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1800's Antique French Renaissance Revival, Carved Oak, Shelf, Drawers, Cupboard!
Located in Austin, TX
1800's Antique French Renaissance Revival, Carved Oak, Shelf, Drawers, Cupboard! Gorgeous Antique
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Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Cupboards

Materials

Oak

Early 1800’s Pennsylvania Dutch Pine Country Cupboard with Wavy Glass Doors
Located in Louisville, KY
This simple, yet beautiful country pine cupboard features a primitive design of two solid doors on
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Antique Early 19th Century American Primitive Cupboards

Materials

Iron

A Primitive Corner Cupboard, Scandinavia, c. 1800s.
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A Wonderful Primitive Corner Cupboard, Unknown designer, Scandinavia, c. 1800s. This case piece was
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Antique 19th Century Norwegian Romantic Corner Cupboards

Materials

Pine

Antique American Wooden Cupboard Storage Cabinet, Late 1800s
Located in Detroit, MI
This incredible handcrafted late 19th century antique American solid wood farmhouse cabinet is perfectly aged with great rustic character. The unique and elegant design of this two-p...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Cupboards

Materials

Walnut, Wood

A Primitive Cupboard, Wabi Sabi, Scandinavia, c. 1800s.
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A Wonderful Primitive Cupboard, Unknown designer, Scandinavia, c. 1800s. This case piece embraces
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Antique 19th Century Norwegian Romantic Corner Cupboards

Materials

Pine

1800s Antique Gothic Revival Cupboard, Carved Oak, Credence, with Foliates!!
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning antique cupboard, gothic revival, carved oak, credence, foliates, 1800s, 19th century
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Antique 19th Century European Gothic Revival Cupboards

Materials

Oak

English 1800s Wooden Court Cupboard with Doors, Drawers and Diamond Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Boasting a nicely weathered patina and accented with iron hardware, this English court cupboard circa 1800
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Antique Early 19th Century English Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Cupboard Mathieu Befort Jeune, Paris, France
By Mathieu Béfort
Located in Milano, IT
Cupboard supported by spinning top-shaped feet, there are two doors on the front, with curved sides
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Antique Late 19th Century French Other Cupboards

Materials

Bronze

Cupboard Mathieu Befort Jeune, Paris, France
Cupboard Mathieu Befort Jeune, Paris, France
H 42.33 in W 52.37 in D 17.13 in
English Early 19th Century Lightened Oak Housekeeper's Cupboard
Located in Madison, MS
A lovely English housekeeper's cupboard on a bank of 6 mahogany drawers would make the perfect
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Antique Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Cupboards

Materials

Oak

19th century American Victorian Walnut Cupboard
Located in Savannah, GA
Very ornate walnut cupboard with three shelves with glass doors on the upper case. On top, the
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Antique 1850s American High Victorian Cupboards

Materials

Brass

19th Century German Wooden Cupboard
Located in High Point, NC
With its handsome design and rich original patina, this antique wooden cupboard offers a
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Antique 19th Century German Country Cupboards

Materials

Wood

19th Century German Wooden Cupboard
19th Century German Wooden Cupboard
H 63.2 in W 47.4 in D 17.6 in
19th Century French Provencal Panetière Bread Cupboard in Carved Chestnut
Located in Miami, FL
A very charming and rustic French Provincial bread cupboard or panetière in French chestnut. France
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Cupboards

Materials

Iron

Travail Populaire Monoxylite Cupboard, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
; 1800s; Vintage; Artisan; Cupboard; Buffet; Sideboard; Wabi Sabi; 19th Century; Travail populaire
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Antique 19th Century French Rustic Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Tyrol Country Corner Rustic Cupboard Solid Wood Pine Restored
Located in Vigonza, Padua
antique Tyrolean country corner rustic cupboard, in solid wood pine, restored and wax polished
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Country Corner Cupboards

Materials

Pine

Antique Original Paint Rustic 2-Door Cupboard from Ireland Fabulous Patina
Located in Chicago, IL
Finish from the 1800s. The Small Painted Cupboard was found in Ireland and after some cleaning and
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Antique 1860s Irish Rustic Cupboards

