String Shelving
Vintage 1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wire
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass, Enamel, Steel
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Ash
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s Swedish Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s American Georgian Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Antique Early 1800s English George III Desks
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century American Sheraton Sideboards
Mahogany, Walnut, Satinwood, Birch
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Credenzas
Siena Marble, Ormolu
2010s British Cabinets
Copper
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Chaise Longues
Fabric, Hardwood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Metal
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Oak, Plywood
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Iron
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Cane, Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Czech Bauhaus Daybeds
Steel
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Loveseats
Brass
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Plexiglass, Pine
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Cabinets
Tulipwood
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Antique 1820s English George IV Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Metal
Vintage 1980s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets 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.