Early American Dresser
Early 20th Century North American Dressers
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century North American Victorian Dressers
Marble
Early 20th Century North American Bohemian Dressers
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Federal Dressers
Mirror, Cherry
Antique Early 19th Century Empire Dressers
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century American Chippendale Dressers
Maple
Early 20th Century American Empire Dressers
Wood
Early 20th Century North American Louis XV Dressers
Mahogany, Satinwood
Antique Late 18th Century British George III Dressers
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Dressers
Mahogany
Early 20th Century North American American Classical Dressers
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Dressers
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century North American Campaign Dressers
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Maple, Wood
Early 20th Century Art Deco Dressers
Walnut
Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Dressers
Oak
Vintage 1940s Oceanic Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Rattan, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American Dressers
Rattan
Vintage 1930s Dressers
Rattan
2010s American Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Dressers
Rattan, Formica
2010s American Modern Dressers
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Dressers
Wood
2010s American Modern Dressers
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Dressers
Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Rattan
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Dressers
Crystal, Aluminum, Iron
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Dressers
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Dressers
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Early 20th Century North American American Craftsman Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century American Rustic Cabinets
Birch, Pine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Aluminum
Antique Early 1900s American Mission Vanities
Metal
Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s American Classical Tables
Oak
Antique 19th Century North American Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Early 20th Century American American Empire Night Stands
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Fireplace Tools an...
Brass, Iron
Early 20th Century American Anglo-Indian Decorative Boxes
Spelter
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Commodes and Chests ...
Glass, Cherry, Mahogany, Burl
20th Century English Country Cupboards
Brass
Antique 19th Century American American Classical Commodes and Chests of ...
Cherry, Poplar, Pine
Vintage 1950s American Bedroom Sets
Rattan, Formica
Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Jewelry Boxes
Stone
Vintage 1970s Living Room Sets
Wicker, Wood
Early 20th Century American Federal Bedroom Sets
Brass
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of D...
Birdseye Maple
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024How much an American of Martinsville dresser weighs can vary greatly. The dimensions and materials of the piece will determine its weight. Generally, highboy dressers will be the heaviest pieces produced by the American furniture maker due to their size. Shop a diverse assortment of American of Martinsville dressers on 1stDibs.
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