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Technique: Hand-Painted
An 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboard
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
An 18th-century Swedish Gustavian corner cupboard, featuring an original dry-scraped finish that reveals a delicate patina with subtle tones of white and light grey. The elegant desi...
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18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Contemporary Italian Bamboo Cabinet Bar with 2 Door 2 Glass Shelf Brass Details
Located in New York, NY
Our Italian bar / cabinet with swirling rattan and brass veneer with a finished back even more beautiful than any other side! This piece can stand away from the wall or be used as a ...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Drawer decored with greek frame, hand painted
Located in Livorno, IT
Pair of wooden chests of drawers finely decorated with geometric motifs in Greek taste. The decoration and antique patina were handmade by our decorator using traditional techniques....
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2010s Italian Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Italian Post Modern Abstract Art Blue Brown Satin Nickel Finish Mirror Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
A new innovative sideboard/credenza, entirely hand-crafted in Italy and completely customizable in sizes, finishes, colors and functions, part of a bespoke collection created as a ca...
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal, Nickel

2-door High Buffet Decor Faux Marbre
Located in PARIS, FR
This exquisite 18th-century Italian buffet is a remarkable example of the art of faux marble painting, a technique in which Italian artisans excelled. With meticulous craftsmanship, ...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Fine 18th Century Baroque Chinoiserie Chest
Located in Allerum, SE
Fine 18th century baroque chinoiserie chest, circa 1750, Sweden. The chest is wrapped in canvas that's been beautifully painted upon, this canvas can be seen in some places where...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Canvas, Pine

Walnut reception desk with rich decorations on the sides and back, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique reception desk, probably created for a prestigious hotel, built in precious walnut wood with rich gold painted decorations on the sides...
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18th Century Italian Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Louis XVI Style Chest Of Drawers
Located in London, Park Royal
Hand carved and Hand finished Louis XVI style commode in polychrome finish. Painted in a light French green with gold highlights. with a 30mm Carrara Marble top Fine details all arou...
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2010s British Louis XVI Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood

Hand-Painted Louis XVI Chest of Drawers with Gilt Accents, Late 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Hand-painted Louis XVI chest of drawers with two drawers and tapered legs. Finished in light blue with gilded accents. The paintwork is newly executed, inspired by historical models.
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Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Large and Tall Country Style Kitchen, Dining Room, Bedroom Server Storage Chest
Located in Sheffield, MA
Add an American, Swedish Gustavian or French Provincial country look to your kitchen or dining room with this antique American commode or buffet server. This handsome tall wide and deep commode kitchen chest, painted a light Swedish grey has been recently scrubbed back and refinished for a faded, modern look. Three deep top drawers and 3 cabinets below for great storage. The piece is also great for common room storage and an addition as a work surface. Antiqued iron metal draw...
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Late 19th Century American Country Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Queen Desk with Black Lacquered Mirror and Leather Top Gold Leaf Details
Located in Paris, FR
Desk queen with black lacquered mirror and leather top. Black lacquered high gloss varnished base. Contains three drawers and golden leaf details.    
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Gold

Small Indian Dowery Chest
Located in Asheville, NC
Indian dowery chest with lotus, bird and tree designs in pink and green tones, hand-carved with hinged door trap in seat. May be used as child's bench. Handmade folk piece composed o...
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1960s Indian Vintage Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Small Indian Dowery Chest
Small Indian Dowery Chest
$1,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Neoclassical Mid-20th Century Bookcase or Shelving Cupboard
Located in Sheffield, MA
Once graced the showroom of a Madison Avenue millinery shop, this midcentury neoclassical wood shelf cupboard would work well for books, displaying collections, use for an organizer ...
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Large Louis XVI Style Display Case / Vitrine, Carved Details with Gold Finish
Located in Madrid, ES
A large-scale late 19th century Louis XVI style display case / vitrine with sliding glass doors and gold finished wood furniture, decorated with neoclassical motifs. The sides are gl...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood, Mirror

