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Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Shelves
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1970s German Post-Modern Sideboards
Fiberglass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Teak
2010s Italian Bookcases
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Maple
2010s Asian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
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Metal
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Silk
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Brass, Metal, Aluminum
2010s Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Oak
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Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Night Stands
Oak
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Brass
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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
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Textile
Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Wall Mirrors
Glass
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Brass, Aluminum, Metal
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Composition
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Brass
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Metal, Aluminum
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Aluminum
Mid-20th Century English Sideboards
Teak
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Oak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Secretaires
Teak
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Oak
20th Century American Art Deco Cabinets
Hardwood, Oak, Burl
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Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
Vintage 1970s Italian Bookcases
Brass
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Metal
Vintage 1950s Dutch Shelves
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass, Chrome
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Chrome, Steel
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome, Brass
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Pine
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Lucite, Mirror
Antique 1880s English Cabinets
Pine
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Wood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century American International Style Architectural Elements
Metal, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rattan, Glass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Sheet Metal
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Stainless Steel
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Elm, Beech
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Steel
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Teak
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Walnut
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets 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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