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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
NVIN0539 Vintage Baker Mahogany Triple Dresser
Located in Annville, PA
A Vintage Baker Mahogany Triple Dresser brought you by Niagara Furniture. A classic furniture shape this chest features three drawers across the top section and two rows of two draw...
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1990s North American Renaissance Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Henkel Harris Georgian Solid Mahogany Dresser or Credenza
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style dresser or credenza
By Henkel Harris
USA, 1973
Solid mahogany, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 72"W x 20.5"D x 34"H.
Very good o...
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1970s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Newly Refinished - Californian Modern Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
Materials: Satin Lacquered Wood, Walnut, Metal Legs
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Paul McCobb "Linear Group" Dresser w/ Steel Accents for Calvin Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Art Deco Cathedral Display Cabinet with Ebonized Base, Vitrine, circa 1930
Located in Miami, FL
Superb 1930s Art Deco walnut cathedral display cabinet. Gorgeous mid to light tone walnut veneers, still with original working key and two glass shelves. Generously spaced interior, ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Antique Chinese Compartment Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese Compartment Cabinet with removable top chest. Made of Cypress wood with hand painting, a two part compartment cabinet with lower cabinet having two drawers with the ...
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Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cypress
18th century French Regency Bronze Mounted Commode By Louis Pelletier c. 1760
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite French Louis XV bronze-mounted commode is attributed to Louis Pelletier, one of the distinguished 18th-century ébénistes of Paris. With its serpentine front, bombe sid...
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1760s French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Breccia Marble
Antique English Jacobean Corner Cabinet Barley Twist Legs Oak Key TALL 1920s
Located in Tyler, TX
Antique English Jacobean Dark Oak Corner Cabinet with Open Shelves, Lower Cabinet and Key~~TALL~~c. 1920s
Carved upper sides with 3 open shelves and p...
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1920s English Jacobean Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Colonial Revival Secretary Desk w/ Glass Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Designer: Northwestern Cabinet Co.
Manufacturer: Northwestern Cabinet Co.
Materials: Mahogany, Original Glass, Patinated Brass Hadles
Crafted by Northwestern Cabinet Co. in the 1950s, this Colonial Revival Secretary Desk with Glass...
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1950s American Colonial Revival Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Spectacular Clove Display Vitrine Cabinet, English, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
Fabulous, original 1930s Art Deco display vitrine cabinet. Very unusual shape of which we haven't had before. This cabinet features a generously sized interior display area for your ...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Lead
Sarried Brass Trunk
By Sarried Ltd.
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a two drawer brass chest with copper nailheads on bun wood feet in good vintage condition. The brass could use some brasso cream but would lighten the brass
Category
1960s Spanish Campaign Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$1,800
Vintage Maddox Hepplewhite Style Mahogany Tambour Secretary Desk & Bookcase
Located in Dayton, OH
An exceptional vintage Hepplewhite-style secretary by Maddox, circa 1930s. This beautiful specimen is made from mahogany with an upper bookcase having double mullioned glass doors ov...
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1930s American Hepplewhite Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Monumental 19thC English Ebonised Oak Glazed Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890
Monumental 19thC English Ebonised Oak Glazed Bookcase
sku 2068
Together W252 x D38.5 x H254 cm
Base W244 x D38.5 x H101 cm
Base internal shelf 32 cm
Top W252 x D33 x H153...
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19th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Italian 1950s High Cabinet with Chevron Veneer and Functional Storage
Located in Rome, IT
This Italian high cabinet from the 1950s reflects mid-century design with a structured, elegant form. Crafted from exotic wood with a chevron vene...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Extremely Fine Italian Baroque Ebonized Wood, Faux Ivory, and Hardstone Cabinet
Located in Long Island City, NY
Extremely fine Italian Baroque ebonized wood, faux ivory, and hardstone cabinet, Florence, 20th century.
Decorated overall with Berainesque (light...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
$33,750 Sale Price
25% Off
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Raised Panel S-Roll Top Desk with Full Interior C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote***Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Raised Panel S Roll Top Desk with Full Drawer Interior Unsigned C1900
Measur...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Pine Two Door Six Panel Armoire
Located in Baltimore, MD
This good-looking two door armoire has a lovely honey color, relatively clear wood and an attractive grain pattern, as well as most of the features we like to find in a Central Europ...
Category
Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
$2,595 / item
Danish Gustavian Blue Painted Two-Part Pine Vitrine Cabinet
Located in Kastrup, DK
A beautiful two-part Gustavian display cabinet, crafted in pine and painted in an elegant blue tone with a light grey interior.
The upper section features a moulded cornice and two ...
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Early 19th Century Danish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Country Workshop, Chests of Drawers, Maple, Brass, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple and brass chests of drawers produced by Country Workshop, Newark, New Jersey, USA, c. 1950s.
