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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Mid-Century Italian Cabinet, Style Chinoiserie, 1950s
Located in Miklavž Pri Taboru, SI
Vintage wooden cabinet made in Italy in the 1950s.
Crafted from painted wood in the style of chinoiserie. The cabinet, with two doors, has a shelf, extra drawer and clad in metal leg...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Swedish Walnut and Elm Secretaire, 1960s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Elegant mid-century secretaire from Sweden, crafted in the 1960s from a refined combination of walnut and elm wood. The design features a raised section with multiple small drawers f...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Elm, Walnut
Early 19th Century Danish Gustavian Chest of Drawers, 1803
Located in Kastrup, DK
Danish Gustavian chest of drawers from 1803, crafted in black-painted wood with original brass fittings and locks.
Profiled top above a carved dentil frieze.
The front has five drawe...
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Early 19th Century Danish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern "OS29" sideboard by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful “OS29” rosewood sideboard by Arne Vodder, where yellow and white panel doors contrast with the cleanly sculpted drawers to the right. A rim runs along the back of the table...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
French Mid Century Modern, Brutalist Sideboard in Solid Oak, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A substantial low sideboard crafted in solid oak in the 1940s–1950s, designed in a Baroque revival style. The façade features four paneled doors with forged iron handles, opening to ...
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Mid-20th Century French Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
A Magnificent French C. 1870 Ormolu-Mounted Green Painted Chinoiserie Commode
Located in Queens, NY
A Magnificent French Ormolu-Mounted Green Painted Chinoiserie Commode with Original Marble Top, 19th Century
An exceptional French ormolu-mounted commode, richly decorated in vibran...
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19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Sculptural Brutalist Cabinet in Solid Oak and Hand-Applied Plaster
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This elegant two-door cabinet is crafted from oak wood, showcasing a sophisticated cerused finish that highlights its natural grain with a beautiful, limed effect. The doors are part...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Plaster, Wood
Union National Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Breakfront China Display Cabinet 116"
Located in Dayton, OH
The Union National breakfront was rated as the finest breakfront in the world. In 1980, after flying in the magazines Lear jet to inspect the factory and the breakfront, the publishe...
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Maple, Lacquer, Paint
Arne Vodder Rosewood Executive Desk 207 for Sibast, Denmark, 1960s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A striking Mid-Century Modern executive desk designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast, Denmark, circa 1960s. Crafted in richly grained rosewood, this substantial piece exemplifies Vodder’s...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
Expertly Restored - Mosaic Brutalist Modern Walnut Dresser by Tobago
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Tobago
Manufacturer: Tobago
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we tak...
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1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Italian Birdseye Maple Bombe Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
Italian Bombe Birds-Eye Maple Chest. Chest features a classic serpentine Bombe form with two spacious drawers, each fitted with ornate cast brass Rococo-style foliate handles. Standi...
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birdseye Maple
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Marquetry Commode, Chest of Drawers
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This smaller scale late 18th century French Louis XVI period chest features a beveled Saint Anne marble top and a geometric marquetry facade of rosewood, lemon wood, mahogany and ebo...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Italian Midcentury Freestanding Modular XXL Designer Wall Unit Shelf, 1960s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Midcentury Freestanding Modular XXL Designer Wall Unit Shelf, 1960s
Beautiful, very large freestanding designer wall shelf, made in Italy in the 1970s in Scandinavian style ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
19th Century Small Italian Painted Commode
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A charming 19th century Italian painted commode with two drawers and delicately carved details. The original painted surface shows an appealing aged patina, with soft blue-gray tones...
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19th Century Italian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Bookcase, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Bookcase, 1960s.
Stunning large Scandinavian Mid.Century modern shelving system in rosewood/palisander. Made by cabinetmaker in the 1960s in Denmark.
We...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of 19th century black lacquered Chinese compound cabinets
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of 19th century black lacquered Chinese compound cabinets circa 1840.
Fine pair of Qing-dynasty compound cabinets, in the Ming style. Complete in their original blackened matt...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood, Lacquer
18th Century Chest Of Drawers with Trompe-l'œil Marquetry, Germany, circa 1770
Located in Greven, DE
Antique chest of drawers from aristocratic property with trompe-l'œil marquetry
Southwest Germany
Walnut and others
around 1770
Dimensions: H × W × D: 87 × 124 × 66 cm
Description...
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1770s German Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Antique Baroque Cabinet / Wardrobe in Solid Oak, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1700s
Located in Odense, DK
An exceptional Danish cabinet in solid oak from the 18th century. The exterior features classic paneled doors beneath a bold cornice, with the oak displaying a deep, warm patina acqu...
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18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Union National Georgian Style Serpentine Mahogany Bachelors Chest Buffet Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
An exceptional Bachelors Chest, Buffet or Dresser by Union National, Circa 1940s. Designed in George III styling with a dramatic serpentine mahogany case featuring four sliding dove...
