19th Century Canadian Step Back Cupboard
Located in Nantucket, MA
Late 19th Century Canadian Blind Step Back Cupboard, from Quebec Eastern Townships, circa 1890, a one piece cupboard having a rectangular top and crown molding above two doors and a ...
Pine, Paint
Canadian Painted Pine Dresser Base in Old Yellow Paint, c. 1860
Located in Nantucket, MA
A mid-19th century New Brunswick dresser base in its original yellow paint, the surface crazed and worn through to a red undercoat and bare pine. The thick two-plank top has been lef...
Pine, Paint
Canadian Stepback Cupboard in Original Pink Paint, c.1870
Located in Nantucket, MA
American two-part step-back cupboard, c. 1860, in a dry original pink paint / oxblood paint worn through to the wood on the doors, cornice, and edges. The upper case has a molded cor...
Wood
Canadian Pine Corner Cupboard in Light Blue over Green-Blue Paint, Circa 1840
Located in Nantucket, MA
A mid-19th-century Canadian pine corner cupboard, circa 1840. Original pale blue paint over darker green-blue. The interior is a darker blue with traces of orange. Exceptional color...
Pine, Paint
Canadian PIne Bonnet Chest of Drawers
Located in Nantucket, MA
grain painted finish and unusual lift top
Wood, Paint
$2,513Sale Price|20% Off
Rare 1920s Tabletop Drinks, Cocktail Cabinet with Revolving Inner Storage
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Rare & Quirky 1920s Cylindrical Drinks Cabinet Ideal for Cocktail Making Item has a door revealing a inner revolving storage section ideal for glasses Manufactured By Id...
Aluminum
Solid Pine Wood Display Cabinet Sideboard, Mid-19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
A Belgian mid-19th century, red painted store display cabinet. A large and imposing antique Canadian pine display cabinet vitrine, woodcarving in abstract guirlande motif and four cl...
Wood, Pine
18th Century Provincial Walnut Three Drawer Commode or Chest, French or Canadian
Located in Milford, NH
A fine provincial walnut three drawer commode with shaped top and conforming case, scrolled brass or bronze pulls and escutcheons (probably original), raised panel drawer fronts and ...
Bronze
Hortense Mattice Gordon, Hand Painted Ceramic Cabinet Bowl, Canada, C. 1910
By Hortense Mattice Gordon
Located in Chatham, ON
Hortense Mattice Gordon R.C.A. (Canadian 1887-1961) - Fine and rare antique ceramic cabinet bowl - hand painted in the Art Nouveau style on an imported blank - featuring a display of...
Porcelain
19th Century Cupola Form Wood/Storage Box
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th Century Cupola Wood or Kindling Box. Crafted from Pine in the form of a Cupola with Louvers on all four sides and hinged lift-top for access.
Pine
19th Century Nova Scotia Painted Trunk with Eight-Point Star, Original Paint
Located in Nantucket, MA
A compact Nova Scotia folk-art blanket chest or storage trunk, circa 1900, retaining its original painted surface. The lift-top lid is centered with a hand-painted eight-point compas...
Wood
Green Single Door Cupboard
Located in Nantucket, MA
Green single door cupboard with decorative beading. Interior old repaint.
Wood
19th Century Yellow and Green Painted Buffet
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th Century pine buffet in original yellow paint with contrasting green painted panels. Two side-by-side drawers over two doors with single shelf interior and nicely shaped skirt. P...
Pine, Paint
19th Century Brown / Red Primitive Blind 1 door painted cupboard
Located in Newfoundland, PA
This authentic Fabulous Primitive Blind door painted 1850s Dovetailed cupboard in Brownish / Red, it has many layers of paint which are worn through in many spots to reveal the origi...
Hardwood
$3,400
Sideboard Walnut Carved
By Lionel Rawlinson Limited 1
Located in Toronto, CA
Walnut sideboard three drawers and four doors, carved pillars and back splash.
