Short Glass Cabinet
2010s Italian Cabinets
Walnut, Textile, Glass
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Beech
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets
Glass, Wood
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Aluminum, Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Aluminum, Steel
Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets
Glass, Wood
2010s Italian Cabinets
Marble, Brass
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Aluminum, Steel
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Aluminum, Steel
Late 20th Century American Modern Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Antique 1770s Dutch Rococo Bookcases
Walnut, Glass
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Bronze
2010s Italian Post-Modern Dressers
Nickel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Nickel
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Antique 17th Century Dutch Baroque Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
Antique 19th Century Swedish Bookcases
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bookcases
Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Birch
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Aluminum, Steel
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Metal
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Wood, Giltwood, Glass
Antique Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Apothecary Cabinets
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century French Rococo Vitrines
Ormolu
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Desks
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century British Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Scottish Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Vitrines
Brass
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Cabinets
Other
Antique Late 19th Century British Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s Scottish Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Vitrines
Bronze
Antique 1890s English Edwardian Vitrines
Blown Glass, Walnut
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Vitrines
Bronze
Early 2000s American Georgian Cabinets
Oak
20th Century Cabinets
Fruitwood
Mid-20th Century Cabinets
Chrome
Antique 1880s American Late Victorian Cabinets
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Sterling Silver
Silver
Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Corner Cupboards
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
Vintage 1920s Scottish Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Buffets
Brass
Vintage 1930s Scottish Dry Bars
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel
Antique 1870s French French Provincial Vitrines
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Georgian Bookcases
Blown Glass, Satinwood
Antique 1890s French Louis XV Vitrines
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Mahogany, Glass, Rosewood
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Vitrines
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Javanese Bookcases
Wood, Glass
Antique 19th Century Swedish Rococo Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Shelves
Glass, Wood
Antique 1890s French Regency Revival Buffets
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1870s French Louis XV Corner Cupboards
Oak
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, curio cabinet is short for curiosity cabinet. This name comes from the fact that the cabinets allow you to view whatever you store inside through glass doors, sparking curiosity. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of curio cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A low and long piece of freestanding cabinetry that can hold china and other accessories can be called a sideboard or a buffet. Both of these pieces are similar in form and function and sometimes the terms are used interchangeably. When used in the dining room it’s typically called a buffet and in the living room it’s a sideboard. Find an assortment of sideboards and buffets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a glass cabinet called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A glass cabinet may simply be called a glass cabinet because its name is likely referring to a cabinet or other case piece that features transparent glass panes on the doors. The glass will offer clear views of items inside cabinets. Find glass cabinets and other case piece furniture today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022It depends, some cabinets have glass installed within them or are customizable to fit glass panels into their doors. Glass cabinets are a great way to proudly display collectible sculptures, rare books or decorative objects, and these furnishings add an open look to any room of your home. Shop a wide collection of cabinets, with and without glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A curio cabinet is a type of cabinet with glass doors on it. The purpose of a curio cabinet is to display all your curiosities, such as porcelain figures or your favorite china collection. On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique curio cabinets from top sellers around the world.
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