Large 19th Century Cabinet with Carved Floral Motifs and Distressed Verde Finish
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large antique Indonesian cabinet from the 19th century, with carved floral decor and hand painted distressed decor. Crafted in Indonesia d...
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19th Century Indonesian Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Faux Marbled, Venetian Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking, c. 1800 hand-carved, painted, and parcel gilt Venetian commode with three, sinuously paneled drawers. The whole in faux verde and Siena ma...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

18th century painted cupboard, circa 1790, English
Located in Central England, GB
A wonderful painted floor standing late 18th century two part corner cabinet. The top has simple astra glazed twin doors for display and below matching panelled twin doors for stor...
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Late 18th Century British George III Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak, Pine

Late 18th Century Spanish Colonial Bargueño
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
This late 18th-century Peruvian bargueño is an outstanding example of Spanish Colonial craftsmanship, featuring vibrant hand-painted decoration and intricate hardware. The front pane...
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Late 18th Century Peruvian Baroque Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wrought Iron

CENTURY FURNITURE Pam Bolick Asian Commode Dresser Hand Painted Signed
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
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1980s Vintage Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

19th Century Indian Hand-Painted Burnt Orange and Green Cabinet
Located in Yonkers, NY
A stunning antique hand-painted cabinet with a beautiful distressed patina that makes this a unique addition to our vast antique cabinets collec...
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19th Century Indian Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Louis XLV Style Mahogany Vernis Martin Vitrine
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful Louis XVI Style Mahogany Vernis Martin Vitrine ormolu, with exterior panels depicting Napoleon and Josephine, two glass shelves and single fabric covered shelf, with mirror...
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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood, Mahogany

Custom French Provincial Style Pot Board with Multiple Shelves
Located in Middleburg, VA
Custom French Provincial Style Pot Board with Multiple Shelves. Good proportions with shaped sides and 4 shelves on sledge feet and painted finish. Modern. A charming custom-made po...
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2010s American French Provincial Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

Qing Dynasty Aqua Teal Side Cabinet with Drawers Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period side cabinet from the early 20th century, with two drawers over two doors, horse hoof feet and custom aqua teal hand painted finish. Created in China during the late Qing Dynasty period in the early years of the 20th century, this side cabinet showcases a newly and professionally done custom aqua teal colored finish, perfectly complimenting its clean lines. The cabinet features a rectangular top sitting above a carefully façade. Two drawers in the upper section, fitted with scalloped hardware...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

18th Century French Louis XV Painted Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century French Louis XV Painted Buffet features a very tailored version of the style, with timeless French scrollwork in the door panels, ...
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1790s French French Provincial Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Painted Mongolian Coffer, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th century coffer from Mongolia was painted by hand with auspicious fruits and blessings, likely as part of a bride's dowry. Wishes painted on the pomegranates, peaches ...
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Early 20th Century Mongolian Folk Art Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Chinese Painted Book Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This lacquered display cabinet from Shanxi province was crafted in the mid-19th century using traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery methods. The enclosed lower half was used for general storage and the open upper shelf was used to display precious objects such as vases, curios, or piles of books. The exterior is darkened by a black lacquer finish and hand-painted with charming decorative motifs, including bronze censers, flower vases, scrolls, and scholars' objects. Original brass hardware secures the doors, now richly aged with a smooth patina and subtle oxidation. Unusual for its smaller scale, we love this painted cabinet in a children's bedroom or playroom as an unexpected bookcase or toy chest...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Elm

Antique Swedish Wooden basket 1800 s painted in warm tones Handmade Folk Craft
Located in Forest, BE
Swedish antique pine and birch wooden barrel / basket . Fine quality of bentwood. It is a true piece from the early 19 century. The inside was painted white and the outer parts in a...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Pine

