Used Steelcase Storage Cabinets
1970s Steelcase Bookcase Set Modern Chrome Walnut Wood
By Steelcase
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1970s Steelcase Bookcase Set Modern Chrome Walnut Wood
Listing is for two cases
36 w x 15 d x 42 h
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Vintage 1920s Steel Medical Cabinet
By Steelcase
Located in Lake Worth, FL
1920s steel medical glass cabinet. This industrial style cabinet includes 2 adjustable glass
Category
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Aluminum Steelcase Stacking Chairs Model #1278 1 White 3 Black Set of 4
By Steelcase
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous vintage steelcase stacking chairs model #1278 1 white & 1 black set of 4. Great Mid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 31 in W 19 in D 20.5 in
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Railroad Signal Pendent
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
These circular pendants feature 75 year old railroad signal lenses. The prismatic glass is quite thick and has a 9 inch diameter. Top to bottom it measures 9 inches. The glass is sig...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Steel
Encino Coffee Table
By Aeterna Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid oak rectangular coffee table with cross base
Measures: 3" Thick oak tabletop
2" base.
Category
2010s Mexican American Craftsman Center Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Oak
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö.
This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Textile
Gino Sarfatti Model No. 2065 Ceiling Light for Astep
By Astep, Flos, Gino Sarfatti
Located in Glendale, CA
Gino Sarfatti model no. 2065 ceiling lamp for Astep.
Designed in 1950, this is an authorized re-edition by Alessandro Sarfatti, grandson of Gino Sarfatti, who applies his grandfathe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Materials
Aluminum
Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette Fabric Department Pendant, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
A simple but sensational fixture, designed by Josef Hoffmann, for the fabric department of the Wiener Werkstaette on Kaerntnerstrasse in Vienna. Style and color of the fabric custom-...
Category
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Silk
H 39.38 in Dm 37.41 in
Sasco Semi-Flush Mount Brass Light Fixture, Custom Finishes
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
The Sasco is a versatile custom-made solid brass and glass globe light fixture, which can be mounted on the ceiling or wall.
Shown here in our factory brass, an uneven unfinished br...
Category
2010s American Flush Mount
Materials
Brass
Panoplie Petite Iron Tripod Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Petite iron tripod lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new oyster linen shade. Multiple available, sold individually. Takes one E12 base bulb, up to 25 W or highe...
Category
2010s Table Lamps
Materials
Iron
Pullman Ball Sconces
By EB Studios
Located in Peekskill, NY
This small, simple and elegant geometric style sconce is a nod to turn of the century modernist Joseph Hoffman at his best. It has the look of a train car sconce. It’s delicately com...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Machine Age Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada.
Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant's Foot– for the prominent shape at its ba...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Textile, Wood
Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Bronze Bench, France 1950's
By Alberto Giacometti
Located in New York, NY
Elegant bench in patinated wrought iron and bronze. The sabots are reminiscent of Giacometti's work for Jean-Michel Frank. 3 benches are available; the price is for one.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Benches
Materials
Bronze, Wrought Iron
Organic Modern Floor Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada.
Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant‘s Foot– for the prominent shape at its base. Se...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Materials
Textile, Wood
Mid-Century Modern Medical Display Cabinet in Steel - Italiy 1945-50
Located in Girona, ES
Medical display cabinet in steel painted with metallic green “hammered” paint. Base and door in polished aluminium. Original glass shelves. Lock and its two keys in perfect condition...
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Three-Piece Prismatic Pendent
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
The explosion proof globes have always been a favorite of mine and I offer a number of different examples. But I have never seen an explosion proof fixture with a prismatic homophone...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Closed Dome Prismatic Pendent
By Early Electrics Design Studio
Located in Peekskill, NY
As with all Prismatic glass the reflections and quality of light that it projects make them a favorite. This is a 9 inch diameter dome prismatic. What make this one unique is the bra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Glass
Delicate French Art Glass and Bronze Sconces
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is a beautiful and impressive sconce. The art glass shade is well over 13 inches wide. They were manufactured in Paris by ARTA. We have a small matching collection of them.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Art Glass
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape.
