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Small antique bookcase
Small antique bookcase

Small antique bookcase

Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL

Beautiful small 2-door bookcase/display case in walnut. Completely in original condition. The shelves are also finished in burl walnut on the front, and the entire interior is uphols...

Category

Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Pale Blue Modern China Cabinet
Pale Blue Modern China Cabinet

Pale Blue Modern China Cabinet

By Bramble

Located in Westwood, NJ

With two lower drawers offering additional convenient storage for smaller items, this cabinet ensures your space remains organized and clutter-free.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Organic Modern Cabinets

Materials

Raffia, Glass, Wood

Classic French Small Credenza
Classic French Small Credenza

Classic French Small Credenza

Located in Westwood, NJ

This exquisite piece combines French classic design with practical functionality, making it a perfect addition to any room. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this mahogan...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Small Satsuma Butterfly Vase by Kinzan, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan
Small Satsuma Butterfly Vase by Kinzan, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

Small Satsuma Butterfly Vase by Kinzan, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

A delicate geometric band painted in gilt around the foot of the vase. Works as a small cabinet vase or even a bud vase.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Ceramics

Materials

Stoneware

Pair of Vintage English & Art Deco Style Wardrobes w/Burled Maple & Walnut Frame
Pair of Vintage English & Art Deco Style Wardrobes w/Burled Maple & Walnut Frame

Pair of Vintage English & Art Deco Style Wardrobes w/Burled Maple & Walnut Frame

Located in Topeka, KS

The larger has 3 hanging bars, two fixed wood shelves, & metal hooks. The smaller cabinet has 1 off-center hanging bar, 3 fixed wood shelves on the left side & both cabinets ...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Metal

Early Meiji Keyaki Sendai Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware and Storage
Early Meiji Keyaki Sendai Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware and Storage

Early Meiji Keyaki Sendai Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware and Storage

Located in Yonkers, NY

Use the spacious drawers to store everything from blankets and clothing to board games or table linens. The smaller cabinet adds charm while offering space for delicate items like bo...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Longing Cabinet by De Castelli
Longing Cabinet by De Castelli

Longing Cabinet by De Castelli

Located in Geneve, CH

Please contact us for any request. Composed by small squared compartments, this cabinet of wishes makes a clear and current reference to old sideboards where biscuits and candies wh...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Copper

Pair of Chinese Decorated Lacquered Cabinets
Pair of Chinese Decorated Lacquered Cabinets

Pair of Chinese Decorated Lacquered Cabinets

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of Asian Chinese (19th Century) decorated lacquered small 2 door cabinets with scenes and figures on rectangular stands with filigree corners and shelf (PRICED AS Pair).

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Cabinets

Materials

Lacquer

Petite Italian Lift-Top Cabinet, 19th C.
Petite Italian Lift-Top Cabinet, 19th C.

Petite Italian Lift-Top Cabinet, 19th C.

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Italian small sized raised cabinet, with lift top access, from the 19th century.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mid Century Fluted Column Bar Cabinet
Mid Century Fluted Column Bar Cabinet

Mid Century Fluted Column Bar Cabinet

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Tall presence with upper cabinet opening to expose a small laminate work shelf.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Marlena Small Bookcase
Marlena Small Bookcase

Marlena Small Bookcase

Located in Paris, FR

Bookcase Marlena Small with all structure in clear glass. Also available in smocked glass, on request.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases

Materials

Glass

Elko Credenza, Small
Elko Credenza, Small

Elko Credenza, Small

Located in Northfield, MN

Like it’s slightly larger predecessor, the Elko Credenza Small begins with your choice of six colors, powder coated on the steel base, and complemented by the warmth of several solid...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Lacquered and Gilt Cabinet, Germany, 18th Century
Lacquered and Gilt Cabinet, Germany, 18th Century

Lacquered and Gilt Cabinet, Germany, 18th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Small wooden cabinet, black lacquered and gilt, with a fall-front opening.

Category

Antique 18th Century German Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Tall Victorian Oak Rolling Glass Display Cabinet
Tall Victorian Oak Rolling Glass Display Cabinet

Tall Victorian Oak Rolling Glass Display Cabinet

Located in Dekalb, IL

The cabinet rests on small porcelain casters and is constructed with a molded base platform and an open interior designed to showcase merchandise from multiple viewing angles.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Cabinets

Materials

Porcelain, Glass, Wood

Lacquered Chinese Locking Cabinet, c. 1850
Lacquered Chinese Locking Cabinet, c. 1850

Lacquered Chinese Locking Cabinet, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Crafted of elm with a dark lacquer finish, this small locking cabinet from the mid-19th century embodies the refined simplicity of Ming-dynasty furniture.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Vintage Hand Painted Pine Amish Bed Frame
Vintage Hand Painted Pine Amish Bed Frame

Vintage Hand Painted Pine Amish Bed Frame

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Vintage charming hand painted pine full size bed frame from Pennsylvania Dutch country having headboard (height to finials 60"), side rails (17.5 h) and foot board (25 h) Inside mea...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Country Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Pine

Small Mahogany Chest
Small Mahogany Chest

Small Mahogany Chest

Located in Annville, PA

From the tastefully tapered legs to the finely shaped drawer fronts this Small Mahogany Chest with Drawers expresses great taste in design. Graduated drawers, great mahogany veneers ...

