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Handmade Coco de Mer Wall Mount in Tinted Plaster Pink
Located in Tetbury, GB
A quirky variation on a classic from the cabinet of curiosities. Each example is handmade using
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Handmade Coco de Mer Wall Mount in Tinted Plaster Mint
Located in Tetbury, GB
A quirky variation on a classic from the cabinet of curiosities. Each example is handmade using
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Handmade Coco de Mer Wall Mount in Tinted Plaster Blue
Located in Tetbury, GB
A quirky variation on a classic from the cabinet of curiosities. Each example is handmade using
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Handmade Coco de Mer Wall Mount in Tinted Plaster Stone
Located in Tetbury, GB
A quirky variation on a classic from the cabinet of curiosities. Each example is handmade using
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Handmade Coco de Mer Wall Mount in Tinted Plaster Forest Green
Located in Tetbury, GB
A quirky variation on a classic from the cabinet of curiosities. Each example is handmade using
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Artemide Curiosity 36 Table Lamp in Black by Davide Oppizzi
By Davide Oppizzi, Artemide
Located in Hicksville, NY
of the cabinet of curiosity, was born from the desire to offer a small exhibition to all those who
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Group of 6 Handmade Coco de Mer Wall Mounts in Tinted Plaster
Located in Tetbury, GB
A quirky variation on a Classic from the cabinet of curiosities. Each example is handmade using
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

"Specimen N*01" Side table in bleached maple and handmade leather marquetry
By Atelier C.u.b
Located in Montreal, QC
Inspired by cabinets of curiosity, and naturalized insects, we've created an imaginary new specimen
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2010s Canadian Other End Tables

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Leather, Wood

Cabinet Painting
By Angelina Gualdoni
Located in New York, NY
abstraction. The painting is inspired by a cabinet of curiosity, and it depicts Mesoamerican artifacts
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2010s Contemporary Abstract Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic

Set of Six Johann Leonhard Frisch Duck Engravings
By JOHANN LEONHARD FRISCH
Located in New York, NY
natural history and the collections of specimens to form the Cabinet of Curiosities so beloved of this
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Prints

NICOLAS S BOOTS
By Alexis Zambrano
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
like a cabinet of curiosities of his perspectives and passions. Growing up in Monterrey, Mexico in an
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2010s Paintings

Ninon, skull vanité, still life sculpture by Laurence Le Constant
By Laurence Le Constant
Located in Paris, FR
cabinet of curiosities. The work of Laurence Le Constant sketches out the contours of a bewitching world
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Jokers Wild–Nostalgic Still Life Painting of Toys, Trinkets, and Artistic Tools
Located in London, GB
cabinet of curiosities frozen in time. Yet, upon closer examination, the composition reveals itself to be
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Late 20th Century French School Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Panel

Talya, skull vanité, still life sculpture by Laurence Le Constant
By Laurence Le Constant
Located in Paris, FR
bones, where the artist becomes an archaeologist of memory, creating a cabinet of curiosities. The work
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Brass

Woodland Interiors, Black Walnut, drypoint and flocking, unframed series of 5
Located in Toronto, Ontario
exhibitions include the installation “A Cabinet of Critical Mass Curiosity” and the project and group show
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2010s Contemporary Interior Prints

Materials

Drypoint

Woodland Interiors Suite, White Pine, unframed drypoint and flocking
Located in Toronto, Ontario
exhibitions include the installation “A Cabinet of Critical Mass Curiosity” and the project and group show
Category

2010s Contemporary Interior Prints

Materials

Drypoint

Woodland Interiors Suite, White Oak, unframed drypoint and flocking
Located in Toronto, Ontario
exhibitions include the installation “A Cabinet of Critical Mass Curiosity” and the project and group show
Category

2010s Contemporary Interior Prints

Materials

Drypoint

Woodland Interiors Suite, Sugar Maple, unframed drypoint and flocking
Located in Toronto, Ontario
exhibitions include the installation “A Cabinet of Critical Mass Curiosity” and the project and group show
Category

2010s Contemporary Interior Prints

Materials

Drypoint

Woodland Interiors, Cottonwood Shadows, drypoint and flocking unframed suite 5
Located in Toronto, Ontario
exhibitions include the installation “A Cabinet of Critical Mass Curiosity” and the project and group show
Category

