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FEDERAL STYLE

Following the Revolutionary War, the American republic referenced the Roman Republic in its designs to celebrate its independence and declare itself a powerful new country. Imbued with neoclassical elements like those being promoted by architect Robert Adam in Great Britain, antique Federal-style furniture was the first distinctly American style in its melding of ancient influences, European aesthetics and national pride.

Dating roughly from 1790 to 1830, the style featured angular furniture with saber legs and smooth surfaces that contrasted with the curvy Rococo style that was previously in fashion. Eagles were common ornamental motifs on Federal-period furniture, as were cornucopia, lyres, garlands and scrolls, adding subtle flair to pieces characterized by clean lines, geometric symmetry, balanced shapes and a sense of grandeur.

Instead of sculptural carvings, authentic Federal-style furniture was adorned with inlays and patterned veneers that showcased the rich character of different grains and types of wood. As social life tended to be informal in the young country, furniture was often lightweight, so it could be easily rearranged in a drawing room or bedroom. Pieces like dining tables with drop leaves and sideboards became popular, replacing larger chests of drawers.

The Federal style varied by region: Artisans in Charleston, South Carolina, decorated chairs with carved backs, for instance, while those in Baltimore, Maryland, preferred painted details. Its major proponents included father-and-son cabinetmakers John and Thomas Seymour in Boston, Duncan Phyfe and Charles-Honoré Lannuier in New York and Samuel McIntire in Salem, Massachusetts.

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Style: Federal
Oversized Lexington Palmer Home Federal Style Mahogany China Cabinet 20thC
Oversized Lexington Palmer Home Federal Style Mahogany China Cabinet 20thC

Oversized Lexington Palmer Home Federal Style Mahogany China Cabinet 20thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Oversized Palmer Home Collection Federal Style Mahogany Step Back China Cabinet with Filigree Crest b...

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20th Century Federal Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Travis Court Collection Drexel Cabinet
Travis Court Collection Drexel Cabinet

Travis Court Collection Drexel Cabinet

By Drexel

Located in Pasadena, TX

Travis Court Drexel buffet Georgian style mahogany buffet cabinet featuring 3 drawers and shelving below. Brass pulls. Measures: 36" Width x 18" De...

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1960s North American Vintage Federal Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Refurbished Mahogany Sheet Music Cabinet, Ca 1900s
Victorian Refurbished Mahogany Sheet Music Cabinet, Ca 1900s

Victorian Refurbished Mahogany Sheet Music Cabinet, Ca 1900s

Located in Germantown, MD

A Victorian Refurbished Mahogany Sheet Music Cabinet, Circa 1900s Measures 19.75" in width, 15" in depth and 37.5" in height. Sheet Music slots are 15" in width, 12" in depth, 3" in ...

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Early 20th Century American Federal Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Style Yew Wood Double Door Side Cabinet
Federal Style Yew Wood Double Door Side Cabinet

Federal Style Yew Wood Double Door Side Cabinet

Located in Germantown, MD

A Late 20th Century Federal Style Yew Wood Double Door Side Cabinet. Measures 42.5" in width, 23.5" in depth and 43" in height. Main area dimensions are 36.5" in width, 27" in hei...

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Late 20th Century American Federal Cabinets

Materials

Yew

American Federal Southern Walnut Hinged Two Drawer Inlaid Sugar Chest, VA C 1820
American Federal Southern Walnut Hinged Two Drawer Inlaid Sugar Chest, VA C 1820

American Federal Southern Walnut Hinged Two Drawer Inlaid Sugar Chest, VA C 1820

Located in Charleston, SC

American Federal Southern walnut hinged top sugar chest with oval string inlays, two flanking drawers with brass pulls, central diamond escutcheons, and resting on the original turne...

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1820s American Antique Federal Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Federal Style Carved Mahogany Mirrored Display Cabinet by Pulaski, 20th C
Federal Style Carved Mahogany Mirrored Display Cabinet by Pulaski, 20th C

Federal Style Carved Mahogany Mirrored Display Cabinet by Pulaski, 20th C

By Pulaski Furniture Corporation

Located in Big Flats, NY

A Federal style display case by Pulaski offers mahogany construction with broken arch crest having central carved finial over case having double glass doors opening to shelved and mi...

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20th Century American Federal Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany, Glass, Mirror

Antique Federal Style Flame Mahogany Display China Cabinet By Councill
Antique Federal Style Flame Mahogany Display China Cabinet By Councill

Antique Federal Style Flame Mahogany Display China Cabinet By Councill

By Councill

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Federal Style Flame Mahogany Display China Cabinet by Councill This carved, banded, and flame mahogany cabinet is manufactured by Councill Furniture. It features two glass a...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Federal Cabinets

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Mahogany

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Located in Big Flats, NY

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Federal cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Federal cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage cabinets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, mahogany and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Federal cabinets made in a specific country, there are North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original cabinets, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, and Drexel. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for cabinets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $700 and tops out at $115,000 while the average work can sell for $2,743.