The metal arms paint...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
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Classic Four-Drawer Steelcase File Cabinet
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Deco file cabinet by Steelcase. This is a Classic four-drawer model. Features original deco handles
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Cabinets
1960s Steelcase Side Cabinet Refinished in Metallic Gray
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Good looking and versatile 1960s Steelcase cabinet refinished in Metallic Grey (GR02) powder coat
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Classic Steelcase Tanker Desk
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage steel tanker desk by Steelcase, USA. Heavy gauge steel, that's been stripped, hand polished
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Desks
Materials
Steel
Polished Steel Credenza by Steelcase
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Midcentury steel credenza by Steelcase. This cabinet features obscured glass sliding doors and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Credenzas
Materials
Steel
Classic Steelcase, Single Bank Desk
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Vintage steel tanker desk by Steelcase, USA. Heavy gauge steel, thats been stripped, hand polished
Category
20th Century American Industrial Desks
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Steelcase File Cabinet, Refinished in Pearl and Army Green
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase, Allsteel
Located in Alhambra, CA
1970s tanker style steel file cabinet by Steelcase. Refinished in two-tone Army Green frame
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Classic Two-Drawer File Cabinet by Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Built to last, these Classic steel cabinets are expertly restored and feature deco style drawer
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Midcentury Steel File Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase, Allsteel
Located in Alhambra, CA
. Vertical 5-drawer configuration. The pictured model is by Steelcase. Please note, our file cabinets are
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
1960s 4-Drawer Vertical Filing Cabinet, Custom Refinished to Order
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase, Allsteel
Located in Alhambra, CA
Classic 1960s tanker style filing cabinet in a 4-drawer vertical configuration. Refinished in a
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Midcentury Steel Tanker Bookcase Refinished in Florence Green
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
unit is an excellent storage option– its sleek and compact, yet holds many books. Cool bookcase
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Classic Tall Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished in Lime Green, Custom Order
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
adjustable shelves is perfect for storage and display.
This piece is custom refinished to order. Please
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Tall Tanker Bookcase, Custom Refinished in Safety Orange
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
with six adjustable shelves, is perfect for storage and display. In excellent refinished condition with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Classic Tall Steel Tanker Bookcase Custom Refinished in Midnight Blue
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
unit with six adjustable shelves is perfect for storage and display.
In excellent refinished condition
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
1960s Steel Bookcase in Yellow, Custom Refinished to Order
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
). Originally used in the UCLA math department, this adjustable three-shelf unit is an excellent storage option
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
1960s Steel Tanker Style Bookcase in Blue ‘BL05’, Custom Refinished
By Mcdowell-Craig, Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
adjustable 3-shelf unit is an excellent storage option– its sleek and compact, yet holds many books. It's
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Vintage Steelcase Tanker Desk with Brushed Steel Surface
By Steelcase
Located in Essex, MA
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Steelcase brand tanker double pedestal desk, originally painted, and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Walnut Filing Cabinet Unit / Chest of Drawers by Steelcase
By Steelcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Walnut filing cabinet / credenza manufactured by Steelcase (ca. 1950s, USA). Known for the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
H 29.25 in W 70.75 in L 29.25 in
Mid Century Modern Brushed Metal Tanker Desk By Steelcase w/ Chair
By Steelcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial metal double pedestal desks by Steelcase with great mid-century modern Good Form chair
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Metal
Steelcase Polished Nickel-Plated Steel Desk or Table with Glass Top, 1970s
By Steelcase, Milo Baughman, Leon Rosen
Located in San Francisco, CA
table with original thick glass top, attributed to Steelcase.
Impressively crafted base with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Stainless Steel, Nickel
H 28.25 in W 59.5 in D 29.75 in
Steelcase Walnut Credenza with Marble top
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Steelcase copy of a Florence Knoll credenza with four doors revealing an adjustable shelf in each
Category
Vintage 1960s American Credenzas
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Custom Made Desk for Thoroughbred Horse Racing Jockey Willie Shoemaker
By Steelcase, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
Custom-made desk for thoroughbred horse racing Jockey Willie shoemaker. Desk has been made with stainless steel and lacquered wood.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Stainless Steel
Vintage Aluminum Steelcase Stacking Chairs Model 1278 Yellow Gold Plastic Set 10
By Steelcase
Located in Topeka, KS
storage closet.
