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1960s Mid Century Modern Vintage Triple Dresser Lowboy in Herman Miller Style
1960s Mid Century Modern Vintage Triple Dresser Lowboy in Herman Miller Style

1960s Mid Century Modern Vintage Triple Dresser Lowboy in Herman Miller Style

By Herman Miller

Located in Saddle River, NJ

be used as a dresser, media console, or general storage piece. Vintage Charm: The 1960s design adds a

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Wood

Mediterranean Wicker Credenza, 1970s
Mediterranean Wicker Credenza, 1970s

Mediterranean Wicker Credenza, 1970s

Located in Chicago, IL

wonderful flair on each side. Two cabinet doors open to reveal a backless storage - perfect for media use

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wicker, Wood

Antique French Art Deco Wood Parquetry Sideboard Cabinet by Adolphe Chanaux
Antique French Art Deco Wood Parquetry Sideboard Cabinet by Adolphe Chanaux

Antique French Art Deco Wood Parquetry Sideboard Cabinet by Adolphe Chanaux

By Adolphe Chanaux & Co.

Located in Detroit, MI

, storage cabinet, media console, etc. The perfect showpiece for home or office. CONDITION Excellent

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Italian White Oak Veneer Sideboard with Brass Pulls, circa 1950s
Mid-Century Italian White Oak Veneer Sideboard with Brass Pulls, circa 1950s

Mid-Century Italian White Oak Veneer Sideboard with Brass Pulls, circa 1950s

Located in New York, NY

provides practical storage, making it suitable for use as a credenza, media cabinet, or dining room storage

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Credenza or Grass Cloth
Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Credenza or Grass Cloth

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Ebonized Credenza or Grass Cloth

By Paul McCobb

Located in San Diego, CA

adjustable shelf on either side. The credenza would make an excellent media console or record album storage

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Thin Profile Nordisk Andels-Eksport Rosewood Cabinet from Denmark
Thin Profile Nordisk Andels-Eksport Rosewood Cabinet from Denmark

Thin Profile Nordisk Andels-Eksport Rosewood Cabinet from Denmark

By Nordisk Andels-Eksport

Located in South Charleston, WV

cupboards removed and used the piece as a bookcase and media cabinet with storage. The back is finished

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Mid Century Sideboard from Greaves & Thomas, 1960s
Mid Century Sideboard from Greaves & Thomas, 1960s

Mid Century Sideboard from Greaves & Thomas, 1960s

By Greaves and Thomas

Located in South Shields, GB

versatile piece, ideal for use as a dining room sideboard, media unit, or statement storage in a living

Category

Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Danish Oak Highboard cabinet by Henry Kjaernulf
Danish Oak Highboard cabinet by Henry Kjaernulf

Danish Oak Highboard cabinet by Henry Kjaernulf

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Portland, OR

and drawers behind the locking doors provide ample storage for media, serve ware, linens or anything

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Danish Sliding Door Credenza
Mid-Century Danish Sliding Door Credenza

Mid-Century Danish Sliding Door Credenza

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Svend Åge Madsen, Arne Vodder, Dyrlund, Svend Aage Larsen

Located in Raleigh, NC

and aesthetically pleasing details. Perfect for a media console, record storage, entryway, or even

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Teak

Antique Art Deco Burl Wood Credenza Sideboard or Bar Cabinet
Antique Art Deco Burl Wood Credenza Sideboard or Bar Cabinet

Antique Art Deco Burl Wood Credenza Sideboard or Bar Cabinet

Located in Detroit, MI

has two spacious storage compartments with two adjustable and removable shelves that sit on

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Credenzas

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and chrome  Credenza by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis
Mid-Century Modern Walnut and chrome  Credenza by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis

Mid-Century Modern Walnut and chrome Credenza by Alexis Yermakov for Stow Davis

By Stow Davis, Alexis Yermakov

Located in Los Angeles, CA

finished back, the credenza is fully designed to float in a room — ideal as a centerpiece, media console

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza by H.P. Hansen
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza by H.P. Hansen

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Credenza by H.P. Hansen

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

as a sideboard, media console, or statement storage in any space that loves good design. Dimensions

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

1970s French Baroque Oak Buffet With Iron Hardware
1970s French Baroque Oak Buffet With Iron Hardware

1970s French Baroque Oak Buffet With Iron Hardware

Located in High Point, NC

beautifully as a dining room anchor, media console, or statement storage piece in interiors that favor

