Hanging Midcentury Cabinet
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Leather, Cane, Oak, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Pine
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rope, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Sheet Metal
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1950s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century English Corner Cupboards
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Birch, Teak
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Shelves
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut, Stained Glass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Mid-20th Century Dry Bars
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Olive, Walnut
Vintage 1930s British Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Marble, Iron
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Tôle
Antique Mid-19th Century Belgian Country Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Ormolu
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Slate, Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century English George III Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Antique Mid-19th Century English Corner Cupboards
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Iron
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Cane, Leather, Walnut
Antique 19th Century European Cabinets
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Paint, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Burl, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Chrome
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Bamboo, Wicker
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Mid-20th Century British Chinoiserie Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood, Mahogany, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Shelves
Antique Mid-19th Century English Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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.








