19th Century French Louis XVI China Buffet
Located in Dallas, TX
The open serving area below the upper cabinet includes a beveled mirror backsplash, adding reflected light while making the buffet especially practical for serving.
Brass
$9,850
H 91 in W 50.75 in D 18 in
19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Painted Bookcase Display Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
The upper cabinet includes glass pane doors with decorative circular panel "astragal" accents creating strong visual interest.
Glass, Pine, Paint
19th Century Tall Bookcase Display Cabinet from Portugal
Located in Round Top, TX
19th century 8' tall bookcase or display cabinet crafted in hardwood, likely chestnut. The upper cabinet has glass paned doors, and much of the glass appears to be old.
Glass, Wood, Chestnut, Paint
$7,400
H 79 in W 37.25 in D 21.5 in
Eldred Wheeler Chippendale Style Two Piece Tiger Maple Bookcase Cabinet
By Eldred Wheeler
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Dimensions: 37 1/4" W (across feet), 21 1/2" D at feet, 79" H, writing surface is 19 3/4" D, 30 1/2" from floor to top of desk. The upper cabinet is 11 3/4" D at the moulded top trim.
Brass
Early 19th Century Swedish Pine Secretary Bureau
Located in Round Top, TX
Old locks on both the upper cabinet and central desk still function, though stiffly.
Wood, Pine
$7,960Sale Price|20% Off
H 92.52 in W 72.05 in D 24.81 in
Antique 19th Century Empire Dutch Bombe Solid Oak Cabinet
Located in Casteren, NL
All drawers are equipped with working locks with a key. The upper cabinet has two elegant doors with beautiful recessed panels.
Brass
Louis XV Style Walnut Secretary by Baker Furniture
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
The upper cabinet features an arching crown centered by a heavily carved cartouche.
Walnut
$5,885Sale Price|20% Off
H 72.84 in W 48.04 in D 21.26 in
Antique Secretaire Sideboard, English, Correspondence Cabinet, Victorian, C.1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
Of excellent proportion and graced with Art Nouveau taste Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Select stocks show fine grain interest and deep caramel hues...
Wood
$42,500
H 101 in W 164.5 in D 27 in
Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870
By S.E. & R. Johnson. Warrington
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
There are 20 exterior drawers and 8 interior drawers. Lower cabinets each have 1 fixed shelf; upper cabinets have 2 adjustable shelves each.
Mahogany
Fine Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Secretary
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A black lacquer chinoiserie secretary in two parts. The upper cabinet with two doors that open to reveal 2 shelves, 4 pigeon holes flanked by small drawer with butterfly form hardware.
Wood
$15,000
H 92 in W 57 in D 15 in
19th Century, English Black Chinoiserie Decorated Bi-Fold Door Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
The upper doors open in sections, allowing the cabinet to be displayed with one decorated panel visible on each side even when the interior is open.
Brass
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bowfront Painted Corner Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
The upper cabinet retains its original lock and key, which still function.
Metal
Early 19th Century Unusual Swedish Folk Art Sideboard
Located in Kramfors, SE
The sideboard would likely have had an upper cabinet from the start. Height to the table top is 90 cm.
Pine
$39,803
H 69.69 in W 43.71 in D 20.87 in
Dutch Marquetry Art Cabinet with Theater And Trompe l'Oeil 17th century style
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Based on construction and wear, this base is most likely of 17th-century origin, suggesting that the piece incorporates earlier elements, while the upper cabinet was refined or rewor...
Bronze
$15,453Sale Price|20% Off
H 68.9 in W 61.42 in D 25.99 in
Antique 17th Century Dutch of Flemisch Honey Color Oak Rennaisance Cupboard
Located in Casteren, NL
It consists of two pieces, a lower and an upper cabinet. The lower cabinet can be used without the upper cabinet and is finished accordingly.
