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Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

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Item Ships From: Europe
Style: Neoclassical
Cherry wood living room or hall sideboard by Fantoni
Located in Premariacco, IT
Hall or living room sideboard by Fantoni, a well-known Italian manufacturer of furniture and furnishings of high quality and workmanship. The structure features four large and spaci...
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1980s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cherry

Large kitchen sideboard by Fantoni in cherry wood
Located in Premariacco, IT
Large sideboard for living room or kitchen by Fantoni, a well-known Italian manufacturer of furniture and furnishings of high quality and workmanship. The frame features several dra...
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1980s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cherry

French Directoire 6-Drawer Chiffonnier in Cherry, blue variations
Located in Landivy, FR
This Chiffonnier 6-drawer chest is a free hand crafted and modernized interpretation of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th century. This period style is remarkable wi...
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2010s French Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Cherry, Oak

Elegant Neoclassical Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, France, 1940
Located in Brussels, BE
Black lacquered neoclassical chest of drawers with brass pull rings handles and four bronze stars on the front. Four drawers, the top one with his original brass key and lock. Fren...
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Bronze

1776 Green Floral Painted Cabinet
Located in Albignasego, IT
Green Floral Painted Wardrobe Dated 1776 Measurements: H.165 cm – W.130 cm (142 at the frames) – D.42 cm (50 at the frames) Essence: Fir Period: 1776 Origin: Tyrol Tyrolean wardrob...
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1770s Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fir

Classic 80s style entryway cabinet
Located in Premariacco, IT
Entryway cabinet ideal as a 'pocket emptier' or in a living room next to sofas.
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1980s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Plywood

Small Black Revolving Peony Bookcase, French Art Nouveau, circa 1910
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique rotating library or spinning bookcase, black lacquered. Made circa 1910-1020 in the art nouveau period. The flowers are peony which are flowers typically used during the fren...
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Early 1900s French Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Classic Eclectic Gold Showcase from Lam Lee Group, 1990s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
An important Louis XVI style display case revisited in an eclectic manner by O.L.F designs for Lam Lee Group of Dallas. The gold finish is sponge-patinated, creating reddish haloes t...
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1990s American Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Cabinet in Ebony, Ivory, Hard Stone Inlay, Secret Drawers.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
18th Century Italian Cabinet in Ebony, Ivory, Hard Stone Inlay, Secret Drawers. 18th century Italian cabinet in ebony, ivory, hard stone inlay, secret drawers. Lack and restoration ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stone

1807 Blue Floral Painted Two Doors Tyrolean Wardrobe
Located in Albignasego, IT
Antique Blue Tyrolean wardrobe dated 1807 Origin: Tyrol (Northern Italy - Alpine Region) Essence: Fir Period: 1807 Measurements: H. 175 cm – L. 109 cm (118 cm at the frames) – D. 47...
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Early 1800s Austrian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fir

Painted oak chest of drawers, around 1800
Located in Greding, DE
Large chest of drawers made of solid oak with black urn decoration and framing paintings on the front. The top panel is painted black and the carved fluting on the pilaster strips is...
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Early 1800s German Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

English Wooden Bookcase Cabinet, 1950s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
This exquisite bookcase is a true gem that will add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any home. Crafted with attention to detail. Has warm tones and stunning grain patterns. ...
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1950s English Vintage Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Small Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, 19th century
Located in Leimen, DE
Discover the timeless elegance of this meticulously crafted 19th-century German Neoclassical chest of drawers or nightstand. Adorned with captivating walnut veneer grain, this piece ...
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1830s German Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

A large flemish 18th century oak chest
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
A very large flemish 18th century oak linen chest This can be used for general storage. Beautifully aged wood and gorgeous carvings troughout Mid 18th century - Belgium ​ Height:...
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18th Century Belgian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Neoclassical desk with lid and drawer. Grey.original hardware. Swedish
Located in MADRID, ES
Neoclassical swedish desk 19th century. Very good condition
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1810s Swedish Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Italy Late 19th Century Inlaid Walnut Buffet with Drawer or Low Cabinet
Located in Brescia, IT
This is a pleasant credenza or low cabinet, handmade in walnut with an inlaid in the same wood. The top has very beautiful drawing that distinguishes this antique buffet. Hand made...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Neoclassical Italian chest of drawers inlaid
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Neoclassical Italian chest of drawers inlaid Luxury Italian chest of drawers from Northern Italy - Milan area. A unique chest of drawers design with rich floral inlay, bronze gilt a...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

18th century, Italian Neoclassical Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in IT
18th century, Italian Neoclassical Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers This neoclassical chest of drawers was made in Piedmont in the second half of the 18th century, in carved and lacq...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Vitrine en bois laqué bleu/vert, rechampi or, Italie XVIIIe-début XIXe
Located in ROYÈRE-DE-VASSIVIÈRE, FR
Vitrine en bois laqué bleu/vert, rechampi or, Italie XVIIIe-début XIXe Elle ouvre à une porte vitrée (serrure munie de sa clé) sur trois étagères en verre, ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Chest Of Drawers, commode, Circa 1920
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A particularly large and well-built chest of drawers with three drawers. The cabinet comes from Eastern Europe and was made around 1925. The quality of antique pine doesn't get much ...
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1920s Hungarian Vintage Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Antique display cabinet/ shop counter
Located in Brussels, BE
This classic antique display cabinet/shop counter, is a piece crafted from oak and brass. It features two sliding doors on the backside, provi...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

