$3,750
H 22.875 in W 16.5 in D 12.5 in
Antique Hobbs & Co. London Regency Style Exotic Zebra Wood Collector's Cabinet
By Hobbs & Co.
Located in Forney, TX
An extraordinarily rare collector's cabinet by Hobbs & Co., in most distinctive zebrawood, with
Brass
$800
H 24.22 in W 35.83 in D 5.83 in
1950s Japanese vintage wood square display case, collector's cabinet organic
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
case for the small goods & collectibles. Structural parts are made of solid meranti wood (also called
Wood, Hardwood, Plywood
Egyptian Revival Collector's Cabinet on Stand
Located in El Monte, CA
This is a highly unique hand-painted and inlaid Egyptianesque collector's cabinet that pays homage
Wood
Victorian Collectors Cabinet Chest Mahogany Display 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous period Victorian collectors cabinet Crafted from mahogany with satinwood
Wood
Japanese Collector's Cabinet Attributed To Viardot
By Gabriel Viardot
Located in Charmes, FR
Cabinet in the style of Viardot, with inlays in the doors, the fabric of the bottom has been
Wood
Louis-Maurice-Alphonse Herold Marquetry Collector's Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Marvelous Louis-Maurice-Alphonse Herold carved and inlaid walnut Marquetry Collector's Cabinet. The
Wood
18th Century Italian Ebonized Inlaid Collectors Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
A glorious and magnificent 18th Century Italian collectors cabinet architecturally styled with
Wood
$754Sale Price|30% Off
H 25.99 in W 19.69 in D 2.76 in
Antique c.1900 Inlaid Mahogany Wall Collectors Cabinet – Fine Quality Cabinet
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique c.1900 Inlaid Mahogany Wall Collectors Cabinet – Fine Quality Menu / Display Cabinet A
Wood
$15,867Sale Price|35% Off
H 56.7 in W 40.95 in D 16.54 in
Rare 18th Century Library Yew Wood Specimen Collectors Cabinet Chest on Stand
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Rare 18th Century Yew Wood Veneered Cross banded Specimen Library Cabinet Chest on Stand. The
Brass
$1,495
H 33.5 in W 22 in D 18 in
Chinese Silverware Cabinet Collectors Chest Relief Carved Chinoiserie
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A nicely carved Chinese storage or silverware cabinet, circa 1960s. It features beautiful Chinese
Brass
Estate Compendium or Collector's Cabinet of Mahogany from England
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large English estate or collector's cabinet (or compendium), from the Edwardian era
Metal
Opulent Black Lacquer Chinese Export Collector's Cabinet on Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
an opulent black lacquer Chinese Export Collector's Cabinet on Stand with detailed gilt landscape
Brass
$4,640
H 18.51 in W 18.12 in D 7.88 in
Antique Collector's Miniature Cabinet, First quarter of the 18th century
Located in Gorssel, GE
Miniature Collector’s Cabinet, first quarter of the 18th century, likely Flemish or German origin
Wood
$49,000
H 61 in W 46.75 in D 17.75 in
Incredible 19th Century Continental Tortoiseshell and Silver Collectors Cabinet
Located in Richmond, VA
Incredible two piece 19th century Continental tortoiseshell and silver collectors cabinet on stand
Silver, Bronze
$5,500
H 16.5 in W 16.75 in D 13.5 in
18th Century Flemish Collectors Cabinet with Ebonized Case & Brass Handles
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of an 18th century Flemish ebonized collectors cabinet with hinged locking top and
Brass
Baker Burl Wood & Glass Vitrine, Collectors Edition
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Baker Burl Wood & Glass Vitrine—Collectors Edition is a beautifully made display cabinet
Brass
1940s Blonde Wood with Glass Collectors Showcase
Located in Ferndale, MI
Blonde wood framed cabinet with mirror back interior thick lipped edge shelves. Sides and top are
Glass, Maple
$44,000
H 105 in W 63 in D 25.5 in
George II-Style Chinoiserie Secretary / Collector's Cabinet by Antonio's SF
By Antonio's
Located in Dallas, TX
a George II-style black lacquer secretary / desk with Collector's Cabinet above, gilt Chinoiserie
Wood
Collectors Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rustic black painted wooden English 19th-century collector's chest featuring two columns of seven
Wood
Moderne style collectors vitrine with storage
Located in Ferndale, MI
Attractive display cabinet with storage . Left side holds two fixed shelves with two adjustable
Glass, Wood
Collectors Chest, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A small collectors or apothecary chest with divided drawers, 19th century. Composed of walnut and
Wood
$15,000
H 54 in W 40 in D 24 in
Large ceramic wood-fired sculpture: 'Collector’s Cabinet '
By Tony Moore
Located in New York, NY
-Noborigama wood-fire kiln. His unique ceramic sculptures are fired in the kiln four times a year in weeklong
