French Shop Counter
Antique 19th Century French Rustic Sideboards
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Sideboards
Pine
20th Century French Dry Bars
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Sideboards
Antique Late 19th Century French Buffets
Pine
20th Century French Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Buffets
Antique 19th Century French Sideboards
Oak
Early 20th Century French Industrial and Work Tables
Metal
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dry Bars
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Dry Bars
Wood
Vintage 1940s French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Oak, Pine
Antique Early 1900s European Dry Bars
Pine
Antique 1850s French Industrial and Work Tables
Elm, Oak
Vintage 1940s French Dry Bars
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic More Furniture and Collectibles
Pine
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Brass
20th Century French Neoclassical Vitrines
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Antique 1890s European Cabinets
Pine
Vintage 1920s European Cabinets
Oak
Antique Early 1900s French Rustic Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Country Sideboards
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Antique Early 1900s French Industrial and Work Tables
Metal
Antique Early 1900s French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Antique Early 1900s European Console Tables
Pine
Antique Early 1900s French Dry Bars
Metal, Enamel
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Credenzas
Marble
Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Credenzas
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French High Victorian Sideboards
Wood
Antique Early 1900s French Dry Bars
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Dry Bars
Oak
Vintage 1950s European Sideboards
Oak
Vintage 1910s French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Cupboards
Early 20th Century French Console Tables
Cherry
Antique 19th Century French Credenzas
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Buffets
Elm
Antique 19th Century French Buffets
Oak
20th Century French Dry Bars
Oak
Antique Late 18th Century French Apothecary Cabinets
Iron
Antique 19th Century French Buffets
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Buffets
Walnut, Pine
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Cabinets
Marble
Early 20th Century French Serving Tables
Iron
Antique 1890s French Country Buffets
Pine
Early 20th Century French Sideboards
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Industrial and Work Tables
Pine
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Wood
French Industrial and Work Tables
Antique Late 19th Century French Sideboards
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Console Tables
Oak
Vintage 1930s French Center Tables
Pine
Antique Early 1900s European French Provincial Industrial and Work Tables
Pine
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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 shop counter?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A shop counter is used for servicing customers usually consisting of a table that separates the seller and the buyer. A good counter can be a fantastic business asset since all transactions take place over this space. You will find a range of counters in different materials and styles on 1stDibs.
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