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Mid Century Modern Inspired Low-Profile Teak Wood Credenza by House of Jaipur
Mid Century Modern Inspired Low-Profile Teak Wood Credenza by House of Jaipur

Mid Century Modern Inspired Low-Profile Teak Wood Credenza by House of Jaipur

Located in New York, NY

A seamless blend of modern minimalism and functional elegance, this low-profile credenza is a refined storage solution designed for contemporary interiors.

Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Credenza by Tage Olofsson A pair
Scandinavian Modern Teak Credenza by Tage Olofsson A pair

Scandinavian Modern Teak Credenza by Tage Olofsson A pair

Located in Fulton, CA

Previous owner removed legs and placed two identical credenzas side by side to create one extra long and low profile credenza.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Buffets

Materials

Teak

"The Anatomy of Shadows" Contemporary Painting by Rebecca Ruoff
"The Anatomy of Shadows" Contemporary Painting by Rebecca Ruoff

"The Anatomy of Shadows" Contemporary Painting by Rebecca Ruoff

By rebecca ruoff

Located in Bedford Hills, NY

It is best suited for an environment of contemplation—placed above a low-profile credenza or as the anchor of a private library—where its metallic undertones can catch the evening li...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Vintage Black Ceramic Sphere Vase
Vintage Black Ceramic Sphere Vase

Vintage Black Ceramic Sphere Vase

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Measuring 10.75” W × 10.75” D × 11” H, this collector-grade vase is ideally suited for display on a low-profile credenza, a pedestal, or as a centerpiece on a minimalist dining table.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Low Profile Danish Style Ash Wood Credenza
Low Profile Danish Style Ash Wood Credenza

Low Profile Danish Style Ash Wood Credenza

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Petra cabinet is a wooden sideboard, with central drawers and two side doors, made in the Danish mid-century modern style. Made of blonde color ash wood with tapered legs and scu...

Category

20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Brutalist Style Oak Sideboard with Rich Patina, c. 1930s
French Provincial Brutalist Style Oak Sideboard with Rich Patina, c. 1930s

French Provincial Brutalist Style Oak Sideboard with Rich Patina, c. 1930s

Located in Rødding, DK

Sourced from Continental Europe and hand-crafted in solid oak during the 1930s–1940s, this long, low-profile credenza embodies a timeless sense of place, soul, and honest craftsmansh...

Category

20th Century French Brutalist Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Low-Profile Bone Inlay Media Console with Cord Escapes by House of Jaipur
Low-Profile Bone Inlay Media Console with Cord Escapes by House of Jaipur

Low-Profile Bone Inlay Media Console with Cord Escapes by House of Jaipur

Located in New York, NY

For the living room where proportion is everything, this low-profile bone inlay media console offers a considered alternative to the standard television stand — one that sits closer ...

Category

2010s Indian Arts and Crafts Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Bone

Mother of Pearl Low-Profile Media Console with Cord Escapes by House of Jaipur
Mother of Pearl Low-Profile Media Console with Cord Escapes by House of Jaipur

Mother of Pearl Low-Profile Media Console with Cord Escapes by House of Jaipur

Located in New York, NY

There is no inlay material quite like mother of pearl — and on a console of this scale, its qualities reveal themselves with particular generosity. Every surface of this low-profile ...

Category

2010s Indian Arts and Crafts Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Teak Wood Inlay Low-Profile Media Console with Cord Escapes by House of Jaipur
Teak Wood Inlay Low-Profile Media Console with Cord Escapes by House of Jaipur

Teak Wood Inlay Low-Profile Media Console with Cord Escapes by House of Jaipur

Located in New York, NY

For the living room where natural warmth matters as much as craft, this teak wood inlay media console offers a genuinely distinctive alternative to conventional television furniture....

