Wall Curio Cabinets
A curio cabinet can be the perfect place for displaying any collection of beautiful and treasured items. The cabinets themselves are decorative, and the glass sides and doors let you showcase everything from figurines to photos or memorabilia inherited from family members. Collections can be changed with the seasons — featuring a Christmas village in December or harvest bounty in the autumn. Knickknacks that lose their impact when scattered individually throughout a room can be grouped together for a greater (and dustfree) impact.
Traditional Wall-Mounted Display Cabinet
$314.99 $859
Traditional Wall-Mounted Display Cabinet
Charlton Home®
$314.99 $859
Perfect For: Classic and elegant home interiors
What We Like: Scrolling top design and finial accent
Showcase your cherished decor in timeless elegance with this traditional wall-mounted display cabinet. Its wood frame and glass panels, along with the scrolling top design and finial accent, exude an artful and classic appeal. The cabinet is ideal for presenting china in the dining room or displaying cherished collectibles in the entryway. With its lightly distressed finish, this piece adds a touch of vintage charm to your space.
Designer Advice:
To create a warm and inviting entryway, pair this cabinet with a Persian-style rug in red hues, and don't be afraid to mix and match your treasured pieces for a personal touch.
London Curio Wall Cabinet
$182.99 $226.86
London Curio Wall Cabinet
Design Toscano
$182.99 $226.86
Crafted of solid hardwood, this bright red wall mounted curio cabinet comes with two removable glass shelves. The cabinet is hand-painted and topped with a crown pediment and acanthus detailing. Stands 26” tall by 6.5” deep. Shelves are not adjustable and no assembly is required.
Designer Advice:
This conversation piece brings a little slice of England right to your home. The curio wall cabinet can be the perfect place to store the family’s collection of cell phones. Simply drill a small hole in the back to use as a charging station. Or, in a nod to the most traditional English pastime — drinking tea — store your teabag collection on the shelves.
Collector's Cabinet with Glass Shelves and Doors
$182.99 $249.66
Collector's Cabinet with Glass Shelves and Doors
Design Toscano
$182.99 $249.66
Perfect For: Showcasing and organizing cherished collectibles
What We Like: Elegant design with maximum light exposure
This collector's cabinet features two hand-turned rails, a curved pediment, and fine shoe molding detail, emphasizing its clean lines and mirror-backed design. The cabinet has two removable glass shelves and glass side panels, allowing maximum light to shine on your prized possessions. Crafted from solid hardwood, the two framed glass doors with wood knobs open separately, offering unobstructed viewing from all angles. The hand-finished hue complements any decor while providing ample space for displaying heirloom collectibles, statuettes, or Faberge-style eggs.
Designer Advice:
Position this cabinet in a well-lit area of your home, and pair it with delicate lighting to accentuate the beauty of your displayed treasures. Avoid overwhelming the cabinet with clutter and choose your favorite pieces for maximum visual impact.
White or Black Hanging Curio Cabinet
$178.99 $210.9
White or Black Hanging Curio Cabinet
Design Toscano
$178.99 $210.9
With glass on three sides, this wall curio cabinet is perfect for collectibles. It’s made of solid hardwood and painted in either a lily white or ebony black. The three tempered glass shelves are adjustable and can support a total of 10 lbs in weight.
Designer Advice:
The three glass shelves in this small hanging curio cabinet are ideally spaced to display little tea cups and saucers. While there are no grooves in the glass that allow plates and saucers to stand vertically, there is enough width to accommodate a plate stand with plate. If your collections require more height, consider removing one of the three shelves.
Classical Wall Mounted Curio Cabinet
$279.99 $319.99
Classical Wall Mounted Curio Cabinet
Astoria Grand
$279.99 $319.99
Three non-adjustable tempered glass shelves are set against a mirrored back in this wall mounted curio cabinet. At only four inches deep, this pretty cabinet will only hold the smallest items, such as Swarovski crystal figures. The weight capacity of the cabinet is 10 lbs.
Reproduction Curio Wall Cabinet
Reproduction Curio Wall Cabinet
design TOSCANO
Fifteen individual panes of glass showcase your collectibles in this wall curio cabinet. A curved front, crown molding, double shelves, and barley twist spindles all enhance the look of this 18th century replica cabinet. Antique distressing is done by hand.
Mesh Panel Small Hanging Curio Cabinet
Mesh Panel Small Hanging Curio Cabinet
Deco 79
Two hinged cabinet doors feature metal mesh panels rather than the traditional glass in this hanging curio cabinet. A white distressed finish and scalloped arched crown add to the rustic charm. The shelves are 5.5" deep and the lower section is 12.5" high. Wipe clean with a dry cloth.
Designer Advice:
Perfect for extra storage in a bathroom, this curio wall cabinet can hold two stacks of toilet paper rolls on the lower shelf and three rolls on the top shelf. While the metal mesh panels allow items to be displayed, they can be easily removed and thin glass panel added. Frosted plexiglass can also be used to hide extra bath products and keep them handy.
Square Wall Hanging Curio Cabinet
Square Wall Hanging Curio Cabinet
Square in shape, this small wall hanging curio cabinet comes with three wood shelves, two of which are removable. The single door and two side panels are glass. Two triangle hooks are already installed on the back for easily hanging. The cabinet comes fully assembled.
