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Wood
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Wood
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Acrylic, Hardwood, Paint
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Credenzas
Brass
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Wood
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Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards
Acrylic, Hardwood, Paint
Antique 1840s Italian Cabinets
Pine
Antique 19th Century British Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 1830s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century British Jacobean Dressers
Oak
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Antique 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
2010s American Modern Sideboards
Birch
Antique 1860s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
20th Century American Other Credenzas
Wood
Antique 17th Century French Rustic Blanket Chests
Wood
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Brass
Antique 18th Century English George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Oak, Pine, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
2010s Abstract Geometric Figurative Sculptures
Steel
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Brass
Antique 18th Century English George III Sideboards
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cupboards
Acrylic, Hardwood, Paint
Early 20th Century Spanish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Antique 18th Century Austrian Cabinets
Pine
Antique 1880s British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Ash
Antique 1860s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Paint, Pine
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Birch
Antique 19th Century Cabinets
Gold Leaf
Antique 1870s Austrian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Antique Early 1900s French Country Buffets
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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.
- Can I paint my Chinese cabinet?1 Answer
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020Yes, you can paint your Chinese cabinet, though unless it is in poor condition, doing so is usually frowned upon. You will have to sand down the surface beforehand, as most Chinese cabinets have a lacquer finish.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, painting kitchen cabinets is a great idea. Painting kitchen cabinets is quite economical and can give your kitchen a stylish, updated look.
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