10 Awesome Contemporary Curio Cabinet

Most cabinets are intended for personal needs and necessities. They are utilized as storage on our clothings,eating items, kitchen items, and other necessary items. And some of them are of unique use, like the curio cabinets.


Curio Cabinets are furnitures used for display of curios.  Curios are strange objects that evokes curiosity (Wikipedia). In modern times , they would refer to the antiques, historical objects, classical collections . Best examples are the collections we see in the museum and some heritage parks.

The origin of the curio-cabinet stems back from Renaissance period (from 14th-17th century), the period of  awakening in the existence of world itself, and awakening towards new ideas, innovations , and the modern world. It was in 16th century when the concept of curio started. In that time ,people loved to showcase their works of arts and other field of interest, that will help them express how they understand anything hat exists in the world.

Now,modern Curio-cabinets are in different taste and fashion, most of which are constrcuted almost entirely with glass and framed with high-quality wood, metals or other materials. Not only for displaying antiques/historical items, but you could showcase your favorite collections as well.


Below are some nice picks of modern-styled curio cabinets.


Southern Enterprises Mahogany Lighted Curio Cabinet

Sharelle Furnishings, Inc. Elite Wenge Curio 

Corner Curio Cabinet Arched Top Golden Oak Finish 

Good to be place on your dining or kitchen corner. Best to place somewhere between living and dining area. made up of Chinese Oak, tempered glass and mirror.Upper shelves are adjustable to suite your needs. Both back edges have mirrors to enhance the lighting of your items.

Leda Classics Concave Curio Cabinet 

Wow! Very beautiful concavity.Influenced by European styles and inspired by Mediterranean 'old-world' culture.Elegant style. With hinge halogen lighting and mirror back.  (from)

Howard Miller 680-412 Saloman Curio Cabinet 

 

Hanley Corner Curio

 

Includes four tempered-glass shelves; two are adjustable. Crafted from quality materials for years of lasting beauty and use. Transitional design suits a wide range of home decor styles. Actual size is CORNER . (By: Amazon).

Curio Console Cabinet ,  Mahogany Finish

With Adjustable Glass Shelf Mahogany Finish .Traditional styling and a rich mahogany finish make this curio cabinet perfect for any room in your home.The inside of the cabinet has a large mirror back that visually adds depth while the clear fixed glass shelf divides the space in half, making room for a wide variety of items.This gorgeous curio cabinet is perfect in the dining room, entryway, or living room.

Baymont 4 door Console With Glass Doors

 

Graceful curved doors on the front and sides, along with beautiful hand-carved leaf details .Richly handcrafted of solid wood with a beautiful solid granite top.Lustrous hand-finish enhances the natural beauty of the wood. (By: Amazon)

Half Racetrack Glass Curio Cabinet in Black

 

Very unique racetrack glass curio in lush black finish, with tempered doors and shelves only .( From Amazon)

Southern Enterprises White 48" High Wall Curio

 

Frosty White Wall-Mount Jewelry Storage Mirror Armoire .Faced with a beveled mirror, this white wall mount jewelry armoire is designed to hold an array of jewelry.There is plenty of space and organizers to hold necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings.

CURIO CABINET-SERAMOUNT 

 

....hand painted feature with ornate brass hardware and glass shelving with doors. ....would look great In any corner of a living room or entry area .. (From: Amazon)

Ikea Klingsbo Glass Display Cabinet Lockable 

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displays and protects your glasses, favorite collections, etc... Lock included; if your cabinet shouldl be lockable or not is up to you. (From Amazon)

 

Coaster Solid Wood Glass Corner China Curio Cabinet

 

30" Painted Chinese Curio / Storage Cabinet in Black