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Large Robsjohn-Gibbings Dresser Secretary w Bookcase
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-century modern Robsjohn Gibbings walnut multifunction cabinet.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Sideboard for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St. Louis, MO
Three-drawer sideboard with wood dowel handles, cabinet on the right side, designed by Gibbing for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Sideboards
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Style Chest
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St. Louis, MO
Widdicomb chest with Parsons base, original Widdicomb piece refurbished / restored with some new components. Lacquered in a white snowflake finish with dark brown base. Interior shel...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Chest designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant chest designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950's. The three drawers
Category
Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pair of T-H Robsjohn-Gibbings Cabinets for Sarifdis of Athens
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful pair of bleached walnut and gilt brass two-door cabinets by T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings for
Category
Mid-20th Century Greek Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Hermes Orange T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Credenza Midcentury
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful credenza designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950s. It has a low
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
H 26.5 in W 69 in D 17 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Three Drawer Chest of Drawers
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
pulls and four tapered brass legs with circular brass feet. (T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 32 in W 34.5 in D 21.5 in
Mid Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings For Widdicomb Credenza Cabinet
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Credenza Cabinet
Classic MCM minimal
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Credenza in Walnut and Brass, C. 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Westport, CT
Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950-1959, this vintage walnut dresser
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut Cane and Brass Credenza
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Countryside, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut Cane and Brass Credenza
This credenza measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
H 31.25 in W 67.5 in D 21.5 in
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Dresser
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Petite chest of drawers designed by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture. Blonde wood
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Dresser by Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Highland, IN
This stunning dresser by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb is impeccably designed and expertly
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Two Door Maple Cabinet
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
small concealed casters. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB MODERN) (Similar cabinet: DUF0139A
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
H 33 in W 36 in D 20.25 in
Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Six Drawer Dresser
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Wonderful mahogany six drawer dresser with ebonized handles and trim by Robsjohn-Gibbings for
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Sideboard
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Hanover, MA
American classical modern buffet server cabinet designed by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Maple, Walnut
Elegant Modern Chest Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Modern Chest designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950's. It
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Chest, Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Mid-Century Modern chest. Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Walnut with cane
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 32.25 in W 34.5 in D 20 in
Mid Century Modern Walnut, Brass & Rattan Dresser by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
This refined and elegant Mid Century Modern dresser was designed by the celebrated T.H. Robsjohn
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Dresser
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This elegant six-drawer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb walnut dresser is a masterful piece of
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Extraordinary T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Chest, Widdicomb-1955
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Raleigh, NC
A stunning 3-drawer chest by designer T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings. With its minimalist case, brass legs
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Dresser, Walnut, USA, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in High Point, NC
A rare walnut dresser designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb, Grand Rapids
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Double Dresser by Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Highland, IN
This stunning double dresser by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb is impeccably designed and
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Widdicomb Pair of Bedside Tables / Chests
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Bradenton, FL
Stunning pair of mid-century three-drawer bedside tables / chests in walnut by T.H. Robsjohn
Category
20th Century American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, "Colosseum" Cabinet, Walnut, USA, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut "Colosseum" cabinet designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut Credenza
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Walnut Credenza
This credenza measures: 79.25 wide x
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Sliding Door Cabinet
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Sliding Door Cabinet
This cabinet measures: 51.5 wide x 18.5
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Sliding Door Cabinet
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Sliding Door Cabinet
Each cabinet measures: 51.5 wide x 18.5
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Unique One-off Secretary Cabinet by Robsjohn-Gibbings, 1955
By 't Woonhuys, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dronten, NL
Elegant drop front desk secretary in solid cherry, designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and made by
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Nickel
Storage Cabinet Credenza by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Walnut. Excellent.
