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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Creator: Paul McCobb
Creator: Robert W. Irwin Co.
Antique Robert W Irwin Louis XV French Walnut Chest of Drawers Tallboy Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
"A lovely chest of drawers or dresser by Robert W. Irwin Furniture Company. Crafted from French Walnut in Louis XV styling. Features a rectangular form with burled walnut front, four drawers, cabriole legs and ormolu mounts. Circa 1928-1940 At the ripe age of 23 Robert Irwin rose from office clerk to plant superintendent of the Grand Rapids School Furniture Co. In 1900 he and some associates purchases Royal Furniture Co, and later it transferred to his very own label in Irwin. Irwin specialized in high end reproductions based off of European and ancient American...
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1930s Louis XV Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Satinwood

Paul McCobb Mid-Century 20 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb mid-century 20 drawer lowboy dresser. This lowboy dresser measures: 72 wide x 18.25 deep x 32 inches high. All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restor...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Paul McCobb Calvin Group Credenza
Located in New York, NY
Classic Paul McCobb sideboard, server, credenza for Clavin. The cabinet has two sliding doors, each with leather fronts, and a metal handle. The doors open to interior storage. The u...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Midcentury Credenza by Paul McCobb Planner Group #1513 Wood Doors Maple
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful midcentury low credenza cabinet with sliding doors by Paul McCobb circa 1950 planner group #1513 - solid maple construction has a Blonde maple finish. All original Wood sliding front doors with brass finger hole pull sits on 4 tapered maple legs. Good vintage condition. Normal wear on top surface. No inside shelves. Wire hole in back and center dividers for stereo equipment...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Vintage Paul McCobb Credenza: A Masterpiece of Mid-Century Modern Elegance
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the realm of mid-century modern elegance with our vintage Paul McCobb credenza from the iconic "Irwin Collection" by Calvin Group, dating back to the 1950s. This piece is a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Midcentury Low 4 Drawer Dresser by Paul McCobb Planner Group #1504 All Black
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful mid century low dresser credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1504 with 4 drawers - solid maple construction has a ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Paul McCobb Irwin Collection for Calvin Mid Century Marble Top Credenza
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection for Calvin mid-century marble top credenza. The credenza measures: 71.25 wide x 19 deep x 34.5 inches high. Exact measurements of the hutch are pendi...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Concealed Mahogany Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, streamlined, mahogany dresser by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture: The Irwin Collection features bi-fold doors that open to reveal four 5 inch height drawers that...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Expertly Restored - Paul McCobb “Irwin Collection” Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul McCobb "Irwin Collection" chest of drawers with brass accents for Calvin Furniture ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furnitur...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb 6 Drawer Dresser Original Finish
Located in Wilton, CT
Perfect for apartment living this compact (48in) dresser, designed by the great Paul McCobb in his Planner Group. McCobb, influenced by the English designer Thomas Sheridan used deli...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Midcentury Modern Paul McCobb 3-Drawer Dresser #1508 Walnut Finish Pull Handles
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage midcentury Paul McCobb 3-drawer dresser Planner Group #1508. Beautiful dresser by Paul McCobb circa 1950s Planner Group, 3 drawer, solid maple, Walnut finish, Wood handle pul...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple

Paul McCobb Blond 4-Drawer Dresser Cabinet with Original Finish Mid-Century Era
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A practical and stylish Paul McCobb Planner Group for Winchendon solid maple tall 4-drawer dresser with original finish intact. All drawers work well, with clean interiors. No breaks...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Paul McCobb Directional Marble-Top Credenza
Located in Toronto, ON
Paul McCobb for Directional, produced by Calvin Furniture, under the “Irwin Collection”. Iconic modern American design. Dual trifold doors open to reveal two large drawers, and adjus...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Ebonized Predictor Group Desk by Paul McCobb for O'Hearn Furniture Company
Located in Dorchester, MA
This hard-to-find desk is a Paul McCobb design for his Predictor series, manufactured by O'Hearn Furniture only from 1951 to 1955. The ebonized maple case sits on slender canted legs. To the left a door conceals three drawers, the lower of which is file-deep. To the right three narrow but long drawers feature round brass pulls. To the back is a narrow shelf...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb Chest of Drawers Irwin Collection for Calvin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Paul McCobb design chest of drawers for his Irwin Collection by Calvin. Classic American Mid-Century modern design and very functional for everyday use. Made from bleached mahogany...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Travertine, Brass

Server and Dining Room Set by Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Add timeless Mid-Century Modern style to your dining room with this vintage set by Paul McCobb. It includes an expanding dining table, six chairs (2 with arms, 4 without), and a large server...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Upholstery, Walnut

Paul McCobb Travertine Top Dresser Irwin Collection for Calvin
Located in San Francisco, CA
Paul McCobb design twelve drawer dresser for his Irwin collection by Calvin. Made with a bleached mahogany case and trifold accordion doors atop a brass plated six leg base and a tra...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Travertine, Brass

