Postmodern Storage
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood, Burl
20th Century American Post-Modern Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Bookcases
Lucite, Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Sideboards
Metal
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Sideboards
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Mirror, Opaline Glass, Beech, Teak
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Credenzas
Mirror, Opaline Glass, Beech, Teak
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Sideboards
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Formica
Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Post-Modern Shelves
Glass, Plastic
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Shelves
Steel
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Steel
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Buffets
Lacquer
Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Bookcases
Stainless Steel
1990s American Post-Modern Dry Bars
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century European Post-Modern Dry Bars
Wood
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Sideboards
Resin, Acrylic, Laminate
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Dressers
Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Metal
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Desks
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dry Bars
Steel
1990s American Post-Modern Benches
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dressers
Birch
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Stone
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dry Bars
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Iron
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Dry Bars
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
2010s American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Dining Room Tables
Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Serving Pieces
Plastic
2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Beech, Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Laminate
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern End Tables
Oak
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Pine, Glass
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Desk Sets
Plastic
Mid-20th Century American Modern Console Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Late 20th Century Carts and Bar Carts
Chrome
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Cabinets
Rubber
Vintage 1980s North American Cabinets
Lacquer
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Dressers
Plaster
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Credenzas
Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Chrome
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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.