Steel
Antique Collector’s Chest, England, 20th Century
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
wood and a subtle brass escutcheon. Once opened, the chest reveals an unexpectedly intricate inner
Wood
$7,624 / item
H 70.87 in W 48.82 in D 15.75 in
Collector's Bookshelf with glass and wooden doors in French oak, France
By Christophe Lecomte
Located in Landivy, FR
). We offer a 5 year warranty on every piece of furniture. The solid wood comes from sustainably
Oak, Wood, Glass
17th Century Italian Collector's Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
A 17th century Italian ebonized wood collector's cabinet with ivory inlay, locking front panel, and
Wood, Ivory
Unavailable
H 31.75 in W 12.25 in D 11.5 in
Bog-Oak Wood, Maple and Sapele Tabletop Collector's Cabinet
By Adrian Swinstead
Located in Southhampton, NY
From the Split Wood series by renowned British artist Adrian Swinstead. A masterfully crafted table
Mahogany, Maple, Bog Wood
Early Cedrella Collectors Cabinet
Located in New Oxford, PA
This cedrella specimen cabinet, likely made in the West Indies, is a complicated piece of
Wood
Dutch Collector's Cabinet, circa 1750s
Located in Stamford, CT
Dutch Baroque style collectors cabinet with double glazed glass front doors on scrolled feet, circa
Glass, Wood
Japanese Collector's Cabinet Attributed To Viardot
By Gabriel Viardot
Located in charmes, FR
Cabinet in the style of Viardot, with inlays in the doors, the fabric of the bottom has been
Wood
Unavailable
H 45.67 in W 71.66 in D 22.84 in
19th Century Loupe d'Orme and Kingwood Collector's Cabinet by Grohé
Located in Paris, FR
Blackened wood and brass inlaid with loupe d'orme and kingwood parquetry. Three frieze drawers and
Copper
Unavailable
H 42.13 in W 27.17 in D 20.48 in
Collectors Cabinet in Black Lacquer with Eight Drawers Inside Early Art Deco
Located in Baden-Baden, Baden-Württemberg
High gloss black piano lacquer commode / collectors cabinet Behind the key locked doors you'll
Wood
Anne’s Altar / Collector’s Chest of Drawers
By Jiri Krejcirik
Located in Prague 3, Vinohrady
velvet. An intimate space for storing personal valuables, it is every collector’s dream come true
Gold Plate, Brass
Unavailable
H 35 in W 48 in D 19 in
BAKER Collector's Edition Hand Painted Lacquered Chinoiserie Occasional Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Charlotte, NC
An Asian Style occasional four-drawer chest by Baker Furniture, from their Collector's Edition
Marble, Brass
Mahogany collectors cabinet
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany collectors cabinet, the square top with moulded edge above large glazed door enclosing
Wood
Sold
H 78.15 in W 39.77 in D 9.85 in
Rare Metal and Wood Lockable Edwardian Display Cabinet Collectors Case
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
display cabinet from the Edwardian era A very good looking well-made display or collectors cabinet, the
Metal
Victorian Brass Hardware Collector's Cabinet
Located in New Orleans, LA
Dating to the "golden age" of collecting, this exceptional Victorian collector's cabinet houses an
Brass
Queen Anne Collectors Cabinet / Japanned
Located in Dallas, TX
An English Queen Anne period collectors cabinet, black lacquer with raised gold decoration
Brass
Contemporary Global Views Eglomise Tall Collectors Cabinet
By Global Views
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Spectacular vintage Global Views Collectors cabinet. Gorgeous matte finish with stunning Eglomise
Glass, Wood
Portugese Collectors Cabinet Chest on Stand Coromandel 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Spectacular Portugese collectors cabinet on stand hand crafted from coromandel and walnut This
Wood
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Table Jewellery Collectors Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A Japanese Specimen Wood Tansu Table Cabinet, Circa 1900 Meiji Period A masterpiece of
Copper
Sold
H 14.77 in W 13 in D 10.04 in
Antique Calligrapher's Case, English, Specimen, Collector's Cabinet, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique calligrapher's case. An English, mahogany 3 drawer specimen cabinet, dating to
Wood
Sold
H 38.59 in W 20.67 in D 17.13 in
Early 20th Century English Printers Letter Press Collectors Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Early 20th century English printers letter press collectors cabinet circa 1930. Early 20th
Wood
Sold
H 14.25 in W 13.5 in D 7.75 in
Antique Chinese Export Chinoiserie Decorated Collector or Jewelry Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Chinese export, 19th century. This finely lacquer and gilt decorated cabinet features traditional
Wood, Lacquer
Sold
H 84 in W 33 in D 14.5 in
Collector’s Skyscraper Design Midcentury Display Cabinet with Side Illumination
Located in Kingston, NY
