Deep Shelving
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Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Carts and Bar Carts
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Shelves
Aluminum
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
2010s British Modern Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1950s Danish Shelves
Birch
2010s British Modern Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Post-Modern Shelves
Brass
2010s American Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Linen, Oil
Late 20th Century Shelves
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Shelves
Steel, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Spanish Post-Modern Shelves
Iron, Brass
2010s Australian Post-Modern Credenzas
Granite, Marble, Metal, Aluminum, Bronze
2010s British Modern Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century French Shelves
Iron
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Vintage 1980s British Bookcases
Wood
2010s Mexican Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Hardwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Glass, Burl
Early 20th Century German Corner Cupboards
Wood
2010s American Shelves
Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s American Shelves
Bamboo, Wood
2010s Modern Shelves
Hardwood
Vintage 1980s Asian Regency Revival Furniture
Iron
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Chrome
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Maple
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Nickel
Vintage 1920s British Shelves
Pine
2010s American Shelves
Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s American Shelves
Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s American Shelves
Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s American Shelves
Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel
2010s American Shelves
Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Bentwood, Plywood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1970s French Minimalist Shelves
Aluminum, Brass
2010s American Minimalist Shelves
Hardwood, Maple
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Hardwood, Maple
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Hardwood, Maple
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
2010s American Shelves
Steel
Antique 19th Century Swedish Bookcases
Pine
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
2010s American Art Deco Credenzas
Steel
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
Antique 1790s English George III Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Cord, Hardwood
2010s Italian Brutalist Cabinets
Oak
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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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Storage shelves need to be large enough to properly and safely hold items but not too large that items will get lost or hidden behind each other. In a garage 12” is a good depth for smaller items and 16” for larger items.
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