$1,837
H 63.98 in W 72.64 in D 13.98 in
Staples Ladderax Shelving Unit, Teak Mid-Century like Danish 50s String Shelves
By Ladderax, Robert Heal
Located in London, GB
Robert Heal for Staples, 1964 'Ladderax' shelving system Two bay system.
Metal
$5,443 / set
H 79.14 in W 168.12 in D 14.18 in
Mid Century Ladderax Six Bay Shelving System, Desk Drinks Cabinet Staples
By Robert Heal
Located in Norwich, GB
A substantial mid-century Ladderax teak and black metal six bay shelving system, with desk and cabinets. Designed by Robert Heal for Staples. Labelled. Circa 1960s. The photographs ...
Steel
Vintage Sideboard by Robert Heritage for Heals
By Robert Heritage
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and extremely rare vintage sideboard by Robert Heritage for Heal’s. This was made in England, it dates from the 1950’s.
Wood
Wall sculpture: 'Colony V'
By Robert Lach
Located in New York, NY
I view art making as a holistic process and vehicle of healing. -Robert Lach
Mixed Media
Ladderax Staples 2 Bay System Double Wardrobe Robert Heal
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
The wardrobe doors enclosed extending hanging rails and clean interiors, complete with two shelvings and original fixings. Designed by Robert Heal for Staples.
Teak
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 56.7 in D 14.97 in
Pair of Rare 1960s Mid-Century Staples Ladderax Fold Down Benches
By Ladderax
Located in London, GB
Staples Ladderax Unit Furniture was designed by Robert Heal and manufactured by Staples & Co. Ltd. from the 1960s to the mid-1980s.
Metal
Mid-Century Heals Center Table
By Robert Heritage
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large Mid-Century Modernist centre table with a single pedestal tripod foot base with a reeded apron containing four drawers. Designed by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine Ltd. and ...
Wood
Midcentury Robert Heritage Sideboard in Golden Oak
By G.W. Evans, Robert Heritage
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Modern design. Robert Heritage sideboard credenza for Heals Tottenham Court Road London.
Oak
Unavailable
H 79.14 in W 94.89 in D 16.15 in
3-Bay Ladderax Teak Midcentury Shelving System by Robert Heal for Staples
By Ladderax, Robert Heal
Located in Glasgow, GB
Ladderax was designed by Robert Heal in 1964 and manufactured by Staples of Cricklewood in London for sale in high end stores like Harrods, Heals, etc.
Teak
Unavailable
H 79.14 in W 163.78 in D 16.15 in
5-Bay Ladderax Teak Midcentury Shelving System by Robert Heal for Staples
By Ladderax, Robert Heal
Located in Glasgow, GB
Ladderax was designed by Robert Heal in 1964 and manufactured by Staples of Cricklewood in London for sale in high end stores like Harrods, Heals, etc.
Teak
Unavailable
H 73.63 in W 54.34 in D 23.63 in
Vintage 1960s Rosewood Wall Unit by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine
By Archie Shine, Robert Heritage
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Fantastic rosewood wall unit sold in Heals by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine. Designed by Robert Heritage in 1957 and produced by Archie Shine this large sideboard or wall unit ha...
Rosewood
Unavailable
H 73.23 in W 88.98 in D 23.63 in
Vintage 1960s Rosewood Wall Unit by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine
By Robert Heritage, Archie Shine
Located in Lewes, East Sussex
Magnificient rosewood wall unit sold in Heals by Robert Heritage for Archie Shine. Designed by Robert Heritage in 1957 and produced by Archie Shine, it has been fully polished and is...
Rosewood
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H 52.17 in W 73.04 in L 52.17 in
Robert Heal, Staples Ladderax Shelving Unit, Similar to String/Strinning Shelves
By Robert Heal
Located in London, GB
Robert Heal for Staples, 1964 'Ladderax' shelving system Two bay system with eight wooden shelves (each with two recessed metal supports), three metal uprights (two end uprights ...
Metal
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H 52.17 in W 36.62 in D 14.18 in
Staples Ladderax Shelving Unit, Display Shelves for Books, Magazines, Records
By Ladderax, Robert Heal
Located in London, GB
Robert heal for staples, 1964 Staples Ladderax Shelving Unit, display shelves for books, magazines, records 'Ladderax' display shelving system One bay display system with tw...
Metal
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H 79.14 in W 36.82 in D 8.27 in
Staples Ladderax Shelving Unit, Teak Mid-Century like String Shelves, 1 of 2
By Robert Heal, Ladderax
Located in London, GB
Robert Heal for Staples, 1964 'Ladderax' shelving system [ NO. 1 of 2 UNITS AVAILABLE - THIS LISTING IS FOR THE LEFT HAND SIDE UNIT IN THE PHOTOS ] One bay system.
