18th Century and Earlier Cabinets

Beautiful and rare example of late 18th century Italian master blacksmith craftsmanship, this antique studded safe with typical all-around hobnails and great wrought iron details, pr...

Alpine Blue Painted Wardrobe with Sunflowers Measurements: H. 183 cm - W. 128 (150 to the frames) cm - D. 55 (66 to the frames) cm Period: Late 18th century Origin: Bavarian Alps Wo...

This Dutch table cabinet, also known as a cross-legged cabinet, is made of oak and has a deep, almost black finish, which suggests a traditional treatment such as ebonized stain or dark varnish. The cabinet stands on a distinctive base with four turned and faceted legs, connected by an elegantly curved stretcher and ending in ball feet. This type of base is characteristic of cross-legged cabinets. The upper section features two doors with molded panels and a cornice with a clean yet subtle profile. The gilded hardware on the drawers and doors adds a stately and luxurious appearance. The cabinet is removable, making transport and installation significantly easier. Additionally, its design makes it particularly suitable for housing a television. Thanks to the special hinges and their strategic placement, the doors can be fully opened without obstructing the view. Inside, there is space for a television with a maximum width of 48.2 inches and a height of 27 inches. The interior is finished in the same deep, dark color as the exterior, ensuring a uniform and elegant appearance. This cabinet was crafted in the Dutch Baroque style and is likely from the period between 1680 and 1720. The Dutch Baroque style is characterized by a restrained yet elegant design, where functionality and durability go hand in hand with refined details. This piece exhibits typical Baroque features such as the heavily molded cornice, the solid presence of the upper section, the use of dark wood tones, and the expressive shape of the base. This type of cabinet was made during the late Dutch Golden Age, a time when prosperity still had a significant influence on furniture design. During this period, cross-legged cabinets were highly sought after by the affluent bourgeoisie and institutions such as city halls and council offices, where they were used for securely storing important documents, money chests, and administrative records. Dutch furniture makers were among the most influential in Europe at the time, exporting their craftsmanship to countries like England and Germany. The use of dark oak furniture...

Quality 18th century antique George III plum pudding mahogany bow fronted corner cabinet having a delightful shaped dental cornice ab...

Rococo display cabinet crafted from pine with a beautiful blue-grey painted finish. The cabinet is composed of two parts: The upper section features a gracefully arched top with a p...

French antique oak and wrought iron sideboard buffet. Two doors and two drawers. One shelf in the cabinet. The interior of the buffet was entirely covered in Provencal-style fabric w...

Swedish Cabinet 'Ståndskåp' from Hälsingland, Sweden, late 1800s Years of sun, wear, and neglect have transformed it into what it is today – a beautiful Swedish blue painted cabinet...

Genuine antique folk art cabinet in rococo from northern Sweden made during the late 1800s, around 1780. This antique cabinet is made in solid pine and can be separated into two part...

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Continental Gothic Carved Mahogany Ripple Trimmed Seven-Drawer Specimen Cabinet with Elizabet...

Two-door cabinet with shallow proportions and richly carved, multi-curved crown, adorned with a winged cherub in a cartouche with wavy edges. The cabinet stands on compressed bun fee...

Painted Wardrobe dated 1793 Measurements: H. 188 cm - W. 126 cm (144 at the frames) - D. 47 cm (56 at the frames) Period: 1793 Origin: Tyrol (European Alpine region) Wood: Fir Desc...

18th century Italian Baroque cabinet with capriccio's painted on the doors and drawer. Interior covered with Carta di Varese. Ca 1750, Italy.

Rare and highly legant cartonnier cabinet, crafted around 1780 in France and stamped by the renowned ébéniste Claude-Charles Saunier (1735-1807). This two-door mahogany cabinet stand...

A glorious and magnificent 18th Century Italian collectors cabinet architecturally styled with pediment, columns and finials. This extremely fine cabinet features Florentine inlay de...

A rare and impressive English Gothic Medieval style Cabinet, Circa 1714. Built during the reign of King George I in honor of Hugh Lupus the First Earl of Chester and his castle. Hu...

18th century French cherrywood bonnetiere (hat cabinet) or small wardrobe armoire. Solid cherrywood front and crown with solid chestnut side panels. In excellent restored condition....

This late seventeenth century French Louis XIV period walnut cabinet features a Saint Anne marble top and solid paneled sides. A single symmetrical paneled door at the front opens to...

