Italian Display Case
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Vitrines
Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Wood, Giltwood
Vintage 1950s Italian Louis XV Vitrines
Walnut
Antique 1880s Italian Renaissance Wardrobes and Armoires
Mid-20th Century Italian Vitrines
Fruitwood, Walnut, Burl
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Provincial Cabinets
Glass, Oak, Paint
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Carrara Marble, Brass
Vintage 1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Iron
Late 20th Century Cabinets
Marble
Antique 19th Century Italian Buffets
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Shelves
Bamboo
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Walnut, Wood, Cherry
Antique 19th Century Italian Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century Unknown Regency Secretaires
Glass, Laminate
Mid-20th Century North American Beaux Arts Linen Presses
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1940s Italian Carts and Bar Carts
20th Century Unknown Baroque Corner Cupboards
Wood
20th Century Unknown Baroque Corner Cupboards
Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Vitrines
Crystal
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Metal
20th Century Italian Buffets
Wood, Glass
Vintage 1960s Italian Bookcases
Iron
Antique 1890s Italian Bookcases
Antique Early 1900s Italian Vitrines
Brass
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Iron, Wire, Gold Leaf
Vintage 1940s Italian Louis XVI Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Ash, Bentwood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Vintage 1940s Italian Louis XV Vitrines
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century Italian Vitrines
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Vitrines
Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Vitrines
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Country Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Country Sideboards
Pine
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Credenzas
Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vitrines
Fir
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Shadow Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Vitrines
Iron
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vitrines
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Directoire Shadow Boxes
Glass, Walnut
20th Century Italian Modern Vitrines
Chrome
Antique 1880s Italian Vitrines
Iron
Vintage 1980s Italian Minimalist Vitrines
Steel
Vintage 1940s Italian Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Crystal, Bronze
Antique 18th Century Italian Cabinets
20th Century Italian Shelves
Bronze
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Italian Display Case For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is an Italian Display Case?
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.
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