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Visibile M Vertical Display Cabinet by Angelo Alinea
Located in Geneve, CH
Visibile M Vertical Display Cabinet by Angelo Alinea Dimensions: W 60 x D 45 x H 181.4 cm Material
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Metal

Visibile M Vertical Display Cabinet by Angelo Alinea
Visibile M Vertical Display Cabinet by Angelo Alinea
$13,670 / item
H 71.42 in W 23.63 in D 17.72 in
Rosewood Display Cabinet by Skovby
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rich rosewood cabinet with glass doors and shelves by Skovby. Please confirm location.
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Display Cabinet by Skovby
Rosewood Display Cabinet by Skovby
$1,800
H 44 in W 77 in D 15 in
French Display Cabinet or Store Fitting Restored
Located in Chicago, IL
This was most likely an old turn of the century French store fitting or display cabinet. Our old
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

French Display Cabinet or Store Fitting Restored
French Display Cabinet or Store Fitting Restored
$3,950 Sale Price
53% Off
H 86.5 in W 65.75 in D 19 in
Cabinet with Display Box by Luis Pons
By Luis Pons
Located in Geneve, CH
Cabinet with Display Box by Luis Pons. Dimensions: W 66 x D 44 x H 79 cm. Materials: plywood
Category

2010s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut, Plywood

Cabinet with Display Box by Luis Pons
Cabinet with Display Box by Luis Pons
$10,499 / item
H 31.11 in W 25.99 in D 17.33 in
Pagoda 02 Display Cabinets by Sing Chan
Located in Geneve, CH
Pagoda 02 display cabinets by Sing Chan Dimensions: D 49.5 x H 202 cm Materials: Stainless steel
Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pagoda 02 Display Cabinets by Sing Chan
Pagoda 02 Display Cabinets by Sing Chan
$17,245 / item
H 79.53 in Dm 19.49 in
Charles Hollis Jones Lucite / Glass Display Cabinet
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A two door Lucite display cabinet with lighted top and bottom panels having four glass shelves
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite / Glass Display Cabinet
Charles Hollis Jones Lucite / Glass Display Cabinet
$2,200
H 75.25 in W 35.25 in D 12.75 in
Mario Marenco Walnut Display Cabinet, Italy, 1980
By Mario Marenco
Located in Brussels, BE
Mario Marenco walnut display cabinet, Italy, 1980.
Category

Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mario Marenco Walnut Display Cabinet, Italy, 1980
Mario Marenco Walnut Display Cabinet, Italy, 1980
$4,038
H 59.06 in W 19.69 in D 77.56 in
Pagoda 01 Display Cabinets by Sing Chan
Located in Geneve, CH
Pagoda 01 display cabinets by Sing Chan Edition Of 15 + 2 AP Dimensions: D 70 x H 190 cm Materials
Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel, Other

Pagoda 01 Display Cabinets by Sing Chan
Pagoda 01 Display Cabinets by Sing Chan
$22,423 / item
H 74.81 in Dm 27.56 in
Pagoda 02 Display Cabinets by Sing Chan
Located in Geneve, CH
Pagoda 02 display cabinets by Sing Chan Dimensions: D 49.5 x H 202 cm Materials: Stainless steel
Category

2010s Chinese Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel, Other

Pagoda 02 Display Cabinets by Sing Chan
Pagoda 02 Display Cabinets by Sing Chan
$12,078 / item
H 79.53 in Dm 19.49 in
Huge Lucite Display Bar Cabinet Etagere 1970s
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Made 1970's Exceptional Huge MCM Neo-Classical Hollywood Regency Style Lucite 2 Piece Dry Bar Display
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Lucite, Glass

Huge Lucite Display Bar Cabinet Etagere 1970s
Huge Lucite Display Bar Cabinet Etagere 1970s
$9,596 Sale Price
20% Off
H 74 in W 48 in D 20.25 in
Founders Mid Century Walnut and Glass Display Cabinets Pair
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Lutz, FL
Pair of Mid Century Modern Display/Curio Cabinets by Founders Furniture from the Patterns 23
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Henredon Black Lacquer Brass Glass Display Cabinets
By Henredon
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular pair of tall display cabinets designed by Henredon, each crafted with a striking black
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Display China Cabinet by Turnidge of London
By Elliots of Newbury
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage china cabinet was produced in England by Turnidge of London 1970s.  A wonderfully designed storage piece with bottle/glass storage at the top, a middle shelf and lo...
Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Teak

HG Danish Modern Brazilian Rosewood 2-Drawer Hanging Accent / Display Shelf
Located in Kensington, MD
Danish Modern Brazilian Rosewood 2-Drawer Hanging Accent / Display Shelf by Hansen & Guldborg
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Modernist Mirrored Acrylic Display Cabinet with Lighting
Located in Morristown, NJ
A circa. 1970's/80's, mirrored, lighted acrylic display cabinet with 4 acrylic shelves, unmarked
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

