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Mid-Century Design Danish Metal Wall Unit, 1970’s
Mid-Century Design Danish Metal Wall Unit, 1970’s

Mid-Century Design Danish Metal Wall Unit, 1970’s

Located in Delft, NL

Metal holders with plastic shelves.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Large Mid Century Swedish Teak Wood Bookshelf Wall Unit by Bodafors
Large Mid Century Swedish Teak Wood Bookshelf Wall Unit by Bodafors

Large Mid Century Swedish Teak Wood Bookshelf Wall Unit by Bodafors

By Bodafors, Bertil Fridhagen

Located in Detroit, MI

This beautiful vintage mid century Swedish modern four-piece teak wood bookcase wall unit was

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Teak Wall Unit / Modular Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Teak Wall Unit / Modular Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s

Kai Kristiansen Teak Wall Unit / Modular Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL

Danish mid-century wall unit designed by Kai Kristiansen and made in the 1960s. The unit is crafted

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wall Unit
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wall Unit

Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wall Unit

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Danish Modern Teak Wall Unit. Pieces can be re-arranged. 96w 18d Rails are 69h

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Teak

Poul Cadovius 'butterfly" wall shelves 3 units Denmark 1950
Poul Cadovius 'butterfly" wall shelves 3 units Denmark 1950

Poul Cadovius 'butterfly" wall shelves 3 units Denmark 1950

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Paris, IDF

1960s. in Denmark white. red, green inside, black outside length about 29.5cm x 29.5cm width about

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Mid-century Walnut Wall Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius, c. 1960
Mid-century Walnut Wall Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius, c. 1960

Mid-century Walnut Wall Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius, c. 1960

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A classic mid-century wall unit with four wall mounted upright rails where four short and two long

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in The Hague, NL

Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

3-Column Danish Modern Rosewood Adjustable Wall Unit with Paneling
3-Column Danish Modern Rosewood Adjustable Wall Unit with Paneling

3-Column Danish Modern Rosewood Adjustable Wall Unit with Paneling

Located in Kensington, MD

to hang the unit, but to not use it would be to miss out on the true beauty of the rosewood. Two deep

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in The Hague, NL

Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Wall Cabinet, Circa 1950, Floating
Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Wall Cabinet, Circa 1950, Floating

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Wall Cabinet, Circa 1950, Floating

By Jacob Kjaer

Located in Detroit, MI

This truly stunning vintage mid century Danish modern rosewood wall-mounted cabinet shelving unit

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Mirror, 1960s.
Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Mirror, 1960s.

Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Mirror, 1960s.

Located in Asaa, DK

Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Wall Mirror, 1960s. Large and impressive vintage Rosewood

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Cado System Wall Unit
Rosewood Cado System Wall Unit

Rosewood Cado System Wall Unit

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Highly versatile and functional Cado System wall unit in Brazilian rosewood by Danish designer Poul

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case
Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case

Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Kensington, MD

Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case Use alone or add

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

1960s Mid-Century Danish wall unit by Sejling Skabe
1960s Mid-Century Danish wall unit by Sejling Skabe

1960s Mid-Century Danish wall unit by Sejling Skabe

By Sejling Skabe

Located in London, GB

A functional and stylish Mid-Century freestanding wall unit with a strong Danish provenance

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Kai Kristiansen FM Rosewood Wall Unit #2
Kai Kristiansen FM Rosewood Wall Unit #2

Kai Kristiansen FM Rosewood Wall Unit #2

By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik

Located in Oakland, CA

Brazilian rosewood wall system designed by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik Denmark. FM

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood, Wood

Danish Mid Century Poul Cadovius Cado Wall Unit Bookcase Freestanding
Danish Mid Century Poul Cadovius Cado Wall Unit Bookcase Freestanding

Danish Mid Century Poul Cadovius Cado Wall Unit Bookcase Freestanding

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Rare Poul Cadovius Single Wall Unit or Bookcase. Cabinets and Shelves can be re-arranged. 33wide

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase
Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase

Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase

By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century Danish modern Hansen & Guldborg modular teak wood wall unit shelving

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Vintage Italian Chrome and Brass “Cityscape” Wall-Mounted Unit
Vintage Italian Chrome and Brass “Cityscape” Wall-Mounted Unit

Vintage Italian Chrome and Brass “Cityscape” Wall-Mounted Unit

By Renato Zevi

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Discover this stunning vintage “Cityscape” wall-mounted unit, crafted in Italy and attributed to

