Tall Dry Bar
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass
Late 20th Century American Ming Dry Bars
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1980s Chinoiserie Dry Bars
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Walnut
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Glass, Mirror, Oak
Vintage 1940s Hollywood Regency Dry Bars
Mirror, Wood
20th Century Art Deco Cabinets
Silver Leaf
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Crystal, Brass
Vintage 1960s American Dry Bars
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1940s Argentine Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass
Antique 19th Century American Dry Bars
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Dry Bars
Stone
Mid-20th Century Dry Bars
Teak
Early 20th Century Swedish Dry Bars
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20th Century American Dry Bars
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Teak
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Dry Bars
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Dry Bars
Wood, Mirror
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Dry Bars
Brass
20th Century American Biedermeier Dry Bars
Burl
Late 20th Century American Federal Console Tables
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Vitrines
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Dry Bars
Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Teak, Laminate
Early 2000s Modern Dry Bars
Hardwood, Paint
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Satinwood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Dry Bars
Metal
1990s Unknown Chinoiserie Dry Bars
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Dry Bars
Composition, Gold Leaf
Vintage 1930s American Machine Age Dry Bars
Steel
20th Century French Victorian Cabinets
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1890s Belgian Régence Buffets
Marble
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cabinets
Aluminum
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass
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Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A dry bar is a case piece that houses barware, spirits and possibly a beverage refrigerator. A wet bar is a dry bar with sink and running water.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A standard bar countertop is usually 41 to 43 inches from the floor. A bar height is taller than typical table and counter heights and requires specific seating to best suit the height. The ideal height for a bar chair or stool is 29 to 32 inches tall. Browse a selection of bar furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Since counters are generally 34 to 39 inches high, counter stools should be 24 to 27 inches tall; bars are 40 to 46 inches from the ground, so bar stools typically stand 30 to 36 inches tall.
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