Materials

Iron

Antique European Pine Cupboard/ Dresser with Open Dish Rack, circa 1850
Located in Miami, FL
mid 1800's. Fabrication consists of lap joint and mortise-and-tenon construction with wooden pegs
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Antique Mid-19th Century German Country Cupboards

Materials

Pine

19th C. Antique Renaissance Revival, Carved, Large, 89" H Credence Cupboard!
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning antique credence cupboard, renaissance revival, carved, large, 89" in height, 1800s, 19th
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Antique 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Swedish Gustavian Period 1800s Painted Corner Cabinet with Carved Foliage
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gustavian period painted wood corner cabinet circa 1800 will make for a lovely addition to any home
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Tall White Corner Cabinet Cupboard, Sweden circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
This statuesque pine corner cabinet has clean, straight lines and was crafted in the early 1800's
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Corner Cupboards

Materials

Pine, Paint

Swedish Gustavian Period 1800s Corner Cabinet with Carved Doors and Open Shelf
Located in Atlanta, GA
bracket feet, this Swedish Gustavian period corner cupboard circa 1800 will make for a great addition to
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboards

Materials

Wood

19th Century Oak Confiturier Cabinet from Normandy, France
Located in Dallas, TX
craftsmanship of regional French woodworkers of the 1800s. The thick molding to the door, with its intricate
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Cupboards

Materials

Wood, Oak

19th Century Shop Chest
Located in Seattle, WA
This is a beautiful 19th Century Shop Chest in the Tansu family. It has original wavy glass sliding doors in the upper portion of the cabinet. The lower portion is made up 5 rows o...
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Antique 19th Century Asian Japonisme Cupboards

Materials

Glass, Wood

19th Century Shop Chest
19th Century Shop Chest
H 67 in W 54 in D 16 in
19th Century Crimson Red On Black, Chinoiserie Cabinet
Located in Hastings, GB
19th century crimson red on black chinoiserie cabinet Original paintwork The door, decorated with oriental landscapes and figures in gilt, opens to reveal a shelved interior Dating ...
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Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Antique 18th Century dresser
Located in Antwerp, BE
Solid oak cabinet - meuble deux corps, France, circa 1780 real minimalistic type of antique furniture suits well in an antique inspired or eclectic kind of interior Measures: H 157 ...
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Antique Early 18th Century European Early Victorian Cupboards

Materials

Oak

Antique 18th Century dresser
Antique 18th Century dresser
H 61.82 in W 55.91 in D 21.66 in
Antique Swedish Genuine Country Corner Cabinet
Located in Kramfors, SE
early 1800s. Old historic paint with a rustic surface and genuine patina and character. The cabinet has
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Country Corner Cupboards

Materials

Pine

Antique Swedish Genuine Country Corner Cabinet
Antique Swedish Genuine Country Corner Cabinet
H 78.75 in W 27.56 in D 18.51 in
19th Century French Louis XV Walnut Hutch
Located in Portland, OR
3/4 t 54 w @ Front 30 t Base 62 3/4 t Top Origin: France c: Late 1800's Materials: Walnut, Glass
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Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Cupboards

Materials

Walnut

Unusual 19th Century Swedish Hand-Made Pine Cabinet
Located in Kramfors, SE
Unusual Swedish pine cabinet made by hand around the mid 1800s. The cabinet has an unusual model
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Cupboards

Materials

Pine

Antique Swedish Pine Cabinet Cupboard from Early 1800's
Located in Round Top, TX
the early 1800's (notice the original hinges and wood pegs used for nails).Carving along the curved
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Pine

19th Century French Oak Corner Buffet
Located in High Point, NC
in France in the 1800s, this cabinet was designed to fit neatly into the corner of a room; the curved
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Corner Cupboards

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Oak Corner Buffet
19th Century French Oak Corner Buffet
H 51.9 in W 30.8 in D 21.5 in
Rare Untouched Antique Swedish Gustavian Corner Cabinet
Located in Kramfors, SE
during the late 1800s. Similarly the lock has gone missing from the upper cabinet and been replaced with
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboards

Materials

Pine

Biedermeier Poplar Briar Wood Austrian Corner Cabinet, 1820
By Biedermeier
Located in Rome, IT
condition if you think that the piece is from the early 1800s. The corner unit can be divided into two parts
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Antique 1820s Austrian Biedermeier Corner Cupboards