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Vintage Burl Wood and Bronze Freestanding Wall Unit by John Stuart
Vintage Burl Wood and Bronze Freestanding Wall Unit by John Stuart

Vintage Burl Wood and Bronze Freestanding Wall Unit by John Stuart

By West Michigan Furniture Co., John Stuart

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This stunning mid-century modern freestanding wall unit is a true masterpiece designed by John

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit
Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit

Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit

Located in Atlanta, GA

Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is a versatile size and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Glass, Wood, Teak

Small Poul Cadovius Wall Unit with Desk, Mid-Century Shelf Royal System, Denmark
Small Poul Cadovius Wall Unit with Desk, Mid-Century Shelf Royal System, Denmark

Small Poul Cadovius Wall Unit with Desk, Mid-Century Shelf Royal System, Denmark

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in München, Bavaria

this vintage mid-midcentury modern Poul Cadovius Royal System Wall Unit, a true masterpiece of

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Teak

Mid century Danish rosewood wall unit by Kai Kristiansen FM, with desk & light
Mid century Danish rosewood wall unit by Kai Kristiansen FM, with desk & light

Mid century Danish rosewood wall unit by Kai Kristiansen FM, with desk & light

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Liberty, NY

Stunning mid century Danish rosewood three bay wall unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler. Consists

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern Wall Unit by Sven Ellekaer
Danish Modern Wall Unit by Sven Ellekaer

Danish Modern Wall Unit by Sven Ellekaer

By Sven Ellekaer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Danish Modern 2-Bay Wall Unit by Sven Ellekaer. 80.5w 16.5d 72h. Cabinets and shelves can be re

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Shelf Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet- 2 pcs
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Shelf Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet- 2 pcs

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Shelf Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet- 2 pcs

By Arne Vodder, Lovig Dansk

Located in Madison, WI

Fantastic, minimalist Original Danish Teak Mid Century Credenza piece that is just the perfect size

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Pair of Danish Tambour Wall Units
Pair of Danish Tambour Wall Units

Pair of Danish Tambour Wall Units

$1,520Sale Price / item|20% Off

Pair of Danish Tambour Wall Units

Located in Pasadena, TX

Pair of Danish Tambour wall units These unique floating wall cabinets offer space saving storage

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Modular Wall Unit   1960
Vintage Danish Modular Wall Unit   1960

Vintage Danish Modular Wall Unit 1960

Located in Vigevano, PV

Vintage Danish 3-Bay teak Modular Wall Unit

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mid century danish modern rosewood credenza with bookcase shelf unit
Mid century danish modern rosewood credenza with bookcase shelf unit

Mid century danish modern rosewood credenza with bookcase shelf unit

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century danish modern tall rosewood credenza with bookcase has Key. Lower (2) door credenza

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern Teak 5-Piece Entertainment / Wall Unit — 1970s
Danish Modern Teak 5-Piece Entertainment / Wall Unit — 1970s

Danish Modern Teak 5-Piece Entertainment / Wall Unit — 1970s

Located in North Hollywood, CA

A striking Danish Modern teak entertainment unit from the 1970s, designed in five modular sections

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Peter J. Lassen Montana Modular Suspension Unit Mid-Century Modern
Danish Modern Peter J. Lassen Montana Modular Suspension Unit Mid-Century Modern

Danish Modern Peter J. Lassen Montana Modular Suspension Unit Mid-Century Modern

By Montana

Located in Lake Worth, FL

paint. This would be a great addition to your mid century modern or Danish modern home Measurements

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf
Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf

Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf

By HG Furniture

Located in Kensington, MD

Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf Additional information: Material

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Danish Teak Wall Unit Modular Room Divider by Kurt Ostervig
Danish Teak Wall Unit Modular Room Divider by Kurt Ostervig

Danish Teak Wall Unit Modular Room Divider by Kurt Ostervig

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Kensington, MD

space. - Open design and great proportions make this wall unit unimposing despite its significant size

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Teak

Georg Satink WK Mobel German Teak Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet Danish Modern
Georg Satink WK Mobel German Teak Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet Danish Modern

Georg Satink WK Mobel German Teak Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet Danish Modern

By WK Möbel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Georg Satink WK Mobel German Teak Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet Mid Century Danish Modern

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

1960’s Mid-Century Modern room divider / wall unit by Schrieber
1960’s Mid-Century Modern room divider / wall unit by Schrieber

1960’s Mid-Century Modern room divider / wall unit by Schrieber

Located in London, GB

other famous names. This room divider shelf unit is typical of the Schreiber look, Danish style