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Brass Base Credenza with Hutch
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin mid century brass base credenza with hutch The credenza measures: 60 wide x 19 deep x 60.75 inches All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call re...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Bookcases on Hairpin Legs, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern glass front bookcases on hairpin legs By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Solid birch in black lacqu...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Paul McCobb Iron / Wood Bookcase Planner Group
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A two piece satin black iron framed bookcase with medium dark solid maple wood shelves . The unit sits on the matching bottom platform giving the piece a open simple , lighter look t...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Midcentury Paul McCobb #1567 Four Drawer Desk Blonde Maple Finish Brass Pulls
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Paul McCobb Planner Group #1567 four drawer desk blonde maple finish brass pulls solid maple. Desk is in original vintage condition. Very be...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Credenza by Paul McCobb for Planner Group #1513
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Time capsule condition low credenza/hutch by Paul McCobb for The Planner Group. Model #1513. Mostly solid wood construction with some veneer on the trim. A nice rich walnut finish. T...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb Leather Sliding Door Credenza for Calvin Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern brown leather sliding doors sideboard/credenza with 3 top drawers. Behind the sliding doors are 2 adjustable shelves in a dark brown finish. The out...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb 20 Drawer Dresser for Winchendon
Located in San Francisco, CA
Paul McCobb design 20 drawer dresser for his Planner Group line produced by Winchendon, Massachusetts. Rare early example in solid maple with a lacqu...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Mahogany Lift Top Bar Cabinet, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern lift top bar cabinet By Paul McCobb for H. Sacks & Sons, "Connoisseur Collection" USA, 1950s Ma...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Pair of Paul McCobb for Calvin Four Drawer Dressers
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Paul McCobb for Calvin Four Drawer Dressers, Oiled walnut with vertical aluminum edge accents and beveled aluminum pulls.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Paul McCobb Gentleman's Tall Chest Irwin Collection for Calvin Furniture, 1956
Located in Camden, ME
Paul McCobb's gentleman's walnut chest with a fold down mirror Irwin line for Calvin. The accordion doors are bookmatched veneer opening to 18 shirt shelves and five graduated drawe...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut, Mirror

Bookcase/Storage Cabinet by Paul McCobb Planner Group
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A cabinet sitting on a bench base with conical legs, having one fixed shelve with sliding doors and storage finished in satin black having brass finger pulls. Solid maple wood constr...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Vintage Travertine Top Sideboard by Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This unusual vintage sideboard features travertine top, sculpted brass legs, rich walnut finish, and unique brass banded details. Spacious interior storage makes this Paul McCobb server...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Travertine

Paul McCobb 3 Drawer Chests / Night Stands Planner Group for Winchendon, 1950s
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of three drawer solid maple cabinets with original aluminum ring pulls that rest on separate square tables. Refinished as original in black and clear lacquer.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple, Lacquer

Midcentury Paul McCobb Six-Drawer Dresser Credenza #1509 Blonde Maple Brass
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage midcentury super clean Paul McCobb six-drawer dresser credenza Planner Group #1509. Beautiful dresser by Paul McCobb circa 1950s Planner Group, Six drawer, solid maple, Original Brass knob...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Iron

Midcentury Credenza Paul McCobb Planner Group #1514 Blonde Maple
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful midcentury tall credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1514 has 1 adjustable shelves with pins with 1 drawer on the left side and 3 drawers on the right side. Solid maple construction with a Original Blonde Maple...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb Planner Group Sideboard Credenza
Located in Pasadena, TX
54” Paul McCobb Planner Group credenza A rare piece in maple from the Planner Group by Paul McCobb for Winchedon. A very versatile piece featuring 4 drawers and concealed shelving...
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Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple

Midcentury Paul McCobb 3 Drawer Black Dresser Aluminum Ring Pulls
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid Century Modern black lacquer three-drawer dresser by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture Company. Part of the Planner Group. Located in NYC. Measures: 36” W x 33.5” H x 18.25...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple, Lacquer

Paul McCobb Chest of Drawers for Calvin Grand Rapids
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Mid-Century Modern elegant small and tall commode with four drawers made in maple wood with chrome detail design by Paul McCobb for Calvin Grand Rapids.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Pair Paul McCobb Cabinets in Mahogany and Polished Brass, Connoisseur Collection
Located in Kansas City, MO
Pair of Paul McCobb storage cabinets / chests / dressers from the Connoisseur Collection manufactured by H. Sacks and Sons, 1950s. Professionally refinished in the recent past. Very ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb Server
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large server by Paul McCobb with ample storage and both metal and wood hardware. Location: Brooklyn NY.
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Mid-Century Tall Credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1514 Walnut
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful mid-century tall credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1514 has 1 adjustable shelves w/pins with 1 drawer on the left side and 3 drawers on the right side. Soli...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple

Mid-Century Modern Sideboard by Paul McCobb Credenza, Irwin Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
MCM Paul McCobb designed "Irwin collection" sideboard or credenza, of bleached British Honduran mahogany with white travertine marble top, manufactured by the Calvin Furniture Compan...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

