Postmodern Storage
Late 20th Century Credenzas
Mirror
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Shelves
Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1970s European Post-Modern Credenzas
Cherry
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Bookcases
Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Shelves
Other
Late 20th Century American Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dry Bars
Brass, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Credenzas
Metal
Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Dressers
Brass
20th Century American Minimalist Bookcases
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Cabinets
Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Credenzas
Wood
1990s Italian Modern Credenzas
Wood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sideboards
Lacquer
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Dressers
Gold, Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1980s Danish Post-Modern Buffets
Wood
2010s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Oak
2010s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Oak
2010s American Modern Sideboards
Oak
20th Century Italian Space Age Bookcases
Glass, Plastic, Lucite
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Oak
20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal, Brass
20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Laminate, Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Maple
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass, Enamel
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Enamel, Steel
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Desks
Iron
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1980s North American Industrial Credenzas
Steel
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
20th Century American Post-Modern Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sideboards
Wood, Lacquer
20th Century American Post-Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Onyx
Vintage 1980s American Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Maple
Vintage 1980s Italian Credenzas
Wood, Lacquer
20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Dressers
Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal
20th Century Post-Modern Cabinets
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Mirror
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Buffets
Laminate
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Dressers
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.








