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Design Institute America Etageres, Chrome, Steel, Glass
Design Institute America Etageres, Chrome, Steel, Glass

Design Institute America Etageres, Chrome, Steel, Glass

By Design Institute America

Located in New York, NY

Design Institute America Etageres, chrome, steel, glass. Pair of freestanding etageres with chrome plated steel frame, 6 glass shelves, and a Greek key detail at the bases.  

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Chrome & Glass Étagère / Display Bookcase, Illuminated Cabinet
Mid-Century Chrome & Glass Étagère / Display Bookcase, Illuminated Cabinet

Mid-Century Chrome & Glass Étagère / Display Bookcase, Illuminated Cabinet

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A clean-lined chrome and glass étagère in the mid-century modern tradition, designed as a freestanding wall unit that functions as display shelving, bookcase, or compact bar.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Chrome and Brass Etagere by Maison Jansen, Italy, 1970s
Vintage Chrome and Brass Etagere by Maison Jansen, Italy, 1970s

Vintage Chrome and Brass Etagere by Maison Jansen, Italy, 1970s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage chrome and brass etagere with three glass shelves and large brass acorn finials.

Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Shelves

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Mid-Century Chrome Shop Display Etagere after Milo Baughman
Mid-Century Chrome Shop Display Etagere after Milo Baughman

Mid-Century Chrome Shop Display Etagere after Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage modern Milo Baughman bookshelf featuring chrome body with smoked glass shelving. Ideal mid-century etagere for shop display or home storage.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Hollywood Regency Style MCM Chrome, Bamboo & Glass Etagere
Vintage Hollywood Regency Style MCM Chrome, Bamboo & Glass Etagere

Vintage Hollywood Regency Style MCM Chrome, Bamboo & Glass Etagere

Located in Atlanta, GA

Step into the glamorous world of Hollywood Regency with this exceptional vintage Mid-Century Modern (MCM) étagère, where sleek chrome, organic bamboo, and shimmering glass converge t...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Brass Glass Mid-Century Modern Bakers Rack Étagère
Chrome Brass Glass Mid-Century Modern Bakers Rack Étagère

Chrome Brass Glass Mid-Century Modern Bakers Rack Étagère

By Maison Jansen

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern chrome glass brass bakers rack or étagère storage shelves display.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Chrome and Glass Étagère by Design Institute of America
Chrome and Glass Étagère by Design Institute of America

Chrome and Glass Étagère by Design Institute of America

By Design Institute America

Located in Dallas, TX

Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of the Design Institute of America with this beautiful shelf unit/etagere, exclusively available at circa20c. Featuring a sophisticated chrome an...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

Large Chrome and Glass Greek Key Étagère Baughman Style
Large Chrome and Glass Greek Key Étagère Baughman Style

Large Chrome and Glass Greek Key Étagère Baughman Style

By Design Institute America

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Polished chrome and glass large Milo Baughman style display case étagère.  

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Restored Artdeco Étagère, Oak, Glass, Chromed Steel, Czech, 1930s
Restored Artdeco Étagère, Oak, Glass, Chromed Steel, Czech, 1930s

Restored Artdeco Étagère, Oak, Glass, Chromed Steel, Czech, 1930s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

The Art Deco étagère from the 1930s was made in Czechoslovakia.

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Shelves

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Milo Baughman Style Tall Chrome and Glass Column Étagère
Milo Baughman Style Tall Chrome and Glass Column Étagère

Milo Baughman Style Tall Chrome and Glass Column Étagère

By Milo Baughman

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Milo Baughman style tall chrome and glass column étagère, Each one fitted with four 17 inch square clear glass shelves.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century style DIA Étagère in Chrome and Glass
Mid Century style DIA Étagère in Chrome and Glass

Mid Century style DIA Étagère in Chrome and Glass

By Design Institute America

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage modern style étagère featuring sculpted chrome body with glass inserts, designed by Design Institute of America.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

