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1970s Cabinet or Bookcase with Glass Doors
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A two-piece cream lacquer finished cabinet or bookcase with adjustable shelves, smoked glass doors
Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass

1970s Cabinet with Mirror by UP Zavody, Czechoslovakia
By Up Závody
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian , Nightstand, in Waslnut, Renaissance wax Polished
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century Modern Italian 1970s cabinet, nightstand, Renaissance style finished to wax Measures
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

American Walnut Mid-Century Modern Double Doors 9 Drawers Dresser Credenza MINT!
By Drexel, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American Walnut Mid-Century Modern double doors 9 drawers dresser credenza MINT! C. 1970s cabinet
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century French Macassar Ebony Cabinet
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
Mid-Century French Macassar Ebony Cabinet   This classic stylish 1970s cabinet is veneered in
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Mid Century French Macassar Ebony Cabinet
Mid Century French Macassar Ebony Cabinet
H 21.26 in W 22.84 in D 14.18 in
20th Century Gold Metal Italian Vintage Bookshelf, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian bookshelf from the 1970s. Cabinet in gilded and chiseled faux bamboo / woven wood with matt
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Industrial Cabinet, 1970's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Industrial cabinet from the 1970s, made of iron. With four drawers and a shelf on the inside. A
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Vintage 1970s Hungarian Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Industrial Cabinet, 1970's
Industrial Cabinet, 1970's
H 43.71 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
Polished Medical Cabinet, 1970's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Made of steel and glass that is clamped in the steel by a rubber strip. The cabinet is from the
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Vintage 1970s Hungarian Industrial Vitrines

Materials

Iron

Polished Medical Cabinet, 1970's
Polished Medical Cabinet, 1970's
H 70.87 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in
Vintage Medical Cabinet, 1970's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
1970s and was produced in Hungary. Well-functioning locks with keys. The cabinet comes with 4 glass
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Vintage 1970s Hungarian Industrial Vitrines

Materials

Iron

Vintage Medical Cabinet, 1970's
Vintage Medical Cabinet, 1970's
H 70.87 in W 20.48 in D 18.51 in
Restored Medical Cabinet, 1970’s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This medical cabinet was designed in the 1970s and was produced circa 1975 in hungary. It is made
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Vintage 1970s Hungarian Industrial Vitrines

Materials

Iron

Restored Medical Cabinet, 1970’s
Restored Medical Cabinet, 1970’s
H 70.87 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in
Polished Metal Medical Cabinet, 1970's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Made of steel and glass that is clamped in the steel by a rubber strip. The cabinet is from the
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Vintage 1970s Hungarian Industrial Vitrines

Materials

Iron

Polished Metal Medical Cabinet, 1970's
Polished Metal Medical Cabinet, 1970's
H 70.87 in W 25.6 in D 16.54 in
MCM Teak Dresser Highboy by Sun Cabinet Co
By Sun Cabinet
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Chest by Sun Cabinet Co Drawers are clean, work smoothly and are self-closing. Has 2 felt lined tarnish
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Teak

Vintage 1970's Lacquered Bamboo Cane Sideboard Cabinet
Located in Las Vegas, NV
A exceptional multipurpose cabinet, circa 1970s. Top has 4 large woven cane "caged" doors opening
Category

Mid-20th Century Southeast Asian British Colonial Sideboards

Materials

Bamboo, Mahogany

Italian 1970's Walnut Credenza / Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite Italian 1970's walnut and satinwood credenza featuring stunning design variations in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Satinwood, Walnut

Brutalist bar cabinet, Belgium 1970's
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Brutalist bar cabinet, Belgium 1970's! Brutalist bar cabinet with two doors, several shelves, 3
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Late 20th Century Belgian Brutalist Dry Bars

Materials

Wood, Oak

Brutalist bar cabinet, Belgium 1970's
Brutalist bar cabinet, Belgium 1970's
H 53.55 in W 51.58 in D 18.51 in
Decorative Solid Pine cabinets by Luxus, Sweden 1970’s
By Luxus of Sweden
Located in Valby, 84
Set of six cabinets by Swedish manufacturer Luxus, crafted and designed in the 1970s. Constructed
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Drawer Cabinet, Jitona, 1970's
By Jitona
Located in Praha, CZ
Made in Czechoslovakia. Made of wood. Re-polished Fully functional. Good original condition.
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Drawer Cabinet, Jitona, 1970's
Mid-Century Drawer Cabinet, Jitona, 1970's
H 17.33 in W 33.47 in D 19.69 in
1970's Brass and Mirror Three Door Cabinet by Ello
By Ello Furniture
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A 1970's postmodern bronze and polished metal mirror cabinet by Ello featuring three-panel mirror
Category

