Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
2010s German Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Lacquer, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Resin
Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Brass
1970s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
1890s French Directoire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
17th Century Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Mid-19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Birch
Mid-20th Century Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1970s Italian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Plywood
Mid-20th Century Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1950s Italian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1950s Dutch Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rosewood
Early 19th Century Irish Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Pine
1980s Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Late 18th Century French Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1890s French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Nutwood
20th Century American Chippendale Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1970s Italian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chestnut, Mirror
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Laminate, Wood
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1970s Italian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Bronze
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Brass
2010s Chinese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Fiberglass
1820s European Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
1950s French Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mirror, Maple, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Ash, Elm, Maple
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
Early 20th Century Dutch Rococo Revival Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
2010s German Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Macassar, Lacquer, Mahogany
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Mahogany, Maple
Early 20th Century British Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood
20th Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Rosewood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Zinc
1810s French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Fruitwood
Mid-19th Century American Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Swedish Other Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1940s Dutch De Stijl Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Plywood
1960s French Other Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Antique and Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for Sale: Find Credenzas, Sideboards, Bookcases and Other Furnishings on 1stDibs
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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