Arched Display Cabinet
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vitrines
Metal, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Chrome
Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Vitrines
Fabric, Glass, Wood
Antique 1870s English Gothic Revival Vitrines
Oak
Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Vitrines
Fabric, Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century French Victorian Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Vitrines
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Brass, Chrome
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Vitrines
Mahogany
Antique 1790s Italian Neoclassical Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Gesso, Glass, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Mid-20th Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Vitrines
Walnut
Antique 1870s French Cabinets
Kingwood
Antique 1870s French Cabinets
Kingwood
Antique 1810s British Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Mahogany
20th Century French Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1940s North American Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Shelves
Rattan, Glass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Brass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Corner Cupboards
20th Century Brazilian Cabinets
Metal
Late 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Antique 19th Century English Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 1870s English Victorian Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Italian Rococo Bookcases
Wood, Giltwood
Antique 19th Century French Country Vitrines
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
Early 20th Century North American Gothic Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1970s Asian Bohemian Shelves
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Shelves
Brass, Metal
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Modern Vitrines
Glass, Mirror, Maple, Burl
Antique Late 19th Century English Colonial Revival Bookcases
Cut Glass, Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Cabinets
Vintage 1980s Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
20th Century Dutch Bookcases
Glass
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Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023The purpose of a display cabinet is to protect items while keeping them visible. Glass panels allow you to see what's inside, but the enclosed design keeps out dust and debris. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of display cabinets.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Another common name for a display cabinet is a display case. People may also call them show cabinets, show cases or vitrines. By any name, this type of case good allows people to view and display decorative objects, collectibles, trophies and other objects while it protects the contents with glass doors. On 1stDibs, find a variety of display cabinets.
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