Small Display Cabinet
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Antique 1850s Czech Biedermeier Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Cherry
Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Mahogany, Rosewood, Satinwood, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Antique Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1940s Polish Art Deco Vitrines
Walnut
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards
Metal
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century French Baroque Vitrines
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century French Cabinets
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century French Black Forest Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Walnut, Leather
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Cupboards
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s English Cabinets
Brass
20th Century British Victorian Sideboards
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English George IV Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Oak
20th Century Italian Cabinets
Poplar
Mid-20th Century Spanish Louis XV Cabinets
Bronze
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Vitrines
Chrome
Antique 1870s Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Kingwood
Antique 1880s English Corner Cupboards
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Sideboards
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Italian Vitrines
Metal
Vintage 1920s British Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer, Glass
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Iron
Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Side Tables
Marble, Brass
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Vitrines
Glass, Cherry, Pine
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Sets
Leather, Beech, Macassar, Mahogany, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Dutch De Stijl Shelves
Metal, Cut Steel
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Hungarian Country Cupboards
Glass, Pine, Paint
Late 20th Century Japanese Rustic Furniture
Copper
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Night Stands
Stone
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Architectural Models
Antique 19th Century Austrian Vitrines
Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Cabinets
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Vitrines
21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Bookcases
Marble
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Cabinets
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Antique 19th Century French Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Bookcases
Beech
Antique 1790s Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Furniture
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Wood
Early 20th Century American Vitrines
21st Century and Contemporary American Chinese Export Porcelain
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary American Chinese Export Porcelain
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain
21st Century and Contemporary American Chinese Export Ceramics
Ceramic, Clay, Porcelain
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023The purpose of a display cabinet is to protect items while keeping them visible. Glass panels allow you to see what's inside, but the enclosed design keeps out dust and debris. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of display cabinets.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Another common name for a display cabinet is a display case. People may also call them show cabinets, show cases or vitrines. By any name, this type of case good allows people to view and display decorative objects, collectibles, trophies and other objects while it protects the contents with glass doors. On 1stDibs, find a variety of display cabinets.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A small china cabinet is called a hutch. Shop hutches and other storage furniture on 1stDibs.
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