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Pair Campaign Style Curio Display Cabinets by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Dallas, TX
We are very pleased to offer a great pair of gorgeous, sleek and minimalist display cabinets made
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
Large French Carved and Painted Wood Display and Storage Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large French carved and painted wood display and storage cabinet from the mid-20th century. This
Category
Mid-20th Century French Retro Display Cases
Materials
Metal, Wire
$12,500
H 102.5 in W 99.5 in D 20.25 in
Vintage Modern Circular Étagère Display Shelf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
for shop or home display. Vintage display étagère makes a striking modern addition to any interior
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Chrome
English Hand Painted / Decorated Wood Chinoiserie Display Cabinet
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautiful English craftsmanship hand painted and decorated gilt chinoiserie display cabinet. This
Category
Mid-20th Century English Chinoiserie Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
Freestanding Art Deco steel and leather glazed display cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Art deco steel and leather glazed display cabinet circa 1930.
We are pleased to offer this fine
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Retro Display Cases
Materials
Steel
Vintage Mint-Green Wooden Glass Front Shelf Distressed Painted Display
Located in High Point, NC
to interior shelving—perfect for displaying crockery, linens, collectibles, or everyday household
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Rustic Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
Two-Piece Hardwood Display Cabinet with Glass Paneled Cutouts
Located in Yonkers, NY
This Chinese display cabinet seamlessly blends artistry and function, featuring intricate carved
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
Gio Ponti Display Cabinet Model 4120 for Singer
Sons
By Gio Ponti
Located in San Francisco, CA
Rare and important display cabinet by the master Gio Ponti, model 4120 for Singer & Sons. Elegant
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
vintage display cabinet cupboard brutalist 60s Danish
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage display cabinet cupboard brutalist 60s Danish
period 60's
design unknown Denmark
Category
1960s Danish Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Showcase Curio Display Cabinet Bookcase
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dayton, OH
. Features a rectangular walnut case raised over large silver tapered metal legs The case features three
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass, Walnut
$4,900 Sale Price
30% Off
H 38 in W 53 in D 18 in
Mid-Century Modern Glass and Teak Display Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A mid-century modern display bookcase crafted in warm teak and fitted with sleek glass doors. The
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass, Teak
Art Deco Spectacular Clove Display Vitrine Cabinet, English, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
Fabulous, original 1930s Art Deco display vitrine cabinet. Very unusual shape of which we haven't
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass, Walnut
$3,061
H 53.15 in W 49.22 in D 11.82 in
Natural Wood Glass Counter Cabinet Display
Storage Hutch
Located in High Point, NC
, original wavy glass panels, and classic brass hardware. This charming piece combines rustic display
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Rustic Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
Italian Gold Display Cabinet or Vitrine, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Italian gold-plated aluminium vitrine with two tempered glass shelves, and sliding glass doors.
Excellent vintage condition commensurate of age.
Category
1970s Italian Retro Display Cases
Materials
Aluminum
Distressed Pink
Teal Painted Wooden Shelf Display Rack
Located in High Point, NC
ideal display piece for retail boutiques, kitchen storage, plant styling, folded linens, or decorative
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Rustic Retro Display Cases
Materials
Wood
Dorothy Draper Viennese Collection Display Cabinet
By Dorothy Draper, Henredon
Located in Chicago, IL
Impressive cabinet from Draper's 1963 Viennese collection for Henredon. Features bombe base with three drawers, splayed feet and intricately chased brass drop pulls.
Above base i...
