Low Cabinets Empire
Mid-20th Century English Empire Cabinets
Leather, Mahogany
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Marble, Stone, Crystal
2010s Cabinets
Enamel
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets
Stone, Marble, Bronze
Vintage 1980s Empire Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Ormolu
Antique Late 17th Century Dutch Renaissance Cabinets
Ebony, Oak
Antique 1890s French Empire Credenzas
Wood
Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Cabinets
Tortoise Shell, Ebony
Antique 17th Century Dutch Renaissance Cabinets
Ebony, Oak
Vintage 1970s Neoclassical Night Stands
Cherry
Antique Late 17th Century Dutch Renaissance Cupboards
Ebony, Oak, Rosewood
Antique Late 17th Century Dutch Renaissance Cupboards
Steel
Antique Early 19th Century American Sheraton Sideboards
Mahogany, Walnut, Satinwood, Birch
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Carrara Marble, Brass
Antique Early 1800s French Empire Revival Antiquities
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Console Tables
Marble
Antique 1860s French Greek Revival Tobacco Accessories
Brass, Bronze
Antique 1860s French Greek Revival Inkwells
Copper
Antique 1860s French Greek Revival Pedestals
Bronze
Antique 19th Century German Platters and Serveware
Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Floor Lamps
Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Credenzas
Wood, Walnut, Oak
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Chrome, Nickel, Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Enamel
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Terrazzo, Walnut
2010s Minimalist Console Tables
Lacquer
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Credenzas
Bronze
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Aluminum, Brass, Bronze, Chrome, Nickel
2010s Mexican Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
2010s French International Style Daybeds
Fabric
Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps
Metal, Brass
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Antique 1820s British Empire Buffets
Mahogany
Antique 1810s Austrian Empire Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique 1870s French Empire Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Cabinets
Bronze
20th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets
Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Sideboards
Pine
Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Empire Buffets
Brass
Antique 1890s French Empire Credenzas
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Empire Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Late 20th Century North American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
2010s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Wood
2010s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Antique 19th Century Italian Empire Revival Cabinets
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1820s Austrian Biedermeier Secretaires
Cherry, Walnut
Antique 1830s English Desks
Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
1830s Romantic Landscape Drawings and Watercolors
Ink, Pencil
Antique 19th Century French Vases
Porcelain
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Sideboards
Marble
Early 20th Century American American Empire Sideboards
Carrara Marble, Metal
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Buffets
Cherry, Walnut
Antique Mid-17th Century Dutch Renaissance Cabinets
Steel
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1850s Italian Empire Bookcases
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Buffets
Walnut
Antique 1880s French Empire Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Bedroom Sets
Mahogany
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces 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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