Antique Coffer Chest
19th Century British Victorian Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
19th Century French Gothic Antique Coffer Chest
Iron
17th Century English Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
18th Century English Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
1670s English Charles II Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
16th Century European Gothic Antique Coffer Chest
Iron
Early 19th Century Dutch Colonial Antique Coffer Chest
Wood
Mid-18th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Antique Coffer Chest
Cedar
18th Century French Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Coffer Chest
Hardwood
17th Century Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
17th Century German Gothic Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
18th Century Indian Antique Coffer Chest
Hardwood
18th Century French Antique Coffer Chest
Wood
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Coffer Chest
Wood, Lacquer, Elm
18th Century Scottish Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
16th Century French Gothic Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
16th Century English Tudor Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
1820s English George III Antique Coffer Chest
Elm
17th Century French Renaissance Antique Coffer Chest
Brass
1780s German Baroque Antique Coffer Chest
Iron
Mid-17th Century English Charles II Antique Coffer Chest
Iron
1680s English Charles II Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Coffer Chest
Mirror, Walnut, Pine, Plywood
1780s British Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
1880s European Late Victorian Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
1870s Hungarian High Victorian Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
Early 20th Century Italian Antique Coffer Chest
Wood, Beech
Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
Early 1900s Romanian Late Victorian Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
Early 1900s Romanian Late Victorian Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
19th Century Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
18th Century Georgian Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
1870s European High Victorian Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
1880s European High Victorian Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
1880s Romanian High Victorian Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
Early 1900s European High Victorian Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
Late 18th Century European Primitive Antique Coffer Chest
Iron
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Coffer Chest
Walnut
19th Century Gothic Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
Early 1800s European George III Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
Early 1800s European George III Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
Early 1900s Islamic Antique Coffer Chest
Brass
17th Century British Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
Early 1800s European George III Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
Early 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Coffer Chest
Iron
Late 17th Century French Baroque Antique Coffer Chest
Wrought Iron
Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Coffer Chest
Walnut
1620s Spanish Baroque Antique Coffer Chest
Leather
1720s English George I Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Coffer Chest
Pine
1760s English George III Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
1720s German Baroque Antique Coffer Chest
Iron
19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Coffer Chest
Oak
19th Century Antique Coffer Chest
Brass
17th Century European Gothic Antique Coffer Chest
Wood
1620s Spanish Baroque Antique Coffer Chest
Leather
19th Century Indian Antique Coffer Chest
Iron
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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.
- What is an antique coffer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An antique coffer is one of the oldest pieces of furniture. It is a box or chest that’s simple in design, constructed with solid oak planks and a hinged lid. Shop a collection of antique coffers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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