Desk And Book Case
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Antique 1890s Arts and Crafts Desks
Oak
20th Century English Regency Desks
Leather, Hardwood
Vintage 1980s English Post-Modern Desks
Mahogany, Giltwood
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Desks
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Regency Bookcases
Brass
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Desk Sets
Steel
2010s Italian For The Desk
Antique Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Bookcases
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1930s Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1960s Baltic Scandinavian Modern Desks
Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Secretaires
Teak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Rosewood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks
Wood
20th Century Desks
Vintage 1920s English Sheraton Desks
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Directoire Desks
Brass
Antique 1810s English Regency Desks
Bronze
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Shelves
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Shelves
Mahogany
Antique Mid-18th Century English Desks
Mahogany
20th Century English Regency Desks
Hardwood, Leather
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Desks
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Desks
Oak
Early 20th Century Edwardian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Aluminum, Steel
Antique 19th Century Norwegian Desks
Wood, Paint, Glass
Vintage 1930s American Desks
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Teak, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Desks
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Antique 19th Century English Gothic Revival Desks
Oak, Pine
20th Century English Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Secretaires
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Teak
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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.
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