Rare Phenomenal Solid Teak Country Paint Decorated Painted Farm Style Cupboard
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Rare Phenomenal Solid Teak Country Paint Decorated Painted Farm Style Cupboard. Chicken farm style paint decorated cabinet, all solid teak board construction. Very solid cabinet.
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20th Century Unknown Country Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Italian Painted Two-Drawer Rococo Commode
Located in New York, NY
An Italian Rococo manner painted white commode. The shapely chest comprises two-drawers with fanciful bronze handles supported on cabriole legs. An exuberant and elegant shape whi...
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy, 19th Century White A
Located in Lewes, England
antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode with detailed hand painted designs on the top rail and gilt detailing. Circa mid later 19th century in age It has four dr...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850/1880 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian style with classic Gustavian ribbing detail on the drawer fronts and leading edges....
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Antique Shanxi Province Hand Painted Black Lacquer Apothecary
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province Hand Painted Black Lacquer Tall Apothecary / Medicine Cabinet This stunning antique apothecary/medicine cabinet hails from th...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Small Rococo-Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Greding, DE
Charming hand-painted chest of drawers in the Louis XV style, featuring a serpentine front, scalloped apron, and elegantly curved legs. The newly applied beige finish is adorned with...
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19th Century European Rococo Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Customizable Italian Blue Ivory Glass Beach Decor Post Modern Cabinet/Sideboard
Located in New York, NY
Bespoke, handcrafted 3-Door modern cabinet credenza with Seaside-Inspired Elegance. This exquisite, customizable sideboard is entirely handcrafted in Italy, embodying a striking seas...
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Tall Cabinet with Lacquered Chinoiserie Panels and Interior Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A tall Chinese cabinet from the late 20th century, crafted in natural wood and richly decorated with lacquered panels. The design is visually striking: four full-length doors fitted ...
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20th Century Chinese Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Paint Decorated Commode
Located in Essex, MA
18th Century Italian Paint Decorated Commode Faux stone painted rectangular top.  Two front drawers and sides are painted and decorated with cl...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

19thC English Pine Grain Painted Galleried Chest
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1850 19thC English pine grain painted galleried chest, original painted finish, and exceptional quality. Measures: W 104 x D 48 x H 118 cm.      
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Painted Miniature Commode, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Miniature commode with four drawers and small knobs. Newly painted in light grey and given an antique patina.
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19th Century German French Provincial Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Miniature Commode, Mid-19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Miniature commode with three drawers, fluted pilasters, and compressed bun feet. The drawers feature brass pull handles. The light grey paint finish is newly applied and given an ant...
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Mid-19th Century German French Provincial Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Edwardian Walnut Secretary with Hand Painted Motifs
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a lovely Edwardian walnut Secretary, the top having two glazed doors within Gothic mullions. The bottom section with a slant drop front, contains a hand painted center medal...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Chinese Early 20th Century Cabinet with Ink-Decorated Panels under Glass
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese cabinet from the early 20th century, with ink decorated panels behind glass doors. Created in China during the early years of the 20th century, this two-toned cabi...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

ARIADNE sideboard
Located in Pesaro, IT
Storage unit with four bas-relief doors. Particular hand-made finish with black oak top and plinth. The black-and-white contrast, thin line geometry, play of shadows belong to Ariadn...
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2010s Italian Modern Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

ARIADNE sideboard
ARIADNE sideboard
$11,151 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Dore Bronze and Sèvres Porcelain Mounted Parquetry Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
A Marvelous Quality Louis XVI Style Dore Bronze and Sèvres Porcelain Mounted Parquetry Cabinet with a Hand-Carved Marble Top. The large centra...
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1880s French Belle Époque Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Bronze

Hanging swedish sideboard dated 1775
Located in PARIS, FR
This exceptional Swedish wedding cupboard, dated 1775, is a stunning example of Scandinavian folk art and craftsmanship. Designed to be hung on a wall, it features a meticulously han...
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1770s Swedish Folk Art Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