Category

2010s Hepplewhite Dressers

Materials

Mahogany

Massive 168-Drawer Oak Parts Cabinet
Massive 168-Drawer Oak Parts Cabinet

Massive 168-Drawer Oak Parts Cabinet

Located in Dekalb, IL

A large and antique small parts storage cabinet. This cabinet was likely used in the 1920s onward as a way of storing tools, screws, and other objects in a workshop.

Category

Vintage 1920s American Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Small Mahogany Sideboard
Small Mahogany Sideboard

Small Mahogany Sideboard

Located in Annville, PA

A small mahogany sideboard is perfect size Hepplewhite inspired sideboard is great for those hard to fill spaces in the dining room. The three drawers are dovetailed and feature desi...

Category

2010s Hepplewhite Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Small Burled Sideboard
Small Burled Sideboard

Small Burled Sideboard

Located in Annville, PA

A Small Burled Sideboard is a perfect size Hepplewhite inspired sideboard is great for those hard to fill spaces in the dining room. The three drawers are dovetailed and feature desi...

Category

2010s Hepplewhite Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Small Silver Chest
Small Silver Chest

Small Silver Chest

$1,175 / item

Small Silver Chest

Located in Annville, PA

A small silver chest produced resting on square and reeded legs with four drawers, the uppermost being a false drawer and the lid opening to reveal an unusual design feature. Each st...

Category

2010s Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Chinese Style Teakwood Display Cabinet
Antique Chinese Style Teakwood Display Cabinet

Antique Chinese Style Teakwood Display Cabinet

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique Mid 19th Century Chinese Style Teakwood Display Cabinet. Small storage shelves below main body of cabinet.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Alfred Hendrickx for Belform cabinet, 1960s
Alfred Hendrickx for Belform cabinet, 1960s

Alfred Hendrickx for Belform cabinet, 1960s

By Alfred Hendrickx

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Small minimalist cabinet designed by Belgian designer Alfred Hendrickx for Belform in the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Small Contemporary Sideboard
Small Contemporary Sideboard

Small Contemporary Sideboard

Located in Westwood, NJ

Blends modern design with luxurious craftsmanship, creating a standout piece for any sophisticated space. Wrapped in shagreen-embossed leather in a rich charcoal grey, it introduces ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Sideboards

Materials

Metal

1960’s Large Mid Century Sideboard – Cabinet
1960’s Large Mid Century Sideboard – Cabinet

1960’s Large Mid Century Sideboard – Cabinet

Located in Hook, Hampshire

The left side of the cabinet features four small drawers, to the right sits a good sized cabinet with a central divide (Internal dimensions 41L x 56/60W x 43H all CM with adjustable ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Cabinets

Materials

Birch

French Henry II Castle Dresser Sideboard credenza Buffet - Renaissance - 19th
French Henry II Castle Dresser Sideboard credenza Buffet - Renaissance - 19th

French Henry II Castle Dresser Sideboard credenza Buffet - Renaissance - 19th

By Jacques Androuet Du Cerceau

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

The carpenter thinks of the piece of furniture as a whole, like a small building of classic architecture. The "DuCerceau" sideboard is composed at the top of a small cabinet framed ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Buffets

Materials

Wood

1960’s Large Mid Century Sideboard – Cabinet
1960’s Large Mid Century Sideboard – Cabinet

1960’s Large Mid Century Sideboard – Cabinet

Located in Hook, Hampshire

The left side of the cabinet features four small drawers, to the right sits a good sized cabinet with a central divide (Internal dimensions 41L x 56/60W x 43H all CM with adjustable ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Cabinets

Materials

Birch, Sapele Wood

French Faux Bamboo Bird's Eye Maple Cabinet
French Faux Bamboo Bird's Eye Maple Cabinet

French Faux Bamboo Bird's Eye Maple Cabinet

Located in Bradenton, FL

The proper left side retains two original hanging rods, likely for towels or small textiles. The cabinet stands on whimsical root-form feet, adding sculptural character.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Birdseye Maple

Vintage Danish Modern Stained Oak Sliding Door Cabinet
Vintage Danish Modern Stained Oak Sliding Door Cabinet