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Mid-20th Century American Georgian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$1,500 Sale Price
20% Off
French 19th Century Grand Ebonized Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This French bibliotheque from the 19th century makes a dramatic statement for any interior with its height alone, and the ebonized finish on the exterior gives it the presence to anc...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
White Furniture Mahogany & Burl Mandarin Chinoiserie China Display Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
1987 White Furniture Ming Dynasty style Mandarin China Cabinet 330-31. Features a rectangular form made from mahogany and burlwood paneling with a stepback top. The illumanted top ...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$2,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Two Doors Sideboard In Luxurious Walnut Root with Oxidized Brass Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Elevate your interior with this exceptional two-door sideboard, a celebration of natural beauty and sculptural form. Fashioned from highly prized walnut root wood, its distinct, burl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Early 19th Century American Mahogany Butler's Desk/Secretary Chest
Located in Louisville, KY
Imagine where this gorgeous piece might have been in its past life. Perhaps stately mansions with warm block panel, high ceilings and crown molding for days. The wealthy would have h...
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Early 19th Century American American Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Expertly Restored- Svend A. Madsen Teak & Cane Desk / Bookcase for Sigurd Hansen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
1800 Alpine Dark Red Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Vo', Veneto
Antique Hand-Painted Chest with Flowers, dated 1800
Technical information:
Period: 1800
Origin: Alps (Tyrol)
Wood: Fir
Height: 48 cm 18.9 in
Width: 130 cm 51.2 in
Depth: 61 cm 2...
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Early 1800s Italian Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Antique American Victorian Rectangular Carved Oak Washstand Side End Table 30"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late Victorian Washstand or side table. Features a rectangular form made from American oak with a carved frieze over ring turned supports leading to a lower shelf over straight legs...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$656 Sale Price
20% Off
Made in Denmark Small Chest of Five Drawers, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
This small chest of drawers was created in the 1960s and designed by Danish design icon Kai Kristiansen for Danish manufacturer Feldballes Mobelfabrik. The frame is covered with rose...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
George Nelson Herman Miller Primavera Dresser
Located in Round Top, TX
George Nelson for Herman Miller "Primavera" line three-drawer dresser / credenza / cabinet.
Midcentury gem in bleached mahogany. Three large drawers with sculptural metal pulls, one...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Thomasville Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Green Lacquered Bar Cabinets
By Thomasville
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style bar cabinets or buffet servers
By Thomasville
USA, Circa 1970s
Green lacquered walnut, with brass a...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
19Thc Amazing Brass & Iron Large Bakers Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine and very large French style bakers rack is in fine condition.This rack / shelf has custom made sized glass. This rack is in very good condition. This is the largest bakers ...
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Late 19th Century American French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Japanese Vintage Glass Sliding-Door Cabinet, Early Showa Period (1926–)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This vintage cabinet was crafted in the Early Showa Period (1926–).
Made from Japanese cedar with a black finish, the surface shows a gently lived-in patina that lends quiet wabi-sa...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Anna Castelli Ferrieri Componibili Classic Cabinet for Kartell, Italy 2015
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic 3 door Componibili Classic Red Cabinet. Rendered in batch dyed ABS plastic composed of a 3-tier modular storage system with three sliding doors and a rubber base ring at foot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Plastic, Rubber
French 19th Century Painted Empire Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French Empire walnut commode from the 19th century, updated more recently with blue paint in layered & scraped faux finish that wouldn’t look out of place with Gustavian style furn...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Stone, Brass
Superb Quality Antique Victorian Figured Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Superb quality antique Victorian figured mahogany bookcase having an outstanding quality figured mahogany shaped cornice above a pair of carved mahogany glazed doors opening to revea...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
Mid-Century Modern 15-Drawer Library Card Catalog, Circa 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare Mid-Century Modern 15-drawer library card catalog or file cabinet with two pull-out writing tablets
In the manner of Remington Rand
USA, Circa 1950s
Maple, with original br...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Chinese Chippendale Carved Mahogany & Floral Wallpaper Lined Bookcase / Shelf
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a sweet petite mahogany Chinese Chippendale style bookcase. It has two drawers and floral wallpaper lined shelves. The top shelf paper is a little loose. The piece dates to t...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique European Belgian Cabinet Blonde Solid Oak All Keys
Located in Somis, CA
An exceptionally beautiful piece, this two-tiered European cabinet is a testament to timeless craftsmanship and artistic beauty. Carved from solid oak, its stunning blonde and light ...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$1,760 Sale Price
20% Off
Peter Hvidt, Desk, Teak, Steel, Denmark, 1959
By Peter Hvidt
Located in High Point, NC
A teak and steel desk designed by Peter Hvidt and produced by Søborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark, c. 1959.
Minor oxidation present to metal and brass
Wear consistent with age and use
Ove...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
French Flame Carved Mahogany Louis Philippe Armoire
Located in Vero Beach, FL
French Flame Carved Mahogany Louis Philippe Armoire
This French Flame Mahogany Louis Philippe Armoire is an antique piece of excellent craftsmanship with minimal detail and a rich m...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Japanese Antique Cabinet with Glass Doors, Taisho Era (1912–1926), Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique cabinet was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926).