Steelcase was founded as the Metal Office Furniture Company in 1912 by Peter M. Wege
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Aluminum
H 31 in W 19 in D 20.5 in
Early Set of American Iron Industrial Safe Deposit Boxes
By Terrell's Equipment Co.
Located in Santa Monica, CA
storage piece. Could work hanging on a wall or on a table or shelf.
Terrel's Equipment company was
Category
American Cabinets
Materials
Sheet Metal
Vintage Midcentury Stow Davis Walnut Credenza
By Stow Davis
Located in Pasadena, TX
pull down cabinet reveals a bar or additional storage compartment.
Tapered wood legs and chrome
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Walnut
Brayton Executive Partners Desk
By Brayton International
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Mid-Century Modern executive patrners desk made by Brayton, a division of Steelcase. Ebonized
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Tanker Desk, French, circa 1940
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Authentic Mid-Century Modern tanker desk, French, circa 1940 in original green Steelcase. Maker's
Category
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Steel
Oak and Steel Desk by Domore for Ashland Oil
By Davis Allen
Located in South Charleston, WV
of Stow Davis and Steelcase. Davis Allen likely designer. Matching credenza is available.
Measures
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Oak
Steelcase File Cabinet
By Steelcase
Located in San Francisco, CA
Polished Steel two drawer file cabinet by Steelcase. Does not have lock and key.
Category
20th Century American Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage Steelcase Industrial Metal File Cabinet, circa 1950s
By Steelcase
Located in South Bend, IN
A nice industrial metal file cabinet
Procured from the University of Notre Dame
By Steelcase
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Steelcase Bookcase in Walnut
By Steelcase
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration a vintage bookcase by Steelcase. Two adjustable shelves.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Industrial Midcentury Brushed Steel Barrister Cases by Steelcase
By Steelcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of industrial, midcentury, barrister bookcase cabinets by Steelcase feature 4 stackable
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Streamlined Industrial Steel Bookcase Display Case
By Steelcase
Located in Lafayette, IN
We hand-stripped the outside of this 1950s steelcase bookshelf to showcase the raw steel, spot
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
H 52.5 in W 37.5 in D 15 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller Steelcase Dresser
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
George Nelson for Herman Miller Steelcase dresser. Fun colors with white frame.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Chrome Executive Desk by Steelcase
Located in Lafayette, IN
This desk is fresh from refurbishment and is in excellent overall condition. Walnut, chrome and cane combine with the gorgeous architectural lines to make this desk a real stand-out!...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Chrome
H 29 in W 60 in D 31.5 in
Custom Vintage Mid-Century Modern Live-Edge Walnut Slab Top Credenza TV Stand
Located in Lafayette, IN
Live-edge walnut slab credenza
This custom piece began life as a lack-luster 1970s steelcase
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
H 36.5 in W 60 in D 15 in
Custom Oak Desk with Double Pedestal Feature for Ashland Oil
By Davis Allen
Located in South Charleston, WV
Steelcase
Davis Allen likely designer. Chair in photograph for display purposes only.
78.25" wide
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Oak
Rare Deco Steelcase Combination File Cabinet
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Built to last, this deco cabinet features 2 letter size file drawers and 2 double index drawers
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Vintage Steelcase File Cabinets, Refinished or Sold Separately
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Vintage 1970s Steelcase file cabinets refinished in a satin blue powder coat. Getting organized
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Vintage, Two Drawer Legal File Cabinet by Steelcase
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Built to last, these vintage cabinets made of heavy gauge steel which is stripped, hand polished
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Cabinets
Long Mid-Century Steelcase Credenza
By Steelcase
Located in Pasadena, CA
Mid-Century metal credenza. Good condition for age of the piece. Some dents and marks typical to such Industrial pieces.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Credenzas
Materials
Steel
Refurbished Steelcase Tanker Desk, circa 1965
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Classic steelcase brand double pedestal desk newly refinished in gloss white powder coat with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Industrial Steelcase Tanker Desk
By Steelcase
Located in Pasadena, CA
Vintage 1950s metal tanker desk. Wear consistent with age.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Desks
Materials
Metal
Electric Blue Steelcase Display/ Bookcase, circa 1965
By Steelcase
Located in Alhambra, CA
Beautiful vintage steelcase bookcase refinished in electric blue powder coat with glass doors and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Steelcase Combination File Cabinet
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Very hard to find Steelcase "combination" file cabinet, meaning it combines two card index drawers
Category
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1940s Steelcase File Cabinet with Deco Hardware
By Shaw Walker
Located in Alhambra, CA
1940s Steelcase steel file cabinet with original green paint. The hardware is special on this one
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Steel
Classic 3 Drawer File Cabinet by Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Built to last, these classic steel cabinets are expertly restored and feature deco style drawer
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Materials
Steel
5 Drawer Double Index File Cabinet by Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Description: Built to last, these classic steel cabinets are expertly restored and feature deco
Category
20th Century American Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Aluminum
Steelcase Rolltop Desk
Located in Treasure Island, CA
This model went out of production at the onset of WWII and was never made again. These polished steel beauties rarley turn up. This is a complete original desk, has all components (m...