Metal
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H 79.14 in W 36.82 in D 8.27 in
Staples Ladderax Shelving Unit, Teak Mid-Century like String Shelves, 2 of 2
By Ladderax, Robert Heal
Located in London, GB
Robert Heal for Staples, 1964 'Ladderax' shelving system [ NO. 2 of 2 UNITS AVAILABLE - THIS LISTING IS FOR THE RIGHT HAND SIDE UNIT IN THE PHOTOS ] One bay system.
Metal
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H 79.53 in W 37.01 in D 14.57 in
Heals Rosewood Ladderax cabinet, or drinks cabinet, for Staples of Cricklewood
By Ladderax
Located in Castle Douglas, GB
Created by Robert Heal in 1964 for Staples of Cricklewood the Ladderax has become the most famous modular shelving system.
Metal
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H 52.17 in W 73.04 in D 8.27 in
Staples Ladderax Shelving Unit, Teak Mid-Century Similar to String Shelves
By Ladderax, Robert Heal
Located in London, GB
Robert Heal for Staples, 1964 'Ladderax' shelving system Two bay system with eight wooden shelves (each with two recessed metal supports), three metal uprights (two end uprights ...
Metal
1960s Teak Vintage Ladderax Wall Unit Bookcase Cabinet
By Robert Heal, Staples & Co. Ltd
Located in London, GB
A stylish and iconic design, this is the Ladderax shelving unit, designed by Robert Heal for Staples. It was made in England, and dates from the 1960’s.
Metal
1960s Vintage Teak Ladderax Wall Unit Bookcase Cabinet
By Robert Heal, Staples & Co. Ltd
Located in London, GB
A stylish and iconic design, this is the Ladderax shelving unit, designed by Robert Heal for Staples. It was made in England, and dates from the 1960s.
Teak
Robert Indiana, HEAL, 2015
By Robert Indiana
Located in New York, NY
The 'HEAL' by Robert Indiana is a limited edition silkscreen print on museum board, created in 2015.
Screen
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H 14.18 in W 72.64 in L 14.18 in
60s Staples Ladderax Freestanding Modular Teak Shelving System Room Divider Desk
By Robert Heal, Staples & Co. Ltd, Ladderax
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
Ladderax was designed by Robert Heal in 1964 for Staples of Cricklewood and retailed through high-end stores such as Harrods and Heals of London.
Metal
Heals 1950s Sideboard Attributed Robert and Dorothy Heritage
By Robert Heritage
Located in London, GB
Up-cycled sideboard / cupboards; artwork in the manner of Robert and Dorothy heritage, featuring a whimsical cityscape. This piece follows an iconic style adding a touch of artistry ...
Wood
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H 32.75 in W 31.5 in D 1 in
ROBERT INDIANA, HEAL - 2015, SIGNED & NUMBERED - ED. 20, SILKSCREEN
By Robert Indiana
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
Artist ROBERT INDIANA Title: Heal Year: 2015 Medium: Silkscreen in 3 colors on 2-ply Museum Board Edition Size: Edition of 20 + 5AP Edition: 12/20 Signed & numbered by the artist...
Archival Paper, Screen
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H 32.75 in W 31.5 in D 1 in
ROBERT INDIANA, HEAL - 2015, SIGNED & NUMBERED - ED. 25, SILKSCREEN
By Robert Indiana
Located in Pembroke Pines, FL
Artist ROBERT INDIANA Title: Heal Year: 2015 Medium: Silkscreen, 2-Ply Museum Board Edition: 12/25 Signed & numbered by the artist Dimensions: 32.75H x 31.5W in (image size) C...
Archival Paper, Screen
Ladderax Shelving Units
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
It was designed in 1964 by Robert Heal for Staples. This is an original set from that early period.
Steel
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H 73.63 in W 54.34 in D 23.63 in
1960s Robert Heritage for Archie Shine Rosewood Wall Unit for Heals British Made
By Robert Heritage, Archie Shine
Located in London, England
Vintage rosewood wall unit originally sold in Heals, designed by Robert Heritage in 1957 and manufactured by Archie Shine.
Brass
Mid Century Shelving Cupboard Staples Ladderax
By Ladderax
Located in Buxton, GB
Explore the charm of vintage furniture with this Mid Century Staples Ladderax Shelving Cupboard By Robert Heal , a stunning piece dating back to 1964.
Teak
Mid Century Staples Ladderax Shelving Cupboard
By Ladderax
Located in Buxton, GB
Explore the charm of vintage furniture with this Mid Century Staples Ladderax Shelving Cupboard By Robert Heal , a stunning piece dating back to 1964.
