Antique Chest
18th Century and Earlier French Antique Chest
Marble
1890s Chinese Antique Chest
Hardwood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Chest
Brass
15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Antique Chest
Wood, Walnut
Early 1700s English Antique Chest
Oak
15th Century and Earlier Antique Chest
Iron
18th Century Gothic Antique Chest
Oak
15th Century and Earlier Antique Chest
Wrought Iron
Late 18th Century British Chippendale Antique Chest
Brass
18th Century American Chippendale Antique Chest
Pine
1760s American Antique Chest
Wood, Pine
Early 20th Century British Antique Chest
Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Chest
Iron
1780s English Antique Chest
Brass
Early 18th Century George I Antique Chest
Early 20th Century Antique Chest
Mahogany
18th Century Antique Chest
Mahogany
19th Century Georgian Antique Chest
Mahogany
18th Century English George III Antique Chest
Mahogany
1770s English George II Antique Chest
Brass, Steel
Early 20th Century Antique Chest
Hardwood
17th Century French Renaissance Antique Chest
Ash
Early 19th Century British Antique Chest
Mahogany
17th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Chest
Chestnut
Late 19th Century French Campaign Antique Chest
Oak
1780s British Antique Chest
Oak
1880s Antique Chest
Brass, Steel
19th Century Latvian Antique Chest
Pine
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Chest
Oak
1760s English Georgian Antique Chest
Mahogany
19th Century English George III Antique Chest
Elm
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Chest
Oak
1860s English Antique Chest
Steel
18th Century Antique Chest
Brass
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chest
Hardwood
1820s American Antique Chest
Wood
Early 20th Century Primitive Antique Chest
Wood, Paint
18th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Chest
Walnut
19th Century Antique Chest
Brass
Late 19th Century British Antique Chest
Pine
19th Century Latvian Country Antique Chest
Wood
1870s Scandinavian Folk Art Antique Chest
Birch, Pine
19th Century Latvian Baltic Antique Chest
Wood
1860s Romanian Antique Chest
Steel
1830s English Campaign Antique Chest
Teak
19th Century Latvian Baltic Antique Chest
Wood
Mid-19th Century British Colonial Antique Chest
Pine
19th Century Swiss Antique Chest
Walnut
18th Century and Earlier Latvian Country Antique Chest
Pine
Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Chest
Mahogany
1770s English Chippendale Antique Chest
Brass
16th Century Italian Gothic Antique Chest
Iron
1770s English Antique Chest
Brass
18th Century and Earlier English Antique Chest
1740s English George II Antique Chest
Oak
19th Century Antique Chest
Mahogany
18th Century English Antique Chest
Walnut
16th Century German Gothic Antique Chest
Oak
Early 18th Century English George II Antique Chest
Walnut
1820s British Jacobean Antique Chest
Oak
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.
In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.
On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests.
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