Top drawer of one in pair presents with negligible loss
Overall Dimensi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Rare Artek Aalto Pascoe 8 Drawer dresser
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
This vintage chest of eight drawers was produced by Artek-Pascoe, a collaboration between the famed Finnish design company Artek—founded in 1935 by Alvar and Aino Aalto—and Pascoe. I...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch
Oak Slatted Credenza / Sideboard With Record Player Hatch
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood credenza / sideboard with slatted screen doors in white oak built by Material in Portland, Oregon. This piece is outfitted with a top hatch door for access to a space for ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Contemporary 14-Drawer Chest with a Wenge Finish & Lacquer Fronts
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sleek and functional chest of drawers is a beautiful example of modern design and customization. The main structure is crafted from wood with a deep, dark wenge finish that give...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old large Tansu made in Japan.
This furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
The material used is cedar wood. The iron metal fittings in the center add an...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Black Forest Sculptural Sideboard with Hand-Carved Legs in American Walnut
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece rooted in nature, the Black Forest Sideboard is defined by its bold, hand-carved legs—monumental forms that evoke ancient tree trunks or forest columns. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood
Japanese Antique Large Mizuya Tansu, Meiji Era '1868–1912', Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique large Mizuya Tansu was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912).
Finished with traditional Japanese urushi lacquer, the surface has deepened to a rich black over time, show...
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Stunning Mid century Oak Office 10 drawer Credenza by Florence knoll
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid Century Florence knoll Oak credenza. Featuring (10) drawers on a chrome square base that have adjustable leveling feet with chrome pull handles. Sleek and ready for use...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Northern 18th Century Baroque Commode Galbée in Bleached Oak
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Beautiful very charming Swedish Baroque commode Galbée in oak. Soft, undulating lines to the front. Stunning, authentic piece, proudly showing marks and repairs.
A piece of great ele...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Rustic Spanish Colonial Hacienda Cabinet w/ Hand-Carved Faces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Original Rustic Pine Wood Finish
Style: Spanish Colonial Revival
Capture the charm of Mexican Hacienda-style craftsmanship with t...
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1960s American Colonial Revival Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak 16-Drawer Architect's Blueprint Flat File Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Arts & Crafts 16-drawer architect's blueprint flat file cabinet, map file, or art cabinet
In the manner of Hamilton
USA, Circ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Massive Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A towering, 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or bookcase, handcrafted of mahogany with three glass-front doors for displaying treasured books, heirlooms, or trop...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Chinese Crackled Lacquer Noodle Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This painted Chinese cabinet dates to the mid-19th century and has a richly aged patina that only time can achieve. The narrow cabinet is finished with layers of dark brown and burgu...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Elm
Mid-Century Brutalist Wall Mounted Patchwork Cabinet Signed Paul Evans 68
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
An iconic design by legendary American studio craftsman Paul Evans, this mid-century Brutalist wall-mounted cabinet exemplifies his innovative artistry and bold industrial aesthetics...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Slate, Metal
Mid-Century Italian Venetian Hand Painted Chinoiserie Secretary Desk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a beautiful piece. This is a lovely mid-century Italian chinoiserie secretary desk. The coral and gilt interior makes such a vibrant statement. Each panel of the serpentine f...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Poplar
Pair Vintage Multicoloured Tomado Pocket Wall Racks by Adriaan Dekker, Holland
By Tomado
Located in London, Fitzrovia
A pair of mid-century multicoloured Tomado Pocket Wall Racks or shelves by Adriaan Dekker, Holland.
Hard to come by, especially as a pair.
Put together, they could also form a 3 ba...
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Rare Macey Sectional Bookcase made in Tiger Oak w/ Leaded Glass Doors.
By Macey Co.
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
This stunning Macey sectional bookcase is a masterpiece of early 20th-century design, probably customized to the client's needs and taste. Made with tiger oak, the bookcase features ...
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1920s American Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Drexel Heritage 'Devoncourt' Adams Style Mahogany Armoire TV Media Cabinet 89"
By Drexel
Located in Dayton, OH
Exquisite Drexel Heritage Devoncourt Adams Style TV Armoire, circa 1980s Made from mahogany with elegant matchbook veneered from ornately ...
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1980s American Adam Style Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Paint
$1,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Louis XVI Style Bookcase In Mahogany And Gilded Bronze
Located in BARSAC, FR
Beautiful and large Louis XVI style bookcase in solid mahogany decorated with very finely chiseled gilt bronze elements.
Architectural in shape with two projecting side blocks compo...
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Late 19th Century Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Large Antique Industrial Wooden Mahogany Chest of Drawers, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A very large mahogany bank of drawers. c.1920
Twelve drawers, with brass looped pulls above sliding cupboards. Constructed mostly from solid mahogany which has developed a beautif...
Category
Early 20th Century English Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Secretaire. Vienna, c. 1825
Located in Vienna, AT
Exceptional and Rare Viennese Biedermeier Secretaire – Vienna, circa 1825
A Masterpiece of Design, Craftsmanship, and Timeless Elegance
We are proud to present this elegant and rare...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Japanese Antique Drawer Storage 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old drawer storage made in Japan.
It is a historic piece of furniture made during the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s).