Mid-Century Art Deco skyscraper design open front walnut display cabinet with 4 glass shelves and
Glass, Wood
Sold
H 67 in W 84 in D 20 in
Incredible and Rare Art Deco Collector Cabinet, Bookcase and Storage Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
Rare and important beautiful natched Art Deco´ storage cabinet or bookcase. It's made in walnut
Wood
Sold
H 26.78 in W 37.6 in D 5.91 in
Large Vintage Bespoke Display Cabinet, Retail, Collector, Showcase, 12 Shelves
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
superb vintage bespoke display cabinet, ideal for the collector of smaller items and a fitting showcase
Glass, Wood
Sold
H 63.5 in W 42.5 in D 58.75 in
A Superb Pair of French Brass Mounted Tortoiseshell Veneered Collectors Cabinets
Located in London, GB
A Superb Pair of French Brass Mounted Tortoiseshell Veneered Collectors Cabinets in the Louis XVI
Brass
Sold
H 52.76 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Rare Italian Collectors Cabinet on Stand with Inlaid & Ebonised, circa 1900
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
century Italian collectables cabinet on stand with a selection of drawers Please note the delivery fee
Wood
Sold
H 40 in W 22.75 in D 12 in
Faux Bamboo Wellington Collector's Cabinet or Chest of Drawers of Curly Maple
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English collector's cabinet or chest of faux bamboo and figured curly or bird's-eye maple
Brass
Large 18th Century Tax Collector's Chest
Located in Charmes, FR
Tax collector's chest, in wrought iron and iron plates on a wooden core, 18th century, in good
Iron
Mahogany collectors cabinet
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany collectors cabinet, the well-figured rectangular top with inset brass plaque, above two
Wood
Early 19th Century Coin Collectors Cabinet
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th century laburnham coin collectors cabinet, the cabinet of good proportions with original
Wood
Sold
H 34.65 in W 28.15 in D 13.78 in
Antique Specimen Chest, English, Collector's Chest of Drawers, Georgian, C.1800
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique specimen chest. An English, mahogany suite of collector's drawers, dating to the
Wood
Sold
H 35.5 in W 48 in D 19 in
20th C. Louis XIV Style Collector’s Ed. Chinoiserie Commode by Baker Furniture
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an exceptional piece by Baker Furniture. It is the Collector’s Edition chinoiserie commode
Bronze
Collector's Wooden Cabinet from Late 19th Century England
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Collector's eight compartment wooden cabinet from late 19th century England. Box has a leather
Wood
English Collector's Cabinet Box of Brass-Bound Burr Walnut
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English collector's cabinet box of brass-bound burr walnut, featuring a moulded top with
Metal, Brass
Sold
H 26.77 in W 30.71 in
17th c. Flemish school - Collector's cabinet - Workshop of F. Francken II
By Frans Francken II
Located in PARIS, FR
Iconoclastic donkey bursting into collector's cabinet, workshop of Frans Francken the Younger Our
Oil, Wood Panel
17th Century Augsburg Marquetry Collector's Cabinet
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare and important cabinet in marquetry of different wood species and green tinted wood. It opens
Wood, Ash, Maple, Pearwood, Poplar, Walnut
Rare Regency Penwork Collectors Cabinet on Stand, Chinoiserie
Located in Toronto, CA
This is a rare period English collector's cabinet, circa 1800, in lacquer, with Penwork figural
Wood
Oak and Mahogany 36-Drawer Museum Collector’s Cabinet
Located in Glasgow, GB
A good quality large oak collector’s cabinet with mahogany interior and dating to circa 1930. With
Brass
Sold
H 14.75 in W 95.6 in D 26.5 in
Large Late Victorian Shop Display Case, Museum, Collector’s Cabinet
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Large late Victorian shop display case, museum, collector’s cabinet. Please note that one of the
Glass, Wood
Sold
H 13 in W 57 in D 24 in
Pair of Large Late Victorian Shop Display Case, Museum, Collector’s Cabinets
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of Large Victorian curved glass shop display cabinet, Museum, Collector’s Cabinets. One has
Wood, Glass
Chinese Carved Vintage Silver Jewelry Cabinet Collector Chest
Located in Baltimore, MD
Intricately carved serving vintage silver jewelry buffet cabinet chest of drawers from Southeast
Brass
Sold
H 30 in W 46.25 in D 20.75 in
Late 20th Century Vintage Regency Baker Collectors Edition Burl Wood Bombe Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Regency chest of drawers. A beautiful Bombe front with a scalloped apron along the bottom. Made by the iconic Baker Furniture group. Marked inside the drawer. Acqu...
