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19th Century Chinese Miniature Lacquer and Gilt Table Cabinet or Jewelry Chest
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
the cabinet features hand painted gilt decorations with architectural and botanic themes on the top
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Bone, Wood

Antique Maison Fenoux Tabacco Cigar Cabinet from 1850, Napoleon III, with Inlay
Located in Hoogeveen, NL
For the cigar smoker! This French Napoleon III cigar box / cabinet is an addition to your office or
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Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Brass

Victor VE-230 VV-230 Flat Top Mahogany Cabinet Electric Victrola Record Player
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Victor VE-230 VV-230 Flat Top Mahogany Cabinet Electric Victrola Record Player. Item features an
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1920s Victorian Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Mahogany

Clock Face Numerical Billiards Scorer Oak Cabinet with Rotating Dials
By John Thurston
Located in Radstock, GB
An exceptionally rare and fine quality Billiards marker by Thurston of London circa 1860 Constructed from an excellent cut of English oak with a shaped pediment. There are four...
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1860s English Early Victorian Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Oak

Important curtained filing cabinet / triple notary cabinet, France, Circa 1900
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
Important curtained filing cabinet / triple notary cabinet, France, Circa 1900 Large piece of
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Wood

Victorian Brass Hardware Collector s Cabinet
Located in New Orleans, LA
Wunderkammern, or "cabinet of curiosities," seemingly arbitrary collections of all manner of exotic and unique
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Curiosity Cabinet

Materials

Brass

Iron display cabinet, circa 1920
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This polished iron display cabinet from the 1920s exudes pure industrial charm. With its sturdy
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1920s German Industrial Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Iron

Rare Centennial Walnut Chippendale Style Collector s Dental Cabinet circa 1876
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a very unique piece, a true curiosity if you will. The cabinet is designed in the
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1870s American Late Victorian Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Mirror, Walnut

19th Century Narwhal Tusk with Cites Certificate, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
-unicorn". The tusks were staples of the cabinet of curiosities. European knowledge of the tusk's origin
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19th Century Unknown Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Bone

19th Century Narwhal Tusk with Cites Certificate, circa 1890
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
-unicorn". The tusks were staples of the cabinet of curiosities. European knowledge of the tusk's origin
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19th Century Unknown Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Bone

Cabinet on Stand Dutch Renaissance Oak Ebonised Secret Locking Mechanism Key
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
it owners valuable objects being used as a cabinet of curiosity or documents or money. Dutch cabinet
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17th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Oak

17th Century Antwerp Cabinet with Painted Panels Attributed to H. Van Balen
Located in PARIS, FR
in "The Metamorphoses" were perfectly suited subjects for cabinets of curiosities whose function was
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Early 17th Century Belgian Louis XIII Antique Curiosity Cabinet

Materials

Wood, Paint

Italian Art Nouveau wood glass and brass service table with doors, 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
your living room as a coffee table next to your sofa or as a display or curiosity cabinet for all your
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Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Curiosity Cabinet

Materials

Brass

Solid Silver Columbine Goblet with a lid
Located in Schellebelle, BE
complete your Cabinet of Curiosities
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Early 1900s Dutch Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Sterling Silver

Botanic Scientific Specimen, Italy, 1900
By Osterloh Modell
Located in Milan, IT
, corollas, scientific names and species. Today, in addition to being collected for the Wunderkammer, Cabinet
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Early 20th Century German Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Metal

Botanic Model, Italy 1900
By Paravia
Located in Milan, IT
, corollas, scientific names and species. Today, in addition to being collected for the Wunderkammer, Cabinet
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Metal

Botanic Model, Italy 1900
By Paravia
Located in Milan, IT
, corollas, scientific names and species. Today, in addition to being collected for the Wunderkammer, Cabinet
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Metal

Botanic Model, Germany 1900 ca
By Osterloh Modell
Located in Milan, IT
for the Wunderkammer, Cabinet of curiosities, they are also suitable for decorating tables.
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Early 20th Century German Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Metal

Antique German Head Shoulders Anatomical Model by F M Lautenschläger
Located in London, GB
Cabinet of Curiosities, Gothic Antique, Anatomical Sculpture. Antique German Head & Shoulders Anatomical
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1910s German Industrial Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Metal

Poland round miner s lantern in brass, late 1800s-early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
has scattered signs. Measurements in cm 8x35h This particular object is perfect for your cabinet of
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Early 20th Century Polish Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Brass

