18th Century William & Mary Walnut Bureau
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A good Late William and Mary walnut bureau, Circa 1710. The fall-front with bookrest and herringbone banded throughout. The fitted interior with pigeon holes and drawers including t...
Walnut
Edward Wormley Model 5455 Mid Century Open Frame Mahogany and Brass Bookshelf
By Edward Wormley
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Edward Wormley Model 5455 Mid Century Open Frame Mahogany and Brass Bookshelf This bookshelf measures: 48 wide x 16.5 deep x 76.5 inches high Good Vintage Condition - Areas of Stai...
Brass
Neoclassic Louis XVI Style Steel and Bronze Desk by John Vesey c 1960/70's
By John Vesey
Located in New York, NY
Rare John Vesey Neoclassic Louis XVI style desk, library table circa 1960's. The desk is constructed of stainless steel, with cast brass trim ( brass elements made by P.E. Guerin ...
Bronze, Stainless Steel
Pair of Regency Mahogany Bookcase, Attributed to Marsh & Tatham
By Marsh and Tatham
Located in Dundalk, IE
A Fine pair of Regency Mahogany & Ebonised Two Door Bookcases The stepped moulded cornices with bronze Patrea mounts, above two long glazed doors, supported by ebonised cluster colum...
Bronze
Bureau à cylindre de style Louis XVI en marqueterie époque Napoléon III
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Bureau à cylindre de style Louis XVI en marqueterie époque Napoléon III Présence d'une fissure sur le cylindre et quelques éclats de placage
Wood
English Painted Desk/ Bedside Table
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 3 drawer painted oak desk/ bedside table, newly made. Height under rail 59cm
Pine
Mid-Century modern scandinavian secretary in rosewood
By Torbjørn Afdal, Bruksbo
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century modern scandinavian writing desk of rosewood. Three small drawers on the upper tier. Writing surface with black leather inset, opening to reveal two compartments. Very f...
Rosewood
Bamboo and Lacquer Etagere 1900, H 56.5" W 23" Depth 13" Aesthetic Movement.
Located in Buchanan, MI
Bamboo and Lacquer Etagere 1900, H 56.5" W 23" Depth 13" 1 PC Great color and patination. Lovely Chinoiserie decoration. Aesthetic Movement. Frequently made in England. Small mirro...
Bamboo
18th Century Dutch Neoclassical Stripped Oak Secretary ~ Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare and exceptional late 18th century Dutch Neoclassical secretary bookcase crafted in oak and expertly stripped to reveal the natural grain, precise construction, and quality of it...
Brass
$20,000Sale Price|20% Off
18th Century Antique Georgian Bureau, Hand-Crafted Burr Walnut
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An Early English Georgian Bureau, 18th Century Description: The burr walnut cabinet surmounted with a cavetto moulded cornice, over two doors, each with inset arched mirror in cros...
Wood
French Provincial Desk in Ebonized Polychrome, late 18th century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PROVINCIAL EIGHT-LEGGED "MAZARIN" PEDESTAL DESK IN BLACK PAINT France, circa last quarter of the 18th century 32 1/8" H x 26" D x 61 5/8" W, 22" H from the ground to the underside ...
Wood
19th Century Danish Carved Oak Desk with Angels and Trestle Base
Located in Round Top, TX
19th century Danish desk, crafted in oak with dramatic hand carved details throughout. Four carved angels or putti form the substantial supports or legs beneath the desk, resting on ...
Oak
Freestanding desk 'Model 36' designed by Severin Hansen Jr.
By Severin Hansen Jr., Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Stockholm, SE
This iconic 'Model 36' desk designed by Severin Hansen Jr. and produced by Haslev Møbelsnedkeri in the 1960s is one of Hansen's most famous designs. Executed in Brazilian rosewood, t...
Rosewood
2x Midcentury Bücherregal Steelcase mcm Vintage Design Regal
By Steelcase
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten eins von zwei wunderschönen Bücherregalen des US-amerikanischen Qualitätsherstellers Steelcase zum Verkauf an. Die Regale stammen vermutlich aus den 1970er-80er Jahren und...
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic Danish modern bookcase crafted in teak, featuring warm wood tones, beautiful natural grain, and clean, understated lines. Designed with a versatile profile, this piece offers...
