Antique Cases
Early 20th Century American Antique Cases
19th Century Irish Neoclassical Revival Antique Cases
Glass, Satinwood
1870s English Antique Cases
Glass, Wood, Paint
Mid-18th Century French Antique Cases
Wood
Early 20th Century Late Victorian Antique Cases
Brass
Early 20th Century English Modern Antique Cases
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Late Victorian Antique Cases
Glass, Mahogany
Late 19th Century European Belle Époque Antique Cases
Brass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Cases
Brass
1910s English Antique Cases
Brass
Early 20th Century English Antique Cases
Brass
1910s French Antique Cases
Marble, Gold, Brass
Early 1900s Czech Belle Époque Antique Cases
Glass, Wood
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Cases
Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold
Mid-19th Century British Antique Cases
Wood
Early 20th Century European Antique Cases
Brass
19th Century Campaign Antique Cases
Glass, Wood
19th Century Dutch Other Antique Cases
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Cases
Mahogany
1880s French Louis Philippe Antique Cases
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Modern Antique Cases
Leather
Early 20th Century Antique Cases
Hardwood
19th Century Antique Cases
Mahogany
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Cases
Brass
Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Cases
Silver
1910s Austrian Antique Cases
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Cases
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Cases
Brass
Late 19th Century French Antique Cases
Oak
19th Century English Regency Antique Cases
Brass
Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Cases
Brass
1910s French Art Deco Antique Cases
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
1830s German Biedermeier Antique Cases
Cherry
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Cases
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver
1870s English Late Victorian Antique Cases
Mahogany
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Cases
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Antique Cases
Walnut
1890s Russian Antique Cases
Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1910s Art Nouveau Antique Cases
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Russian Antique Cases
Silver
1880s French French Provincial Antique Cases
Glass, Walnut
Early 1900s British Antique Cases
Walnut
Late 19th Century British Antique Cases
Wood
Early 1900s American Antique Cases
Gold
Late 19th Century Antique Cases
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century American Mission Antique Cases
Oak
1890s French Louis Philippe Antique Cases
Glass, Oak
1910s British Antique Cases
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Early 1900s German Antique Cases
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Country Antique Cases
Glass, Oak
1810s French Antique Cases
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s American Antique Cases
Base Metal
Early 1900s Unknown Antique Cases
Sterling Silver
1880s Austrian Other Antique Cases
Brass, Bronze
1910s English Antique Cases
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Hollywood Regency Antique Cases
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Cases
Velvet, Glass, Walnut
Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Antique Cases
Silver
Late 19th Century British Antique Cases
Rosewood
1880s Russian Russian Revival Antique Cases
Silver
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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 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.
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