Hand Painted Chest
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Brass
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century Tibetan Other Furniture
Iron
Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Folk Art Decorative Boxes
Iron
2010s French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Ash, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Giltwood
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
2010s Italian Other Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century Argentine Modern Decorative Boxes
Brass
Early 20th Century British Blanket Chests
Wood, Paint
2010s Italian Other Dressers
Wood
Early 20th Century British Blanket Chests
Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Decorative Boxes
Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Trunks and Luggage
Brass, Iron
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Wood
2010s Italian Other Dressers
Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique 19th Century Classical Roman Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Other Dressers
Wood
2010s Italian Other Buffets
Wood
2010s Italian Other Dressers
Wood
Late 20th Century American Grand Tour Dressers
Wood, Paint
2010s Italian Other Dressers
Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century German Primitive Trunks and Luggage
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century Danish Baroque Revival Blanket Chests
Metal
Antique 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Cabinets
Iron
20th Century Italian Models and Miniatures
Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century Norwegian Folk Art Blanket Chests
Iron
Antique 1890s American Industrial Blanket Chests
Metal
2010s Italian Other Dressers
Wood
Mid-20th Century Japanese Trunks and Luggage
Rope, Wood
2010s Italian Other Dressers
Wood
2010s Italian Other Dressers
Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Blanket Chests
Wood, Paint
Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Other Blanket Chests
Wrought Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Blanket Chests
Birch, Pine
20th Century Asian Furniture
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dressers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Side Tables
Mahogany, Lacquer, Paint
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Trunks and Luggage
Wood
Antique Early 17th Century Italian Louis XIV Cabinets
Walnut, Paint
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Cabinets
Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century English Tables
Wood
20th Century Japanese Arts and Crafts Dry Bars
Hardwood
Vintage 1960s French Cabinets
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Pine
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century American American Colonial Dressers
Wood, Paint
20th Century French Victorian Night Stands
Oak
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Silver Leaf
20th Century Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Leather, Canvas
Antique 19th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Gold
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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 Fornasetti hand painted?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, each and every Fornasetti design is hand made and hand painted. The colors are expertly applied by painters, ensuring no two items are alike. You’ll find a variety of Fornasetti designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if a plate is hand-painted, examine it closely and inspect the painting with a magnifier. If the design is hand-painted, there are bound to be irregularities in at least a few places. Transfer prints will look much more uniform. Feel the plate's surface to see if you can detect areas with more texture — an indication of hand painting. Shop a wide collection of hand-painted plates from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To tell if pottery is hand-painted, examine its surface closely with a magnifying glass. Often, the hand-painting process leaves behind visible brushstrokes that you can see when you magnify the piece. Also, slight variations in patterns may indicate that a person completed the detail work rather than a machine. If you need assistance evaluating your pottery, take it to a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. Explore a diverse assortment of pottery on 1stDibs.
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