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Mid Century Record Cabinet Danish Modern Media Cabinet
Mid Century Record Cabinet Danish Modern Media Cabinet

Mid Century Record Cabinet Danish Modern Media Cabinet

Located in Pasadena, TX

records, and shelving. Brass pulls. Circa mid to late 20th century. Measurements: overall: 25" H x 36" W

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Teak Side Cabinet ‘Desk Mate’ with Record Storage
Mid-Century Teak Side Cabinet ‘Desk Mate’ with Record Storage

Mid-Century Teak Side Cabinet ‘Desk Mate’ with Record Storage

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wonderfully versatile Mid-Century teak side cabinet, aptly named ‘Desk Mate’, featuring

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Record Cabinet
Mid-Century Record Cabinet

Mid-Century Record Cabinet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

American made mid-century cabinet with bi-fold doors. Metal pulls open the doors to reveal an open

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Douglas Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf
Douglas Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf

Douglas Vinyl Record Storage Cabinet / Credenza Walnut Mid-Century Modern Shelf

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

This walnut beauty is the perfect way to showcase your records, 84" long x 16" deep x 24" tall

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Cabinets - Set of 2
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Cabinets - Set of 2

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Cabinets - Set of 2

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Cabinets. Featuring a straight line

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Magnavox Stereo Cabinet with Media Storage
Mid Century Modern Magnavox Stereo Cabinet with Media Storage

Mid Century Modern Magnavox Stereo Cabinet with Media Storage

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern media storage cabinet Magnavox features hardwood construction, beautiful

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Upholstery, Bakelite, Mahogany

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Record Cabinet Removable Shelf Steel Framed
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Record Cabinet Removable Shelf Steel Framed

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Record Cabinet Removable Shelf Steel Framed

Located in Seattle, WA

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Record Cabinet Removable Shelf Steel Framed George Nelson in Style of

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Scandinavian teak Sidboard Record player Dual 1210 , radio by Senderwahl
Scandinavian teak Sidboard Record player Dual 1210 , radio by Senderwahl

Scandinavian teak Sidboard Record player Dual 1210 , radio by Senderwahl

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Mid Century Modern scandinavian teak sidboard record player Dual 1210 , radio by Senderwahl The

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

ViNTAGE MID CENTURY MODERN FLAMED HARDWOOD RECORD PLAYER MEDIA CABINET
ViNTAGE MID CENTURY MODERN FLAMED HARDWOOD RECORD PLAYER MEDIA CABINET

ViNTAGE MID CENTURY MODERN FLAMED HARDWOOD RECORD PLAYER MEDIA CABINET

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

1970’s Flamed Mahogany record player cabinet that can also be used as a drinks cabinet Please note

Category

Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenza Bar/Record Cabinet, Uk Import
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenza Bar/Record Cabinet, Uk Import

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Credenza Bar/Record Cabinet, Uk Import

Located in Seattle, WA

Vintage Mid-Century Modern credenza bar/record cabinet. UK Import. Dimensions. 72 1/2 W ; 17 1/2

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble
HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble

HIFI Vinyl LP Storage Bench / Record Shelf Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pete Deeble

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

. This is an original design, but with a strong influence of Mid Century Danish Modern. The bench is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Modern Teak Record Cabinet or Nightstand
Vintage Modern Teak Record Cabinet or Nightstand

Vintage Modern Teak Record Cabinet or Nightstand

Located in Trenton, NJ

Sleek, bold, and quietly confident — this vintage teak cabinet captures the heart of mid-century

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

BRIGHTS OF NETTLEBED BURR WALNUT FAUX BOOK FRONT RECORD PLAYER STORAGE CABiNET
BRIGHTS OF NETTLEBED BURR WALNUT FAUX BOOK FRONT RECORD PLAYER STORAGE CABiNET

BRIGHTS OF NETTLEBED BURR WALNUT FAUX BOOK FRONT RECORD PLAYER STORAGE CABiNET

By Brights of Nettlebed

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Broghts of Nettlebed Record Player cabinet with leather Faux books to the front that can also be used as a

Category

Late 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Danish Modern Teak Shelving Unit with Vertical Record Storage
Danish Modern Teak Shelving Unit with Vertical Record Storage

Danish Modern Teak Shelving Unit with Vertical Record Storage

Located in Freehold, NJ

finish, two adjustable shelves up top, vertical record storage and opened shelving down below

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Danish Record Cabinet Small Sideboard Credenza C.1960
Mid Century Danish Record Cabinet Small Sideboard Credenza C.1960

Mid Century Danish Record Cabinet Small Sideboard Credenza C.1960

Located in London, GB

Mid Century Danish Record Cabinet Small Sideboard Credenza C.1960 Brazilian rosewood. Finished on

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Mid-century Danish vintage Teak hallway Record cabinet, sideboard,  1960s
Mid-century Danish vintage Teak hallway Record cabinet, sideboard,  1960s

