Antique Dry Sinks
1890s American Primitive Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Adirondack Antique Dry Sinks
Wood
19th Century Canadian Antique Dry Sinks
Pine, Paint
Late 19th Century American Primitive Antique Dry Sinks
Wood
19th Century North American Antique Dry Sinks
Zinc
Late 19th Century Eastlake Antique Dry Sinks
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Unknown Primitive Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century French Antique Dry Sinks
Marble
Early 20th Century English Jacobean Antique Dry Sinks
Mirror, Oak
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Dry Sinks
Oak
Late 19th Century Unknown American Colonial Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Late 19th Century Dutch Louis Philippe Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Dry Sinks
Zinc
Early 20th Century East Asian Chinese Export Antique Dry Sinks
Teak
1830s American Country Antique Dry Sinks
19th Century Canadian Antique Dry Sinks
Tin
19th Century Canadian Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
18th Century and Earlier French Antique Dry Sinks
Stone
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
1850s American Primitive Antique Dry Sinks
Cherry
Mid-19th Century Rustic Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Late 19th Century American Country Antique Dry Sinks
Zinc
19th Century American Colonial Antique Dry Sinks
Oak, Pine
1870s Canadian Primitive Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Late 18th Century American American Classical Antique Dry Sinks
Wood
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Wood, Paint
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Wood
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Wood, Pine
Late 19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Poplar, Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Early 19th Century American Country Antique Dry Sinks
Wood
1870s Swedish Primitive Antique Dry Sinks
Wood
19th Century American Adirondack Antique Dry Sinks
Paint, Wood
Mid-19th Century American Country Antique Dry Sinks
Wood
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Early 20th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Mid-19th Century Canadian Antique Dry Sinks
Pine, Paint
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American American Classical Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Antique Dry Sinks
Wood
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
1880s American Country Antique Dry Sinks
Zinc
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Wood
Mid-19th Century American Rustic Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Late 19th Century American Primitive Antique Dry Sinks
Maple
19th Century Dutch Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Late 18th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Iron
19th Century Primitive Antique Dry Sinks
Copper
1880s Canadian Country Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Late 19th Century American Colonial Antique Dry Sinks
Oak
Late 19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Brass, Copper
19th Century French Antique Dry Sinks
1830s English Sheraton Antique Dry Sinks
Mahogany
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Dry Sinks
Wood
Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Dry Sinks
Poplar
Mid-19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Early 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Dry Sinks
Wood
Late 19th Century American Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
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1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Antique Dry Sinks
Metal
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Oil
2010s Spanish Country Antique Dry Sinks
Wrought Iron
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Antique Dry Sinks
Rattan, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Antique Dry Sinks
Crystal, Gold Plate, Metal
Mid-19th Century French Antique Dry Sinks
Copper
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Dry Sinks
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Antique Dry Sinks
Glass
19th Century European Country Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Dry Sinks
Wood, Paint
1930s French Art Deco Antique Dry Sinks
Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Dry Sinks
Bentwood
19th Century American Colonial Antique Dry Sinks
Pine
1920s Swedish Gustavian Antique Dry Sinks
Fabric, Wood, Paint
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Dry Sinks
Bronze
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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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.
- What is a dry sink cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A dry sink is a cabinet with a slightly recessed top that holds a basin and a water pitcher. Before the introduction of indoor plumbing, a dry sink was a popular piece of furniture in households. The cabinet was an ideal location for storing materials out of sight. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dry sink cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What's a dry sink used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022In the 19th century, dry sinks were places for cleaning up. They held a pitcher of water and provided a basin for hand-washing and washing dishes. The advent of indoor plumbing caused dry sinks' popularity to fade. Find a variety of dry sinks on 1stDibs.
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