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1940's Light oak storage unit with slatted doors
1940's Light oak storage unit with slatted doors

1940's Light oak storage unit with slatted doors

By Casa e Giardino

Located in Milano, IT

COD-2857 Light oak storage unit with slatted doors and a decorative wave motif. Italian

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Storage Units

Materials

Walnut

Storage Unit or Library in American Walnut, circa 1900
Storage Unit or Library in American Walnut, circa 1900

Storage Unit or Library in American Walnut, circa 1900

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Storage unit or library in American walnut, circa 1900. The shelves are removable and can be

Category

Late 19th Century North American American Classical Antique Storage Units

Materials

Oak, Walnut

British 1920s Metal Industrial Pigeon Hole Storage Unit CD Storage
British 1920s Metal Industrial Pigeon Hole Storage Unit CD Storage

British 1920s Metal Industrial Pigeon Hole Storage Unit CD Storage

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

An early 20th century industrial pigeon hole storage unit, good size with 48 pigeon holes. The

Category

Early 20th Century English Industrial Antique Storage Units

Materials

Metal

Solid Oak Storage Unit – Country Style, Late 19th Century
Solid Oak Storage Unit – Country Style, Late 19th Century

Solid Oak Storage Unit – Country Style, Late 19th Century

Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR

This charming side cabinet in solid oak captures the rustic elegance of the French country style from the late 19th century. Discovered in a traditional home nestled in the rolling h...

Category

1890s French Campaign Antique Storage Units

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century Wooden Shelf Unit Industrial
Early 20th Century Wooden Shelf Unit Industrial

Early 20th Century Wooden Shelf Unit Industrial

Located in Vosselaar, BE

shelf storage unit is artisanally constructed with well patined mountain softwood.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Antique Storage Units

Materials

Softwood

Antique Wrought Iron Bakery Rack, Industrial Style, Europe, 1920s
Antique Wrought Iron Bakery Rack, Industrial Style, Europe, 1920s

Antique Wrought Iron Bakery Rack, Industrial Style, Europe, 1920s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Antique bakery rack; wrought iron; 1920s; shelves; storing; storage unit; bakers shelving

Category

1920s European Industrial Antique Storage Units

Materials

Iron

Large 19th Century French Bleached Oak Shop Counter
Large 19th Century French Bleached Oak Shop Counter

Large 19th Century French Bleached Oak Shop Counter

Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire

on one side, two on the other. Would make a superb kitchen island, room divider or storage unit

Category

19th Century French Country Antique Storage Units

Materials

Oak

Spanish Rustic Chestnut Drop-Front Storage Chest, Early 20th Century
Spanish Rustic Chestnut Drop-Front Storage Chest, Early 20th Century

Spanish Rustic Chestnut Drop-Front Storage Chest, Early 20th Century

Located in BÉTERA, ES

piece suitable for use as a hallway console, sideboard, blanket chest, or storage unit in both rustic

Category

1920s Spanish Rustic Antique Storage Units

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Painted Pine Pigeon Hole Shelving Unit, 19th Century
Antique Painted Pine Pigeon Hole Shelving Unit, 19th Century

Antique Painted Pine Pigeon Hole Shelving Unit, 19th Century

Located in Bristol, GB

ANTIQUE WOODEN STORAGE SHELVES Originally from a workshop or atelier, this storage unit was

Category

19th Century British Industrial Antique Storage Units

Materials

Pine, Paint

Large Afghan chest, early 20th century work
Large Afghan chest, early 20th century work

Large Afghan chest, early 20th century work

Located in MONTESSON, FR

flap at the top. The wood is patinated and carved. This storage unit is in good condition.

