Chinese Elm Cabinet
Early 20th Century Chinese Furniture
Elm, Burl
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Elm
Early 20th Century Chinese Cabinets
Elm
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Elm
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Night Stands
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Elm, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Elm, Lacquer
Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Ming Furniture
Brass
Antique 19th Century Chinese Bookcases
Brass
Antique Early 1800s Chinese George III Furniture
Elm
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Cupboards
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Furniture
Bronze
Antique 1850s Chinese Qing Bookcases
Elm
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Qing Furniture
Brass
20th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Sideboards
Elm
Early 20th Century Chinese Bookcases
Elm, Rattan
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Furniture
Elm
Antique 1870s Chinese Qing Apothecary Cabinets
Elm, Spruce
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Bookcases
Elm
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sideboards
Elm
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Sideboards
Elm
Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Elm, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Elm, Pine
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Bookcases
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Sideboards
Metal
Antique Early 18th Century Chinese Qing Sideboards
Elm
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Elm
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Elm
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests
Iron
Early 20th Century Chinese Blanket Chests
Brass
Late 20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Elm
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Elm
Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Elm
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Elm, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Wood, Elm
Early 20th Century Chinese Night Stands
Iron
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Elm, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Elm, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Elm, Lacquer
20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Elm
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Elm, Lacquer, Paint
Early 20th Century Chinese Furniture
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Brass
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Side Tables
Elm
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cabinets
Wood, Elm
Antique 19th Century Chinese Cabinets
Elm
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Corner Cupboards
Elm
Antique 19th Century Chinese Cabinets
Elm
20th Century Chinese Cabinets
Elm
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Credenzas
Brass
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Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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.
- How hard is Chinese elm?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Elm wood features a ranking of 830 on the Janka Hardness scale. Chinese elm is known to be the hardest variety of elm, and is often used for the handles of tools and sporting gear. Shop an array of Chinese elm wood pieces on 1stDibs.
- Is Chinese elm a hardwood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The Chinese elm (Ulmus parvifolia) is a hardwood, and it grows in hardiness zones 5b through 10a. Hardiness zones are ranges of climatic conditions in every part of the U.S.
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020A Chinese wedding cabinet is a general term to refer to any number of large armoire type cabinets with two large doors and fitted with shelves and usually a false bottom. True wedding cabinets will have auspicious paintings, such as butterflies or flowers, or even boys, covering the doors and frame.
- Can I paint my Chinese cabinet?1 AnswerLotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Yes, you can paint your Chinese cabinet, though unless it is in poor condition, doing so is usually frowned upon. You will have to sand down the surface beforehand, as most Chinese cabinets have a lacquer finish.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Generally speaking, antique Chinese cabinets are very well made, using solid wood with joined construction. Vintage and modern Chinese cabinets will generally not be of the same high quality as antique pieces.
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