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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm, Burl
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Elm
Vintage 1980s Regency Bookcases
Satinwood
Vintage 1980s Regency Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 17th Century Spanish Other Cabinets
Oak
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch, Elm
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Bookcases
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s Regency Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 1790s Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Bookcases
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century Dressers
Pine
Antique 19th Century Victorian Shelves
Faux Bamboo
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Bookcases
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
Vintage 1930s British Campaign Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Revival Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1980s Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century English Biedermeier Bookcases
Birdseye Maple, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Irish Country Dressers
Pine
Antique 1710s British Georgian Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1940s French Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Shaker Wall Clocks
Maple
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Bookcases
Macassar, Oak
Late 20th Century Indian Rustic Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
Vintage 1980s Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Dressers
Pine
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Regency Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Ebony
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Cane, Laminate, Walnut
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Cabinets
Marble
Antique Late 19th Century British Regency Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1980s Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Bookcases
Birch
Vintage 1980s Sheraton Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Cabinets
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Chinoiserie Dressers
Pine
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1980s Regency Bookcases
Walnut
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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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