Cadovius Bar
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Shelves
Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments
Walnut
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Chairs
Raffia, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Steel
Vintage 1950s Danish Side Chairs
Teak
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Game Tables
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Glass, Mirror, Formica, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Game Tables
Leather, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Game Tables
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Game Tables
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Laminate, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Platters and Serveware
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Dry Bars
Glass, Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mirror, Teak
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas
Wool, Cotton
21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Night Stands
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Armchairs
Bouclé
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Wood, Poplar, Burl
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mirror, Wood, Teak
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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.