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Antique Hobbs
Co. London Regency Style Exotic Zebra Wood Collector
s Cabinet
By Hobbs
Co.
Located in Forney, TX
An extraordinarily rare collector's cabinet by Hobbs & Co., in most distinctive zebrawood, with
Category
Antique 19th Century English Regency Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Roadside Attraction
By Josie Tolliver Shaw
Located in New York, NY
still-life” that can be interpreted as a Wunderkammer or a Cabinet of Curiosities, in which objects can
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
French Empire Cast Iron Sphinx Paperweight, Early 19th Century
Located in Knivsta, SE
cabinet of curiosities.
A rare and evocative Empire-period piece that captures the timeless allure of
Category
Antique Early 1800s French Empire Paperweights
Materials
Iron
Italian and metal mayonnaise maker by Lavero, 1911
Located in MIlano, IT
cabinet of curiosity.
The bowl alone can be used as a food bowl, a small pocket emptier or an ashtray.
Category
Vintage 1910s Italian More Dining and Entertaining
Materials
Metal
Christian Dior Riviere cotton muslim blouse, summer 2025 season
By Christian Dior
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
blouse is part of the Dioriviera capsule collection and features the "Cabinet of Curiosities" motif, a
Category
2010s French Blouses
$417 Sale Price
28% Off
Vintage Botanical Mushroom Illustration, by E. Hochdanz, Stuttgart, Germany
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
value, perfect for gallery walls, studio spaces or cabinet-of-curiosities settings.
Size: 21 x 29 cm
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Bauhaus Prints
Materials
Paper
Jacques Grüber Vitrine
By Jacques Gruber
Located in New York, NY
This carved Wisteria vitrine cabinet by Jacques Grüber is a breathtaking exemplar of French Art
Category
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Vitrines
Materials
Silk, Glass, Walnut
$49,500
WMF “Max and Moritz” Silver-Plated Cork Holder, circa 1900
Located in Hamburg, DE
cabinet of curiosities.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
Coco De Mer Sculpture by Glyn Lockett
By Glyn Lockett
Located in Bagshot, GB
collectors of ethnographic and natural history artefacts originally displayed in cabinets of curiosities of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Natural Specimens
Materials
Pearl, Gilt Metal
Vintage Italian Blown Glass Fish Ornaments - Set of Three
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
interiors, adding charm to a bookshelf, or creating a focal point in a curated cabinet of curiosities. Each
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Blown Glass
Late 19th Century Oil Lamp – Porcelain – Dog Head with Glass Eyes
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
make a playful yet elegant addition to a cabinet of curiosities or any decorative interior.
Condition
Category
Antique 1890s German Belle Époque Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain, Glass
Rare 18th Century English Still Life of Grapes, Peaches and Strawberries
Located in Harkstead, GB
cultural fascination with collecting, classifying, and displaying nature, seen in things like cabinets of
Category
18th Century Old Masters Still-life Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Very Large Exquisite Pyritized Ammonite Pair (Speetoniceras sp.)
Located in New York, NY
exceptional piece is perfect for any serious fossil collector's cabinet of curiosities, adding a touch of
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Russian Prehistoric Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone, Pyrite
17th Century White Statuary Marble Italian Antique Sculpture, 1660s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
-called cabinet of curiosities. It has some small losses and signs of aging (see photo), but is overall in
Category
Antique 1660s Italian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Marble
Vintage Botanical Mushroom Illustration, by E. Hochdanz, Stuttgart, Germany
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
interiors inspired by scientific curiosity, Victorian collections or cabinet-of-curiosities aesthetics. A
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Bauhaus Prints
Materials
Paper
Ostrich Egg Sculpture by Glyn Lockett
By Glyn Lockett
Located in Bagshot, GB
displayed in cabinets of curiosities of Kunsthammer, his pieces all using natural and often precious
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Great Britain (UK) Natural Specimens
Materials
Coral, Brass
Coco De Mer Sculpture by Glyn Lockett
By Glyn Lockett
Located in Bagshot, GB
cabinets of curiosities of Kunsthammer, his pieces all using natural and often precious materials, have a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Natural Specimens
Materials
Pearl, Brass
Coco De Mer Sculpture by Glyn Lockett
By Glyn Lockett
Located in Bagshot, GB
cabinets of curiosities of Kunsthammer, his pieces all using natural and often precious materials, have a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Natural Specimens
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl
Rhea Egg Lamp by Glyn Lockett
By Glyn Lockett
Located in Bagshot, GB
cabinets of curiosities of Kunsthammer, his pieces all using natural and often precious materials, have a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Table Lamps
Materials
Brass
The Traveler’s Monument – Marble and Onyx Grand Tour Obelisk, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
study in geology and Victorian craftsmanship, perfect for a desk, mantel, or cabinet of curiosities.
