Retro Primitive Cabinet
1980s American Organic Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Oak
1970s Belgian Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Pine
1950s French Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Retro Primitive Cabinet
Iron
Late 20th Century North American Rustic Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Retro Primitive Cabinet
Glass, Cork, Pine
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Metal
Late 20th Century American Colonial Retro Primitive Cabinet
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
1970s Italian Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Brass
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Glass, Oak
1970s Danish Rustic Retro Primitive Cabinet
Oak
1950s Swiss Organic Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery, Terracotta
Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Retro Primitive Cabinet
Metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Retro Primitive Cabinet
Marble, Travertine
2010s Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Hardwood, Oak
2010s Belgian Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Linen
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Textile, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Textile, Wood
2010s Mexican Brutalist Retro Primitive Cabinet
Oak
2010s Spanish Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Sheepskin, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Travertine
1940s French Art Deco Retro Primitive Cabinet
Oak
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Mohair, Velvet, Oak
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Retro Primitive Cabinet
Fabric, Wood
Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Retro Primitive Cabinet
Pine
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Metal
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood, Pine
Late 18th Century European Baroque Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
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Mid-20th Century Folk Art Retro Primitive Cabinet
Mid-20th Century Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mexican Rustic Retro Primitive Cabinet
Pine
Late 20th Century American Colonial Retro Primitive Cabinet
Pine
1970s Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Teak
Late 20th Century American Rustic Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Belgian Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
1960s Finnish Folk Art Retro Primitive Cabinet
Brass
1950s Spanish Retro Primitive Cabinet
Pine
Mid-20th Century Belgian Rustic Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
Late 20th Century Shaker Retro Primitive Cabinet
Hardwood
Late 20th Century Louis Philippe Retro Primitive Cabinet
Pine
1970s American Colonial Retro Primitive Cabinet
Glass, Pine
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Teak
1970s American Colonial Retro Primitive Cabinet
Pine, Paint
1960s American Colonial Retro Primitive Cabinet
Cherry
1950s Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood
1960s Mexican Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Pine
Late 20th Century Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
1950s American Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Walnut
1950s American Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Walnut
1970s American Hollywood Regency Retro Primitive Cabinet
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Rustic Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
1960s American Brutalist Retro Primitive Cabinet
Brass, Copper, Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century American Retro Primitive Cabinet
Metal
Late 20th Century Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Iron
Late 20th Century Country Retro Primitive Cabinet
Glass, Pine, Paint
1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Elm
1950s Unknown Chinese Chippendale Retro Primitive Cabinet
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
1950s American Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
Walnut
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Retro Primitive Cabinet
Metal
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Rosewood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Maple
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
1980s American Modern Retro Primitive Cabinet
Plaster, Wood
1960s American Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
1950s Retro Primitive Cabinet
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Retro Primitive Cabinet
Pine
1950s American Primitive Retro Primitive Cabinet
1960s Brazilian Retro Primitive Cabinet
Late 20th Century American Retro Primitive Cabinet
Wood
Late 20th Century American Retro Primitive Cabinet
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Primitive Cabinet
1990s American Mission Retro Primitive Cabinet
Oak
1950s American Retro Primitive Cabinet
Glass, Mahogany, Birch
1970s American American Craftsman Retro Primitive Cabinet
Fir, Plywood
1950s American Retro Primitive Cabinet
Iron
1960s American Retro Primitive Cabinet
Pine
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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.
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