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Mastercraft Burl Wood and Glass Curio Display Cabinet Vitrine Étagère Breakfront
By Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern tall tower shape breakfront by Mastercraft. Brass trim, burl wood, beveled
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Henredon Sunrise Dome Shape 2 Glass Door Lighted Shelves Curio Display Cabinet
By Henredon, Baker Furniture Company, Tomlinson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
MINT Large Henredon Sunrise Dome Shape 2 Glass Door Lighted Shelves Curio Display Cabinet
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Display Shelf/ Room Divider Super-Structure Model 5223
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Versatile Room Divider/ Display Shelf, Super-Structure Model number 5223
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Mahogany, Glass

Axel Einar Hjorth Manner Pine and Elm Display Shelf, Swedish Cabinetmaker 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Ystad, SE
Elegant and Minimalist Axel Einar Hjorth Manner Pine and Elm Display Shelf, Sweden 1930s A simple
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Axel Einar Hjorth Manner Pine and Elm Display Shelf, Swedish Cabinetmaker 1930s
Axel Einar Hjorth Manner Pine and Elm Display Shelf, Swedish Cabinetmaker 1930s
$2,757 Sale Price
20% Off
H 33.08 in W 43.71 in D 12.21 in
3-Tier Vintage Italian Gold Gilt Metal Tassle Rope Glass Display Shelf
By Maison Jansen, Maison Baguès, Hans Kögl
Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW
Highly decorative twisted rope and tassle gilt metal shelf with three glass shelves from the 1970s. Overall, the shelf is in very good vintage and original condition with signs of us...
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Vintage Brass Étagère Arched Glass Display Shelf with Three + Four Shelves
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage arched brass shelf shelves étagères. Chrome has been polished. Glasses are originals. The width is 29.92in + 9.44in .
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Vintage Brass Étagère Arched Glass Display Shelf with Three + Four Shelves
Vintage Brass Étagère Arched Glass Display Shelf with Three + Four Shelves
$2,880 Sale Price
20% Off
H 79.34 in W 39.38 in D 16.15 in
"Optimum" Glass Shelf and Walnut Display Cupboard by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie
By Dessie Studio, Stephane Lebrun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Optimum" is a glass display cupboard, designed by Stephane Lebrun and manufactured by Dessie
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Leather, Glass, Walnut

"Optimum" Glass Shelf and Walnut Display Cupboard by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie
"Optimum" Glass Shelf and Walnut Display Cupboard by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie
$15,018 Sale Price / item
15% Off
H 50.4 in W 47.2 in D 19.6 in
4-Door Display Cabinet 4 Doors in Oak, Design C. Lecomte, 100% Made in France
By Christophe Lecomte
Located in Landivy, FR
This Vitrine belongs to the STELLA collection designed by Christophe Lecomte in Vendée, France. Graduated from the famous BOULLE design school in Paris, Christophe navigates very eas...
Category

2010s French Modern Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Lacquer

Jacques Adnet French Etagere or Bookshelf Display Shelf Black Metal Faux Bamboo
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Chicago, IL
Jacques Adnet French metal and brass etagere or open bookshelf or display shelf with four shelves
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal, Brass

Jacques Adnet French Etagere or Bookshelf Display Shelf Black Metal Faux Bamboo
Jacques Adnet French Etagere or Bookshelf Display Shelf Black Metal Faux Bamboo
$4,000 Sale Price
20% Off
H 41.25 in W 25.25 in D 7.5 in
Linear Group Display Cabinet by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, c. 1960s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Deland, FL
walnut, brass, and glass, the display cabinet is comprised of two pieces. The top of the cabinet (hutch
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Evans Clark Folding Bookcase/ Display Shelf/ Room Divider by Glenn of California
By Evans Clark, Glenn of California
Located in Highland, IN
display shelf or a room divider. The mahogany case has five shelves on each side attached with a piano
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Tall High Gloss Lacquer Finish Rounded Beveled Glass Display Cabinet Wall Unit
By Jay Spectre
Located in Rockaway, NJ
High quality Mid-Century Modern display qurio cabinet. High gloss durable finish, rounded beveled
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Hardwood