Category

Mid-20th Century French Baroque Buffets

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Danish Sideboard with Sliding Doors and Drawers, around 1970
Mid-Century Danish Sideboard with Sliding Doors and Drawers, around 1970

Mid-Century Danish Sideboard with Sliding Doors and Drawers, around 1970

Located in Berlin, DE

a dining room sideboard, media console, or storage piece in a living space. Timeless in form and

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Beech, Teak, Plywood

Antique French Art Deco Mahogany Wood Sideboard or Bar Cabinet 1930s
Antique French Art Deco Mahogany Wood Sideboard or Bar Cabinet 1930s

Antique French Art Deco Mahogany Wood Sideboard or Bar Cabinet 1930s

By Mercier Freres

Located in Detroit, MI

credenza, bar cabinet, storage cabinet, media console, etc. The perfect showpiece for home or office

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards

Materials

Metal, Brass

Fristho Franeker lowboard in rosewood The Netherlands 1960
Fristho Franeker lowboard in rosewood The Netherlands 1960

Fristho Franeker lowboard in rosewood The Netherlands 1960

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

substantial body a light, floating appearance. Its low proportions make it particularly suitable as a media

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Credenza
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Credenza

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Walnut Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

offers adaptable storage for tableware, media, books, or office essentials. Perched on tapered legs, the

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Expertly Restored - Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Tambour-Door Credenza
Expertly Restored - Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Tambour-Door Credenza

Expertly Restored - Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Tambour-Door Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

slide seamlessly to reveal generous storage space. The interior features three open compartments

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Incredible Antique French Louis Philippe Figured Walnut Armoire
Incredible Antique French Louis Philippe Figured Walnut Armoire

Incredible Antique French Louis Philippe Figured Walnut Armoire

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

armoire traditionally in the bedroom for clothes storage and multi-media gear, or think outside the box by

Category

Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires

Mid-Century Modern Teak Cabinet, Scandinavian Sideboard, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Teak Cabinet, Scandinavian Sideboard, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Teak Cabinet, Scandinavian Sideboard, 1960s

Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL

perfectly as a media cabinet, entryway storage, bedside cabinet, or a small sideboard in a living or dining

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Low Chest of drawers
Low Chest of drawers

Low Chest of drawers

Located in London, GB

boasts a compact and versatile low-profile design, making it ideal for use as a side table, media unit

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Laura Ashely Military Campaign Television Stand Chest of Drawers Drawers TV
Laura Ashely Military Campaign Television Stand Chest of Drawers Drawers TV

Laura Ashely Military Campaign Television Stand Chest of Drawers Drawers TV

By Laura Ashley

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

be used for a media stand or just general storage We have cleaned waxed and polished it from top

Category

20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Danish Teak Low Chest with Four Drawers, 1960s
Danish Teak Low Chest with Four Drawers, 1960s

Danish Teak Low Chest with Four Drawers, 1960s

Located in The Hague, NL

that defines Scandinavian modern design. With its low profile, this piece is ideal as a dresser, media

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Ligne Roset Everywhere Podium Chest for Soundbar by Christian Werner
Ligne Roset Everywhere Podium Chest for Soundbar by Christian Werner

Ligne Roset Everywhere Podium Chest for Soundbar by Christian Werner

Located in Rochester, England

any contemporary interior. Whether used as a media console or a stylish storage solution, this piece

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Minimalist Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Marble

Tom Schneider Swirl Media Cabinet
Tom Schneider Swirl Media Cabinet

Tom Schneider Swirl Media Cabinet

Located in Rochester, England

movement and fluidity, while offering ample storage for your media essentials. Crafted from the finest

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Brown Saltman Side Table / Open Media Unit in Maple
Art Deco Brown Saltman Side Table / Open Media Unit in Maple

Art Deco Brown Saltman Side Table / Open Media Unit in Maple

By Brown Saltman

Located in Van Nuys, CA

storage unit for media beneath a television. The piece is made of solid maple in a beautiful blond finish

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Maple

Large Walnut and Ash Media Console or Cocktail Table with Travertine
Large Walnut and Ash Media Console or Cocktail Table with Travertine

Large Walnut and Ash Media Console or Cocktail Table with Travertine

Located in South Charleston, WV

potential uses as a vintage cabinet storage space, media center console or as originally intended a coffee

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Cerused Oak Console
Cerused Oak Console

Cerused Oak Console

Located in New York, NY

Cerused oak console. Clean, modern cabinetry for media, display and storage. Handsome 72" media

