa Batista
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
Just as punk fashion made the 1970's cool yet never really mainstream, this all black riveted high-end cabinet designed by Larissa Batista is a blastoff f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal

USM Haller Shelving RE119
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. Perforated panels elevated. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Chrome, Steel

USM Shelving R2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors and two drawers. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated stee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

USM Haller Side Table O118
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With one drop down door. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

Opinion Ciatti Henry III Triangular Wall Shelf Right
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Well defined with contemporary lines, a geometric design and unusual shapes in order to surprise and astonish. Henri is the collection of shelves designed by Bruno Rainaldi, characte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

Agresti Gioia Jewelry Armoire
Located in New York, NY
Armored jewelry armoire with inside safe. Numeric digital keypad and emergency key. Available in 4 finishing options; see information below for detail...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Kartell Componibili 3-Tier Drawer in Black by Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular elements were designed to meet various needs and to fit into any room in your home: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen or living room. The design solution that animates the Modular s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Plastic

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

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Laminate

Alea Contemporary Minimal Telescopic Shelf Display Black Metal Limited Edition
Located in Roma, IT
Alea is a minimal and contemporary telescopic display shelf with 5 individually shaped trays that can be arranged at any height and position. Alea is part of the BLACK RHYTHMS limited collection designed by Jacobsroom Studio, Rome. This telescopic decor and display has a distinct visual style with its minimalist, abstract geometric shelves...
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2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Sheet Metal, Steel

Modern Customizable Marble Outdoor Kitchen With Extension
Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, PT
Senses Kitchen With the usual high-performance materials and a modern design, this kitchen was designed to adapt to different spaces and needs, due to the possibility of adding or ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Stainless Steel

Customizable Outdoor Kitchen With Emperador Marble and Stainless Steel
Located in Vila Nova de Gaia, PT
Zest Kitchen Designed to withstand the demands of an outdoor kitchen, the Zest kitchen is built with durability in mind. The marble countertops are sealed to protect against stains...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Stainless Steel

Wonatti Pucisca Sideboard, Stainless Steel Sideboard, Fabric Velvet Sideboard
Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03
A true statement of luxury Combining the finest and ancient craftsmanship with luxurious levels of design, quality, and comfort. Pucisca Sideboard, Modern Collection, Wood, Stainle...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Stainless Steel

Laurameroni "Stars" Modern Low Sideboard in Black Iron Cenere by Bartoli Design
Located in Monza, IT
Low sideboard with 4 hinged doors and metal legs. Equipped with 2 internal drawers. Side panels, doors and legs clad in black iron Cenere. Top and inside in Stone Oak Carbone wood. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Collapse Bookcase by Gianluca Pacchioni
Located in New York, NY
Signed by the Artist Materials: Rusted Iron Small, 2017
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2010s Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

3 Doors Contemporary Sideboard in Black Oak by Larissa Batista
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
Just as punk fashion made the 1970's cool yet never really mainstream, this all black riveted high-end cabinet designed by Larissa Batista is a blastoff f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Modern Black Lage Bookcase, Brass Walnut, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lage Bookcase, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Lage modern bookcase was designed to be the focal point in a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Black Lacquered Cabinets
Located in London, GB
A pair of continental cabinets in black lacquer finish with brass inlaid vere eglomise panelled doors. A versatile pair with lots of storage within, one ...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Large Four-Door Black Sycamore Wood Cabinet with Polished Nickel
Located in London, GB
One of Davidson's classic cabinet designs, the Montpelier offers plenty of storage in a variety of sizes and luxurious finishes. An elegant addition to any room, this multifaceted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Nickel

Black Sycamore Hudson Cabinet with Marquetry
Located in London, GB
Rich with rich honey tones and dark-chocolate straw marquetry arranged in a radial burst pattern, the Hudson cabinet is a striking example of craftsmanship and contemporary design. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Sycamore

Four-Door Black Sycamore Wood Cabinet with Drawers and Polished Nickel
Located in London, GB
One of Davidson's classic cabinet designs, the Montpelier offers plenty of storage in a variety of sizes and luxurious finishes. An elegant addition to any room, this multifaceted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Nickel

Caruso Large Cabinet in Lacquered Red Marsala and Black Legs, by Paolo Cappello
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Here you are shown the Caruso cabinet in the red Marsala lacquered structure with black legs and in the 3-door long size. This Long Cabinet is integrate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Ceramic

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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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