German miner s lantern in brass, late 1800s-early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
cabinet of curiosity or your historical collection. If you are interested in this product or need photos
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Early 20th Century German Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Brass

Antique Iron Greyhound Dog Muzzle, circa 1850
Located in Milano, MI
display in your Cabinet of Curiosities, as we did in our Wunderkammer exhibition, see image enclosed.            
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Iron

Gold-Mounted Agate Bonbonnière in the Form of an Orange, mid-18th century.
Located in London, GB
or incorporated into curiosity cabinets. The present example exemplifies the refined wit and
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18th Century Antique Curiosity Cabinet

17th Century Spanish Bargueno and Taquillon in Walnut and Bone Marquetry
Located in Paris, FR
cabinet of curiosities for precious objects. The bargueno is based on the surprise element of
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16th Century French Baroque Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Wrought Iron

Early 20th century French Chromed Metal, Mirror and Glass Wall Shelf, 1920s
Located in LEGNY, FR
sliding glass doors Perfect for: Boutique, living room, bathroom, cabinet of curiosities, perfume
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1920s French Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Metal

19th Century, French, Wooden Secretaire Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
inspiring curiosities, while two symmetrical lower cabinets form the outlines of a unique kneehole desk. The
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Glass, Wood

Antique George IV Mahogany Stepback Bookcase c. 1830
Located in Westfield, MA
use as a bookcase, cabinet of curiosities, or refined storage in any formal setting. 88h x 43w x 20d
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Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Mahogany

17th Century, English Carved Oak Court Cupboard Sideboard
Located in Forney, TX
cabinet, dresser, curiosity, bookcase, or simply displayed as a fascinating statement piece. CONDITION
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17th Century English Medieval Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Iron

19th Century Italian Sculpture White Carrara Skull, Black Marquina Marble Bust
Located in Firenze, IT
that life offers. It may be the perfect object to be displayed in a curiosities cabinet or on the study
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19th Century Renaissance Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Marble

Monumental 19th Century American Glass Cloche
Located in Chicago, IL
bun feet, and just waiting for you turn it into your very own cabinets of curiosities.
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19th Century American Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Blown Glass, Wood

Botanic Scientific Specimen, Italy, 1900
By Paravia
Located in Milan, IT
, corollas, scientific names and species. Today, in addition to being collected for the Wunderkammer, Cabinet
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Metal

Botanic Scientific Specimen, Italy 1900
By Paravia
Located in Milan, IT
Wunderkammer, Cabinet of curiosities, they are also suitable for decorating tables.
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Plaster, Wood, Paper

Botanic Model Brendel, Germany, 1900
By Reinhold Brendel
Located in Milan, IT
for the Wunderkammer, Cabinet of curiosities, they are also suitable for decorating tables.
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Late 19th Century German Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Metal

Botanic Model, Germany, 1900
By Osterloh Modell
Located in Milan, IT
for the Wunderkammer, Cabinet of curiosities, they are also suitable for decorating tables.
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Early 20th Century German Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Plaster, Wood, Paper

Collection of Seven 19th Century English Brass Magnifying Glasses on Mounts
Located in Chicago, IL
glasses transcend their original purpose, becoming a splendid addition to your cabinet of curiosities
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19th Century English Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Brass

19th Century Italian Ivory Painted and Carved Hand Sculpture of Female Arm
Located in Milano, MI
mid-19th century. A perfect unique work to display in your Cabinet of Curiosities, as we did in
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Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Pine

Botanic Model Brendel, Germany 1900
By Reinhold Brendel
Located in Milan, IT
. Today, in addition to being collected for the Wunderkammer, Cabinet of curiosities, they are also
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Late 19th Century German Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Metal

Antique Indian Christian Carved Wooden Shrine with Silk, 19th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
create a cabinet of curiosities atmosphere.
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19th Century Indian Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Silk, Wood

19th Century Lizard and Snake: Nature s Battle Captured in Gilt Bronze
Located in New York, NY
as a cabinet curiosity or collector's objet d'art.
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19th Century French Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Bronze

Antique Hand Carved Coco De Mer Silver Mount Nut Box
Located in Long Island City, NY
century. Antique and Vintage Carved Seed Cases and Boxes, Specimen, and Collectibles. Cabinet of
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Early 20th Century European Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Silver

18th Century Italian Cast Gilt Bronze Skull
Located in Milano, MI
beautiful collectible piece of 18th century for your Wunderkammern cabinet de curiosities. This artwork
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18th Century Italian Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Bronze

