Postmodern Storage
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Cabinets
Oak, Raffia
Vintage 1980s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Metal
1990s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Bentwood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Dressers
Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Marble, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Wood
1990s American Post-Modern Dry Bars
Rattan, Formica, Plexiglass, Wood
20th Century German Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Sideboards
Glass, Plexiglass, Cherry
Vintage 1980s American Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Vitrines
Marble, Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets
Leather, Suede, Glass
1990s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Aluminum
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Cabinets
Teak, Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sideboards
Laminate
Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern Cabinets
Formica
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
1990s American Post-Modern Dressers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sideboards
Laminate
2010s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
20th Century American Post-Modern Linen Presses
Metal
1990s American Post-Modern Shelves
Wood
1990s French Post-Modern Shelves
Glass, Oak
20th Century Post-Modern Shelves
Metal
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Aluminum, Steel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Buffets
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Burl
1990s Dry Bars
Wood
Vintage 1960s Swiss Post-Modern Sideboards
Marble
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Marble
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood, Oak
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Plastic, Plaster, Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
2010s Italian Organic Modern Sideboards
Brass
1990s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Grasscloth, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Formica, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Glass
20th Century American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
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Postmodern Storage For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Postmodern Storage?
Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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.







