Postmodern Storage
Late 20th Century Mexican Post-Modern Dressers
Steel
Mid-20th Century Post-Modern Credenzas
Seagrass
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Marble
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Sideboards
Formica
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Laminate, Wood
1990s Unknown Post-Modern Shelves
Steel
20th Century North American Post-Modern Credenzas
Chrome
2010s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Oak
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Dressers
Bamboo, Wicker
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Laminate, Wood
2010s American Modern Sideboards
Oak
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Laminate, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Laminate, Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
1990s Canadian Post-Modern Dressers
Maple
2010s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Oak
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
20th Century American Post-Modern Buffets
Maple
Late 20th Century Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
2010s American Modern Sideboards
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Laminate, Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dry Bars
Mahogany
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Dressers
Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Shelves
Ceramic, Paint
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Laminate, Wood
1990s Modern Dry Bars
Steel
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Bookcases
Oak
20th Century American Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
20th Century Malaysian Post-Modern Bookcases
Cherry
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Desks
Laminate
1990s American Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Composition, Brass
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Cupboards
Wood
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
1990s American Modern Dressers
Composition, Brass
Vintage 1980s Austrian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Wood
1990s British Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Cherry
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Chrome, Steel
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Serving Pieces
Plastic
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Painted Furniture
Paint
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
20th Century Italian Desks
Aluminum
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Credenzas
Wood
1990s Post-Modern Credenzas
Glass, Plastic, 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.








