Early American Cabinet
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Metal
Early 20th Century North American Industrial Stools
Steel
Early 20th Century American Classical Corner Cupboards
Glass, Hardwood, Paint
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Marble
Antique 19th Century American American Colonial Cupboards
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century American Primitive Apothecary Cabinets
Pine
Early 20th Century American Cupboards
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century American Colonial Bookcases
Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century American Colonial Corner Cupboards
Hardwood, Paint
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Boxwood, Mahogany
Early 20th Century North American Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Cabinets
Marble
Early 20th Century North American Rustic Cupboards
Pine
Late 20th Century Country Cabinets
Glass, Maple
Antique Late 19th Century American Colonial Dry Bars
Pine
Early 20th Century North American Dressers
Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century North American American Classical Sideboards
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Vitrines
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Industrial Stools
Metal, Steel
Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Cabinets
Rosewood
Antique 1830s American American Empire Secretaires
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s American American Craftsman Cabinets
Sheet Metal, Tôle
Early 20th Century American American Colonial Cabinets
Iron
Early 20th Century North American American Classical Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1850s Scottish Early Victorian Cabinets
Ebony
Antique Early 19th Century American American Colonial Cupboards
Cherry, Fruitwood
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century North American American Colonial Cupboards
Glass, Wood
Antique Early 1800s American American Colonial Corner Cupboards
Pine
Early 20th Century American Rustic Sideboards
Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century North American Art Nouveau Vitrines
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Poplar, Pine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Finnish Jugendstil Cabinets
Copper
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique Early 19th Century American Chippendale Dressers
Maple
Early 20th Century American American Colonial Blanket Chests
Metal
20th Century American British Colonial Sideboards
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century American Primitive Shelves
Pine
Early 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood
Antique 19th Century American Colonial Corner Cupboards
Glass, Cherry, Oak
Early 20th Century American American Classical Blanket Chests
Metal
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century North American American Classical Sideboards
Bone, Elm, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American American Classical Blanket Chests
Metal
Early 20th Century American American Classical Blanket Chests
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century American Hepplewhite Sideboards
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique 18th Century American Rustic Cupboards
Pine
Antique 19th Century American American Colonial Commodes and Chests of D...
Walnut
Early 20th Century American American Classical Blanket Chests
Metal
Antique 19th Century American Primitive Desks
Pine
Early 20th Century North American American Colonial Cabinets
Oak
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024The early American furniture style is often called the Colonial style. During the 17th century, American craftsmen drew inspiration from medieval and Renaissance furniture. By the 18th century, the William and Mary style that had emerged in England began to heavily influence the American Colonial style. Characteristics of Colonial-style furniture include turned legs, ornamental carvings and richly finished cherry, walnut and mahogany wood. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Colonial-style furniture.
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