Wood
Sold
H 91.25 in W 39 in D 13.5 in
Pair of Baker "Collector's Edition" Chinoiserie Decorated Tall Display
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Bridgeport, CT
In red with a carved cornice and fine gilt oriental decoration of figures, pavilions with trees, butterflies, flowers and herons. With gilt leafy and network details. With two inner ...
Wood
Sold
H 87 in W 42 in D 24 in
Baker Red Chinoiserie Japanned 1593 Venetian Secretary Desk Collectors Edition
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Baker red chinoiserie japanned 1593 Venetian secretary desk - collectors edition. Item features
Wood
Sold
H 30.25 in W 43.5 in D 22.5 in
Late 20th Century Vintage Regency Silver Leaf Collectors Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of this Vintage Regency Silver Leaf Collector's Chest
Upholstery, Glass, Wood
Sold
H 42.5 in W 36 in D 14 in
Rare Florentine Style Maitland-Smith Leather Clad Multi Drawer Collector's Chest
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
A rare mid-century Maitland-Smith Florentine style chest of 34 smaller (upper part) and larger (lower part) drawers. The sides and top are entirely clad in finely tooled and gold tri...
Brass
English Rosewood and Mother of Pearl Inlay Collector's Table Cabinet
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This is truly a treasure cabinet with its classic diminutive Georgian shape, beautiful warm colored
Brass
Sold
H 14.76 in W 7.28 in D 5.91 in
Extraordinary shell Nautilus, cabinet piece collector's item, mid-century, Italy
Located in Wien, AT
This wonderful object is reminiscent of the cabinets of curiosities in castles and palaces in the
Shell, Wood
Cherry wood collectors cabinet
Located in Hudson, NY
Solid cherrywood multidrawer cabinet, with glass vitrine top for display. silk lined drawers, and
Cherry
Collectors Cabinet / Vitrine
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Collectors cabinet, Georgian style - formed with a drawer below the curio top. The cabinet is
Glass, Wood
Antique Elm Collector's Cabinet
Located in San Francisco, CA
Georgian Period elm two door collectors cabinet fitted with a multitude of drawers. Great storage
Wood
Queen Anne Collectors Cabinet on Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome Queen Anne period inlaid walnut and burled walnut collectors cabinet on later stand made
Bone, Wood
Thomasville Furniture Collectors Cherry Collection Display Cabinet
By Thomasville
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Thomasville Furniture Collectors Cherry collection display cabinet with brass hardware and glass
Brass
Regency Period Collectors Chiffonier
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A very fine quality Regency period collectors Chiffonier. Unusually small size. The interior with
Wood
Vintage Rustic Apothecary Collectors Drawers Unit Low Sideboard
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
A stunning set of rustic apothecary/collector drawers with a stunning patina. 16 Drawerswith
Wood
Sold
H 31.25 in W 32 in D 16 in
BAKER Collectors Edition Hand Painted Lacquered Asian Chinoiserie Bachelor Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Charlotte, NC
An Asian Chinoiserie style block front bachelor chest by Baker Furniture, from their Collector
Brass
Chinese Black Lacquer and Hardstone Collector's Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
Chinese black lacquer, hardstone and gilt decorated collectors cabinet (curio cabinet), having two
Lacquer, Wood
$9,651Sale Price|20% Off
H 44.1 in W 37.41 in
Madonna Child Maria Sassoferrato Paint Oil on canvas 17th Century Old master Art
Located in Riva del Garda, IT
Giovan Battista Salvi known as 'il Sassoferrato' (1609 - 1685) circle/ workshop Madonna with sleeping child Oil on canvas 84 x 66 cm - Framed (19th century) 112 x 95 cm The paintin...