Vintage 1970s Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Poul Cadovius for klm rosewood cabinet, 1970’s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Delft, NL
Poul Cadovius for klm rosewood cabinet, 1970’s Dimensions: 178cm H, 84cm W, 24cmD top , 40cm D
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Poul Cadovius for klm rosewood cabinet, 1970’s
Poul Cadovius for klm rosewood cabinet, 1970’s
H 70.08 in W 33.08 in D 15.75 in
1970's Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wall Shelving Unit Cabinet
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-century Modern shelf for sale. It was manufactured in the 1970's by Dunbar, and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Burl

1970's Hollywood Regency China Cabinet in The Manner of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1970's Mid-Century Modern china cabinet for sale. It amazing original condition, and very
Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Ello Cabinet 1970s Mirrored Cabinet
By Ello Furniture
Located in Pasadena, TX
Three-door Ello cabinet, USA, 1970s, mirrored and bevelled layers on each door and top, steel sides
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Late 20th Century North American Modern Dressers

Materials

Mirror

Ello Cabinet 1970s Mirrored Cabinet
Ello Cabinet 1970s Mirrored Cabinet
H 29.75 in W 39.75 in D 20.5 in
Pierre Cardin Black Lacquer and Teak Drawer Cabinet, Postmodern Credenza, 1970's
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Cardin; French Design; Black lacquer; Teak drawer; Cabinet; Credenza; Pierre Cardin
Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak, Lacquer

Cabinet Wood Italy, 1970s
Located in Milano, IT
Cabinet with hinged doors and exposed drawers; lacquered wood and chromed aluminum coating.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Cabinet Wood Italy, 1970s
Cabinet Wood Italy, 1970s
H 31.11 in W 97.45 in D 20.08 in
1970's Large Mid-Century Glass Fronted Bookcase, Cabinet
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1970’s Large mid century glass fronted bookcase – cabinet 1970’s Large mid century glass fronted
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Shelves

Materials

Oak

Small french two-door Cabinet with extractable side leafs in wood, 1970's
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Lovely artisanal two-door sideboard wit diamond feet. Lovely blonde almost yellow wood that has stayed very good over the years. Pretty handy too with those extractable leafs that en...
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Bakelite, Wood

1970's Mid Century Storage Cabinet - Medium Tone Brown by Thomasville
By Thomasville
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Mid Century Storage Cabinet by Thomasville. Beautiful piece! 4 drawer, 1 adjustable shelf
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Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Firstaid Cabinet 1970s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Wall Cabinet 1970s. Beautiful vintage patina.
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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Firstaid Cabinet 1970s
Firstaid Cabinet 1970s
H 17.72 in W 13.78 in D 6.7 in
Danish Quarter-Sawn Oak Display Cabinet by Henning Kjærnulf, c. 1970's
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
At once rustic and Modern, this beautiful tall cabinet by Henning Kjærnulf features a step-back
Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cupboards

Materials

Glass, Oak

Metal Cabinet 1970s
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Vintage cabinet with 3 drawer. Material: Metal, Chrome, Plywood Period: 1970s Detailed condition
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Metal Cabinet 1970s
Metal Cabinet 1970s
H 29.93 in W 17.72 in D 18.51 in
1970s Carved Wood & Brass Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
- 29"h, 44"w, 15"d - Carved dark wood cabinet with brass accent details - Condition: Excellent.
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

1970s Carved Wood & Brass Cabinet
1970s Carved Wood & Brass Cabinet
H 29 in W 44 in D 15 in
Pair of Davis Cabinet Co. Cherry Octogonal Commodes or Side Tables
By Davis Cabinet Company
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Davis Cabinet Co. Cherry Octogonal Commode Side Tables Cabinets. Comes with lose shelves
Category

Mid-20th Century American Adam Style Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cherry

Glass & Iron Medical Cabinet, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This medical cabinet was designed in the 1970s and was produced circa 1975 in hungary. It is made
Category

Vintage 1970s Hungarian Industrial Vitrines

Materials

Iron

Glass & Iron Medical Cabinet, 1970s
Glass & Iron Medical Cabinet, 1970s
H 70.87 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in
Glass & Iron Medical Cabinet, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This medical cabinet was designed in the 1970s and was produced circa 1975 in hungary. It is made
Category

Vintage 1970s Hungarian Industrial Vitrines

Materials

Iron

Glass & Iron Medical Cabinet, 1970s
Glass & Iron Medical Cabinet, 1970s
H 70.87 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in
Pair 1970's Hollywood Regency style Tall Bed Side Cabinets/ Night Stands
By Thomasville
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Pair 1970's Tall Light Toned Wood Bed Side Cabinets/ Bachelors Chests. This pair would work very
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Vintage 1970s North American Hollywood Regency Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Danish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine cabinet or sideboard designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1970s.
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Swedish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine cabinet designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Danish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine cabinet designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1970s.
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Danish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
Danish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
H 34.75 in W 71.25 in D 17.75 in
Swedist Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine cabinet designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s.
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Cabinets

