Midcentury Shelving With Light
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Cane, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Oak
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Glass, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Wood, Glass
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Sheet Metal
Mid-20th Century British Bohemian Night Stands
Bamboo, Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Leather, Glass, Wood
2010s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Mirror
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Hardwood
2010s German Mid-Century Modern Stools
Beech, Birch
2010s American Post-Modern Dry Bars
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets
Wood, Glass
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets
Glass, Wood
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Marble, Chrome
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Fabric, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Pine
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Steel
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
Ceramic, Pottery
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Tables
Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Wood, Teak, Lacquer
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Buffets
Oak, Paint
Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Cupboards
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
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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.