Drop Top Dresser
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Glass, Walnut
20th Century American Federal Dressers
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Dressers
Marble
Vintage 1910s Scottish Dressers
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Dressers
Marble
Early 20th Century British Country Dressers
Brass
Antique 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Dressers
Mirror, Burl, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Country Dressers
Fruitwood, Plywood
Antique 18th Century Dressers
Oak
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Metal
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Antique Early 1800s Georgian Dressers
Oak
20th Century American Chippendale Dressers
Cherry
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Dressers
Oak
Vintage 1950s American Regency Dressers
Rosewood, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century European Dressers
Rosewood, Mirror
Early 20th Century North American American Classical Dressers
Marble, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century American Aesthetic Movement Dressers
Marble
Antique Late 19th Century Dressers
Walnut
Antique 1790s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Marble
Early 20th Century American Dressers
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Marble, Brass
Vintage 1910s Scottish Sideboards
Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Brass
20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Georgian Commodes and Chests of...
Wood
Antique 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century British Sideboards
Oak
Antique Late 17th Century English Charles II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Credenzas
Metal, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Onyx
Vintage 1930s American Sheraton End Tables
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century Chippendale Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Steel
Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Secretaires
Brass
Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Barware
Metal, Silver Plate
Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Beds and Bed Frames
Brass
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Hardwood
Vintage 1960s American Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1950s American William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
20th Century Art Deco Dry Bars
Chrome
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Brass
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Dressers
Marble
Antique Early 19th Century Renaissance Revival Dressers
Marble
Antique 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Dressers
Marble
Antique 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Dressers
Marble
Antique 19th Century American Renaissance Revival Dressers
Marble
Antique 19th Century American Victorian Dressers
Marble
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Chrome
Antique 18th Century British Jacobean Dressers
Brass
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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 drop-waist top?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A drop-waist top is a garment worn on the top half of the body. It features a waist seam positioned below the natural waist area and creates the illusion that the wearer has a longer torso. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and designer tops.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A dresser with a mirror on top is also called a bureau. It has a cabinet with horizontal drawers stacked one above the other and is usually waist-high. Typically, a dresser with a mirror is placed in the bedroom. On 1stDibs, you will find different types of dressers.
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