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Obelisks
Materials
Onyx, Marble
Vintage Boho Carved Marble Bust of a Lincoln
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, or cabinet of curiosities.
Petite yet commanding in presence, this sculpture measures 3.5 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian American Classical Busts
Materials
Marble
Lobster sculpture Mauro Manetti italian design circa 1950
By Mauro Manetti
Located in Paris, FR
as a statement piece on a coffee table, shelf, or in a cabinet of curiosities.
Mauro Manetti is one
Category
20th Century Italian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Metal, Silver Plate, Pewter
Elephant with obelisk, English 19th century, signed
Located in Madrid, ES
.
This piece is in perfect condition. Ideal as a collector's item or as a centerpiece in a cabinet of
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Animal Sculptures
Materials
Malachite, Bronze
Italian modern Wooden sculpture of a bone by N.F. Puccio, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
decorative object, perfect for your cabinet of curiosity. The wood has been meticulously painted to look like
Category
1990s Italian Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Italian 19th Century Napoleon III Lacquered Tin Lidded Vases with Scenes
Located in Atlanta, GA
, or within a cabinet of curiosities. They blend particularly well in interiors that appreciate a touch
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Napoleon III Vases
Materials
Tin
Shaker Tall Cabinet With Door and Drawers, Steel Cupboard by Jim Rose
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
This tall cabinet exemplifies Jim Rose’s legacy at its most distilled and disciplined—an object
Category
Early 2000s American Shaker Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Pearl with Apple
By Josie Tolliver Shaw
Located in New York, NY
a Cabinet of Curiosities, in which objects can be collected and displayed to relay a narrative.
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Skull Lapis Lazuli Sculpture Minature
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
collector's cabinet of curiosities and wonder. Measures: 2" long, 1.75" high
Cabinets of curiosities
Category
Antique 1890s German Baroque Revival Natural Specimens
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
Jim Rose, Two Door Strip Quilt Cabinet, Functional Art Steel Furniture
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
Wunderkammer: Victor's Cabinet of Curiosities – 5th Anniversary Special Exhibit, Gallery VICTOR
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Materials
Steel
Vintage Coastal Shark Mount
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
conversation piece for a coastal beach house, a sophisticated "man cave," or an eclectic cabinet of curiosities
Category
Late 20th Century American Animal Sculptures
Materials
Resin
Pair Rare French Mid-Century Modern Craftsman Floor Lamps, Jean Charles Moreux
By Jean-Charles Moreux
Located in New York, NY
cabinet of curiosities. These lamps bring all of the that into a functional interior design context: the
Category
Vintage 1930s French Brutalist Floor Lamps
Materials
Twig, Hardwood
Seascape Oil Painting by H. Elmar, 19th Century
Located in NICE, FR
this marine artwork.
