Cabinets
1930s French Louis XV Vintage Cabinets
Bronze, Ormolu
Late 19th Century German Jugendstil Antique Cabinets
Marble, Brass
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Bronze
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1960s Swedish Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Marble, Brass
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1960s Swedish Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Wood, Oak
Early 20th Century American Jacobean Cabinets
Brass
1920s Dutch Arts and Crafts Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Cabinets
Formica, Wood
Early 18th Century Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1970s Danish Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
Early 20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Cabinets
Wood
1950s American Industrial Vintage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
1870s French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Oak
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
Late 19th Century American Empire Antique Cabinets
Mahogany, Glass, Mirror
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Cabinets
Laminate
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Plastic, Wood
1980s American Vintage Cabinets
Wicker
1870s Belgian Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Oak
1840s Antique Cabinets
Wood
1870s Belgian Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Oak
1980s American Vintage Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Metal, Brass
1950s French Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
1960s French French Provincial Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood
1980s American Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1980s American Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1980s Chinese Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1980s Hong Kong Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Late 19th Century French Black Forest Antique Cabinets
Oak
2010s Indian Art Deco Cabinets
Multi-gemstone, Metal
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Cabinets
Pine
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Pine
1960s Italian Industrial Vintage Cabinets
Plastic
Late 19th Century French Country Antique Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Oak, Plywood
Early 20th Century Danish Baroque Cabinets
Nutwood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Eggshell, Hardwood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Laminate, Walnut
1970s Hungarian Industrial Vintage Cabinets
Iron
Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Stainless Steel
Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Other
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Formica, Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cabinets
Metal
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.