Used Upper Cabinets
20th Century English Secretaires
Wood
20th Century American Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1750s Austrian Biedermeier Cabinets
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s American Rococo Revival Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Sideboards
Elm
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Desks
Satinwood
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Secretaires
Leather, Wood, Paper
Late 20th Century Indian Rustic Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Metal, Brass
Antique 1870s French Louis XV Corner Cupboards
Oak
Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Neoclassical Revival Bookcases
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Country Cabinets
Pine
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Cupboards
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Wood, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Steel
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Bookcases
Teak
Antique 19th Century French Vitrines
Wood
20th Century English Other Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood, Paint, Paper
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Cabinets
Chestnut
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Vitrines
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Buffets
Walnut
Antique 1860s British Victorian Secretaires
Boxwood, Rosewood, Walnut
Antique 1890s French Baroque Cupboards
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Antique 19th Century European Neoclassical Cabinets
Oak, Palisander
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vitrines
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century Belgian Secretaires
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Sideboards
Pine
Antique 19th Century French Side Tables
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Cupboards
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century British Sideboards
Oak
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Renaissance Buffets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets
Brass, Bronze
Antique Late 18th Century Danish Gustavian Secretaires
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Country Secretaires
Wood, Pine
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Buffets
Glass, Wood, Walnut
20th Century American Chippendale Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century North American Louis XV Secretaires
Walnut
Antique 18th Century English French Provincial Cupboards
Oak, Hardwood, Wood, Mirror, Glass
20th Century Chinoiserie Secretaires
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Empire Cabinets
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century British Sideboards
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Secretaires
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Cupboards
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Walnut
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022A hutch cabinet is a multifunctional piece of furniture. It can be used to serve tea and coffee while also storing your favourite china and other larger serving dishes. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic hutch cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Also known as a sideboard, a buffet table is mostly used for storage of large dining pieces, like a gravy boat, or everyday pieces, such as plates and flatware.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You may still find some apothecary cabinets being used today in small pharmacies but they were a commonplace element in the 1800s, and a very efficient way for physicians and pharmacists to store and categorize their medications. Shop a collection of vintage and antique apothecary cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers 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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