Walnut
Oak Sideboard in Gloss Lacquer with a Slate Grey Stain
Located in Toronto, CA
An early 20th century oak sideboard with bevel glass mirror, refinished in a slate grey satin with a gloss lacquer.
Oak
$4,900
Quebecois Armoire
Located in Greenwich, CT
A French-Canadian armoire in pine having two doors on a narrow case with an overhanging molded cornice, the doors each featuring rebated full door X-crosses in a rectangular surround...
Pine
Quebec Grain-Painted Chest of Drawers in Original Dark Brown Paint, circa 1900
Located in Nantucket, MA
Quebec grain-painted chest of drawers retaining its original dark brown painted surface, circa 1900. The case is arranged in a three-over-four drawer configuration, with the painted ...
Wood
$3,160Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Early 19th Century East Coast Canadiana Dovetailed Pine Chest
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare Canadiana East Coast Dome chest with dovetailed joinery and original hardware. Yesteryear turquoise paint has been patinated by time and oozes rustic charm. A beautiful conversa...
Pine
Canadian Folk Art Painted Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Canadian Folk Art Painted Cabinet - Alligator Painted Finish
French Canadian Cupboard
Located in Woodbury, CT
A rustic well proportioned vaisellier has simple panels and moldings. It has interesting angled sides. All hardware was replaced with hand-forged hardware.
Unavailable
Mahogany Canadian sideboard
Located in Vancouver, BC
Attractive early 19th century sideboard
Mahogany
French Canadian Setback Cupboard
Located in Woodbury, CT
Setback cupboard, paneled doors and dental cornice molding
Pine
French Canadian Setback Cupboard
Located in Woodbury, CT
A Green Kitchen cupboard with five doors and 4 small drawers
Pine
French Canadian Open Setback
Located in Woodbury, CT
An open setback with two deep drawers.
Wood
Bucket Cupboard from Quebec Canada
Located in Woodbury, CT
Orange colored bucket cupboard. Useful in a farm kitchen stored buckets below.
Large Multi Panel Cupboard from Canada
Located in Woodbury, CT
Beautiful multi panel cupboard breaks down into two pieces. Wonderfully restored.
Unavailable
H 77 in W 41 in D 18.5 in
Antique 19th Century Pine Buffet Hutch, Pantry Farmhouse, Canada, 1870
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique 19th century pine buffet hutch, Pantry Farmhouse, Canada 1870, H326 Canada 1870 Solid pine Original finish Large shaped cornice on top Pair of glass doors open to reveal tow...
Pine
Hanging Wall Cabinet
Located in Woodbury, CT
Hanging wall cupboard.
Wood
Petite Counter Island
Located in Woodbury, CT
A small counter / island from Quebec
Pine
Kitchen Cupboard from Quebec
Located in Woodbury, CT
Late 19th century kitchen cupboard from Quebec. Three drawers with wooden pulls. There are paneled doors. Restored.
19th Century Quebec Province Two Door Cupboard
Located in Sheffield, MA
A soft blue/grey, this cupboard is a perfect dining room or hall piece. Its primitive quality harmonizes well with many interiors and it does yeoman service as a storage piece while...
Rare Raised Panel Two-Door Painted Cupboard
Located in Litchfield, CT
Probably Canadian, early 19th century. Pine, original light olive green painted surface. This well proportioned cupboard with eight raised panels is fitted with the original shelvi...
Pine
Raised Panel Two-Door Painted Cupboard
Located in Litchfield, CT
Probably Canadian, early 19th century Pine, original light olive green painted surface. This well proportioned cupboard with eight raised panels is fitted with the original shelvin...
Pine
Cupboard from Quebec
Located in Woodbury, CT
Multi-color setback cupboard with glass doors.
Three-Door Cupboard from Quebec
Located in Woodbury, CT
Sweet naive cupboard. Grayish-blue with blue trim one-piece.
Store Counter Island from Quebec
Located in Woodbury, CT
A store counter / kitchen island with lots of storage.
Jelly Cupboard
Located in Woodbury, CT
Jelly cupboard with two doors and two drawers
Kitchen Storage Cupboard
Located in Woodbury, CT
Kitchen storage cupboard with six drawers
Petite One-Door Armoire
Located in Woodbury, CT
A petite one door jelly cupboard.
