Small Display Cabinet
Vintage 1920s British Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Side Tables
Marble, Brass
Antique 19th Century Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century European Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Chinese Modern Vitrines
Glass, Teak
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Secretaires
Brass
Antique 1850s Cabinets
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century Swedish Country Wardrobes and Armoires
20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
Mid-20th Century Dutch De Stijl Shelves
Metal, Cut Steel
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Silk, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1920s British Vitrines
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century German Black Forest Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century American Vitrines
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Satinwood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Corner Cupboards
Glass, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Jacobean Cabinets
Glass, Wood
20th Century French Gothic Revival Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Crystal, Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Shelves
Wood
Late 20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Teak
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century French Vitrines
Brass
Early 20th Century American Empire Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Vitrines
Metal
2010s Chinese Shelves
Wood
Early 20th Century Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Shelves
Wood
Early 20th Century French Queen Anne Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Vitrines
Glass, Satinwood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Unknown Industrial Cabinets
Steel
Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Corner Cupboards
Oak
Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Vitrines
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Cupboards
Antique Late 19th Century European Bookcases
Pine
Mid-20th Century Dutch De Stijl Shelves
Metal, Cut Steel
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Late 20th Century Japanese Rustic Wall-mounted Sculptures
Copper
Vintage 1930s Italian Cabinets
Wood, Glass
Antique 19th Century American Cabinets
Pine
Antique 19th Century Chinese Bookcases
Vintage 1920s British Jacobean Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Italian Cabinets
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cabinets
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Mirror, Wood
Antique 19th Century Vitrines
Fruitwood, Glass, Mirror
Vintage 1920s Scottish Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Vitrines
Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Cabinets
Oak, Softwood, Plywood
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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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023The purpose of a display cabinet is to protect items while keeping them visible. Glass panels allow you to see what's inside, but the enclosed design keeps out dust and debris. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of display cabinets.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Another common name for a display cabinet is a display case. People may also call them show cabinets, show cases or vitrines. By any name, this type of case good allows people to view and display decorative objects, collectibles, trophies and other objects while it protects the contents with glass doors. On 1stDibs, find a variety of display cabinets.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A small china cabinet is called a hutch. Shop hutches and other storage furniture on 1stDibs.
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