Mid-century Danish vintage Teak hallway Record cabinet, sideboard, 1960s

By Vintage Specialties

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Mid-century Danish vintage Teak hallway cabinet, sideboard, 1960s The shelf and Drawer are

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Cabinet, 960s Design
Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Cabinet, 960s Design

Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Cabinet, 960s Design

Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL

This beautiful mid-century cabinet is made of rosewood with a warm, rich colour and striking

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

1960s Widdicomb Spanish Baroque Style Record Player SideBoard Storage Cabinet
1960s Widdicomb Spanish Baroque Style Record Player SideBoard Storage Cabinet

1960s Widdicomb Spanish Baroque Style Record Player SideBoard Storage Cabinet

By John Widdicomb

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, sideboard storage cabinet you could hope to

Category

Vintage 1960s American Baroque Sideboards

Materials

Brass

NIPU Danish Rosewood Cabinet – Mid-Century Modern Design
NIPU Danish Rosewood Cabinet – Mid-Century Modern Design

NIPU Danish Rosewood Cabinet – Mid-Century Modern Design

By Nipu

Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL

This elegant mid-century cabinet, crafted in Denmark by NIPU, showcases the timeless beauty of

Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Paul McCobb Stereo Record Cabinet H. Sacks & Sons
Paul McCobb Stereo Record Cabinet H. Sacks & Sons

Paul McCobb Stereo Record Cabinet H. Sacks & Sons

By Paul McCobb

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very hard to find Paul McCobb designed walnut stereo record cabinet sitting on stainless steel

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Space-Age Red Plastic Cube Modular Shelving Record Storage
Space-Age Red Plastic Cube Modular Shelving Record Storage

Space-Age Red Plastic Cube Modular Shelving Record Storage

Located in Lake Worth, FL

. These can be configured any way you like, they are not connected. The mid-century modern design and

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Plastic

Vintage Record Cabinet from Supraphon, 1959
Vintage Record Cabinet from Supraphon, 1959

Vintage Record Cabinet from Supraphon, 1959

Located in Żory, PL

Record cabinet made by Supraphon in 1959.The cabinet has been restored and is in very good

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Cabinets by Music Minder
Pair of Mid-Century Cabinets by Music Minder

Pair of Mid-Century Cabinets by Music Minder

Located in Brooklyn, NY

With a sleek ebonized exterior and brass accents and hardware, this pair of small mid-century

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mid-century Danish vintage teak record sideboard, 1960s
Mid-century Danish vintage teak record sideboard, 1960s

Mid-century Danish vintage teak record sideboard, 1960s

By Vintage Specialties

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Mid-century Danish vintage teak sideboard, 1960s The shelf is removable Made in Denmark

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Barzilay Stereo Cabinet Converted Sideboard or Credenza
Mid-Century Modern Barzilay Stereo Cabinet Converted Sideboard or Credenza

Mid-Century Modern Barzilay Stereo Cabinet Converted Sideboard or Credenza

By Barzilay

Located in Plainview, NY

A quality Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza by Brazilay. The fine cabinet was originally a

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

"Douglas" Stereo Cabinet / Credenza, Dark Walnut, Mid-Century Modern Styling
"Douglas" Stereo Cabinet / Credenza, Dark Walnut, Mid-Century Modern Styling

"Douglas" Stereo Cabinet / Credenza, Dark Walnut, Mid-Century Modern Styling

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

mid century/Danish modern, simplicity, and music. It's built from beautiful black walnut and finished

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Record Cabinet With Sliding Doors
Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Record Cabinet With Sliding Doors

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Record Cabinet With Sliding Doors

By Planner Group, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern black lacquered solid maple record cabinet or bar cabinet with

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Maple, Lacquer

"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT
"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT

"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

, records, and any other entertainment device/media. It's an original design inspired by my love for mid

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Birch Stereo Cabinet, Mid-Century Modern Inspired Credenza, Vinyl Hifi Station
Birch Stereo Cabinet, Mid-Century Modern Inspired Credenza, Vinyl Hifi Station

Birch Stereo Cabinet, Mid-Century Modern Inspired Credenza, Vinyl Hifi Station

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

This birch stereo credenza is an original design with classic mid century modern lines. It features

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Birch

Mid-Century Modern Inspired "Victoria" Credenza, Boho Stereo Cabinet in Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Inspired "Victoria" Credenza, Boho Stereo Cabinet in Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Inspired "Victoria" Credenza, Boho Stereo Cabinet in Walnut

By Pete Deeble

Located in Long Beach, CA

spacing of this credenza is tailored for vinyl record storage and stereo components, but it could just as

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Vintage teak wood vinyl record cabinet with flap door & bar, Clausen & Søn
Vintage teak wood vinyl record cabinet with flap door & bar, Clausen & Søn

Vintage teak wood vinyl record cabinet with flap door & bar, Clausen & Søn

Located in Torino, IT

Trasforma il tuo spazio con questa iconica libreria porta vinili in teak, un autentico pezzo danese degli anni '60 di Calusen e Son. L'anta a ribaltina nasconde uno spazio bar in per...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

