Small Retro Cabinet
1970s Spanish Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Straw, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Wood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Glass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Small Retro Cabinet
Brass
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Glass, Wood, Ash, Lacquer
1960s Swiss Small Retro Cabinet
Metal
1950s French Art Deco Small Retro Cabinet
Ash
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Lacquer, Maple
1950s Czech Small Retro Cabinet
Oak
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Bamboo
1970s Danish Minimalist Small Retro Cabinet
Pine
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Wood, Oak, Lacquer
1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Wood, Glass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Birch, Teak
Mid-20th Century Country Small Retro Cabinet
Hardwood, Paint
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Steel
1970s Italian Small Retro Cabinet
Crystal, Steel
1960s American Chinoiserie Small Retro Cabinet
Brass
1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Mirror
1950s Small Retro Cabinet
Mahogany
1950s Small Retro Cabinet
Mahogany
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Brass
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Wood, Walnut, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Walnut, Plywood
1970s French Small Retro Cabinet
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Wood, Walnut, Plywood
1950s Small Retro Cabinet
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Wood, Walnut, Plywood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Thai Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Wood, Teak
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Elm
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Small Retro Cabinet
Brass
1960s German Minimalist Small Retro Cabinet
Steel
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Sycamore
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Small Retro Cabinet
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Teak
Mid-20th Century French Directoire Small Retro Cabinet
Walnut
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Teak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Oak, Teak
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Small Retro Cabinet
Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Formica, Beech
1990s North American American Craftsman Small Retro Cabinet
Cherry, Oak, Walnut, Wenge
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Beech, Teak
1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Small Retro Cabinet
Brass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Spanish Small Retro Cabinet
Leather, Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Birch, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Rosewood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Small Retro Cabinet
Metal, Steel
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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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021A small china cabinet is called a hutch. Shop hutches and other storage furniture on 1stDibs.
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