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1940's French Oak Cabinet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous 1940's French cabinet in rich oak Narrow depth and 2 cabinet doors that open to shelving
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Vintage 1940s French Cabinets

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Brass

1940's French Oak Cabinet
1940's French Oak Cabinet
H 42.25 in W 55 in D 14.4 in
1940's French Burl-wood Tall Bar Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Amazing 1940's exotic burl-wood with inlay detail tall French bar cabinet with key and single
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Brass

Oak Cabinet by Charles Dudouyt, France, 1940's
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Austin, TX
display space at top. France, 1940's
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets

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Brass

1940's Metal Cabinet
Located in London, GB
in a bathroom. the manufacturer remains at large but it's likely 1940's and is typical of that period
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Early 20th Century French Bauhaus Cabinets

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Brass, Steel

1940's Metal Cabinet
1940's Metal Cabinet
H 42.92 in W 36.23 in D 14.57 in
1940's Ribbed Oak Cabinet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fantastic 1940's French Oak cabinet with 3 ribbed front door panels Wonderful warm patina and
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Vintage 1940s French Sideboards

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Oak

1940's Ribbed Oak Cabinet
1940's Ribbed Oak Cabinet
H 39.63 in W 86.75 in D 21.63 in
Cabinet, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Cabinet, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s Echoing the Vernacular Modernism of French Provincial
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Oak

Cabinet, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s
Cabinet, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s
H 37.41 in W 54.14 in D 18.51 in
French carved wood storage cabinet by Charles Dudouyt C. 1940's
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Long Island City, NY
French carved wood storage cabinet by Charles Dudouyt constructed in Oak wood. The two front doors
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Brass

Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Discover the allure of French craftsmanship with this charming and compact oak buffet from the
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Vintage 1940s French French Provincial Buffets

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Oak

Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 30.71 in W 74.81 in D 22.84 in
1940s French Metal Cabinet
Located in High Point, NC
This 1940s French Metal Cabinet exudes a robust, industrial charm that's hard to find in modern
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Early 20th Century French Cabinets

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Metal

1940s French Metal Cabinet
1940s French Metal Cabinet
H 80.7 in W 30.9 in D 17.3 in
1940's Floating French Sideboard
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous 1940's French Oak Sideboard floating on a plinth with intricate solid bronze hardware
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Vintage 1940s French Sideboards

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Brass

1940's Floating French Sideboard
1940's Floating French Sideboard
H 40.5 in W 76 in D 20.5 in
Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Introducing a captivating vintage french riviera oak credenza from 1940s France. This exquisite
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Oak

Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 38.39 in W 70.48 in D 21.26 in
1940's Long French Oak Sideboard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible long wood sideboard in the style of Charles Dudouyt from France, 1940's. Beautiful
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Mid-20th Century French Cabinets

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Brass

1940's Long French Oak Sideboard
1940's Long French Oak Sideboard
H 38.5 in W 80 in D 19.75 in
French Floating Sideboard, 1940's
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful 1940's French sideboard in the style of Charles Dudouyt Beautiful parquetry top and
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Vintage 1940s French Sideboards

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Oak

French Floating Sideboard, 1940's
French Floating Sideboard, 1940's
H 42 in W 78.5 in D 19 in
1940's French Art Deco Exotic Rosewood Secretary Cabinet
Located in Opa Locka, FL
c1940's French Art Deco Exotic Rosewood Secretary Cabinet. Top glass enclosed display area
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Secretaires

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Wood

Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt, Gaston Poisson
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
An exceptional French Brutalist Art Deco vitrine cabinet from the 1940s, crafted in solid oak with
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Vintage 1940s French Brutalist Buffets

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Oak

Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Brutalist Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 62.6 in W 40.56 in D 16.54 in
Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 29.53 in W 74.81 in D 21.86 in
Solid Natural Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Gaston Poisson, Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Credenza, solid natural oak, France, 1940s. The credenza consists of three storage facilities
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Oak

Solid Natural Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Solid Natural Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 39.38 in W 78.75 in D 21.26 in
Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Introducing a remarkable 1940s French oak credenza, exuding the captivating allure of Art Deco
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
Raw Solid Oak Cabinet, France, 1940s
H 38.19 in W 70.87 in D 20.48 in
1940s French Brutalist, Solid Oak Cabinet
By Guillerme et Chambron, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
A rare 1940s French provincial cabinet, this solid oak piece reflects the restrained elegance of
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Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Iron

1940s French Brutalist, Solid Oak Cabinet
1940s French Brutalist, Solid Oak Cabinet
H 37.01 in W 62.01 in D 17.72 in
French 1940's Cabinet Mahogany and Leather attributed to Rousseau et Lardin
By Rousseau et Lardin
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Perfectly proportioned small French Art Deco living room cabinet/ bar cabinet made of mahogany and
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of French Andre Arbus 1940s Maple Cabinets
By André Arbus
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French 1940s maple cabinets with a Pair of "X" inlaid design doors over 2 drawers with
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Bronze

