Vitrine Or Specimen Cabinet
Antique 1890s French Country Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Glass, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century French Vitrines
Antique 19th Century French Vitrines
Ormolu
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Vitrines
Oak
Early 20th Century American Georgian Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Vitrines
Crystal
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Vitrines
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Vitrines
Oak
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1940s Italian Other Vitrines
Wood
Antique 19th Century Dutch Louis XIV Vitrines
Oak
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Vitrines
Mahogany, Pine
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vitrines
Rosewood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Vitrines
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Vitrines
Mahogany
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Vitrines
Mahogany
Antique 1890s English Edwardian Vitrines
Blown Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines
Bronze
Antique 18th Century Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Antique 1890s French Louis XV Vitrines
Velvet, Glass, Walnut
2010s Balinese Organic Modern Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Antique 18th Century Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Marble
Vintage 1950s German Industrial Vitrines
Aluminum
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Vitrines
Mahogany
20th Century Chinoiserie Vitrines
Wood
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Vitrines
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Glass, Teak
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Vitrines
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Mahogany
20th Century English Victorian Vitrines
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vitrines
Vintage 1950s Vitrines
Art Glass, Mirror, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century French Empire Vitrines
Bronze
Vintage 1940s Italian Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Vitrines
Antique 1890s English Vitrines
Pine
Antique Late 18th Century French Vitrines
Oak
Antique 1820s Irish Regency Vitrines
Brass
Early 20th Century European Vitrines
Oak
Antique 19th Century Vitrines
Pine
Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XVI Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Vitrines
Marble, Ormolu
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Vitrines
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Bronze
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Vitrines
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Vitrines
Marble
Early 20th Century European Vitrines
Oak
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Vitrines
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Vitrines
Pine
Antique Mid-17th Century German Biedermeier Vitrines
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Vitrines
Brass, Bronze
1990s American Chippendale Vitrines
Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Vitrines
Cherry, Pine
Antique 1870s Italian Louis XV Vitrines
Gesso, Walnut
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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 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 specimen cabinet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A specimen cabinet refers to a particular style of cabinetry designed to hold scientific specimens. A specimen cabinet will have large and shallow drawers to better display and access the specimens. Shop a selection of cabinets, including specimen cabinets, on 1stDibs.
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