Cabinets
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Aesthetic Movement Cabinets
Bamboo
Early 2000s American Modern Cabinets
Wood
1770s German Baroque Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Chrome
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Teak
Late 19th Century Eastlake Antique Cabinets
Marble
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Beech, Satinwood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany, Wood
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
2010s American Cabinets
Steel
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Mirror, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Napoleon III Cabinets
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Early 1800s French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Carrara Marble, Brass
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Aluminum
17th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Pine, Paint
1980s French Baroque Vintage Cabinets
Wrought Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Plastic
17th Century Antique Cabinets
Ebony, Mahogany, Pearwood, Rosewood
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Cabinets
Wood, Mirror, Glass
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1950s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1960s Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
1920s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century Cabinets
Rattan, Glass, Wood
1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bakelite
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1870s French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Breccia Marble, Bronze
1930s British Victorian Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Iron
Early 20th Century American Rustic Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Victorian Cabinets
Mirror, Wood
1950s Spanish Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Wood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mirror, Macassar
21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Cabinets
Metal
Late 20th Century Unknown Rustic Cabinets
Fruitwood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Marble, Brass
Late 20th Century Danish Country Cabinets
Pine, Paint
1920s Vintage Cabinets
Satinwood
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Oak
20th Century French Cabinets
Metal
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Metal
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Cabinets
Brass
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
20th Century North American Mission Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century Belgian Brutalist Cabinets
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Early 19th Century English George IV Antique Cabinets
Pine
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
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.