Italy / 16th Century / Cabinet / walnut / Renaissance / Antique Rare 16th Century Italian Renaissance cabinet in walnut with hand carved decorations of 3 heads and floral patterns f...

17th C. Italian Tuscan Walnut Cabinet, original lock & key, original back (very good antique condition, never touched) H: 73.5 D: 22.5 W: 80.75 ...

Large Italian black cassaforte from the 17th century, featuring heavy iron bands and rivet detailing. The door is adorned with decorative rosettes, while large strap hinges and a rob...

An Extremely Fine and Very Important 17th Century Japanese Lacquer Cabinet on French Giltwood Stand of Regence Period circa 1680-1690 Provenance Likely acquired by Herman Willem ...

This German Baroque display or kitchen cabinet has a beautiful warm brown color with soft gloss and a rich patina. The cabinet consists of two pieces. ...

A very handsome Baroque-style cabinet was made in Germany at the end of the 18th century. It has a detachable base with a drawer over bun feet. Above sits a compartment with two paneled doors flanked by barely twisted...

An extraordinary 18th century cabinet with triple breakfront glazed windows above a lower range of stepped doors, surmounted by an ogee molded architrave with three triangle pediment...

Interesting 18th century painted oak Dutch display cabinet with a lovely size. 1780. Code: 8831 Dimensions: W: 37.5" (95.3 cm) H: 81" (205.7 ...

Antique Hand-Made French Studded Safe. France, circa 1740. Heavy in weight and pre-French Revolution private safe from Marseilles, France.

Spain / 16th century / cabinet / oak / Rustic / Antique A stunning Spanish antique highboard or cabinet in warm oak wood with two doors from the 16th century. The cabinet has its original keys and offers ample storage space behind the doors. 
This hand carved antique oak cabinet...

An English Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Bureau Cabinet, 18th Century Description: The upper section with a breakfront arched pedimental cornice flanked by a pair of urn finials, over...

This stately rococo cabinet from Sweden stands on four cabriolet legs that raise the cabinet while adding visual intrigue. Two large paneled doors open to reveal two standard shelve...

Spanish desk (“bargueño”) in walnut. 17th century with “bridge-shapped”. Decorated on the exterior with metal applications (open-work, textile background) and bow handles with centr...

This German Baroque display or kitchen cabinet has a beautiful warm honey color with soft gloss and rich patina. The cabinet has wide canted corners a...

Unusual Antique 18th century George lII quality mahogany bedside cabinet having a quality mahogany top with a shaped gallery and carrying handles, unusual drop down front opening to ...

Georgian mahogany travel cabinet. One door chamber pot cabinet with Chippendale fretwork. Hand grips on upper tray for ease of transport. Original...

The rectangular locker rests on chest with legs, and has four drawers decorated with diamonds that lock and fittings and shield shown horseshoe. Answer...

A Contemporary Red Lacquered and Ornate Asian Storage cabinet or Filing Cabinet on Stand. Inside Felt lined and stand top. Very good vintage condition. comes with removable filing ra...

A rare 18th century Italian walnut chest / credenza, Renaissance Period, neoclassical influenced, having two elaborately carved figural statue c...

European small carved baroque cabinet in oak wood, France circa 1680-1730. This hand carved cabinet has one drawer and a door. This piece features a lion head as a knob on the door, ...

Spanish desk (“bargueño”) in walnut. 17th century with “bridge-shapped”. Decorated on the exterior with metal applications (open-work, textile background) and bow handles with central lentil. It stands on a "foot bridge...

A late 19th Century, antique Italian pair of commodes in the Arte Povera technique, made of hand crafted painted Pinewood in good condition. The Tuscan cabinets are composed with thr...

Fine French 18th century Louis XV armoire constructed from very good quality walnut wood from the region of Lyon (style Lyonnaise). Exhibiting a stunning patina that offers rich character and charm. A classic of exceptional quality and craftsmanship! This armoire was traditionally given as a wedding gift to newly married couples. It is perfect for storing clothing, bed and bath linens...

This is a beautiful antique late 18th Century Dutch walnut and marquetry inlaid display cabinet  dating from circa 1780. The cabinet is superbly inlaid all over with the most wonder...

France / 16th century / cabinet / oak, ironwork, metal / Rustic / Mid-century A rare to find antique cabinet in solid oak with beautiful warm patina. Hand crafted in France in the 16th century. This tall cabinet has authentic ironwork decorations and wrought iron rivets and hardware. Behind the door, 4 spacious sturdy shelves. This tall wooden cabinet...