Category

Vintage 1950s American Console Tables

Materials

Oak

1970s French Lucite Coffee Table attributed to Rena Dumas
1970s French Lucite Coffee Table attributed to Rena Dumas

1970s French Lucite Coffee Table attributed to Rena Dumas

By Rena Dumas

Located in Atlanta, GA

size and can be used as a coffee table or media cabinet. Storage for books, magazines etc on each side.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Modern Brass Bar Cart or Serving Cart
Modern Brass Bar Cart or Serving Cart

Modern Brass Bar Cart or Serving Cart

Located in Atlanta, GA

can be used as a bar or serving cart, or as rolling storage for media or home office supplies. It has

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass, Metal

A 19th Century Yuen Shun Peking Coffer
A 19th Century Yuen Shun Peking Coffer

A 19th Century Yuen Shun Peking Coffer

Located in Chicago, IL

, Buffet, Credenza, Server, Console, Dresser, Storage, Media, chest

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Elm

Painted and Lacquered Chinese Cabinet
Painted and Lacquered Chinese Cabinet

Painted and Lacquered Chinese Cabinet

Located in Troy, MI

, buffet, server or for storage or media devices.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Brass

"DIME" trolley bar by Marcello Siard for Longato 70s Italy
"DIME" trolley bar by Marcello Siard for Longato 70s Italy

"DIME" trolley bar by Marcello Siard for Longato 70s Italy

By Marcello Siard

Located in BARCELONA, ES

useful as a side table, media stand, or storage cube in modern interiors. The piece reflects Siard’s

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Glamorous Lucite Bar or Serving Cart
Glamorous Lucite Bar or Serving Cart

Glamorous Lucite Bar or Serving Cart

Located in Atlanta, GA

a bar or serving cart, or as rolling storage for media or home office supplies. Blanket wrap

Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

Treitel Gratz Art Deco Bar or Serving Cart
Treitel Gratz Art Deco Bar or Serving Cart

Treitel Gratz Art Deco Bar or Serving Cart

Located in Atlanta, GA

Treitel Gratz work is a versatile size and can be used as a bar or serving cart, or as rolling storage for

Category

Vintage 1940s American Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Art Deco Bart Cart by Treitel Gratz
Chrome Art Deco Bart Cart by Treitel Gratz

Chrome Art Deco Bart Cart by Treitel Gratz

Located in Atlanta, GA

Treitel Gratz work is a versatile size and can be used as a bar or serving cart, or as rolling storage for

Category

Vintage 1930s American Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

1960s Swedish Teak Credenza by Nils Jonsson for Troeds
1960s Swedish Teak Credenza by Nils Jonsson for Troeds

1960s Swedish Teak Credenza by Nils Jonsson for Troeds

By Nils Jonsson

Located in Victoria, BC

, Sweden. Perfect for use as a media console, dining room storage, or a statement entryway piece. Length

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Antique Artist's Box, English, Walnut, Paint Palette, Winsor & Newton, Victorian
Antique Artist's Box, English, Walnut, Paint Palette, Winsor & Newton, Victorian

Antique Artist's Box, English, Walnut, Paint Palette, Winsor & Newton, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

maker's mark This is a charmingly well-used antique artist's box, with storage for the media and tools

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Scholar's Objects

Materials

Ebony, Walnut

M2L Brand Office Furniture
M2L Brand Office Furniture

M2L Brand Office Furniture

By M2L BRAND

Located in New York, NY

tray in top drawer 5)Brand Wall Mount Cube Storage / Combo Media Console Wall Mount Storage Size

Category

2010s Canadian Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Special USM Haller media (MS02) Special Edition Olive Green IN STOCK
Special USM Haller media (MS02) Special Edition Olive Green IN STOCK

Special USM Haller media (MS02) Special Edition Olive Green IN STOCK

By Usm Haller

Located in New York, NY

Special Edition Olive Green Media storage credenza with two drop down doors that lock with the

Category

2010s Swiss Credenzas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Seldom seen modular MeRTON Gershun mEDIA Cabinet / American of Martinsville
Seldom seen modular MeRTON Gershun mEDIA Cabinet / American of Martinsville

Seldom seen modular MeRTON Gershun mEDIA Cabinet / American of Martinsville

By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville

Located in Buffalo, NY

Seldom seen modular Media ,storage cabinet designed by Merton Gershum for American Of Martinsville

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Diminutive Media Cabinet by Paul McCobb for Calvin
Diminutive Media Cabinet by Paul McCobb for Calvin

