Pagoda Display Cabinet
Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Shelves
Wood
Vintage 1910s Asian Chinoiserie Furniture
Bone, Hardwood, Boxwood
2010s Chinese Post-Modern Cabinets
Stainless Steel
2010s Chinese Post-Modern Cabinets
Stainless Steel, Other
2010s Chinese Post-Modern Cabinets
Stainless Steel, Other
Antique 1850s Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1940s British Chippendale Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s Japonisme Cabinets
Glass, Oak
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1970s Chinese Chippendale Cabinets
Mahogany, Glass
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Early 20th Century English Anglo-Japanese Shelves
Beech
Vintage 1970s Asian Chinoiserie Shelves
Rattan, Glass
20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Chippendale Vitrines
Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Hardwood
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Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Shelves
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Shelves
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Unknown Cabinets
Wood, Glass, Mirror
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Bamboo, Rattan, Hardwood
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Lacquer
Vintage 1960s Chippendale Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1940s Chinese Chippendale Vitrines
Glass, Mirror, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Chinese Chippendale Cabinets
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
20th Century Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Vitrines
Glass, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s Chinoiserie Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood, Lacquer
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Elm
Antique 19th Century Cabinets
Antique Late 19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Vitrines
Brass
Antique 19th Century Cabinets
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Bird Cages
Metal
Mid-20th Century Vitrines
Wood, Giltwood
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Glass, Wood
20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets
Glass
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Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets
Glass, Wood
20th Century American Cabinets
Wood
20th Century French Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Tôle
Mid-20th Century Italian Vitrines
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Vitrines
Giltwood, Glass, Mirror
Antique 1890s English Vitrines
Bamboo
Late 20th Century Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Rosewood
Vintage 1930s Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Shelves
Metal
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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.
- 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.
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