Drop Drawer Cabinet
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Cabinets
Oak
20th Century American Federal Dressers
Cherry
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Desks
Oak, Paint
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Maple
20th Century American Chippendale Dressers
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Sideboards
Glass, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Marble, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
20th Century American Federal Dressers
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass, Stainless Steel
Antique Late 18th Century George III Desks
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Walnut
Vintage 1930s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Bookcases
Antique Mid-19th Century English Renaissance Revival Secretaires
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Credenzas
Brass
20th Century Unknown Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Early 20th Century Spanish End Tables
Wood
Vintage 1920s Italian Cabinets
Wood
20th Century American French Provincial Dressers
Walnut
Antique 18th Century English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Cabinets
Marble
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mirror, Wood
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Credenzas
Teak
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Czech Modern End Tables
Oak
Vintage 1930s American Credenzas
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Cabinets
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Cabinets
Marble
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Sideboards
Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An apothecary cabinet is a cabinet with a great number of drawers. This versatile piece of furniture was originally used by pharmacists in the 1800s to store and organize medicines and herbs. Shop an array of apothecary cabinets from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can remove filing cabinet drawers from most cabinets. However, the methods of doing so vary. Some cabinets feature track hardware that allows you to pull the drawers out. With others, you need to shake the cabinet to dislodge the drawers. Shop a range of vintage and antique filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023How tall a four-drawer file cabinet is varies. However, most are at least 52 inches to accommodate four levels of standard-size hanging file folders, which are around 9.25 inches high. Find a variety of filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
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