Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Birch
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Maple
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Glass, Birdseye Maple
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Copper, Steel
1930s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
1860s Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Acrylic, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
20th Century Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome
20th Century Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Silver Leaf
1930s American Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1890s Swedish Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak, Leather
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Macassar
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Elm
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
20th Century Unknown William and Mary Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Kingwood
19th Century French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1860s British Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mirror, Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
19th Century English Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 19th Century English Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1820s Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1890s Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1860s Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1950s Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1760s English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century American Classical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Tin
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
17th Century Spanish Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1780s German Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cherry, Elm
1750s French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Birch
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1740s Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 1700s Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
20th Century Unknown Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Steel, Sheet Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Stone, Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1950s Canadian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
Vintage Storage Cabinets and Antique Case Pieces for Sale: Shop Credenzas, Sideboards, Bookcases and Dressers on 1stDibs
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.
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