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Vintage Italian Wall Storage Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique storage unit with three center shelves flanked by a storage cabinet on each side and four smaller cabinets at the bottom. Brass hardware and brass inlaid complement the mahoga...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
H 64 in. W 83 in. D 21.5 in.
Stereo / Record Walnut Storage Wall Unit
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A walnut wall unit with upper two door storage cabinet, middle shelve for your stereo receiver and other equipment and lower area for the turntable and a record cabinet having five s...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
H 71.75 in. W 32.5 in. D 14 in.
Dux Teak Danish Modern Storage / Shelf / Wall Unit
By Dux of Sweden, Folke Ohlsson
Located in Fulton, CA
Exceptional Scandinavian Modern teak module wall unit by DUX Furniture, Sweden, circa 1950s-1960s. Beautiful glow to original finish. Consists of 5 units that can be easily moved and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
H 59 in. W 92.75 in. D 15.25 in.
All in Brass Modular Wall Unit System Storage Shelves
Located in Halluin, FR
All in brass metal modular wall unit system storage shelves composed of 3 shelves, a wall-mounted and brass structure. Elegant, modular and delicate!
Category
20th Century European Art Deco Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 50.4 in. W 35.44 in. D 13.39 in.
All in Brass Modular Wall Unit System Storage Shelves
Located in Halluin, FR
All in brass metal modular wall unit system storage shelves composed of 6 shelves, a wall-mounted and brass structure. Elegant, modular and delicate!
Category
20th Century European Art Deco Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 95.67 in. W 35.44 in. D 13.39 in.
Shelving Storage Expandable Wall Unit Modular Custom Bookcase System
By Tim Byrne
Located in Oakville, CT
Custom modular shelving storage bookcase system by Get Back Inc. In the vintage Industrial style. System as shown includes ten 8″ shelves, three beams, two top mounting bars, two bot...
Category
2010s American Industrial Shelves
Materials
Metal, Steel
H 90 in. W 101.5 in. D 8 in.
George Nelson Mid-Century Storage Wall Unit Bookcase for Omni
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
George Nelson designed 1950s wall unit for Omni, from one owner estate, originally was in their 1960s Mid-Century Modern masterpiece of a home. Three sections with cabinet with drawe...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Aluminum
H 96 in. W 97.25 in. D 18 in.
Pixel Wall Unit
By Lab58
Located in Milan, IT
Modern and functional, this floating wall unit is part of an exclusive collection of 58 pieces featuring distinctive and delicate graphic designs. The four, white-lacquered laminate ...
Category
2010s Italian Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 36.23 in. W 36.23 in. D 11.82 in.
Italian Wall Unit
Located in Brussels, BE
Italian wall unit.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 84.26 in. W 32.68 in. D 16.15 in.
Midcentury Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish midcentury free-standing wall unit with shelving. Please confirm item location with dealer (NJ or NY).
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 70 in. W 60 in. D 16 in.
Italian Vintage Wall Unit Storage System by Roberto Monsani for Acerbis, 1970s
By Acerbis, Roberto Monsani
Located in Clivio, Varese
Striking vintage wall storage system designed by Roberto Monsani and produced by Acerbis, Italy, circa in the 1970s.
The wall system is made of six wall panels, which are mounted ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood
H 87.41 in. W 165.36 in. D 16.74 in.
Italian Vintage Wall Unit Storage System by Roberto Monsani for Acerbis, 1970s
By Roberto Monsani
Located in Clivio, Varese
Striking vintage wall storage system designed by Roberto Monsani and produced by Acerbis, Italy, circa 1970s.
The wall system is made of three wall panels, which are mounted directl...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Plexiglass, Wood
H 87.41 in. W 82.68 in. D 16.74 in.
Modern Wall Unit
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This modern wall unit for Bertu Home is made to order and has the best of both worlds - open shelving and closed drawers. It's made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Ea...
Category
2010s North American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Reclaimed Wood
H 80 in. W 49 in. D 15 in.
Industrial Wall Unit
By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large 4 Section Pilastro Modular Industrial Wall Unit in Red, White and Black Enameled Metal. The Three Main Sections are Fitted with Adjustable Shelving and Storage Cabinets with Bl...
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 59.25 in. W 103.5 in. D 12 in.
Modular Wall Unit System in Brass and Black Lacquered Wooden Storage Shelves
Located in Halluin, FR
Modular wall unit system in brass and black lacquered wooden storage shelves composed of 3 black lacquered wooden shelves, a wall-mounted and patina brass structure. Practical, modul...