Made from Japanese cedar, this piece features a warm and inviting texture that has deepened over time, adding to its ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Baker Furniture Style Federal Green Lacquered Mahogany Dresser Chest, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Georgian style bow front four-drawer dresser or chest of drawers
In the manner of Baker Furniture
By Finch Fine Furniture ...
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1940s American Federal Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Hollywood Regency Style Barbara Barry Baker Furniture. Gold Leaf Cabinet / Bar
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a show stopper! This is a Hollywood Regency style gold leaf cabinet designed by Barbara Barry for Baker Fueniture. The surface has a raised pyramid design and opens to a Chin...
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Gold Leaf
Henredon Scene Two Olive Burl Cabinets, A Pair
By Henredon
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair of Scene Two Henredon cabinets in honey colored olive burl wood with one adjustable shelf inside each cabinet. These feature Macassar ebony wood trim around the doors and sculpt...
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Burl, Olive
$6,000 / set
Stunning Mid century Oak Office Credenza Sideboard by Florence knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid Century Florence knoll Oak credenza. Featuring (6) drawers on the left and (1) cabinet door on the right with 2 adjustable shelves. The credenza sits on chrome square b...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Chrome, Steel
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old small drawer storage made in Japan. The furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s), and the texture of the wood over the years gives it a deep flavor. Th...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A magnificent 19th century Louis XVI-style commode from France, with a marble top on a mahogany case of three drawers. The white stone is traced with fine veining and a patinated sur...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
Amarcord Credenza by Promemoria, Wooden Modular Cabinet with Bronze handles
By Promemoria
Located in Chicago, IL
A historic design from Promemoria, the Amarcord Credenza was inspired by the 1975 Federico Fellini film of the same name. Designer Romeo Sozzi drafted and created the modular cabine...
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2010s Italian International Style Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
19th-C. English Carved & Painted Pine Faux Bamboo Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 19th century English faux bamboo carved and painted faux bamboo chest. It is both stained and painted. It has the original turned feet and knobs. The drawers are dovetailed...
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Mid-19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Danish Modern 3-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern 3-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern 3 bay shelving system model Royal. This is an original vintage floating bookcase desi...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Italian Contemporary Silver Blue Mirror, Brass Wood Sideboard w Sculpture Handle
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful sideboard with 10 drawers, designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid wood, legs and finishes in brass and tops and decorations in silver blue mirr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Burr Walnut 3 Door Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality large antique Victorian burr walnut 3 door wardrobe having a superior quality carved burr walnut arched shaped cornice above a single arched top, burr walnut mirr...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Hans Wegner Teak and Cane Sideboard Credenza for Ry Møbler, Circa 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
Sideboard credenza in teak with six drawers topped by a cabinet with cane door fronts, designed by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler, circa 1960s.
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1960s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cane, Teak
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Commode, Chest of Drawers, Dresser
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This nineteenth century French Louis XVI style mahogany commode or chest of drawers features a beveled Saint Anne marble top and fluted rounded corners. Its three drawers of dovetail...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique Pair English Flame Mahogany Library Breakfront Bookcases 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful pair of antique Victorian flame mahogany four door library breakfront bookcases, masterfully crafted in rich solid mahogany, and Circa 1860 in date.
This magnifi...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Art Deco Burl Wood Bookcase or Display Cabinet, Circa 1920s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Art Deco bookcase or display cabinet
USA, Circa 1920s
Gorgeous book-matched burled walnut, with glass front and sides, and carved ball and claw feet. Cabinet loc...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Walnut, Burl
R. J. Horner Style Antique Victorian Carved Oak Triple Bookcase, Circa 1890s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Victorian or Renaissance Revival triple bookcase cabinet
In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co.
USA, Circa 1890s
Carved oak, with glass front doors. Cabinets lo...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
Japanese Antique Large Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Cupboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old, large Tansu made in Japan. It is an unusual style with a vertical structure, and is thought to have been made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). Unlike most horiz...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Vintage Adams Style Paint Decorated Display China Cabinet
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Vintage Adams Style Paint Decorated Display China Cabinet
Beautiful 20th century hand painted satinwood cabinet on console base by Yorkshire House. N...
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Satinwood
Antique Oak 25-Drawer Architect's Blueprint Flat File Cabinet by Hamilton
By Hamilton
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Arts & Crafts 25-drawer architect's blueprint flat file cabinet or printer's cabinet
By Hamilton Manufacturing Co.
USA, Circa 1900
Oak, with origina...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
French 18th Century Louis XV Solid Walnut & Inlay Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This French Provincial armoire from the 18th century is absolutely breathtaking in every detail. Stylistically the armoire reflects Louis XV taste, with a number of unexpected featu...
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
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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