Category

Early 1900s Afghan Antique Storage Units

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Rustic A.H. Reid Creamery Cabinet
Early 20th Century Rustic A.H. Reid Creamery Cabinet

Early 20th Century Rustic A.H. Reid Creamery Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

be a great storage unit today. Perfect as a sideboard, console table or just used for storage. You

Category

Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Storage Units

Materials

Metal

Antique Flap in Walnut, Desk with Chest, Used for Travel, 18th Century, Italy
Antique Flap in Walnut, Desk with Chest, Used for Travel, 18th Century, Italy

Antique Flap in Walnut, Desk with Chest, Used for Travel, 18th Century, Italy

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

. Ideal in an elegant office corner, or as a storage unit in a refined home. Measures: cm W 120 x H 127 x

Category

Late 18th Century Italian Antique Storage Units

Materials

Walnut

Cabinet with flap, walnut desk, Italy
Cabinet with flap, walnut desk, Italy

Cabinet with flap, walnut desk, Italy

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

Antique cabinet with flap, walnut desk, upper storage unit with internal doors and drawers, turned

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Storage Units

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco De Coene Voltaire Bibliothèque, France, 1920s
Art Deco De Coene Voltaire Bibliothèque, France, 1920s

Art Deco De Coene Voltaire Bibliothèque, France, 1920s

By De Coene Frères

Located in Antwerp, BE

-Jacques Ruhlmann and Eileen Gray, this storage unit exudes a truly monumental presence.

Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Storage Units

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Lacquered Chest on Stand
19th Century Chinese Lacquered Chest on Stand

19th Century Chinese Lacquered Chest on Stand

Located in Sheffield, MA

table and storage unit or use as blanket chest or bench at the foot of a bed. Stand dimensions: 33.75

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Storage Units

Materials

Wood

Unique industrial compartment cabinet with rich patina, France, 1890
Unique industrial compartment cabinet with rich patina, France, 1890

Unique industrial compartment cabinet with rich patina, France, 1890

Located in Meulebeke, BE

this piece exudes history. This storage unit is a stylish and functional addition to any home or office

Category

1890s French Industrial Antique Storage Units

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer Meiji / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer Meiji / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer Meiji / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old black-lacquered drawer storage unit made in Japan. Judging from the handle

Category

19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Storage Units

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer primitive  / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer primitive  / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer primitive / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old black-lacquered drawer storage unit made in Japan. The original handles still

Category

19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Storage Units

Materials

Cedar

French Antique Oak & Iron Low Buffet Blue & White Patinated 18th Century
French Antique Oak & Iron Low Buffet Blue & White Patinated 18th Century

French Antique Oak & Iron Low Buffet Blue & White Patinated 18th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

height of this sideboard means it can be used as a storage unit in a hallway, for example. Please note

Category

18th Century French French Provincial Antique Storage Units

Materials

Iron

Office Filing Cabinet / Cartonnier Mahogany - Louis Philippe Period France 19th
Office Filing Cabinet / Cartonnier Mahogany - Louis Philippe Period France 19th

Office Filing Cabinet / Cartonnier Mahogany - Louis Philippe Period France 19th

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

them from coming out. This beautiful storage unit can be dismantled into 2 parts. This cartonnier is

Category

19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Storage Units

Materials

Leather, Wood

Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen Tall Cabinet or Wardrobe in Mahogany
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen Tall Cabinet or Wardrobe in Mahogany

Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen Tall Cabinet or Wardrobe in Mahogany

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

appearance of this storage unit comes across as fresh in its progressive design but deep and warm due to the

Category

1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Storage Units

Materials

Brass

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Mahogany
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Mahogany

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Mahogany

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

furniture. The appearance of this storage unit comes across as fresh in its progressive design but deep and

Category

1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Storage Units

Materials

Mahogany

20th century French Walnut and Brass Commerce Counter, 1900s
20th century French Walnut and Brass Commerce Counter, 1900s

20th century French Walnut and Brass Commerce Counter, 1900s

Located in LEGNY, FR

counter, storage unit, or decorative element in a shop, office, or even a private interior with a vintage

Category

Early 1900s French Antique Storage Units

Materials

Brass

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

modern furniture. The appearance of this storage unit comes across as fresh in its progressive design but

Category

1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Storage Units

Materials

Glass, Pine

English 18th Century Oak Cupboard
English 18th Century Oak Cupboard

English 18th Century Oak Cupboard

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This unique storage unit was handcrafted in England during the 1780’s from solid oak, which has now