Black Steel Wormy Chestnut Shelves 8 Foot Tall Etagere BookCase Display MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Black Steel & Wormy Chestnut Shelves 8 Foot Tall Etagere BookCase Display MINT!
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Acyclic and Glass Light Up Display Sideboard or Credenza With Shelve
By Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
1970s mid-century modern lucite sideboard with glass interior shelves, glass top and transparent
Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Acrylic, Wood

Mid Century Burl Wood Glass 38" Wide 76" Tall Curio Display Cabinet Vitrine MINT
By Drexel, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Burl Wood Glass 38" Wide 76" Tall Curio Display Cabinet Vitrine MINT
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Burl

Pair Mastercraft Dome Shape Burl Wood Curio Display Cabinets w Shelves Lights
By Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Mastercraft dome shape burl wood curio display cabinets w shelves lights.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Pair of Wall Mount Display Cabinets in Pine by Mogens Koch, 1960s
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of Vitrines in pine with sliding glass doors. Designed by Maa. Mogens Koch in the 1930,s. Perfect for wall mounting also. Edited by Rud Rasmussen cabinet makers in the 1960s ....
Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vitrines

Materials

Pine

Pair of Wall Mount Display Cabinets in Pine by Mogens Koch, 1960s
Pair of Wall Mount Display Cabinets in Pine by Mogens Koch, 1960s
$3,000 / set
H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 11.03 in
Mid Century French Shelving Display Cabinet Bookcase C.1970, Pierre Vandel Paris
By Pierre Vandel
Located in London, GB
Mid century French shelving display cabinet bookcase C.1970. PIERRE VANDEL, PARIS: A black and
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Tall Display Cabinets on Corinthian Pillars with Built in Lights
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning of 170cm tall display pillars with lights on
Category

20th Century English Modern Vitrines

Materials

Wood

Pair of Tall Display Cabinets on Corinthian Pillars with Built in Lights
Pair of Tall Display Cabinets on Corinthian Pillars with Built in Lights
$1,428 Sale Price / set
30% Off
H 66.93 in W 17.92 in D 13.78 in
Mid-Century Display Cabinet Made in Czechia, 50s, Restored Oak
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
20th century mid-century display cabinet Material: oak.
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Oak

White Pickled Rush Cane Bamboo Wrapped 5 Shelves 76" Tall Etagere Display MINT!
By Century Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Lighted White Pickled Rush Cane Bamboo Wrapped 5 Shelves 76" Tall Etagere Display MINT!
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Rush

Mathieu Matégot Iron and Bronze Petite Two Tier Stand or Shelf Display
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Westport, CT
Mathieu Matégot black iron and bronze mesh two tier stand / shelf display Piece. Hungarian born
Category

Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Mid Century Iron and Glass Display Rack Stand Wall Unit in Green Paint Finish
By Paul McCobb, Frederic Weinberg
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Brutalist Industrial style iron and glass shelf, wall unit, display piece. Constructed
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Iron

Vintage Rattan Shelf Display Unit with Built in Planter Room Divider Circa 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
cabinet. Can be used in the kitchen to display China, in a sun room as an accent piece. The planter can be
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rattan, Formica, Plywood

Contemporary Burmese Dolls in Lucite Display Case
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Contemporary Burmese Dolls in Lucite Display Case This display case measures: 69 wide x 5 deep x
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Shadow Boxes

Materials

Metal

ONE AVAILABLE. Display Shelves in Red Tubular Enameled Steel with 3/8 Inch Glass
Located in Kansas City, MO
. Very good condition. Price is for each. These would work well in any mid century, post modern, or
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass

Large Fifty Drawers Shop Counter, Display Sideboard 1958 de Coene, Belgium
By De Coene Frères, Philippe Neerman
Located in Antwerp, BE
designed for a Royal National Library project. This display with fifty drawers is perfect for a showcase
Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome

Large Fifty Drawers Shop Counter, Display Sideboard 1958 de Coene, Belgium
Large Fifty Drawers Shop Counter, Display Sideboard 1958 de Coene, Belgium
$4,945 Sale Price
20% Off
H 31.5 in W 86.62 in D 23.63 in
FOUR VINTAGE HARDWOOD GLASS TABLE TOP DISPLAY CASES FOR TRiNKETS 21X32X15CM
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
vintage Mahogany and Glass display cases Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers
Category

