Victorian Black Cabinet
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Shelves
Iron
Early 20th Century French Victorian Shelves
Brass, Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century English Cabinets
Antique 1830s Scottish Victorian Corner Cupboards
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Cabinets
Antique 1890s English Victorian Cabinets
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 1850s Early Victorian Apothecary Cabinets
Antique 1890s English Victorian Cabinets
Antique 19th Century Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Dressers
Oak
Antique 1880s Scottish Aesthetic Movement Cabinets
Other
Antique 1870s Dutch Victorian Vitrines
Mirror, Glass, Wood
Antique 1870s French Victorian Vitrines
Brass
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Cupboards
Pine
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Cupboards
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century English Colonial Revival Bookcases
Cut Glass, Wood
20th Century European Victorian Desks
Wood
Antique 19th Century Victorian Desks
Walnut
Antique 1890s European Victorian Cabinets
Lacquer
Antique 1890s European Victorian Cabinets
Lacquer
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Bookcases
Bamboo, Glass, Lacquer
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Cabinets
Lacquer
Antique Early 19th Century Buffets
Antique 1860s Victorian Blanket Chests
Antique 1880s Victorian Cabinets
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century English Bookcases
Antique 19th Century Cabinets
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Desks
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Victorian Linen Presses
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cupboards
Pearl
Antique Late 19th Century Desks
Antique 19th Century Victorian Desks
Antique Late 19th Century Bookcases
Antique 19th Century Victorian Desks
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Dressers
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dry Bars
Brass, Lead
Antique 1890s English Bookcases
Antique 1870s English Victorian Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Linen Presses
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Linen Presses
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique 19th Century Cabinets
Antique 1860s English Shelves
Bamboo
Antique 1860s European Victorian Desks
Lacquer
Antique 19th Century Sideboards
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Blanket Chests
Brass
Antique 19th Century Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Antique 19th Century English Desks
Brass
Antique 1880s Scottish Aesthetic Movement Sideboards
Other
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Credenzas
Lacquer
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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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.








