Huge Bookcase
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
20th Century American American Classical Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Bookcases
Hardwood
Antique 19th Century English Gothic Revival Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1980s British Country Bookcases
Pine
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Bookcases
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Rosewood
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Bookcases
Pine
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Magnets
2010s American Louis Philippe Bookcases
Steel, Brass
Antique 1880s French Country Bookcases
Brass
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Travertine, Stainless Steel
20th Century English Country Bookcases
Hardwood
20th Century English Country Bookcases
Cherry
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Bookcases
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Bookcases
Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Bookcases
Hardwood
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Oak, Pine
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Oak, Pine
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Oak, Pine
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Oak, Pine
Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Bookcases
Giltwood, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Antique Early 1900s Bookcases
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Resin
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Dressers
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Cabinets
Wood
20th Century Danish Post-Modern Cabinets
Wood
Antique 1890s Swiss Black Forest Bergere Chairs
Upholstery, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cupboards
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Walnut
2010s Italian Sofas
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Gothic Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Glass, Art Glass, Murano Glass
Antique 1890s Swiss Black Forest Settees
Upholstery, Wood
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Faux Leather, Teak
20th Century Belgian Modern Side Tables
Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Carrara Marble, Brass
20th Century American American Classical Living Room Sets
Hardwood, Wool
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Ceramics
Ceramic
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Glass
Glass
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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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