Waterfall Chest
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Zebra Wood
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Bronze
Vintage 1970s American Dressers
Reed
Vintage 1970s Philippine Bohemian Dressers
Rattan, Wood
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Mahogany, Cedar
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Brass
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Chrome
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Walnut
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Brass
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Marble
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Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Lacquer
Gold, Silver, Bronze
1990s American Post-Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Night Stands
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Hardwood
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Brass
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Rattan, Wood
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Iron
2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens
Agate, Amethyst, Crystal, Rock Crystal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Brass
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Rattan, Reed, Wood
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Teak
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Brass
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Bamboo, Rattan, Reed
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Bamboo, Reed
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Bamboo
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Bamboo
Vintage 1950s American Native American North and South American Rugs
Wool
Vintage 1950s Danish Lounge Chairs
Leather, Upholstery, Teak
20th Century American Post-Modern Night Stands
Wood
20th Century Bohemian Dressers
Reed
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2010s American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Figurative Sculptures
Terracotta, Wood
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Collectibles and Curiosities
Terracotta
20th Century American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Acrylic, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dressers
Mahogany
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Mirror, Oak, Satinwood
Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Blanket Chests
Mahogany, Cedar
Vintage 1980s Unknown Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut, Oak
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Reed
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Silver Leaf
Vintage 1970s Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rattan, Reed, Wood
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Metal
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Brass
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Brass
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Brass
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Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Country Blanket Chests
Tapestry, Pine
Early 20th Century Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Vintage 1930s Great Britain (UK) Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique Early 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Mid-20th Century North American Art Deco Dressers
Mirror, Walnut
Antique 19th Century British Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dressers
Glass, Wood, Mahogany, Satinwood, Mirror
Vintage 1950s American Dressers
Vintage 1950s American Dressers
21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Macassar, Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes
Brass
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Porcelain
Porcelain
Vintage 1940s Sheraton Dressers
Mahogany
Antique Late 17th Century Italian Renaissance Credenzas
Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests
Brass
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Bamboo, Mahogany
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Hardwood
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Hardwood
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Burl
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Rosewood
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Walnut
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Walnut
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Walnut, Cedar
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
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Steel
Early 20th Century Blanket Chests
Mahogany, Cedar
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Mahogany
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Chrome
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Rosewood
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Lucite, Mahogany
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Pine, Paint
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Mahogany
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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.
- What is a waterfall cedar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term Waterfall Cedar Chest refers to a specific shape of cedar chest where the lid extends down the side a bit as though it’s flowing off the top. It’s not like modern waterfall countertops where the top extends to the floor, instead it reaches a few inches down from the top. Shop a collection of cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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