Matching Bookcases
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel
Antique 19th Century British Art Nouveau Bookcases
Wood
Antique 19th Century British Art Nouveau Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Secretaires
Teak
20th Century British Edwardian Bookcases
Leather, Oak
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Swedish Secretaires
Teak
Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Brass, Nickel
Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Hardwood, Rosewood
Antique 18th Century English George II Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Swedish Empire Bookcases
Birch
Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Bookcases
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Gothic Bookcases
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Regency Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Rosewood
Early 20th Century Northern Irish George III Bookcases
Tulipwood, Harewood, Satinwood
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
Vintage 1980s Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Brass
1990s American Bookcases
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Bookcases
Glass
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
Antique 1870s French Neoclassical Revival Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Teak
Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
Early 20th Century Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 1780s Dutch Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Bookcases
Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century British Bookcases
Leather, Oak
Antique 1890s Dutch Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Wrought Iron
Antique 1860s French Directoire Bookcases
Wood
Antique 19th Century British William IV Bookcases
Blown Glass, Rosewood
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Hardwood
Antique 1830s Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century English Country Bookcases
Hardwood, Glass
Early 20th Century English Vienna Secession Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Antique 1810s English Regency Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
Antique 19th Century French Louis XIII Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century British Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
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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.
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