Stunning Midcentury Paul McCobb Planner Group Room Divider Etagere Walnut
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury American designer Paul McCobb freestanding Maple with walnut finish room divider for Planner Group. Unit is Solid Maple wood with Walnut brown lacquer finish. This unit is in vintage condition - Has lower cabinet and (1) lower drawer - all maple with an original Walnut lacquer finish - Original Solid brass knobs...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb "Irwin Collection" Credenza with Travertine Stone Top & Brass Accent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid Century modern credenza designed by Paul McCobb for the “Irwin Collection” at Calvin Group in the United States circa 1950’s. This stunning credenza sits on a beautiful polished ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Travertine, Brass

Amazing Midcentury Paul McCobb H Sacks & Sons 14-Drawer Walnut Dresser Credenza
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Rare midcentury American designer Paul McCobb walnut 14-drawer dresser credenza #8053. Original finish in beautiful vintage condition, has front folding walnut front accordion doors with magnets in amazing condition, all solid walnut with a dark brown finish, the top is solid walnut very stunning. Has (14) drawers total all of them are super smooth and they are very clean inside and out. Also has (10) oak and walnut sliding flat shelves...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb Blond 10-Drawer Jewelry Cabinet with Original Finish Mid-Century Era
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare and large Paul McCobb Planner Group for Winchendon solid maple 10-drawer jewelry chest with original finish intact. All drawers work well, with clean interiors. No breaks or r...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Chests, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An iconic pair of Mid-Century Modern bachelor chests or large beside chests By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA,...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Stunning Midcentury Paul McCobb Planner Group Room Divider Etagere black
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Midcentury American designer Paul McCobb freestanding black lacquer room divider for Planner Group. Unit black lacquer finish. This unit is in Beautiful vintage condition - Has lower cabinet and (2) lower drawers - all maple with an original black lacquer finish - Solid brass knobs...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Paul McCobb Cabinets
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Paul McCobb Cabinets, planner group Maple frame with Chromed metal door pulls, white laminated back panels With one adjustable height ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Sideboard Credenza, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Minimalist Mid-Century Modern sliding door sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Black lacque...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple, Lacquer

Midcentury White Door Credenza Paul McCobb Planner Group #1514 Black Lacquer
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful mid century tall credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1514 has 1 adjustable shelves with pins with 1 drawer on the left side and 3 drawers on the right side. Solid maple construction with an original black lacquer finish. All original rare white cloth sliding front doors with brass...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb Blond 8-Drawer Dresser Cabinet with Original Finish Mid-Century Era
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very practical Paul McCobb Planner Group for Winchendon solid maple 8-drawer dresser with original finish intact. All drawers work well, with clean interiors. No breaks or repairs....
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Dry Bar or Server
Located in St. Louis, MO
Hard to find Paul McCobb dry bar or server for his Connoisseur collection by H. Saks & Sons. To be refinished, custom color available, rounded pulls to be re-plated brass. Top lifts ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Very Rare Mid-Century Modern Maple Predictor Credenza by Paul McCobb for O’hearn
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful unique Mid-Century Modern solid maple credenza sideboard #8354 designed by Paul McCobb for O'Hearn "Predictor" collection, circa 1950. T...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Midcentury Paul McCobb Small Jewelry Chest 4 Drawers Maple Brass Brown Finish
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Nice Paul McCobb 3' small jewelry box in solid maple construction with brown finish. Very high quality construction with original brass pulls. Made for top of dresser or bookcase. 8 brass knobs 4 drawers. Planner Group, Winchendon Mass. Refinished condition. Has velvet black drawer inserts.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb Pair of Chests in Walnut and Aluminum, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 4 drawer chests in walnut with aluminum pulls and trim by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, American 1960's. These clean line chests would be used as bedside tables. They a...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Midcentury Tall Dresser by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1501 Blonde
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful midcentury tall dresser 4-drawer dresser by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1501 with 4 center drawers. Solid maple construction has a Beautiful Blonde Lacquered fini...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Refinished Paul McCobb Three Drawers Dressers Planner Group Tapered Legs
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern solid birch three drawers dresser by Paul McCobb.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch

Expertly Restored - Paul McCobb "Planner Group" Dresser for Winchendon Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul McCobb "Planner Group" dresser for winchendon furniture. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Amazing Midcentury Paul McCobb H Sacks & Sons 9-Drawer Tall Walnut Dresser
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Rare midcentury American designer Paul McCobb Walnut 9-drawer dresser wardrobe #8074. Original finish in beautiful Vintage condition, has original folding walnut front accordion doors with magnets in amazing condition, all solid walnut with a dark brown finish, the top is solid walnut very stunning. Top has a pop up vanity mirror with light...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Paul McCobb Writing Desk for Winchendon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century Modern writing desk by Paul McCobb features a wonderful maple finish with unique brass drawer pulls. Tapered legs and spacious four drawer design make this a stylish...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique and Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for Sale: Find Credenzas, Sideboards, Bookcases and Other Furnishings on 1stDibs

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.

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