George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet with Marble Top
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful steel frame cabinet designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. All cabinets restored
Vintage 1950s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet with Marble Top
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful steel frame cabinet designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. All cabinets restored
Metal
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet Model 4036 For Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
designer George Nelson circa 1955 and produced by Herman Miller. The cabinet features a powder white
Steel, Chrome
George Nelson Chest / Dresser Cabinet for Herman Miller # 4935
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
stainless steel pulls and contrasting oak interior to the inside drawers . Designed by George Nelson for the
Stainless Steel
George Nelson Cabinet for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson BSC cabinet for Herman Miller, c.1950's, USA. The design features a two door walnut
Aluminum, Steel
$5,000 / set
H 29.75 in W 34 in D 19.5 in
George Nelson, Cabinets, Birch, Stainless Steel, USA c. 1955
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Stamford, CT
, Stainless Steel, USA, 1955 Pair of bedside cabinets or commodes designed by George Nelson (1908-1986) for
Steel
$11,000 / set
H 24 in W 67 in D 17.25 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller Custom for Hugh DuPree Steel Frame Cabinets 1960
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson for Herman Miller Custom for Hugh DuPree Steel Frame Cabinets Orange and Yellow 1960
Steel, Chrome
$5,000
H 45.75 in W 56.25 in D 18.75 in
1950s George Nelson for Herman Miller Cabinet Series Three-Door Cabinet Bar
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Three-Door Basic Cabinet Series bar in walnut, initially designed by George Nelson for
Steel
$5,195
H 29.75 in W 56.5 in D 18 in
Credenza / Cabinet in Oak by George Nelson for Herman Miller, USA, c. 1950's
By George Nelson
Located in Deland, FL
feature of Nelson's designs. The front-facing cabinet boasts two doors with curved steel cabinet pulls, a
Steel
$600 / item
H 13 in W 35.88 in D 15.5 in
1978 New Old Stock Overhead Cabinets by George Nelson, 6x Avail
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a New/Old Stock Hanging Cabinet, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller for their
Steel, Enamel
$2,500
H 24 in W 18.5 in D 34.25 in
C. 1954 George Nelson for Herman Miller Three Drawer Cabinet 34x24x18 in
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an uncommon Walnut Cabinet with three drawers, Model 4603, designed by George Nelson for
Steel
$6,600 / set
H 28.5 in W 33.5 in D 17 in
Pair Of Steel Frame Dressers By George Nelson For Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
designer George Nelson circa 1955 and produced by Herman Miller. Both dressers feature powder white, welded
Steel, Chrome
$3,608
H 71.66 in W 96.86 in D 13 in
Vintage 1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in LYON, FR
1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller Rare 1220 model bookcase by George
Steel
$7,500
H 29 in W 42 in D 17 in
Yellow & Black Steel Frame Desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Yellow & black steel frame desk Model 4111 by George Nelson Herman Miller Mint.
Steel
$16,716
H 118.12 in W 97.25 in D 18.12 in
George Nelson per Herman Miller Libreria "CSS", italia 1960s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Naples, IT
Libreria modulare del modello CSS disegnata da George Nelson per Herman Miller. Il sistema è
Steel
$4,000
H 30 in W 65 in D 40 in
C. 1954 George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table in Mahogany
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Gate-leg dining table, model 4656, designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in 1946
Steel
$4,000
H 32 in W 34 in D 18.5 in
1954 George Nelson for Herman Miller Thin Edge Four Drawer Dresser in Walnut
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Herman Miller Thin-Edge Four-Drawer Dresser, model 3302, designed by George Nelson in
Steel
Chest of Drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegantly simple rectilinear chest of drawers in bleached ash with gracefully curved steel pulls
Steel
George Nelson Desk
Located in Palm Springs, CA
George Nelson desk. Desk measures 60" wide, 30" deep and 30" high. Desk has been professionally
Aluminum, Steel
$1,436Sale Price|20% Off
H 30 in W 30 in D 18 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern 3 Drawer Dresser Steel Framed George Nelson in Style
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern 3 Drawer Dresser Steel Framed George Nelson in Style of. Dimensions
Steel
Vintage Mid Century Modern Architects shelving unit
By George Nelson
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
section is particularly eye catching. Probably based on George Nelson's designs and a similar piece made
Steel
$2,925Sale Price|50% Off
H 29.5 in W 70.5 in D 18 in
Stunning Swedish Mid-Century Modern 12 Drawer Dresser Credenza White Metal Legs
By George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning Swedish Mid-Century Modern 12 drawer dresser credenza white laminate top and metal legs/pulls. Impressive construction and very beautiful modern design. All 12 teak and hard...
