Mirror Display Cases
Vintage 1910s French Apothecary Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Oak
Vintage 1910s American Industrial Vitrines
Glass, Mirror, Wood
20th Century English Campaign Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
Early 20th Century American Vitrines
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Glass
Antique Early 19th Century French Vitrines
Nickel
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Vitrines
Aluminum, Brass
20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines
Nickel
Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Vitrines
Iron
Early 20th Century Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Bohemian Cupboards
Cane, Reed, Bentwood, Wicker, Glass, Mirror
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Vitrines
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Cabinets
Wood, Burl
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vitrines
Bronze
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Vitrines
Chrome
Antique 19th Century French Vitrines
Glass, Giltwood
Vintage 1930s English Vitrines
Brass
Early 20th Century Victorian Bookcases
Wood, Glass
Antique Late 19th Century French Other Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Modern Vitrines
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Other Cabinets
Iron
Early 20th Century French Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Vitrines
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Mirror, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Great Britain (UK) Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Walnut
Vintage 1920s American Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Corner Cupboards
Brass
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Lead
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Metal, Brass
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Victorian Shelves
Metal
Late 20th Century American Campaign Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Late 20th Century American Campaign Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Late 20th Century Modern Vitrines
Brass
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Vitrines
Stone, Brass
Antique 1890s American Industrial Vitrines
Glass, Mirror, Walnut
Late 20th Century Modern Vitrines
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Paint
Antique Early 1900s Spanish Gothic Revival Vitrines
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Islamic Vitrines
Sheet Metal, Tin
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Ormolu
Early 20th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles
Nickel
Early 20th Century American Corner Cupboards
Metal
Late 20th Century English Decorative Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Glass, Wood
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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.
- 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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