At 1stDibs, there are several options of narrow cupboards available for sale. The range of distinct narrow cupboards — often made from
wood,
pine and
softwood — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of narrow cupboards available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century.
Georgian,
Victorian and
Louis XV narrow cupboards are consistently popular styles. Large narrow cupboards can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller narrow cupboards available at 1stDibs — each spanning 12 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Narrow cupboards have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by
Maison Jansen and
Thomasville are consistently popular.
Prices for narrow cupboards can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, narrow cupboards begin at $495 and can go as high as $120,329, while the average can fetch as much as $4,240.
In any kitchen, dining room or other area of your home, antique and vintage cupboards can help you organize your space as well as support your endeavors to show off your prized collectibles and decorative objects.
Cupboards have long been staples in interior design as reliable and versatile case pieces, which have been a vital part of the home for centuries. Cupboards appeared in the Middle Ages and by the 17th century had eclipsed the chest in popularity as a piece of furniture for storage. New techniques in woodworking allowed furniture manufacturers to build pieces that were more complex than simple chests.
Early cupboards were often tall and were typically used to store linens. By the 18th century, there was more variety in the available shapes and sizes, with some pieces combining a chest of drawers with a tall cabinet.
Cupboards became large and heavy as their importance as furniture grew, frequently making them the biggest piece in a home. They could involve decorative elements like columns and cornices. Over the years, more features were added by furniture makers, such as glass panels for displaying items like porcelain ware.
Besides keeping the room tidy, a cupboard can set the tone through its size. Antique and vintage cupboards are built to last, and, with centuries of design choices, these structures are easy to match with existing furniture.
On 1stDibs, find a range of options for your home including new and custom cupboards, mid-century modern cupboards and original creations, like the weave quilt cupboards by Jim Rose. Contemporary cupboards with unexpected shapes and colors can add an element of surprise to a room. They also provide versatile storage while creating a modern effect.