French Provincial Breakfront
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Buffets
Wood
Vintage 1980s American French Provincial Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1970s American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1920s American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Sideboards
Marble
Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Credenzas
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1920s American Louis XV Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1920s American Louis XV Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Buffets
Wood
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Sideboards
Oak
Early 2000s American French Provincial Cabinets
Oak
Early 2000s American French Provincial Desks
Walnut
Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Buffets
Walnut
1990s Unknown French Provincial Cupboards
Walnut
Vintage 1930s American French Provincial Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1950s European French Provincial Tapestries
Wool, Giltwood
Antique 1840s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Louis XV Cabinets
Brass
Antique Early 1900s Italian French Provincial Dining Room Tables
Walnut
1990s Italian French Provincial Sideboards
Brass
Antique 1770s Italian French Provincial Chairs
Walnut
Antique 1710s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Elm, Fruitwood
Antique 1850s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 1790s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 1870s French French Provincial Vitrines
Oak
Vintage 1980s European French Provincial Night Stands
Walnut
Vintage 1980s American French Provincial Sideboards
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Buffets
Cherry
Antique 19th Century European Cupboards
Oak
Antique Late 18th Century European French Provincial Dressers
Iron, Wire
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Console Tables
Wood
Late 20th Century French Provincial Sideboards
Marble, Brass
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Cabinets
Walnut, Glass
Vintage 1980s French Provincial Cabinets
Glass, Cherry
Vintage 1980s French Provincial Buffets
Cherry
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1920s American Louis XV Cabinets
Brass
1990s European French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Cabinets
Glass, Fruitwood
Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Sideboards
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Dressers
Pine
20th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Cupboards
Walnut
20th Century French French Provincial Cabinets
Oak, Glass
Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Sideboards
Walnut
Vintage 1970s European French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Other Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1940s American French Provincial Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Louis XIV Cabinets
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1920s French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Antique 1840s French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Late 20th Century French Provincial Buffets
Mahogany
Late 20th Century French Provincial Buffets
Mahogany
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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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022To know if your French furniture is provincial, examine its decorative flourishes. Provincial furniture often showed off a white painted finish with gold gilt accents. Many pieces feature carvings depicting mythological subjects or floral motifs. On 1stDibs, find a collection of expertly vetted French provincial furniture.