Wood
Wonderful Blue Cupboard With One door
Located in Woodbury, CT
Blue one paneled door cupboard with open shelves
Pine
Painted Open Setback
Located in Woodbury, CT
A simple open setback from Quebec.
Wood
One-Door Buffet from Quebec
Located in Woodbury, CT
A low buffet, one door used in a farm kitchen.
Small Chest of Drawers
Located in Woodbury, CT
A brown petite chest of three drawers
Wood
Kitchen Storage Cupboard
Located in Woodbury, CT
A kitchen storage cupboard. Would make a wonderful vanity.
Wood
19th Century Two-Door Jelly Cupboard
Located in Woodbury, CT
A preserve cupboard from Quebec. Although simple in design, it is very well constructed.
Wood
Cupboard with Drawers and Glass Doors
Located in Woodbury, CT
A kitchen cupboard from Quebec. Five drawers and glass doors.
Glass, Wood
Open Storage Shelves
Located in Woodbury, CT
Open shelves found in Quebec Probably used to store condiments. Great for a wine cabinet.
Wood
Kitchen Sideboard or Buffet, 19th Century
Located in Woodbury, CT
A kitchen sideboard cupboard from Quebec
Wood
Armoire from Quebec
Located in Woodbury, CT
A beautifully restored armoire from Quebec.
Beautiful Armoire with Decorative Molding
Located in Woodbury, CT
Armoire with three drawers and decorative moldings and cornice
Pine
Green Armoire from Quebec
Located in Woodbury, CT
Beautiful 12 panel Armoire.
Pine
Late 19th Century Corner Cupboard
Located in Woodbury, CT
A low one paneled door corner cupboard.
Wood
Corner Vanity with a Bowed Front
Located in Woodbury, CT
A corner vanity with a bowed front. Sink it not original to this piece.
Iron
Orange Chest of Drawers from Quebec
Located in Woodbury, CT
A late 19th century dresser from Quebec. Seven drawers.
Blue Three-Drawer Dresser
Located in Woodbury, CT
A three drawer dresser, scalloped base
Dark Green Chest of Drawers
Located in Woodbury, CT
A seven drawers commode in a dark green patina.
Wood
Chest of Drawers from Quebec
Located in Woodbury, CT
Three drawer dresser from Quebec
Wood
1910 tiger oak apothecary dental multi drawer cabinet
By American Cabinet Company
Located in Surrey, BC
A totally original solid tiger oak dental cabinet in old worn finish as found stored for 50years. All hardware is original, fully locking trick drawer with original glass , bevelled ...
Brass
Painted Quebec Pine Canadian Armoire Cabinet, circa 1850
Located in Surrey, BC
A painted pine Quebec armoire, in original untouched condition, from circa 1850. Six panel front in a lovely muted color with hand painted accents. Great form and size with five inte...
Pine
Canadian Two Door Cupboard
Located in Nantucket, MA
Carved pine cupboard, Canada, early 19th century, the molded and saw tooth cornice above panelled beaded doors, and panelled sides, on bracket feet, refinished. Measures: height- 60 ...
Paint Decorated Canadian Cupboard
Located in Nantucket, MA
Boldly paint decorated country cupboard with two drawers above two doors opening to an interior of two shelves and an overhanging molded cornice, both the doors and sides are p...
Paint, Pine
Antique Late Victorian Canadian Oak Corner Display Curio Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th century Canadian oak corner curio cabinet. Features three shelves and two mirrors behind doors.
Oak
Primitive Canadian Antique Ice Hutch
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A well made antique rustic ice storage hutch in very good overall condition. Soft, natural wood with display shelves and period decorative forged iron hardware.
Iron
Canadian Painted Cupboard
Located in Nantucket, MA
Painted lift-top chest with four drawers and scalloped base.