1980s Vintage French Style Chest of Drawers with Aged Finish and Ornamental Pull
Located in Marbella, ES
Elegant French-style chest of drawers with a charming antiqued finish that highlights its vintage and handcrafted character. It has three wide drawers, decorated with curved moldings...
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19th Century French Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Chinese Painted Altar Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Made of Chinese northern elm, this altar cabinet once contained the essentials for ancestor rituals. Although darkened with age, the cabinet’s two doors ...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

1970s Antique Wooden Chest of Drawers with Six Drawers and Aged Gray Patina
Located in Marbella, ES
Charming antique chest of drawers crafted from solid wood with a distressed gray patina finish, revealing the original layers of paint and the passage of time. It features six drawer...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique Shanxi Province Elmwood Lacquered Cabinet with Painting on Doors
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Shanxi Province Elmwood Lacquered cabinet with painting on doors This cabinet has 2 drawers and 2 shelves with hand painted doors.
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Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Elm, Lacquer, Paint

Small grey Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Elegant small Biedermeier commode standing on tall, curved legs. The piece features two drawers with diamond-shaped key escutcheons. It has been newly finished in gray and white with...
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19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Spruce

18th Century Swedish Rococo Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
A diminutive bow front Swedish Rococo commode. Three drawers over a carved skirt; sits atop cabriole feet. Original brass hardware and locks. Tastefully repainted in pale greyish-whi...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Painted Chest of Drawers, Mid-19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
A small pine dresser from the mid-19th century, featuring four drawers. The side pilasters are adorned with subtle volute motifs, adding a touch of classical elegance. The gray-and-w...
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Mid-19th Century German Louis Philippe Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Spruce

Dutch Country House Linen Cupboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 18th C Dutch country house linen cupboard with 4 internal sliding trays (15"30cm). Wonderful scale and carved decoration. 1780 Dimensions: W: 86" (218.4 cm) H: 106.5" (270...
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18th Century Dutch Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak, Pine

Custom Designed Louis XV Style French Provincial Vaisselier
Located in Middleburg, VA
Custom Designed Louis XV Style French Provencial Vaisselier. This refers to a two-part cupboard used to display China and kitchenware. This example is designed around two 18th Centur...
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Early 2000s American Louis XV Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Side cabinet on stand, by Paul Sormani, 19th Century.
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality late 19th Century French Kingwood, ormolu mounted side cabinet on stand, having the original marble top with a three quarter pierced brass gallery. A pair of wonderful...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ormolu

Painted Cabinet, Double Doors with Maritime Views, Genoa Italy , 18th Century
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique wardrobe, hand-painted piece of furniture with maritime views, floral decorations and carved moulds, views of Genoa (Italy), which is where the piece of furniture comes from,...
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19th Century Italian Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Poplar

German Biedermeier Olivewood Inlaid and Parcel Gilt Secretary / Bookcase
Located in Queens, NY
German Biedermeier (18th Century) olivewood secretary / bookcase in shaped rectangular with the top section having a hinged 2-door shelved cabinet with glass windows bordered by parc...
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18th Century German Biedermeier Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique French Buffet ~ Enfilade ~ Credenza with Distressed Painted Finish
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Buffet ~ Enfilade ~ Credenza with Distressed Painted Finish is the perfect choice for the casual decor, and is of a Size that makes it work behind the desk, behind a s...
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Late 19th Century French Country Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Vintage Swedish Painted Bombe Commode with Faux Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Swedish painted bombe commode with faux marble top is a wonderful example of meticulous craftsmanship combined with an artistic hand-painted finish! From the four talon and b...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Louis XIV Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Pair Antique Neoclassical Italian School Green Faux Painted Rouge Marble Chests
Located in Essex, MA
A lovely pair of antique Neoclassical Italian School faux painted rouge marble chests with landscape architectural ruins, c1900. This pair of finely decorated Neoclassica...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

Large Danish Folk Chest
Located in London, GB
An example of excellent Danish craftsmanship standing the test of time, is this gorgeous historical folk piece. This chest dates to the 18th century, with a stunning hand painted des...
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1790s Danish Folk Art Antique Hand-Painted Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

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