Wall Curio Mahogany and Glass Display Cabinet
Wall Curio Mahogany and Glass Display Cabinet
Astoria Grand
Perfect For: Showcasing trinkets and treasures in any room
What We Like: Elegant mahogany wood and glass door design
Create an eye-catching display with this Wall Curio display cabinet, lovingly crafted from solid mahogany wood and featuring a glass door, as well as glass sides. Designed to fit effortlessly into your kitchen or bathroom, it'll make use of empty wall space and serve as the perfect showcase for your beloved trinkets and treasures. The cabinet is equipped with two removable shelves, allowing you to customize your display as you see fit. Its closing door ensures your items stay secure and protected from dust or curious hands.
Designer Advice:
Think about coordinating the cabinet with other wooden accents in the room, and use an LED light strip to further illuminate your display, creating an even more captivating focal point.
Wall Mounted Curio Cabinet with Clock
Wall Mounted Curio Cabinet with Clock
Winston Porter
The classic design of this small wall hanging curio cabinet boasts an inset analog clock with quartz movement. Sturdily constructed of solid and manufactured wood with a cherry color finish. Two non-adjustable tempered glass shelves are set against the mirrored back.
Designer Advice:
This perfect traditional wall curio cabinet can be furthered enhanced by installing a small puck light above the top shelf. This will shine through each glass shelf and add extra sparkle to any crystal figurines or other small memorabilia items you display. The etching design on the glass doors create a perfect frame to highlight individual items on each shelf.
Walnut Curio Cabinet
Walnut Curio Cabinet
Design Toscano
A single glass door opens on this hanging walnut curio cabinet. At 24” high, the two tempered glass shelves are each 16” wide and 4.5” deep. The empty cabinet weighs 15 lbs and supports up to 10 lbs additional weight.
Designer Advice:
The single panel glass door on this wall curio cabinet allows unobstructed viewing. With a classical pediment and Corinthian columns, this cabinet looks like you inherited it from your grandmother. Hiding a puck light under the top pediment creates a soft glow throughout the cabinet and its contents. Leave the puck light on to create the perfect night light!
Rustic Wall Curio Cabinet
Rustic Wall Curio Cabinet
Uniek
The inside of this small wall hanging farmhouse-style curio cabinet has five sectioned shelves. A black iron metal door latches with a hidden magnetic clasp. Keyhole hangers are attached to the back of this cabinet for easy and sturdy installation.
Mirror Backed Wall Mounted Curio Cabinet
Mirror Backed Wall Mounted Curio Cabinet
Jenlea
At 26” high by 20” wide, this wall mounted curio cabinet can support up to 20 lbs on its three tempered glass shelves. Crafted from manufactured wood and stained a dark brown, the cabinet shows no natural wood grain color variation.
Buying Guide
Chloe is a highly-regarded expert in all things vintage and antique. She’s excited to share her vast knowledge with readers and clients wishing to infuse their homes with a mixture of old-time warmth and modern comfort. In addition to her design work, Chloe regularly volunteers at her local community center, teaching DIY projects to adults and kids.
Small wall curio cabinets come with hardware for wall-mounting, so you can install the units at eye level. They weigh and cost lesser compared to traditional curio cabinets, but they offer limited display space.
Because of the limited space in a small wall curio cabinet, you can only display small-sized items. As you know, collections are born out of your personal interests and style. Depending on what your likes are, you may want your small curio cabinet to fit your collection of candy dishes, model cars, gravy boats, rocks, miniature dolls or glass figurines. Your choices are endless.
For that hodge-podge effect, display various items from tiny photos to mementos from years back. Make small items interesting by setting them on wooden blocks for kids, shapely shells or velvet ring boxes.
You can also attach cup hooks underneath your small wall-mount curio cabinet for hanging things like vintage bracelets and teacups.
For a green theme, add anything from jade grapes to emerald-colored vintage frames.
Place bunched fabric on the shelves like navy velvet or black to give your pale-colored or clear glass collection a rich contrast. If you have darker items displayed on the cabinet, you can make your collection come to life by adding silver or white satin.
Use acrylic or glass props, stands, and blocks when you’re displaying tiny crystal items, so they won’t disappear visually when they are grouped with larger pieces from your collection.
Get the height and width of the biggest item/s you plan on displaying. Once you have the dimensions in mind, get the cabinet that’s capable of housing the biggest item in your collection. This way, your favorite fruit bowl or picture frame won’t appear as if it is squeezed inside the cabinet. You can also factor in a few extra inches to give visual comfort.
It is always a good idea to haul your collection out of your storage unit and have it on display. As you’re thinking of getting a small-sized curio, you’d have to be more conscious of the items you will be displaying.
If you are purchasing a curio cabinet but you still don’t know what you will be displaying, measure the distance of the shelves as well as the width so you have dimensions as a guide when you’re selecting or purchasing items for display.
Use a damp microfiber cloth when you’re wiping or cleaning your small curio cabinet. If you have a wooden framework, you can polish it every six months using a hardwood polish. For glass panels and sections of your curio case, wet a newspaper and use it in wiping off fingermarks.
Remember that cloth, regardless of the type, leaves residue. So, wipe the glass surfaces of your curio dry as dust can settle or accumulate on them, causing some scratches and damaging your cabinet.
In order to clean displayed items made of glass or crystal, take them out of their display case and wash them in running water every 3-6 months. After, you can wipe them dry using a soft cloth.