The material is cedar wood. The handles are m...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Dresser by Komfort
By Komfort
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Antique French Corner Cabinet Cupboard Storage with Drawer and Door
Located in Miami, FL
SUPERB Carved Antique French Walnut Corner Cabinet with Drawer and Door Circa 1890s-1900 Carved door with upper drawer and interior shelve in lower cabinet resting on a plinth base...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Antique Rare Fine Pair of French Marquetry and Gilt Bronze Mounted Commodes
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique fine French rare pair of early 20th century mahogany, fruitwood marquetry and gilt bronze mounted commodes In the Louis XVI Style, after the original model of the commode com...
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Early 20th Century English Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze, Other
Antique French Louis XVI Secretary Chest Commode, Carrara Marble
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French Louis XVI secretary chest of drawers topped with a white Carrara marble, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs and thorough dressed in bronze and brass details...
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1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Carrara Marble
Pine Two Door Armoire, Hungary
Located in Baltimore, MD
The bold crown of this typical Central European pine armoire comprises a pine ogee molding above a strip of hardwood gadroon molding. The wide swinging doors each have one long flat...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
$2,295 / item
Japanese Antique Drawer 1882s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a drawer storage made in Japan.
It was made in the Meiji (1882s), and the year is left in writing on the back.
Warm cedar wood is used for the material, and heavy iron is use...
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1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Pair, 19th Century Blue Gustavian Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chest of drawers with brass pulls on each drawer.
Three drawers, upper drawer decorated with simple vertical lines and diamonds. Canted fluted side p...
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Late 19th Century Danish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Italian 1950s Mid-Century Modern Walnut and Mirror Mosaic Dry Bar Cabinet
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Mid-Century Modern drinks dry bar cabinet with beautiful wood, black glass top, two doors and great brass linear decors and handles. When opened, on the right si...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Modern Minimal Yellow Aluminium Privacy Screen / Room Divider
By &New
Located in Leicester, GB
The Gray Screen is a freestanding room divider, named after the iconic modernist architect-designer Eileen Gray, a lover of screens. The large powder-coated aluminium curves introduc...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Large Four-Door Commode by Jules Leleu, Marquetry by Messager, circa 1948
By Jules Leleu
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jules Leleu (1883-1961) - "Vol de Papillons parmi des Fleurs Champêtres"(Flight of Butterflies among Country Flowers) - A Fine French Art Deco four-door rosewood sideboard, with ebon...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Antique Drawer with Bookcase 1860s-1920s / Nightstand Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a drawer storage with an attached book stand made in Japan.
It was produced between the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s). This antique furniture reflects the Japanese l...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Victorian Eastlake Black Marble-Top Washstand w/ Mirror & Floral Tiles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Mahogany, Burl Wood, Original Black Marble Top (Nero Marquina), Original Floral Ceramic Tiles
Dimensions:
67”H x 40.50”W x 18.25”D
Table Height 32.25"
Whispers of the 19th century—an Eastlake washstand...
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1940s American Eastlake Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Danish Brutalist Low Oak Sideboard attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Brutalist Oak Sideboard attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s.
Long and low Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern sideboard in solid Nordic white oak. Brutalist design by Henning K...
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1960s Danish Brutalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Teak Secretary Desk Bookshelf by Johannes Sorth for Bornholm Mobelfabrik
Located in Fulton, CA
Teak Danish Modern secretary desk with bookshelf designed by Johannes Sorth for Bornholm Mobelfabrik, Denmark. Circa. 1960's. Tambour doors open to 3 small drawers and pigeon hole fi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Göran Malmvall 'Sportstugemöbler' Corner Cabinet in Pine, 1950s
Located in Prague, New Town
'Sportstugemöbler' corner cabinet, designed by Göran Malmvall. Produced by Karl Andersson & Söner in Sweden, 1950s. Made from dark stained pine. Interior with two shelves, single doo...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Japanese Antique Large Stacking Tansu 1860s-1920s / Cabinet Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a Stacking Tansu made in Japan.
It was made between the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s), and is a traditional storage furniture with Japanese craftsmanship.
The materi...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Antique English Mahogany CORNER Display Shelf BARLEY TWIST Étagère Bookshelf
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Mahogany CORNER Display Shelf BARLEY TWIST Étagère Bookshelf.
Direct from England, a beautiful antique English corner shelf or ét...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Modern to Postmodern Lane Furniture 6 Drawer Dresser or Buffet White Off Lacquer
Located in Topeka, KS
Beautiful vintage Modern to Postmodern 6 drawer dresser, buffet, or credenza by Lane Furniture, composed of white lacquer & brass trim. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. It does have some small nicks/dings on a couple edges that have been touched up. Reporting this in an overabundance of caution as it is very hard to find or see. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1990’s.
NOTE: If you love this white lacquer & brass trim dresser...
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1990s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Composition, Brass
Mid Century American Martinsville Dania Dresser by Merton Gershun circa 1950/60s
Located in New York, NY
Iconic mid century dresser, designed by Merton Gershun, for American of Martinsville, as part of the classic Dania series, circa 1950/60's. The chest features a bank of three louvere...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
French 19th Century Mahogany Empire Enfilade
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A tremendous 19th century French enfilade of classic Empire styling, made of richly figured bookmatched mahogany adorned with gilt bronze accents. The original marble top of dark sto...
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18th Century French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Bronze
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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