Cupboards with Shelves
Vintage 1920s British Industrial Cupboards
Metal
Mid-20th Century Spanish Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Cupboards
Elm
20th Century Hungarian Country Cupboards
Glass, Pine, Paint
Antique 19th Century Welsh Cupboards
Wood
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Cupboards
Wood
Antique 1770s Swedish Gustavian Cupboards
Pine
Antique 1770s Swedish Gustavian Cupboards
Wood
Early 20th Century Cupboards
Pine
Antique 18th Century British Country Cupboards
Oak
Antique 1820s English Cupboards
Gold, Brass
Antique 1840s English Cupboards
Brass
20th Century English Country Cupboards
Brass
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Cupboards
Iron
Antique 18th Century Cupboards
Oak
Early 20th Century French Cupboards
Mirror, Walnut
Antique 17th Century Spanish Rustic Cupboards
Chestnut
2010s Italian Cupboards
Wood
Antique 1860s English Cupboards
Pine, Paint
Antique 19th Century Swedish Cupboards
Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Cupboards
Iron
Vintage 1920s English Cupboards
Wood, Paint
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Cupboards
Wood
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Cupboards
Maple
Antique Early 19th Century French Cupboards
Softwood
Antique 1860s French Cupboards
Fabric, Glass, Oak
Antique 1890s English Arts and Crafts Cupboards
Oak
Antique 17th Century European Cupboards
Iron
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Oak
Antique Late 17th Century Welsh Charles II Cupboards
Oak
Early 20th Century French Empire Cupboards
Marble
Antique Late 17th Century English Jacobean Cupboards
Oak
Antique 18th Century Cupboards
Wood
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Cupboards
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century English Cupboards
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Cupboards
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cupboards
Pine, Paint
Antique 1850s German Cupboards
Brass
Antique 19th Century German Country Cupboards
Wood
Antique 17th Century Swiss Cupboards
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century Cupboards
Wood
Antique 1860s Indian Cupboards
Steel
Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Cupboards
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Cupboards
Birdseye Maple
Antique 19th Century Cupboards
Pine
Antique 19th Century French Cupboards
Antique 18th Century Italian Cupboards
Fruitwood
Antique Early 19th Century Irish Georgian Cupboards
Pine, Paint
Antique 19th Century Scandinavian Country Cupboards
Glass, Wood
Antique 1840s English Cupboards
Pine, Paint
20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Cupboards
Metal
Early 20th Century Bauhaus Cupboards
Oak, Walnut
Antique 18th Century English Cupboards
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Cupboards
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Cupboards
Pine
Antique 19th Century Italian Cupboards
Oak
Antique 18th Century English French Provincial Cupboards
Glass, Mirror, Wood, Hardwood, Oak
Antique Early 1800s French Cupboards
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Cupboards
Laminate
Antique Early 19th Century British Country Cupboards
Oak
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In any kitchen, dining room or other area of your home, antique and vintage cupboards can help you organize your space as well as support your endeavors to show off your prized collectibles and decorative objects.
Cupboards have long been staples in interior design as reliable and versatile case pieces, which have been a vital part of the home for centuries. Cupboards appeared in the Middle Ages and by the 17th century had eclipsed the chest in popularity as a piece of furniture for storage. New techniques in woodworking allowed furniture manufacturers to build pieces that were more complex than simple chests.
Early cupboards were often tall and were typically used to store linens. By the 18th century, there was more variety in the available shapes and sizes, with some pieces combining a chest of drawers with a tall cabinet.
Cupboards became large and heavy as their importance as furniture grew, frequently making them the biggest piece in a home. They could involve decorative elements like columns and cornices. Over the years, more features were added by furniture makers, such as glass panels for displaying items like porcelain ware.
Besides keeping the room tidy, a cupboard can set the tone through its size. Antique and vintage cupboards are built to last, and, with centuries of design choices, these structures are easy to match with existing furniture.
