Vintage Bamboo Cabinet
Late 20th Century Philippine Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Shelves
Cane, Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Rustic Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Cabinets
Porcelain, Bamboo, Cane
Late 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Iron
Vintage 1950s British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan, Cane, Wicker
20th Century Philippine British Colonial Dressers
Grasscloth, Faux Bamboo
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Philippine British Colonial Dry Bars
Grasscloth, Bamboo
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Bookcases
Rattan, Glass
20th Century Philippine British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo
Late 20th Century Blanket Chests
Bamboo, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Bamboo
Early 20th Century British Colonial Cabinets
Rattan, Wood, Plywood
Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Bookcases
Rattan, Wood
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of D...
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century American Desks
Wood
Vintage 1970s Thai Hollywood Regency Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Late 20th Century Southeast Asian Bohemian Shelves
Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1980s Unknown Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Cane, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Faux Bamboo, Rattan, Cane
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Bamboo
Vintage 1980s Philippine Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan, Hardwood
20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Desks
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of D...
Grasscloth, Faux Bamboo
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Bamboo, Reed, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rattan
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Hardwood, Cane, Rattan
20th Century American British Colonial Sideboards
Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Space Age Credenzas
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Bamboo, Rattan, Laminate
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Bamboo, Rattan
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Credenzas
Wool, Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1970s Italian Other Cabinets
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan, Reed
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Directoire Dressers
Walnut
Late 20th Century Philippine Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Late 20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Bamboo, Rattan
Late 20th Century Philippine Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
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Vintage Bamboo Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Vintage Bamboo Cabinet?
Materials: Bamboo Furniture
Bamboo — the reed-like, woody grass revered the world over for its attractiveness, durability and unbeatable versatility — has a purity and elegance that Ming Dynasty dignitaries, European royals and workaday folks alike have appreciated for centuries. Antique and vintage bamboo furniture can help introduce an air of relaxation in any space, and pairs well with chinoiserie decor and a range of porcelain decorative objects.
So why is bamboo — in its many forms — so enduringly popular? The grass itself is classic-looking and pleasingly geometric, and it evokes a subtle exoticism that’s both glamorous and (due in large part to its sustainability) highly attainable.
Bamboo is harder than mahogany. It’s a rigid and hollow reed, and as such it is not rattan, which is dense, steamable and bendable, and has become its own ultimate decorative-arts chameleon over the years. But like rattan, bamboo is an organic material that provides a link to nature, helping us to bring a bit of the outside in, in an elegant yet no-frills way that seems comforting and familiar. Plus, bamboo’s lightness and slight irregularities make it the perfect counterpoint to heavy-feeling interiors.
For organic modern interiors — or any space that would benefit from a dose of the natural world — a variety of vintage bamboo outdoor furniture, side tables, dining chairs and more can be found on 1stDibs.
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first step in determining if an item is vintage bamboo is to first make sure it’s bamboo. Bamboo is inflexible, so if there are curved shapes in the design it is actually rattan, not bamboo. Your next step is to understand the style of the piece of furniture, the brand, and look for telltale signs that it is an authentic piece from that brand. Shop a range of antique and modern bamboo furniture on 1stDibs.
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