Cabinets
Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian Cabinets
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Cabinets
Bronze, Ormolu
1770s English George III Antique Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Glass, Oak
1990s English Georgian Cabinets
Mahogany, Oak
1930s American American Craftsman Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century European Antique Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Glass, Pine
1950s English Vintage Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Glass, Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Laminate, Walnut
Early 20th Century North American Industrial Cabinets
Brass
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Cabinets
Wood
20th Century Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Wood
1940s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 18th Century Danish Country Antique Cabinets
Brass
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Cabinets
Bronze, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Maple
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Quartz, Brass
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
1990s European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Burl
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1870s American Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Burl
1890s English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Maple
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century Belgian Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century English Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
1960s American Louis XV Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century Belgian Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Oak
Early 19th Century French Rustic Antique Cabinets
Wood
Mid-19th Century British High Victorian Antique Cabinets
Wood
1830s Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
1990s American Federal Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Cabinets
Steel
1940s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Parchment Paper
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s Mexican Cabinets
Oak, Rosewood
Vintage and Antique Cabinets for Sale on 1stDibs
Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.
The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.
Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.
The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.
A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.
One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.
Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.
Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.