Cabinets
1960s Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
1990s English Georgian Cabinets
Mahogany, Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian Cabinets
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Cabinets
Metal
Late 19th Century European Antique Cabinets
Metal, Brass
1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1920s Dutch Chippendale Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Jacobean Cabinets
Walnut
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Wood, Cedar
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut, Upholstery
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Glass, Oak
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Cabinets
Bronze, Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Quartz, Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Cabinets
Oak, Plywood
1770s English George III Antique Cabinets
Brass
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Marble
Late 18th Century Danish Country Antique Cabinets
Brass
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Cabinets
Steel
20th Century Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Wood
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Birch
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Metal, Wire
Late 20th Century Napoleon III Cabinets
Marble, Brass
1980s American Georgian Vintage Cabinets
Brass
18th Century Antique Cabinets
Wood
1940s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Leather, Walnut
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Birch, Paint
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Late 19th Century English Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Maple
Late 19th Century Belgian Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Oak
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Late 19th Century Belgian Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1990s European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Burl
20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Oak
2010s Mexican Cabinets
Oak, Rosewood
20th Century American Country Cabinets
Oak
Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Antique Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Cabinets
Wood, Plywood
1870s American Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Wood, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Cabinets
Wood, Plywood
Vintage and Antique Cabinets for Sale on 1stDibs
Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.
The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.
Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.
The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.
A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.
One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.
Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.
Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.