Category
1960s American Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
Restored Rattan
Mahogany Display Curio Cabinet Etagere
Located in Van Nuys, CA
This beautifully restored Paul Frankl-inspired rattan display cabinet with mahogany shelving and
Category
1950s American Retro Display Cases
Materials
Rattan
$2,035 Sale Price / item
44% Off
H 73 in W 32 in D 16 in
Bamboo, Pressed Bamboo and Glass Display Cabinet – 1970s
Located in Roma, RM
Bamboo, Pressed Bamboo and Glass Display Cabinet – 1970s
Product details
Dimensions: 79 L x 88 H x
Category
1970s Retro Display Cases
Materials
Crystal
Drexel Heritage Federal Style American Cherry Breakfront China Display Cabinet
By Drexel
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 1987 Drexel Furniture Breakfront. Features a blend of Chippendale and Federal styling with open pediment trophy finial over an illumined showcase, supported by a lower cabine...
Category
Late 20th Century American Federal Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
$1,575 Sale Price
30% Off
H 92 in W 66 in D 16 in
Display Cabinet In Rosewood By Erik Brouer For Brouer Furniture
By Brouer Mobel, Erik Brouer
Located in Lejre, DK
Display cabinet in rosewood designed by Erik Brouer in the 1960s and manufactured by Brouer
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Rosewood
$1,544 Sale Price
20% Off
H 72.84 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
Display cabinet With A Pair Of Pheasants From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This captivating display cabinet, adorned with a male and female pair of pheasants, reflects the
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass
$879 Sale Price
58% Off
H 22.84 in W 35.44 in D 10.63 in
Spectacular Art Deco Walnut Display Vitrine Cabinet, English, circa 1930s
Located in Devon, England
This is a fabulous opportunity to acquire a genuinely rare design Art Deco display cabinet, this
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass, Walnut, Bakelite
$3,333
H 47.45 in W 46.46 in D 11.82 in
Mid Century Danish Teak Glass Door Display Cabinet
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mid Century Danish Teak Glass Door Display Cabinet
This cabinet measures: 31.5 wide x 12 deep x
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass, Teak
Pair of Art Deco Display Cabinets in Tessellated Stone
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a stunningly beautiful pair of vintage tessellated stone Art Deco styled display cabinets
Category
1980s Art Deco Retro Display Cases
Materials
Stone
Vintage Thai British Colonial Teak and Glass Display Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Thai British Colonial Teak and Glass Display Cabinet
The cabinet has 2 Doors and 3 Shelves
Category
Late 20th Century Thai British Colonial Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass, Wood, Teak
1950s Glass Centerpiece with Bird Design
Located in Marbella, ES
stylized birds. Its design combines functionality and aesthetics, perfect for decorating tables or display
Category
Mid-20th Century European Retro Display Cases
Materials
Art Glass
Vintage Italian Carved and Painted Display Shelf
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome large scale vintage Italian carved and painted display shelf. Nice patina on this piece
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Display Cases
Materials
Wood
Louis XV Style French Provincial Fruitwood China Display Cabinet Bookcase Curio
Located in Dayton, OH
Large and impressive Louis XV / French Provincial style display cabinet, circa 1990. Features a
Category
Late 20th Century Louis XV Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Fruitwood
$2,625 Sale Price
30% Off
H 83 in W 59 in D 20.5 in
Vintage Italian Etagere Display Cabinet by Zevi
By Renato Zevi
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage Italian etagere display cabinet by Zevi. This was designed by Renato Zevi, it
Category
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
Pair 1960
s Italian Provincial Tall Arched Top Display Cabinets
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair Matching 1960's Italian Provincial style Display Cabinets. Arched cabinet tops. 3 glass
Category
1960s American French Provincial Retro Display Cases
Materials
Wood
$5,875 / set
H 77.5 in W 34 in D 16.25 in
Union National Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Breakfront China Display Cabinet 116"
By Union National
Located in Dayton, OH
The Union National breakfront was rated as the finest breakfront in the world. In 1980, after flying in the magazines Lear jet to inspect the factory and the breakfront, the publishe...