European Mid-Century Display Cabinet, Europe ca 1940s
Located in Utrecht, NL
Curio or display cabinets are versatile pieces of furniture that offer a creative way to showcase
Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

European Mid-Century Display Cabinet, Europe ca 1940s
European Mid-Century Display Cabinet, Europe ca 1940s
$1,100
H 32.29 in W 28.35 in D 14.38 in
Monumental Custom Brass and Lacquered Wood Display Cabinets
By Maison Jansen
Located in Dallas, TX
These magnificent display cabinets came from an upper east side home in NYC. They appear to be
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Monumental Custom Brass and Lacquered Wood Display Cabinets
Monumental Custom Brass and Lacquered Wood Display Cabinets
$96,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 93.25 in W 73 in D 20 in
Jules Leleu French Post-War Rosewood Display Cabinet
Located in Queens, NY
French Post-War Design (1950s) rosewood display cabinet with a Pair of marquetry inlaid doors
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Jules Leleu French Post-War Rosewood Display Cabinet
Jules Leleu French Post-War Rosewood Display Cabinet
$19,500
H 54.5 in W 32.25 in D 14.75 in
20th Century French Metal Etagère Display Shelves
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
seven feet in height and will make a stylish display case. Decorated with art, books, or other treasured
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

20th Century French Metal Etagère Display Shelves
20th Century French Metal Etagère Display Shelves
$7,347 / item
H 81.89 in W 40.95 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Corner Display Cabinet in Walnut Polished to Wax
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1930s Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Italian corner display cabinet polished to wax. Bassano's
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Corner Cupboards

Materials

Walnut

Bernhard Rohne Pair Mastercraft Display Cabinet Vitrines
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair Mastercraft illuminated display cabinet - Vitrines designed by Bernhard Rohne. Very well
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Pair Campaign Style Curio Display Cabinets by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Dallas, TX
We are very pleased to offer a great pair of gorgeous, sleek and minimalist display cabinets made
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Gio Ponti Display Cabinet Model 4120 for Singer Sons
By Gio Ponti
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare and important display cabinet by the master Gio Ponti, model 4120 for Singer & Sons. Elegant
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Showcase Curio Display Cabinet Bookcase
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
. Features a rectangular walnut case raised over large silver tapered metal legs The case features three
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Showcase Curio Display Cabinet Bookcase
Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Showcase Curio Display Cabinet Bookcase
$4,900 Sale Price
30% Off
H 38 in W 53 in D 18 in
Bianco Statuarietto Visibile M Horizontal Display Cabinet by Angelo Alinea
Located in Geneve, CH
Bianco Statuarietto Visibile M Horizontal Display Cabinet by Angelo Alinea Dimensions: W 120 x D 45
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Metal

Rustic French table display cabinet, ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / table cabinet / wood, facet cut glass / rustic / mid century Small display cabinet
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood

Rustic French table display cabinet, ca. 1900
Rustic French table display cabinet, ca. 1900
$2,339
H 25.2 in W 17.72 in D 14.18 in
Display Cabinet In Rosewood By Erik Brouer For Brouer Furniture
By Erik Brouer, Brouer Mobel
Located in Lejre, DK
Display cabinet in rosewood designed by Erik Brouer in the 1960s and manufactured by Brouer
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Display Cabinet In Rosewood By Erik Brouer For Brouer Furniture
Display Cabinet In Rosewood By Erik Brouer For Brouer Furniture
$1,544 Sale Price
20% Off
H 72.84 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
Display cabinet With A Pair Of Pheasants From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This captivating display cabinet, adorned with a male and female pair of pheasants, reflects the
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass

Display cabinet With A Pair Of Pheasants From 1960s
Display cabinet With A Pair Of Pheasants From 1960s
$878 Sale Price
58% Off
H 22.84 in W 35.44 in D 10.63 in
Mid Century Danish Teak Glass Door Display Cabinet
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid Century Danish Teak Glass Door Display Cabinet This cabinet measures: 31.5 wide x 12 deep x
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Teak

1940 s Traditional style Tall Mahogany China/ Display Cabinet
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1940's Traditional style Tall Mahogany China/ Display Cabinet. The woodwork is beautiful. There is
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

1940
s Traditional style Tall Mahogany China/ Display Cabinet
1940
s Traditional style Tall Mahogany China/ Display Cabinet
$3,020 Sale Price
20% Off
H 73 in W 17.5 in D 50.5 in
Display 1 Moving Shelves by Georgiev Kiril
Located in Geneve, CH
Display 1 Moving Shelves by Georgiev Kiril Dimensions: D 25 x W 60 x H 80 cm. Materials: Brushed
Category

