1920s Display Cabinet
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass, Steel
Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Vitrines
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1920s British Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vitrines
Wood
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Macassar
Vintage 1920s German Industrial Secretaires
Glass, Oak, Pine, Plywood
Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Glass, Oak, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Mahogany, Lacquer
Vintage 1920s Hungarian Rustic Dressers
Pine
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Vitrines
Burl, Walnut
Vintage 1920s British Edwardian Cabinets
Blown Glass
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Oak
20th Century American Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Cabinets
Marble
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Macassar, Oak
Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1950s American Shelves
Rattan
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Fabric, Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Country Cupboards
Glass, Pine
Early 20th Century English Louis XV Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vitrines
Pine, Glass
Vintage 1930s Bookcases
Satinwood
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Vitrines
Crystal
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Vitrines
Mahogany, Pine
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany, Rosewood
Vintage 1910s German Art Nouveau Vitrines
Burl, Walnut, Wood, Glass
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Deco Vitrines
Fabric, Glass, Oak
Vintage 1920s Argentine Vitrines
Iron
Vintage 1920s Argentine Vitrines
Iron
Early 20th Century Industrial Cabinets
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1920s European Industrial Shelves
Iron
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Shelves
Pine
Vintage 1920s Danish Vitrines
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s Renaissance Buffets
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1920s Argentine Vitrines
Chrome, Iron
Vintage 1920s American Mission Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1920s French Shelves
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines
Breccia Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Shelves
Beech
Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Dressers
Oak
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Early 20th Century American Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Sideboards
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1920s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1920s Hungarian Art Deco Vitrines
Wood
Vintage 1920s French Country Shelves
Brass
Early 20th Century Indian British Colonial Cabinets
Glass, Rosewood
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Nouveau Vitrines
Walnut
Vintage 1920s Dutch Gothic Revival Dry Bars
Iron
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Laminate, Wood, Pine, Lacquer
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Laminate, Wood, Pine, Lacquer
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1920s English Jacobean Dressers
Oak
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Dry Bars
Bronze
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
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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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023The purpose of a display cabinet is to protect items while keeping them visible. Glass panels allow you to see what's inside, but the enclosed design keeps out dust and debris. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of display cabinets.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Another common name for a display cabinet is a display case. People may also call them show cabinets, show cases or vitrines. By any name, this type of case good allows people to view and display decorative objects, collectibles, trophies and other objects while it protects the contents with glass doors. On 1stDibs, find a variety of display cabinets.
- What era is 1920s jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023In the 1920s, fashionable colors included jewel tones. Fashion, jewelry, furniture and decorative objects often featured jade green, deep reds, amethyst purple, dusty mustard yellow and peacock blue. Find a range of 1920s-era jewelry and fashion on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The clothing style in the 1920s that most people think of first is the flapper style. Women who dressed in this style sported loose-fitting, short dresses, often outfitted with drop waists and fringe. Small cloche hats and headbands were signature accessories of the flapper look. During the decade, pleated tennis skirts and cardigan sweater sets left the courts and became staples of some women's everyday styles. For men, soft collars replaced stiff, starched ones, and simple single and double-button suit jackets worn without waistcoats became trendy. Trousers also took on a new shape with wider-cut legs, and Oxford bags gained popularity. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of 1920s apparel and accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1920s, engagement rings still looked like rings but were representative of a diverse range of styles and influences. Art Deco diamond ring designs took inspiration from the contemporary Cubist movement as well as from ancient Egypt – a revival sparked by the opening of King Tut’s tomb in 1922. Native American, African and Asian motifs also inspired jewelry pieces. Diamonds in square and rectangular shapes incorporating angular steps – like emerald cuts, Asscher cuts and baguettes – were set against black onyx, rubies, sapphires and emeralds to create color-blocking effects. Platinum, 18-karat gold, 14-karat white gold and sterling silver were some of the favored metals of the decade. Find a wide range of Art Deco engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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