Steel
George Nelson For Mobilier International Paris Mid Century Wall Unit
By Mobilier International
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Probably by George Nelson 1960's. An exceptional large scale wall unit with three compartments
Aluminum, Steel
Pair of George Nelson Steel Frame Dressers
By George Nelson
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Pair of George Nelson steel frame dressers. Natural wood walnut drawers fronts. Matte dark grey
Metal
George Nelson Chest
By George Nelson
Located in Baltimore, MD
Handsome George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 4600 three drawer dresser in walnut with satin
Aluminum, Nickel, Steel
Comprehensive Storage System (CSS) by George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful example of George Nelson's Comprehensive Storage System (CSS), comprised of four
Steel, Aluminum
Unavailable
H 17 in W 55.5 in D 28 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller Credenza, Walnut, Stainless Steel and Laminate
By George Nelson
Located in New York, NY
Handsome George Nelson credenza designed in 1952 for Herman Miller. Walnut, stainless steel and
Chrome
George Nelson Chest
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Baltimore, MD
Handsome George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 4606 four drawer dresser in walnut with satin
Aluminum, Nickel, Steel
Home Office Desk by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
This desk was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
Aluminum, Steel
MMG Desk by George Nelson Associates, 1950s
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in 성동구, KR
by George Nelson together with his associate designer, John F. Pile. (Source: George Nelson
Steel
Vintage Nelson Style Dresser
By George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
by the iconic works of George Nelson. This dresser combines form and function with its clean lines
Steel
Unavailable
H 108.27 in W 98.43 in D 19.69 in
George Nelson Four De La Baie Css Mural Étagère Pour Herman Miller, 1959
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Grenoble, FR
Wall-mounted four Bay CSS (Comprehensive Storage System), designed by George Nelson for Herman
Steel
Four George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinets with Marble Tops
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful set of four steel frame cabinets designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. All
Marble, Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
George Nelson steel frame cabinet. One walnut front drawer on top and 2 Yellow Sliding doors. Steel
Iron
George Nelson Steel Frame Chest
By George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Case with one drawer and sliding doors. model 4031
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinets for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
First year production George Nelson Steel Frame Case series cabinet. Sky blue sides and facade
Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Highland, IN
The steel frame group designed by George Nelson was created as one of three lines of case goods for
Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Desk
By George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Nelson for Herman Miler, Custom Larger Desk, these were designed for Herman Miller Executive and
Chrome
George Nelson Steel Frame Chest
By George Nelson
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson design for Herman Miller chest of drawers, completely restored.
Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Cabinet by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Classic Mid-Century Modern George Nelson cabinet. Features one top drawer and a bottom sliding door
Metal
George Nelson & Associates, Thin Edge Cabinet, Model 5240
By George Nelson
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very rare “Thin edge cabinet” by George Nelson & Associates, model 5240 Herman Miller. Five
Aluminum, Steel
George Nelson Credenza
By George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Nelson for Herman Miller, Thin Edge Credenza Ribbon teak veneer, Aluminum tapered legs. Cabinet
Aluminum, Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Desk for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
perfect Mid Century vibe . Designed by George Nelson for the Herman Miller furniture company and retaining
Steel, Chrome
George Nelson Steel Frame Desk
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame Desk George Nelson & Associates Steelframe desk, model 4173
Steel, Aluminum
Sold
H 29.53 in W 33.47 in D 17.52 in
Two 1950s Steel Frame Orange and Lemon Cabinets by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A pair of vibrant 1950s "Steel Frame" cabinets by George Nelson for Herman Miller. In wood and
Steel
George Nelson Steel frame case dressers and desk set.