Diminutive Media Cabinet by Paul McCobb for Calvin

By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture

Located in South Charleston, WV

Paul McCobb, Linear series, Calvin, circa 1950's. Ideal as a cabinet for media storage or buffet

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Danish Modern Spinning Bookshelf
Danish Modern Spinning Bookshelf

Danish Modern Spinning Bookshelf

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This stylish multi-tier bookshelf makes a unique storage piece for any setting. Idea for media

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Bookcases

Kent Coffey Modern Ming Style Amerasia Brass & Walnut Credenza / Chest
Kent Coffey Modern Ming Style Amerasia Brass & Walnut Credenza / Chest

Kent Coffey Modern Ming Style Amerasia Brass & Walnut Credenza / Chest

By Kent-Coffey

Located in Kennesaw, GA

A versatile piece! From media storage to dining to bedroom, this Kent Coffey credenza is a winner

Category

Vintage 1970s American Ming Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Jens Risom Midcentury Credenza, circa 1960s
Jens Risom Midcentury Credenza, circa 1960s

Jens Risom Midcentury Credenza, circa 1960s

By Jens Risom

Located in Peabody, MA

easily if one prefers to use in a different manner, such as for media storage. The back is beautifully

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Danish Teak Low Compact Bookcase
Mid-Century Danish Teak Low Compact Bookcase

Mid-Century Danish Teak Low Compact Bookcase

Located in Baltimore, MD

media storage or display. Maker’s stamp is on the back (made in Denmark). A well-crafted mid-century

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Wall unit by Poul Cadovius
Wall unit by Poul Cadovius

Wall unit by Poul Cadovius

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Brussels, BE

for a bar or media storage, complemented by the spacious drawers that are perfect for organizing

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Wood, Plywood

USM Haller Media B218 Storage System in Stock
USM Haller Media B218 Storage System in Stock

USM Haller Media B218 Storage System in Stock

By Usm Haller

Located in New York, NY

Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors, one cable cut out. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated steel...

Category

2010s Swiss Credenzas

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Mid Century Teak Storage Entryway Media Dispaly Cabinet Danish G Plan Style
Mid Century Teak Storage Entryway Media Dispaly Cabinet Danish G Plan Style

Mid Century Teak Storage Entryway Media Dispaly Cabinet Danish G Plan Style

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful teak cabinet with Danish style and design. With one cupboard and 4 drawers this is a stylish piece of furniture that is also useful and would look great in any surroundin...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

1960s Mid-Century Walnut Cabinet by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
1960s Mid-Century Walnut Cabinet by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

1960s Mid-Century Walnut Cabinet by Kipp Stewart for Drexel

By Kipp Stewart, Drexel

Located in North Hollywood, CA

media storage. Why We Love It: • Beautifully crafted walnut frame that emphasizes the natural wood

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Sideboard Cabinet Hutch
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Sideboard Cabinet Hutch

Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Sideboard Cabinet Hutch

By Troeds Bjarnum 1

Located in Baltimore, MD

throughout the home for media storage or display. Additionally, the upper hutch can be removed and used

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Teak Slim Cabinet Hutch Adjustable Shelves
Danish Teak Slim Cabinet Hutch Adjustable Shelves

Danish Teak Slim Cabinet Hutch Adjustable Shelves

By Poul Hundevad

Located in Baltimore, MD

suite but can easily be used in a home office or throughout the home for media storage or display. The

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Danish Poul Hundevad Midcentury Rosewood Cabinet Hutch
Danish Poul Hundevad Midcentury Rosewood Cabinet Hutch

Danish Poul Hundevad Midcentury Rosewood Cabinet Hutch

By Poul Hundevad

Located in Baltimore, MD

throughout the home for media storage or display. The vertical storage can be used for files, albums or

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Media Console in Walnut
Media Console in Walnut

Media Console in Walnut

By Bensen

Located in Tulsa, OK

considerable open, flexible storage space make Standard 200 by Bensen an easy choice for your media management

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Media Console
Mid-Century Modern Media Console

Mid-Century Modern Media Console

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Mid-Century Modern media console Media cabinet measures: 45 wide x 19.5 deep x 33 high

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

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Media Storage For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of media storage for your home. An item from our selection of media storage — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a choice in our collection of media storage, we have 132 options in-stock, while there are 64 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of media storage you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each option in this array of media storage bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made piece of media storage has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Paul McCobb, Blake Tovin and Matt Richmond are consistently popular.

How Much is a Media Storage?

Prices for a piece of media storage start at $637 and top out at $23,840 with the average selling for $3,498.

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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