American Mid-Century Modern, Chrome, Glass, Etageres, United States, 1970s
American Mid-Century Modern, Chrome, Glass, Etageres, United States, 1970s

American Mid-Century Modern, Chrome, Glass, Etageres, United States, 1970s

Located in Stamford, CT

American Mid-Century Modern, Chrome, Glass, Etageres, Shelving Units, United States, 1970s Pair of American modern etageres or shelving units designed and produced in the United Sta...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Étagère, Chrome-Plated Steel, Lacquered Wood, Czechia, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Étagère, Chrome-Plated Steel, Lacquered Wood, Czechia, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Étagère, Chrome-Plated Steel, Lacquered Wood, Czechia, 1930s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Restored Bauhaus Étagère. Period: 1930-1939 Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Material: Chrome-Plated Steel, Lacquered Wood Original paint in perfect condition.

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus More Mirrors

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome and Glass Etagere
Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome and Glass Etagere

Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman Style Chrome and Glass Etagere

By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Tall Mid Century Modern Milo Baughman style chrome and glass etagere. This tiered bookcase shelving unit features a bright and shiny polished chrome finish with removable clear glas...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Chrome

20th Century Chromed Brass Etagere, c.1970
20th Century Chromed Brass Etagere, c.1970

20th Century Chromed Brass Etagere, c.1970

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Stylish 20th Century smart four tier etegere with glass shelves of various sizes in a sturdy highly polished brass frame, c.1970. CONDITION In Great Condition - wear as expected....

Category

20th Century Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Chrome and Brass Etagere Arched Glass Display Shelf Shelves
Vintage Chrome and Brass Etagere Arched Glass Display Shelf Shelves

Vintage Chrome and Brass Etagere Arched Glass Display Shelf Shelves

By Milo Baughman

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage arched chrome with brass accents display shelf shelves etageres .

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Midcentury French Hollywood Regency Chrome Brass Étagère Display Glass Shelf
Midcentury French Hollywood Regency Chrome Brass Étagère Display Glass Shelf

Midcentury French Hollywood Regency Chrome Brass Étagère Display Glass Shelf

By Maison Charles

Located in Berlin, DE

It is made in high quality. The étagère with the chrome tubes and brass corners are fitting elegant together.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Mid Century Chrome and Glass Etagere or Bookcase Shelving, 1970s
Mid Century Chrome and Glass Etagere or Bookcase Shelving, 1970s

Mid Century Chrome and Glass Etagere or Bookcase Shelving, 1970s

By Milo Baughman

Located in Miami, FL

Mid-century etagere bookcase shelf rendered in chrome plated steel frame with glass shelves, Finished on all sides, can float in middle of room. c 1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Design Institute America Chrome and Glass Etageres / Bookcases, 1970s - A Pair
Design Institute America Chrome and Glass Etageres / Bookcases, 1970s - A Pair

Design Institute America Chrome and Glass Etageres / Bookcases, 1970s - A Pair

By Design Institute America

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of 1970s chrome and glass shelf bookcases or etageres attributed to Milo Baughman by DIA Design Institute America.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

1970s Chrome Zig Zag Etagere by Design Institute of America (DIA)
1970s Chrome Zig Zag Etagere by Design Institute of America (DIA)

1970s Chrome Zig Zag Etagere by Design Institute of America (DIA)

By Design Institute America

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1970s Chrome Zig Zag Etagere by Design Institute of America (DIA). 7 shelves total and reversible

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

Restored Bauhaus Etagere, M. Breuer, Robert Slezak, Oak, Chrome, Czechia, 1930s
Restored Bauhaus Etagere, M. Breuer, Robert Slezak, Oak, Chrome, Czechia, 1930s

Restored Bauhaus Etagere, M. Breuer, Robert Slezak, Oak, Chrome, Czechia, 1930s

By Robert Slezák, Marcel Breuer

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Restored Bauhaus Etagere Designer: Marcel Breuer Maker: Robert Slezak Material: Chrome-plated Steel, Oak Source: Czechia (Czechoslovakia) Period: 1930-1939 Revived original polish.