2010s Bulgarian Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Stainless Steel

Display 1 Moving Shelves by Georgiev Kiril
Display 1 Moving Shelves by Georgiev Kiril
$1,745 / item
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 9.85 in
Display 3 Floating Stone by Georgiev Kiril
Located in Geneve, CH
Display 3 Floating Stone by Georgiev Kiril Dimensions: D 30 x W 30 x H 100 cm. Materials: Brushed
Category

2010s Bulgarian Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Stone, Stainless Steel

Display 3 Floating Stone by Georgiev Kiril
Display 3 Floating Stone by Georgiev Kiril
$1,448 / item
H 39.38 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Display 2 Floating Stone by Georgiev Kiril
Located in Geneve, CH
Display 2 Floating Stone by Georgiev Kiril Dimensions: D 30 x W 60 x H 80 cm. Materials: Brushed
Category

2010s Bulgarian Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Stone, Stainless Steel

Display 2 Floating Stone by Georgiev Kiril
Display 2 Floating Stone by Georgiev Kiril
$1,448 / item
H 31.5 in W 23.63 in D 11.82 in
Vintage Italian Etagere Display Cabinet by Zevi
By Renato Zevi
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage Italian etagere display cabinet by Zevi. This was designed by Renato Zevi, it
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Etagere Display Cabinet by Zevi
Vintage Italian Etagere Display Cabinet by Zevi
$986
H 40.95 in W 29.93 in D 14.97 in
Faux Goatskin Display Etagere Bar Cabinets by JOHN STUART
By John Stuart
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage 3 Piece Faux Goatskin Display Etagere Bar Cabinet Set by
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Faux Goatskin Display Etagere Bar Cabinets by JOHN STUART
Faux Goatskin Display Etagere Bar Cabinets by JOHN STUART
$6,396 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 78 in W 36 in D 20 in
#6027 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Super Structure Display Cabinet
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Super Structure display cabinet Stunning cabinet constructed of dark
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

#6027 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Super Structure Display Cabinet
#6027 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Super Structure Display Cabinet
$5,520 Sale Price
20% Off
H 80.25 in W 65 in D 18.75 in
De Coene Display Cabinet or Book Shelf, Belgium, 1970s
By De Coene Frères
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage early 1970s bookshelf or display cabinet by De Coene, Belgium. This three door cabinet is
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

De Coene Display Cabinet or Book Shelf, Belgium, 1970s
De Coene Display Cabinet or Book Shelf, Belgium, 1970s
$2,356 Sale Price
52% Off
H 76.38 in W 61.42 in D 17.33 in
Mastercraft Burl Wood Curio Display Cabinet Vitrine
By Mastercraft
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Dramatic and striking Mastercraft burl wood and glass curio display cabinet with gold veined
Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Paul Evans Mid Century Burl Wood Floating Display Cabinet
By Paul Evans
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul Evans Mid Century burl wood floating display cabinet. Measures: 24.5 wide x 13.75 deep x
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Pair rare MCM American of Martinsville Walnut Display Cabinets / Shelves
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare pair of Mid-Century Modern Campaign style case pieces/display shelving. Walnut frame with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rattan, Glass, Wood

Pair rare MCM American of Martinsville Walnut Display Cabinets / Shelves
Pair rare MCM American of Martinsville Walnut Display Cabinets / Shelves
$2,996 Sale Price
30% Off
H 78 in W 22 in D 18.25 in
Antique Retail Oak Display Cabinet from Wells Butchers’ Supply Co. Seattle
Located in Seattle, WA
The cabinet is a vintage display case made of oak wood with a rich, natural finish. It features a
Category

Vintage 1920s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Oak

Lucite, Brass, Glass Nickel Display Cabinet by Charles Hollis Jones
By Hudson Rissman, Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning lucite, brass, nickel and glass display cabinet designed and manufactured by Charles
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Nickel, Brass

Henredon Black Lacquer and Brass Display Cabinets/Vitrines
By Henredon
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful pair of Henredon lacquer, brass, and beveled glass display cabinets. Each equipt with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Group Display Cabinet
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
compartment and three lower drawers. Linear Group Chest of Drawers complete with display case top by Paul
Category

Antique 1850s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Aluminum

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Group Display Cabinet
Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Group Display Cabinet
$1,560 Sale Price
35% Off
H 58 in W 36 in D 18 in
1980s Italian Tie Display Cabinet by Sormani – Handmade, Green Glossy Lacquer
By Sormani
Located in Arosio, IT
This unique wall-mounted display cabinet is a one-of-a-kind piece, specially commissioned for the
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