This piece would be a striking addition to a classic interior, a cabinet of
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Napoleon III Paintings
Materials
Canvas
Wall Cabinet - Shaker Inspired Case Furniture in Steel with Drawers and Cupboard
Located in Chicago, IL
Nathan Gallery
Group Exhibitions:
2022 Wunderkammer: Victor's Cabinet of Curiosities – 5th Anniversary
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Italian Modern Wooden Botanic Model
By Robert Brendel
Located in Roma, IT
Wunderkammer, Cabinet of curiosities, but also for a nice and original home decoration.
This specimen, never
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Wood
Not Today, Contemporary Black and White Photographic Print on Metal
By Amanda Lomax
Located in Boston, MA
living face-to-face with the fleeting nature of life, adding to our cabinet of curiosities. This work by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Figurative Photography
Materials
Metal
19th Century Gold Wood French Signed F. Barbedienne Paris Shield Sculpture
Located in Vicoforte, IT
and presentations.
A rare and remarkable piece, a masterpiece perfect for enriching a cabinet of
Category
1860s Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Carved Wood Turtle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
bookshelf, a sophisticated paperweight on a study desk, or an intriguing object in a cabinet of curiosities
Category
Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Discobolus Discus Thrower Classic Bronze Sculpture
Located in Red Lion, PA
Discobolus is a perfect addition to a library, study, or cabinet of curiosities, offering a tangible link to
Category
20th Century Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
$540 Sale Price
20% Off
Miniature Salesman
s Sample French Louis XV Inlaid Jewelery Box
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
appreciate the authenticity and rarity of this piece. Whether displayed in a cabinet of curiosities, on a
Category
Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Brass
Carved Coconut With Sterling Silver Mounts Attributed to Horace Woodward
Co
By Horace Woodward
Co. Ltd.
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
rare survivor of the 19th Century, and would be a great addition to a cabinet of curiosities.
Marked
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Centerpieces and Tazzas
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Humidor with Secret Compartment by Glynn Lockett
By Glyn Lockett
Located in Bagshot, GB
and natural history artefacts originally displayed in cabinets of curiosities of Kunsthammer, his
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Cigar Boxes and Humidors
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Metal, Silver
Vintage Boho Gilt Candlestick
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
touch of "Cabinet of Curiosities" charm to a curated library or an eclectic dining table.
Measuring 6
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Candlesticks
Materials
Brass
Antique Painted Memento Mori Skull, Dated 1769 Birth Year of Napoleon I
Located in Doha, QA
century.
Memento Mori skulls were treasured in chapels, monastic cells, and cabinets of curiosity, serving
Category
Antique 18th Century French Baroque Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paint
Italian Contemporary Hand Painted Print Albertus Seba "Corallium Rubrum", 2 of 5
Located in Scandicci, Florence
the famous illustrations by Albertus Seba' Cabinet of Natural Curiosities.
These prints are available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Prints
Materials
Paper
Italian Contemporary Hand Painted Print Albertus Seba "Corallium Rubrum", 1 of 5
Located in Scandicci, Florence
the famous illustrations by Albertus Seba' Cabinet of Natural Curiosities.
These prints are available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Prints
Materials
Paper
Italian Contemporary Hand Painted Print Albertus Seba "Corallium Rubrum", 4 of 5
Located in Scandicci, Florence
from the famous illustrations by Albertus Seba' Cabinet of Natural Curiosities.
These prints are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Prints
Materials
Paper
Italian Contemporary Hand Painted Print Albertus Seba "Corallium Rubrum", 5 of 5
Located in Scandicci, Florence
the famous illustrations by Albertus Seba' Cabinet of Natural Curiosities.
These prints are available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Prints
Materials
Paper
Italian Contemporary Hand Painted Print Albertus Seba "Corallium Rubrum", 3 of 5
Located in Scandicci, Florence
the famous illustrations by Albertus Seba' Cabinet of Natural Curiosities.