Oil
$1,800 / set
H 16.54 in W 13.59 in D 13.59 in
Set of Japanese Old Octagon Wood Stools 1940s-1960s / Side Table Stool Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a vintage octagonal stool crafted in Japan, dating from the Taisho to early Showa period (1940s–1960s). Made from KIRI (Paulownia wood), a traditional material cherished in J...
Wood
$2,000
H 34.49 in W 48.9 in D 16.07 in
Vintage Japanese Cedar Cabinet with Glass Sliding Doors, Circa 1930
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This vintage cabinet was crafted in the Early Showa Period (1926–). Made from Japanese cedar with a black finish, the surface shows a gently lived-in patina that lends quiet wabi-sa...
Cedar, Glass
$33,950Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 34.25 in W 24 in D 23 in
Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved & Chinoiserie Bergeres, Jansen Attr.
By Maison Jansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Rare Assembled Set of Four French Louis XV Style Gilt-Wood Carved and Japanned-Chinoiserie Lacquer Decorated Bergers Armchairs, attributed to Maison Jansen (House of Janse...
Velvet, Giltwood, Lacquer
$4,800 / set
H 29.53 in W 27.96 in D 39.38 in
Mid Century Lounge/Sun Chairs in Pine and Striped Cotton Canvas, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
A refined pair of sun deck lounge chairs crafted from solid pine, featuring strong leather strap detailing and built for lasting comfort. The seats are made with high-quality, stripe...
Leather, Canvas, Pine
Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...
Iron
$1,960Sale Price|20% Off
H 28 in W 22.5 in D 2.25 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke Stack Oak Barrister Bookcase, C1910
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke Stack Oak Barrister Bookcase, C1910 Measures- 66.5"H x 11.25"W x...
Glass, Oak
$349Sale Price|30% Off
W 48 in L 72 in
Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 4x6 Sky Blue And Red Striped Indian Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Sky Blue and Red Zig Zag Striped Indian Dhurrie Rug-4'x6' (120x180cm) These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to th...
Cotton
$3,710Sale Price|30% Off
H 32.5 in W 85 in D 28 in
Antique 19th C. American Empire Flame Mahogany Claw Foot Parlor Sofa Couch 85"
Located in Dayton, OH
Fine American Empire parlor sofa / couch with classical form and masterful carvings. Made of flamed mahogany featuring carved back crest and flared rolled arms accented with carved f...
Mahogany, Burl
Antique Korean Stone Pot / Joseon Dynasty / Stone Folk Art Object
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This stone pot was made in Korea during the late Joseon dynasty, between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Its sturdy appearance, carved from a granite-like stone, emanates a p...
Stone
$959Sale Price|20% Off
H 57 in W 30.75 in D 22.5 in
Antique Oak Apothecary Filing Cabinet With Brass Handles
Located in San Carlos, CA
Breathe New Life into Your Space with this Stunning 10-drawer Oak Apothecary Cabinet! Vintage Charm Meets Modern Functionality: This exquisite 10-drawer oak apothecary cabinet is a ...
Brass
L'hymne du Roi David (King David's Dream)
By Marc Chagall
Located in Boca Raton, FL
L'hymne du Roi David (King David's Dream) Oil on wood by Marc Chagall c late 70's Comes with Numbered and Verified Certificate of Authenticity from Comite Chagall in Paris signed and...
Oil
$49,700 / set
H 82.75 in W 31 in D 15.5 in
19th Century German Biedermeier Pair of Mahogany Bookcase, Library Cabinets
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique pair of Northern German early Biedermeier bookcases made of shellac polished, partly veneered Mahogany in good condition. The top part of the tall library cabinets are enh...
Metal, Wire
French Early 19th Century Fruitwood Empire Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A 19th century French Empire style bibliothèque or display cabinet, handcrafted using solid fruitwood and two glass-front doors accented with brass. The clean, straight lines allow t...
Brass
$2,300
W 50.4 in L 76.78 in
Ararat Rugs Anatolian Medallion Carpet, 16th Century Revival Rug Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
The source of the carpet comes from the book Orient Star - A Carpet Collection, E. Heinrich Kirchheim, Hali Publications Ltd, 1993 nr.178. This is an unusual border drawing, a medall...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Zabihi Collection Antique Persian Heriz Rug
Located in New York, NY
Throw size Persian Karadja Heriz rug with a soft denim blue field with other rustic colors. Measures: 3'4'' x 4'3'.
Wool
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.
Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
The furniture equivalent of a Swiss Army knife, it's the multifunctional piece you didn't know you needed.
Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.
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