Open Wall Bookshelf
Vintage 1950s Adam Style Shelves
Yew
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wrought Iron
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Shelves
Walnut
Vintage 1910s English Arts and Crafts Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century French Bookcases
Wood
2010s French Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s French Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s French Modern Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sideboards
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sideboards
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Glass, Burl
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Laminate, Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Desks
Teak
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Bookcases
Metal, Wire
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Hardwood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Sideboards
Plastic, Plexiglass
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Early 2000s Dutch Modern More Clocks
Other
Early 2000s Pop Art Abstract Drawings and Watercolors
Paper, Mixed Media, Permanent Marker, Lithograph, Offset, Board
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Elm
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Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Wardrobes and Armoires
Copper
Antique 1830s English Corner Cupboards
Brass
Antique 1880s French Gothic Revival Secretaires
Velvet, Oak
Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Copper, Brass
Early 20th Century Belgian Arts and Crafts Umbrella Stands
Brass
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Beds and Bed Frames
Lacquer, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and...
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps
Slag Glass
Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Tables
Oak
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Shelves
Pine
Vintage 1910s English Arts and Crafts Coat Racks and Stands
Oak
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Night Stands
Marble
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables
Copper
Recent Sales
2010s Australian Modern Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Credenzas
Cut Steel
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Bronze, Steel
Antique Late 19th Century French Bookcases
Fruitwood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
Vintage 1970s Unknown Chinoiserie Screens and Room Dividers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Teak
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Faux Bamboo
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Bronze, Steel
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Shelves
Mahogany
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Teak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Hardwood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Hardwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Shelves
Oak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Prairie School Beds and Bed Frames
Cypress
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Elm
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass, Iron
20th Century American Cabinets
Birdseye Maple
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Hardwood
Vintage 1960s Bookcases
Pine
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Bookcases
Jacaranda
Vintage 1970s Danish Desks and Writing Tables
Teak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
2010s English Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s English Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
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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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