Oak
$8,625
H 103.5 in W 56 in D 22 in
Vintage Elmwood Compound Wedding Wardrobe in Two Parts with Metal Hinges
Located in Yonkers, NY
Ideal for a bedroom or living room, this compound wardrobe not only serves as a practical storage solution but also as a striking focal point. The upper cabinet, measuring 32.5" in h...
Metal
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
H 76 in W 51.25 in D 15.75 in
Antique Victorian Empire Walnut & Burl Step Back Bookcase C1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
Adjustable shelves are visible within the upper cabinet. Below, a pair of drawers with turned wooden pulls offers convenient storage, situated above two solid cabinet doors.
Walnut
$4,013
H 60.63 in W 48.04 in D 17.33 in
Swedish Gustavian style cupboard, 19th century, painted, brass fittings
Located in Kvidinge, SE
Smart Storage: The spacious upper cabinet is ideal for dinnerware and supplemented by two smooth-sliding drawers at the base.
Brass
19th Century Swedish Black Painted Pine Secretary Bureau
Located in Round Top, TX
The upper cabinet opens to reveal two shelves and two drawers, and the interior is painted in a contrasting light bluish gray.
Pine, Paint
Mid Century Modern Walnut Wall Unit by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The unit combines an upper cabinet with doors and circular recessed pulls, two open shelves, and a three-drawer chest below, all with matching hardware.
Aluminum
$6,900
H 90 in W 45.5 in D 17 in
Early 19th Century French Country Louis XV Style Painted Buffet Duex Corps
Located in Birmingham, AL
The upper cabinet is crowned with a beautifully shaped chapeau de gendarme cornice, its gently arched silhouette lending movement and softness to the piece.
Walnut, Paint
Early 19th Century French Walnut Buffet with Upper Glass Cabinet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Early 19th Century French Walnut Buffet with Upper Glass Cabinet Gorgeous piece purchased in France.
Glass, Wood, Walnut
$8,774
H 94.49 in W 46.86 in D 21.26 in
A Late 18th Early 19th Century French Glazed & Carved Painted Vitrine
Located in London, GB
An elegant antique French vitrine crafted from solid oak, featuring beautifully carved shell motifs and softly curved serpentine lines that capture the refinement of 18th-century Fre...
Oak
$4,914
H 86.6 in W 37.4 in D 17.3 in
Antique French Carved Oak Cabinet with Figural Panel and Glazed Upper Section
Located in BŘECLAV, CZ
A striking antique cabinet crafted from solid oak, dating to the late 19th century and reflecting the rich decorative tradition of French historicist furniture.
Glass, Wood
$13,050
H 86.25 in W 53.5 in D 23.25 in
Early 19th Century Original Hand Painted Swedish Secretary Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
The upper lock and key function, while the lower cabinet opens with the key used as a pull only and the doors rest in place.
Pine, Paint
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
The base unit protrudes just slightly forward beyond the towering display above, enclosing a small cabinet with a shelf, 19 ¾” deep. One key included for the working upper lock, usin...
Bone, Glass, Mahogany
19th Century Swedish Bureau Secretary Cabinet with Clock
Located in Round Top, TX
19th century Swedish pine bureau or "secretary cabinet" incorporating an upper clock feature. The piece retains an older yellow-toned painted finish with a visible burgundy red under...
Metal
$4,675
H 89 in W 41 in D 20 in
Antique French Bookcase Cabinet Carved Oak Black Forest Renaissance Glass
Located in Shreveport, LA
The door is framed with matching trim to the upper cabinet; carved Black Forest fruit/foliate the length of the door.
Glass, Oak
1852 Ornate Italian Vitrine
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It features a dove in flight on top of a cameo of foliage and garlands that rest upon the upper cabinet. This upper section is adorned with a large rams head in the center of the upp...
Glass, Wood
$4,650
H 79.75 in W 44 in D 19.5 in
19th Century Danish Gray Painted Pine Cabinet Cupboard with Glass Upper Doors
Located in Round Top, TX
19th century Danish cabinet cupboard crafted in pine. The cabinet features a newer professionally applied light gray painted finish with antique white undertones.