Iron
19th Century Canadian Pine Linen Press
Located in Surrey, BC
This is a Canadian pine linen press from Ontario with unusual drawer configuration featuring two raise panel doors. base and sides are decoratively cut out in a Chippendale motif, al...
Pine
Wonderful Rare Distressed Early 19th Century Canadian Hutch Cupboard
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Rustic black distressed Canadian cupboard cabinet, late 18th to early 19th century, with wonderful patina.
Glass, Wood
1890 Large Canadian Wooden Two-Piece Sideboard
Located in Surrey, BC
This one-of-a-kind piece was built in Western Canada in the late 1800s. The form and details are consistent with earlier examples built in the mid-19th century in Eastern Canada and ...
Fir, Pine
Canadian Drop-Leaf Desk
Located in Nantucket, MA
Canadian (Quebec) maple drop-leaf desk with tiger maple drawer fronts.
Wood
Rustic Pine Cabinet
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A pine Canadiana cabinet with two latched doors below a lidded upper bin (dough bin?), possibly for bread making, circa 1890.
Pine
Empire Canadian Chest of Drawers, circa 1850
Located in Surrey, BC
Handcrafted chest of drawers from Eastern Canada, circa 1850. Made from solid flamed birch with tiger maple contrasting wood accents.
Birch, Maple
19th Century Canadian Cherry Chest of Drawers
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th century four-drawer chest in cherry. Interior drawer construction likely pine.
Wood
Sold
H 71 in W 51 in D 20 in
19th Century Country Step Back Server / Hutch or Cupboard, Possibly Canadian
Located in Milford, NH
A wonderful form country step back cupboard or server, possibly Canadian in origin, with shaped crest, an upper shelf with five fitted small drawers, the lower case featuring three f...
Chestnut, Pine
Sold
H 80.75 in W 56.5 in D 20.5 in
Mid-19th Century French Canadian Country Hutch or Buffet À Deux Corps
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-19th century country hutch or buffet à deux corps, French Canadian. Pine with wonderful old worn blue-grey paint. Panelled doors; upper section cut-out with shaped arches; bracke...
Metal
Sold
H 92 in W 58 in D 22 in
An Exceptional 19th Century Two Part Painted Pine Cupboard, Canada Circa 1820
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
An early 19th century Georgian-inspired painted pine step-back cupboard of outstanding proportions & form. Constructed in two parts, with both the upper section & base showing tradit...
Iron
Retail Store Showcase Display Cabinet, circa 1910
Located in Surrey, BC
An antique mercantile cabinet elevated on cast copper feet. The cabinet features glass on three sides with some mirror on the rear sliding doors. The glass countertop (with beveled e...
Oak
1830, Pine Canadian French Armoire in Original Paint
Located in Surrey, BC
This piece has a working key to lock the cabinet. Found recently in Quebec. Canadian at its finest.
Carved Oak China Cabinet with Curved Glass
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A Victorian, solid quarter-sawn, or ‘tiger’, oak American china cabinet with nicely-carved details. Curved glass sides and a serpentine-curved glass centre door which opens to reveal...
Glass, Oak
Extremely Rare Bird's-Eye Maple Regence Style French Canadian Commode
Located in Montreal, QC
Extremely rare 18th century bird's-eye maple Regence style French Canadian commode Québec.
Birdseye Maple
Late 19th Century French Blue Painted Food Cupboard
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A charming late 19th Century or early 20th Century French painted storage cupboard. Of elegant architectural form, the cupboard features a moulded cornice above a decorative frieze ...
Softwood, Paint
20th Century Rustic Pine Cabinet
Located in Southampton, NY
20th Century Rustic Pine Cabinet A simply constructed pine cabinet with two doors and a central rail. A grey-ish painted wash gives creates a beautiful patina. Two porcelain knobs a...
Pine
Late 18th Century Large Swedish Blue Painted Wedding Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 18th century large Swedish wedding cabinet, crafted in pine. A curved bonnet crown and carved paneled doors create the strong silhouette of this classic Swedish form. The upper ...
