Unusual Cabinet
20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Furniture
Elm
Antique 1720s French Régence Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Ormolu
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Cupboards
Rosewood
Early 20th Century British Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Buffets
Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo Raj Corner Cupboards
Wood, Maple
Antique Late 18th Century Scottish Chairs
Hardwood
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Antique 1740s French Louis XV Corner Cupboards
Iron
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s American Credenzas
Lacquer
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Regency Shelves
Antique 19th Century French Cupboards
Antique 19th Century English Shelves
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Cupboards
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Swedish Secretaires
Brass
Antique 1780s European Neoclassical Buffets
Oak
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Corner Cupboards
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Antique 1870s English Victorian Night Stands
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Elm, Pine, Lacquer
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Night Stands
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Elm, Lacquer
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Mahogany
Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany, Ivory
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1960s American End Tables
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
2010s German Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Gothic Revival Cabinets
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Cabinets
Vintage 1950s Dutch Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1920s Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Wood
Antique 1880s English Aesthetic Movement Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Beech, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass, Metal
Antique 19th Century Swiss Cabinets
Cherry, Pearwood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Swedish Cupboards
Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century British British Colonial Cabinets
Bamboo, Lacquer
Antique 1880s American Aesthetic Movement Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Baroque Cabinets
Vintage 1940s French Cabinets
Vintage 1960s Industrial Cabinets
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Nickel
20th Century Italian Cabinets
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Cabinets
Vintage 1970s American Buffets
20th Century Austrian Cabinets
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Cabinets
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Oak, Paint
Vintage 1950s Italian Cabinets
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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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