Category

18th Century English French Provincial Antique Storage Units

Materials

Oak, Hardwood, Wood, Mirror, Glass

Late Victorian Mahogany Credenza
Late Victorian Mahogany Credenza

Late Victorian Mahogany Credenza

Located in Antwerpen, BE

functional storage unit and a piece of artistry highlights the versatility and elegance of Victorian design

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Storage Units

Materials

Mahogany

Late Victorian Credenza
Late Victorian Credenza

Late Victorian Credenza

Located in Antwerpen, BE

functional storage unit and a piece of artistry highlights the versatility and elegance of Victorian design

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Storage Units

Materials

Mahogany

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

furniture. The appearance of this storage unit comes across as fresh in its progressive design but deep and

Category

1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Storage Units

Materials

Pine

Italian liberty wall display cabinet in wood and glass, early 1900s
Italian liberty wall display cabinet in wood and glass, early 1900s

Italian liberty wall display cabinet in wood and glass, early 1900s

Located in MIlano, IT

metal shelf supports. It can be used as a storage unit or display unit. Liberty, Art Nouveau. Early

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Storage Units

Materials

Glass, Fabric, Wood

Large Late Qing Dynasty Period Elmwood Armoire with Medallion Hardware
Large Late Qing Dynasty Period Elmwood Armoire with Medallion Hardware

Large Late Qing Dynasty Period Elmwood Armoire with Medallion Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

round medallion hardware will make for an elegant storage unit in most homes, especially in a den where

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Storage Units

Materials

Bronze

French Neogothic Oak Side Table, Little Coffer or Stool, circa 1890
French Neogothic Oak Side Table, Little Coffer or Stool, circa 1890

French Neogothic Oak Side Table, Little Coffer or Stool, circa 1890

Located in Labrit, Landes

can serve as a small side table, stool, or storage unit, depending on your needs. Neo-gothic style. In

Category

1890s French Gothic Revival Antique Storage Units

Materials

Oak

19th-Century Portuguese Cabinet on Stand – Exquisite National Style
19th-Century Portuguese Cabinet on Stand – Exquisite National Style

19th-Century Portuguese Cabinet on Stand – Exquisite National Style

Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR

finials, adds an exquisite decorative element. This cabinet not only serves as a functional storage unit

Category

1880s Portuguese Other Antique Storage Units

Materials

Brass

Art Populaire Monoxylite Cabinet, Ardèche, 19th Century
Art Populaire Monoxylite Cabinet, Ardèche, 19th Century

Art Populaire Monoxylite Cabinet, Ardèche, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

Piece; Storage Unit; Cupboard; Wood; France; Monoxylite; Hand Carved; Organic; Ardèche; Alpine; Luxury

Category

19th Century French Rustic Antique Storage Units

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Black Tansu / Cabinet Dresser / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Black Tansu / Cabinet Dresser / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Black Tansu / Cabinet Dresser / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture

-duty iron carrying handles, a reminder of its historical use as a mobile storage unit. Condition

Category

Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Storage Units

Materials

Iron

Primitive Rustic European Farmhouse Dresser Display Unit with Storage Shelves
Primitive Rustic European Farmhouse Dresser Display Unit with Storage Shelves

Primitive Rustic European Farmhouse Dresser Display Unit with Storage Shelves

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

A beautiful unique rustic dresser unit, originates from a Hungarian village farmhouse. A very old

Category

Mid-19th Century Hungarian Primitive Antique Storage Units

Materials

Elm, Pine

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Cabinet with Drawers and Doors
Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Cabinet with Drawers and Doors

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Red Lacquer Cabinet with Drawers and Doors

Located in Yonkers, NY

-century artifact. This antique storage unit radiates with a rich red lacquer finish, infusing an exotic

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Storage Units

Materials

Bronze

19th Century New England Original Painted Two-Door Wall Cupboard
19th Century New England Original Painted Two-Door Wall Cupboard

