Ebonized Wood Dresser
Antique 1880s European Empire Decorative Boxes
Ormolu
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Mahogany
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Bronze
20th Century Hollywood Regency Dressers
Lacquer
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers
Aluminum, Zinc
Late 20th Century Regency Dressers
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Steel, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Ash, Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Dressers
Wood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Leather, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Lacquer, Walnut, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Aluminum
Antique 1770s Italian Louis XVI Dressers
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dressers
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
20th Century French Dressers
Poplar, Paper
20th Century Unknown Biedermeier Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Dressers
Metal
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Dressers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Dressers
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Iron, Brass
Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Biedermeier Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Russian Empire Dressers
Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Chrome, Metal
Late 20th Century Rustic Buffets
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1960s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Ebony, Maple, Walnut
Antique 1880s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Brass, Bronze
Antique 1810s Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Rosewood
2010s American Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Acrylic, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets
Steel
20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Marble, Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Wood, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets
Bronze, Aluminum, Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Candlesticks
Brass, Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze, Ormolu, Brass
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What wood Welsh dressers are made from varies. Many pieces are made of oak. However, artisans also produced them out of pine and other hard and soft woods. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Welsh dressers from some of the world's top sellers.
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