Category
20th Century European Baroque Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 51.19 in. W 31.11 in. D 13.39 in.
Modular Wall Unit System in Brass and Black Lacquered Wooden Storage Shelves
Located in Halluin, FR
Modular wall unit system in brass and black lacquered wooden storage shelves composed of 6 black lacquered wooden shelves, a wall-mounted and patina brass structure. Practical, modul...
Category
20th Century European Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 98.43 in. W 31.11 in. D 13.39 in.
Modular Wall Unit System in Patina Brass and Black Marble Storage Shelves
Located in Halluin, FR
Modular wall unit system in brass and black marble storage shelves composed of 3 black and white marble shelves, a wall-mounted and patina brass structure. Practical, modular and des...
Category
20th Century European Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 50.4 in. W 29.93 in. D 13 in.
Rattan Wicker Wood Wall Five Tiers Shelf Unit, Stand Storage, Book case, Étagère
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage midcentury display shelf. Teak shelves are woven onto a sturdy bent bamboo frame. This Bamboo bookshelf is a great piece of bamboo furniture makes a great boho chic vintage l...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
H 72.84 in. W 54.34 in. D 14.97 in.
Immense Industrial Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tall wall unit with iron and reclaimed wood, featuring ample shelf and drawer storage.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
Category
20th Century Industrial Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 73 in. W 81.5 in. D 14 in.
Midcentury Walnut Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful midcentury wall unit is perfect for storing all those old books, records, or anything you can imagine. With the impressive overall size and ample storage, this piece i...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
H 70 in. W 60 in. D 16 in.
Italian Wall Unit, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Italian wall unit, 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 73.63 in. W 28.35 in. D 21.86 in.
Børge Mogensen Wall Unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wall unit of Oregon pine, consisting of three lower sections, hereof two with doors and one with drawers and three upper sections with show case and adjustable shelves. Handles and f...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Pine
H 73.5 in. W 107 in. D 22 in.
Italian Wall Unit, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Italian wall unit, 1960s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 83.27 in. W 111.82 in. D 16.15 in.
Italian Wall Unit, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Italian wall unit, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 79.73 in. W 132.88 in. D 69.89 in.
Two-Piece Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wall hanging bar and cabinet. Mid-Century Modern in teak wood.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
H 71.5 in. W 33.5 in. D 13.5 in.
Large Italian Wall Unit
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit with cabinets, rosewood and brass, Italy, 1960s.
The monumental wall-mounted wall unit with cabinets consists of five wall sections with various different storage facilit...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 78.75 in. W 163 in. D 16.54 in.
Large Italian Wall Unit
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cabinet, wood and metal, Italy, 1960s.
The monumental wall-mounted cabinet consists of three wall sections with various different storage facilities. The shelves and compartments ar...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 100.6 in. W 95.87 in. D 20.08 in.
Paul McCobb Wall Unit
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern two-piece bookcase with ample storage. Mahogany grain and chrome trim.
Base is 18" deep, top is 13" deep.
(Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer)...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
H 76 in. W 60 in. D 18 in.
Vintage Wall Chrome Wall Unit, 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Neervelp, BE
Hollywood regency wall unit or room divider with smoked glass in the style or Romeo Rega or Willy Rizzo
Bought in the 1970s from Roche Bobois
Good condition.
Glass side pane...
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Chrome
H 70.87 in. W 59.06 in. D 17.33 in.
Paul McCobb Wall Unit
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Two-piece bookcase by Paul McCobb for his Calvin collection. Rich mahogany color with chrome accenting frame and handles.
Measures: H 31.5 in. x W 54 in. x D 21 in.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
H 75.5 in. W 60 in. D 18 in.
Large Tiffany Wall Unit
Located in Milan, IT
Combining elegance with functionality, this superb wall unit will add dimension and style to a sophisticated, modern interior. Constructed with an open chrome-finished metal frame, t...
Category
2010s Italian Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Steel
H 86.62 in. W 124.02 in. D 35.04 in.
Vintage Chrome Wall Unit, 1970s
By belgochrom
Located in Neervelp, BE
Vintage chrome étagère or bookcase with a chrome frame and smoked glass.
Good condition.
Hollywood Regency/1970s glam style
1970s, Belgium
Measures: Height 185cm/72.83"
...
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Chrome
H 72.84 in. W 29.93 in. D 14.18 in.
