Used Wooden File Cabinets
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
Antique 19th Century American Georgian Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
20th Century Bookcases
Oak
20th Century Cabinets
Mahogany
20th Century Cabinets
Mahogany
20th Century Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Apothecary Cabinets
Fabric, Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Secretaires
Oak
Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1920s Belgian Industrial Cabinets
Metal
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Cabinets
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Desks
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Bookcases
Brass, Bronze, Iron
Vintage 1920s French Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Vintage 1940s Italian Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Teak
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Wood
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak, Teak
Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Wood
Vintage 1940s Italian Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century European Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century British Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
20th Century German Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Teak
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Chrome
Vintage 1930s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Poplar
Antique Late 19th Century Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Brass
20th Century French French Provincial Desks and Writing Tables
Oak
Mid-20th Century English Campaign Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Late 20th Century Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Credenzas
Laminate
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
Vintage 1950s Belgian Industrial Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Belgian Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
20th Century French Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Mid-20th Century Belgian Industrial Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century German Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Early 20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
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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.
- What is a file cabinet used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A file cabinet is a necessary piece of office furniture for keeping documents and files organized and easily accessible. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary file cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023A flat file cabinet is used for storing and organizing paperwork. Most are generously proportioned and designed specifically for blueprints, artwork, maps and other large items. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of flat file cabinets.
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