English Library Cabinet
Antique 19th Century English Regency Cabinets
Bronze
Antique 1820s English Sideboards
Mahogany
Antique 1840s British Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Cabinets
Vintage 1940s English Shelves
Oak
Vintage 1940s English Shelves
Oak
Antique Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Cabinets
Mahogany, Rosewood, Satinwood
20th Century American Bookcases
Bronze
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Pine
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany, Pine
Antique 19th Century English William IV Bookcases
Vintage 1940s English Cabinets
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Bookcases
Antique Early 1900s British Bookcases
Antique 19th Century English George IV Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English George III Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1980s English Bookcases
Yew
Antique Early 1900s British Bookcases
Pine, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Desks
Oak, Leather
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century English George III Bookcases
Pine
20th Century Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1910s British Bookcases
Pine
Vintage 1910s British Bookcases
Pine, Oak
Vintage 1910s British Bookcases
Beech
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Iron
Antique 19th Century English George III Bookcases
Oak
Antique 1880s English Bookcases
Cherry, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English George III Bookcases
Maple
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Desks
Mahogany, Satinwood
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Oak
Antique 1860s English Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century English George IV Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Pine
Antique 1870s English Victorian Cabinets
Rosewood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1940s English Shelves
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century Great Britain (UK) Bookcases
Glass, Satinwood
Antique 19th Century English Regency Revival Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desks
Leather, Wood
Antique 1840s English Hepplewhite Bookcases
Kingwood, Satinwood
Antique 19th Century English George II Desks
Brass
Vintage 1980s English Other Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Brass
Antique 1860s English Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
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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.
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