Category

2010s Indian Arts and Crafts Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Resin

Restored Credenza in Rosewood, Carlo Jensen for Hundevad and Co., Denmark, 1960s
Restored Credenza in Rosewood, Carlo Jensen for Hundevad and Co., Denmark, 1960s

Restored Credenza in Rosewood, Carlo Jensen for Hundevad and Co., Denmark, 1960s

Located in Deland, FL

Each of the two shelves are adjustable as are the four storage drawers. This alluring low profile credenza is ultra-functional, structurally sound and ready for a lifetime more of u...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Danish Glass Front Credenza
Mid-Century Danish Glass Front Credenza

Mid-Century Danish Glass Front Credenza

By H.P. Hansen, Bernhard Pedersen & Son, Gunni Omann, Dyrlund, Axel Christensen

Located in Raleigh, NC

This credenza is low-profile and long. A perfect addition as a console or entryway piece.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Wood, Teak

Mid Century 4 Drawer Low Profile Dresser/Credenza by Paul McCobb
Mid Century 4 Drawer Low Profile Dresser/Credenza by Paul McCobb

Mid Century 4 Drawer Low Profile Dresser/Credenza by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in New York, NY

Rare Paul McCobb 4 drawer dresser/credenza is made of solid maple wood with original aluminum circle metal pulls and tapered maple legs. This piece is part of the McCobb Planner Grou...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Maple

Low Profile White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Drawers TV Stand Credenza Console MINT!
Low Profile White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Drawers TV Stand Credenza Console MINT!

Low Profile White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Drawers TV Stand Credenza Console MINT!

By Established Lines

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Low Profile White Lacquer Oiled Walnut Drawers TV Stand Credenza Console MINT!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Walnut

Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Mobelfabrik Model FA-66 Low-Profile Rosewood Credenza
Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Mobelfabrik Model FA-66 Low-Profile Rosewood Credenza

Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Mobelfabrik Model FA-66 Low-Profile Rosewood Credenza

By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This example falls under the FA-66 family, and features the rare 3-door configuration and a low-profile and compact plinth base. The left door opens to reveal three felt-lined drawer...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Felt, Maple, Rosewood

Rosewood Sideboard Credenza Low Storage Unit with Tapered Legs Denmark 1960s
Rosewood Sideboard Credenza Low Storage Unit with Tapered Legs Denmark 1960s

Rosewood Sideboard Credenza Low Storage Unit with Tapered Legs Denmark 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This minimalist low-profile sideboard credenza features a streamlined rectangular cabinet frame supported by elegant tapered legs.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Rattan Table Lamp
Vintage Rattan Table Lamp

Vintage Rattan Table Lamp

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

It serves as an excellent lighting solution atop a teak bedside nightstand, a prominent desk, or a low-profile living room credenza. To care for the natural fibers, dust gently with ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Modernist Ceramic Tube Lamp
Vintage Modernist Ceramic Tube Lamp

Vintage Modernist Ceramic Tube Lamp

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Striking and versatile, this architectural lighting piece brings sophisticated modernist flair to living room credenzas, low-profile sideboards, or curated bedside tables.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Vintage Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas
Vintage Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas

Vintage Abstract Expressionist Oil Painting on Canvas

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Its commanding proportions make it an ideal focal point when displayed above a sleek low-profile sofa, a handsome walnut credenza, or within a minimalist gallery wall setting.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Wood, Paint

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Sapporiti Italia Birds Eye Maple Credenza
Sapporiti Italia Birds Eye Maple Credenza

Sapporiti Italia Birds Eye Maple Credenza

Unavailable

H 21 in W 71 in D 25 in

Sapporiti Italia Birds Eye Maple Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

W71 D25 H21 Low Profile credenza in Birds Eye maple. Item features removable glass shelving and has been refinished.

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Credenzas

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Made To Oder Mid Century Style Cane Credenza
Made To Oder Mid Century Style Cane Credenza

Made To Oder Mid Century Style Cane Credenza

Unavailable

H 25.75 in W 63.75 in D 16.25 in

Made To Oder Mid Century Style Cane Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

DIMENSIONS63.75ʺW × 16.25ʺD × 25.75ʺH This item is not currently available on the showroom floor but can be made available within 4-6 weeks after purchase in your choice of dimensio...

Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Cane, Walnut

Rosewood Danish Modern Credenza Stereo Record Cabinet
Rosewood Danish Modern Credenza Stereo Record Cabinet

Rosewood Danish Modern Credenza Stereo Record Cabinet

Unavailable

H 27.5 in W 65 in D 16 in

Rosewood Danish Modern Credenza Stereo Record Cabinet

Located in Fairfield, ME

An absolutely stunning low profile rosewood credenza in superlative condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Mid-Century Low Profile Credenza with Chrome Legs
Mid-Century Low Profile Credenza with Chrome Legs

Mid-Century Low Profile Credenza with Chrome Legs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 27.5″ H x 74″ W x 18″ D. Materials: Walnut, steel chrome. Condition: Excellent – newly refin...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Low Profile Credenza by Jens Risom
Mid-Century Low Profile Credenza by Jens Risom

Mid-Century Low Profile Credenza by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Jens Risom. Manufacturer: Jens Risom Design. Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 27″ H x 58.5″ L x 20″ W. Materials: ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Steel

George Nelson Low Profile Credenza for Herman Miller
George Nelson Low Profile Credenza for Herman Miller

George Nelson Low Profile Credenza for Herman Miller

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: George Nelson. Manufacturer: Herman Miller. Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 25.5″H x 80″L x 18.5″W. Materials: Wa...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

George Nelson Low Profile Credenza Sideboard for Herman Miller
George Nelson Low Profile Credenza Sideboard for Herman Miller

George Nelson Low Profile Credenza Sideboard for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Miami, FL

REDUCED FROM $4,750....With sought after nickel hair-pin legs and C curl pulls, this George Nelson cabinet has a rare low profile in that the height is 29 1/2". Produced by Herman Mi...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Barzilay Walnut Wood Tambour Door Low Profile Credenza, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Barzilay Walnut Wood Tambour Door Low Profile Credenza, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Barzilay Walnut Wood Tambour Door Low Profile Credenza, 1960s

By Barzilay

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a terrific, walnut wood credenza sideboard, with tambour doors, by Barzilay, circa 1960s. In excellent vintage condition. The dimensions are 72" W x 18" D x...

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Low Profile Credenza in Maple by Paul Mccobb for Planner Group / Winchendon, USA
Low Profile Credenza in Maple by Paul Mccobb for Planner Group / Winchendon, USA

Low Profile Credenza in Maple by Paul Mccobb for Planner Group / Winchendon, USA

By Paul McCobb

Located in Deland, FL

This exquisite credenza, designed by the acclaimed and visionary Paul McCobb, has recently undergone a comprehensive and transformative restoration that offers a modern twist to the ...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Maple

1950's Black & White Paul McCobb Planner Group low Console
1950's Black & White Paul McCobb Planner Group low Console

1950's Black & White Paul McCobb Planner Group low Console

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Mid Century Paul McCobb Planner Group for Winchendon Black and White low profile Credenza. Rectangular framework in ebonized Black lacquered Birch with 2 White grasscloth sliding...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Teak Credenza Petite Low Profile Media Cabinet
Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Teak Credenza Petite Low Profile Media Cabinet

Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Teak Credenza Petite Low Profile Media Cabinet

By Jydsk Mobelvaerk, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Chattanooga, TN

If you need a petite, low profile credenza, look no further! This late 1960s Canadian made teak credenza has atypical dimensions.

