Recessed Cabinet
Late 20th Century North American Modern Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Burl
Antique 1890s American Industrial Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Cabinets
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century German Baroque Cabinets
Bronze
Vintage 1960s American Cupboards
Walnut
Early 20th Century German Cabinets
Hardwood, Pine, Poplar
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets
Wood
Antique Early 1900s European Country Secretaires
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Modern Buffets
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Bronze
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Industrial Bookcases
Oak, Poplar, Plywood
Early 20th Century French Industrial Bookcases
Oak, Pine, Plywood
Antique 1810s Regency Sideboards
Giltwood
Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Rattan
Vintage 1960s Danish Dry Bars
Wood, Laminate
Vintage 1960s American Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Credenzas
Chrome, Brass
Antique 18th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Buffets
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1910s American American Craftsman Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Black Forest Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards
Teak
20th Century American American Colonial Desks
Bronze
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Vitrines
Glass, Pine
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Chinese Chippendale Vitrines
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Apothecary Cabinets
Glass, Plastic
Antique 1890s French Renaissance Sideboards
Marble
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboards
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
20th Century American Cabinets
Ash
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Cabinets
Marble
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Marble
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Marble
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Sideboards
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Campaign Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Metal
Antique 18th Century Swedish Buffets
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Teak
Antique 19th Century American Federal Sideboards
Mahogany
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Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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.
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