Victorian Display Case
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Shelves
Brass, Other
Antique 1880s British Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique 1860s British Victorian Corner Cupboards
Glass, Mahogany, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century Gothic Vitrines
Oak
Antique 1890s British Victorian Cabinets
Wood
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Wood
Antique 19th Century Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Vitrines
Metal
Antique 1890s Victorian Vitrines
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Shelves
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Shelves
Bamboo, Mirror
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Corner Cupboards
Oak
Early 20th Century Indian Late Victorian Blanket Chests
Brass
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Vitrines
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Vitrines
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Shelves
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Apothecary Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Bookcases
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Cabinets
Ebony, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Photography
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century British Industrial Vitrines
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Gothic Revival Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century French Victorian Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Art Nouveau Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cabinets
Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Oak
Antique 19th Century Garden Ornaments
Stained Glass
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Glass
Glass
20th Century English Victorian Vitrines
Glass
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Taxidermy
Glass, Pine
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Taxidermy
Glass, Pine
Early 20th Century Late Victorian Secretaires
Glass, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Taxidermy
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Other
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Taxidermy
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Other
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Other
Early 20th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood, Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Satinwood
Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Cabinets
Rosewood, Pine
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Taxidermy
Glass, Pine
Antique 1880s English Victorian Cabinets
Yew
Antique 1880s English Victorian Cabinets
Other
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Vases
Leather, Glass, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Taxidermy
Glass, Pine
Early 20th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Bronze, Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Belgian Late Victorian Cabinets
Wood, Pine
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Vitrines
Brass
Antique 1890s American Victorian Vitrines
Metal, Brass
Antique 1890s Victorian Shelves
Iron
Early 20th Century American Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Teak
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Vitrines
Walnut
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Victorian Display Case For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Victorian Display Case?
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 Victorian vesta case?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A vesta case is a small box that’s designed to hold matches. The name Vesta is taken from the Roman goddess of the hearth. Interestingly, in the 1830s, friction matches became as popular as strike-anywhere matches. However, they were unstable and could combust at any time, so a case to hold and protect the individual matches was necessary. Shop a range of antique and vintage vesta cases on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A glass display case is also called a showcase, vitrine, or display cabinet. It usually has one or more panels of transparent glass that allows for proper display of your treasured collectibles. Find a collection of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs today.








