Used Oak Filing Cabinets
20th Century American Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1910s Scottish Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1920s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1920s Scottish Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1920s Scottish Cabinets
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Oak
Antique 1890s Industrial Cabinets
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Cabinets
Iron
Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Cabinets
Brass, Iron
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Cabinets
Brass, Steel
Antique 1880s Scottish Desks
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Iron
Vintage 1960s Danish Cabinets
Teak, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Antique Early 1900s American American Classical Commodes and Chests of D...
Oak
Vintage 1920s Revival Cabinets
Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Vintage 1950s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Cabinets
Oak
20th Century Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
20th Century Cupboards
Oak
Vintage 1950s American Dry Bars
Oak, Rubber
Vintage 1940s French Cabinets
Mahogany, Oak
Vintage 1920s Canadian More Furniture and Collectibles
Oak
20th Century Dining Room Tables
Oak
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Vintage 1920s American Industrial Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Steel
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1910s American Schoolhouse Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Belgian Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Cabinets
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1930s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Vintage 1930s Scottish Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Cabinets
Oak
20th Century American Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century European Desks and Writing Tables
Oak
Vintage 1920s Industrial Cabinets
Vintage 1910s Industrial 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.
- What is a file cabinet used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A file cabinet is a necessary piece of office furniture for keeping documents and files organized and easily accessible. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary file cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023A flat file cabinet is used for storing and organizing paperwork. Most are generously proportioned and designed specifically for blueprints, artwork, maps and other large items. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of flat file cabinets.
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