French Curio
20th Century French Vitrines
Steel
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood, Glass
Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Vitrines
Mahogany
Early 20th Century European French Provincial Bookcases
Pine
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Wood
20th Century Louis XV Cabinets
Giltwood
Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Bronze
Vintage 1930s French Vitrines
Nickel
Early 20th Century French More Desk Accessories
Marble
Vintage 1910s French French Provincial Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Vitrines
Antique 19th Century French Shelves
Walnut
Antique Early 18th Century French Empire Side Tables
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Abstract Sculptures
Metal
Vintage 1940s French Directoire Cabinets
Vintage 1940s French Cabinets
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Vintage 1940s French Cabinets
Steel
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Wood
Vintage 1940s Cabinets
Gold
Two Door Cupboard
Vintage 1940s French Cupboards
Steel
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Rococo Cabinets
Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Cabinets
Brass
20th Century French Louis XV Cupboards
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century French Vitrines
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Glass, Porcelain, Wood
1990s American French Provincial Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Kingwood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Late 20th Century French Provincial Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wire
Vintage 1930s French Industrial Vitrines
Metal, Steel
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Glass, Wood
20th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Vitrines
Ormolu, Bronze
Vintage 1980s French Provincial Bookcases
Silk, Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century French Country Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century French Empire Cabinets
Marble
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Wardrobes and Armoires
Kingwood, Glass
Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Vitrines
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Vitrines
Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1930s American Cabinets
Rosewood, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Models and Miniatures
Metal
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Vitrines
Wood, Paint, Glass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Benches
Leather, Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
Rosewood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century French Provincial Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Ormolu
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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.
- What is a curio cabinet called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A curio cabinet gets its name from cabinet of curiosities. A curio cabinet is a special type of cabinet predominately made of glass to display and protect your favorite collectibles and antiques. Shop a wide range of vintage curio cabinets on 1stDibs.
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