Articulated Japanese Bronze animal, Turtle signed by Hata – Japan, Meiji/Taisho
Located in PARIS, FR
collectors and cabinet of curiosity enthusiasts. The turtle, an ancestral symbol of longevity in Japan, is
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Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Bronze

Italian Memento Mori skull - 17th century
Located in Bruxelles, BE
their carvings. It is the type of object that one finds in a kunstkammer, or cabinet of curiosities, so
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17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Marble

The artist s studio - 17th c. Antwerp school
Located in PARIS, FR
busts, a painter's workshop is thus transformed into a cabinet of curiosities and through the choice of
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Late 17th Century Flemish School Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Canvas, Oil

Pair, Grand Tour Style Italian Bronzed Plaques Aldrovandi Homer
Located in Atlanta, GA
; his name in Italian is equally given as Aldroandi. He is also known for the most important cabinet of
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19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Bronze

Double-Sided 1709 Drawing After Dürer – Rhinoceros Hippopotamus
Located in Stockholm, SE
. This double-sided format itself might have been intended for a collector’s cabinet of curiosities or an
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Early 1700s Old Masters Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Paper, Ink

20th century pair of Nautilus with silver garnish, England
By English School
Located in Valladolid, ES
skilled goldsmiths, these shells began to conquer the Wunderkammer, also known as a cabinet of curiosities
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1920s English Baroque Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Silver

Albarello Apothecary Pharmacy Jar Table Lamp, Rod of Asclepius Medical Symbol
By Cantagalli, Deruta
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
history, as well as wunderkammer or cabinet of curiosity enthusiasts. ⸻ Please note: The lamp is fully
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Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Brass

Curiosity Cabinet, Oak, Scandinavian, 18th-Early 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A very late 18th to early 19th century Scandinavian Curiosity cabinet. Handcrafted in European oak
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Late 18th Century Scandinavian Gustavian Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Oak

Curiosity Cabinet Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
name of the shell. This set, ideal for a cabinet of coriosity, is part of an important collection of
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Early 20th Century Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Shell

Curiosity cabinet Collection of Shells Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
taxidermy. This set, ideal for a cabinet of coriosity, is part of an important collection of several hundred
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Early 20th Century French Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
taxidermy. This set, ideal for a cabinet of coriosity, is part of an important collection of several hundred
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Early 20th Century Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
taxidermy. This set, ideal for a cabinet of coriosity, is part of an important collection of several hundred
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Early 20th Century French Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
name of the shell. The set, stored In a beige box and ideal for a cabinet of coriosity, is part of an
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Early 20th Century French Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
name of the shell. This set, ideal for a cabinet of coriosity, is part of an important collection of
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Early 20th Century French Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
taxidermy. This set, ideal for a cabinet of coriosity, is part of an important collection of several hundred
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Early 20th Century French Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Shell

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shell circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
taxidermy. This set, ideal for a cabinet of coriosity, is part of an important collection of several hundred
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Early 20th Century French Antique Curiosity Cabinet

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Shell

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Antique Curiosity Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique curiosity cabinet for your home. An antique curiosity cabinet — often made from wood, shell and metal — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique curiosity cabinet — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique curiosity cabinet, designed in the Victorian, Industrial or Baroque style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique curiosity cabinet over the years, but those crafted by Burroughes Watts, George Wright of London and American Cabinet Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Curiosity Cabinet?

Prices for an antique curiosity cabinet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $156 and can go as high as $398,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,323.
Questions About Antique Curiosity Cabinet
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, curio cabinet is short for curiosity cabinet. This name comes from the fact that the cabinets allow you to view whatever you store inside through glass doors, sparking curiosity. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of curio cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    For an item to be considered antique, it needs to be 100 years or older. It can be tricky to determine the age of a cabinet on your own. The best way to determine the value and age of your china cabinet is to work with a certified appraiser. You’ll find expertly vetted antique china cabinets and other furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    How much an antique china cabinet is worth depends on the style of the cabinet, age and condition. Any additional features/decorative touches might increase the worth of the cabinet. That is, a cabinet with hand painting or carving will cost more in general. Also, the older the cabinet, the more its value. An antique china cabinet can be purchased for $1500 onwards. Find a collection of antique china cabinets today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    How much an antique record player cabinet is worth depends on a variety of factors. The age, materials, maker and condition all impact value. If the record player remains inside the cabinet, and whether or not it is operational will also affect the price you can expect to receive for it. Having the cabinet evaluated by a certified appraiser is a simple way to find out how much your piece is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of record players.