Materials

Poplar

Antique French Country Cupboard
Located in Naples, FL
early 1800's with obvious signs of age-woodworm tracks and holes; a statement piece and a fine antique
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Antique Early 19th Century French Country Furniture

Materials

Pine

Antique French Country Cupboard
Antique French Country Cupboard
H 91 in W 51.5 in D 22 in
1800s Antique Renaissance Revival, Carved Display Cabinet / Vitrine
Located in Austin, TX
1800s Antique Renaissance Revival, Carved Display Cabinet / Vitrine Beautiful Antique display
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Antique 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Antique Pine False Front Cupboard/Secretary Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique pine cabinet. Removable shelves inside make it great for linen storage or cupboard. Clean
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Antique Original Painted Corner Cabinet Cupboard, Sweden
Located in Round Top, TX
. Corner cupboards were used throughout Europe in the 1800s as added storage space in tight quarters. This
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Corner Cupboard top Circa 1830's Farmhouse
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is an absolutely stunning early 1800's corner cupboard top, someone many years ago separated
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Antique Early 19th Century American Primitive Painted Furniture

Materials

Softwood

Antique Anglo Indian Teak Petite Armoire Cupboard With Mirror
Located in Centennial, CO
A sweet antique (late 1800s or early 1900s) Anglo-Indian teak petite armoire cupboard with mirror
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

PAIR OF STUNNiNG ANTIQUE ADAMS SHERATON PAINTED DEMI LUNE SIDEBOARD CUPBOARDS
Located in GB
walnut which has beautifully age, they date to the mid part of the 1800's circa 1850-1860, they are in
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Antique 19th Century English Sheraton Sideboards

Materials

Hardwood, Satinwood

Important Documented Qing Dynasty Chinese Deep Relief Rosewood Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
custom Rosewood frame around the late 1800s-early 1900s. This incredible collectors piece of Chinese
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique Anthony Hordens Two Door with Mirror Wardrobe Anti
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
Both sides of cupboard are hanging racks with tow doors and centre mirror, open door cupboards on
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Antique Late 19th Century Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Mirror, Cedar

Important Estate 19th Century Large French Napoleon III Bronze Sevres Commode
Located in New York, NY
cupboard door centred by an oval floral-painted plaque, the interior fitted with two shelves, the angles
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Antique 19th Century Models and Miniatures

Materials

Gold, Bronze

Antique French Marble Top Bedside Table
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
Marle marble top with oat base, has top draw, cupboard and open shelve on bottom, curved bottom
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Antique 19th Century Night Stands

Materials

Marble

Antique French Marble Top Bedside Table
Antique French Marble Top Bedside Table
H 32.68 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in
Bench, 19th Century, England
Located in Girona, Spain
Rustic bench. With two large storage cupboard under the seat Original patina. Pine wood 19th
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Antique 19th Century English Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Bench, 19th Century, England
Bench, 19th Century, England
H 45 in W 103 in D 25 in
Antique Anglo Indian Rosewood Secrétaire Bookcase
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
cupboard has two doors with two shelves inside, no keys included in item. Circa: 19th century
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Antique 19th Century Secretaires

Materials

Brass, Copper

Primitive Rustic European Farmhouse Kitchen Dresser Unit with Storage Shelves
Located in Llanbrynmair, GB
cupboard with two shelves each side. A remarkable piece of authentic vernacular furniture of a bygone era
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Antique Mid-19th Century Hungarian Primitive Dressers

Materials

Elm, Pine

Antique Early American 19th Century Pine Plantation Desk
Located in Forney, TX
-Atlantic region / Southern United States, circa 1800s, hand-crafted of solid pine wood with mellow warm
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Antique 19th Century American Primitive Desks

Materials

Pine

Antique Cabinet /Armoire with Carved Detail on Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique armoire/case piece with original shelving inside. Great as a cupboard or linen closet, as
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Antique 19th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Fine Pair of George III Mahogany Wine Cisterns Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
brass handles, removable lids with pineapple finials and taps. The crossbanded pedestals have cupboard
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Antique 19th Century English George III Obelisks

Materials

Mahogany

Swedish Mora Clock Fryksdall White Gold Scroll Motif Antique Grandfather
Located in LONDON, GB
clock to keep in a cupboard.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...