These prints are available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Prints
Materials
Paper
Vintage Coastal Cast Bronze Octopus Vase - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
a standout addition to a "cabinet of curiosities" collection or a traditional library. Seize the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Vases
Materials
Bronze
1930s Rare Christofle Gallia Silver Plated Sauce Boat with Eagle Handle
By Christofle
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
table or in a cabinet of curiosities, it is sure to attract attention for its rarity, craftsmanship, and
Category
Early 20th Century French Sheffield and Silverplate
Materials
Silver Plate
Vienna Woven Bronze Basket Box with Cold-Painted Rabbit, Attributed to Bergman
By Franz Bergmann
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. Perfect for display on a desk, vanity, or within a cabinet of curiosities, this piece offers both
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian High Victorian Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bronze
3 Pc, Natalia Brilli Lampskin Leather Jewelry Suite
Located in Atlanta, GA
designer proceeds daily, in the form of a cabinet of curiosities, to collect objects defined in turn as
Category
20th Century French Jewelry Boxes
Materials
Leather
Fertile Sea: white abstract relief sculpture of the ocean, wall or shelf mounted
By Ava Blitz
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
or scientific curiosity in a "Wunderkammer," or historical cabinet of curiosities. It is signed on
Category
2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Plaster
A 17th century Augsburg ebonized cabinet with painted pietra paesina panels
Located in PARIS, FR
for “kunstkammer” (curiosity cabinets).
Having no use in terms of storage, it was designed as a
Category
Antique Mid-17th Century German Renaissance Cabinets
Materials
Marble
$12,057 Sale Price
20% Off
Shaker Inspired Chest of Drawers, Steel Furniture Natural Rust Patina
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
distinguished by its emphasis on durability, adaptability, and use. Cabinets, chairs, benches, and tables were
Category
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel
Saved: My Picture World
By Rizzoli International Publications
Located in New York, NY
Diane Keaton’s cabinet of saved and found photographic curiosities is a visual autobiography of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Materials
Paper
$55 / item
Antique Flemish Dutch Antwerp Red Tortoiseshell Box Cabinet Chest On Stand
Located in Forney, TX
footed sugar chest silverware cutlery case tabletop collectors cupboard curiosity cabinet of curiosities
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Baroque Decorative Boxes
Materials
Bone, Tortoise Shell, Rosewood, Horn, Wood, Ebony
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- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, 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.
- What is a pantry cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A pantry cabinet is like a freestanding cupboard for storing dry goods. They’re typically tall and have drawers and shelves.
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An apothecary cabinet is a type of cupboard formerly used by pharmacists and physicians to store medicines and tools in the many small compartments drawers. Today, apothecary cabinets are popular in homes as antique or rustic-looking decor.
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- What is a hutch cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A hutch cabinet — or hutch — refers to a type of case furniture. Today, when people say “hutch,” they are commonly referring to a set of shelves or cabinets placed on top of a lower structure that features cabinets or drawers. Hutches are most often found in dining rooms or kitchens. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary hutches and other case pieces from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a smoker’s cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A smoker's cabinet is a piece of furniture designed to hold accessories used by cigarette and pipe smokers. Although designs vary, most include a swiveling shelf for ashtrays and a pipe rack hidden behind a door. On 1stDibs, find a range of smoker's cabinets.
- What is a curio cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A curio cabinet (or curiosity cabinet) is a large display case typically made of glass with a wooden frame. Small collections are stored in curio cabinets: jewelry, figurines, crystal or any small objects with a common theme.
- What are built in cabinets?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Built-in cabinets are cabinets that are constructed to fit a specific space. Typically these cabinets are set into the wall.
- What is a specimen cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A specimen cabinet refers to a particular style of cabinetry designed to hold scientific specimens. A specimen cabinet will have large and shallow drawers to better display and access the specimens. Shop a selection of cabinets, including specimen cabinets, on 1stDibs.
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An inset cabinet has doors, shelves and drawers that fit inside the face frame openings, with minimal gaps between the components.
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- What is a barrister cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A barrister cabinet is a cabinet featuring glass panes along the front that allow you to see the contents at a glance, while protecting the items inside from collecting dust. Browse an array of barrister cabinets from some of the top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
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