Glass Display Shelves
Vintage 1920s French Provincial Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Modern Shelves
Chrome
Mid-20th Century English Shelves
Iron
Antique 19th Century Guatemalan Spanish Colonial Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Bronze
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1920s English Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1950s Belgian Shelves
Birch
Vintage 1960s American Shelves
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century French Shelves
Brass
Antique Early 1900s American Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Copper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal, Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Glass
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Shelves
Glass
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Chrome
Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s British Hollywood Regency Shelves
Metal, Gold Plate
Antique Late 19th Century Apothecary Cabinets
Mahogany
20th Century American Country Shelves
Brass, Wrought Iron
20th Century French French Provincial Shelves
Plastic, Kingwood
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Shelves
Bronze
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Early 20th Century Italian Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century Victorian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Shelves
Beech, Glass, Mirror
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Victorian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany, Paint
Antique 1880s French Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Blown Glass, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century American Empire Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Velvet, Glass, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Shelves
Marble, Brass
20th Century American Modern Shelves
Vintage 1970s American Shelves
Glass, Mirror
Mid-20th Century Georgian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Shelves
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Ebony, Amboyna
Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Shelves
Glass, Wood
Antique 1860s French Victorian Cabinets
Ormolu
20th Century Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1970s Victorian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Other
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Shelves
Brass
Early 20th Century American Regency Shelves
Brass
Early 20th Century English Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Glass, Teak
Antique 1850s European Victorian Cabinets
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.
- 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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