Book Etagere
Antique Early 1900s Korean Other Furniture
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
2010s American Minimalist Shelves
Lacquer, Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Burl
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Rattan, Glass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Shelves
Rattan
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
1990s American Shelves
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century English Shelves
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Industrial Bookcases
Slate, Iron
20th Century Philippine Campaign Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Cabinets
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage 1930s American Cabinets
Rattan
Antique 19th Century Italian Napoleon III Shelves
Giltwood
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Renaissance Shelves
Wood
Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Shelves
Bamboo, Organic Material
Antique Early 1900s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Bamboo, Organic Material
Vintage 1950s Cabinets
Rattan
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Rattan
Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Shelves
Bamboo
Vintage 1980s Coat Racks and Stands
Rattan
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts
Glass, Maple, Burl
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Metal
Late 20th Century Shelves
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Metal
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome, Steel
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Bookcases
Beech
2010s English Regency Shelves
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Iron
2010s American American Classical Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1970s Indonesian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Music Stands
Oak
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Metal
Antique 19th Century Chinese Bookcases
Elm
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rattan, Faux Bamboo
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
20th Century French Art Deco Bookcases
Vintage 1940s Sheraton Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Shelves
Beech
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Metal
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Shelves
Beech
Vintage 1960s Spanish Louis XV Bookcases
Marble, Brass
Vintage 1950s American Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Shelves
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Bookcases
Metal, Iron
Vintage 1930s French Bookcases
20th Century American Bookcases
Metal
20th Century Unknown Bookcases
Iron, Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Shelves
Bronze
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Shelves
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan
Italian Shelves
Wood
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets 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.
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