Category

Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Danish Modern Tambour-Door Teak Credenza
Danish Modern Tambour-Door Teak Credenza

Danish Modern Tambour-Door Teak Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This long and low profile credenza features a teak wood construction with tambour doors and carved recessed handles.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Danish Modern Low Profile Teak Credenza
Danish Modern Low Profile Teak Credenza

Danish Modern Low Profile Teak Credenza

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H 27 in W 70 in D 14.75 in

Danish Modern Low Profile Teak Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Danish Modern Country: Denmark Date: 1960s Dimensions: 27″H x 70″L x 14.75″W Materials: Teak Condition: Excellent – New...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza
Mid-Century Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza

Mid-Century Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 23 H x 72 L x 18 W Materials: Walnut wood Condition: Excellent – Newly Refinished Number of It...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Midcentury Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza
Midcentury Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza

Midcentury Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza

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H 22.25 in W 47.75 in D 17.75 in

Midcentury Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960’s Dimensions: 22.25″H x 47.75″W x 17.75″D Materials: Walnut Condit...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza
Midcentury Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza

Midcentury Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza

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H 22.25 in W 47.75 in D 17.75 in

Midcentury Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 22.25″H x 47.75″W x 17.75″D Materials: Walnut Conditi...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza
Mid Century Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza

Mid Century Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1950’s Dimensions: 28″H x 78″L x 18″W Materials: Walnut Condition: Exce...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Low-Profile Tambour-Door Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Low-Profile Tambour-Door Credenza

Mid-Century Modern Low-Profile Tambour-Door Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Modern low-profile tambour-door credenza.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Midcentury Low-Profile Tambour Door Credenza by Barzilay
Midcentury Low-Profile Tambour Door Credenza by Barzilay

Midcentury Low-Profile Tambour Door Credenza by Barzilay

By Barzilay

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Low in profile and ample in space, this beautifully refinished walnut storage unit features two tambour doors that are accented with inconspicuously slatted door pulls for functional...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Midcentury Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay
Midcentury Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay

Midcentury Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay

By Barzilay

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Modern credenza designed and manufactured by Barzilay in the United States, circa 1960s. This stylish and sturdy walnut storage unit features two tambour doors that glide...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza

Mid-Century Modern Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Period/style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 24 H x 72 L x 18 W Materials: Walnut wood Condition: Excellent, newly refinished Number of ite...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay
Midcentury Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay

Midcentury Low Profile Tambour-Door Credenza by Barzilay

By Barzilay

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Barzilay Manufacturer: Barzilay Country of origin: United States Date of manufacture: 1960-1969 Materials: Walnut wood Period style: Mid-Century Modern Condition: E...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza
Mid-Century Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza

Mid-Century Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza

By Barzilay

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Barzilay Furniture. Manufacturer: Barzilay Furniture. Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 22.5″ H x 71.5″ L x 18″ D. ...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza
Mid-Century Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza

Mid-Century Low Profile Walnut Tambour Door Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Unknown. Manufacturer: Unknown. Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s. Dimensions: 22.5″ H x 71.75″ W x 18″ D. Materials: Walnut. C...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Low-Profile Walnut Tambour-Door Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Low-Profile Walnut Tambour-Door Credenza

Mid-Century Modern Low-Profile Walnut Tambour-Door Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Low in profile, this beautifully refinished walnut storage unit is accented with inconspicuously slatted door pulls for functional ease.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Monumental Glenn of California Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza
Monumental Glenn of California Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza

Monumental Glenn of California Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza

By Glenn of California

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer: Glenn of California Manufacturer: Glenn of California Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: Unites States Date: 1950s Dimensions: 26.25″H x 108.75″L x 18.75″W M...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Mid-Century Low-Profile Tambour Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay
Mid-Century Low-Profile Tambour Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay

Mid-Century Low-Profile Tambour Door Walnut Credenza by Barzilay

By Barzilay

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-century low-profile tambour door walnut credenza by Barzilay.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza, United States, c.1965
Walnut Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza, United States, c.1965

Walnut Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza, United States, c.1965

By Milo Baughman, Barzilay

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Walnut Low Profile Tambour Door Credenza, United States, c.1965.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

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Low Profile Credenza For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic low profile credenza available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, walnut and metal, every low profile credenza was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a low profile credenza — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A low profile credenza, designed in the Mid-Century Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made low profile credenza has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Barzilay, Glenn of California and Milo Baughman are consistently popular.

How Much is a Low Profile Credenza?

Prices for a low profile credenza can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,200 and can go as high as $6,200, while the average can fetch as much as $3,050.

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.