Old Antique Display Cabinet
Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Old Antique Display Cabinet
Glass, Wood
19th Century European Renaissance Revival Old Antique Display Cabinet
Wood
Early 20th Century French Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
19th Century French Gothic Revival Old Antique Display Cabinet
Glass, Wood
19th Century European Renaissance Old Antique Display Cabinet
Oak
19th Century French Other Old Antique Display Cabinet
Wood
19th Century Italian Other Old Antique Display Cabinet
Glass, Walnut
19th Century French Louis XV Old Antique Display Cabinet
Walnut
1850s French Louis XV Old Antique Display Cabinet
Steel
1920s French Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
19th Century Italian Old Antique Display Cabinet
Wood
Early 20th Century French Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
Early 20th Century Edwardian Old Antique Display Cabinet
Late 19th Century French Other Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
Early 20th Century French Other Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
Late 19th Century French Other Old Antique Display Cabinet
Blown Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century French Old Antique Display Cabinet
Glass, Wood
Early 1900s French Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
Early 20th Century French Old Antique Display Cabinet
Wood
Early 20th Century French Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
Early 20th Century French Old Antique Display Cabinet
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century American Industrial Old Antique Display Cabinet
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century European Empire Old Antique Display Cabinet
Glass, Wood
1820s French Restauration Old Antique Display Cabinet
Early 20th Century Old Antique Display Cabinet
Wood
Early 19th Century European Dutch Colonial Old Antique Display Cabinet
Glass, Walnut
Early 1900s English Old Antique Display Cabinet
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Country Old Antique Display Cabinet
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century European Other Old Antique Display Cabinet
Wood
19th Century American Industrial Old Antique Display Cabinet
18th Century Unknown Other Old Antique Display Cabinet
Wood
Early 1900s French Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
19th Century French Gothic Revival Old Antique Display Cabinet
Wood
Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Old Antique Display Cabinet
Walnut
Mid-19th Century European Victorian Old Antique Display Cabinet
Glass, Walnut, Burl
Early 1900s French Country Old Antique Display Cabinet
Iron
19th Century Italian Renaissance Old Antique Display Cabinet
Wood
1920s French Country Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
Early 20th Century French Other Old Antique Display Cabinet
19th Century French Napoleon III Old Antique Display Cabinet
Mahogany
19th Century Scandinavian Old Antique Display Cabinet
Glass, Wood
1920s English Adam Style Old Antique Display Cabinet
Mahogany
19th Century British Victorian Old Antique Display Cabinet
Velvet, Glass, Oak
Late 19th Century French Other Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
Early 20th Century French Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
1920s British Old Antique Display Cabinet
Beech
Early 20th Century French Old Antique Display Cabinet
Brass
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Old Antique Display Cabinet
Wood
Early 20th Century British Old Antique Display Cabinet
Mahogany, Glass
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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.
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