Painted Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Cabinets
Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Marble
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Marble
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Marble
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Cabinets
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass, Iron
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Walnut
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Walnut
Antique 1880s French Cabinets
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century Tibetan Tibetan Sideboards
Pine
20th Century Cabinets
Marble
Antique 19th Century French Rustic Cupboards
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Directoire Cupboards
Wood
2010s Slovak Cabinets
Aluminum, Brass, Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Cabinets
Pine
Antique 1860s British Victorian Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century Italian Baroque Cabinets
Metal
Antique Early 1800s Italian Other Cabinets
Fir
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cupboards
Pine, Paint
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Marble, Carrara Marble
Antique Late 19th Century French Regency Bookcases
Gold Leaf
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Cabinets
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century French Cabinets
Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Rosewood
2010s Ukrainian Post-Modern Cabinets
Brass, Other
Mid-20th Century Chinese Cabinets
Stone, Brass
Antique 19th Century Indian Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Acrylic, Hardwood, Paint
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Maple, Lacquer, Paint
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cabinets
Brass
Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal, Iron, Wire
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Elm
2010s Ukrainian Post-Modern Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Glass, Maple, Lacquer, Paint
20th Century Chinese Cabinets
Brass
Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets
Wood
2010s British Minimalist Cabinets
Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Metal, Brass, Bronze, C...
Antique 19th Century British Louis XVI Cabinets
Ormolu
Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Gold Leaf
Antique 19th Century Italian Chinoiserie Cabinets
Giltwood, Lacquer, Paint
Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Other Cabinets
Wood
2010s Cabinets
Chrome
Late 20th Century German Cabinets
Iron
Antique 17th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Cabinets
Ivory, Wood
20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Steel
Antique Early 19th Century Rustic Cabinets
Oak, Paint
Antique 1890s Qing Cabinets
Cypress
Antique 19th Century Gustavian Cabinets
Pine, Paint
20th Century French Louis XVI Cabinets
Wood
Early 2000s American Art Deco Cabinets
Birch, Walnut, Burl, Paint
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
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Finding the Right Cabinets for You
Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.
The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.
Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.
The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.
A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.
One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.
Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.
Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.
- Can I paint my Chinese cabinet?1 Answer
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020Yes, you can paint your Chinese cabinet, though unless it is in poor condition, doing so is usually frowned upon. You will have to sand down the surface beforehand, as most Chinese cabinets have a lacquer finish.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, painting kitchen cabinets is a great idea. Painting kitchen cabinets is quite economical and can give your kitchen a stylish, updated look.
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