Oak Cabinet by René Gabriel, France, Late 1940s
By Rene Gabriel
Located in La Teste De Buch, FR
Rare cabinet by french designer René Gabriel. Solid oakwood and oak veneer. The cabinet features
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Oak

Curtained filing cabinet / double notary cabinet, Art Deco / Industrial, 1940's
Located in VÉZELAY, FR
/ Industrial style, France, circa 1940-1950. In very good condition. Keys + locks OK. Dimensions: height 120
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Wood

1940s French Wooden Filing Cabinet/Pigeon Hole Clapet Cabinet
By Romeo Paris
Located in London, Lambeth
Classic French wooden filing cabinet with a set of 16 pigeon holes with clapet Doors in oak with a
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Oak

Reconstruction Sideboard, France 1940's
By Ateliers Saint Sabin
Located in New York, NY
Oak sideboard with a lattice diamond pattern, original hardware and patina, on a trapeze shaped base, possibly by Atelier Saint Sabin.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Oak

French 1940s Brass Inlaid and Marquetry Cabinet attributed to Dominique
Located in CA, CA
French 1940s marquetry cabinet inlaid with a fine brass diamond lattice work pattern, finished with
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Brass

Unusual 1940s Bar Cabinet
Located in Bridgewater, CT
1940s bar cabinet in Renaissance Revival style, with polychrome hand-painted decoration on black
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Wrought Iron

Unusual 1940s Bar Cabinet
Unusual 1940s Bar Cabinet
H 59 in W 59 in D 22 in
Charles Dudouyt Art Deco Glazed Cabinet in Oak, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Almelo, NL
Art Deco glazed cabinet in oak by Charles Dudouyt, France 1940 This stunning Art Deco cabinet is
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of three
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Credenza, solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists of two
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

Raw Solid Oak Cabinet with Graphic Details, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Introducing an extraordinary Art Deco Brutalist credenza from France, crafted in the 1940s. This
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

French Art Deco Rosewood Sideboard With Bar, 1940's
By Jules Leleu
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into an era of timeless elegance and sophistication with this stunning 1940s French Art Deco
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Vintage 1940s French Sideboards

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Rosewood

Art Deco Console , France 1940’s
By Gilbert Poillerat
Located in PÉZENAS, FR
This wall-mounted console table beautifully combines wood and wrought iron, giving it a vintage yet elegant style. Its rounded wooden top adds warmth, while the wrought iron structur...
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Mid-20th Century French Credenzas

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Metal

Art Deco Console , France 1940’s
Art Deco Console , France 1940’s
H 83 in W 101 in D 30 in
Oak Reconstruction Sideboard By René Gabriel, France 1940's
By Rene Gabriel
Located in New York, NY
This piece by René Gabriel is emblematic of the French post-war period known as "reconstruction
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Sideboards

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Oak

French Art Deco Cabinet in Parchment, Maple and Black Lacquer, 1940s
Located in Meda, MB
This Art Deco small sideboard was produced in France in the 1940s. The structure, the base and the
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Brass

Maison Jansen, Louis XVI Style, Cabinet, Mahogany, Brass, Marble, France, 1940s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Fine mahogany storage chest attributed to Maison Jansen. This Louis XVI style double hi chest has three drawers beneath a pair of bronze grilled doors with a finely bronze galleried ...
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Vintage 1940s French Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Charles Dudouyt Brutalist Credenza in Oak & Brass, France 1940's
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional credenza by Charles Dudouyt in oak. There are many unique details on this very well-proportioned piece. A stand out is the concealed drawer release mechanism— a little...
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Credenzas

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Brass

French Art Deco / Moderne' Vitrine, Bar, Cabinet Attrib. to Jules Leleu 1940s
By Jules Leleu
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning French Art Deco / Moderne' vitrine, bar, cabinet attrib. to Jules Leleu 1940s. Classic
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Brass

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Burl Wood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, 1940s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous breakfront bookcase cabinet or dining cabinet By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Beautiful
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Vintage 1940s American French Provincial Cabinets

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Brass

French Art Deco rosewood and brass sewing cabinet 1940s
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Art Deco sewing cabinet fully covered with rosewood veneer dates from the early 1940, and
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Rosewood

1940's Tall French Workshop Shelves - Twelve Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Tall French Workshop Shelves – Twelve Drawers 1940’s Tall French Workshop Shelves – Twelve
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Vintage 1940s French Shelves

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Wood

Precious 1940s Cabinet in Sycamore
Located in Paris, FR
Lovely 1940s cabinet in sycamore with two pull tabs. The doors are adorned with two panels in
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Vintage 1940s French Cabinets

