1950s Etagere
Mid-20th Century Italian Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware
Crystal
Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Bookcases
Marble, Iron
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Pedestals and Columns
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Iron
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Metal
Vintage 1950s Cupboards
Wicker, Reed
Vintage 1950s Italian Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Neoclassical Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Bookcases
20th Century American Modern Patio and Garden Furniture
Wrought Iron
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Shelves
Iron
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Glass, Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
Vintage 1950s American Shelves
Rattan
20th Century Italian Shelves
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s American Shelves
Iron
Vintage 1950s French Bookcases
Wood
20th Century Italian Bookcases
Iron
Vintage 1950s American Bohemian Cupboards
Bamboo, Cane, Reed, Bentwood
Vintage 1930s American Cabinets
Rattan
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century Chinese Archaistic Urns
Bronze
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Shelves
Steel
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
Vintage 1970s European Buffets
Palisander
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Brass, Chrome
Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Chrome
20th Century French Bookcases
Vintage 1950s French End Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s French Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Side Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Side Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Side Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wicker
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s French Shelves
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Vintage 1950s American Bookcases
Walnut
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
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