Postmodern Storage
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
1990s Post-Modern Shelves
Plaster, Wood, Paint
20th Century American Post-Modern Credenzas
Lucite
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sideboards
Oak, Paint
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Teak
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Shelves
Glass, Plaster, Wood
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sideboards
Concrete
Vintage 1980s American Desks
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Dressers
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Cabinets
Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sideboards
Laminate, Plaster, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Metal
1990s Post-Modern Desks
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Chrome
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Lacquer
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Desks
Mirror, Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Acrylic, Burl
Vintage 1980s American Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1960s French Post-Modern Shelves
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sideboards
Laminate
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
2010s American Post-Modern Sideboards
Oak
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sideboards
Acrylic, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s American Futurist Credenzas
Lacquer, Glass
20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Sideboards
Oak
2010s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary North American Post-Modern Bookcases
Wood
1990s American Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Satinwood
Antique 1880s Post-Modern Sideboards
Stone
20th Century Philippine Bohemian Credenzas
Reed
20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Cabinets
Chrome
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dressers
Leather, Walnut
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Sideboards
Glass, Lucite, Cherry, Oak
Vintage 1980s South American Post-Modern Dressers
Laminate, Wood
Late 20th Century Dressers
Lacquer
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Shelves
Steel
1990s Italian Post-Modern Desks
Wood, Burl
1990s American Post-Modern Dry Bars
Mahogany
2010s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Buffets
Wood, Paint
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.








