Black Lacquer Modern Wall Unit
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Reclaimed Wood
Vintage 1960s German Bauhaus Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s German Bauhaus Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Granite, Marble, Brass
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Stainless Steel, Chrome, Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Plywood, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Chrome
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Wall-mounted Sculptures
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Vitrines
Plywood, Lacquer
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Dry Bars
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass, Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Commodes an...
Oak, Lacquer
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Iron
2010s Portuguese Modern Stools
Plywood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1960s French Modern Decorative Art
Iron
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Desks
Iron
2010s English Minimalist Side Tables
Wood, Lacquer
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Desks
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass, Gold Leaf
Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Dry Bars
Glass, Lacquer, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Brutalist Credenzas
Concrete, Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Mahogany, Plywood, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Iron, Brass
Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Wood, Teak
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1960s German Post-Modern Cabinets
Plastic, Fabric
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Metal
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Upholstery
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Steel
2010s French Organic Modern Sofas
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
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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, 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 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.