Category

Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus More Mirrors

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Pair of Chrome Brass and Glass Mid-Century Modern Étagères
Pair of Chrome Brass and Glass Mid-Century Modern Étagères

Pair of Chrome Brass and Glass Mid-Century Modern Étagères

By Milo Baughman, Romeo Rega

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of very sharp looking high quality craftsmanship étagères with glass shelves in style of Romea Riga.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Chrome and Glass Countertop Étagère, attributed to Jacques Adnet France 1940s
Chrome and Glass Countertop Étagère, attributed to Jacques Adnet France 1940s

Chrome and Glass Countertop Étagère, attributed to Jacques Adnet France 1940s

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Berlin, DE

Refined French mid-century étagère composed of a chrome-plated steel frame with three tiers of removable pressed-glass trays.

Category

Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Chrome and Glass Étagère Display Shelves, England, circa 1970
Mid Century Chrome and Glass Étagère Display Shelves, England, circa 1970

Mid Century Chrome and Glass Étagère Display Shelves, England, circa 1970

By Pieff and Co., Tim Bates

Located in London, GB

Midcentury Chrome and Glass Étagère Display Shelves, England, circa 1970 étagère with a chrome frame and smoked glass.

Category

Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Cabinet Etageres Brass, Chrome and Glass Renato Levi Style, Italy, 1970s
Cabinet Etageres Brass, Chrome and Glass Renato Levi Style, Italy, 1970s

Cabinet Etageres Brass, Chrome and Glass Renato Levi Style, Italy, 1970s

By Renato Zevi

Located in Rome, IT

Cabinet etagere in glass featuring a brass structure and chrome details in the style of the Italian designer Renato Levi.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Romeo Rega Chrome and Brass Étagère / Library, Italy, 1970s
Romeo Rega Chrome and Brass Étagère / Library, Italy, 1970s

Romeo Rega Chrome and Brass Étagère / Library, Italy, 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A sculptural étagère attributed to Romeo Rega, defined by its bold geometric composition and refined mix of materials.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

1970's Modern Silver Chrome Finish Metal 6 Shelf Etagere Wall Cabinet
1970's Modern Silver Chrome Finish Metal 6 Shelf Etagere Wall Cabinet

1970's Modern Silver Chrome Finish Metal 6 Shelf Etagere Wall Cabinet

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1970's Modern Silver Metal Etagere/ 6 Shelf Wall Storage Unit. This is a very pretty modern piece!

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Chrome and Glass Etageres or Bookcases, 1970s - a Pair
Mid-Century Chrome and Glass Etageres or Bookcases, 1970s - a Pair

Mid-Century Chrome and Glass Etageres or Bookcases, 1970s - a Pair

Located in Miami, FL

This refined pair of bookcases dates to the 1970s and reflects the period’s emphasis on clean architectural lines and reflective materials. Each piece is constructed with a cylindric...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

1970s Chrome Geometric Diamond Shaped Etagere Mid-Century Modern Baughman Style
1970s Chrome Geometric Diamond Shaped Etagere Mid-Century Modern Baughman Style

1970s Chrome Geometric Diamond Shaped Etagere Mid-Century Modern Baughman Style

Located in Miami, FL

Milo Baughman Style Vintage chrome geometric diamond shaped étagère. The glass shelves will be custom-made prior shipping.

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Pair of Glass & Chrome Shelving Units Etagere
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Pair of Glass & Chrome Shelving Units Etagere

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Pair of Glass & Chrome Shelving Units Etagere

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is this pair of vintage chrome and glass etagere shelving units. Dimensions: 26" W x 12" D x 61.5" H each.  