On 1stDibs, find a range of options for your home including new and custom cupboards, mid-century modern cupboards and original creations, like the weave quilt cupboards by Jim Rose. Contemporary cupboards with unexpected shapes and colors can add an element of surprise to a room. They also provide versatile storage while creating a modern effect.
- What is a stepback cupboard?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A stepback cupboard is a type of cabinet that consists of a dovetailed case, enclosed cupboards, and a shelving unit on top of this construction. It is most commonly used in the kitchens to display china, glass and pewter-ware. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage stepback cupboards.
- What is a press cupboard?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Made from about 1650 to 1700, press cupboards have cabinets and display areas above and chests of drawers, used to store clothing and linens, below.
- What is a larder cupboard?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A larder cupboard is a standalone unit that is a combination of a kitchen cupboard and a storage room. They can hold a large variety of food in a combination of drawers, pull-out baskets, racks and shelves. Find a collection of antique and vintage larder cupboards on 1stDibs today.
- What is a jelly cupboard?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A jelly cupboard is a kitchen cupboard used to store homemade jams and jellies. It usually has two drawers and two doors. Find a collection of antique and vintage jelly cupboards on 1stDibs today.
- What is a Jacobean cupboard?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Jacobean cupboard is a court cupboard created during the Jacobean era between 1603-49. The Jacobean style is similar to the Elizabethan era that preceded it with sturdy, massive furniture that showcases perpendicular designs. The Jacobean cupboard features ornate carvings and was used to display plates and other cups, similar to a buffet. Find a selection of antique Jacobean cupboards on 1stDibs.
- What is a shelving unit?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A shelving unit is a flexible piece of furniture with shelves that can be rearranged to accommodate various objects such as books, collectibles, sculptures and other items for display. It can also feature dividers and can be moved or adjusted for added functionality. Shop a collection of antique and vintage shelving units and shelves on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Cupboard and cabinet are often used interchangeably, In general, though, cabinets are multipurpose storage units, while cupboards are used to store and frequently display cups, plates and serveware.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The court cupboard, a variant of the buffet, was used for displaying fine plates and other dinnerware. It is characterized by its three tiers and short height. Shop a collection of court cupboards from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
The difference between a wardrobe and a cupboard is that a wardrobe is typically located in a closet or bedroom and contains clothing and shoes, while a cupboard is usually found in a kitchen or pantry and is used for food storage. Although both are types of cabinets, a wardrobe is generally much larger.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Storage shelves need to be large enough to properly and safely hold items but not too large that items will get lost or hidden behind each other. In a garage 12” is a good depth for smaller items and 16” for larger items.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are several ways to mount floating shelves. The best mounting options include using floating shelf brackets, installing cleats, or placing figure eights.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A step back cupboard is called a step back cupboard because the top half of the cupboard is set back from the bottom half, making it look like it stepped back. Browse 1stDibs to discover an array of stately step back cupboards from top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Tempered glass is used most often for shelving. It is five to six times stronger than ordinary glass and provides better protection and safety. Shop a variety of vintage and antique tempered glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Typically, the best way to hang wall shelves on a wall is through the studs. The studs are the strong vertical beams that form the frames of walls. You can locate them using a tool called a stud finder. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wall shelves.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A pie safe is a safe-like kitchen cupboard with two doors that feature pierced holes. These holes allow pies to safely cool when placed inside the cupboard. A jelly cupboard is a kitchen cupboard that features two doors and two drawers. Shop an array of pie safes and jelly cupboards on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best way to organize kitchen cupboards is by keeping in mind how you will use the contents. When you take a look at the items inside the cabinet, think about how frequently you use each item. Store the items you use most often in easy to reach locations — the front of the cabinet is best for an everyday item, or perhaps in canisters on the counter. The back of the cupboard, or higher shelves, should be reserved for items that you use less frequently. Shop a range of antique and vintage kitchen cupboards on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Typically, the best way to hang floating shelves is to install them into wall studs with screws. You can use a stud finder tool to locate the studs in the wall. A power drill can speed up installation. Shop a selection of floating shelves on 1stDibs.
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