20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

FOUR VINTAGE HARDWOOD 
GLASS TABLE TOP DISPLAY CASES FOR TRiNKETS 21X32X15CM
FOUR VINTAGE HARDWOOD 
GLASS TABLE TOP DISPLAY CASES FOR TRiNKETS 21X32X15CM
$1,469 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 5.91 in W 12.8 in D 8.27 in
Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Kensington, MD
Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case Additional
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Sailing Training Ship Full-Rigged Ship Elli in the Display Case 1958 Denmark
Located in Hannover, DE
This beautiful, handcrafted sailing training ship was built in the late 1950s. The work is very detailed and neatly executed. The shipbuilder has created a true work of art here. The...
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures

Materials

Brass

loan Nemtoi (Romanian, born 1964) Hand Blown Art Glass Vase and Display Case
By Ioan Nemtoi
Located in Chicago, IL
Ioan Nemtoi, (Romanian b. 1964) art glass vase with custom, square glass case. A beautiful and
Category

1990s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Metal

loan Nemtoi (Romanian, born 1964) Hand Blown Art Glass Vase and Display Case
loan Nemtoi (Romanian, born 1964) Hand Blown Art Glass Vase and Display Case
$6,000 Sale Price
20% Off
H 10.5 in W 10.25 in D 10.25 in
Classical Globe in Modern Vitrine
Located in MILL, NL
Classic but modern Globe / globe in display case. Early 21st century. In black metal display case
Category

Late 20th Century More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal

Classical Globe in Modern Vitrine
Classical Globe in Modern Vitrine
$2,971
H 40.56 in W 23.23 in D 23.23 in
Ettore Sottsass Display Case
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Mainz, DE
Ettoe Sottsass display case with polished steel base. Marplewood frame painted with yellow aniline
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vitrines

Materials

Crystal, Steel

Ettore Sottsass Display Case
Ettore Sottsass Display Case
$6,894
H 57 in W 16 in D 16 in
Small Display Case Attributed to Knoll
By Knoll
Located in Bronx, NY
Sample display case in mahogany, possibly showroom display case for clients for a Preview of their
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Small Display Case Attributed to Knoll
Small Display Case Attributed to Knoll
$475
H 15 in W 15 in D 6 in
Palatino Display Case by Boca do Lobo
By Boca Do Lobo
Located in New York, NY
A reinterpretation of 17th-century French Style glass display cases of countryside Chateaux, the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Palatino Display Case by Boca do Lobo
Palatino Display Case by Boca do Lobo
$10,710 / item
H 77.17 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Palatino Display Case Slim by Boca do Lobo
By Boca Do Lobo
Located in New York, NY
Boca do Lobo introduces a colorful special edition of our Palatino Slim display case, with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets

Materials

Smoked Glass

Palatino Display Case Slim by Boca do Lobo
Palatino Display Case Slim by Boca do Lobo
$9,330 / item
H 72.84 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Sideboard Shaped Display Case from the 1960s
Located in Cologne, DE
A sideboard shaped display case from the 1960s, probably designed and manufactured in Germany
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Steel

Sideboard Shaped Display Case from the 1960s
Sideboard Shaped Display Case from the 1960s
$2,436
H 31.5 in W 78.75 in D 15.75 in
Palace Display Case in Mahogany Wood by Boca do Lobo
By Boca Do Lobo
Located in New York, NY
world of Boca do Lobo, although, Palace display case evokes the classic epoch of the 17th century, where
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Palace Display Case in Mahogany Wood by Boca do Lobo
Palace Display Case in Mahogany Wood by Boca do Lobo
$17,340 / item
H 88.59 in W 53.94 in D 24.02 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Display China Cabinet
By Bassett Furniture
Located in Munster, IN
Mid-Century Modern with a twist, we love the distinctive style of this vintage cabinet. The two
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Laminate

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Display China Cabinet
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Display China Cabinet
$1,370
H 63 in W 48 in D 17.75 in
1970s Mid-Century Beaver and Tapley Illuminated Book Case/Display Cabinet
By Robert Heritage, Beaver and Tapley
Located in London, GB
the 'Multi Width' range designed by Robert Heritage. Can be used as a book case, display cabinet or
Category

Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Contemporary Modern Two-Door Display Metal Vitrine/Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, CA
Satin finish aluminum. Four removable glass shelves. Glass doors and side panels. Two interior spotlights.
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Poul Hundevad Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Display Cabinet
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Fairfield, ME
A stunning tall teak display cabinet by Poul Hundevad.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Oman Jun Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase Display Cabinet
By Gunni Omann
Located in Fairfield, ME
A large rosewood cabinet designed by Gunni Omann for Oman Jun Mobelfabrik. Beautiful quality and condition.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Mid Century Modern Walnut Display Cabinet from Bytomskie Fabryki Mebli 1960 s
Located in Wroclaw, PL
Mid Century Modern Walnut Display Cabinet 1960's by Bytomskie Furniture Factories in 1960's. Item
Category

Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Buffet Hutch Display China Cabinet Bow Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gorgeous Danish Modern teak buffet with hutch. Bow front design. Featuring 6 adjustable glass
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Gilt Chinoiserie Display Cabinet
By James Mont
Located in Chicago, IL
•Patinated gilding •Two glass shelves and one solid shelf •In the style of James Mont •Interior lights do not function •Mid-20th century •American •Measures: 36” W x 14” D x 84...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Gilt Chinoiserie Display Cabinet
Gilt Chinoiserie Display Cabinet
$2,495
H 84 in W 36 in D 14 in
Skovby Møbelfabrik Danish Modern Teak Lighted Corner Display Cabinet, 1970s
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 1970s Danish modern Skovby Møbelfabrik tall teak lighted corner display cabinet with glass doors
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Corner Cupboards

Materials

Felt, Glass, Teak

Checkerbark Display Slab
By Joann Westwater
Located in Chicago, IL
display areas surfaced in cement. The planning on this piece was quite the project! It is eco-friendly
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Cement

Checkerbark Display Slab
Checkerbark Display Slab
$22,500
H 97.5 in W 66 in D 16.5 in
Graceful Josef Frank Display Cabinet
By Josef Frank
Located in Miami, FL
, believed that a display case should contain a mix of the owner's most beloved items to give the observer a
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany, Glass, Mirror

Graceful Josef Frank Display Cabinet
Graceful Josef Frank Display Cabinet
H 66.54 in W 35.44 in D 12.21 in
Upland Shelving Unit, Walnut Modern Minimal Bookshelf or Display Shelves
By Cedric Martin
Located in Kingston, NY
Upland shelving unit in oxidized walnut. Designed for display, books, and storage.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Custom Made Modern Art Deco Medical Display Cabinet in Steel and Glass
Located in Cape Town, Western Cape
This is the "Concomitant Modern Medical Cabinet" a display cabinet designed and handmade by Glen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Gucci Display Cabinet, 1960s
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
A beautiful display cabinet by Gucci in bird's-eye maple with Perspex shelves and brass profiling
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Gucci Display Cabinet, 1960s
Gucci Display Cabinet, 1960s
$6,667
H 45.28 in W 38.19 in D 21.66 in
Swedish Display Cabinet Credenza
Located in New York, NY
Handsome teak cabinet with illuminated interior. Note the exotic rosewood handles. Please contact for location.
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Teak

Swedish Display Cabinet Credenza
Swedish Display Cabinet Credenza
$1,850
H 36 in W 70.25 in D 17.5 in
Display cainet by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A versatile display cabinet in teak with brass hardware. Designed by Børge Mogensen in 1957. Made
Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Display cainet by Børge Mogensen
Display cainet by Børge Mogensen
$6,800
H 79.93 in W 42.92 in D 14.97 in
Italian Midcentury Teak Display Cabinet
Located in Porto, PT
Teak display cabinet, legs and drawers handles in chromed metal and black lacquered wood.
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Chrome

Italian Midcentury Teak Display Cabinet
Italian Midcentury Teak Display Cabinet
$2,639
H 46.86 in W 42.13 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century Display Case
Located in Fair Oaks, CA
This case had two glass shelf's. This is an original jeweler case from the 1950's. It has cool
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Mid-Century Display Case
Mid-Century Display Case
$1,200
H 47 in W 11 in D 28 in
Mid Century Mahogany Display Cabinet Bookshelf, Shelving Unit
Located in London, GB
A mahogany display cabinet or bookshelf. Fully fronted glass sliding doors and wood shelves
Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

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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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