French Polish Cabinet
Vintage 1920s French Directoire Bookcases
Mahogany, Mirror, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Directoire Bookcases
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Empire Cabinets
Stone, Metal, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Secretaires
Marble, Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century French Buffets
Chestnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Dressers
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Cabinets
Onyx, Metal
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Wire
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Desks
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desks
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Buffets
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Desks
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets
Metal
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Buffets
Macassar
Antique 19th Century French Empire Buffets
Metal, Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Buffets
Carrara Marble, Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Credenzas
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 1820s French Restauration Secretaires
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Buffets
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Biedermeier Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Buffets
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Sideboards
Marble, Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Buffets
Carrara Marble, Brass, Bronze
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Enamel
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Directoire Dressers
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Empire Buffets
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Other Buffets
Metal, Brass
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets
Steel
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets
Wood, Ash, Burl
Antique Early 19th Century French Biedermeier Secretaires
Cherry, Spruce
Early 20th Century French Regency Buffets
Marble
Vintage 1930s French Louis XVI Buffets
Carrara Marble, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Empire Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Hardwood, Pine
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks
Brass, Gold Leaf
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Buffets
Ormolu
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Buffets
Carrara Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cupboards
Birch, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Buffets
Metal, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Other Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Mahogany
20th Century French Louis XVI Buffets
Stone, Marble, Metal, Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards
Ebony
Vintage 1950s French Louis XVI Buffets
Carrara Marble, Brass, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Buffets
Stone, Marble, Metal, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Buffets
Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Secretaires
Carrara Marble, Brass, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Rustic Buffets
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Empire Buffets
Brass
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Buffets
Carrara Marble, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Buffets
Carrara Marble, Bronze
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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.
- Is French polishing difficult?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not French polishing is difficult is largely a matter of personal opinion. To get the effect, you must apply shellac to a surface in a certain manner. Most who have mastered the technique say that it takes time to learn the proper technique. Shop a wide range of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
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