Vintage Bamboo Cabinet
Late 20th Century North American Dry Bars
Aluminum
1990s Philippine British Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires
Faux Bamboo, Cane
Late 20th Century American Desks
Leather, Bamboo, Paper
Vintage 1980s American Campaign Sideboards
Faux Bamboo, Rattan
Early 20th Century Philippine Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo
Vintage 1970s American Dressers
Faux Bamboo
Late 20th Century Philippine Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Rattan
Late 20th Century North American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo
Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Linen Presses
Bamboo
Vintage 1970s Philippine Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1960s French Bohemian Sideboards
Rattan
Vintage 1980s Philippine British Colonial Dressers
Faux Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1920s English Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Bamboo
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Bamboo
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Plaster, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Philippine Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Paint
Vintage 1970s Italian Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Shelves
Bamboo, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Philippine British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Grasscloth, Faux Bamboo
Vintage 1960s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1980s Philippine Dressers
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Philippine British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Grasscloth, Faux Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1970s French Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo
Vintage 1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century North American Regency Dry Bars
Brass
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Desks
Rattan, Wicker
20th Century French Shelves
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Shelves
Bamboo
Vintage 1960s American Dressers
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Faux Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Late 20th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Chinese Chippendale Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Bamboo, Leather
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Cupboards
Bamboo, Reed
Vintage 1980s Philippine British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1980s American British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Cane
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests
Faux Bamboo
Vintage 1980s American British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Faux Bamboo, Cane
Late 20th Century Philippine Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Blanket Chests
Bamboo, Lacquer
Late 20th Century Philippine Dressers
Rattan
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Bamboo, Cane, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Credenzas
Rattan
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Bamboo, Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century Philippine Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1980s American British Colonial Dressers
Bamboo
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Rattan
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
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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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