1960s Asian Modern Zenith Tv Cabinet
1960s Asian Modern Zenith Tv Cabinet

1960s Asian Modern Zenith Tv Cabinet

By Zenith

Located in Monrovia, CA

Vintage Asian Modern Oriental cabinet with vintage 1960s Zenith Colored TV. This Vintage Asian

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Custom Martin Visser Floating Wenge Wall Mount Credenza w/ Record Player Cabinet
Custom Martin Visser Floating Wenge Wall Mount Credenza w/ Record Player Cabinet

Custom Martin Visser Floating Wenge Wall Mount Credenza w/ Record Player Cabinet

By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dutch Mid-Century floating wall mount credenza by the iconic and innovative designer Martin Visser

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Glass, Wood, Wenge

Vintage 1970's Custom Stereo Console Record Player 8 Track
Vintage 1970's Custom Stereo Console Record Player 8 Track

Vintage 1970's Custom Stereo Console Record Player 8 Track

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

YOWZA! Calling all audiophiles!! Custom mid century stereo console and record player along with

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Modern Drexel Declaration Credenza / Buffet
Mid Century Modern Drexel Declaration Credenza / Buffet

Mid Century Modern Drexel Declaration Credenza / Buffet

By Kipp Stewart

Located in Las Vegas, NV

activates upon opening. The right cabinet includes vertical separators for trays, records, or other slim

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Renzo Rutili Fretwork Credenza, Pecan Wood, Mid-Century Modern
Renzo Rutili Fretwork Credenza, Pecan Wood, Mid-Century Modern

Renzo Rutili Fretwork Credenza, Pecan Wood, Mid-Century Modern

By Renzo Rutili, John Stuart Inc., Tommi Parzinger, Johnson Furniture Company

Located in Chattanooga, TN

this current, Asian Modern renaissance. Classic, elegant and timeless. Inside the cabinet, vertical

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Peter J. Lassen Montana Modular Suspension Unit Mid-Century Modern
Danish Modern Peter J. Lassen Montana Modular Suspension Unit Mid-Century Modern

Danish Modern Peter J. Lassen Montana Modular Suspension Unit Mid-Century Modern

By Montana

Located in Lake Worth, FL

paint. This would be a great addition to your mid century modern or Danish modern home Measurements

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood

Rare Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Corner Bookcase Console 38"
Rare Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Corner Bookcase Console 38"

Rare Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Corner Bookcase Console 38"

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture corner bookcase record console. Made of

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

Materials

Metal

Walnut TV Stand with Wenge Base – Mid-Century Modern Media Console
Walnut TV Stand with Wenge Base – Mid-Century Modern Media Console

Walnut TV Stand with Wenge Base – Mid-Century Modern Media Console

Located in SULECHÓW, -

between timeless mid-century modern aesthetics and practical functionality. Equipped with two push-to

Category

2010s Polish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Walnut, Wenge

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by J.B. Van Sciver

By J.B. Van Sciver Company

Located in Los Angeles, CA

walnut credenza by J.B. Van Sciver showcases the warm, organic grain patterns that define Mid-Century

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century ‘Fresco’ Highboard by G-Plan
Mid-Century ‘Fresco’ Highboard by G-Plan

Mid-Century ‘Fresco’ Highboard by G-Plan

By Victor Wilkins, G Plan Furniture

Located in Raleigh, NC

Mid-century ‘Fresco’ highboard designed Victor B. Wilkins for G-Plan, circa 1960s. This teak piece

Category

Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Gunni Omann 94 inch Credenza with 4 Drawers

By Arne Vodder, Gunni Omann

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid century Long low Danish modern Teak gunni omann credenza or sideboard. Has 4 drawers with felt

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Unusual Two Bay Solid Teak Stereo Wall Unit Woodcraft Mid-Century Modern
Unusual Two Bay Solid Teak Stereo Wall Unit Woodcraft Mid-Century Modern

Unusual Two Bay Solid Teak Stereo Wall Unit Woodcraft Mid-Century Modern

Located in Pemberton, NJ

four-drawer cabinet, three shelves and fun record cabinet. The hanging poles attach to the wall at any

Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

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Mid Century Modern Record Storage Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mid century modern record storage cabinet available at 1stDibs. Each mid century modern record storage cabinet for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, walnut and hardwood. If you’re shopping for a mid century modern record storage cabinet, we have 622 options in-stock, while there are 23 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century modern record storage cabinet, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mid century modern record storage cabinet is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one mid century modern record storage cabinet that is appealing in its simplicity, but Paul McCobb, Poul Cadovius and Kai Kristiansen produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mid Century Modern Record Storage Cabinet?

Prices for a mid century modern record storage cabinet start at $100 and top out at $120,000 with the average selling for $2,299.

A Close Look at Mid-century-modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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.