Glass, Pine, Paint
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser
By Young Manufacturing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Expertly crafted from rich walnut, it features a sculpted upper cabinet that conceals six interior drawers and three spacious lower drawers accented by sleek steel handles.
Steel
18th Century Louis XIV Period Lyonnaise Chateau Bonnetiere
Located in Birmingham, AL
Typical of Louis XIV ornamentation, the upper cabinet features a stepped out cornice above a single door with a central arched panel.
Walnut
Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut Wall Units by Stanley
By Stanley Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Each combines an upper cabinet with doors and circular recessed pulls, two open shelves, and a three-drawer chest below, all with matching hardware.
Aluminum
Art Nouveau Buffet From The First Half Of The 20th Century
Located in PARIS, FR
Description: Period: First half of the 20th century Materials: Walnut, marble, hand carvings Dimensions: 210 cm high, 154 cm wide, 53 cm deep Condition: In good condition Characteri...
Wood
French Louis XVI Style Marquetry Writing Desk/ Bonheur du Jour
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Its elaborate brass ormolu mounts, trims, and escutcheons further enhance its grandeur. The upper cabinet is beautifully adorned with oval marquetry medallions, depicting musical ins...
Ormolu
$5,100
H 80.5 in W 44 in D 24 in
Original Brown Painted Swedish Pine Corner Cabinet Cupboard dated 1839
Located in Round Top, TX
This pine corner cupboard is made in two parts creating an attractive open niche between the upper and lower cabinets. Lower cabinet still functions with lock and key; upper cabinet ...
Pine, Paint
$15,797
H 53.15 in W 39.38 in D 13.78 in
Bar Cabinet in Walnut and Glass, attr. Osvaldo Borsani, 1940s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
This bar cabinet is conceived as a dialogue between two volumes: a broad upper cabinet with softened corners, resting upon a rectilinear console base.
Glass, Mirror, Walnut
$11,250
H 103.9 in W 64.5 in D 21.25 in
18th Century French Blond Oak Buffet Deux Corps with Molded Panels
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stately piece exemplifies the grandeur and craftsmanship of provincial French furniture from the period. The upper cabinet features double paneled doors with finely carved conto...
Oak
$11,100
H 97 in W 88.75 in D 26.5 in
French Bleached Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet with Adjustable Shelves, circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
This cabinet is built in 2 sections, making it easier to install the heavy oak lower cabinet with three doors and the upper display cabinet with glass doors.
Glass, Oak
$10,950
H 77.5 in W 32.25 in D 21.5 in
18th Century European Painted Bureau Bookcase with Glazed Doors, circa 1790
Located in Atlanta, GA
This two-part piece features a glazed upper cabinet with diamond-pane doors, opening to adjustable shelving ideal for display or storage.
Wood, Pine
Antique Georgian Style Chinoiserie Breakfront Bookcase
By Drexel
Located in London, GB
It is of amazing quality and is beautifully decorated with lacquered Chinese style chinoiserie throughout. The upper cabinet contains adjustable glass shelves, this would be equally ...
Glass, Wood
$2,395
H 53.5 in W 20 in D 40.5 in
Vintage Mid Century Modern 5 Drawer Highboy Dresser with Sculpted Drawer Fronts
Located in Seattle, WA
A striking mid-century modern highboy dresser featuring sculpted drawer fronts. The upper cabinet showcases two doors that open to reveal two spacious interior drawers, each crafted ...
Other
Walnut Sideboard with Top Shelf by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Atlanta, GA
The sliding doors open to a divided interior with adjustable shelf on the left and a stack of four drawers on the right. The upper cabinet also features a free edge front and sliding...
Walnut, Oak
Late Baroque Swedish Corner Cupboard with Scalloped Crest
Located in Mckinney, TX
Traces of Swedish pink pigment visible beneath later paint. Upper cabinet with paneled doors and interior shelving.