Category
1980s American Chinoiserie Retro Display Cases
Materials
Maple, Lacquer, Paint
$7,000 Sale Price
30% Off
H 86.5 in W 116 in D 18.5 in
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Cupboard Display Cabinet with Locks
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Early 1960s Danish modern teak cupboard display cabinet featuring 3-drawer cabinet with large open
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Wood, Teak
$3,036 Sale Price
36% Off
H 65.5 in W 35.5 in D 18 in
1980s Georgian Style Chinese Chippendale Red
Gilt Chinoiserie Display Cabinet
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Georgian Chinese Chippendale style red and gilt painted display cabinet or vitrine. It is
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Georgian Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
$3,300 Sale Price
20% Off
H 85 in W 46.5 in D 13 in
#6027 Edward Wormley for Dunbar Super Structure Display Cabinet
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Pasadena, TX
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Super Structure display cabinet
Stunning cabinet constructed of dark
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Walnut
$5,520 Sale Price
20% Off
H 80.25 in W 65 in D 18.75 in
Rustic Oak Cupboard Display Cabinet, Mid-Century
Located in Evergreen, CO
storage and a set back display. The high-back display gallery is comprised of a moulded cornice over a
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Retro Display Cases
Materials
Oak
Vintage Versace Ormolu Mounted Curved Glass Display Unit 20th Century
By Versace
Located in London, GB
This is a magnificent vintage walnut and ormolu mounted Versace curved glass display unit, circa
Category
1990s Retro Display Cases
Materials
Ormolu
$3,197
H 46.46 in W 82.68 in D 10.83 in
De Coene Display Cabinet or Book Shelf, Belgium, 1970s
By De Coene Frères
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage early 1970s bookshelf or display cabinet by De Coene, Belgium. This three door cabinet is
Category
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Wood
$2,356 Sale Price
52% Off
H 76.38 in W 61.42 in D 17.33 in
George III Carved Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Petite Mirrored Display Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
George III Style Carved Mahogany and Satinwood Inlaid Petite Mirrored Display Cabinet. Features two
Category
Mid-20th Century American George III Retro Display Cases
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood, Mirror
$3,500
H 66 in W 29 in D 15 in
Brass and Chrome Display Cabinet, 1970s Belgium
By Belgo Chrome
Located in Beerse, VAN
the contrasting chrome, has a wonderful 1970s luxurious look. Perfect for displaying your precious
Category
1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Henredon Black Lacquer and Brass Display Cabinets/Vitrines
By Henredon
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Beautiful pair of Henredon lacquer, brass, and beveled glass display cabinets. Each equipt with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
Faux Goatskin Display Etagere Bar Cabinets by JOHN STUART
By John Stuart
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Vintage 3 Piece Faux Goatskin Display Etagere Bar Cabinet Set by
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass, Wood
$6,396 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 78 in W 36 in D 20 in
Paul Evans Mid Century Burl Wood Floating Display Cabinet
By Paul Evans
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Paul Evans Mid Century burl wood floating display cabinet.
Measures: 24.5 wide x 13.75 deep x
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Wood
Lucite, Brass, Glass
Nickel Display Cabinet by Charles Hollis Jones
By Charles Hollis Jones, Hudson Rissman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning lucite, brass, nickel and glass display cabinet designed and manufactured by Charles
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Nickel, Brass
John Widdicomb Mid Century Display Shelving Etagere
By John Widdicomb
Located in Franklin Park, IL
John Widdicomb mid century display shelving etagere
The etagere measures: 32 wide x 14.5 deep x
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Modern Decorative Chrome Etagere Display Shelf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unique modern display shelf features ornate decorative details including floral trim, sculpted
Category
Late 20th Century Retro Display Cases
Door Display Cabinet with Mahogany and Glass in style. 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
French display cabinet in Napoleon III style, semi-round shape in mahogany with 1 central door
Category
1950s Italian Retro Display Cases
Materials
Marble, Brass
$589 Sale Price
44% Off
H 55.12 in W 13.78 in D 27.56 in
Pair rare MCM American of Martinsville Walnut Display Cabinets / Shelves
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare pair of Mid-Century Modern Campaign style case pieces/display shelving.
