French Polish Cabinet
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Buffets
Wood, Lacquer, Maple, Walnut
Vintage 1940s French Desks
Steel
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires
Fabric, Maple, Walnut
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cabinets
Marble, Wrought Iron
Early 2000s French Modern Sideboards
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Secretaires
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Antique 1850s French Rococo Revival Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Beech, Lacquer
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Ormolu
Antique Mid-19th Century French Shelves
Brass, Bronze, Wrought Iron
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dry Bars
Nickel
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dry Bars
Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Cane, Raffia, Wood
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Brass, Steel
0ne Drawer
Pivotal Stool with Leather Seat
Vintage 1940s French Desks
Steel
Late 20th Century French Modern Bookcases
Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass, Nickel
Late 20th Century French Modern Bookcases
Chrome
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dry Bars
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets
Pine
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dry Bars
Lacquer, Beech
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Kingwood
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dry Bars
Stainless Steel, Chrome
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 1810s French Empire Night Stands
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets
Blown Glass, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Cupboards
Cherry
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards
Wood, Birch, Burl
Late 20th Century French Desks
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Regency Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Shelves
Wood, Burl
Antique 19th Century French Cupboards
Yew
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Buffets
Cherry
Antique 19th Century French Buffets
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Sideboards
Fruitwood
Antique 19th Century French Desks
Rosewood
Antique 19th Century French Sideboards
Sycamore
Antique Early 19th Century French Sideboards
Walnut
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Chrome
Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Sideboards
Chestnut
Vintage 1910s French Empire Buffets
Bronze
Vintage 1940s French Empire Buffets
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Bookcases
Pine
Vintage 1920s British Queen Anne Cabinets
Mirror, Walnut
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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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