Lacquer Display Cases
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Wood, Rosewood
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets
Marble
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Antique 1850s Czech Biedermeier Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer, Maple
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines
Mirror, Wood, Lacquer
Antique 1850s Czech Biedermeier Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Cherry
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Shelves
Elm
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Bookcases
Elm
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer, Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer, Spruce
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Maple
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Futurist Cabinets
Gold Leaf
2010s French Modern Cabinets
Cherry, Oak, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Glass, Mahogany, Lacquer
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Yew
20th Century American Late Victorian Vitrines
Mahogany
2010s Modern Vitrines
Steel, Chrome
2010s French Modern Cabinets
Cherry
2010s French Modern Cabinets
Oak, Lacquer
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1940s Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Oak
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Mirror, Maple
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Burl
20th Century Unknown Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Glass, Walnut, Lacquer
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Raffia
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards
Metal
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Mahogany
20th Century American American Empire Vitrines
Mirror, Oak
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
20th Century American Federal Cupboards
Glass, Yew
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Burl
20th Century American Adam Style Vitrines
Burl
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer, Glass
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Chrome
20th Century American Federal Shelves
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Italian Baroque Secretaires
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Metal, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Palisander
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Aluminum
20th Century North American Jacobean Vitrines
Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Metal, Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Bamboo, Rush
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Mahogany, Lacquer
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Faux Bamboo, Oak
Antique 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Hardwood
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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.
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