By George Nelson
Located in Kalamazoo, MI
dresser, cabinet and desk exemplify Nelson's minimalist brand of modernism. Utilitarian steel case frame
Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Dresser Chest for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Herman Miller furniture company designed by George Nelson
Steel, Chrome
George Nelson M.M.G. Cabinet
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Nelson design for Herman Miller, Modern Management Group (M.M.G.), 6 drawer case in tangerine with
Aluminum, Steel, Metal
Set Of 3 George Nelson Steel Frame Dressers
By George Nelson
Located in Pawtucket, RI
Set of 3 of Steel Frame dressers designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller circa 1950's. Walnut
Metal
George Nelson Stereo Cabinet for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Dallas, TX
1950s George Nelson Stereo cabinet for Herman Miller with rare satellite speaker option. University
Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Nightstand, Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Raleigh, NC
A mid century modern classic, George Nelson Steel Frame night stand. This piece retains the
Steel
George Nelson Steel Case Dresser by Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Elegant and simple dresser has three drawers which are exposed by the angle iron framed. Three sides painted to the original olive and drawer front refinished to exposed veneer of b...
Chrome
Sold
H 28 in W 72.38 in D 18.5 in
Walnut Stereo Entertainment Credenza / Cabinet in the style of George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
area to one end all sitting on brushed stainless steel legs designed in the manner of George Nelson and
Stainless Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Desk
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Nelson for Herman Miler, Custom Larger Desk, these were designed for Herman Miller Executive and
Chrome
George Nelson Model 4712 Cabinet by Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Highland, IN
Cabinet Series that George Nelson designed for Herman Miller.
Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame 3-Drawer Dresser for Herman Miller, 1950s
By George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson steel frame 3-drawer dresser for Herman Miller, circa 1950s. This dresser front has 3
Steel
Sold
H 30 in W 33.5 in D 16.75 in
George Nelson Sliding Doors Steel Frame Dresser for Herman Miller, 1950s
By George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson steel frame dresser for Herman Miller, circa 1950s. This dresser front has a natural
Steel
George Nelson Drop Leaf Desk
By George Nelson
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nelson small desk for Herman Miller, completely refinished and restored. Desk is 48"in
Steel
George Nelson for Herman Miller Credenza
By George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
George Nelson for Herman Miller Credenza. Walnut with sliding walnut panel doors. Shelf on one
Steel
Sold
H 29.5 in W 33.5 in D 17 in
Modern George Nelson Herman Miller Steel Sliding Door Cabinet in Grey and White
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Houston, TX
George Nelson Herman Miller steel cabinet in grey. The Cabinets doors, drawers, and side have been
George Nelson Styled Mid Century Bookcase
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
in the manner of George Nelson with front tapered shelves and in a color that was used on Herman
Stainless Steel
George Nelson Styled Mid Century Bookcase
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
in the manner of George Nelson with a front tapered shelve and in a color that was used on Herman
Stainless Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Chest
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame 3 Drawer Dresser model 4014
George Nelson Steel Frame Chest
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Frame 3 Drawer Dresser model 4014
George Nelson Steel Frame Dresser for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in San Diego, CA
This is a rare Mid-Century Modern dresser / chest of drawers designed by George Nelson for Herman
Steel
Pair of George Nelson Steel Frame Dressers with Marble Tops
By George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful pair of steel frame cabinets designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. All cabinets
Metal
Sold
H 32.5 in W 56.25 in D 18.5 in
Walnut Dresser / Storage Cabinet by George Nelson. Beautiful Condition.
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Kansas City, MO
Seldom seen walnut bedroom dresser designed by George Nelson for his "Modular Group" furniture line
Steel
George Nelson Walnut & Stainless Steel Credenza for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson Walnut & Stainless Steel Credenza for Herman Miller.
Steel
Desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Simple single desk with steel tubular legs and formica style top in light grey.
Steel
Herman Miller George Nelson Action Office Series Desk
By George Nelson
Located in Pasadena, TX
Aluminum Frame Two Drawers See rare Action Office George Nelson file cabinet available. Please inquire.
Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Chest of Drawers, Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Raleigh, NC
An all original George Nelson small dresser. In good vintage condition with sign of age and use
Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Dresser in Blue and Grey
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in San Diego, CA
dresser designed by George Nelson Associates for Herman Miller dating back to the 1950s. It has three
Steel
George Nelson Walnut & Steel Desk for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson Walnut & Steel Desk for Herman Miller.
Metal
Sold
H 30.75 in W 33.5 in D 17.5 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller Steel Case Series Chest of Drawers
By George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Walnut fronted drawers with celery sides and back with a white frame and laminate top. Top drawer has large round metal Herman Miller tag. Drawers and frame have been refinished. Bou...
Steel
George Nelson Steel Frame Dresser for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson steel frame dresser. Walnut drawers fronts, Matte dark grey or green painted sides
Metal
George Nelson Drop Front Desk for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Nelson desk from his 1946 cased good series by Herman Miller in the desirable Primavera (bleached
Steel
George Nelson Two-Tone Lacquered & Steel Credenza for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson two-tone lacquered & steel credenza for Herman Miller.
