Antique Buffet Dresser
Early 19th Century English Rustic Antique Buffet Dresser
Elm, Sycamore, Pine, Paint
1850s English Antique Buffet Dresser
Pine
Mid-19th Century Scottish Antique Buffet Dresser
Wood
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Buffet Dresser
Mahogany, Oak
19th Century French Renaissance Antique Buffet Dresser
Wood
19th Century Louis Philippe Antique Buffet Dresser
Mahogany
1920s English Jacobean Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Mid-17th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Buffet Dresser
Brass
Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Buffet Dresser
Pine
1750s Welsh George III Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Early 18th Century Welsh Georgian Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Early 18th Century Welsh George I Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
1890s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Buffet Dresser
Cherry
19th Century Antique Buffet Dresser
Chestnut, Oak
Mid-19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Buffet Dresser
Wood, Amboyna
19th Century Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
19th Century Antique Buffet Dresser
Walnut
1780s Welsh Country Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Buffet Dresser
Brass
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Buffet Dresser
Burl
Early 20th Century Antique Buffet Dresser
Wood
Early 18th Century English Jacobean Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
19th Century French Renaissance Antique Buffet Dresser
Wood
Late 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Buffet Dresser
Marble
Late 17th Century English Jacobean Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
19th Century European Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Buffet Dresser
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Buffet Dresser
Palisander
19th Century American American Classical Antique Buffet Dresser
Cherry, Poplar, Pine
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Buffet Dresser
Walnut
19th Century French Antique Buffet Dresser
Marble
Early 19th Century French Antique Buffet Dresser
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Buffet Dresser
Marble
19th Century French Antique Buffet Dresser
Walnut, Elm
Mid-19th Century English Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Late 19th Century English Antique Buffet Dresser
Pine
18th Century and Earlier British George III Antique Buffet Dresser
Wood
1760s Welsh Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Mid-18th Century British Antique Buffet Dresser
Mahogany, Oak
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Buffet Dresser
Elm
1920s French Régence Antique Buffet Dresser
Mirror, Giltwood
Early 18th Century English Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Early 18th Century English Georgian Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Mid-19th Century Scottish Antique Buffet Dresser
Pine
1720s English Antique Buffet Dresser
18th Century and Earlier English Antique Buffet Dresser
18th Century and Earlier French Louis XVI Antique Buffet Dresser
Iron
1860s European Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak, Walnut
Early 19th Century Welsh Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
1910s Scottish Antique Buffet Dresser
Oak
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Antique Buffet Dresser
Mahogany, Rosewood
1890s European Renaissance Antique Buffet Dresser
Walnut
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Buffet Dresser
Wood
19th Century French Antique Buffet Dresser
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Buffet Dresser
Faux Bamboo, Pine
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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify an antique dresser, examine it for markings that indicate who produced it. Makers typically add brands, carvings, paper labels or metal tags to inconspicuous areas, such as the inside of a drawer or the back of a dresser. If you can locate a marking, you can use trusted online resources to figure out who made it and learn more about your dresser. Unfortunately, some antique pieces may be unmarked or have lost their tags or labels over the years. With these pieces, you can turn to a certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer for assistance with the identification process. Find a wide variety of antique dressers on 1stDibs.
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