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Storage / Display Etagere in Chrome and Brass with Smoked Glass Shelves
Storage / Display Etagere in Chrome and Brass with Smoked Glass Shelves

Storage / Display Etagere in Chrome and Brass with Smoked Glass Shelves

Located in Kansas City, MO

Etagere / display shelves. Tubular chrome frame with brass accents and gray smoked glass.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Hollywood Regency DIA Chrome & Glass Geometric Étagère with Greek Key Detail
Hollywood Regency DIA Chrome & Glass Geometric Étagère with Greek Key Detail

Hollywood Regency DIA Chrome & Glass Geometric Étagère with Greek Key Detail

By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman

Located in St. Louis, MO

1970's chrome geometric configuration étagère by DIA or Design Institute of America with glass shelves and Greek key detail in base.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Italian Designer, Etagere, Chrome-Plated Metal, Glass, Italy, 1940s
Italian Designer, Etagere, Chrome-Plated Metal, Glass, Italy, 1940s

Italian Designer, Etagere, Chrome-Plated Metal, Glass, Italy, 1940s

Located in High Point, NC

A chrome-plated metal and smoked glass etagere with small display-shelves designed and produced in Italy, c. 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Shelves

Materials

Metal

Chrome, Smoked Glass and Wood Bookshelf Étagère Gallotti & Radice, Italy, 1970s
Chrome, Smoked Glass and Wood Bookshelf Étagère Gallotti & Radice, Italy, 1970s

Chrome, Smoked Glass and Wood Bookshelf Étagère Gallotti & Radice, Italy, 1970s

By Gallotti & Radice

Located in Rome, IT

Bookshelf étagère cabinet by Gallotti & Radice, featuring chrome borders and two smoked glass columns with shelves linked together by wooden shelves.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Design Institute of America (DIA) Chrome Plated Steel Etagere
Design Institute of America (DIA) Chrome Plated Steel Etagere

Design Institute of America (DIA) Chrome Plated Steel Etagere

By Design Institute America

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Design Institute of America (DIA) chrome plated steel Etagere with new tempered glass shelves.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Bauhaus Chrome Flower Side Table / Stand/ Étagère by J.Halabala, 1930s
Bauhaus Chrome Flower Side Table / Stand/ Étagère by J.Halabala, 1930s

Bauhaus Chrome Flower Side Table / Stand/ Étagère by J.Halabala, 1930s

By Jindřich Halabala, Up Závody

Located in Praha, CZ

- Published in books and catalogues - Catalogue number H- 54 - Metal parts renovated - Chrome polished, bears signs of age - Around 1930s, Czechoslovakia.

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Side Tables

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Restored Bauhaus Etagere, by Kovona, Walnut, Chrome-Plated Steel, Czech, 1940s
Restored Bauhaus Etagere, by Kovona, Walnut, Chrome-Plated Steel, Czech, 1940s

Restored Bauhaus Etagere, by Kovona, Walnut, Chrome-Plated Steel, Czech, 1940s

By Kovona

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Restored Bauhaus Etagere Made by Kovona, a renowned Czech manufacturer and dealer from the 20th century.

Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Bauhaus Shelves

Materials

Steel, Chrome

A Large Chrome Adjustable Glass Shelved Corner Etagere By Peter Ghyczy
A Large Chrome Adjustable Glass Shelved Corner Etagere By Peter Ghyczy

A Large Chrome Adjustable Glass Shelved Corner Etagere By Peter Ghyczy

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in London, GB

A large chrome thick glass shelved showcase or display unit by Peter Ghyczy Ideal for corners or equally usable wherever. The shelves adjustable in the frame to be positioned as you...

