Large Antique Shelves
Early 20th Century French Large Antique Shelves
Beech
Early 19th Century French Large Antique Shelves
Chestnut
Early 20th Century Hungarian Country Large Antique Shelves
Pine
1870s Swedish Brutalist Large Antique Shelves
Pine
1880s Swiss Black Forest Large Antique Shelves
Wood
19th Century Spanish Rustic Large Antique Shelves
Copper, Iron
19th Century Italian Rococo Large Antique Shelves
Giltwood
19th Century British Country Large Antique Shelves
Giltwood
1850s Italian Large Antique Shelves
Walnut
Late 18th Century English Chinese Chippendale Large Antique Shelves
Brass
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Large Antique Shelves
Wood
Late 19th Century Dutch Napoleon III Large Antique Shelves
Beech, Cherry
1920s Large Antique Shelves
Hardwood
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Large Antique Shelves
Mirror, Walnut
19th Century French Large Antique Shelves
Iron
Early 20th Century French Large Antique Shelves
Iron
1920s English Large Antique Shelves
Oak
Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Large Antique Shelves
Mahogany
1890s Large Antique Shelves
Wood
Late 19th Century French Large Antique Shelves
Oak
Late 19th Century American Folk Art Large Antique Shelves
Wood
Early 20th Century French Large Antique Shelves
Iron, Nickel, Wrought Iron, Metal, Brass
Late 19th Century English Jacobean Large Antique Shelves
Oak
Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Large Antique Shelves
Fabric, Oak
Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Large Antique Shelves
Giltwood
Late 19th Century German Neoclassical Revival Large Antique Shelves
Oak
19th Century French Large Antique Shelves
Pine
18th Century English George III Large Antique Shelves
Brass
Early 19th Century English Regency Large Antique Shelves
Glass, Mahogany, Wood
1890s German Black Forest Large Antique Shelves
Hardwood
Late 18th Century English Georgian Large Antique Shelves
Oak
1760s French Large Antique Shelves
Wood, Walnut
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Large Antique Shelves
Steel
Early 20th Century English Regency Large Antique Shelves
Hardwood
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Large Antique Shelves
Brass
1830s English George IV Large Antique Shelves
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Victorian Large Antique Shelves
Brass, Iron
19th Century Brazilian Spanish Colonial Large Antique Shelves
Hardwood
1880s English Large Antique Shelves
Pine
19th Century Large Antique Shelves
Walnut
1920s French Art Deco Large Antique Shelves
Wood
Early 20th Century Industrial Large Antique Shelves
Iron
19th Century French Large Antique Shelves
Oak
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Large Antique Shelves
Elm
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Large Antique Shelves
Mahogany, Glass, Wood
19th Century English Large Antique Shelves
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Large Antique Shelves
Bentwood, Felt
19th Century English Large Antique Shelves
Oak
Early 20th Century American Industrial Large Antique Shelves
Iron
Early 20th Century European Country Large Antique Shelves
Iron
1920s French Large Antique Shelves
1890s English British Colonial Large Antique Shelves
Sycamore
19th Century Napoleon III Large Antique Shelves
Rosewood
Late 18th Century English Georgian Large Antique Shelves
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Victorian Large Antique Shelves
Pine
Late 18th Century English George III Large Antique Shelves
Mahogany
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Large Antique Shelves
Bronze
1880s English High Victorian Large Antique Shelves
Brass
19th Century American Adirondack Large Antique Shelves
Wood
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Large Antique Shelves
Brass, Steel
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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.
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