Postmodern Etagere
Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Vitrines
Glass, Plastic, Lucite
1990s Philippine Post-Modern Bookcases
Stone
1990s Philippine Post-Modern Bookcases
Stone
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Shelves
Wood
20th Century American Minimalist Bookcases
Chrome
20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Bookcases
Chrome
1990s Post-Modern Shelves
Plaster, Wood, Paint
20th Century American Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Bookcases
Lucite, Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Shelves
Metal
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Brass
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Chandeliers and Pendants
Silk
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Benches
Fabric, Velvet, Lacquer, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Vitrines
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Carrara Marble, Metal
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
2010s American Buffets
Cut Glass, Wood
Antique 1790s English George III Shelves
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Credenzas
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
2010s Mexican Credenzas
Stainless Steel
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Shelves
Glass, Plaster, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Post-Modern Shelves
Wrought Iron
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Shelves
Other
1990s American Post-Modern Shelves
Fiberglass, Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass
1990s Italian Post-Modern Wingback Chairs
Wood, Fabric
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Wood, Glass
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Malachite, Brass
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Steel
Postmodern Etagere For Sale on 1stDibs
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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.