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Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
Antique 1870s English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Wardrobes and Armoires
Animal Skin, Wood
Antique 1780s Dutch Rococo Cabinets
Walnut
20th Century Toys and Dolls
Metal
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Brass
2010s African Arts and Crafts Wall Lights and Sconces
Clay, Earthenware
2010s Table Lamps
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary British Scandinavian Modern Lounge Chairs
Sheepskin, Wool, Bouclé, Beech, Oak, Walnut
2010s North American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Metal
2010s American Modern Stools
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Side Tables
Travertine, Wrought Iron
20th Century Italian Classical Greek Stone Sinks
Marble
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Fireplace Tools and Chimney Pots
Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Wardrobes and Armoires
Other
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Side Tables
Travertine
21st Century and Contemporary Bergere Chairs
Linen
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sectional Sofas
Chrome
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Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Antique 19th Century French Empire Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
Antique 19th Century French Wardrobes and Armoires
Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Teak
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 1870s English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 1870s English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 1850s British Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 1870s English Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique 1860s English Louis XVI Wardrobes and Armoires
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Cupboards
Pine
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Cabinets
Antique 1890s French French Provincial Cupboards
Oak
Early 20th Century French Cupboards
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Cupboards
Fruitwood
Antique 1780s Dutch Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Mirror, Hardwood
Early 20th Century French Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
Antique 1840s European Louis XV Wardrobes and Armoires
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
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.
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