Mid Century Open Bookshelf
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Iron
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1980s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Brass, Zinc
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Lacquer, Walnut, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Wood, Rosewood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mission Side Tables
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Bookcases
Marble, Bronze, Gold
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Ceramic, Paint
Mid-20th Century French Shelves
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Early 20th Century French Renaissance Shelves
Oak
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Laminate, Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Models and Miniatures
Silver Plate
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Plywood, Lacquer, Wood, Paint, Gesso
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Gesso, Glass, Wood, Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
Mid-20th Century Japanese Primitive Furniture
Wood
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Hardwood, Cane
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Brass
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Beech, Maple, Olive, Walnut, Burl
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Glass, Burl
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Chrome
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Furniture
Elm
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
2010s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century Irish George III Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
Late 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Bottles
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Elm
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Bookends
Brass
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Teak
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Teak
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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.