Steel
Vintage Steel Frame Dresser by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century three drawer dresser designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, circa 1950s. A unique
Metal, Steel
Walnut Office Credenza by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic, Mid-Century Modern, low, walnut office credenza by George Nelson for Herman Miller with
Steel
Sold
H 32 in W 20.25 in D 13 in
Mid-Century Modern George Nelson Thin Edge Jewelry Cabinet for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A completely restored original 1952 jewelry cabinet designed by George Nelson and produced by
Steel
$16,954 / item
H 53.15 in W 125.99 in D 59.06 in
Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
Metal, Brass
Pair of 70s Style Italian Bamboo and Brass Table Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
Brass
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Mamun Bedside (Dark Brown/Dusty Blue)
Located in Singapore, SG
Mamun, which translates to trustworthy in Arabic, was designed by Studio Kallang in 2021 as a playful take on both midcentury and brutalist forms. Designer Faezah Shaharuddin intende...
Teak
Roger Capron, Coffee Table, Wood, Ceramic, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and beige ceramic tile coffee table designed and produced by Roger Capron, France, c. 1960s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 10.75"H x 51.625"W x 24.5"D All items ship from Hig...
Ceramic, Wood
$1,364 / set
H 25.2 in W 13.78 in D 10.24 in
Louis XV Nightstands/Side Tables with Heart Detail C1950s France
Located in Trensacq, FR
Pair of French Louis XV Revival Nightstands/Bedside Tables C1950s Gorgeous pair of French Louis XV style nightstands/bedside tables with a sweetheart motif. A delightfully dainty du...
Wood
$3,850
H 42 in W 40 in D 17 in
Gilbert Rohde Art Deco Paldao Cabinet Refinished Drop Front Secretary Bookcase
By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Art Deco Cabinet, designed by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, American, circa 1930s. This piece is currently being refinished and will look wonderful when completed. Thi...
Metal
Mid century danish modern teak 2 door wardrobe storage cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century danish modern teak 2 door wardrobe cabinet. Behind the doors are open shelves. (8) adjustable shelves total with pins. (4) on the left and (4) on the right side. Great fo...
Teak
George Nelson Herman Miller Side End Table
By Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Side table with glass top, designed by George Nelson, for Herman Miller. This table has some minor wear, including a small bruise to the bottom fronts of the drawer, as shown. Origi...
Walnut, Glass
Pair of Biedermeier Chests of Drawers, circa 1820
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Biedermeier chests of drawers with three drawers, raised on tapering, slightly curved legs. The edges and side volute pilasters are ebonized. A discreet brass band frames the...
Walnut
Gilbert Rohde Paldao Cabinet for Herman Miller
By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller
Located in Hanover, MA
Gilbert Rohde designed this chest for Herman Miller as part of his 1941 Paldao Line of streamline modernist and modular furniture in exotic veneer. This is model no. 4103, two-door c...
Mahogany
Petite Classic Knoll Credenza in Walnut and Cream Ca' 1950's
By Florence Knoll
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic Florence Knoll for Knoll petite scale (36"W) credenza. Walnut with nice rich patina, cream colored, original fronts and leather tabs. Vintage circa 1950s with original Knol...
Wood
$1,800
H 22.5 in W 17.75 in D 34.25 in
C. 1954 George Nelson For Herman Miller End Table/Cabinet With Glass Top
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an End Table / Cabinet from George Nelson's Basic Cabinet Series, originally designed in 1946. This particular example was produced by Herman Miller C. 1954. This piece is co...
Aluminum
George Nelson for Herman Miller Chests/Dressers, a Pair
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Delray Beach, FL
A beautiful pair of dressers designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Finished in a spectacular combed oak veneer. One of the most lively, beautiful, vibrant veneers we’ve ever s...
Oak
Celina Decorações, Coffee Table, Wood, Marble, Brazil, 1960s
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and marble coffee table produced by Celina Decorações, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, c. 1960s. Dimensions: 12” H x 60” W x 32” D All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
Marble
$18,500
H 95.5 in W 129.25 in D 18.5 in
Comprehensive Storage System by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Dallas, TX
Early production 'CSS" - Comprehensive Storage System designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1959. This system is in excellent condition with the early Herman Miller lable cons...
Aluminum
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.