Black Etagere
Vintage 1920s Slovak Art Deco Shelves
Beech
20th Century Shelves
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Shelves
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Cut Steel, Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Side Tables
Beech
Mid-20th Century French Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Aluminum, Brass
Antique 1860s Italian Napoleon III Shelves
Ebony, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Bookcases
Bamboo, Lacquer
Vintage 1930s French Bauhaus Shelves
Metal, Steel
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s American Post-Modern Shelves
Metal
20th Century North American Bookcases
Glass, Resin
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shelves
Metal, Steel
Vintage 1960s French Shelves
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Shelves
Bamboo
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Iron
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases
Lacquer
20th Century Shelves
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Side Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Aluminum
Antique 19th Century European Planters and Jardinieres
Iron
20th Century British Country Shelves
Iron
Late 20th Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Antique 19th Century British Regency Bookcases
Bronze
Vintage 1960s American Shelves
Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Rattan, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Shelves
Granite, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Shelves
Brass
Early 20th Century Spanish Side Tables
Iron
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Shelves
Iron
20th Century Philippine Shelves
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass, Bronze, Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Reeded Glass
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mirror, Bamboo
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Late 20th Century Shelves
Vintage 1970s French Porcelain
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Steel
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Brass
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass, Steel
20th Century English Georgian Shelves
Mahogany
2010s British Modern Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1980s Unknown Bookcases
Wicker
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Antique 1870s American Aesthetic Movement Side Tables
Wood
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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.
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