Brass
19th Century Swedish Blue Short Corner Cabinet Cupboard
Located in Round Top, TX
Low corner cabinet from Sweden with a (newer) blue painted finish softly scraped to reveal the natural pine below resulting in attractive, warm patina. Traditional carved fluted dia...
Wood, Pine, Paint
$1,229Sale Price|40% Off
H 80.71 in W 48.04 in D 19.69 in
Antique Early Victorian Pine Housekeeper’s Dresser with Shelves and Drawers Tall
Located in Markington, GB
This antique Housekeeper’s Dresser dates from the mid nineteenth century and is a fine example of early Victorian craftsmanship and design. Constructed in pine, it retains a superb o...
Pine
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 85.83 in W 81.89 in D 24.81 in
19th Century Large English Scrubbed Pine Housekeepers Cupboard / Cabinet
Located in Wainscott, NY
19th Century English Scrubbed Pine Housekeeper's Cupboard/Cabinet Featuring ample storage, with multiple cabinets, the piece is as functional as it is stylish. The natural finish ...
Pine
Early 19th Century Original Painted Swedish Tall Pine Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Early 19th-century Swedish tall pine cabinet built in two sections with original painted finish. Blue painted panels remain visible throughout, with much of the surface worn down to ...
Pine, Paint
19th-Century Swedish Pine Four Door Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
19th-century Swedish pine cabinet featuring four paneled doors with simple carved floral motifs at each corner. The cabinet is divided into upper and lower sections, with a raised mi...
Wood, Pine, Paint
$5,205
H 83.86 in W 58.47 in D 22.05 in
19th Century Antique Swedish Deep Green Painted Pine Two-Piece Cupboard
Located in Kvidinge, SE
A beautiful, antique, two-piece cupboard in a deep green with a beautiful patina. The piece is practically original and in pristine condition. All metal parts, such as locks, hinges,...
Brass
Finnish 19th century painted pine wall cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Finnish 19th century painted pine wall cupboard circa 1860. We are pleased to offer this delightful and rare wall cabinet from Finland. Large decorative cornice and presented in a ...
Pine, Paint
19th century Scandinavian painted pine double door cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Scandinavian painted small sideboard circa 1870. Good example of a practical antique providing many uses around the home, being shallow in depth it lends itself perfect...
Pine, Paint
Early 19th Century Swedish Blue Painted Pine Display Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Early 19th century Swedish display cabinet, crafted in pine. The cabinet has a newer, layered professional blue painted finish with a softly dappled surface (creates a "seafoam" affe...
Brass
Victorian Original Painted Dresser Base, Kitchen Cupboard, Sideboard
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Victorian Original Painted Dresser Base, Kitchen Cupboard, Sideboard This is a very attractive farmhouse dresser cupboard, it has a thick beautifully patinated counter top, over 2 d...
Paint
$2,739
H 27.56 in W 24.61 in D 13.78 in
Swedish 18th century, Folk Art Cabinet in Blue Paint with Charming Patina
Located in Djursholm, SE
Swedish folk art cabinet, 18th century, with two interior shelves, hand-forged lock and original iron fittings. Later painted in different shades of blue, with areas of the presumed ...
Wrought Iron
19th Century English Pine Dresser Base
Located in High Point, NC
19th century pine dresser base from England. This fabulous piece has a thick two plank top, which follows down to a central single drawer over a single door, which opens to reveal s...
Pine
Early American Blue Painted Corner Cupboard
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Great original blue paint featuring a molded cornice with dentil frieze above two cockbeaded glazed doors. Opens to shaped shelves and separated by mid-molding above two beaded hinge...
Pine
Chippendale Mahogany Four-Post Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
Chippendale style four-post bed US King, finest mahogany flame veneers and satinwood crossbanding on the head and footboard, high turned and reeded posts on square carved fretwork le...
Mahogany
$1,600
H 29.5 in W 88 in D 28.33 in
The Hawthorn Desk, Antique Long Wooden Writing Desk with Single Drawer
Located in New York, NY
This antique wooden desk carries a quiet strength, its well-worn surface rich with texture and history. A single drawer, fitted with a simple pull, offers practicality without excess...