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Kansas City, MO
Expertly restored and refinished cabinet / sideboard / credenza / buffet designed by T.H. Robsjohn
Category
Vintage 1950s American Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
H 34.25 in W 72 in D 20 in
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Bedside Tables / Chests
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Bradenton, FL
Sophisticated tailored design in this pair of three drawer chests designed by T. H. Robsjohn
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Dresser, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and walnut dresser designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb, Grand
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mahogany Cabinet by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Dorchester, MA
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings designed this handsome mahogany cabinet for the Widdicomb Furniture Company
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Highboy Dresser
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Highboy Dresser. A true masterpiece of mid-century modern design
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Original T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Rectilinear Cabinet Credenza for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Rare cabinet by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Signed with label on drawer. The doors have a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
H 70 in W 54 in D 20.25 in
T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Cabinet for Widdicomb, 1950's
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Cabinet for Widdicomb, 1950's
This elegant cabinet, designed by T.H
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Ash
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Five Drawer Dresser for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Trenton, NJ
Presenting this remarkable vintage five-drawer dresser by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, a
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Designed Tall Chest, by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings designed tall chest, fitted with five concealed long drawers by
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Chests
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb four drawer chests with dowel handles. Shown in
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Mid-Century American Modern Bleached Walnut
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
patinated brass drawer pulls, resting on taped triangular legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS) (PRICED AS Pair
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Two Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Credenzas
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
. Robsjohn-Gibbings, circa 1940's. His signature style, defined by clean lines and architectural simplicity
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Dresser Bachelors Chest
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated tailored design three drawer chest designed by T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Chest of Drawers by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, USA 1950
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of chest of drawers by T.H Robsjohn Gibbings, USA 1950
Three drawer bedside tables with heavy
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Six Drawer Chest of Drawers
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Queens, NY
pulls and four tapered brass legs with circular brass feet. (T.H. Robsjohn-gibbings for Widdicomb).
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Three-Door Mahogany Cabinet by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Dorchester, MA
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb designed this mahogany cabinet with a minimal, clean-lined
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Sliding Door Cabinet Credenza
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Countryside, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Sliding Door Cabinet Credenza
This credenza measures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Secretary Cabinet in Walnut by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Detroit, MI
. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Expertly crafted from solid walnut, the cabinet features two wood accented
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Walnut Dresser, by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
nickel-tipped ends.
Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for The Widdicomb Furniture Company, 1950s
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Elegant Mahogany Altar Style Cabinet by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exceptional example from a rare production of case pieces designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb MidCentury Modern Bachelor Chest
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
A four drawer dresser by TH Robsjohn Gibbibgs for Widdicomb.
USA, circa 1940s/50s.
Signed with
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
1940s T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings 2 Part Credenza and Glass Top Cabinet
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Monrovia, CA
This T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Is A Mahogany Bowed Front Credenza, With Tapered Sides, Sabered Legs
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern Cabinet, Walnut, USA 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Manhasset, NY
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern Cabinet, Walnut, USA 1950s
A chic mid
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
H 35 in W 31 in D 21 in
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern, Desk, Cane, 1960s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Manhasset, NY
T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb, Mid-Century Modern, Small Desk, Stained Wood, Cane, Brass, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings by Widdicomb Walnut Dresser
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Toledo, OH
Elegant mid-century modern walnut dresser by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb features a curved
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Desk by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in Sorrel Walnut
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Grand Rapids, MI
USA, 1957
Desk designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in Sorrel finish (walnut). Offers a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb MCM Bleached Mahogany Cane Brass Highboy Dresser
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Countryside, IL
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century Bleached Mahogany, Cane and Brass Highboy Dresser
This
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
H 40.75 in W 34.5 in D 20 in
Elegant T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Sideboard, Rattan & Brass Handles
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in St. Louis, MO
Rarely seen elegant T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb sideboard or dresser. Completely restored
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
H 32.25 in W 67.63 in D 21.88 in
TH Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Countryside, IL
TH Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid Century 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Dresser measures: 67.5 wide
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Chest of Drawers
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Fuirniture Co. dresser or chest of drawers in dark stained
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Walnut Six Drawers Dresser by t.h. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful mid century modern dresser designed by T.H Robsjohn-Gibbings and manufactured for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
H 30.25 in W 67.75 in D 21.5 in
Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings Bachelor Four Drawer Chests Dressers
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut bachelor chests by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
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Robsjohn Gibbings Case For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the robsjohn gibbings case you’re looking for. A robsjohn gibbings case — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a robsjohn gibbings case, we have 1474 options in-stock, while there are 9 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect robsjohn gibbings case — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A robsjohn gibbings case made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — is very popular. T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co. and John Widdicomb each produced at least one beautiful robsjohn gibbings case that is worth considering.
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The average selling price for a robsjohn gibbings case at 1stDibs is $5,200, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $69,000 for the highest priced.
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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