1980s Italian Tie Display Cabinet by Sormani – Handmade, Green Glossy Lacquer
1980s Italian Tie Display Cabinet by Sormani – Handmade, Green Glossy Lacquer
$3,332 Sale Price
39% Off
H 28.75 in W 28.75 in D 5.71 in
Large Antique Display Cabinet / Secretary Made In Mahogany From 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
This large antique display cabinet, doubling as a secretary, showcases timeless elegance and
Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Large Antique Display Cabinet / Secretary Made In Mahogany From 1930s
Large Antique Display Cabinet / Secretary Made In Mahogany From 1930s
$2,275 Sale Price
89% Off
H 75.6 in W 75.6 in D 24.22 in
Poul Cadovius Abstracta vintage Modular Display Unit, Denmark 1960
By Poul Cadovius
Located in The Hague, NL
Minimal Danish modular display shelving by Poul Cadovius — Abstracta System, 1960s. A beautiful
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Metal

Poul Cadovius Abstracta vintage Modular Display Unit, Denmark 1960
By Poul Cadovius
Located in The Hague, NL
Minimal Danish modular display shelving by Poul Cadovius — Abstracta System, 1960s. A beautiful
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Metal

Antique Display Cabinet With Adjustable Shelves Made In Mahogany From 1920s
Located in Lejre, DK
Display cabinet from the 1920s made of mahogany with a single glass door and five adjustable
Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Display Cabinet With Adjustable Shelves Made In Mahogany From 1920s
Antique Display Cabinet With Adjustable Shelves Made In Mahogany From 1920s
$1,054 Sale Price
20% Off
H 59.45 in W 32.49 in D 11.03 in
John Widdicomb Mid Century Display Shelving Etagere
By John Widdicomb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Widdicomb mid century display shelving etagere The etagere measures: 32 wide x 14.5 deep x
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Wonderful Display Storage Attributed to Franco Campo Carlo Graffi
By Franco Campo Carlo Graffi
Located in Munich, DE
Very elegant and rare storage.
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Plywood

Wonderful Display Storage Attributed to Franco Campo 
Carlo Graffi
Wonderful Display Storage Attributed to Franco Campo 
Carlo Graffi
$4,371 Sale Price
20% Off
H 68.12 in W 45.28 in D 14.97 in
Mid-century Rattan Etagere Display Curio Cabinet w/ Mahogany Shelfs
Located in Van Nuys, CA
book details the fascinating History of rattan with photos of wonderful vintage and modern-day tropical
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wicker, Rattan

Mid-century Rattan Etagere Display Curio Cabinet w/ Mahogany Shelfs
Mid-century Rattan Etagere Display Curio Cabinet w/ Mahogany Shelfs
$1,042 Sale Price
44% Off
H 75 in W 14.25 in D 29.5 in
Vintage French Bamboo bar or display cabinet 1960s.
Located in Oirlo, LI
special display case at home to display your collection? Then this might be what you are looking for
Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

Materials

Bamboo, Glass

Vintage French Bamboo bar or display cabinet 1960s.
Vintage French Bamboo bar or display cabinet 1960s.
$655
H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in
Mid-century table display cabinet, France ca. 1900
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / table cabinet / wood, facet cut glass / rustic / mid century Small display cabinet
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-century table display cabinet, France ca. 1900
Mid-century table display cabinet, France ca. 1900
$2,339
H 25.2 in W 17.72 in D 14.18 in
Modernist Display Cabinet, Chrome Plated Metal, Lacquered Wood, Made To Measure
By GMD Berlin, Linu Enache
Located in Berlin, DE
Custom-made display cabinet designed and manufactured by GMD Berlin. Matte lacquered wood with
Category

2010s German Modern Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

Mejhal Display Cabinet With Glass Doors And Shelves
Located in Freamunde, PT
A true masterpiece, this display cabinet showcases an angular design that captivates the eye
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Mejhal Display Cabinet With Glass Doors And Shelves
Mejhal Display Cabinet With Glass Doors And Shelves
$13,925 / item
H 78.75 in W 51.19 in D 21.66 in
Original Mid-Century Display Cabinet, by Nový Domov, Mahogany, Czech, 1950s
By Novy Domov
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
This elegant Mid-Century display cabinet comes from Czechoslovakia from the mid-20th century. It is
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Glass, Mahogany, Lacquer

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Modern Display Case For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal modern display case for your home. Each modern display case for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, glass and metal. Find 480 options for an antique or vintage modern display case now, or shop our selection of 31 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the modern display case you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A modern display case is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Mastercraft, Henredon and Erbanisteria Roberto Gambella each produced at least one beautiful modern display case that is worth considering.

How Much is a Modern Display Case?

Prices for a modern display case start at $212 and top out at $90,000 with the average selling for $3,000.

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.

Questions About Modern Display Case
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A 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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