19th Century New England Original Painted Two-Door Wall Cupboard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. This heavy cupboard is a great storage unit for collection of dishes or clothing. It is square nail

Category

Mid-19th Century American Country Antique Storage Units

Materials

Pine

19thC Antique Mahogany Shelving Unit Book Case Sideboard with Drawer Storage
19thC Antique Mahogany Shelving Unit Book Case Sideboard with Drawer Storage

19thC Antique Mahogany Shelving Unit Book Case Sideboard with Drawer Storage

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

baluster legs with its original brown pot castors. Ideally suited as a decorative shelving unit or bookcase

Category

Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Storage Units

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Mahogany George II Chest of Drawers
18th Century Mahogany George II Chest of Drawers

18th Century Mahogany George II Chest of Drawers

Located in New York, NY

, elegant storage unit in your home. Dimensions: 40.5 in. width 21 in. depth 71 in. height 36 in. top

Category

18th Century English George II Antique Storage Units

Materials

Mahogany

Travail Populaire Cabinet, Ardèche, France, 19th Century
Travail Populaire Cabinet, Ardèche, France, 19th Century

Travail Populaire Cabinet, Ardèche, France, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

; Storage Piece; Storage Unit; Cupboard; Wood; Axel Vervoordt; Zen; Luxury Chalet Style; Ardèche; France

Category

19th Century French Rustic Antique Storage Units

Materials

Wood

Late Qing Dynasty Pine Chest with Brass Hardware and Bracket Feet
Late Qing Dynasty Pine Chest with Brass Hardware and Bracket Feet

Late Qing Dynasty Pine Chest with Brass Hardware and Bracket Feet

Located in Yonkers, NY

storage unit. The chest features a rectangular planked lid opening thanks to a traditional brass lock to

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Storage Units

Materials

Brass

Travail Populaire Folk Art Wabi-Sabi Monoxylite Cupboard, 19th Century
Travail Populaire Folk Art Wabi-Sabi Monoxylite Cupboard, 19th Century

Travail Populaire Folk Art Wabi-Sabi Monoxylite Cupboard, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

Piece; Storage Unit; Wood; France; Monoxyle; Hand Carved; Organic; Alpine; Luxury Chalet Style; French

Category

19th Century English Mid-Century Modern Antique Storage Units

Materials

Wood

19th Century Rustic Monoxylite Cabinet, Solid Wood, Wabi-Sabi Style
19th Century Rustic Monoxylite Cabinet, Solid Wood, Wabi-Sabi Style

19th Century Rustic Monoxylite Cabinet, Solid Wood, Wabi-Sabi Style

Located in Antwerp, BE

; Storage Piece; Storage Unit; Cupboard; Wood; Axel Vervoordt; Zen; Luxury Chalet Style; Ardèche; France

Category

19th Century French Rustic Antique Storage Units

Materials

Wood

Rustic Art Populaire Monoxylite Cupboard, Ardèche, France, 19th Century
Rustic Art Populaire Monoxylite Cupboard, Ardèche, France, 19th Century

Rustic Art Populaire Monoxylite Cupboard, Ardèche, France, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

Piece; Storage Unit; Wood; France; Monoxyle; Hand Carved; Organic; Alpine; Luxury Chalet Style; 19th

Category

19th Century French Rustic Antique Storage Units

Materials

Wood

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Antique Storage Units For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique storage units available for sale. The range of distinct antique storage units — often made from wood, metal and softwood — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of antique storage units available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Industrial, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern antique storage units are consistently popular styles. Many antique storage units are appealing in their simplicity, but Théodore Scherf, Cado and Drentea produced popular antique storage units that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Storage Units?

Prices for antique storage units start at $495 and top out at $45,000 with the average selling for $3,200.

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.

Questions About Antique Storage Units
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To store handbags in a storage unit, first choose the right type of storage facility. Look for one that has climate controls in place to protect your bags from extreme temperatures and moisture. Generally, it's best to store bags upright in their original dustbags. To help them hold their shape, stuff them with acid-free tissue paper or white cotton towels before putting them in storage. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of handbags.

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