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Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Curved China Display Cabinet Curio Tambour Doors
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Curved China Display Cabinet Curio Tambour Doors

Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Curved China Display Cabinet Curio Tambour Doors

By Eva & Johannes Andersen

Located in Dayton, OH

An exceptional Vintage Scandanavian Modern Breakfront, Made in Denmark. Features a curved form

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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Teak

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Skovby Scandinavian Rosewood Buffet China Cabinet Breakfront
Skovby Scandinavian Rosewood Buffet China Cabinet Breakfront

Skovby Scandinavian Rosewood Buffet China Cabinet Breakfront

By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1

Located in Pasadena, TX

A mid century modern rosewood buffet and china cabinet made in Denmark by Skovby. The lower buffet measuring 86.5" wide x 18.5" deep x 32" high with two sliding doors concealing she...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Sideboards

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Rosewood, Glass

Early 19th Century Scandinavian Empire Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Early 19th Century Scandinavian Empire Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Early 19th Century Scandinavian Empire Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 19th century Scandinavian empire flame mahogany breakfront bookcase circa 1820. Stunning

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Swedish 19th century flame mahogany breakfront bookcase
Swedish 19th century flame mahogany breakfront bookcase

Swedish 19th century flame mahogany breakfront bookcase

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 19th century Scandinavian empire flame mahogany breakfront bookcase circa 1820. Stunning

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Danish Modern Skovby Rosewood Breakfront China Cabinet Credenza Sideboard Buffet
Danish Modern Skovby Rosewood Breakfront China Cabinet Credenza Sideboard Buffet

Danish Modern Skovby Rosewood Breakfront China Cabinet Credenza Sideboard Buffet

By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1

Located in West Hartford, CT

Skovby Danish Modern rosewood china breakfront. Two piece construction where lower portion has

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

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Felt, Glass, Wood, Rosewood

Large Antique English Pine Breakfront Bookcase, circa 1890
Large Antique English Pine Breakfront Bookcase, circa 1890

Large Antique English Pine Breakfront Bookcase, circa 1890

Located in Round Top, TX

This remarkable large pine breakfront bookcase is from England, circa 1890. It is built in six

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Antique Late 19th Century English Bookcases

Antique Pine Breakfront Bookcase from Denmark, circa 1900
Antique Pine Breakfront Bookcase from Denmark, circa 1900

Antique Pine Breakfront Bookcase from Denmark, circa 1900

Located in Round Top, TX

the pine. Please examine the close up photos to appreciate the finish. Scandinavian antiques

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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Bookcases

Ib Kofod-Larsen Breakfront, 1960s
Ib Kofod-Larsen Breakfront, 1960s

Ib Kofod-Larsen Breakfront, 1960s

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H 72 in W 90.63 in D 19.5 in

Ib Kofod-Larsen Breakfront, 1960s

By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen

Located in Hamburg, PA

A modern Danish Ib Kofod-Larsen bookcase/breakfront/credenza made of Brazilian rosewood. This

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

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Glass, Rosewood

Danish Teak Breakfront Sideboard for Christian Linneberg
Danish Teak Breakfront Sideboard for Christian Linneberg

Danish Teak Breakfront Sideboard for Christian Linneberg

By Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This unique and impressive Danish teak sideboard features a wonderful internally lit display top mounted on a tambour door teak server. Makes a unique display and storage piece for d...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

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Teak

Swedish 19th century flame mahogany breakfront bookcase
Swedish 19th century flame mahogany breakfront bookcase

Swedish 19th century flame mahogany breakfront bookcase

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 19th century Scandinavian empire flame mahogany breakfront bookcase circa 1820. Stunning

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Bookcases

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Glass, Mahogany

1820's Scandinavian Two Part Breakfront
1820's Scandinavian Two Part Breakfront

1820's Scandinavian Two Part Breakfront

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H 100 in W 61 in D 16 in

1820's Scandinavian Two Part Breakfront

Located in Stamford, CT

1820's Scandinavian Two Part Breakfront with Pull Front, fruitwood

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Antique 19th Century Cabinets

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Located in Amsterdam, NL

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Located in Devon, England

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Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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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