Vintage and Antique Crates
Mid-20th Century Japanese Furniture
Aluminum
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Dressers
Metal
Early 20th Century North American Chinoiserie Buffets
Brass
20th Century English Country Cabinets
Yew
Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Furniture
Wood
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Satinwood
Antique 1860s European Art Nouveau Bookcases
Oak
Antique 19th Century European High Victorian Sideboards
Leather, Oak
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Hardwood
20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Desks
Leather, Hardwood
Antique 1810s English Regency Sideboards
Brass
20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Furniture
Wood
20th Century English Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Steel
Antique 1830s English William IV Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Credenzas
Brass
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Desks and Writing Tables
Leather, Oak
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
20th Century English Regency Desks and Writing Tables
Leather, Walnut
20th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Hardwood
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Night Stands
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Campaign Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Regency Revival Desks
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Cabinets
Metal, Brass
20th Century European Victorian Trunks and Luggage
Brass
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Bookcases
Hardwood
Vintage 1940s English Art Deco Night Stands
Yew
20th Century English Campaign Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1950s English Victorian Bedroom Sets
Mirror, Hardwood
Vintage 1920s Chinese Chinese Export Bedroom Sets
Wood
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Brass
20th Century Industrial Shelves
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vanities
Synthetic, Mirror, Resin, Acrylic, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Luggage Racks
Wood
20th Century French Shelves
Metal, Steel
Antique 19th Century Chinese Victorian Furniture
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century American Primitive Desks
Wood
20th Century English Campaign Trunks and Luggage
Brass, Copper
Antique 1860s English Campaign Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Bookcases
Oak
Antique 1830s English William IV Bookcases
Brass
Antique Early 1800s Swedish George III Blanket Chests
Pine
Vintage 1930s Scottish Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Oak
20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Maple
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Dressers
Brass
20th Century English Egyptian Revival Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1940s Scottish Blanket Chests
Oak
Early 20th Century Scottish Sideboards
Oak
20th Century English Campaign Bookcases
Yew
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Hardwood
Vintage 1930s English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
20th Century American American Classical Bookcases
Hardwood
20th Century American American Classical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Leather, Hardwood
Late 20th Century American Campaign Dry Bars
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
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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.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Antique is usually defined as being over 100 years old. Vintage is a bit more subjective, with some saying anything over 20 years old is vintage, while others state something must be over 50 years old to be considered vintage.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019
The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.
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