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1960 Retro Pilastro Tomado Two Section Wall Unit with Desk, Light & Two Shelves
1960 Retro Pilastro Tomado Two Section Wall Unit with Desk, Light & Two Shelves

1960 Retro Pilastro Tomado Two Section Wall Unit with Desk, Light & Two Shelves

By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga

Located in Markington, GB

A classic 1960s Pilastro Tomado modular wall unit designed by Tjerk Reijenga for Tomado in Holland

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal

1960s Pilastro Tomado Three-Section Wall Unit with Desk – by Tjerk Reijenga
1960s Pilastro Tomado Three-Section Wall Unit with Desk – by Tjerk Reijenga

1960s Pilastro Tomado Three-Section Wall Unit with Desk – by Tjerk Reijenga

By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga

Located in Markington, GB

A classic 1960s modular wall unit designed by Tjerk Reijenga for Tomado, produced under the well

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal

Danish Teak Wall Unit Modular Room Divider by Kurt Ostervig
Danish Teak Wall Unit Modular Room Divider by Kurt Ostervig

Danish Teak Wall Unit Modular Room Divider by Kurt Ostervig

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Kensington, MD

space. - Open design and great proportions make this wall unit unimposing despite its significant size

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Teak

Michel Ducaroy Modular Wall Unit in Black Lacquered Wood and Steel
Michel Ducaroy Modular Wall Unit in Black Lacquered Wood and Steel

Michel Ducaroy Modular Wall Unit in Black Lacquered Wood and Steel

By Michel Ducaroy

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Michael Ducaroy, free-standing wall unit, chrome-plated steel, lacquered wood, France, 1970s Sleek

Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Steel

Teak Wall Unit by Nathan Furniture, 2 Corner & 1 Main Unit
Teak Wall Unit by Nathan Furniture, 2 Corner & 1 Main Unit

Teak Wall Unit by Nathan Furniture, 2 Corner & 1 Main Unit

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Teak Wall Unit by Nathan Furniture, 2 Corner & 1 Main Unit The set has adjustable shelves and

Category

1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Teak

Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Cabinet Wall Unit by FM in Excellent Condition
Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Cabinet Wall Unit by FM in Excellent Condition

Restored Kai Kristiansen Rosewood Cabinet Wall Unit by FM in Excellent Condition

By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik

Located in Knebel, DK

1960s Kai Kristiansen cabinet wall unit in teak by Feldballe Mobelfabrik Teak cabinet for Kai

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall Units by William Watting for Scanflex, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall Units by William Watting for Scanflex, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall Units by William Watting for Scanflex, 1960s

By William Watting, ScanFlex

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Pair of Mid-Century Modern modular two-tone wall units or shelving units. Design by William Watting

Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Beech, Teak

Laminate and Lucite Modular Wall Unit/Etagere/Dry Bar, Milo Baughman Style
Laminate and Lucite Modular Wall Unit/Etagere/Dry Bar, Milo Baughman Style

Laminate and Lucite Modular Wall Unit/Etagere/Dry Bar, Milo Baughman Style

By Milo Baughman

Located in Dallas, TX

This is a great looking wall unit in the style of Milo Baughman. The sides are thick Lucite and the

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Laminate, Lucite

Georg Satink WK Mobel German Teak Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet Danish Modern
Georg Satink WK Mobel German Teak Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet Danish Modern

Georg Satink WK Mobel German Teak Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet Danish Modern

By WK Möbel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Georg Satink WK Mobel German Teak Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet Mid Century Danish Modern

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Teak

Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Shelving & Cabinet Storage Wall Units
Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Shelving & Cabinet Storage Wall Units

Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Shelving & Cabinet Storage Wall Units

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Mid Century Modern Bookcase Wall Unit SECTIONS 1 and 2

Category

Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Steel

Galerie L'Orme Modular Room Divider or Wall Unit in Solid Elm
Galerie L'Orme Modular Room Divider or Wall Unit in Solid Elm

Galerie L'Orme Modular Room Divider or Wall Unit in Solid Elm

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Galerie l'Orme, modular wall unit or room divider, solid elm, leather, France, 1970s Grand modular

Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Elm

Louis Van Teeffelen Wall Unit in Teak and Brass by WeBe, Netherlands, circa 1950
Louis Van Teeffelen Wall Unit in Teak and Brass by WeBe, Netherlands, circa 1950