Wood
Gustavian Display Cabinet, Sweden, circa 1780–1790
Located in Kastrup, DK
Gustavian display cabinet, architecturally constructed in two parts in oak. The cabinet is painted in a light blue colour with a beautiful, age-related patina. The upper section fea...
Brass
19th Century Country English Fruitwood Farmhouse Work Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Gorgeous Victorian country English farmhouse work table or side table crafted from fruitwood. The fruitwood features a weathered, distressed patina with desirable wear. Sturdy and so...
Brass
19th century original scraped paint Swedish cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century original scraped paint Swedish cupboard circa 1850. Here we have a fine piece of Swedish rustic furniture, presented in it's original paint which has been partially scr...
Pine, Paint
"Pony Tail Hoarders" by Kevin Paulsen
By Kevin Paulsen
Located in Nantucket, MA
Fantastical painting by noted New York artist Kevin Paulsen. Created with pigmented plaster, ballpoint pen, and floor stain, all on velvet laid on board. Unframed with wooden sides...
Velvet, Plaster, Wood, Paint
Zebra Hide Rug in the Style of Ralph Lauren
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous Zebra Hide Rug - a compliment to many settings and especially those with a Ralph Lauren statement. Animal hides bring great energy to a space and the design and pattern...
Animal Skin
$15,900
H 119.5 in W 71 in D 28 in
Large 19th Century French Directoire Period Painted Bookcase or Display Cabinet
Located in Birmingham, AL
This exceptional mid-19th century French Directoire period painted bookcase or display cabinet from Gordes, circa early 1800s, embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of its era. Han...
Wood
Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chair
By Märta Blomstedt
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Scandinavian Modern lounge chair with large proportions in the style of Märta Blomstedt and Flemming Lassen. Manufactured in Scandinavia around the 1930/40s. Currently uphol...
Fabric, Wood
$995
H 5.75 in W 9.5 in D 4.5 in
Art Deco Birdeye Maple Petite Radio by Emerson - Cabinet by Ingraham C1930
By Ingraham, Emerson Radio Corporation
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and rare, timeless and very cool in original as found condition this Emerson radio is a petite model and the likes of which i have not seen before. Back of cabinet is missi...
Plastic, Bakelite, Birdseye Maple
Welsh Plate Wall Unit
Located in Denton, TX
Welsh plate shelve can be hung on the wall or used on the floor as shown. English oak hand crafted cabinetry that is very shallow and could be used in a hallway or hung on the wall i...
Oak
$3,650
H 83 in W 61.25 in D 17.25 in
19th Century Rustic Antique Pine Breakfront with Distressed Finish
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and very well crafted Rustic Breakfront in a handsome Amber tone stain. With plenary of storage and display space including two glass door fronted shelf spaces, middle displa...
Wood
$3,250Sale Price|24% Off
H 56 in W 38 in D 16 in
Antique Wooden Pie Safe with Punched Tin Stars, Pennsylvania, 1840
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19thc hand made wooden pie safe with punched tin. The punches tin is hand made with star design. Single drawer with dove tail construction. Very strong and sturdy piece. Found in Pen...
Tin
Danish 1940's Fritz Hansen Leather Sofa with New Sheepskin Seat
By Fritz Hansen
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Rare Danish club sofa produced in Denmark likely, circa late 1930s to early 1940's by Fritz Hansen of Denmark. Legs made from solid beech. Comfortable and super solid with nice and s...
Leather, Sheepskin, Beech
French 19th Century Painted Shop Counter
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Petite painted shop counter from a 19th Century French bakery or mercantile, this unusual and outstanding counter would transform your kitchen or retail establishment. The work surfa...
Marble
$7,443Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 26 in W 36 in D 50 in
Afra and Tobia Scarpa Soriana Lounge Chair and Ottoman
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in New York, NY
An iconic original and authentic ‘Soriana’ lounge chair and ottoman designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa and produced by Cassina, Italy, 1969. This award-winning design, recipient of ...
Chrome
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.
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