Painted Library Cabinet
Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Cupboards
Wood
Vintage 1940s English Neoclassical Revival Cabinets
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Antique 19th Century Italian Bookcases
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century German Bookcases
Oak, Pine
Antique 18th Century English George III Bookcases
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary English Bookcases
Pine
Antique 1880s Victorian Cabinets
Glass
Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century British Georgian Bookcases
Paint
20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Secretaires
Wood, Paint
Antique 18th Century Swedish Baroque Secretaires
Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cupboards
Hardwood
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Secretaires
Glass, Wood, Paint
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Bookcases
Metal, Wire
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Desks
Hardwood, Paint
20th Century Italian Bookcases
Poplar
Antique 19th Century Spanish Other Bookcases
Wood
20th Century French Provincial Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century Victorian Secretaires
Hardwood
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Bookcases
Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Cabinets
Wire
Antique 1880s Adam Style Bookcases
Brass
Antique 1860s French Directoire Bookcases
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Oak
Early 2000s Japanese Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
Antique 19th Century British Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Bookcases
Satinwood, Paint
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Desks
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Bookcases
Enamel
Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires
Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Cupboards
Poplar
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Desks
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1940s English Shelves
Oak
Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Bookcases
Pine
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
2010s Italian Baroque Bookcases
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
2010s Italian Baroque Cabinets
Iron
Antique 1870s Italian Rococo Vitrines
Walnut
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
2010s American Modern Dry Bars
Paint, Wood
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
2010s American Chinoiserie Bookcases
Metal
Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Cabinets
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
Antique 1870s French Renaissance Revival Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Baroque Secretaires
Brass
Antique 17th Century Italian Louis XIV Cabinets
Canvas, Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Cupboards
Iron
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Oak, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Bookcases
Wood
Antique 1880s English Victorian Bookcases
Pine
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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.
- Can I paint my Chinese cabinet?1 AnswerLotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Yes, you can paint your Chinese cabinet, though unless it is in poor condition, doing so is usually frowned upon. You will have to sand down the surface beforehand, as most Chinese cabinets have a lacquer finish.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, painting kitchen cabinets is a great idea. Painting kitchen cabinets is quite economical and can give your kitchen a stylish, updated look.
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