Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
1990s American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
1980s Empire Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Unknown Campaign Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century Indonesian Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
1990s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Nickel
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American International Style Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Hardwood
Late 20th Century American Georgian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1980s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1940s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Hardwood
Late 20th Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1980s American George III Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
1960s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1980s American Louis XV Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1980s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Georgian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1960s American French Provincial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1980s American Queen Anne Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Regency Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Georgian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Hardwood
20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 2000s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1960s American Campaign Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Gold Leaf
1980s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Gold Leaf
1960s American Campaign Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cherry, Maple
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Bronze
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany, Burl
1960s American Chippendale Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1990s Philippine Post-Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Stone
Early 2000s American Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 2000s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1980s American Chippendale Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1980s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1980s American Georgian Vintage 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.