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Antique 1880s French Doors and Gates
Brass
Antique 17th Century French Doors and Gates
Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century French Doors and Gates
Iron, Wrought Iron
Antique Early 18th Century French Doors and Gates
Iron
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Architectural Elements
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique Late 17th Century French Baroque Architectural Elements
Wrought Iron
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Architectural Models
Metal
2010s Expressionist Landscape Paintings
Canvas, Oil
Early 20th Century French Doors and Gates
Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century French Historical Memorabilia
Wood
Antique 1780s French Baroque Architectural Elements
Bronze
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cabinets
Chrome
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Shelves
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Balustrades and Fixtures
Brass, Bronze, Steel
Vintage 1970s French Sideboards
Macassar
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Shelves
Iron
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Shelves
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Shelves
Iron
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Buffets
Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Credenzas
Maple
Antique Mid-19th Century French Beaux Arts Doors and Gates
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Doors and Gates
Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century French Doors and Gates
Iron
Antique Early 19th Century French Doors and Gates
Wrought Iron
20th Century European Balustrades and Fixtures
Brass, Bronze, Steel
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XIII Doors and Gates
Iron
Antique Early 1900s American American Craftsman Architectural Elements
Glass, Oak
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Buffets
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Cupboards
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Buffets
Iron
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Bamboo
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Buffets
Walnut, Lacquer
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut, Lacquer
Vintage 1950s French Credenzas
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Serving Pieces
Iron
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cabinets
Wood, Rosewood
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Garden Ornaments
Iron
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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.
- What is a sliding French door?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A sliding French door combines the wider, traditional swing frame of the French doors with the operation and function of a sliding door. This gives homeowners the best features of both door styles. Sliding French doors are considered one of the best home improvement techniques in today’s times.
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