Materials

Pine

1970's Modern Silver Chrome Finish Metal 6 Shelf Etagere Wall Cabinet
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1970's Modern Silver Metal Etagere/ 6 Shelf Wall Storage Unit. This is a very pretty modern piece!
Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

Danish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine cabinet designed and produced in Denmark, 1970s.
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Danish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine cabinet designed and produced in Denmark, 1970s.
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Danish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
Danish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
H 36.55 in W 75.46 in D 20.65 in
Swedish Designer, Cabinet, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pine cabinet designed and produced in Sweden, 1970s.
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Italian Bar Cabinet, 1970s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian bar cabinet, 1970s. Dimensions: H= 122 cm; W= 104 cm; D= 45 cm.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Italian Bar Cabinet, 1970s
Italian Bar Cabinet, 1970s
H 48.04 in W 40.95 in D 17.72 in
1970's Hollywood Regency Etagere / Shelf
By Maison Jansen, Milo Baughman, Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Burbank, CA
Gorgeous vintage Mid century Modern shelving unit for sale. Manufactured in the 1970's, and very
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Metal, Brass

1970’s Italian Bamboo Shelving
By Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini
Located in London, Lambeth
Superb large bamboo shelving with 5 levels bounded by leather.  
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo

1970’s Italian Bamboo Shelving
1970’s Italian Bamboo Shelving
H 80.71 in W 34.65 in D 16.15 in
Pierre Vandel 1970’s Shelving
By Pierre Vandel
Located in London, Lambeth
A Pierre Vandel black lacquered shelving unit, with five glass shelves Cc1970’s French
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Pierre Vandel 1970’s Shelving
Pierre Vandel 1970’s Shelving
H 74.81 in W 35.44 in D 14.57 in
Unusual French C.1970S Side Cabinet
Located in London, GB
An unusual very high quality two tier side cabinet. Detailed inlay design through out. A slight
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Vintage 1970s French Cabinets

Materials

Birch

Unusual French C.1970S Side Cabinet
Unusual French C.1970S Side Cabinet
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H 28.15 in W 34.45 in D 15.16 in
1970s Drexel Walnut Console Cabinet
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
1970s Drexel console table, console cabinet. This cabinet console is in excellent condition. It
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Danish Designer, Small Cabinets, Pine, Denmark, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of small wall-mounted pine cabinets or nightstands designed and produced in Denmark, 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Minimalist Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Brutalist Graphical Cabinet by Aurora - Belgium 1970s
By Aurora
Located in MOOKHOEK, NL
he graphical cabinet from Aurora stands as a testament to the intersection of art and technology
Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Brutalist Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Wenge & Parchment Cabinet, 1970s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Art deco style sideboard built in 1970 in wenghè wood. Curved on the front, doors and top lined in
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Wenge

Wenge & Parchment Cabinet, 1970s
Wenge & Parchment Cabinet, 1970s
H 35.44 in W 45.67 in D 26.78 in
1970s Upcycled Birch Cabinet, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- very good original conditon with minor signs of use - high gloss finish - iron legs added afterwards - two inner drawers and adjustable shelves.
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Iron

1970s Upcycled Birch Cabinet, Czechoslovakia
1970s Upcycled Birch Cabinet, Czechoslovakia
H 42.13 in W 33.47 in D 13.78 in
1970s Birch /Glass Cabinet, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very good original conditon with minor signs of use. - High gloss finish. - Iron legs added afterwards.
Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Birch, Glass

1970s Birch /Glass Cabinet, Czechoslovakia
1970s Birch /Glass Cabinet, Czechoslovakia
H 31.11 in W 33.47 in D 11.82 in
Rosewood & Maple 1970's Sculptural Dresser
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Incredible rosewood, maple and polished steel chest from Canada circa early 1970s. This example has
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Steel

1970s Wall Display Cabinet with Dry Bar
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on CONTINUE READING at the bottom of this page. Vintage 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Blond wood cabinet with glass doors, 1970s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Blond wood cabinet with two glass doors decorated with wooden arrows. England, late XIXth c.
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Vintage 1970s English Space Age Cabinets

Materials

Wood

 Blond wood cabinet with glass doors, 1970s.
 Blond wood cabinet with glass doors, 1970s.
H 88.59 in W 16.15 in D 51.97 in
Vintage metal side cabinet, 1970s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Vintage steel industrial cabinet with a touch of design. This beautifully weathered and patinated
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Vintage metal side cabinet, 1970s
Vintage metal side cabinet, 1970s
H 47.25 in W 25.6 in D 11.82 in
Huge Lucite Display Bar Cabinet Etagere 1970s
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Custom Made 1970's
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Lucite, Glass

Superb Edwardian Cherry Wood Cabinets 1970s England
By Reprodux
Located in Den Haag, NL
Set of superb quality cabinets. Beautiful inlay work, cherry wood, wonderful color with brass
Category

Vintage 1970s English Edwardian Cabinets

Materials

Cherry

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1970s Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1970s cabinet for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every 1970s cabinet was constructed with great care. Find 15775 options for an antique or vintage 1970s cabinet now, or shop our selection of 52 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a 1970s cabinet — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1970s cabinet is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one 1970s cabinet that is appealing in its simplicity, but Mastercraft, Milo Baughman and Lane Furniture produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a 1970s Cabinet?

