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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Upholstery, Bakelite, Mahogany
Vintage 1970s French Futurist Credenzas
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Wood
Early 2000s French Art Deco Dry Bars
Macassar
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Vintage 1970s French Futurist Credenzas
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Modern Cabinets
Rattan, Mahogany
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Early 20th Century American End Tables
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry, Oak
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Cherry, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Buffets
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Wood
American Credenzas
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Laminate, Walnut, Rattan
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Buffets
Cherry
Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Credenzas
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Teak
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Russian Wardrobes and Armoires
Pine, Birch
Vintage 1950s American Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Credenzas
Wood, Linen, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Cane, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut, Laminate
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Linen Presses
Hardwood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Rosewood
Late 20th Century George III Wardrobes and Armoires
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Musical Instruments
Cherry
1980s Modern More Art
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Iron
Vintage 1960s Cabinets
Metal
20th Century American Sideboards
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern More Furniture and Collectibles
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Music Stands
Hardwood
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Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Stools
Fabric, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands
Shagreen
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chairs
Steel
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Ottomans and Poufs
Sheepskin, Oak
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Oak, Walnut
2010s American Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Steel
1990s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Chrome
Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Table Mirrors
Metal
Vintage 1970s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Paper
Vintage 1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Vintage 1970s Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
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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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