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Oak
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20th Century Miscellaneous
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2010s Italian Tech Accessories and Cases
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Oak
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Teak
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Pine
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Oak
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Wood
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Mantel Clocks
Bronze, Enamel
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Wood, Mirror
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Teak
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Vitrines
Bronze
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Brass
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Brass
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Iron
Vintage 1930s French Primitive Apothecary Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Regency Cabinets
Metal
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Wood
Vintage 1960s American Sideboards
Brass
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Oak
Antique Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Vitrines
Brass
20th Century European Cabinets
Brass
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Wood
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
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Brass
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Wood
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Gold Leaf
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Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century German Biedermeier Cabinets
Brass, Gold Leaf
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
20th Century Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1940s English Queen Anne Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
Antique 1860s Secretaires
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Cupboards
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Swedish Art Deco Sideboards
Birch, Elm
Vintage 1910s French Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1920s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Birch, Elm, Rosewood
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century Gothic Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Desks
Metal, Bronze
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
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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 a key case?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A key case refers to a small case in which keys are carried. These cases are compact and have key hooks on the inside to keep your house key, car key, workplace key and other keys. Shop a range of antique and vintage key cases on 1stDibs.
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