Hanging Book Case
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Shelves
Pine
Vintage 1930s Arts and Crafts Shelves
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Anglo-Japanese Shelves
Walnut
Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Cabinets
Oak
1990s American Shelves
Iron
Antique 1880s Italian High Victorian Shelves
Hardwood
2010s Italian Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Rattan, Glass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 1840s Gothic Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Aluminum
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Aluminum
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Tapestries
Textile
Early 20th Century Mantel Clocks
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century British Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Prints
Paper
20th Century English Other Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Aluminum, Chrome
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Mid-20th Century English Edwardian Decorative Art
Bronze
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Silk
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Faux Leather, Cedar
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Rosewood, Leather, Fiberglass
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Tables
Mohair, Oak
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Tables
Wood
Antique 1760s Georgian Corner Cupboards
Oak
Antique Late 18th Century American American Colonial Cupboards
Oak
Antique Early 1800s Scottish Corner Cupboards
Oak
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sofa Tables
Wood
Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Corner Cupboards
Wood, Fruitwood
Antique 18th Century English Corner Cupboards
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Japanese Ceramics
Ceramic
Antique Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Ebony, Walnut
Recent Sales
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
20th Century Belgian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Ormolu
Antique Early 1900s Folk Art More Folk Art
Antique Late 19th Century Mission Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Rattan
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Cupboards
Oak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Rattan
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Cabinets
Kingwood
Vintage 1970s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century British Cabinets
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Cabinets
Marble, Bronze
Antique 17th Century Italian Louis XIV Cabinets
Giltwood
Vintage 1950s American Desks
Steel, Brass
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1910s Indian Anglo-Indian Cupboards
Hardwood
Antique 19th Century Swedish Baroque Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
20th Century French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut, Oak
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Swedish Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany, Teak
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch, Walnut
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut
Antique 19th Century British George III Linen Presses
Brass
Antique 1880s English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Satinwood
Antique 1880s English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Satinwood, Tulipwood
Antique 1890s English Sheraton Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Antique 1860s English Campaign Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique 1880s English Sheraton Wardrobes and Armoires
Satinwood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George III Benches
Vintage 1970s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
Vintage 1940s American Political and Patriotic Memorabilia
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood, Maple
Mid-20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Macassar, Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Sycamore
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Birdseye Maple
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany, Teak
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
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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.
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