2010s Contemporary Interior Prints

Materials

Drypoint

17th Century Cabinet of Curiosities
Located in New Orleans, LA
cabinet of curiosities. Once a term used to describe entire rooms dedicated to humanity’s insatiable
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Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Cabinets

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Bronze

Cabinet of Curiosities Antique Book Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Discover the enchanting allure of this Cabinet of Curiosities, a unique antique book and plaster
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Modern Religious Items

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Cabinet of Curiosities Shelve Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of curiosities of plaster figures and pieces in a wooden stand. Made in traditional
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Modern Religious Items

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Cabinet of Curiosities Shelve Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of curiosities of plaster figures and pieces in a wooden stand. Made in traditional
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Modern Religious Items

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Cabinet of Curiosities Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Exquisite cabinet of Curiosities showcasing a stunning collection of plaster figures and pieces
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Modern Religious Items

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Cabinet of Curiosities Antique Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of curiosities of plaster baby Jesus on a wooden stand. Made in traditional Catalan
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Modern Religious Items

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Cabinet of Curiosities Drawer Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of curiosities of plaster figures and pieces in a wooden niche. Made in traditional
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Modern Religious Items

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Large Cabinet of Curiosity Ostrich Egg on a Gold Stand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
desk, book case or cabinet of curiosity. No 19th century library or specimen room was complete without
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Late 20th Century Unknown Other Collectibles and Curiosities

Materials

Metal

Cabinet of Curiosities Shelve Sculptural Wall Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of curiosities of plaster figures and pieces in a wooden wall stand. Made in traditional
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Modern Religious Items

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Cabinet of Curiosities Antique Book Sculptural Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of curiosities of plaster pieces and antique book artwork. Made in traditional Catalan
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Modern Religious Items

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Cabinet of Curiosities Sculptural Corner Wall Shelving Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of curiosities of plaster figures and pieces in a wooden drawer. Made in traditional
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Modern Religious Items

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Cabinet of Curiosities Sculptural Artwork on a Wooden Niche, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of curiosities of plaster figures and pieces in a wooden drawer. Made in traditional
Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Modern Religious Items

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Cabinet of Curiosities with Plaster Figures – Olot, Spain, Circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of Curiosities with Plaster Figures – Olot, Spain, Circa 1950 This captivating cabinet of
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Wood

Neapolitan Baroque Cabinet of Curiosities / Tortoise and Ebony with Egliomise
Located in Dallas, TX
A very impressive Italian Baroque (Neapolitan) cabinet of curiosities on stand. The cabinet is made
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Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Cabinets

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Glass, Ebony

17th Century Hand Painted Blue Swiss Baroque Multi-Drawer Cabinet of Curiosity
Located in Middleburg, VA
"Cabinet of Curiosity". This is a fabulous addition to your collection and for your collection
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Antique 17th Century Swiss Baroque Cabinets

Materials

Wrought Iron

Cabinet of Curiosities Sculptural Artwork on a Wooden Cabinet, Circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of curiosities of plaster figures, pieces and collectibles in a wooden and glass vitrine
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Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Wood

18th Century European Curiosity Cabinet, Estate Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A highly unusual European 18th century ‘Cabinet of Curiosities’. A unique and characterful piece of
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Antique 18th Century European Country Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood

Curtained filing cabinet / double notary cabinet, Art Deco / Industrial, 1940 s
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
be suitable for multiple uses (bookcase, cupboard, cabinet of curiosities, etc.). Art Deco
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Wood

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

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian modern Scientific anatomical model of the foot bones in plastic, 2000s
Located in MIlano, IT
24x12x30h This scale model is perfect for your cabinet of curiosity. This oddity can be displayed in a study
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Models and Miniatures

Materials

Metal

Yellow Marine Sponge Mounted on an Antique Socle
Located in Leesburg, VA
-inspired cabinet of curiosities.
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Nautical Objects

Materials

Organic Material, Wood

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 Cabinets

Materials

Wood

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
Category

Early 20th Century German Scientific Instruments

Materials

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
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Scientific Instruments

Materials

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
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Vintage French Box of 25 Prosthetic Eyes by Roger Beauraing Circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Antique, Anatomical Antique, Anatomical Model, Scientific Antique, Gothic Antique, Cabinet of Curiosities
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Vintage 1930s French Gothic Scientific Instruments