Teak
Mid Century Staples Ladderax Shelving Cupboard
By Ladderax
Located in Buxton, GB
Explore the charm of vintage furniture with this Mid Century Staples Ladderax Shelving Cupboard By Robert Heal , a stunning piece dating back to 1964.
Teak
Mid Century Staples Ladderax Shelving Cupboard
By Ladderax
Located in Buxton, GB
Explore the charm of vintage furniture with this Mid Century Staples Ladderax Shelving Cupboard By Robert Heal , a stunning piece dating back to 1964.
Teak
Mid Century Staples Tan Ladderax Dining Chairs 1960s
By Ladderax
Located in Buxton, GB
Crafted with a timeless design, these 4 Staples Ladderax dining chairs by Robert Heal embody the essence of Mid-Century Modernism.
Metal
Ladderax Shelving Unit
By Robert Heal, Staples & Co. Ltd
Located in London, GB
A large teak veneer component system with slatted teak uprights, writing desk and glass display cabinet.
Teak
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H 28.35 in W 72.05 in D 35.83 in
1950s Office Desk by Heals Midcentury Writing Table Teak Wood Leather English
By Heal's
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A fabulous Mid-century Modern teak desk by Heal's, designed by Robert Heal made in-house at their own workshops.
Leather, Teak
HEAL (Red, Green, Blue Variation), Robert Indiana
By Robert Indiana
Located in Fairfield, CT
Artist: Robert Indiana (1928-2018) Title: HEAL (Red, Green, Blue Variation) Year: 2015 Medium: Silkscreen in 3 colors on 2-Ply Museum Board Edition: 20, plus proofs Size: 33 x 32 inc...
Screen
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H 77.25 in W 75.13 in D 15.75 in
George Nelson styled Walnut and Steel Wall Unit Bookcase Desk by Ladderax
By George Nelson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Typical of Mid Century units designed by George Nelson but in the manner of Robert Heal and the Ladderax company England .
Brass, Steel
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H 27.96 in W 27.96 in D 5.32 in
Beaver & Tapley Penguin Bookshelves, Stunning Pair of These Mid-Century Classics
By Beaver and Tapley
Located in London, GB
Very much of the period, these elegant small shelf units were produced at the time that other manufacturers were producing similar concepts, including Robert Heal for Staples 'Ladder...
Wood
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H 34.06 in W 29.34 in D 6.7 in
Beaver & Tapley Penguin Bookshelf, Stunning 1950s Mid-Century Classic Shelving
By Beaver and Tapley
Located in London, GB
Very much of the period, this elegant small shelf unit was produced at the time that other manufacturers were producing similar concepts, including Robert Heal for Staples 'Ladderax'...
Wood
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H 51.97 in W 36.82 in D 14.18 in
Midcentury Teak & Black Metal Ladderax Modular Shelving System by Robert Heals
By Robert Heal, Staples & Co. Ltd
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Minimalist design, flexible and functional, The classic Staples 'Ladderax' mid century shelving system. Designed by Robert Heal and manufactured for Staples of Cricklewood.
Metal
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H 35.44 in W 60.24 in D 19.3 in
Sideboard By Robert Heritage For Heal’s Mid Century Vintage Retro MCM
By Robert Heritage, Heal's
Located in Cambridge, GB
New Stock ✅ Sideboard by Robert Heritage for Heal’s Vintage Mid Century Retro MCM Made in England, dating from the 1950s, this is a rare and beautiful vintage sideboard by Robert H...
Brass
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H 30 in W 72 in D 18 in
Robert Heritage Rosewood Sideboard Credenza for Archie Shine Sold by Heals
By Robert Heritage, Heal's, Archie Shine
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Robert Heritage rosewood sideboard credenza for Archie Shine retailed through Heals, circa 1970 Robert Heritage design for Archie Shine rosewood sideboard credenza retailed throug...
Rosewood
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H 29.93 in W 83.86 in L 29.93 in
Robert Heritage Rosewood Sideboard Credenza for Archie Shine Sold by Heals
By Robert Heritage, Heal's, Archie Shine
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Robert Heritage rosewood sideboard credenza for Archie Shine retailed through Heals, circa 1970 Robert Heritage design for Archie Shine rosewood sideboard credenza retailed through ...
Rosewood
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H 30 in W 72 in D 18 in
Robert Heritage Rosewood Sideboard Credenza for Archie Shine Sold by Heals
By Robert Heritage, Heal's, Archie Shine
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Robert Heritage rosewood sideboard credenza for Archie Shine retailed through Heals, circa 1970 Robert Heritage design for Archie Shine rosewood sideboard credenza retailed throug...
