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1930s Rockford Furniture Jacobean Style Handcrafted Secretary Desk
By Rockford National Furniture Company 1
Located in Germantown, MD
practical and versatile piece of furniture. Whether used in a dining room, living room, bedroom or den, it
Category

Early 20th Century Jacobean Secretaires

Materials

Brass

Individual Glass Pane Double Doors Pencil Inlay Flame Mahogany Show Case
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
C. 1920s flame mahogany individual glass panes double doors display cabinet curio showcase.
Category

20th Century American Federal Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Modular Wall Unit by Rud Thygesen for Hg Furniture, Denmark, 1960s
By Rud Thygesen, HG Furniture
Located in Ranst, VAN
Danish modular wall unit by Rud Thygesen for HG Furtniture. This teak setup has one drawer cabinet, one storage cabinet, three display cabinets and 17 bookshelves. The cabinets are m...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Teak

Mid Century Book Case & Display
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The Mid Century Book Case & Display epitomizes a captivating fusion of industrial pragmatism and
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Early 2000s Shelves

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Book Case & Display
Mid Century Book Case & Display
H 42 in W 25.5 in D 9 in
Modern Glass Cube Display Case
Located in New York, NY
Modern Glass Cube Display Case with 12 shelves and chrome connectors, apparently unmarked
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20th Century Unknown Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass

Modern Glass Cube Display Case
Modern Glass Cube Display Case
H 42.5 in W 32.25 in D 10.5 in
Zougei Furniture Sculptural shelf room divider
By Zougei
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Forest house Sculptural table by Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This shelf
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2010s Japanese Tribal Shelves

Materials

Wood

Zougei Furniture Sculptural shelf room divider
Zougei Furniture Sculptural shelf room divider
H 43.31 in W 66.54 in D 13.78 in
Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand LC35 Maison du Brésil Set by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Corbusier saw it, the wardrobe would separate the entrance hall and the bathroom block from the bedroom and
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets

Materials

Metal

Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand LC35 Maison du Brésil Set by Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Le Corbusier, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Corbusier saw it, the wardrobe would separate the entrance hall and the bathroom block from the bedroom and
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Book Cases & Display - Pair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
The Mid Century Book Cases & Display - Pair represents a captivating blend of practicality and
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Early 2000s Shelves

Materials

Iron

Mid Century Book Cases & Display - Pair
Mid Century Book Cases & Display - Pair
H 48.5 in W 31.25 in D 8.5 in
Small Baker Furniture Co. Chippendale Style Whatnot
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Chippendale style whatnot by Baker Furniture company. Fretwork sides and two drawers.
Category

20th Century American Chippendale Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Case Storage Piece with Shelves
Located in New York, NY
An elegant antique case storage piece with top glass shelf and storage shelves, circa early 20th
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Early 20th Century European Shelves

Materials

Brass

Antique Case Storage Piece with Shelves
Antique Case Storage Piece with Shelves
H 31.44 in W 8.94 in D 6.25 in
Baker and Co. Three Shelf Display Cases, Pair
By William Baker & Co.
Located in Pasadena, CA
Three shelf brass and glass baker and company display case. beautiful edges on all corners. The
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Rustic Wood Wall Furniture with Metal Mortar
Located in Barcelona, ES
Transport your living space back in time with this enchanting rustic wood wall furniture piece
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Vintage 1940s Spanish Rustic Shelves

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Eastlake Walnut Bookcase Display Case
By Charles Locke Eastlake
Located in Chicago, IL
display case/bookcase is just a gorgeous piece of antique furniture. It is in extremely good condition for
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Pair French Antique Side Chests w/ "Faux Book" 'Real Leather Book Spines' Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
. These antique side chests from France each feature beautiful book-matched veneer tops over a case which
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Early 20th Century French Night Stands

Materials

Leather, Wood

2 Night Stands in 'Parchament Leather', and Wood, 1957, American
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
religious freedom was assured, in many cases the of the family travel first until they were settled and then
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Vintage 1950s American Space Age Night Stands

Materials

Leather, Wood

1940s Frankson Furniture Mahogany Chippendale 4-Tier Narrow Bookcase Bookshelf
Located in Germantown, MD
Early 20th century Frankson furniture Chippendale Solid mahogany narrow bookcase, bookshelf
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Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Earth-Sky Bookcase Furniture from the 50s in Wood
Located in None, IT
Floor-to-ceiling wooden bookcase with three modules, features ceiling elements which, thanks to a sliding system, can be adjusted in height with gilded brass tips, includes 5 shelves...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Shelves

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Book Case with a Drawer at the Bottom
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Art Deco Book Case with a Drawer at the Bottom This charming little shelf unit has a gallery to
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Wall-mounted furniture designed by Nisse Strinning and produced by String Sweden
By Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Wall-mounted furniture designed by Nisse Strinning and produced by String in Sweden around 1960
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Vintage Mid Century Modern Retro Glass Case Cabinet or Bookcase
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Retro Glass Case Cabinet or Bookcase. Beautiful and minimalist design
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Art Glass, Walnut

Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf
By HG Furniture
Located in Kensington, MD
) Furniture, Denmark. Dimension: W 37? x D 16.75? x H 80?
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

60s 70s Shelf Wall Shelf Whb Germany String Shelf Danish Design
By WHB furniture
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
60s 70s shelf wall shelf WHB Germany string shelf Danish design Object: wall shelf Manufacturer: WHB Condition: good Age: around 1960-1970 Dimensions: 271cm x 41,5cm x 189cm 51...
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Vintage 1970s German Shelves

Materials

Metal

Jim Rose - Shaker Inspired Chest of Drawers, Steel Furniture Natural Rust Patina
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
interpretation of the Shaker design is a result of intense research and field study of Shaker furniture
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Steel

1950's stitched leather book case or shelve by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Very nice Stitched leather book shelves by Jacques Adnet Great condition France
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Vintage 1950s European Shelves

Materials

Brass

WHB 3-Bay Shelving System in black, Germany, 1960s
By WHB furniture
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Freestanding shelving system by WHB, designed and produced in Germany in the 1960s. Metal and black painted wood design, easy to install and adjust. The system features three cabinet...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Chrome, Smoked Glass and Mirror Étagère/ Book case
Located in New York, NY
This stunning étagère was created by the legendary Pioneer of Mid-Century Modern design, circa 1970. It is the ultimate expression of sophisticated modern design with its elemental b...
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

String Shelf System, Bookcase with Bar Cabinet Teak by WHB Germany, 1950s
By WHB furniture
Located in Gaggenau, DE
a very unique and wonderful String shelving system unite made of Teak wood by WHB Deutschland, 1960s Dimentions: H: 190 cm W: 217 cm D: 42 cm The height of the base cabine...
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Modern Wall Unit
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Sorry, we are no longer offering reclaimed oak. If you like this design, please contact us for pricing on other wood species! This modern wall unit for Bertu Home is made to order a...
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2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Modern Wall Unit
Modern Wall Unit
H 80 in W 49 in D 15 in
Victorian Pine Open Book Case, Wall Shelves This is an excellent quality piece
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Victorian Pine Open Book Case, Wall Shelves This is an excellent quality piece, The book case is
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Antique 1880s Victorian Shelves

Materials

Pine

Freestanding Shelf by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Architectural freestanding shelf unit, manufactured by Lane Furniture. This stylish shelf features
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Freestanding Shelf by Lane
Freestanding Shelf by Lane
H 76.25 in W 36.25 in D 18 in
1971 MCM Lane Dresser Credenza Buffet Tower Suite Collection Walnut & Rosewood
By Lane Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Spectacular vintage Mid-Century Modern dresser, credenza, buffet, or sideboard Lane Furniture Tower
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Chrome & Smoked Glass & Mirror Étagère/ Book Case by DIA
By Design Institute America
Located in New York, NY
This is a first rate example of one of DIA's iconic designs. Constructed from lustrous chrome and smoked glass, the piece also features a mirrored bottom which echoes the highly refl...
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Desk or Vanity by Lane, Tuxedo series with chair
By Lane Furniture
Located in South Charleston, WV
all bedroom pieces such as dressers. Knee hole allows 23" in width and 24.5" tall. Refinished with
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

Bed Art Deco, 1930, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
and religious freedom was assured, in many cases the of the family travel first until they were
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Bed Art Deco, 1930, French
Bed Art Deco, 1930, French
H 33.27 in W 76.78 in D 35.44 in
Jugendstil, Art Nouveau, Liberty Headboard, 1900, France
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
freedom was assured, in many cases the of the family travel first until they were settled and then the
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Wood

Furniture for Havana Cigars, Puros, Attributed to Koloman Moser and Werkstatte
By Koloman Moser
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Furniture for havana cigars, puros, attributed to Koloman Moser and Wiener Werkstatte. Material
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Pair Henredon Campaign Style Walnut Bookcases Display Cases or Shelves Brass Det
By Henredon
Located in Topeka, KS
vintage pair of Campaign style bookcases, display cases, or shelves by Henredon!! Comprised of walnut
Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Founders Style Mid Century Walnut and Cane Display Shelf
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Countryside, IL
deep x 77.5 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Cane, Walnut

1960s Chippendale Style Blue Painted Rattan Shelf / Etagere by McGuire
By McGuire
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a rattan shelving unit or etagere by McGuire out of San Francisco. It is marked and in very good condition. The piece has glass shelves that are 10.5 inches deep. My ship...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Chinese Chippendale Shelves

Materials

Paint, Rattan

Burl Walnut Adjustable Shelves Two Doors One Drawer Antique Bookcase Cabinet
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Burl walnut adjustable shelves two doors one drawer antique bookcase cabinet.
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20th Century American Eastlake Shelves