Prices for a 1970s cabinet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $810,719, while the average can fetch as much as $3,199.

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.

Questions About 1970s Cabinet
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Fashion during the 1970s included lots of T-shirts, cardigans, kimonos, graphic tees, jeans, khakis, and vintage clothes. In the mid-1970s, other fashion highlights included puffy skirts and shirts with flowy sleeves.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, sequins were indeed popular in the 1970s and could be seen on the dancefloors and discos of the time, along with other popular fabrics like velvet and satin. Sequins and hot pants were the go-to outfit of the disco-glam decade. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary sequin clothing from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a dress is from the 1960s or 1970s, first look for a label. You may be able to determine the approximate date of the dress simply by researching the designer using reputable online sources. Also, check the zippers. Dresses from the 1960s will usually have metal or nylon zippers. Ones from the 1970s are more likely to be plastic. You'll find a large selection of vintage dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    What 1970s furniture is called varies. Generally, you may see pieces produced during the decade classified as "vintage" or "retro" furniture. During the 1970s, some makers continued to produce furniture that boasted the characteristics of mid-century modern works. The disco era yielded furnishings with organic, often rounded shapes, unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and a mix of materials. The showy leather furniture of the 1970s, which was both sexy and comfortable, is seeing a resurgence in today’s homes. Shop a wide variety of vintage 1970s furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A breakfront cabinet is a cabinet whose center portion projects beyond the end sections. Shop gorgeous breakfront cabinets at 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A pantry cabinet is like a freestanding cupboard for storing dry goods. They’re typically tall and have drawers and shelves.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Built-in cabinets are cabinets that are constructed to fit a specific space. Typically these cabinets are set into the wall.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    A curio cabinet (or curiosity cabinet) is a large display case typically made of glass with a wooden frame. Small collections are stored in curio cabinets: jewelry, figurines, crystal or any small objects with a common theme.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Canterbury cabinet is a piece of wooden storage furniture with a low profile that originated in Georgian and Victorian England. Original versions had a rack for sheet music at the top and a lower storage drawer. However, designs vary. Find a range of Canterbury cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A hutch cabinet — or hutch — refers to a type of case furniture. Today, when people say “hutch,” they are commonly referring to a set of shelves or cabinets placed on top of a lower structure that features cabinets or drawers. Hutches are most often found in dining rooms or kitchens. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary hutches and other case pieces from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A smoker's cabinet is a piece of furniture designed to hold accessories used by cigarette and pipe smokers. Although designs vary, most include a swiveling shelf for ashtrays and a pipe rack hidden behind a door. On 1stDibs, find a range of smoker's cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019

    An apothecary cabinet is a type of cupboard formerly used by pharmacists and physicians to store medicines and tools in the many small compartments drawers. Today, apothecary cabinets are popular in homes as antique or rustic-looking decor.

  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, curio cabinet is short for curiosity cabinet. This name comes from the fact that the cabinets allow you to view whatever you store inside through glass doors, sparking curiosity. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of curio cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Henredon cabinet is a case good made by the American furniture manufacturer, founded in 1945. The company was especially well known for producing wooden cupboards and cabinets for their own brand and for other designers like Laura Ashley and Ralph Lauren. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Henredon cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A barrister cabinet is a cabinet featuring glass panes along the front that allow you to see the contents at a glance, while protecting the items inside from collecting dust. Browse an array of barrister cabinets from some of the top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A music cabinet is a piece of furniture originally used to store sheet music in the 18th century. Most feature solid wood construction and have either drawers or open shelves. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of antique music cabinets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    A Shaker cabinet is have a simple design, including recessed-panel doors, light finishes and basic hardware.  The style was inspired by the Shakers, a religious community that espoused a minimalist lifestyle and had among its members extremely skilled craftsmen and carpenters.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Lacquer refers to the finish of the cabinet, and provides a kind of glossy appearance. You would paint the cabinets a base color, and then apply a lacquered layer overtop for the desired look. You’ll find a large variety of lacquered furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    High cabinets, also known as wall cabinets or pantry cabinets, are storage units that can range from 84 inches to 96 inches high. The cabinets provide an area with functionality and high dramatic style to fit your décor needs. For the look, you can shop a collection of high cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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