Materials

Pine

Stunning Baroque Revival Tiger Oak Cabinet with Lion Heads and Barley Twist Base
Located in Lisse, NL
Practical size and beautiful quality cupboard with hidden drawer. This handcrafted and solid tiger
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Baroque Revival Cabinets

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Oak Buffet
Located in High Point, NC
finish. Made in France in the 1800s, fluted pilasters and an overhanging upper drawer lend an
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Oak Buffet
19th Century French Oak Buffet
H 44.5 in W 31.3 in D 16.5 in
19th Century French Provincial Wooden Dresser
Located in High Point, NC
be treasured for generations to come. Built in France in the 1800s, the design combines a spacious
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Antique 19th Century French Country Buffets

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Provincial Oak Buffet
Located in High Point, NC
despite its generous proportions. Hand-built in France in the 1800s, the upper drawers sit at shoulder
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Buffets

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Provincial Oak Buffet
19th Century French Provincial Oak Buffet
H 52.4 in W 59.1 in D 21.3 in
1850s French Bleached Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
elegance and country simplicity. Crafted in France during the 1800s, the graceful arch of the cornice
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Vitrines

Materials

Wood

1850s French Bleached Oak Vitrine
1850s French Bleached Oak Vitrine
H 86.2 in W 37.6 in D 20.3 in
19th Century French Wooden Patinated Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
find. Built in France in the 1800s, windows on three sides of the narrow cabinet give a view onto four
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood

Blue Painted Armoire Cabinet from Sweden, circa 1820
Located in Round Top, TX
Original blue painted Gustavian armoire or large cupboard from Sweden, early 1800's. Two cabinet
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century French Oak Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
France in the 1800s, the gentle arch of the cornice is echoed in the shape of the lower cupboard doors to
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Oak

19th Century French Oak Vitrine
19th Century French Oak Vitrine
H 86.6 in W 50.4 in D 22 in
19th Century French White Patinated Vitrine
Located in High Point, NC
A timeworn patina gives this antique vitrine an air of romance. Built in France in the 1800s, the
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood

19th Century Pine Dresser with Plate Rack
Located in Mckinney, TX
Antique stepback cupboard or dresser crafted from solid pine with a beautiful patina. Found in
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Antique Mid-19th Century Irish Buffets

Materials

Pine

19th Century Pine Dresser with Plate Rack
19th Century Pine Dresser with Plate Rack
H 75 in W 60.13 in D 18.25 in
Rustic Art Populaire Cabinet - 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
; 1800s; Vintage; Artisan; Cupboard; Buffet; Sideboard; Wabi Sabi; 19th Century; Art populaire one-door
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Antique 19th Century French Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Rustic Art Populaire Cabinet - 19th Century
Rustic Art Populaire Cabinet - 19th Century
H 58.67 in W 24.81 in D 22.84 in
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1800s Cupboard For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 1800s cupboard you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A 1800s cupboard — often made from wood, softwood and pine — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1800s cupboard — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A 1800s cupboard, designed in the Victorian, Georgian or Baroque style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Harden Furniture, Biedermeier and Claudia Barber each produced at least one beautiful 1800s cupboard that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1800s Cupboard?

Prices for a 1800s cupboard start at $489 and top out at $131,923 with the average selling for $4,206.

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.

Questions About 1800s Cupboard
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In the 1800s, miniatures were small portraits. People commissioned them to give as gifts to their loved ones to carry with them. In this way, miniatures were similar to modern wallet photographs. On 1stDibs, find a range of miniature portraits.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, there were safes in the 1800s. Historical records indicate that by 1820, some companies used safes to protect goods from fire. Following market campaigns in the 1840s, more companies and individuals began to purchase safes as an anti-theft measure. Shop a variety of safes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Made from about 1650 to 1700, press cupboards have cabinets and display areas above and chests of drawers, used to store clothing and linens, below.