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H 29.93 in W 83.86 in D 18.12 in
Robert Heritage Rosewood Sideboard Credenza for Archie Shine Sold by Heals
By Robert Heritage, Heal's, Archie Shine
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Robert Heritage rosewood sideboard credenza for Archie Shine retailed through Heals, circa 1970 Robert Heritage design for Archie Shine rosewood sideboard credenza retailed through ...
Rosewood
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H 30 in W 72 in D 18 in
Robert Heritage Rosewood Sideboard Credenza for Archie Shine Sold by Heals
By Robert Heritage, Heal's, Archie Shine
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Robert Heritage rosewood sideboard credenza for Archie Shine retailed through Heals, circa 1970 Robert Heritage design for Archie Shine Rosewood sideboard credenza retailed throug...
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H 30 in W 72 in D 18 in
Robert Heritage Rosewood Sideboard Credenza for Archie Shine Sold by Heals
By Robert Heritage, Heal's, Archie Shine
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Robert Heritage rosewood sideboard credenza for Archie Shine retailed through heals, circa 1970 Robert Heritage design for Archie shine rosewood sideboard credenza retailed throug...
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H 21.07 in W 39.38 in D 15.75 in
Arcie Shine and Robert Heritage Rosewood Chest of Drawers for Heals of London
By Robert Heritage
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A stunning Robert Heritage for Heals of London rosewood chest of drawers Brazilian Rosewood which has just been French polished to bring out the flare in the wood.
Brass
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H 21.07 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in
Arcie shine and Robert Heritage Rosewood chest of drawers for Heals of London
By Robert Heritage
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A stunning Robert Heritage for Heals of London rosewood chest of drawers/bedside cabinet Brazilian Rosewood which has just been French polished to bring out the flare in the wood.
Brass
Robert Heritage for Archie Shine Rosewood Sideboard Credenza, 1960s
By Robert Heritage, Heal's, Archie Shine
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Midcentury rosewood sideboard credenza designed by Robert Heritage and manufactured by Archie Shine and retailed through Heals of London UK, England, circa 1960, the long rectangular...
Rosewood
Robert Heritage for Archie Shine Rosewood Drum Dining Table, 1960s
By Archie Shine, Heal's, Robert Heritage
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Robert Heritage for Archie Shine rosewood drum dining table designed in 1953, the circular rosewood top with four matching drawers over a tri pod mahogany pedestal base. Condition...
Rosewood
Robert Heritage Extremely Rare Sideboard Credenza
By Robert Heritage
Located in London, GB
Mid-Century Modern design. Robert Heritage sideboard credenza for Heals Tottenham Court Road London.
Lacquer, Birch
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H 79.14 in W 73.23 in D 16.93 in
2 Bay Staples Ladderax Mid Century Teak Shelving System with Record Cabinet
By Staples & Co. Ltd
Located in Kilmarnock, GB
Ladderax was designed by Robert Heal in 1964 and manufactured by Staples of Cricklewood in London for sale in high end stores like Harrods, Heals, etc.
Metal
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H 82.68 in W 107.88 in D 8.27 in
Vintage Ladderax Teak and Metal Bookshelf by Robert Heal for Staples, 1960s
By Robert Heal, Ladderax
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Ladderax two bay bookcase with fourteen dark stained teak shelves and four metal uprights Designed by Robert Heal and produced by Staples, Cricklewood, London.
Metal
4 Bay Ladderax Teak Midcentury Shelving System by Robert Heal
By Robert Heal, Ladderax
Located in Glasgow, GB
Ladderax was designed by Robert Heal in 1964 and manufactured by Staples of Cricklewood in London for sale in high end stores like Harrods, Heals, etc.
Metal
3-Bay Ladderax Teak Midcentury Shelving System by Robert Heal
By Ladderax, Robert Heal
Located in Glasgow, GB
Ladderax was designed by Robert Heal in 1964 and manufactured by Staples of Cricklewood in London for sale in high end stores like Harrods, Heals, etc.
Metal
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H 78.35 in W 38.19 in D 14.57 in
Staples Ladderax Single Bay Teak Shelving by Robert Heal Midcentury Vintage
By Ladderax, Robert Heal
Located in STOKE ON TRENT, GB
Single bay Ladderax modular system from the 1960s. A very well cared for example. Fully adjustable internal shelving and cabinets.
Metal
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H 30.32 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in
Arcie shine and Robert Heritage Rosewood chest of drawers for Heals of London
By Robert Heritage
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A stunning Robert Heritage for Heals of London rosewood chest of drawers Brazilian Rosewood which has just been French polished to bring out the flare in the wood.
Brass
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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.