Mid Century Dresser 1940
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Dressers
Brass
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Dressers
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Silver
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut, Lacquer
Vintage 1940s American Streamlined Moderne Dressers
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Oak
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Streamlined Moderne Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1940s European Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1940s Oceanic Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Rattan, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Birch, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Aluminum
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Glass
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Ash, Sapele Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Leather, Mahogany, Maple
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Oak, Pine
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Lacquer, Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Lacquer, Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Maple, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Aluminum
Late 20th Century American Modern Dressers
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Aluminum
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Oak
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Oak
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Cherry
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Nutwood, Cane
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
Early 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of D...
Birdseye Maple
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Credenzas
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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 ExpertJune 15, 2023A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.