Vintage Danish Modern Stained Oak Sliding Door Cabinet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The sliding doors open smoothly to reveal spacious shelving, making it both highly functional and visually striking. Perfect for use as: Small credenza Media cabinet Entryway storage...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Classic Credenza Small
Classic Credenza Small

Classic Credenza Small

Located in Northfield, MN

Modeled after the design of our Classic Credenza, this space efficient piece is two-thirds the size of the original. And yet, this Credenza still makes room for all the essentials – ...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Maple, Oak, Walnut

19th-Century Hungarian Rustic Pine Cabinet Cupboard
19th-Century Hungarian Rustic Pine Cabinet Cupboard

19th-Century Hungarian Rustic Pine Cabinet Cupboard

Located in Round Top, TX

19th-century small rustic cabinet from Hungary crafted in pine.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Hungarian Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Wrought Iron

17th Century Italian Tortoiseshell Table Cabinet
17th Century Italian Tortoiseshell Table Cabinet

17th Century Italian Tortoiseshell Table Cabinet

Located in Bradenton, FL

Faux painted architectural columns on either side of center door which opens to reveal an additional set of small drawers. A rare early cabinet. Probably Venetian.

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Cabinets

Materials

Tortoise Shell

Coastal Small Credenza
Coastal Small Credenza

Coastal Small Credenza

Located in Westwood, NJ

In our Sandbar finish, a sophisticated piece featuring exquisite white inset rattan door panels. Measuring 43" x 17" x 41", this credenza combines rustic charm with coastal chic, per...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Organic Modern Credenzas

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Italian Wooden Storage Cabinet with Drawers
Italian Wooden Storage Cabinet with Drawers

Italian Wooden Storage Cabinet with Drawers

By Italian school XX ct.

Located in Milano, IT

Each drawer can be opened by a handle carved inside the wooden drawer. At the top of the cabinet we find an open compartment for storing larger items or creating a small bookcase.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Antique Northern Swedish Authentic Rococo Cabinet
Antique Northern Swedish Authentic Rococo Cabinet

Antique Northern Swedish Authentic Rococo Cabinet

Located in Kramfors, SE

This particular model of cabinet, with a taller upper cabinet and smaller lower cabinet with tall legs, is specific to Jämtland.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Ambra Small Sideboard
Ambra Small Sideboard

Ambra Small Sideboard

$23,130 / item

Ambra Small Sideboard

By Galimberti Nino

Located in Milan, IT

This stunning sideboard will add a glamorous, retro-chic charm to a Classic or modern interior, used as console in an entryway or as a display or storage space in a living room, priv...

Category

2010s Italian Sideboards

Materials

Brass

19th century music cabinet from the United Kingdom
19th century music cabinet from the United Kingdom

19th century music cabinet from the United Kingdom

Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL

19th-century mahogany chest of drawers / music cabinet in very good condition. The cabinet has 6 small drawers and 2 glass doors.

Category

Antique 1860s British Victorian Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Bendy Small Shelf by Mingardo
Bendy Small Shelf by Mingardo

Bendy Small Shelf by Mingardo

Located in Geneve, CH

Bendy small shelf by Mingardo Dimensions: D55 x W25 x H10 cm Materials: Matt brass plated stainless steel Weight: 5 kg Also Available in different finishes and dimensions. ...

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Louis XVI Library Cabinet, 18th Century
Louis XVI Library Cabinet, 18th Century

Louis XVI Library Cabinet, 18th Century

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Superb and rare small Louis XVI mahogany library cabinet from the 18th century Very beautiful little piece which is decorated in the upper part with fake books which gives it a lo...

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

French Empire Mahogany Small Chest
French Empire Mahogany Small Chest

French Empire Mahogany Small Chest

Located in Queens, NY

French Empire style (late 19th Century) mahogany small chest with 4 drawers and bronze trim with a black marble top There are splits in the wood at the side of the piece.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Small Teak Dresser
Small Teak Dresser

Small Teak Dresser

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage modern chest of drawers with finished back. Simple, almost rustic design with all wood drawers and knobs. Please confirm location NY or NJ.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Teak

Early 20th Century Ornate Painted Tin Spice Cabinet
Early 20th Century Ornate Painted Tin Spice Cabinet

Early 20th Century Ornate Painted Tin Spice Cabinet

Located in Dekalb, IL

Painted tin spice cabinet featuring eight small drawers arranged in a two-column grid, each fitted with rounded copper-toned fronts and simple black knob pulls.

