Curved Display Case
Antique Early 1900s British Vitrines
Walnut
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Oak
1990s Cabinets
Ormolu
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Glass, Lucite, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Louis XIII Vitrines
Marble
20th Century American American Empire Vitrines
Mirror, Oak
20th Century American Country Vitrines
Glass, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Palisander
Antique 1890s English Vitrines
Walnut
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Vitrines
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century English Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Modern Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany, Oak
Antique 19th Century Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century American Vitrines
Nickel
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Glass, Giltwood
Antique 1890s English Victorian Vitrines
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Bronze, Nickel
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cabinets
Bronze
Antique 1890s English Victorian Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century American Cabinets
Antique 19th Century American Cabinets
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century American Vitrines
Nickel
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Vitrines
Vintage 1950s English Cabinets
Beech
Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Vitrines
Nickel
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Ash, Bentwood
20th Century British Georgian Bookcases
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Glass
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Cabinets
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century English Louis XVI Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Vitrines
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century American Empire Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Vitrines
Glass, Mirror, Oak
Vintage 1910s Vitrines
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Jewelry Boxes
Oak, Glass
Vintage 1920s British Edwardian Cabinets
Blown Glass
Early 20th Century Louis XV Cabinets
Glass, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Sideboards
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Macassar, Maple, Lacquer
Antique Late 19th Century French Cabinets
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Vitrines
Brass
Antique Early 1900s North American Victorian Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1910s American Regency Vitrines
Walnut
Antique 1890s American American Craftsman Vitrines
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Vitrines
Glass, Satinwood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1920s American Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Oak
Early 20th Century Canadian Vitrines
Vintage 1920s French Apothecary Cabinets
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century French Vitrines
Nickel
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A glass display case is also called a showcase, vitrine, or display cabinet. It usually has one or more panels of transparent glass that allows for proper display of your treasured collectibles. Find a collection of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs today.
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