Category
Vintage 1930s American Desks
Materials
Steel, Brass
Custom Single Drawer File by Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Custom single drawer steel file cabinet by Steelcase. Top rate quality and construction.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Early Steelcase Petite Desk
Located in Treasure Island, CA
I've never seen this one before! Early (for steel office furniture) desk by Steelcase features nice
Category
Early 20th Century American Desks
Materials
Steel, Brass
Pair of Petit Polished Steel Bookcases
By Steelcase
Located in Oakland, CA
Handsome pair of bookcases or display shelves by Steelcase. Top shelf is metal and is fixed. Glass
Category
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Bookcases
Steelcase Roll-Top Desk
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Expertly restored steel roll-top with brass hardware. New bookbinder's leather top. The actual roll-top section of this one is taller then the previous model (now sold) we had posted...
Category
Vintage 1930s American Desks
Materials
Steel, Brass
Petit Single Tanker Steelcase Desk
Located in Treasure Island, CA
Another classic steelcase desk. Single tanker style. This is the petit one. Deco Styling
Category
Vintage 1950s American Desks
Materials
Steel
Classic Steel Tanker Bookcase, Refinished
By Steelcase, Mcdowell-Craig
Located in Alhambra, CA
adjustable shelves, is perfect for storage and display.
In excellent refinished condition with gentle wear
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
1930's Modular File Cabinet
Located in Treasure Island, CA
A rare configuration of a Steelcase mix-and-match drawer unit. Key included.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Brass
Early 1960s Allsteel Bumper Top Credenza, Refinished
By Steelcase, Cole Steel, Allsteel
Located in Alhambra, CA
Early 1960s bumper top credenza by Allsteel. We finished this uncommon piece in a "Metallic Gray" (GR02) powder coat and replaced the original sliding steel doors with glass for an u...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Steel
Steelcase Credenza Desk/Sofa Table, 8-ft long
By Steelcase
Located in Madison, WI
Rare 8-foot long, vintage Steelcase desk with cabinet and leg support. Underside track allows both
Category
20th Century American Industrial More Furniture and Collectibles
Materials
Steel
French Industrial Steel Cabinet by Strafor-Forges de Strasbourg, circa 1920
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
French Industrial steel cabinet by Strafor-Forges de Strasbourg, circa 1920
Magnificent French
Category
Vintage 1920s French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Steel
French Industrial Steel Cabinet by Strafor-Forges de Strasbourg, circa 1920
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
French Industrial steel cabinet by Strafor-Forges de Strasbourg, circa 1920
Magnificent French
Category
Vintage 1920s French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Steel
1960s Tanker Console Knee Space Credenza
By Steelcase, Allsteel
Located in Alhambra, CA
. This Classic mad men era piece offers ample storage, including two multi-shelf cabinets. We restored
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Steel
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Used Steelcase Storage Cabinets For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of used steelcase storage cabinets is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, steel and wood, all used steelcase storage cabinets available were constructed with great care. Used steelcase storage cabinets have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Used steelcase storage cabinets are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern and Industrial styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Steelcase, Charles and Ray Eames and Herman Miller each produced beautiful used steelcase storage cabinets that are worth considering.
How Much are Used Steelcase Storage Cabinets?
Prices for used steelcase storage cabinets start at $595 and top out at $5,600 with the average selling for $1,750.
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.
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