1850s Kitchen Cabinets
Antique 1850s Romanian Rustic Cabinets
Beech
Antique 1850s Romanian Primitive Cabinets
Beech
Antique 1850s Romanian Folk Art Cabinets
Beech
Antique 1850s Romanian Folk Art Cabinets
Beech
Antique Mid-19th Century French Cabinets
Wood
Antique 1850s French Rustic Cabinets
Wood
Antique 1850s Italian Empire Cabinets
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century American Primitive Corner Cupboards
Cherry
Antique Mid-19th Century American Primitive Corner Cupboards
Pine
Antique 1850s Danish Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 1850s Danish Other Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 1850s Danish Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 1850s Czech Biedermeier Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer, Maple
Antique 1850s Czech Biedermeier Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Cherry
Antique 1850s Danish Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Rococo Revival Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century Spanish Cupboards
Iron
Antique 1850s Italian Louis Philippe Cupboards
Mirror, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Cupboards
Antique 1850s Romanian Rustic Cabinets
Beech
Antique 1850s Romanian Rustic Cabinets
Beech
Antique Mid-19th Century Belgian Gothic Cabinets
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Cabinets
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Biedermeier Cabinets
Oak
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Cabinets
Hardwood
Antique 1850s Romanian Rustic Cabinets
Beech
Antique 1850s American Classical Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 1850s Romanian Folk Art Cabinets
Beech
Antique 1850s French Early Victorian Cupboards
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Empire Cabinets
Oak, Burl
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique 1850s Danish Other Cupboards
Mahogany, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 1850s Danish Other Cabinets
Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1850s Italian Neoclassical Revival Cupboards
Elm, Fir
Antique 19th Century Belgian French Provincial Cabinets
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Corner Cupboards
Glass, Wood
Antique 1850s French Neoclassical Corner Cupboards
Oak
Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Cabinets
Kingwood
Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Cabinets
Ebony, Rosewood
Antique 19th Century Dutch Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique 1850s English Early Victorian Corner Cupboards
Mahogany
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Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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 22, 2021Considering the fact that oak kitchen cabinets were most popular during the 1980s and 90s, they may feel slightly outdated today. However, depending on how the rest of the kitchen is designed, oak cabinets can certainly appear more contemporary.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Corner kitchen cabinets tend to be bigger than regular cabinets. Using corner cabinets to store larger items, such as blenders, rice cookers and slow-cookers, is an efficient way to put these furnishings to work.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Modular kitchen cabinets can be made out of any material, but wood, steel and fiberboard are the most common materials.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021While a lot has to do with personal preference and price point, the best wood for cabinets include Red Oak, White Oak, Maple Wood, Hickory Wood, Cherry Wood and Birch Wood. All of these are fairly strong and durable.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Traditional knobs and metal bars are the most popular kitchen cabinet pulls. They’re timeless and easily customizable.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can do a number of things with metal kitchen cabinets. They can provide storage space not only in a kitchen, but also in other rooms of the home. To enhance their appearance, consider refinishing them or installing new hardware. Find a variety of metal kitchen cabinets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes lacquer is good for kitchen cabinets since it is hard and durable. Lacquer finishes tend to be quite smooth and seamless.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, painting kitchen cabinets is a great idea. Painting kitchen cabinets is quite economical and can give your kitchen a stylish, updated look.
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