Tropical Cabinets
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Organic Modern Sideboards
Wood, Burl, Resin, Epoxy Resin
1990s American Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Shelves
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Wicker, Reed
Late 20th Century Philippine Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1830s English Georgian Cabinets
Wood, Pine
Antique 1820s English Gothic Cabinets
Wood
2010s English Wallpaper
Paper
2010s English Wallpaper
Paper
2010s English Wallpaper
Paper
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wicker
Vintage 1950s American Dry Bars
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Marble, Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Dry Bars
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Antique 1890s English Aesthetic Movement Porcelain
Gold Leaf
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Prints
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Prints
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Prints
Vintage 1960s Portuguese Sideboards
Wood
Early 20th Century Guatemalan Wardrobes and Armoires
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wicker, Oak, Pine
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Campaign Desks
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Shelves
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Unknown Regency Sideboards
Brass
Late 20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Sideboards
Oak, Paint
Mid-20th Century Portuguese Sideboards
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage 1950s Indian Industrial Cabinets
Hardwood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Mirror, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan
Antique Early 1900s English Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Guatemalan International Style Wardrobes and Armoires
Hardwood
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Bamboo, Grasscloth, Rattan, Wicker
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Leather, Bamboo, Glass, Beech
Antique 1840s English Georgian Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rattan, Glass, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Night Stands
Rattan
Early 2000s Brazilian Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1950s Mexican Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Dressers
Rattan
Vintage 1950s Brazilian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
20th Century Asian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
Vintage 1930s French Sideboards
Vintage 1960s Dressers
Rattan
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Dressers
Rattan, Wood
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Dressers
Rattan
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export More Asian Art, Objects and Fu...
Zitan
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Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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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