Teak
Pair of Vintage Teak Bookcases by Sun Cabinet Co.
By Sun Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage teak bookcases by Sun Cabinet Co., featuring warm teak tones, beautiful natural wood grain, and a clean, understated silhouette. The versatile design offers ample spa...
Teak
Lawson-Fenning San Rafael Bookshelf, Natural Walnut, Modern American Bookcase
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The San Rafael Bookshelf - Tall by Lawson-Fenning is robust in construction with graceful contours. With the ability to add drawers, it has a high level of versatility. The Lawson-...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Model 606 Wall Unit Shelf by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, 1950s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Hamburg, DE
Modular shelving system by Vitsoe, based on a design by Dieter Rams from the late 1950s. A minimalist design classic that really needs no introduction. Shown here in the black versio...
Metal
Kittinger Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase, Circa 1960s
By Kittinger
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style lighted breakfront bookcase, dining cabinet, or display cabinet By Kittinger USA, Circa 1960s Beautiful carved mahogany, with mullioned gl...
Glass, Mahogany, Lacquer
Louis XV/louis XVI Transition-style Marquetry Secretary Desk
Located in Beaune, FR
Small ladies' writing desk in marquetry, in the Louis XV/Louis XVI Transition style. Cube marquetry on the sides, musical motifs on the front, and a Carrara white marble top with bea...
Marble, Bronze
$3,666Sale Price|20% Off
Ex Bletchley Park Museum Showcase
Located in London, GB
Museum Showcase that was used at the exhibition of Churchill Bletchley Park C1900 Good Condition
Mahogany
Børge Mogensen - Scandinavian Bookcase/display Cabinet, Model 129
Located in Beaune, FR
Scandinavian teak bookcase/display cabinet, Model 129, designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler. This display cabinet is in good condition, entirely original, and features two s...
Fruitwood
Gothic-style Oak Desk / Table
Located in Beaune, FR
Stunning Gothic-style carved oak desk/table. Richly carved and openwork base. High-quality 19th-century French craftsmanship. Dimensions Total height: 77 cm Height at the wais...
Oak
Louis XVI Secretary Desk With Marquetry, Stamped "jean Lapie, Paris"
By Jean Lapie
Located in BARSAC, FR
Jean Lapie, known as “the Younger” (born in 1734). Cabinetmaker. Paris.Became a master craftsman on July 31, 1762. Brother of Nicolas-Alexandre Lapie. Louis XVI-era secretary desk...
Rosewood
Curved Walnut Secretary Desk In The Louis XV Style
Located in Beaune, FR
A rare and magnificent, richly carved Louis XV-style walnut secretary desk. A superb piece, very elegant and of exceptional quality. This secretary desk opens with a large drawer at...
Walnut
Antique Swedish Country Pine Corner Display Cabinet
Located in Sheffield, MA
An aged patina pine Swedish country corner cupboard. The interior is painted a green, typical of the country of origin, creating a contrast to whatever you choose to display. This pi...
Pine
Carlo de Carli for Fiarm, Black Modular Corner Bookcase, Italy, 1970s
By Fiarm
Located in Naples, IT
Designed by the renowned Milanese architect and designer Carlo De Carli for Fiarm in the 1970s, this bookcase represents a perfect blend of architectural functionality and formal inn...
Bentwood
Mid-Century teak desk with drawers, Denmark, 1961
Located in Torino, IT
This Danish writing desk from 1961 is one of those pieces of furniture that, in the 1960s, combined a striking presence with an extremely practical approach to household work. The ge...
Teak
Lawson-Fenning Maker's Console, Oak & Perforated Metal, Modern Bookshelf
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Maker's console is made of American walnut or white oak and rests on a blackened steel base. Features two shelves and a perforated steel detail on the back. The Lawson-Fenning ...
Steel
$2,310Sale Price|30% Off
Antique American Federal Hepplewhite Mahogany Slant Drop Front Secretary Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
This antique American Federal period Hepplewhite slant-front desk is meticulously crafted from warm, richly grained mahogany dating back to the early 19th century (circa 1800–1820). ...
