Antique English Dressers
1720s English Antique English Dressers
18th Century and Earlier English Antique English Dressers
Late 18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Brass
Late 18th Century British George III Antique English Dressers
Oak
19th Century English Antique English Dressers
Oak, Ebony
19th Century English Antique English Dressers
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Antique English Dressers
Mahogany
1850s British George III Antique English Dressers
Pine
18th Century and Earlier English Antique English Dressers
19th Century English Antique English Dressers
19th Century Antique English Dressers
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique English Dressers
Brass
1740s English George II Antique English Dressers
Brass
18th Century and Earlier English Antique English Dressers
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique English Dressers
Sycamore, Pine
19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Antique English Dressers
Pine
19th Century British Antique English Dressers
Wood
19th Century British Antique English Dressers
Oak
19th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Pine
19th Century British Antique English Dressers
Oak
19th Century English Antique English Dressers
Oak
19th Century English Antique English Dressers
Yew
Early 19th Century English Antique English Dressers
Ash, Elm, Oak
19th Century English Antique English Dressers
Pine
18th Century and Earlier Great Britain (UK) Antique English Dressers
Oak
1820s British Antique English Dressers
Wood
18th Century and Earlier English Antique English Dressers
18th Century and Earlier British Antique English Dressers
Wood
19th Century English Antique English Dressers
Oak
18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Oak
18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Oak
19th Century English Antique English Dressers
Oak
1790s English Antique English Dressers
Mahogany
19th Century English Antique English Dressers
19th Century English Victorian Antique English Dressers
Pine
18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Mid-19th Century British Antique English Dressers
Mahogany
18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Oak
Late 18th Century English Antique English Dressers
1810s English Empire Antique English Dressers
Brass
Early 19th Century English Antique English Dressers
Wood
Mid-18th Century English George II Antique English Dressers
Pine
Early 1700s English Antique English Dressers
Wood
18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Oak
18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Pine
18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Oak
18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Oak
18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Oak
18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Pine
18th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Pine
19th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Oak
18th Century English George II Antique English Dressers
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique English Dressers
Pine
18th Century and Earlier English Antique English Dressers
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique English Dressers
Pine
19th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Pine
19th Century English George III Antique English Dressers
Pine
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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify an antique dresser, examine it for markings that indicate who produced it. Makers typically add brands, carvings, paper labels or metal tags to inconspicuous areas, such as the inside of a drawer or the back of a dresser. If you can locate a marking, you can use trusted online resources to figure out who made it and learn more about your dresser. Unfortunately, some antique pieces may be unmarked or have lost their tags or labels over the years. With these pieces, you can turn to a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for assistance with the identification process. Find a wide variety of antique dressers on 1stDibs.
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