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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Slate
Mid-20th Century Minimalist Cabinets
Berlin Iron
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1990s British George III Linen Presses
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s Italian Gothic Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1970s German Space Age Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Cabinets
Plastic
Antique 18th Century English George III Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Cabinets
Plastic
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Rattan
Vintage 1980s Italian Space Age Cabinets
Metal, Copper
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Leather, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Teak
Vintage 1940s French Space Age Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Sideboards
Steel
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Sideboards
Fiberglass
Vintage 1920s Swedish Space Age Cabinets
Bronze
Vintage 1970s French Space Age Sideboards
Metal
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Wardrobes and Armoires
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Canadian Space Age Dressers
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Space Age Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1970s Space Age Dressers
Metal
Vintage 1970s Canadian Space Age Dressers
Plastic, Acrylic, Wood
2010s Chinese Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
2010s Chinese Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
2010s Chinese Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
2010s Chinese Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
2010s Chinese Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
2010s Chinese Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1970s Spanish Space Age Cabinets
Plastic
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Iron
Late 20th Century Belgian Desks
Polyester
Vintage 1970s Canadian Space Age Dressers
Plastic, Acrylic, Wood
2010s Italian Cabinets
Faux Fur, Oak
2010s Italian Cabinets
Faux Fur, Oak
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Bookcases
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Dressers
Fiberglass, Wood
Early 2000s Japanese Space Age Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1970s English Space Age Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Brazilian Corner Cupboards
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Macedonian Modern Cabinets
Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s Italian Cabinets
Oak
2010s American Cabinets
Hardwood
2010s Italian Cabinets
Metal
2010s Italian Cabinets
Textile, Glass, Oak
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Marble
1990s European Space Age Bookcases
Aluminum
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s Italian Cabinets
Brass
2010s Italian Cabinets
Textile, Wood
2010s Italian Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Shelves
Plastic
2010s Italian Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
2010s Spanish Cabinets
Metal
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces 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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