Chinese Teak Cabinet
Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Glass, Teak
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Wood, Teak, Glass
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
20th Century English Chinese Export Cabinets
Glass, Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1970s Cupboards
Teak
Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Wood, Teak
Vintage 1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1980s Danish Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Modern Vitrines
Glass, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
20th Century Chinese Modern Sideboards
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Antique 19th Century Chinese Neoclassical Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Teak
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Export Side Tables
Teak
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Desks
Teak
Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Cabinets
Teak
20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Glass, Teak
Antique 19th Century Chinese Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
Antique 18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Cabinets
Mother-of-Pearl, Teak
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
Early 20th Century Asian Tibetan Blanket Chests
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Glass, Wood, Teak
Antique 1840s Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century Hong Kong Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 18th Century Chippendale Desks
Padouk
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Teak
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs
Fabric, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Teak
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Barware
Glass, Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Maple, Teak
Vintage 1920s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1950s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Apothecary Cabinets
Glass, Teak
20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Cabinets
Wood, Teak
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Cabinets
Glass
20th Century American Art Deco Cabinets
Hardwood, Oak, Burl
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Walnut
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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.
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020A Chinese wedding cabinet is a general term to refer to any number of large armoire type cabinets with two large doors and fitted with shelves and usually a false bottom. True wedding cabinets will have auspicious paintings, such as butterflies or flowers, or even boys, covering the doors and frame.
- Can I paint my Chinese cabinet?1 AnswerLotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Yes, you can paint your Chinese cabinet, though unless it is in poor condition, doing so is usually frowned upon. You will have to sand down the surface beforehand, as most Chinese cabinets have a lacquer finish.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Generally speaking, antique Chinese cabinets are very well made, using solid wood with joined construction. Vintage and modern Chinese cabinets will generally not be of the same high quality as antique pieces.
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