A French Louis XIII style walnut bonnetière from the mid-18th century, with two doors, central drawer and original hardware. Born in France during the 1750s, this walnut cabinet show...

This 18th-century Swedish Gustavian two-part cabinet, circa 1790, is a stunning example of the elegant simplicity that defines the Gustavian style. Crafted from pine, the cabinet fea...

A Rare and Important Renaissance "Judaica" Carved Oak Wood Cabinet, circa 1680 We are pleased to present a rare and important Renaissance Judaica c...

Exceptional Norwegian Cabinet from Gulbrandsdalen ca 1730s Sometimes, you get the pleasure of being around true beauty. When forms, colors, history, and patina truly shine through, ...

A rare carved walnut wardrobe opening with four door-leaves and two drawers in the lower part. The doors bear architectural views in low reliefs, fluted pilasters and Ionic capitals. Upper Body Two door-leaves with carved architectural perspectives open the wardrobe framed by three fluted pilasters with Ionic capitals. Each door-leaf depict two semi-circular arcades whose cornice and base shows a central vanishing point. Likewise the pavement’s lines act for the artisan as a way to create depth. The vaulting instead leads us to think the vanishing point has to be situated where the handle is, between the two complementaries reliefs. The elegant moulded belt hides an internal secret space, accessible through a moveable plank in the upper body. Lower Body Two door-leaves identical to those of the upper body framed by three fluted pilasters with Doric capitals. The base of the wardrobe opens with two large drawers. The sides also bear panels depicting architectural perspectives. The external pilasters share their Ionic capital with the facade’s pilasters. Thus we can observe on the wardrobe’s sides the capital’s lateral parts with the elegant volute specific to the Ionic order. This palace wardrobe is topped by an overlapping cornice standing on three consoles for the facade and two consoles on each sides. Placed right above the pilasters each console are adorned by fully expanded leaves. During the 15th century a major interest for architecture and perspective studies arises and influences patrons tastes. The work of great theorists such as Leon Battista Alberti...

This solid oakwood cabinet originates in the German state of North Rhine Westphalia and it dates circa 1720. The cabinet is made in the finest quality watered oak...

Rare Baroque hallway cabinet from Frankfurt (Germany), made circa 1720. This type of cabinet originated from the city of Frankfurt, where it was developed during the 1650s. Due to th...

