Modern Metal And Glass Display Cases
20th Century French Vitrines
Glass, Wood
20th Century French Shelves
Metal, Brass
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Cabinets
Breccia Marble, Brass, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Cabinets
Iron
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vitrines
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Metal
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Cabinets
Carrara Marble, Ormolu
Vintage 1970s American Modern Bookcases
Metal
Antique 1880s French Cabinets
Ormolu
Antique 1880s French Cabinets
Ormolu
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Cabinets
Ormolu
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Antique 1870s French Louis XV Cabinets
Carrara Marble
Vintage 1970s French Other Shelves
Metal
Antique 1880s French Cabinets
Ormolu
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
2010s Philippine Modern Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Early 20th Century European Vitrines
Metal
Vintage 1920s Cabinets
Ormolu
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Metal, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Cabinets
Brass
20th Century French Cabinets
Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Vintage 1950s Shelves
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Cabinets
Kingwood
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1910s French Cabinets
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Vitrines
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Metal
Antique 1880s Cabinets
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century French Vitrines
Antique 1880s French Cabinets
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Cabinets
Breccia Marble, Ormolu
Antique 1880s French Cabinets
Antique 1870s French Cabinets
Ormolu
Late 20th Century Gothic Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century Danish Modern Vitrines
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1910s French Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Belgian Country Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bookcases
Fabric, Glass, Beech, Giltwood, Paint
1990s Israeli Modern Sterling Silver
Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Glass, Teak
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Cabinets
Ormolu
20th Century European Vitrines
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Vitrines
Metal
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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.
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