Brass
Double-Sided Oak Shop Counter with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, France, Early 1900s
Located in LYON, FR
Maison Lecan presents this large early 20th-century shop counter, remarkable for being fitted out on both sides. Made of solid oak and oak veneer, it shows careful cabinetmaking. Th...
Brass
Rare American Federal Mahogany Cylinder Desk, Baltimore or Annapolis ca. 1800
Located in Shippensburg, PA
AMERICAN FEDERAL INLAID MAHOGANY CYLINDER DESK Maryland, probably Baltimore or Annapolis circa 1800-10 44 1/4" H x 22 5/8" D x 44 1/4" W 30 5/8" knee clearance with writing surface ...
Brass
Carlo Contin "Cross" White Stained Ash Wood Shelf Bookcase for Meritalia
By Carlo Contin, Meritalia
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Designed by Carlo Contin for Meritalia®, Cross is a striking ash wood bookcase that reveals its structure and essence through the bold gesture of an intersecting frame. Balancing arc...
Ash
Carlo Contin "Cross" Black Stained Ash Wood Shelf Bookcase for Meritalia
By Meritalia, Carlo Contin
Located in Varedo, Lombardia
Designed by Carlo Contin for Meritalia®, Cross is a striking ash wood bookcase that reveals its structure and essence through the bold gesture of an intersecting frame. Balancing arc...
Ash
19th Century french Louis Philippe Walnut 4-Door Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Fine French Louis Philippe Walnut 4-Door Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet France, circa 1880 A very elegant late 19th-century French Louis Philippe solid walnut four door breakfront ...
Walnut
Vintage Pine Five-Shelf Bookcase, 73-Inch Open Display Cabinet
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A tall, shallow vintage pine bookcase with five open shelves and an understated rustic presence. Its narrow depth makes it especially useful for books, ceramics, records, or collecte...
Pine
EXQUISITE PAIR OF REGENCY STYLE HARDWOOD WATERFALL DWARF LIBRARY BOOKCASEs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this beautiful matching pair of mahogany dwarf open library bookcases, designed in the elegant Regency tradi...
Hardwood
Berkey & Gay Style Antique Chippendale Carved Walnut Bookcase, Circa 1920s
By Berkey & Gay Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Chippendale or Georgian style bookcase, bar cabinet, or dining cabinet In the manner of Berkey & Gay (labeled Grand Rapids made) USA, Circa 1920s Carved wal...
Brass
Paul Evans Cityscape Brass and Stainless Steel Bookcase, First Series, 1971
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Conversano, IT
Overview An exceptional “Cityscape” bookcase designed by Paul Evans and produced by Directional USA in 1971, part of the first series of the celebrated Cityscape collection, distingu...
Brass, Steel
1960s Swedish Freestanding Teak Bookcase With Black Lacquered Legs
Located in Berkeley, CA
This 1960s teak bookcase brings a bold graphic touch to classic Scandinavian storage, with tall side gables ebonized in black lacquer that frame open teak shelving in striking contra...
Teak
1950s Scandinavian Design Teak Bookcase With Black Lacquered Uprights
Located in Berkeley, CA
This 1950s Swedish teak bookcase pairs warm wood tones with striking black-lacquered side panels for a bold graphic look. The open shelving offers generous display space for books an...
Teak
A Gorgeous Neat Size 19th Century Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase
Located in Dublin, IE
A gorgeous 19th Century Victorian well figured walnut open bookcase of neat proportions and exceptional quality. This fabulous piece is finely hand carved with beautifully rich pati...
Walnut
1950's Tall English Haberdashery Shelved Cabinet, Sixteen Drawers 'Model 1244.1'
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Tall English Haberdashery Shelved cabinet – Sixteen drawers (Model 1244.1) 1950’s Tall English Haberdashery Shelved cabinet – Sixteen drawers. An early 1950’s tall haberdashe...
Oak
19th Century Antique Swedish Rococo-Style Grey Painted Pine Secretary Desk
Located in Kvidinge, SE
A beautiful antique Secretary in grey with a touch of blue and a beautiful patina. The lid is decorated with two panels. When opened, the lid rests on two wooden supports. It has an ...
Brass
19th Century Louis XV Secretary Desk, Rococo Style with Brass Accents
Located in High Point, NC
An elegant Louis XV secretary desk combining decorative styling with practical storage. Featuring refined curves and brass accents, the piece reflects the Rococo influence of the per...
