Small Cabinets
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Cabinets
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Credenzas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Queen Anne Lowboys
Yew
Early 2000s Italian Modern Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Aluminum
Early 20th Century English Georgian Cupboards
Satinwood
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Mirror, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Charles X Credenzas
Maple, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
2010s Swedish Modern Cabinets
Birch
Antique 19th Century English George III Sideboards
Mahogany
2010s Belgian Modern Cabinets
Stone, Aluminum
Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Desks
Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Cupboards
Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Chrome
2010s Belgian Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Secretaires
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Cabinets
Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Empire Sideboards
Brass
2010s Portuguese Minimalist Shelves
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Anglo-Indian Sideboards
Padouk
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Buffets
Wood
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Antique Late 17th Century English Charles II Blanket Chests
Oak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Marble
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Sideboards
Brass
2010s American Georgian Buffets
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Credenzas
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Credenzas
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century European Cupboards
Pine
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Art Glass
Vintage 1970s Italian Bohemian Sideboards
Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Apothecary Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Sideboards
Steel
Antique 19th Century English Japonisme Corner Cupboards
Metal
Early 20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Secretaires
Wood
Early 20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Cabinets
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1940s French Shelves
Oak
20th Century Czech Bauhaus Shelves
Chrome, Steel
2010s American Regency Sideboards
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Country Sideboards
Pine
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Rosewood, Teak
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Buffets
Brass
20th Century Desks
Beech
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Prehistoric Natural Specimens
Amethyst
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Sideboards
Oak
2010s Belgian Modern Shelves
Brass
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A small china cabinet is called a hutch. Shop hutches and other storage furniture on 1stDibs.
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