Small Buffet Cabinet
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets
Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Buffets
Teak
Vintage 1910s French Directoire Buffets
Marble, Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Gothic Buffets
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Buffets
Wood
Vintage 1950s Swiss Campaign Buffets
Wood
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Buffets
Wood
Early 20th Century Unknown Federal Buffets
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century English Georgian Buffets
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Buffets
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Buffets
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Georgian Buffets
Wood
Antique Early 18th Century Spanish Buffets
Metal
2010s American Georgian Buffets
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Walnut, Burl
Late 20th Century Unknown Other Credenzas
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Shelves
Oak
20th Century American Rustic Credenzas
Oak
Antique 16th Century Renaissance Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Sideboards
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Sideboards
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Sideboards
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Fruitwood, Oak
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Brass
20th Century Hungarian Country Cupboards
Glass, Pine, Paint
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Buffets
Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Buffets
Pewter
Vintage 1960s American Buffets
20th Century French Buffets
Cherry
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Buffets
Chrome
Antique Late 19th Century French Sideboards
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Buffets
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century English William IV Buffets
Pine
Antique 19th Century Scandinavian Buffets
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Buffets
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Buffets
Pine
Antique 19th Century French Buffets
Pine
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Glass, Wood, Maple
Antique 18th Century Italian Buffets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Buffets
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Buffets
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Buffets
Oak
Antique 19th Century Swedish Buffets
Pine, Paint
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century European Buffets
Ceramic, Pine
French Buffets
Oak
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIV Buffets
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Buffets
Antique 19th Century French Buffets
Marble
Antique 1750s French Louis XV Buffets
Metal, Iron
Antique 16th Century Italian Buffets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Walnut
Vintage 1920s English Georgian Buffets
Walnut
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Also known as a sideboard, a buffet table is mostly used for storage of large dining pieces, like a gravy boat, or everyday pieces, such as plates and flatware.
- What is a buffet cabinet called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A buffet cupboard is sometimes called a sideboard in the United States. Buffet comes from the French buffet à deux corps, which referred to a storage and display case. However, a buffet technically possesses a tiered or shelved superstructure for displaying attractive kitchenware and certainly makes more sense in the context of buffet dining — abundant meals served for crowds of people. Sideboards in England and France were a place to keep hot water for rinsing silverware and from which to serve cold drinking water, but the pieces would later evolve into double-bodied structures that allowed for the display of serveware and utensils on open shelves. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique, vintage and new buffet cabinets, sideboards and other case furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A small china cabinet is called a hutch. Shop hutches and other storage furniture on 1stDibs.
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