Victorian Display Case
Antique 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Bookcases
Antique Mid-19th Century British Bookcases
Wood
Antique 1880s English Victorian Cabinets
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 1890s English Victorian Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century High Victorian Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Boxwood, Ebony, Satinwood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Walnut, Burl
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1920s American Victorian Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1920s American Victorian Vitrines
Iron
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Antique 1880s English Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Ebony, Satinwood
Antique 1850s English Victorian Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s American Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Vitrines
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Victorian Shelves
Metal
Antique 19th Century Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Antique Early 1900s North American Victorian Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1880s British Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century British Cabinets
Fruitwood
Antique Late 19th Century British Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Satinwood
Antique 1880s English Victorian Cabinets
Wood
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Shelves
Marble
Antique 1870s Great Britain (UK) Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century European Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Vitrines
Walnut
Early 20th Century Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Maple
Antique 1890s English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany, Paint
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Corner Cupboards
Mahogany, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Pine
Early 20th Century Victorian Bookcases
Wood, Glass
Antique Late 19th Century British Cabinets
Pine
Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Late Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century French High Victorian Shelves
Iron, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century British Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Pine
Antique 1860s English Gothic Revival Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Vitrines
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century British Jewelry Boxes
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Walnut
Antique 1890s European Late Victorian Corner Cupboards
Satinwood
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Taxidermy
Glass, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Early Victorian Apothecary Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cabinets
Vintage 1920s French Late Victorian Shelves
Brass
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Cabinets
Velvet, Glass, Oak
20th Century English Victorian Shelves
Leather, Hardwood
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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 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.