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A larder cupboard is a standalone unit that is a combination of a kitchen cupboard and a storage room. They can hold a large variety of food in a combination of drawers, pull-out baskets, racks and shelves. Find a collection of antique and vintage larder cupboards on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A jelly cupboard is a kitchen cupboard used to store homemade jams and jellies. It usually has two drawers and two doors. Find a collection of antique and vintage jelly cupboards on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A stepback cupboard is a type of cabinet that consists of a dovetailed case, enclosed cupboards, and a shelving unit on top of this construction. It is most commonly used in the kitchens to display china, glass and pewter-ware. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage stepback cupboards.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Jacobean cupboard is a court cupboard created during the Jacobean era between 1603-49. The Jacobean style is similar to the Elizabethan era that preceded it with sturdy, massive furniture that showcases perpendicular designs. The Jacobean cupboard features ornate carvings and was used to display plates and other cups, similar to a buffet. Find a selection of antique Jacobean cupboards on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    In the 1800s, safes were usually made of metal like tin plating or sheet iron. Fireproofing the safes proved difficult, and during the 1820s, specific mixtures of materials such as mica, potash lye and alum were used to line a safe’s interior in order to prevent its contents from succumbing to fire damage. Shop a collection of safes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Cupboard and cabinet are often used interchangeably, In general, though, cabinets are multipurpose storage units, while cupboards are used to store and frequently display cups, plates and serveware.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The court cupboard, a variant of the buffet, was used for displaying fine plates and other dinnerware. It is characterized by its three tiers and short height. Shop a collection of court cupboards from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019

    The difference between a cupboard and a cabinet is that a cupboard can be a freestanding unit usually found in a kitchen or pantry, while a cabinet is typically built into a wall and employed. Both are used for food storage.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 11, 2024
    The difference between a wardrobe and a cupboard is that a wardrobe is a very tall structure that is typically located in a closet or bedroom. Wardrobes usually contain clothing and shoes, while a cupboard, even though it is a versatile type of case piece, is usually found in a kitchen or pantry and is used for food storage. 

    Although both are types of storage cabinets, a wardrobe is generally much larger than a cupboard. A wardrobe is a tall, streamlined cabinet that usually has some combination of drawers, shelves and hanging rods. You won’t find any hanging rods in a cupboard.

    Cupboards have long been staples in interior design as reliable case pieces, which have been a vital part of the home for centuries. Cupboards appeared in the Middle Ages and by the 17th century had eclipsed the chest in popularity as a piece of furniture for storage. New techniques in woodworking allowed furniture manufacturers to build pieces that were more complex than simple chests.

    Find a collection of antique and vintage storage furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    In the 1800s, nightstands were often called commodes. Prior to the advent of indoor plumbing, early nightstands contained a porcelain chamber pot in a cabinet that provided a convenient and private alternative to visiting the outhouse. Today, antique, new and vintage nightstands, which are pieces of bedroom furniture that are often called bedside tables, are typically low-profile tables that are positioned alongside one’s bed or elsewhere in a bedroom. Shop a selection of nightstands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    During the 1800s, necklaces, earrings, brooches and hair accessories were popular jewelry pieces in styles ranging from Georgian with enamel details to Victorian with floral flourishes. The commonly used gemstones of the 19th century included diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets and amethysts. Gold was the dominant metal for jewelry, but silver became sought-after during the 1880s and 1890s. Explore an assortment of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A step back cupboard is called a step back cupboard because the top half of the cupboard is set back from the bottom half, making it look like it stepped back. Browse 1stDibs to discover an array of stately step back cupboards from top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pie safe is a safe-like kitchen cupboard with two doors that feature pierced holes. These holes allow pies to safely cool when placed inside the cupboard. A jelly cupboard is a kitchen cupboard that features two doors and two drawers. Shop an array of pie safes and jelly cupboards on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best way to organize kitchen cupboards is by keeping in mind how you will use the contents. When you take a look at the items inside the cabinet, think about how frequently you use each item. Store the items you use most often in easy to reach locations — the front of the cabinet is best for an everyday item, or perhaps in canisters on the counter. The back of the cupboard, or higher shelves, should be reserved for items that you use less frequently. Shop a range of antique and vintage kitchen cupboards on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    What wedding rings looked like in the 1800s was similar to other Victorian jewelry. The Victorian era spanned from 1837 to 1901, coinciding with the reign of Queen Victoria in the United Kingdom. At the beginning of this period, rings were made of gold and affordable only to the wealthy. Designs for Victorian-era rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Some featured stones secured by collets, settings similar to bezels, with prongs and a closed back. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victorian wedding rings.

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