Mid Century Tall Boy
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Tortoise Shell, Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rattan
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wicker, Rattan
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Bedroom Sets
Glass, Rosewood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Teak
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Beech
2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Carrara Marble, Metal
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Mid-20th Century Spanish Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dressers
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Linen Presses
Mahogany, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Bedroom Sets
Chrome
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Bedroom Sets
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cupboards
Birdseye Maple
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Maple
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of...
Pine
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Antique Mid-19th Century American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Metal
Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Modern Dressers
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak, Wood
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Maple, Cherry
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
2010s British Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Bouclé, Oak
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Stools
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights an...
Brass
Vintage 1960s Doors and Gates
Wood
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Hardwood
Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Birch, Mahogany
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Mahogany, Amboyna
Antique Early 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Commodes and Chests...
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Stainless Steel
2010s Asian Minimalist Beds and Bed Frames
Bamboo
2010s Bosnian Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
Mid Century Tall Boy For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.