Wood
19th Century Louis XV Style Desk with Brass Details, French Antique
Located in High Point, NC
A refined Louis XV style desk featuring graceful curves, brass detailing, and functional casters for mobility. The design balances elegance with practicality, reflecting the refined ...
Wood
Rare Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Brass Coat Rack by Carl Auböck, Model 3760
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
We believe this is the first time this very early and important piece hits the market. This exceptional mid-century modern wall-mounted coat rack and hat rack is a definitive design...
Brass
Breakfront Secretary Bookcase, circa 1785
Located in Greenwich, CT
A George III breakfront secretary bookcase of refined design and superb craftsmanship. Features include finely figured mahogany timber, an upper case with adjustable shelving and ei...
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Georgian Style Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Early 20th century Edwardian Georgian style bookcase cabinet, English. Bevelled glass upper doors over 2 drawers over cabinet doors. Mahogany with satinwood inlaid bands. Brass oval ...
Brass
Globe Wernicke Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Secretary Desk Bookcase, Circa 1910
By Globe Wernicke
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period quarter sawn tiger oak slant front writing desk with barrister bookcase By Globe Wernicke USA, Circa 1910 Measures: 35.5"W x...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Shelving Unit by Pierre Vandel, Lacquered Aluminum
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Miami, FL
A simple, stylish shelving unit perfect for displaying a collection or useful storage. Taking influence from Japan. Black lacquered aluminium frame with gold details and glass shelve...
Aluminum
Time of Dream Objet Shelf L in Lime Plaster & Fiberglass by Plature
Located in Geneve, CH
Time of Dream Objet Shelf L in Lime Plaster & Fiberglass by Plature Dimensions: L 33 x D 17.5 x H 13 cm. Materials: Lime plaster, fiberglass. Available in White Clay, Sand Hill, Nat...
Other
Time of Dream Objet Shelf S in Lime Plaster & Fiberglass by Plature
Located in Geneve, CH
Time of Dream Objet Shelf S in Lime Plaster & Fiberglass by Plature Dimensions: L 18 x D 13.5 x H 16 cm. Materials: Lime plaster, fiberglass. Available in White Clay, Sand Hill, Nat...
Other
Chinese Chippendale Mahogany Library Bookcase
Located in Bradenton, FL
An English Chinese-Chippendale style bookcase in mahogany, circa 1970. On top a single flat shelf is finished with a pie-crust edge. Below, V-shaped shelves make the ‘trough’, framed...
Wood, Mahogany
Special edition Globe Wernicke stackable Bookcase in original condition
Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL
Antique mahogany Globe Wernicke bookcase in beautiful original condition. This is the most exceptional version of the Globe Wernicke bookcase. It features beautiful details, rich orn...
African Mahogany
Pair of Antique Sheraton Revival Satinwood Marquetry Bookcases, ca. 1890
Located in Nottingham, GB
An elegant pair of late 19th-century Sheraton Revival dwarf bookcases or low display cabinets, dating to approximately 1890, crafted in satinwood and richly decorated with fine marqu...
Satinwood
18th Century Danish Rococo Secretary with Serpentine Front, circa 1760
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional 18th century Danish Rococo secretary dating to circa 1760 and featuring an elegant serpentine front with beautifully refined proportions. Crafted during the height of ...
Wood
Desk " DF2000 " by Raymond Loewy for Doubinsky Frères, France 1960s
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Desk model " DF 2000 " with a sliding shelf, featuring two moulded plastic drawers, in a color gradient ranging from dark brown to a softer shade, ending in a light cream. Designed b...
Metal
American Tramp Art Miniature Secretary Desk, Chip-Carved, circa 1885
Located in Downingtown, PA
An ambitious and uncommon piece of American tramp art in the form of a miniature slant-front secretary desk, circa 1875–1900. It rises in two stages: a lower section of three long dr...
Wood
Mid-Century-Inspired Floe Bookcase in Dark Stained Cherry
By James Loewen
Located in Goshen, IN
Inspired by mid-century modernism, Floe is made from solid hardwood using real joinery. With its low profile, Floe will fit nicely under a window by the wall, or against the back of...
Hardwood, Cherry
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.
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