Italian Wall Unit in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit, walnut, plywood, brass, black lacquered metal, Italy, 1950s
Large Italian wall unit in four sections. All sections have cabinets and several shelves that are adjustable a...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 98.43 in. W 101.58 in. D 15.75 in.
Italian Wall Unit in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit, mahogany, lacquered wood, brass, glass, Italy, 1960s.
This Italian wall unit convinces both visual and functional. It offers a variety of different storage possibilities....
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
H 59.45 in. W 119.69 in. D 24.41 in.
Italian Wall Unit in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Modular wall unit or room divider, walnut, metal Italy, circa 1960
This versatile Italian wall unit is executed in walnut and can be used as a bookcase, room divider and cabinet all...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 118.12 in. W 66.93 in. D 16.54 in.
Wall Unit by Eugenio Escudero
By Eugenio Escudero
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Spectacular wall unit by the Spanish designer and fervent admirer of Gio Ponti who settled in Mexico, Eugenio Escudero. Escudero is cataloged one of the greatest icons of Mexican mod...
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 79.14 in. W 114.57 in. D 17.72 in.
Handcrafted Postmodern Oak Wall Unit
Located in London, GB
The large Postmodern oak units can be either wall-mounted or freestanding. The acute twisted angle design fools the eye in a similar fashion to the Penrose and Escher staircase. The ...
Category
2010s English Post-Modern Shelves
Materials
Oak
H 35.44 in. W 35.44 in. D 15.75 in.
Danish Modern Standing Modular Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Very nice Danish modern standing wall unit with adjustable components. Assorted cases and shelves provide ample storage/display space and can be set up to your liking. Please confirm...
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
H 16 in. W 98 in. D 92 in.
Mid-Century Modern Teak Wall Unit
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This three-panel customizable wall unit boasts Mid-Century Modern teak construction, spacious display shelves, drawers, drop-front writing surface, and a uniquely large storage cabin...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
H 82 in. W 99 in. D 12.5 in.
Dyrlund Midcentury Rosewood Wall Unit, Pair
By Drylund
Located in La Grange, IL
Dyrlund midcentury rosewood wall unit, Pair
Each unit measures: 34 wide x 17 deep x 70 high
This price includes getting this set in what we call restored vintage condition. Tha...
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Rosewood
H 70 in. W 34 in. D 17 in.
MIM Roma Wall Unit in Rosewood
By MIM Roma
Located in Waalwijk, NL
MIM Roma, cabinet, rosewood and metal, Italy, 1960s.
The monumental wall-mounted cabinet consists of three wall panels with various storage facilities. The finish and details of thi...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 85.24 in. W 114.57 in. D 21.46 in.
Stunning Midcentury Wall Unit by Furnete
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful wall unit boasts impressive size with style to match. Featuring deep wood grains and brass accents along with plenty of storage space this piece is both stunning and f...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Brass
H 82 in. W 96 in. D 18 in.
1960s Poul Cadovius Wall Unit, 2 Pannels
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, FR
Poul Cadovius wall unit crafted of teak in the 1960s. This modular Scandinavian shelving system consists of two vertical panels with shelves and cabinet units:
- 3 shelves (P 22cm)
...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
H 96.46 in. W 63 in. D 18.9 in.
Borge Mogensen Teak Wall Unit / Bookcase
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Fulton, CA
A teak Scandinavian Modern wall unit designed by Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson & Sonner, Sweden. Features adjustable shelves, sliding glass and blind door storage. Unit consists ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak, Glass
H 73.25 in. W 106.13 in. D 18.13 in.
Italian Wall Unit with Mosaic Doors
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Italian wall unit and bookcase, beech, rosewood veneer, brass, mosaic, Italy, 1960s
This high Italian wall unit features two bottom cabinets with colorful mosaic inlays. The floral ...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 118.12 in. W 53.15 in. D 11.82 in.
Midcentury Wall Unit by Dean Santner
By Dean Santner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
This amazing wall unit is handcrafted in staved birch. Included are two dressers or set of drawers and three shelves. Adjustable by raising the pieces to fit holes in uprights and se...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 80 in. W 48 in. D 20 in.
Massive Borge Mogensen Teak Wall Unit
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Massive teak wallunit designed by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobelfabik, Denmark. This fully interchangeable wall system is crafted of old-growth teak, and consists of twelve cabinets...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
H 71.75 in. W 197.5 in. D 18.5 in.
Two-Piece Italian Modern Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern pair of bookshelves feature plenty of room for storage and display. A functional design with many shelves, a large compartment hidden by sliding door...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
H 79.5 in. W 33.75 in. D 16.5 in.
