Low Profile Drawers
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Wood, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
Teak
Early 20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
20th Century Italian Regency Revival Desks and Writing Tables
Oak
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Chestnut, Oak
2010s Italian Dressers
Marble, Metal
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Shelves and Wall Cab...
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Oak, Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
2010s Italian Organic Modern Center Tables
Brass
2010s Italian Organic Modern Center Tables
Brass
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Laminate, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Leather, Wood
2010s American Modern Benches
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary American Night Stands
Oak, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Brass
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Hardwood
Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Sideboards
Wood
Vintage 1940s French Louis XIV Buffets
Metal, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Night Stands
Oak, Wood, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Secretaires
Birch
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed F...
Fabric, Wool, Upholstery, Faux Leather, Foam, Polyester
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
Antique 1870s French Renaissance Revival Furniture
Marble, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary European Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
Antique 1730s French Louis XV Buffets
Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rosewood
Antique Mid-18th Century French Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Furniture
Elm
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Console Tables
Glass, Cherry
Antique 1740s Italian Louis XV Trumeau Mirrors
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut, Burl
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Wood
Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Mahogany, Glass, Formica
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Rosewood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Vintage 1970s French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1970s Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 16th Century German Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Iron
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
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