Entryway Chests
Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Coat Racks and Stands
Iron
Antique 1870s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Early 20th Century Tanzanian Tribal Blanket Chests
Brass
Early 20th Century Afghan Tribal Blanket Chests
Steel
Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Birch
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century American Blanket Chests
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Rustic Commodes and Chests of D...
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests
Iron
Late 20th Century Philippine Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century American Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese French Provincial Commodes and ...
Wood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
Antique 19th Century French Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Teak
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Night Stands
Rattan, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Metal
Late 20th Century American Abstract Sculptures
Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Mantel Mirrors and Firepl...
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Teak
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Laminate, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
1990s American American Classical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Ceramic, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Philippine Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Philippine Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rattan
20th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century French Provincial Dressers
Cherry, Paint
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Teak
Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Indian British Colonial Furniture
Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Wall Mirrors
Mirror, Giltwood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Wall Mirrors
Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut, Paint
Antique 1870s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Wall Mirrors
Pine, Glass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Wall Mirrors
Mercury Glass, Walnut
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Vintage 1960s Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Early 20th Century Chinese Furniture
Brass
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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.
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