Italian Sicilian wood briar Italian chest of drawers late 1800s
Located in Milano, IT
Allow me to transport you to the exquisite world of antique Sicilian craftsmanship with a late 1800s dresser that encapsulates the essence of Italian ar...
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1890s Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Rare Antique 19th century Dutch warm honey color classic Cylinder Desk
Located in Casteren, NL
Presented here is a magnificent antique cylinder desk crafted in the heart of the Netherlands during the mid-19th century, around 1850. This meti...
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany, Oak

Antique Cherry Commode, Late 18th Century
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Small feather cherry wood chest of drawers, late 18th century. Repurposed for dedicated use, bathroom cabinet, bedroom cabinet or other use. Pac...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cherry

Chest of Drawers, Late 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Three-drawer chest of drawers with slightly curved front, standing on tapered feet. The slanted corners as well as the skirt and the edges are decorated with filet marquetry.
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Late 18th Century European Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

French Mid Century Expandable Bar or Serving Table with Removeable Tray C1950s
Located in Trensacq, FR
A stylish Louis XVI Neoclassical style two-tier expandable serving table c1950 France. A sleek and stylish French dessert with ribbon detailing and tapered legs and finished with bra...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Ralph Lauren Brook Street Open Library Bookcases Part Suite
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite pair of RRP £16,600 Ralph Lauren Brook Street open library bookcases which are part of a suite I have around 40 pieces of new Ralp...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood

Large 18th Century Open Library Bookcase
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A large open display cupboard/bookcase. Made in Mantua Italy at the end of the 18th century for a monastery from local poplar and pine. Beautifully proportioned neoclassical style wi...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Poplar

Cabinet with Drawers and Dressing Table
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
Cabinet with drawers and dressing table. Red tinted sycamore veneer, solid wenge base. The cabinet presented here was custom-made according to the requests of one of our clients. It ...
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2010s French Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Sycamore, Wenge

Neo Renaissance Cabinet, Antique Style, Circa 1900.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Circa 1900 cabinet with feudal decorations, bone marquetry, early 20th century. H:176cm W: 126cm D: 40cm
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bone, Wood

French Armoirette Cabinet with 1 folding Door in solid stained cherry wood
Located in Landivy, FR
This French armoire is part of the Mélanie collection, a modern interpretation of the French Directoire style of the late 18th century. The Directoire style is famous for its straigh...
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2010s French Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Early 20th-Century Neoclassical Writing Desk Inlaid with Brass
Located in Opole, PL
Early 20th-Century Neoclassical Writing Desk Inlaid with Brass We present you a Neoclassical writing desk from the early 20th century. It is...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

18th Century Northern Italian Walnut Credenza, circa 1790
Located in Cagliari, IT
Fine Northern Italian (Veneto) walnut credenza-sideboard from the late 18th century with two doors and two dreawers. Inside the sideboard is separated into two compartments, each ...
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1790s Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Small commode
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Very decorative small marquetry commode, Italy, circa 1850. Inlaid with different woods such as mahogany and ebony. Bone has also been used. The lovely masterpiece is in a very good ...
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1850s Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bone, Ebony, Mahogany

Antique Swedish Inlaid Satin Birch Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique Swedish inlaid satin birch cabinet, dating from the 1920’s. This is of outstanding quality, it is beautifully made and is a very useful size. It is predominantly ...
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1920s Swedish Vintage Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Satinwood

Antique French Ormolu, Brass and Marquetry Ebonised Wood Sideboard
Located in London, GB
Antique French ormolu, brass and marquetry ebonised wood sideboard French, c. 1870 Height 110cm, width 154cm, depth 49cm Manufactured in France around 1870, this sideboard is wonderfully decorated using a wide array of complex techniques. The piece is surmounted by a maroon marble top naturally decorated with white and grey veining. Underneath it is an ormolu bead and reel frieze. The two central doors are inset with stunning marquetry floral panels. Each one displays a floral composition, the two being symmetrical reflections of one another. The flowers and foliage have been executed using numerous wood types, creating a play of tones, and adding depth to the composition. Richly cast ormolu mounts decorate the four corners surrounding the doors, while a crowned classical goddess...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Ormolu

18th century, Italian Half-moon Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in IT
18th century, Italian Half-moon Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers This refined neoclassical half-moon chest of drawers was made in Turin, towards the end of the 18th century. Entirely...
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Late 18th Century Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

Antique French Mahogany and Ormolu Cabinet by Grohé Frères
Located in London, GB
Antique French mahogany and ormolu cabinet by Grohé Frères French, c. 1860 Height 112cm, width 124cm, depth 52cm The well-known firm of cabinetmakers, Grohé Frères crafted this sup...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Ormolu

Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, German circa 1800/1810
Located in Greding, DE
Neoclassical chest of drawers with two drawers and brass profiles. The pilaster strips are fluted and also accentuated in brass. The chest of drawers stands on square pointed feet wi...
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Early 1800s German Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Antique Ormolu Mounted and Mahogany Corner Cabinets by Grohé Frères
Located in London, GB
Pair of antique ormolu mounted and mahogany corner cabinets by Grohé Frères French, c. 1860 Height 102cm, width 89cm, depth 47cm This stunning pair of ormolu and mahogany corner cab...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Ormolu

19th Century Pair French Neoclassic Mahogany Drum Cabinets
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Pair French Neoclassic Mahogany Drum Cabinets Two round neoclassical small furniture, drum cabinets mahogany veneered on softwood. Both of them marble topped. Inside on...
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1830s French Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Lacquered Crescent Bar, 1990s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Lacquered half-moon bar cabinet with faux crocodile doors bronze handles. The style echoes the French eclecticism of the 1940s and is art deco in flavor but echoes the neoclassical s...
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1990s Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

Masters Showcase by Paolo Buffa for the Permanent Cantù, 1950
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Sideboard with display case by Paolo Buffa for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, 1950s. Rosewood structure moved on the front and sides. The lowe...
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1950s Italian Vintage Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

Hardstone, Ormolu and Boulle Mounted Ebonised Wood Sideboard
Located in London, GB
Hardstone, ormolu and Boulle mounted ebonised wood sideboard French, Late 19th Century Height 114cm, width 178cm, depth 50cm This splendid sideboard, carved from ebonised wood, stan...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stone, Other, Ormolu

Secretary by Pierre Balmain, France, 1980
Located in Foggia, FG
Elegant secretaire designed by French original Pierre Balmain in the 1980s. The cabinet is easily transformable thanks to the flap door, which opens to provide space for a small desk...
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Early 2000s French Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Palisander

Antique Mahogany Cabinet/Wardrobe/Linen Press
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A fine late 18th century neoclassical mahogany linen press/wardrobe in fantastic original condition. With two large cupboard doors over three drawers. The cabinetmaker used only the...
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Late 18th Century British Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique Cabinet, 19th Century
Located in Kerepes, HU
We present to you this special 2-door guessboard in classic style.
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Late 19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

1810 Venetian Sideboard "Scantonata" in Cherry Wood
Located in Albignasego, IT
Venetian Sideboard "Scantonata" H. 97 cm – L. 197 cm – P. 49 cm Beautiful Venetian sideboard in solid cherry wood, with four doors and three drawers. The structure is typical of...
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1810s Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cherry

Huge Ralph Lauren American Hardwood Astral Glazed Bookcase
Located in GB
We are is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite Monumental, RRP £56,000 Ralph Lauren Astral Glazed, Thomas Chippendale style, library bookcase with internal lights I have ar...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Hardwood

French Armoirette with 1 folding door in solid cherry, mole-grey lacquered doors
Located in Landivy, FR
This French armoire is part of the Mélanie collection, a modern interpretation of the French Directoire style of the late 18th century. This style is famous for its straight, classi...
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2010s French Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Large Library Bookcase or Black Lacquer Three Shelves Display, France 1950
Located in Brussels, BE
Elegant oversized black lacquer and brass baluster book shelves or windows display. Three shelves. Entirely removable for shipping. French 1940 - beginning 1950.
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1940s French Vintage Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

French Walnut Cabinet Deux Corps Buffet Red and Gold Patinated, circa 1920
Located in Labrit, Landes
Buffet deux corps French cabinet, circa 1830 Neoclassical style, solid walnut and brass The patina was made recently with red paint and touches of gold Good antique condition S...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Unusual German Neoclassical Cabinet with Faux-Book Spine Decorated Door
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
An unusual and decorative cabinet of architectural form with one faux-book spine decorated door, enclosing two shelves. The stepped pediment with one drawer veneered with burl wood a...
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Early 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Classic by Carpanelli Iris Secretaire
Located in Desio, IT
The structure is solid wood slabs, the curly swirl is plated with briar-wood, the top shaped and enriched by an inlay of leaves and also by the Carpanelli trademark which is hand set. Underneath the top there are its little drawers.
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Pair of Neoclassical Style Sideboards
Located in Roveredo In Piano, IT
Pair of neoclassical style sideboards (reproduction of the sixteenth century) of the second half of the 1800, in soft wood. Two doors and a central drawer with Greek mouldings that r...
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

18th Century Pair of Neoclassical Commodes. Vienna, c. 1800.
Located in Vienna, AT
Hello, This elegant pair of neoclassical commodes is the best example of top-quality Viennese pieces from circa 1800. Viennese Neoclassi...
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18th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

18th Century Cherrywood Chest of Drawers, Josephinism Period, Austria circa 1790
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Beautiful cherrywood chest of drawers with inlay works from the late 18th century in Austria around 1790. This over 230 year old commode from the so-called...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

19th Century Venetian Neoclassical style Hand Painted Commode
Located in London, Park Royal
A Late 19th Century Venetian commode, hand painted in the Neoclassical style featuring fine scroll work in hues of brick pinks, yellow ochres, olive greens and blues on an old white ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

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

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