Category

Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Chrome & Smoked Glass & Mirror Étagère/ Book Case by DIA
Mid-Century Chrome & Smoked Glass & Mirror Étagère/ Book Case by DIA

Mid-Century Chrome & Smoked Glass & Mirror Étagère/ Book Case by DIA

By Design Institute America

Located in New York, NY

Constructed from lustrous chrome and smoked glass, the piece also features a mirrored bottom which echoes the highly reflective finish of the metal.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Romeo Rega Geometric Chrome and Glass Étagère with Sculptural Top and Base
Romeo Rega Geometric Chrome and Glass Étagère with Sculptural Top and Base

Romeo Rega Geometric Chrome and Glass Étagère with Sculptural Top and Base

By Romeo Rega

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Romeo Rega Geometric Chrome and Glass Étagère with Sculptural Top and Base, Italy, 1970s A striking chrome and glass étagère by renowned Italian designer Romeo Rega, dating to the 1...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Bibliothèque étagère modulable style Bauhaus vintage en métal rouge, chrome
Bibliothèque étagère modulable style Bauhaus vintage en métal rouge, chrome

Bibliothèque étagère modulable style Bauhaus vintage en métal rouge, chrome

Located in BESANÇON, FR

Bibliothèque étagère Bauhaus vintage style Space Age et post-moderniste des années 70, dans le goût de Marc Held, structure en métal rouge et métal chromé, 4 étagères ouvertes en ver...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass A-Symmetrical Étagère
Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass A-Symmetrical Étagère

Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass A-Symmetrical Étagère

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A Classic 1970s design in the style of Milo Baughman. This étagère features a chrome-plated steel construction with inlayed glass shelving.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Modern Chrome & Glass Arched Etagere Display Shelving Unit, Mid-20th Century
Modern Chrome & Glass Arched Etagere Display Shelving Unit, Mid-20th Century

Modern Chrome & Glass Arched Etagere Display Shelving Unit, Mid-20th Century

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Pair of Antique Figural Nude Putti giltwood Candelabra Lamp. Height to the top of the base is 20 inches. Additional information: Materials: Wood Color: Gold Period: Early 20th...

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

1970's Mid Century Milo Baughman Chrome Flatbar & Glass Etagere Wall Unit
1970's Mid Century Milo Baughman Chrome Flatbar & Glass Etagere Wall Unit

1970's Mid Century Milo Baughman Chrome Flatbar & Glass Etagere Wall Unit

By Milo Baughman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A classic asymmetrical design by Milo Baughman. This etagere features chrome framing with clear glass shelves.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Deep Profile Chrome and Lucite Étagères Shelves
Pair of Deep Profile Chrome and Lucite Étagères Shelves

Pair of Deep Profile Chrome and Lucite Étagères Shelves

By Milo Baughman, Design Institute America

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian étagères shelves.

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Pair of Italian Mid Century Modern Geometric Chrome & Brass 6 Tier Etageres
Pair of Italian Mid Century Modern Geometric Chrome & Brass 6 Tier Etageres

Pair of Italian Mid Century Modern Geometric Chrome & Brass 6 Tier Etageres

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Italian Mid Century Modern Geometric Chrome & Brass 6 Tier Etageres Italy, 1970s Enhance your living space with this stunning pair of Italian Mid Century Modern geometric ch...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Faux Bamboo Etagere with Four Shelves and Mate Chrome Finished
Faux Bamboo Etagere with Four Shelves and Mate Chrome Finished

Faux Bamboo Etagere with Four Shelves and Mate Chrome Finished

Located in Miami, FL

French Faux Bamboo Etagere with Four Shelves and Mate Chrome Finished.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

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Chrome Etageres For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of chrome etageres available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, chrome and glass, all chrome etageres available were constructed with great care. Chrome etageres have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Chrome etageres bearing Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many chrome etageres are appealing in their simplicity, but Milo Baughman, Design Institute America and Renato Zevi produced popular chrome etageres that are worth a look.

How Much are Chrome Etageres?

Prices for chrome etageres can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, chrome etageres begin at $552 and can go as high as $16,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,613.

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.

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