Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 1800s French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
20th Century Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
2010s Italian Organic Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s Italian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather
1830s Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Grasscloth, Mahogany
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum, Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cypress
Early 1900s French Industrial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Iron
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Brass, Bronze
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
19th Century Indian Dutch Colonial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century American Mission Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Early 1900s American Industrial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Bronze
Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Macassar
1860s North American Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Metal, Brass, Bronze
1920s Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
18th Century French Directoire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century American Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century American American Classical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
1910s Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
17th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Alabaster, Limestone, Marble, Breccia Marble, Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Maple
Mid-19th Century American Primitive Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Softwood
Early 1900s British Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1860s Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
19th Century William IV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1920s Regency Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Abalone, Mahogany
1860s Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1860s English High Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
1880s English Campaign Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1880s English Campaign Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1930s Dutch Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 1900s British Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cherry
Late 20th Century Campaign Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
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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