Wall Unit in Rosewood and Aluminum
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bookcase or wall unit, aluminum and rosewood, Scandinavia, 1950s.
This wall-mounted shelving unit is four sections large. The order and lay out of this unit is adjustable and can be...
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
H 70.87 in. W 113.39 in. D 14.97 in.
Japanese Series Wall Unit Cees Braakman
By Cees Braakman
Located in Paris, FR
Japanese or U-series wall unit / bookcase by Cees Braakman for UMS Pastoe.
Netherlands
Design year: 1958.
Category
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
H 78.75 in. W 88.59 in. D 8.67 in.
Pace Collection ORBA System Wall Unit
By Pace Collection, Janet Schweitzer
Located in Hingham, MA
Pace collection ORBA wall system by Janet Schweitzer, 1974. Four extruded highly polished aluminum standards incorporating half inch thick glass shelves and three white laminate cabi...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Space Age Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
H 80 in. W 117 in. D 18 in.
50 Piece Barzilay Walnut Wall Unit
By Barzilay
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We have over 50 pieces of this amazing Barzilay walnut wall unit with aluminum accents. Please contact us for custom pricing and visit our LA showroom to view in person.
The pric...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
H 80 in. W 95 in. D 19 in.
Stunning Mid-Century Italian Wall Unit
By Paolo Buffa
Located in North Miami, FL
Gorgeous grained veneers and exotic wood inlays make this gleaming lacquered, circa 1960 Italian wall unit a stunner! One tall floral-marquetry cabinet with two glass shelves, two dr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Walnut
H 66.75 in. W 95.25 in. D 18.25 in.
Exotic Burled Multi Purpose Wall Unit
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern wall unit executed in an exotic burled veneer. A multi-use piece containing a desk, fitted flatware drawers, and extensive shelved storage both open and concealed.
Category
Vintage 1960s Bookcases
Materials
Wood
H 83 in. W 92.25 in. D 17.5 in.
Incredible Midcentury Wall Unit by Dean Santner
By Dean Santner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
This amazing wall unit is handcrafted in staved birch. Included are three dressers and a gorgeous secretary. Also included are 17 shelves and one display shelf. Adjustable by raising...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 80 in. W 249 in. D 19.5 in.
Formule Teak Wood Wall Unit Holland, 1960
By Formule Meubelen
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice wall system. Produced by Formule Kempes meubelen Waddinxveen Holland 1960s
Three black uprights. With 8 teak wood shelves. Brass fittings. Adjustable in height and positio...
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
H 40.95 in. W 63.78 in. D 11.82 in.
Vintage Wall Unit by Willy Rizzo, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Neervelp, BE
Hollywood regency wall unit designed by Willy Rizzo.
It consists of symmetrical brass and chrome shelves with smoked glass tops.
Original condition, some wear on the brass and ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Brass, Chrome
H 70.87 in. W 43.31 in. D 15.75 in.
Giusseppe Rivadossi Wall Unit in Carved Oak
By Giuseppe Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giusseppe Rivadossi, bookcase, oak, Italy, circa 1970
An exceptional cabinet by the Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi, featuring a high level of craftsmanship in wood...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Oak
H 114.18 in. W 109.45 in. D 15.75 in.
Omega Two-Piece Faux Bamboo Wall Unit
By Omega
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Two-piece lighted bookshelf/étagère/wall unit features bright white finish and glass shelving. Drop desk and 3 drawers in one unit along with shelving and double door storage in the ...
Category
Vintage 1980s Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Materials
Faux Bamboo, Wood
H 75.25 in. W 60 in. D 19.5 in.
Roberto Monsani for Acerbis Illuminated Wall Unit
By Acerbis, Roberto Monsani
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roberto Monsani for Acerbis, wall unit, wood and glass, Italy, 1970s
Stunning wall-mounted shelf by Italian designer Roberto Monsani for Acerbis. Six closed cabinets feature shelves...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Glass, Wood
H 87.41 in. W 110.24 in. D 23.63 in.
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Wall Storage Unit For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal wall storage unit for your home. A wall storage unit — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. Find 233 options for an antique or vintage wall storage unit now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the wall storage unit you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each wall storage unit bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. A well-made wall storage unit has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Poul Cadovius, Osvaldo Borsani and Pilastro are consistently popular.
How Much are Wall Storage Unit?
Prices for a wall storage unit start at $351 and top out at $49,270 with the average selling for $5,525.
Finding the Right Storage Case Pieces for You
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.
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