Leather Topped Cabinet
Vintage 1940s North American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Century American American Colonial Blanket Chests
Metal
20th Century American Directoire Secretaires
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Italian Desks
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Other Desks
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Desks
Oak
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Desks
Oak
Antique 1850s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Leather, Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Credenzas
Wood
2010s American Modern Dry Bars
Cut Steel
Antique 19th Century French Empire Desks
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Leather, Hardwood
20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Desks
Bronze
20th Century Philippine Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century French Secretaires
Marble, Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Desks
Boxwood, Mahogany, Rosewood
Antique 19th Century French Empire Secretaires
Bronze
2010s Vietnamese Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique Early 1900s French Rococo Revival Desks
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Desks
Leather, Walnut, Burl
Antique Early 19th Century English George II Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1860s Spanish High Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Desks
Leather, Yew, Ebony
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Secretaires
Leather, Birch, Cherry
Antique 19th Century French Directoire Desks
Marble, Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Desks
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Desks
Leather, Bentwood
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
2010s Italian Art Deco Dry Bars
Marble, Gold Plate, Stainless Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Secretaires
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Desks
Gold, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Desks
Leather, Rosewood
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Secretaires
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Empire Desks
Ormolu
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Secretaires
Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Faux Leather, Maple
Antique Early 19th Century European Louis XVI Desks
Leather, Mahogany, Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Onyx
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Desks
Leather, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American George III Secretaires
Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Secretaires
Marble, Bronze
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Secretaires
Bronze
2010s American Modern Dry Bars
Cut Steel
2010s American Modern Dry Bars
Cut Steel
2010s American Modern Dry Bars
Cut Steel
20th Century French Desks
Brass
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Leather, Wood
2010s Italian Art Deco Credenzas
Marble
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Desks
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Desks
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sideboards
Lacquer, Leather, Velvet
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sideboards
Lacquer, Leather, Velvet
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Leather Topped Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.
- Is top grain leather good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, top grain leather is good and considered the second-highest-quality leather on the market. Top grain leather, or leather with a buffed top layer, is commonly used to make handbags and appropriate for luxury goods.
- Can I paint a leather desk top?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, you can paint a leather desk top. You can transform an old leather desk top and add visual appeal with easy-to-use leather paint. If you don’t feel confident in trying this by yourself, get in touch with a furniture restorer or related professional for help. Find a variety of leather desk tops on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The leather top on a desk is usually just called a leather top. However, some people refer to it as a leather insert or leather writing surface. The thin pieces of leather that go into making leather-top desks are known as skivers. Shop a variety of desks from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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