Patterned Cabinet
Vintage 1970s European Brutalist Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s European Brutalist Credenzas
Marble, Aluminum
Antique Late 19th Century Moorish Sideboards
Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Antique Early 19th Century Regency Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Porcelain
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century Tibetan Furniture
Elm
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Antique Early 19th Century English Anglo-Japanese Ceramics
Ironstone
Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Wood, Paint
Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Furniture
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Decorative Boxes
Jade, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Porcelain
Early 20th Century English Sheraton Desks and Writing Tables
Wood, Leather
Vintage 1950s American Cupboards
Brass
2010s British Islamic Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Cabinets
Parchment Paper, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
20th Century French Buffets
Ormolu, Brass
Vintage 1930s Austrian Cabinets
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1950s Italian Buffets
Vintage 1960s American Desks and Writing Tables
Slate, Aluminum
Expertly restored
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Walnut, Paint
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Walnut, Paint
Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cabinets
Ebony
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Chrome, Sheet Metal
Vintage 1950s American Modern Cabinets
Metal
20th Century American Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Cherry, Paint
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary European Brutalist Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Teak, Paint
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1960s American Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Belgian Other Cabinets
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Cabinets
Oak, Paint
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Ash
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Corner Cupboards
Teak
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Chrome
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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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