Glass Display Shelves
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Brass
20th Century French Hollywood Regency Shelves
Brass
Antique 1870s American Louis XV Shelves
Glass, Fruitwood, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century English Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood, Glass
Vintage 1960s English Arts and Crafts Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Wood
20th Century French Art Deco Shelves
Chrome
20th Century American Corner Cupboards
Oak, Glass
Antique 19th Century Dutch Cabinets
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Shelves
Brass
Early 20th Century American Other Shelves
Glass, Mirror, Wood
20th Century French Shelves
Wrought Iron, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Steel
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Shelves
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
2010s Polish Modern Cabinets
Alabaster, Stainless Steel
2010s British Tables
Iron, Brass, Zinc
2010s Polish Modern Cabinets
Alabaster, Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Mahogany, Boxwood
Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Late 20th Century European Cabinets
Wood
Antique 1790s British Secretaires
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American American Classical Cabinets
Brass
20th Century German Art Deco Vitrines
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
Antique 1870s French Baroque Revival Cabinets
Brass, Bronze
Antique Early 1700s English British Colonial Buffets
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Buffets
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Bookcases
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Shelves
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Singaporean Hollywood Regency Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Shelves
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Brass
20th Century American Organic Modern Shelves
Rattan, Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Wire
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Metal, Chrome
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Shelves
Rattan, Glass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
20th Century English Art Deco Shelves
Glass, Beech, Walnut
20th Century French Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Shelves
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Mid-20th Century French Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Shelves
Bronze
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Shelves
Bronze
20th Century Unknown Modern Shelves
Glass
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Cabinets
Other
Antique 1890s Sheraton Cabinets
Mahogany
20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s French Provincial Cabinets
Mahogany
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A glass display case is also called a showcase, vitrine, or display cabinet. It usually has one or more panels of transparent glass that allows for proper display of your treasured collectibles. Find a collection of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Tempered glass is used most often for shelving. It is five to six times stronger than ordinary glass and provides better protection and safety. Shop a variety of vintage and antique tempered glass on 1stDibs.
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