Cabinets
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Cabinets
Wood, Cedar, Pine
1920s Vintage Cabinets
Lacquer
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Cabinets
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Cabinets
Oak, Walnut
1920s British Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
1970s Italian Vintage Cabinets
Metal, Brass, Enamel
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Elm
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Cabinets
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
18th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Cabinets
Wood
1830s English William IV Antique Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1870s French Antique Cabinets
Ormolu
2010s Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Oak, Plywood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
20th Century British Cabinets
Hardwood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cabinets
Steel
1860s English Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Cabinets
Amboyna
20th Century Art Deco Cabinets
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Cabinets
Steel
Mid-19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Cabinets
Fruitwood, Mahogany
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Teak
Early 20th Century English Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s Scottish Antique Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Ash
20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Yew
1940s French Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Leather, Elm
18th Century Swedish Antique Cabinets
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Chrome
1850s Victorian Antique Cabinets
Metal, Gold Leaf
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Copper
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Copper
1920s English Country Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1890s Antique Cabinets
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Crystal, Steel
1880s French Antique Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Yew
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1880s Scottish Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1890s British Indian Ocean Territory Victorian Antique Cabinets
Teak
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Cabinets
Marble, Bronze, Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Cabinets
Stone, Bronze
Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Restauration Antique Cabinets
Rosewood
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1950s French Louis Philippe Vintage Cabinets
Kingwood
Vintage and Antique Cabinets for Sale on 1stDibs
Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.
The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.
Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.
The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.
A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.
One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.
Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.
Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.