White Floating Shelves
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Plastic
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Steel, Cut Steel
2010s American Modern Shelves
Steel, Bronze
2010s American Modern Shelves
Steel
2010s American Organic Modern Shelves
Wood
2010s American Modern Shelves
Bronze, Steel
2010s American Modern Shelves
Steel
2010s French Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
2010s American Post-Modern Shelves
Oak
2010s French Modern Shelves
Marble, Metal
2010s French Modern Shelves
Marble, Metal, Brass
2010s French Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
2010s Egyptian Modern Buffets
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Aluminum
Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Vitrines
Glass, Plastic, Lucite
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Murano Glass
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Metal
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Felt, Mirror, Rosewood, Teak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Laminate, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Teak, Lacquer
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Aluminum
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Teak
2010s Swiss Credenzas
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1970s American Space Age Beds and Bed Frames
Stainless Steel
1990s Italian Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
2010s American Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Brass, Bronze, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Floor Lamps
Wood
Vintage 1980s Swedish Post-Modern Tables
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Upholstery, Maple, Wood
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Vintage 1970s French Wall Lights and Sconces
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Flush Mount
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Plastic
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Desks
Teak
2010s Korean Modern Bookcases
Acrylic
2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals
Hardwood
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves
Stone
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves
21st Century and Contemporary South African Art Deco Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Apothecary Cabinets
Steel
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Shelves
Wood, Glass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Laminate, Wenge
Vintage 1970s American Sideboards
Vintage 1960s European Modern Sideboards
Aluminum
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Wood, Mirror, Glass
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Wenge, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Enamel, Steel
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Lacquer, Rosewood
20th Century American Credenzas
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables
Laminate, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Dutch Minimalist Wardrobes and Armoires
Metal
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Marble, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Canadian Space Age Beds and Bed Frames
Lucite, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Steel
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Cane, Mahogany, Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Buffets
Carrara Marble, Brass
Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Leather, Oak, Walnut, Glass
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Maple, Burl
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Shelves
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Night Stands
Oak, Lacquer
20th Century American Credenzas
Chrome, Steel
Vintage 1960s American Credenzas
Wood
20th Century American Credenzas
Wood
20th Century American Credenzas
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
20th Century American Night Stands
Aluminum
Vintage 1960s American Credenzas
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Brass
20th Century American Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Credenzas
Brass
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are several ways to mount floating shelves. The best mounting options include using floating shelf brackets, installing cleats, or placing figure eights.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Typically, the best way to hang floating shelves is to install them into wall studs with screws. You can use a stud finder tool to locate the studs in the wall. A power drill can speed up installation. Shop a selection of floating shelves on 1stDibs.
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