Category

Early 20th Century American Primitive Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Traditional English Small Sideboard
Traditional English Small Sideboard

Traditional English Small Sideboard

Located in Westwood, NJ

A magnificent figured swirl wood draws the eye across its stepped top and two-door cabinet body, emphasizing the depth and richness of its handcrafted veneer work. Inlaid paneling, e...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Georgian Buffets

Materials

Wood

Small English Painted Bureau
Small English Painted Bureau

Small English Painted Bureau

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Small 18th Century English bureau with an antiqued painted blue finish and ncie fitted interior. 1780

Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Desks

Materials

Leather, Oak

small neo regionalist buffet
small neo regionalist buffet

small neo regionalist buffet

$420Sale Price|67% Off

small neo regionalist buffet

By Societé anonyme francaise

Located in TARBES, FR

Charming small neo-regionalist oak cabinet, inspired by the style of Victor Courtray.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Buffets

Materials

Oak

Pair of Onyx Brass Night Stands
Pair of Onyx Brass Night Stands

Pair of Onyx Brass Night Stands

Located in København, København

One table comes with a lower shelf and one with a small cabinet with at door also in onyx. Both tables comes with a small decorated drawer and porcelain swivel castor wheels.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Night Stands

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Small Vienna secession sideboard
Small Vienna secession sideboard

Small Vienna secession sideboard

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Small Vienna secession sideboard in excellent original condition with signs of use.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Wonderful Mid Century Cabinet in Bamboo 1960s
Wonderful Mid Century Cabinet in Bamboo 1960s

Wonderful Mid Century Cabinet in Bamboo 1960s

Located in Meer, VAN

Wonderful Mid Century Cabinet in Bamboo 1960s This is a fantastic small sized mid century cabinet entirely made out of bamboo.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Bamboo

Early Meiji Period Japanese Elm Shadona Cabinet
Early Meiji Period Japanese Elm Shadona Cabinet

Early Meiji Period Japanese Elm Shadona Cabinet

Located in Dekalb, IL

In addition to shelving, this cabinet includes a multitude of small drawers and cabinets from top to bottom. 36" W x 12" D x 64" H AF - C-9906 - 101524

Category

Antique 1870s Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Small Oak Glazed Bookcase/Cupboard with Gallery
Small Oak Glazed Bookcase/Cupboard with Gallery

Small Oak Glazed Bookcase/Cupboard with Gallery

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Small Oak Glazed Bookcase/Cupboard with Gallery This is a very useful piece, it set on bracket feet and has 2 glazed doors with a raised gallery around the top A Good piece which ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Rustic Folk Art Cabinet, France, 19th Century
Rustic Folk Art Cabinet, France, 19th Century

Rustic Folk Art Cabinet, France, 19th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

Constructed from sturdy wood, the cabinet features four small doors with traditional wooden latches.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Gianfranco frattini cabinet by Bernini Italy 1957
Gianfranco frattini cabinet by Bernini Italy 1957

Gianfranco frattini cabinet by Bernini Italy 1957

By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Behold the exquisite craftsmanship of the small sideboard or cabinet, a testament to the visionary design of Gianfranco Frattini and the masterful production of Bernini, Italy, in 19...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Mohs Small Tabernacle by Studio Intervallo
Mohs Small Tabernacle by Studio Intervallo

Mohs Small Tabernacle by Studio Intervallo

Located in Geneve, CH

A small coffer that can be declined into a domestic altar, exhibitor, reliquary or container of precious objects, but also into a bar cabinet.

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Petite Louis XVI Cabinet, Ebonized Mahogany, French, 1910s
Petite Louis XVI Cabinet, Ebonized Mahogany, French, 1910s

Petite Louis XVI Cabinet, Ebonized Mahogany, French, 1910s

Located in Austin, TX

The doors are also trimmed with brass and have small brass pulls. The cabinet features floral brass décor on the bottom, and brass décor of draped fabric reminiscent of draped Roman ...

Category

Vintage 1910s French Louis XVI Cabinets

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Maurice Jallot French Art Deco Parchment Inlaid Cabinet
Maurice Jallot French Art Deco Parchment Inlaid Cabinet

Maurice Jallot French Art Deco Parchment Inlaid Cabinet

By Maurice Jallot

Located in Benington, Herts

The faun's head mount on our cabinet is virtually identical to those seen on a small series of cabinets retailed by Maison Jansen.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Danish Mid Century Rosewood Cabinet on Tapered Legs
Vintage Danish Mid Century Rosewood Cabinet on Tapered Legs

Vintage Danish Mid Century Rosewood Cabinet on Tapered Legs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Perfect for use as: - Small credenza - Bar cabinet - Record storage cabinet - Entryway storage - Bedroom cabinet - Accent piece for Scandinavian or mid century interiors Dimensions: ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

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Small Cabinets For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of small cabinets is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct small cabinets — often made from wood, metal and mahogany — can elevate any home. Find 2077 antique and vintage small cabinets at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 83 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Small cabinets have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Small cabinets made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Paul McCobb, Arne Vodder and Florence Knoll each produced beautiful small cabinets that are worth considering.

How Much are Small Cabinets?

Small cabinets can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,501, while the lowest priced sells for $50 and the highest can go for as much as $55,000.

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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