French Storage Units
Vintage 1940s French Shelves
Hardwood
20th Century French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Metal
20th Century French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Metal
20th Century French Shelves
Wood, Oak
Vintage 1970s French Shelves
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Shelves
Mid-20th Century French Other Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Other Shelves
Brass
Early 20th Century French Shelves
Iron
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Shelves
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Shelves
Bronze
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Plastic, Laminate, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Cane, Rattan, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Other Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1950s French Cabinets
Early 20th Century French Industrial Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Shelves
Bronze, Nickel
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Shelves
Pine
Vintage 1910s French French Provincial Shelves
Metal, Brass
20th Century French Shelves
Elm
Antique Late 19th Century French Country Cabinets
Pine, Paint
20th Century French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Metal
Early 20th Century French Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1960s French Shelves
Rope
Early 20th Century French Shelves
Iron
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Oak
Vintage 1910s French Industrial Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Oak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Elm
Early 20th Century French Shelves
Metal, Wire
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1950s Bookcases
Elm
20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Bamboo
Vintage 1980s French Shelves
Pine
Vintage 1920s French Modern Bookcases
Limestone
Vintage 1950s French Cabinets
Iron
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Metal
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
Antique 19th Century French Desks
Vintage 1960s French Shelves
Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1970s French Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Shelves
Steel
Antique 19th Century French Shelves
Metal
Early 20th Century French Shelves
Metal
Antique 1890s French Shelves
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Wardrobes and Armoires
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Desks
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Other Shelves
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Shelves
Brass, Wrought Iron, Metal
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Shelves
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Shelves
Beech, Glass, Mirror
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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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