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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1920s Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Buffets
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Corner Cupboards
Marble, Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Lacquer, Plastic, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Teak
Antique 19th Century Indian Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century French Provincial Night Stands
Oak
Mid-20th Century English Campaign Night Stands
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American End Tables
Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Birch, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Antique 19th Century French Cupboards
Cherry
Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Corner Cupboards
Antique 19th Century French Cupboards
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Marble, Brass
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Marble
Antique 19th Century English Cupboards
Pine
20th Century English Cupboards
Vintage 1940s French Bookcases
Marble
Antique 19th Century Indian Bookcases
Teak
Antique 19th Century English Shelves
Marble
Vintage 1920s French Empire Bookcases
Marble
Antique 1820s George IV Bookcases
Marble
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1940s Scottish Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1970s French Cabinets
Bone, Lacquer, Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1930s English Georgian Cabinets
Walnut, Burl
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Japanese Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Cabinets
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s English Cabinets
Satinwood
Antique Early 1900s Scottish Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Italian Cabinets
Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases
Rosewood, Parchment Paper
Vintage 1950s American Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Credenzas
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Belgian Credenzas
Steel
Vintage 1960s American Buffets
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Sideboards
Metal
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Secretaires
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Unknown Desks
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Buffets
Brass, Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Secretaires
Carrara Marble, Marble, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Buffets
Pine
Antique 1830s French Restauration Buffets
Cherry
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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.
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