Pigeon Hole
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Shelves
Pine
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Bookcases
Cherry, Plywood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
1950s Abstract Abstract Paintings
Tempera, Watercolor
Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Early 20th Century English Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Metal
20th Century English Industrial Shelves
Brass
2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Canvas, Oil
20th Century Industrial Bookcases
Pine
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Leather, Teak
Antique 19th Century British Industrial Shelves
Pine, Paint
20th Century Industrial Bookcases
Plywood
20th Century American Country Vitrines
Paint
Antique 18th Century George II Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Antique Early 1800s Irish George III Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century American Chippendale Secretaires
Brass
Vintage 1980s Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables
Mahogany
Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Desks
Walnut
Antique 1820s American Sheraton Sideboards
Antique 19th Century English Serving Tables
Pine
Antique Mid-19th Century English Chinoiserie Secretaires
Wood
Antique 1770s English Chippendale Desks
Mahogany
Antique 1760s English George III Secretaires
Brass
20th Century Chinoiserie Secretaires
Wood
Antique Early 18th Century English George II Secretaires
Walnut
Antique 1740s English George II Bookcases
Other
Antique 1730s Dutch Table Mirrors
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Secretaires
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks
Mahogany
Antique 1820s American Campaign Desks
Antique 1780s Italian Neoclassical Secretaires
Brass, Wrought Iron
Antique 19th Century English Desks
Walnut
Antique 18th Century British George III Desks
Leather, Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Cabinets
Rosewood
Antique 1770s English Chippendale Secretaires
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Queen Anne Secretaires
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century American Eastlake Desks
Burl, Walnut
Antique 18th Century English Bookcases
Other
Antique 19th Century French Secretaires
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Victorian Desks
Pine
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century French Napoleon III Secretaires
Brass
Antique Early 1800s English George III Secretaires
Brass
Antique 1710s Sri Lankan William and Mary Secretaires
Ebony
Antique 18th Century Desks
Walnut
Antique 1810s American Hepplewhite Desks
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century English Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Early 1700s English Queen Anne Bookcases
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Desks
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century Desks
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Desks
Mahogany
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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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