Louis Van Teeffelen Wall Unit in Teak and Brass by WeBe, Netherlands, circa 1950

By Louis Van Teeffelen, WéBé

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Elegant wall-unit by Louis Van Teeffelen for WéBé (Walraven & Bevers), Netherlands – circa 1950

Category

1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Brass

Kai Kristiansen FM Rosewood Wall Unit #2
Kai Kristiansen FM Rosewood Wall Unit #2

Kai Kristiansen FM Rosewood Wall Unit #2

By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen

Located in Oakland, CA

Brazilian rosewood wall system designed by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik Denmark. FM

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Rosewood, Wood

Henredon French Country Provincial Walnut Fruitwood 3 Pc Wall Unit Bookcase
Henredon French Country Provincial Walnut Fruitwood 3 Pc Wall Unit Bookcase

Henredon French Country Provincial Walnut Fruitwood 3 Pc Wall Unit Bookcase

By Henredon

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Vintage Henredon French Country Provincial/Neoclassical Walnut Fruitwood 3 Pc Cabinet Wall Unit Bookcase

Category

Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Walnut

Osvaldo Borsani Modular Rosewood Bookcase Wall Unit with Removable Panels
Osvaldo Borsani Modular Rosewood Bookcase Wall Unit with Removable Panels

Osvaldo Borsani Modular Rosewood Bookcase Wall Unit with Removable Panels

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Large modular rosewood bookcase/wall unit by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno (ca. 1960, Italy). Composed

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson
Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson

Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century modern Omni wall unit shelving system designed by George Nelson is circa

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Unit in Maple and Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Unit in Maple and Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Unit in Maple and Walnut

Located in Waalwijk, NL

definitely adds to the charm of this Italian wall unit. For example, the slender base, the brass detailing

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps
Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps

Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps

By Gumps, Johan Tapp

Located in Lafayette, IN

Spectacular burled cabinet/wall unit designed by Johan Tapp for Gumps. Cabinet features beautiful

Category

1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Brass

Wonderful 3 Bay Freestanding Walnut Wall Unit Stanley Mid-Century Modern
Wonderful 3 Bay Freestanding Walnut Wall Unit Stanley Mid-Century Modern

Wonderful 3 Bay Freestanding Walnut Wall Unit Stanley Mid-Century Modern

By Stanley

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful 3-bay freestanding walnut wall unit by Stanley. This set is rare in its original form

Category

1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Scandinavian modern birch blonde tall 6 shelf bookcases wall unit
Pair of Scandinavian modern birch blonde tall 6 shelf bookcases wall unit

Pair of Scandinavian modern birch blonde tall 6 shelf bookcases wall unit

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Mid century Scandinavian Modern blonde birch wood shelf wall unit or open bookcases. Very

Category

1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Birch

Italian Mid Century Wall unit Bookcase with Cabinet Bar, 1960s
Italian Mid Century Wall unit Bookcase with Cabinet Bar, 1960s

Italian Mid Century Wall unit Bookcase with Cabinet Bar, 1960s

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Stylish wall unit bookcase in a pleasant walnut wood with warm tones, great executive quality and

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Brass, Iron

Large wall unit by Hans Wegner for Ry møbler, Denmark 1970s
Large wall unit by Hans Wegner for Ry møbler, Denmark 1970s

Large wall unit by Hans Wegner for Ry møbler, Denmark 1970s

By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler

Located in ECHT, NL

Large modular wall unit. Designed by legendary designer Hans Wegner and made by Ry møbler. The unit

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Oak

Wall Unit, Book Shelve designed by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, Belgium 1960s
Wall Unit, Book Shelve designed by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, Belgium 1960s

Wall Unit, Book Shelve designed by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, Belgium 1960s

By Belform, Alfred Hendrickx

Located in Antwerp, BE

Beautiful wall unit, shelves designed by Alfred Hendrickx, Belgium Architect in a perfect condition

Category

1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Wall Unit "Montaigne" by F. Robichez for Dritsh, Paris 1989.
Wall Unit "Montaigne" by F. Robichez for Dritsh, Paris 1989.

Wall Unit "Montaigne" by F. Robichez for Dritsh, Paris 1989.

Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE

Wall Unit Model "Montaigne" Modular box bookcase in metal patined and red. Designed by F. Robichez

Category

1980s Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal, Steel

Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood, Brass & Painted Metal Wall Unit Bookshelf
Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood, Brass & Painted Metal Wall Unit Bookshelf

Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood, Brass & Painted Metal Wall Unit Bookshelf

Located in Varese, Lombardia

condition: the wall unit has been restored but shows slight signs of wear due to age and use as displayed in

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal, Brass

Poul Cadovius "CADO" 3-bay Rosewood Modular Shelf System Wall Unit Denmark 1960
Poul Cadovius "CADO" 3-bay Rosewood Modular Shelf System Wall Unit Denmark 1960

Poul Cadovius "CADO" 3-bay Rosewood Modular Shelf System Wall Unit Denmark 1960

By Cado, Poul Cadovius

Located in Buffalo, NY

Stunning "CADO" 3-bay Rosewood Modular Shelf System Wall Unit designed by Poul Cadovius ,made in

Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Rosewood

Aluminum and Glass Orba Wall Unit by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection
Aluminum and Glass Orba Wall Unit by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection

Aluminum and Glass Orba Wall Unit by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection

By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection

Located in Dallas, TX

The Pace Collection Orba Wall Unit System, designed by Janet Schwietzer in the 1970s, is a stunning

Category

Mid-20th Century American Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Aluminum

STANLEY WALNUT & Iron Hutch / DIVIDER / WALL UNIT. Spade HAND  Pulls
STANLEY WALNUT & Iron Hutch / DIVIDER / WALL UNIT. Spade HAND  Pulls

STANLEY WALNUT & Iron Hutch / DIVIDER / WALL UNIT. Spade HAND Pulls

By Distinctive Furniture By Stanley

Located in Buffalo, NY

Epic and rare two-tier Hutch credenza/ wall unit / bar cabinet from the Heritage Collection for

Category

1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mogens Koch Bookcase Wall Unit
Mogens Koch Bookcase Wall Unit

Mogens Koch Bookcase Wall Unit

By Rud Rasmussen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Modular bookcase unit executed in teak, designed by Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen. This impressive

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Teak

Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut Wall Units by Stanley
Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut Wall Units by Stanley

Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut Wall Units by Stanley

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A fantastic pair of modular wall units by Stanley featuring walnut veneer cabinets and drawer

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Aluminum

Børge Mogensen for Federicia Stolefabrik Wall Unit in Oak
Børge Mogensen for Federicia Stolefabrik Wall Unit in Oak

Børge Mogensen for Federicia Stolefabrik Wall Unit in Oak

By Fredericia Stolefabrik

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, wall unit, model 'BM 291', oak, Denmark, design 1956

Category

1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Oak

California Design Group Freestanding Modular Wall Unit by Lou Hodges
California Design Group Freestanding Modular Wall Unit by Lou Hodges

California Design Group Freestanding Modular Wall Unit by Lou Hodges

By Lou Hodges

Located in Oceanside, US

A sculptural freestanding wall unit by California designer Lou Hodges, crafted entirely in solid

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Oak

Exceptional Vintage Mid Century French Teak Wall Unit Cabinet
Exceptional Vintage Mid Century French Teak Wall Unit Cabinet

Exceptional Vintage Mid Century French Teak Wall Unit Cabinet

Located in Detroit, MI

This exceptional vintage mid century modern teak wall unit cabinet was made in France circa 1970

Category

1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Vintage bamboo wall unit, 1970s
Vintage bamboo wall unit, 1970s

Vintage bamboo wall unit, 1970s

$1,200Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage bamboo wall unit, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage bamboo book case with a beautiful design. Curved bamboo stands with plenty of shelves providing a lot of storage/display space. 1970s - Thailand Height: 180cm Width: 210cm...

