Biedermeier Style Dresser
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Biedermeier Commodes and Chests...
Wood
20th Century European Biedermeier Dressers
Walnut
20th Century Unknown Biedermeier Dressers
Wood
Antique 1830s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Cherry
Antique 1890s Austrian Biedermeier Buffets
Cherry
Vintage 1980s American Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
20th Century German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique Early 19th Century Baltic Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Neoclassical Beds and Bed Frames
Bronze, Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Silver Leaf
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Brass
21st Century and Contemporary German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Plywood
2010s American Modern Night Stands
Maple, Oak, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Empire Dining Room Tables
Wood
2010s French Modern Chairs
Oak
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Silk
2010s Table Lamps
Iron
2010s South African Minimalist Night Stands
Burl, Poplar
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
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Metal, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Console Tables
Concrete
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Linen
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs
Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
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Antique 1840s Danish Baltic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1970s Dressers
Burl
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Dressers
Birch
Late 20th Century Biedermeier Dressers
Satinwood
Antique 19th Century English Biedermeier Dressers
Metal
Antique 19th Century Biedermeier Dressers
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Scandinavian Biedermeier Dressers
Walnut
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Late 20th Century Biedermeier Bedroom Sets
Wood, Satinwood
Vintage 1950s American Credenzas
Late 20th Century Biedermeier Beds and Bed Frames
Satinwood
Late 20th Century American Biedermeier Bedroom Sets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Silver Leaf
Antique 1830s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Biedermeier Night Stands
Satinwood
Vintage 1960s Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
20th Century German Side Tables
Marble
20th Century German Side Tables
Marble
Antique 1880s Danish Biedermeier Dressers
Mahogany
Antique 1880s Danish Biedermeier Dressers
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Austrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 19th Century German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
Antique 1830s Czech Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022Biedermeier-style furniture is a type of furniture that emerged from Germany during the 19th century. The pieces were the antithesis of the opulent French designs of the time, displaying clean, simple lines and forms that emphasized functionality. Furniture in this style became popular again in the 1970s. Shop a selection of Biedermeier-style furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Campaign-style dressers are pieces of storage furniture that collapse, break apart or fold up, so that you can easily travel with them. The furnishings originated during the Georgian and Victorian periods in England. Officers in the British military were among the first to use them. On 1stDibs, find a range of campaign style dressers.
- What style is a highboy dresser?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A highboy dresser is a tall chest of drawers made of wood. The style of the highboy dresser evolved over the years, but the most common style is the William and Mary style. They were known for a simple, yet elegant look. The style that came after, the Queen Mary style, tends to feature more decorative design. Browse 1stDibs to find an array of highboy dressers from top sellers.
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