Materials

Fabric, Faux Leather, Glass, Blown Glass, Plastic, Paper

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 Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

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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Antique Mid-19th Century British Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

Materials

Iron

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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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Renaissance Kuntskammer Modeled Ornamental Turning in Glass Dome
Located in New York, NY
cabinets of curiosity. Today the majority of the original antique examples can be found in such museums as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Renaissance Models and Miniatures

Materials

Glass, Resin, Wood

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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Vintage 1910s German Industrial Scientific Instruments

Materials

Metal

Important 1925 Dresser with Birchbark and Inlaid with Minerals
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
cabinet of curiosities.
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2010s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

Italian mid-century modern Double coil tattoo machine by Iron Work Horse, 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
will be perfect for you cabinet of curiosity, in fact it's a piece of the history of the little
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Historical Memorabilia

Materials

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 Historical Memorabilia

Materials

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 Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Brass

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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Antique 19th Century Unknown Taxidermy

Materials

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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Antique 19th Century Unknown Taxidermy

Materials

Bone

Huge Narwhal Tusk with Cites Certificate, circa 1978
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
tusk was from a "sea-unicorn". The tusks were staples of the cabinet of curiosities. European knowledge
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20th Century Taxidermy

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Cabinet Of Curiosities For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of cabinet of curiosities for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique cabinet of curiosities was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and paper. Find 21 antique and vintage cabinet of curiosities at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Cabinet of curiosities have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Cabinet of curiosities bearing Industrial or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Cabinet of curiosities have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Massimo Listri, Albertus Seba and Amin Jaffer are consistently popular.

How Much are Cabinet Of Curiosities?

Cabinet of curiosities can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,233, while the lowest priced sells for $79 and the highest can go for as much as $398,500.
Questions About Cabinet Of Curiosities
  • 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 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A breakfront cabinet is a cabinet whose center portion projects beyond the end sections. Shop gorgeous breakfront cabinets at 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Canterbury cabinet is a piece of wooden storage furniture with a low profile that originated in Georgian and Victorian England. Original versions had a rack for sheet music at the top and a lower storage drawer. However, designs vary. Find a range of Canterbury cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A pantry cabinet is like a freestanding cupboard for storing dry goods. They’re typically tall and have drawers and shelves.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Built-in cabinets are cabinets that are constructed to fit a specific space. Typically these cabinets are set into the wall.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    An inset cabinet has doors, shelves and drawers that fit inside the face frame openings, with minimal gaps between the components.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Lacquer refers to the finish of the cabinet, and provides a kind of glossy appearance. You would paint the cabinets a base color, and then apply a lacquered layer overtop for the desired look. You’ll find a large variety of lacquered furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    High cabinets, also known as wall cabinets or pantry cabinets, are storage units that can range from 84 inches to 96 inches high. The cabinets provide an area with functionality and high dramatic style to fit your décor needs. For the look, you can shop a collection of high cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A music cabinet is a piece of furniture originally used to store sheet music in the 18th century. Most feature solid wood construction and have either drawers or open shelves. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of antique music cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    A Shaker cabinet is have a simple design, including recessed-panel doors, light finishes and basic hardware.  The style was inspired by the Shakers, a religious community that espoused a minimalist lifestyle and had among its members extremely skilled craftsmen and carpenters.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Henredon cabinet is a case good made by the American furniture manufacturer, founded in 1945. The company was especially well known for producing wooden cupboards and cabinets for their own brand and for other designers like Laura Ashley and Ralph Lauren. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Henredon cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A tambour cabinet is one that is positioned vertically so it can store more stuff in a smaller space. One of the noted features of these cabinets are the tambour doors—little slats of wood that roll so the door can be slid up or to the sides and hidden without taking up additional space. Find a collection of tambour cabinets from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Like any piece of furniture, you can buy cabinet doors on their own. However, because they typically need to be fitted to your specific space, they will likely need to be customized. If you are designing a space from scratch, you can just buy cabinet doors as they are and design the rest of the space around the cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Filing cabinets are anywhere from 29 inches to 60 inches tall. The height of these cabinets is dependent on the number of drawers. The width of these cabinets are 15” or 18 ¼ inches wide for legal size.