Category

1970s Thai Bohemian Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage Chinese Mother of Pearl Hardwood China Cabinet Curio Display Wall Unit
Vintage Chinese Mother of Pearl Hardwood China Cabinet Curio Display Wall Unit

Vintage Chinese Mother of Pearl Hardwood China Cabinet Curio Display Wall Unit

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Chinese Mother of Pearl Hardwood China Cabinet Curio Display Wall Unit. Item features a

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Glass, Hardwood

Mastercraft 16 Piece Wall Unit
Mastercraft 16 Piece Wall Unit

Mastercraft 16 Piece Wall Unit

By Mastercraft, William Doezema

Located in Hanover, MA

Very rare cabinet storage unit for living or bedroom by William Doezema for Mastercraft Originals

Category

1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Brass

George Nelson For Mobilier International Paris Mid Century Wall Unit
George Nelson For Mobilier International Paris Mid Century Wall Unit

George Nelson For Mobilier International Paris Mid Century Wall Unit

By Mobilier International

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Probably by George Nelson 1960's. An exceptional large scale wall unit with three compartments

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Sculptural Wall Unit in Travertine and Glass, Brutalist Style, 1970s
Sculptural Wall Unit in Travertine and Glass, Brutalist Style, 1970s

Sculptural Wall Unit in Travertine and Glass, Brutalist Style, 1970s

Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio

A striking architectural wall unit defined by contrast and balance. Solid travertine elements form

Category

20th Century Italian Brutalist Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Travertine, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Multi-Colored 5600 Modular Wall Unit by Cordemeyer for Gispen
Mid-Century Modern Multi-Colored 5600 Modular Wall Unit by Cordemeyer for Gispen

Mid-Century Modern Multi-Colored 5600 Modular Wall Unit by Cordemeyer for Gispen

By Gispen Culemborg, André R. Cordemeyer

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern 5600 modular wall unit. Design by Andre R. Cordemeyer for

Category

1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal

Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs Large 'Välipala' Wall Unit
Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs Large 'Välipala' Wall Unit

Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs Large 'Välipala' Wall Unit

By Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs, Mikko Nupponen

Located in Waalwijk, NL

, Finland, 1950s Designed by the Finnish designer Carl Gustaf Hiort, this wall unit is an architectural

Category

1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Wood, Teak

Danish Modern Modular 4 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, c. 1960
Danish Modern Modular 4 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, c. 1960

Danish Modern Modular 4 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, c. 1960

By Lyby Mobler

Located in Deland, FL

A rare find and truly an exceptional design is this wall unit by Lyby Mobler. The unit is assembled

Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Modular 2 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, C. 1960s
Danish Modern Modular 2 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, C. 1960s

Danish Modern Modular 2 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, C. 1960s

By Lyby Mobler

Located in Deland, FL

A rare find and truly an exceptional design is this wall unit by Lyby Mobler. The unit is assembled

Category

1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Teak

1960 Pilastro Tomado Retro Industrial Wall Unit a Large Cupboard and 3 Shelves
1960 Pilastro Tomado Retro Industrial Wall Unit a Large Cupboard and 3 Shelves

1960 Pilastro Tomado Retro Industrial Wall Unit a Large Cupboard and 3 Shelves

By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga

Located in Markington, GB

A stylish 1960s Pilastro Tomado retro industrial wall unit designed by Tjerk Reijenga for Tomado in

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal

Original Pilastro Two Section Wall Unit w/ Desk with Drawer, Green Light
Original Pilastro Two Section Wall Unit w/ Desk with Drawer, Green Light

Original Pilastro Two Section Wall Unit w/ Desk with Drawer, Green Light

By Tjerk Reijenga, Pilastro

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dutch Mid-Century, Pilastro enameled metal wall unit in very original condition with desk, cabinet

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal

Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Unit with Desk and Cabinet
Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Unit with Desk and Cabinet

Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Unit with Desk and Cabinet

By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Charming Dutch Mid-Century, Pilastro enameled metal wall unit with desk and upper cabinet. This

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Metal

Rare Wall Unit in Brazilian Hardwood, by Joaquim Tenreiro, Mid-Century Modern
Rare Wall Unit in Brazilian Hardwood, by Joaquim Tenreiro, Mid-Century Modern

Rare Wall Unit in Brazilian Hardwood, by Joaquim Tenreiro, Mid-Century Modern

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This stunning wall unit is a fine example of Joaquim Tenreiro's work, which is an emblematic master

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wall Unit

Materials

Hardwood, Imbuia

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Vintage Wall Unit For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic vintage wall unit available at 1stDibs. A vintage wall unit — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the vintage wall unit you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each vintage wall unit bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vintage wall unit over the years, but those crafted by Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB and Kai Kristiansen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Vintage Wall Unit?

A vintage wall unit can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,998, while the lowest priced sells for $207 and the highest can go for as much as $22,900.

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.

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