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Wood

Precious 1940s Cabinet in Sycamore
Precious 1940s Cabinet in Sycamore
H 35.83 in W 43.31 in D 15.75 in
Petite Cabinet in Carved Oak, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Petite Cabinet in Carved Oak, France, 1940s Where rural geometry meets quiet sculpture This French
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Petite Cabinet in Carved Oak, France, 1940s
Petite Cabinet in Carved Oak, France, 1940s
H 38.98 in W 30.32 in D 17.72 in
1940's Large French Bank Of Drawers - Twelve Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940's Large French Bank Of Drawers - Twelve Drawers. Substantial and handsome bank of drawers
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Vintage 1940s French Shelves

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Pine

French Bleached Credenza, Oak, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Elegant credenza, Oak, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza consists
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Walnut

French Bleached Credenza, Oak, France, 1940s
French Bleached Credenza, Oak, France, 1940s
H 39.57 in W 82.09 in D 20.67 in
French Bleached Credenza, Walnut, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Elegant credenza, walnut, France, 1940s. Large Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Walnut

Oversized Oak and Leather French Console circa 1940's
Located in New York, NY
to be from the 1940's. The oversized piece is made from natural French oak with an appropriately aged
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Vintage 1940s French Buffets

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Leather, Oak

1940's French Estate Bank of Drawers, Eight Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s French estate bank of drawers – eight drawers 1940’s French estate bank of drawers – eight
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Vintage 1940s French Shelves

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Pine

Stylish French 1940s Sycamore 2-Door Cabinet with Pewter Mounts
Located in San Francisco, CA
Of striking form with concave sides fitted with 2-doors to reveal oak-lined drawers, adorned overall with pewter mounts and supports.
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Vintage 1940s French Hollywood Regency Cabinets

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Sycamore

1940s Gothic Style Yellow Velvet Carved Arch Armoire Cabinet
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1940s with this exquisite carved wood and
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Vintage 1940s French Gothic Cabinets

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Iron

Patinated Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Large Credenza, solid oak, France, reminiscent of the work of Charles Dudouyt, 1940s. Large Art
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Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

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Oak

Patinated Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Patinated Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 38.59 in W 78.94 in D 20.48 in
1940's Small Oak French Atelier Filing Bank Of Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940's Small Oak French Atelier Filing Bank Of Drawers. 1940's Small Oak French Atelier Filing
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Vintage 1940s French Shelves

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Oak

Sideboard, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Sideboard, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s Echoing the Vernacular Modernism of French Provincial
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Credenzas

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Brass

Sideboard, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s
Sideboard, Bleached Oak, France, 1940s
H 38.78 in W 66.93 in D 22.05 in
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Very elegant Credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 40.16 in W 55.32 in D 20.08 in
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Very elegant credenza in solid oak, France, 1940s. Art Deco Brutalist sideboard. The credenza
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Marble

French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
French Solid Oak Credenza, 1940s
H 39.18 in W 77.96 in D 20.48 in
Pair of French 1940s Red Chinoiserie Cabinets with gilt bronze mounts
Located in New York, NY
Each chinoiserie lacquered and gilt bronze mounted cabinet, attributed to Maison Jansen, with a
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets

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Marble

French Brutalist Oak Sideboard, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
French Brutalist Oak Sideboard, 1940s – A Monolithic Statement of Architectural Form Bold
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

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Oak

French Brutalist Oak Sideboard, 1940s
French Brutalist Oak Sideboard, 1940s
H 40.95 in W 97.25 in D 24.02 in
1940s Mirrored French Sideboard
Located in Miami, FL
Superb two door Eglomise Mirrored French sideboard. Patinated Wrought iron base , eglomise and
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wrought Iron

1940s Mirrored French Sideboard
1940s Mirrored French Sideboard
H 33 in W 47 in D 17 in
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Natural Oak credenza, France, 1940s The sideboard consists of two compartments with shelves whose
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Vintage 1940s French Campaign Buffets

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Oak

Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
Natural Oak Credenza, France, 1940s
H 40.16 in W 92.13 in D 20.08 in
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1940s French Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the 1940s French cabinet you’re looking for. Each 1940s French cabinet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and oak. Your living room may not be complete without a 1940s French cabinet — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1940s French cabinet is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and Louis XVI styles are sought with frequency. A well-made 1940s French cabinet has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Maison Jansen, Charles Dudouyt and Jules Leleu are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1940s French Cabinet?

Prices for a 1940s French cabinet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $203,545, while the average can fetch as much as $6,200.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About 1940s French Cabinet
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The most popular 1940s-style dress was the shirtwaist dress. It had a front opening like a men’s shirt, but with large buttons in the front of the dress, which was practical and easy to wear. The sleeves were short and necklines varied from shirt style to sweetheart and other necklines. Antique and vintage dresses from well-known designers are available on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A number of dresses were popular during the 1940s. Many women wore short-waist dresses with button necks, collars, fitted waists and full skirts. The classic A-lines with knee-length hems in red, white and blue colors were also a trend. Shop a collection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    In the 1940s, ladies wore clothes defined by clean and slim silhouettes. The jackets, blouses and sweaters often featured shoulderpads and had somewhat of a military feel. Most dresses were quite casual and pants and playsuits became part of a woman's everyday style.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.

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