Painted Cabinets
Early 20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Furniture
Paint
20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Folk Art Cabinets
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets
Pine, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary European French Provincial Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Cabinets
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Cabinets
Wire
Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Cabinets
Softwood
Vintage 1950s French Neoclassical Cabinets
Wire
Antique 17th Century Renaissance Cabinets
Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Cabinets
Bronze
Early 20th Century English Regency Cabinets
Marble
Antique Late 18th Century Danish Baroque Cabinets
Oak
Antique 19th Century Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Poplar
Antique 1750s French French Provincial Cabinets
Iron
Antique Mid-18th Century Austrian Louis XV Cabinets
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century French Gothic Revival Cabinets
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century English Cabinets
Bamboo
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish French Provincial Cabinets
Brass, Steel
Antique 1770s Swedish Gustavian Painted Furniture
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Painted Furniture
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century North American Primitive Painted Furniture
Tin
Antique 1770s Baroque Cabinets
Wood
20th Century Italian Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Magazine Racks and Stands
Walnut
20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Cabinets
Brass
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Paint
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Paint
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Paint
Antique 19th Century Czech Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Cabinets
Wood, Paint
20th Century Unknown Regency Cabinets
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Elm
Antique 19th Century Indonesian Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Indian Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Tibetan Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1920s French Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Primitive Cabinets
Reclaimed Wood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cabinets
Bronze
Antique 1780s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Chrome
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Country Cabinets
Pine, Paint
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Wood, Elm
21st Century and Contemporary Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Mirror, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Rustic Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Cabinets
Ormolu
Antique 1840s Italian Early Victorian Cabinets
Oak
Antique 18th Century Italian Buffets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Cabinets
Pine
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Antique Late 18th Century British George III Cabinets
Wood, Paint
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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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