Materials

Brass

All Wrapped in Tooled Leather Massive Decorative Columns 2 Part Bookcase Hutch
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
All Wrapped in tooled leather massive decorative columns 2 part bookcase hutch wall shelving unit Etagere SHARP!
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Glass and Polished Stainless Steel Shelf Unit Style of Pace
By Pace Furniture Company
Located in Ferndale, MI
Glass and polished stainless steel shelf unit possibly pace. Five 3/8 thick glass shelves plus top and bottom. Some chips to edge of glass at mounting points.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair Of Vintage Campaign Luggage Cases, English, Leather, Bedroom Nightstands
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of vintage campaign luggage cases. An English, leather and brass bedside nightstand
Category

Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Loico Bookcase by Angelo Mangiarotti in White Carrara Marble
By Skipper, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Madrid, ES
Mangiarotti, exemplifies his visionary approach, making it more than just a piece of furniture – it's a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Carrara Marble

Poul Cadovius Teak Royal Wall System Denmark
By Royal, Poul Cadovius
Located in Den Haag, NL
For sale this original Poul Cadovius wall system .Two cabinets One with Three drawers .And one with folding door Desk cabinet . comes with 6 shelves . 3 Uprights and the hardware .V...
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Poul Cadovius Teak Royal Wall System Denmark
Poul Cadovius Teak Royal Wall System Denmark
H 60.63 in W 64.97 in D 14.97 in
Mid-Century Modern Royal Free Standing Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Royal
Located in Amsterdam, NL
-catcher in your home or office. We will ship this lovely piece of furniture in a custom made wooden crate
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Finn Juhl Wall Shelving for Baker
By Baker Furniture Company, Finn Juhl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
number of combinations. Baker tags on each cabinet. Each case piece is 13" high X 32" long X 11.5" deep.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Shelves

Materials

Birch

Finn Juhl Wall Shelving for Baker
Finn Juhl Wall Shelving for Baker
H 13 in W 32 in D 11.5 in
Piccolo Étagère Anni 50, in faggio e vetro, marrone chiaro
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Étagère in legno di faggio e vetro. Un elegante Étagère, accuratamente restaurato dal nostro laboratorio con intervento di rinnovo totale della lucidatura, la parte lignea ritorna co...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Beech

Jack Cartwright for Founders Secretary with Drawers
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Cartwright for Founders Furniture Co. This highly functional and truly versatile case good can be used in a
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

Bamboo Rattan Decorative Shelf Etagere
By Ficks Reed, McGuire
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Bamboo Rattan decorative shelf Etagere.
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Reed

20th Century Danish, American Vintage Walnut Sideboard by Finn Juhl & Baker
By Finn Juhl, Baker Furniture Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
started learning about art, but later on is father convinced him to study architecture. He learned
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Spanish Revival Century Furniture Oak Side Chair Cognac Leather Nailhead Details
By Century Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
Marvelous vintage Spanish Revival Century Furniture side chair comprised of a dark stained oak
Category

Vintage 1940s American Spanish Colonial Side Chairs

Materials

Metal

Rustic A. Brandt Ranch Oak Secretary Style Drop Front Student Desk with Bookcase
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in Topeka, KS
finish signature to A. Brandt furniture. It features a fabulous drop front desktop with a black laminate
Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Secretaires

Materials

Metal

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mengel Drop Front Secretary Desk by Raymond Loewy
By Raymond Lowey, Mengel Furniture Co.
Located in Topeka, KS
an oak case, cerused oak drawer fronts, and black iron hardware and legs. Beautiful condition
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Metal

MCM Bow Shape Chrome Étagère 5 Smoked Glass Shelves Style of James David or DIA
By James David Furniture, Design Institute America
Located in Topeka, KS
Gorgeous Mid-Century Modern étagère comprised of a bow shape chrome frame and 5 bowed smoked glass shelves. Done in the style of James David or Design Institute of America aka DIA. B...
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Modern Lightolier Lamp Gerald Thurston 1952 Case Study Home
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
Case Study House need new lamps? This marvelous specimen is sure to be a welcome addition! These lamps
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Wolfgang Hoffmann Romweber World's Fair Century of Progress Sideboard
By Wolfgang Hoffmann, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Forney, TX
bedroom by Tennessee Furniture Corporation; tables and a desk inthe living room by Wabash Cabinet Company
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Birch, Mahogany, Rosewood

Mid Century Modern Articulating Lightolier Lamp Gerald Thurston Case Study Home
By Gerald Thurston
Located in Peoria, AZ
TERRA COTTA Color Does your Case Study House need new lamps? This marvelous specimen is sure to be a
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-20th Hollywood Regency Credenza or Dresser by Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furn
By Johnson Furniture Company, Renzo Rutili
Located in Topeka, KS
, period revival, residential furniture. Johnson produced wood residential furniture for the bedroom, while
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Brass

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Case Study Bedroom Furniture For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of case study bedroom furniture for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and glass. Find 12700 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of case study bedroom furniture now, or shop our selection of 1619 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each choice in our collection of case study bedroom furniture bearing mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made object in our assortment of case study bedroom furniture over the years, but those crafted by Poul Cadovius, Nils Nisse Strinning and Milo Baughman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Case Study Bedroom Furniture?

Prices for a piece of case study bedroom furniture start at $1 and top out at $450,140,320 with the average selling for $2,497.

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.

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