Hanging Book Shelves
Antique Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Anglo-Japanese Shelves
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Arts and Crafts Shelves
Oak
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Shelves
Pine
1990s American Shelves
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Rattan, Glass
Antique 1880s Italian High Victorian Shelves
Hardwood
Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Cabinets
Oak
2010s Italian Bookcases
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
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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
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Tables
Wood
Antique 1890s French Rococo Beds and Bed Frames
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Rosewood, Leather, Fiberglass
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Sofa Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century Japanese Ceramics
Ceramic
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Night Stands
Marble, Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood, Mahogany
Antique 1810s French Empire Chairs
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Flush Mount
Metal
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Cabinets
Walnut
20th Century Belgian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Ormolu
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Rattan
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Rattan
Antique 19th Century Swedish Baroque Revival Wardrobes and Armoires
Vintage 1950s American Desks
Steel, Brass
Antique 19th Century Swedish Wardrobes and Armoires
Birch
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
20th Century French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1910s Belgian Empire Revival Bedroom Sets
Amboyna
Antique 19th Century Scottish Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak, Walnut
1990s French Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1910s Indian Anglo-Indian Cupboards
Hardwood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Rattan
Late 20th Century French Provincial Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Rattan, Glass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
Mid-20th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Birdseye Maple
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood, Maple
Vintage 1940s American Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Birch
Vintage 1940s Austrian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
20th Century Danish Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s European Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Walnut
Antique 19th Century British George III Cabinets
Mahogany
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Typically, the best way to hang wall shelves on a wall is through the studs. The studs are the strong vertical beams that form the frames of walls. You can locate them using a tool called a stud finder. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wall shelves.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Typically, the best way to hang floating shelves is to install them into wall studs with screws. You can use a stud finder tool to locate the studs in the wall. A power drill can speed up installation. Shop a selection of floating shelves on 1stDibs.
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