Walnut frame with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Rattan, Glass, Wood
$2,996 Sale Price
30% Off
H 78 in W 22 in D 18.25 in
Vintage Hollywood Regency Mirrored Credenza Display Cabinets by Ello - a Pair
By Ello Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Hollywood Regency Mirrored Credenza Display Cabinets by Ello - a Pair. Listing includes (2
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass
$6,500 / set
H 76.5 in W 36.25 in D 17 in
Art Deco Spectacular Circular Walnut Display Vitrine Cabinet, English, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
Fabulous, original 1930s Art Deco display cabinet. This lovely figured walnut veneered mid-tone
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass, Walnut
$3,333
H 50.79 in W 45.28 in D 11.82 in
Mastercraft Amboyna Burl Wood French Hollywood Regency Curio Display Cabinet
By Mastercraft
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mastercraft Amboyna Burl Wood French Hollywood Regency Curio Display Cabinet. Item features a
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
$4,500
H 87.5 in W 37 in D 18 in
1980s Italian Tie Display Cabinet by Sormani – Handmade, Green Glossy Lacquer
By Sormani
Located in Arosio, IT
This unique wall-mounted display cabinet is a one-of-a-kind piece, specially commissioned for the
Category
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Wood
$3,333 Sale Price
39% Off
H 28.75 in W 28.75 in D 5.71 in
1970s Italian Renato Zevi Smoked Glass
Chrome Display or Drinks Cabinet
By Renato Zevi
Located in London, England
An Italian smoked glass, chromed-silver and chromed-brass display or drinks cabinet designed by
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$1,683 Sale Price
25% Off
H 55.12 in W 29.93 in D 14.57 in
Vintage Glass-Front Display Cabinet Bookcase with Double Doors
Located in High Point, NC
A striking vintage teak display cabinet featuring eight glass-paneled doors and a timeless, clean
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Rustic Retro Display Cases
Materials
Wood
Pair of Boulle Style Ebonized Cabinets Displays
Located in Austin, TX
Impressive pair of Boulle style ebonized cabinets with glass doors and copious adornment. The tortoiseshell type inlay and intricately cut brass bands grace the top and sides of each...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Napoleon III Retro Display Cases
Materials
Brass
Vintage Jasper Oriental Chinoiserie Red Display China Cabinet Curio Credenza
By Jasper Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Jasper Oriental Chinoiserie Red Display China Cabinet Curio Credenza. Item features high
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Retro Display Cases
Materials
Glass, Wood
$1,850
H 74 in W 78 in D 18 in
Poul Cadovius
Abstracta
vintage Modular Display Unit, Denmark 1960
By Poul Cadovius
Located in The Hague, NL
Minimal Danish modular display shelving by Poul Cadovius — Abstracta System, 1960s.
A beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Metal
$3,171
H 42.92 in W 64.18 in D 16.93 in
Poul Cadovius
Abstracta
vintage Modular Display Unit, Denmark 1960
By Poul Cadovius
Located in The Hague, NL
Minimal Danish modular display shelving by Poul Cadovius — Abstracta System, 1960s.
A beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Display Cases
Materials
Metal
$1,864
H 53.15 in W 32.29 in D 16.93 in
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Retro Display Cases For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of retro display cases available for sale. Frequently made of wood, glass and metal, all retro display cases available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of retro display cases available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Retro display cases bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made retro display cases over the years, but those made by Mastercraft, Henredon and Drexel are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Retro Display Cases?
Prices for retro display cases start at $1 and top out at $52,924 with the average selling for $2,650.
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.
Questions About Retro Display Cases
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A glass display case is also called a showcase, vitrine, or display cabinet. It usually has one or more panels of transparent glass that allows for proper display of your treasured collectibles. Find a collection of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs today.
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