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Formica, Beech

Kai Kristiansen Shelf System FM Denmark 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Shelf System FM Denmark 1960s

Kai Kristiansen Shelf System FM Denmark 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Handewitt, DE

. The wall unit consists of: - 8 shelves - 2 cabinets - 3 wall brackets detailed measurements: shelves

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Oak Shelf System by HG Furniture Denmark 1960s
Oak Shelf System by HG Furniture Denmark 1960s

Oak Shelf System by HG Furniture Denmark 1960s

By HG Furniture

Located in Handewitt, DE

Oak shelf system by HG Furniture Denmark 1960s. The wall unit consists of: - 4 shelves - 4 wall

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Large wall unit by Hans Wegner for Ry møbler, Denmark 1970s
Large wall unit by Hans Wegner for Ry møbler, Denmark 1970s

Large wall unit by Hans Wegner for Ry møbler, Denmark 1970s

By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler

Located in ECHT, NL

Large modular wall unit. Designed by legendary designer Hans Wegner and made by Ry møbler. The unit

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Arne Vodder Style Danish Modern Two Bay Freestanding Rosewood Wall Unit
Arne Vodder Style Danish Modern Two Bay Freestanding Rosewood Wall Unit

Arne Vodder Style Danish Modern Two Bay Freestanding Rosewood Wall Unit

By Arne Vodder

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Gorgeous Arne Vodder style rosewood two bay freestanding wall unit. This wonderful vintage unit has

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Mogens Koch Bookcase Wall Unit
Mogens Koch Bookcase Wall Unit

Mogens Koch Bookcase Wall Unit

By Rud Rasmussen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Modular bookcase unit executed in teak, designed by Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen. This impressive

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Modular 4 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, c. 1960
Danish Modern Modular 4 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, c. 1960

Danish Modern Modular 4 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, c. 1960

By Lyby Mobler

Located in Deland, FL

A rare find and truly an exceptional design is this wall unit by Lyby Mobler. The unit is assembled

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Modular 2 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, C. 1960s
Danish Modern Modular 2 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, C. 1960s

Danish Modern Modular 2 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, C. 1960s

By Lyby Mobler

Located in Deland, FL

A rare find and truly an exceptional design is this wall unit by Lyby Mobler. The unit is assembled

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Shelves & Wall Units by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler, 1960s
Mid-Century Shelves & Wall Units by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler, 1960s

Mid-Century Shelves & Wall Units by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler

Located in KUTNO, PL

iconic examples of Danish modernist design of the 1950s and 1960s. Designed for maximum flexibility

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Danish Shelf Lamp by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
Danish Shelf Lamp by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.

Danish Shelf Lamp by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.

By Cado, Poul Cadovius

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Shelf Lamp by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s. Original Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Metal

Danish walnut Corner Wall-Mounted Shelving Unit, by Royal for  Poul Cadovius
Danish walnut Corner Wall-Mounted Shelving Unit, by Royal for  Poul Cadovius

Danish walnut Corner Wall-Mounted Shelving Unit, by Royal for Poul Cadovius

By Royal System, Poul Cadovius

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Midcentury Danish walnut Corner Wall-Mounted Shelving Unit, by Royal for Poul Cadovius, 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Danish Modular 5-Bay Rosewood Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s.
Danish Modular 5-Bay Rosewood Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s.

Danish Modular 5-Bay Rosewood Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s.

By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Modular 5-Bay Rosewood/Palisander Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s. Large and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall Units by William Watting for Scanflex, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall Units by William Watting for Scanflex, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall Units by William Watting for Scanflex, 1960s

By William Watting, ScanFlex

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Pair of Mid-Century Modern modular two-tone wall units or shelving units. Design by William Watting

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Beech, Teak

Danish 6-Bay Modular Teak Corner Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
Danish 6-Bay Modular Teak Corner Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.

Danish 6-Bay Modular Teak Corner Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish 6-Bay Modular Teak Corner Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s. Large and impressive

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

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Danish Wall Unit Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Danish wall unit mid century you’re looking for. Each Danish wall unit mid century for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. There are many kinds of the Danish wall unit mid century you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A Danish wall unit mid century made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. A well-made Danish wall unit mid century has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Poul Cadovius, Cado and Kai Kristiansen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Danish Wall Unit Mid Century?

The average selling price for a Danish wall unit mid century at 1stDibs is $3,500, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $44,000 for the highest priced.

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.