Pine, Paint
$4,200
H 78.5 in W 27 in D 18.5 in
Late 18th Century Painted Narrow Swedish Corner Cupboard with Niche
Located in Mckinney, TX
Dry-scraped painted surface with layers of historic color. Upper cabinet with paneled door and interior shelving.
Pine, Paint
Vintage Mint-Green Wooden Glass Front Shelf Distressed Painted Display
Located in High Point, NC
Resting on tall legs with an open lower slatted shelf, this piece combines light, airy proportions with functional storage. The upper cabinet includes two glazed doors that open to i...
Brass
English 18th Century Oak Cupboard
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This unique storage unit was handcrafted in England during the 1780’s from solid oak, which has now taken on a deep, mahogany tone adding to the historic character. The upper cabinet...
Oak, Hardwood, Wood, Mirror, Glass
$3,250
H 61.5 in W 43.25 in D 26.5 in
Antique 19th Century German Jugendstil/ Art Nouveau Writing Desk in Pine
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A lovely and well-crafted Jugendstil desk in pine with upper cabinet resting over a writing table offering open shelving & closed storage.
Pine
Early 19th Century Stunning Swedish Gustavian Secretary
Located in San Angelo, TX
This secretary features a newer, professionally applied white and gray exterior painted finish by master Swedish artisans to bring new life to this lovely secretary desk. Upper cabin...
Brass
$1,450
H 55 in W 42 in D 19 in
Thomasville Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Cane Gentleman’s Chest / Highboy Dresser
By Thomasville
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Thomasville Mid-Century Modern Walnut & Cane Gentleman’s Chest / Highboy Dresser A beautifully crafted Mid-Century Modern gentleman’s chest by Thomasville, showcasing warm walnut ton...
Cane, Wood
Ello Brass & Bronzed Mirror Tall Boy (x 2)
By O.B. Solie, Ello Furniture
Located in Hanover, MA
Double doors above three drawers. Upper cabinet has had a wood vertical divider installed.
Brass
$4,800
H 78 in W 63 in D 20.5 in
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Style Bleached Carved Oak Buffet Deux Corps
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This early twentieth century French Louis XVI style buffet deux corps features hand carved details of musical instruments, gadrooning garlands, and a floral motif. The upper cabinet ...
Bronze
$5,879Sale Price|34% Off
H 87.41 in W 42.52 in D 42.52 in
French Henri II Style Oak Corner Buffet with Carved Panels
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The two-part construction features an upper cabinet with paneled doors, finely carved in relief with floral motifs and a bird, framed by turned columns and a molded cornice.
Oak, Spruce
Large 19th Century Swedish Gray Gustavian Pine Corner Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Upper cabinet doors open to reveal one large shelf and one upper half shelf with notches originally intended for display of family silver spoons.
Pine, Paint
$9,950
H 79 in W 41.5 in D 21.5 in
Early 19th Century Swedish Painted Secretary Cupboard in Grey with Patina
Located in Atlanta, GA
Crafted from oak and pine, the two-part construction includes a glazed upper cabinet with three fixed interior shelves and two small drawers, all painted in a pale, luminous white.
Pine
$5,030 / item
H 72.5 in W 38.5 in D 27.75 in
1960s Modular Cabinet by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik in rosewood
By Soborg Mobler
Located in Victoria, BC
The upper cabinet contains six adjustable and removable shelves executed in solid beech, creating a refined two-tone interior that contrasts beautifully with the richness of the rose...
Beech, Rosewood
$12,872
H 48.43 in W 62.21 in D 16.93 in
Italian Mid-Century Sideboard or cabinet bar designed by Pierluigi Colli, 1940s
By Colli Torino
Located in Traversetolo, IT
These decorative elements are complemented by the carved maple "grissinatura" detailing found along the edges of both the upper cabinet and the lower shelf, demonstrating the extraor...
Brass
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.
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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.
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