Renaissance cabinet from Burgundy Or Lyon Region Origin : Burgundy Or Lyon, France Period : Second Half 16th Century, C. 1580 Height : 209cm Length : 184cm Depth : 71cm Good condition Walnut wood, original keys and keyholes Around the middle of the 16th century the conception and ornamentation of French furniture evolves. The start of major building projects, such as the castle of Fontainebleau, gives artists a new impulse. Inventive and rich formulas are developed there, before spreading to all of Europe thanks to engravings and printed leaflets. Furthermore, Italian artists working on such construction sites bring French artists and patrons a renewed taste for the Antique. Regarding the art of furnitures, the most complex scenes and figures are drawn from illustrated books, ornament and emblem compendiums and engraving compilations. Rather than copying those images the artisans feed their inspiration and decline the motifs in numerous variations. The ornamental grammar marks a return to the Antique : palm leaf, acanthus, egg-and-dart, greek, scroll, fluted pilaster… It is in Primaticcio’s and Il Rosso’s stuccos made around 1540-1550 that we have to look for the origin of leather cut-outs, masks, chimaeras, harpies, sheathed figures, fruit and flower garlands that soon enrich every pieces of French furniture. The structure of the pieces of furniture also evolve thanks to the re discovery of Antique architectures, rigorously used as a model. This cabinet presents an imposing structure and a rich and original decor exemplifying the production of the late 16th century, infused with Italian, Antique and Fontainebleau influences. It stands on a moulded base ornate with palm leaves. It opens with four door-leaves and two drawers in the belt. Six whimsical terms divide the facade. The lower body is horizontally divided by three sheathed female terms. The two standing on the lateral posts are topped with fruits while the body is covered by acanthus leaves carved with precision, belted at the waist. The term standing on the central door-jamb is crowned with laurel leaves and is draped in the Antique fashion. A wincing mask hides the key hole. The two door-leaves are centred by a beautiful mask carved in a strong relief. They wear stylised feathered headdress and are set on draperies. Straps, leather scrolls, acanthus leaves and a shell are spread around the masks. The recessed panels are secured in frames ornate with acanthus leaves. The belt is flanked by two large mouldings enriched with variations of acanthus leaves. The drawers are carved with choux bourguignons and palm leaf motifs minutely executed. The consoles between each drawer bear tormented wincing masks, showing horns as if they were fauns or imps. The upper body is framed by two male terms characterised by a strong and nervous musculature, their manhood hidden by drapes secured thanks to a winged lion head. The term on the left appears to be younger and is wincing while the one on the right has a beard. The central female term brings contrast with her youth and sensuality. As it is the case on the lower body, the key hole is hidden behind the mouth of a faun’s mask placed on the drapes barely covering the intimacy of the caryatid. The panels of the upper body present an idealised architecture comprising pilasters and sinuous broken pediments. The pilasters are flanked by two satyrs with goat legs. In the centre appears an important lion mask. The terms of the upper body support the cornice. The entablature carries palm leaves and roses alternating as well as an egg-and-dart frieze. The cornice is adorned with acanthus motifs. On the sides, the carving is executed flat. A central rose is surrounded by scrolls, flowers and choux bourguignons. We can admire the variety of the elements employed. The artist vary with great genius many different ornamental motifs : palm leaf, egg-and-dart, laurel leaf, roses, scrolls … But the artist went even further as each profile and each face is individualised and presents different features. You can take a look at the faces of the satyrs flanking the upper body’s panels. The talent of the artist is undeniable. It makes no doubt the patron who commissioned this cabinet was an aesthete looking for the greatest quality. The artist who authored this cabinet had a great mastery of composition both in the general design and in the individual panels. They probably drew inspiration from engravings and drawings made especially for the making of this piece of furniture or not. They seem to be familiar with the style of Jacques Androuet du Cerceau. Indeed, we can find in Du Cerceau’s engravings the same juxtapositions of leather cut-outs, masks and fruits. The terms and caryatids used on the facade could very well be inspired by his work as well. The cabinet-maker was also undoubtedly observant of Hugues Sambin, the most famous cabinet-maker and sculptor in the Burgundy of the time. Like Du Cerceau, Sambin left an important ensemble of models particularly useful for the design of cabinets. His publication De l’Oeuvre de la diversité des termes dont on use en architecture (1572) was an essential book for every artisan. All the motifs testify of the artisan’s high knowledge of forms as well as the precision of their tools : super imposition of ornamental elements, foliages, architectural cut-outs, flat and high reliefs alternating, palm leaves inscribed in circular spaces, wincing faces. It is also a testimony of the artisan’s familiarity with Italian and Fontainebleau productions. Because of the proficiency of the cabinet-maker in so many different models, this cabinet truly is a master-piece authored by the hand of an authentic master. The generous carvings executed with great rigour and virtuosity evoke an origin close to Burgundy and Lyon workshops. This cabinet was made by a master of the region during the Second French Renaissance. Literature BOCCADOR Jacqueline, Le mobilier français du Moyen-Âge à la Renaissance, Édition d’art Morelle Mayot, 1996 BOS Agnès (dir.), Mobilier du Moyen âge et de la Renaissance, La collection du musée du Louvre, Louvre éditions...

Good quality mahogany Art Nouveau display cabinet. Circa 1900 This display cabinet stands upon shaped and carved legs with an undertray. The lower paneled doors featuring blind fret ...

A French Provincial cabinet of cupboards and drawers. Doors decorated with floral urns. Bead design around doors and drawers. Brass hardware,...

Rare Baroque hallway cabinet from Germany, made circa 1720. This type of cabinet it is called a 'Nasenschrank' in Germany (literally a 'nose cabinet'). This type became very popular ...

This 18th-century Danish Baroque cabinet is a striking piece of craftsmanship. Made from solid oak and painted in a deep black finish, it exudes an air of elegance and mystery. Intri...

A Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer cabinet, c. 1750 (Regence Period) A truly magnificent, monumental, and one of a kind cabinet, painted throughout with gi...

Known as an homme debout Malouin, this gorgeous cabinet from Saint-Malo, France, has luxurious and deep carvings paired with brass fittings. Hand-carved in oak, circa 1700, the turne...

This extraordinary 17th-century Dutch Kussenkast, or Cushion Cabinet, showcases the rich craftsmanship of the Baroque period, constructed from oak and...

A painted Swedish Gustavian armoire from the late 1700’s. This solid pine cabinet has its original light gray-blue paint finish that is worn in all the right places. The tall paneled...