Charles I Chest
Antique 17th Century British Jacobean Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique 1640s British Jacobean Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique 1820s Chinese Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Hardwood
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Hardwood
Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Marble, Brass, Bronze
Antique 1790s French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
20th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Hardwood
20th Century English Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Steel
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique Early 18th Century Balkan Charles X Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Ebony, Maple
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Ormolu
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Blanket Chests
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Aluminum
Vintage 1920s Japanese Art Deco Furniture
Wood
Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Bedroom Sets
Wood
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Bookcases
Hardwood
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Night Stands
Yew
Early 2000s English Elizabethan Books
Paper
Antique 1820s French Restauration Table Mirrors
Bronze
Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Cabinets
Cedar
Antique Late 19th Century French Pitchers
Ceramic, Majolica
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany, Rosewood
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sideboards
Birch, Mahogany, Rosewood
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Vintage 1950s English Victorian Bedroom Sets
Mirror, Hardwood
20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 16th Century Renaissance Figurative Sculptures
Bronze
Antique 1830s American American Empire Paintings
Ivory
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Fiberglass, Rosewood
Antique 1620s British Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique 1620s English Blanket Chests
Oak
English Blanket Chests
Walnut
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rosewood, Tulipwood
Late 20th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique 1630s English Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique Late 17th Century European Charles II Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Walnut
Antique 17th Century British Charles II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 1820s Italian Charles X Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 1630s English Baroque Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique 17th Century Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique 17th Century English Charles II Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Charles X Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Satinwood, Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
20th Century American American Classical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1930s English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Charles X Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Elizabethan Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique Early 1800s Swedish George III Blanket Chests
Pine
Antique 1610s English Charles II Decorative Boxes
Wood
20th Century English Campaign Trunks and Luggage
Brass, Copper
20th Century English Post-Modern Decorative Boxes
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Birdseye Maple, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Sculptures
Bronze
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Cabinets
Antique 19th Century Chinese Victorian Furniture
Wood
Antique Late 17th Century English Charles II Blanket Chests
Oak
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Charles Ephraim Burchfield is a watercolor artist best known for romantic and sometimes fantastic depictions of nature. His unique style of watercolor found him standing at an easel and applying paint with a dry brush technique, reworking the surface during his process or much later. His body of work is divided into three periods including figuration, houses and towns, and abstractions. Shop a selection of Burchfield pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a gentleman's chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A gentleman's chest is a piece of wooden storage furniture with at least one section large enough to accommodate hanging men's clothing like ties, suits and dress pants. Normally, drawers appear beside and below the hanging cabinet. Find a range of gentleman's chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a bonnet chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bonnet chest is a chest of drawers that has a space for hats. Typically, this larger drawer or area is in the center space and toward the top. Bonnet chests get their name for their function not their shape, as there is no one standard shape for a bonnet chest. Shop a collection of vintage and antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a bombe chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A bombe chest is a set of drawers that bulges outward in the front and on the sides. The style, whose name comes from French word bombé, meaning “curved,” originated in 17th-century France.
- What is a military chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A military chest is a chest of drawers made of hardwood like mahogany, teak or cedar. Also called a campaign chest, the furniture usually comes apart into smaller pieces for easy carrying. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of military chests.
- What is a dower chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A dower chest — also called a dowry chest or hope chest — is a Pennsylvania Dutch chest, a piece of furniture traditionally used by young women to store items in anticipation of married life. Find a collection of antique and vintage dowry chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a demilune chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A demilune chest is a type of case good furniture that features a straight back and a curved front. Most feature rows of drawers, cabinet doors or a mix of the two types of storage. Demilune comes from the French word for half moon and refers to the shape of the chests. Shop a range of demilune chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a sugar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sugar chest is a chest, typically made of wood and featuring legs, that was designed to hold sugar in the late 1700s to early 1800s, when sugar was very valuable. Sugar chests would feature a lock to keep this sweet sign of wealth secure, and featured sections inside to separate light and dark sugars. Shop a range of antique sugar chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a Tansu chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Tansu refers to Japanese portable storage chests. When tansu became a well-known feature of life in Japan — the chests’ emergence is said to be rooted in the Genroku era of the Edo period (1688–1704) — the country’s traditionally minimalist households had little to no proper seats, tables, or other pieces of furniture. Tansu were intended to be multipurpose cabinets. These case pieces were used to store things of everyday utility, such as clothing and various personal items. Tansu are regarded as collectible furniture with a timeless appeal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary Tansu from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a sea chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sea chest, typically seen onboard ships, is a storage chest for a sailor’s personal property. The first known sea chest was used in 1613. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic sea chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a bachelor’s chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2019
A bachelor’s chest is a low chest of drawers. Its name comes from the fact that it was originally designed to provide multipurpose storage for a single man with a small living space.
- What is a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Bombay chest is a piece of wooden furniture — a chest that bulges outward in the front and on the sides and then curves in at the base. This style of chest was popularized in 17th century French design.
- What is a campaign chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A campaign chest is a chest of drawers that breaks down into smaller pieces for easier transport. Some people refer to this type of case furniture as a military chest. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style we know as campaign furniture with sturdy and elegant pieces. Find a selection of campaign chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a mule chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A mule chest is a low chest that has a drawer or a set of drawers at its base and a hinged top. It stands on legs or brackets and it is usually wider than it is deep. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary mule chests from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a marriage chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A marriage chest is an ornate chest that is given as a gift or dowry to the bride by her parents. It was popular during the Renaissance period in Italy. It was especially used to hold a bride's dowry goods or other possessions. Find marriage chests and other vintage and antique case pieces on 1stDibs.
- What is a door chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A door chest is a small cabinet with shelves and is used for storage. They are usually found in bedrooms and living rooms to provide a little extra storage. Shop for a range of antique and vintage door chests on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Charles and Ray Eames are famous for their chair designs. The couple released their first iconic Eames Lounge and Ottoman in 1956 and went on to create more chairs that changed the idea of comfortable seating. In addition to being great furniture designers, Ray and Charles were also graphic and textile designers, architects and film-makers. Shop a collection of Eames chairs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024The story of what happened to Charles Jourdan shoes is one of struggling finances. Starting around 2000, the French footwear company began to see shifting sales patterns and was unable to repay debts owed. The company filed for bankruptcy in 2002, and the Jourdan family sold the company to investment bankers. By 2020, Charles Jourdan had ceased operations, but in 2022, the brand unveiled a new collection of shoes created by designer Christelle Kocher. Shop a variety of Charles Jourdan shoes on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024You can see Charles Russell paintings in many places. The C.M. Russell Museum in Great Falls, Montana, has more than 1,000 of his pieces in its collection. Russell's work is also held by many other institutions, such as the Amon Carter Museum of American Art in Fort Worth, Texas; the Denver Art Museum in Denver, Colorado; and the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston in Houston, Texas. Shop a selection of Charles Russell artwork on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Charles and Ray Eames were related by marriage. Charles studied architecture and industrial design. Ray (née Bernice Alexandra Kaiser) was an artist who studied under painter Hans Hofmann. They met in 1940 at the Cranbrook Academy of Art in suburban Detroit and married the next year. Shop a selection of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
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