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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
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Art Deco Burl Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted with a stunning rustic Mappa burl wood veneer, its golden honey tones and intricate wood grain patterns evoke a sense of warmth and sophistication.  Featuring three spacious...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wool, Burl

Art Deco Burl Chest
Art Deco Burl Chest
$4,144 / item
Classic White Double Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
The crisp white finish creates a bright, clean canvas that highlights the dresser's architectural elements, while decorative basket weave brass knobs add warmth and sophistication to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Georgian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Modern Toscana Vanity Table Oak Beige Leather Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Toscana Vanity Table, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The organic modern Toscana vanity table is a captivating blend of natural beauty and c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Arched Display Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Industrial Modern-inspired statement piece that combines elegance and functionality. Crafted with a sturdy wooden frame, this cabinet features an eye-catching arched design ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

French Provincial Style Credenza - Charleston Grey
Located in Westwood, NJ
Perfectly blending vintage aesthetics with practical functionality, this credenza is finished in a lightly distressed hand-rubbed Charleston Grey painted finish. The elegant gray fi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian Contemporary Haiku Shelf, Oakwood, Ashwood or Black
Located in Visby, SE
Haiku shelf in Scandinavian contemporary style is made in solid wood with modern cns-technique and traditional craftsmanship to manifest a product with est...
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2010s Swedish Minimalist Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Ash

Corbu Cabinet or Sideboard by DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the graphic motifs of Le Corbusier's mural paintings, the solid form of the Corbu cabinet is defined by rhythmically placed handles. Architec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Usm Haller Storage C1A18 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With one drop down door and one drawer. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome, Steel

'Athena' Natural Woodwork TV Holder and Media Credenza with Drawer
Located in Alto da Lapa, SP
Inspired by the sun blocks or brises soleil featured on Modernist architecture which has captivated Alessandra Delgado since the early days of her career as a designer, Athena credenza...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Walnut

"Il Pezzo 1 Credenza" sideboard in solid walnut - marble top - brass base
Located in Firenze, IT
An alternation of rounded shapes and geometrical lines, reassuming discipline and freedom, a composite, multiethnic plan in which each component and each material contributes to the ...
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2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Gold, Brass

Rotunda Trolley By André Fu Living
Located in Admiralty, HK
inspired by the grandeur of rotundas found in classical architecture, the rotunda trolley brings a sense of timeless elegance to your living space. with its graceful design and artis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Ash

Kartell Medium Bookworm Bookcase in Aluminum by Ron Arad
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An artist's creativity combined with a great company’s technology results in to a bookcase design of Industrial scale that can rightfully be considered the world’s most daring and re...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Plastic

Porchester Sideboard, Smoked Eucalyptus Handcrafted Cabinet with Mica Inlay
Located in London, GB
The Porchester cabinet, designed by Charles Burnand Studio has a smoked eucalyptus carcass with two doors inlaid with gold coloured mica petals and o...
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2010s British Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Modern 3-Doors Walnut Bookcase
Located in Milan, IT
Handcrafted of solid Daniela walnut, this remarkable bookcase is the epitome of artisan cabinetry. The linear silhouette and minimal details allow the rich wood grain to take center ...
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2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Liberty 3 Luxury Safe by Döttling
Located in New York, NY
Around the world, Döttling luxury safes find homes among select connoisseurs and enthusiasts of the finest locksmith artisanry. They originate from the Döttling manufactory in Sindelfingen – in the heart of a region, which contains well-known companies like Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, and which stands for Swabian ingenuity like no other. In this environment, we restore and build our bespoke safes with elaborate craftsmanship. What makes our objects so unique is our standard of unparalleled beauty and unique quality. We share this standard with our customers, putting it into practice every day. The Liberty is a true quality safe that meets the highest standards, without breaking all limits in terms of economic feasibility. Covered with the finest calfskin or high-gloss lacquered on the outside and elegant Alcantara inside, with high-gloss polished fittings and an opulent enclosed input unit, the Liberty is a true Döttling safe...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Leather

Amuneal's Blackened Stainless Steel + Oak Bar with Floating Glass Cabinets
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Blackened Stainless Steel + Oak Bar with Floating Glass Cabinets blends individual functionality with Minimalist detailing. The interi...
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2010s American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Steel

Modern Walnut Dresser
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This modern dresser is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each dresser is hand-made with solid walnut and finished with a beautiful matte commercial grade finish. I...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Vintage Black Display Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
Finished in a vintage black and featuring a charming straw wash interior. This cabinet serves as a striking focal point in any room, offering a sophisticated touch with its classic d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Laurameroni "Maxima" Sideboard in Bronze Liquid Metal & Marble by Bartoli Design
Located in Monza, IT
Wooden sideboard with Maxima carved flap doors and structure covered in liquid metal bronze. Legs with liquid metal finish and top in Gris Vigné marble. Equipped with 2 internal and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Konekt Pyramid Sideboard 3 Door Medium in Walnut, Goatskin Parchment and Brass
Located in New York, NY
The Pyramid Sideboard features three-dimensional doors hand-wrapped in natural goatskin parchment and framed subtly in satin brass. A recessed base gives the piece a floating appearance. Available in a variety of wood finishes and different size options. Please inquire for pricing of other finishes and sizes. Includes interior adjustable shelves. Drawers available upon request. TV lift...
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2010s American Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Retro Style Buffet Credenza, Barcode in Rainbow Colored Glass
Located in Naucalpan, Edo de Mex
The Buff-Heyyy is a retro style credenza designed by Orfeo Quagliata in collaboration with Taracea Furniture. An object of fused glass created with the exclu...
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2010s Mexican Other Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Liberty Barcelona Luxury Safe by Döttling
Located in New York, NY
Around the world, Döttling luxury safes find homes among select connoisseurs and enthusiasts of the finest locksmith artisanry. They originate from the Döttling manufactory in Sindel...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Leather

Nami Cabinet, 2 Door by DeMuro Das in Walnut and Solid Antique Bronze
Located in New York, NY
Named after the Japanese word for wave, the Nami Collection showcases bronzework in the form of swelling surf. The two-door cabinet’s richly textured, push-to-open fronts were cast u...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

"Il Pezzo 2 Nightstand" night table - solid walnut - Carrara marble - brass
Located in Firenze, IT
Classic, flowing and gentle contours, Il Pezzo 2 gives its own reading of time, old pieces inspiring familiar and comforting sensations. Crafted entirely from solid American walnut, ...
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2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Carrara Marble, Gold, Brass

Walnut Floating Shelving Unit Still Life Floating Shelf
Located in Birmingham, AL
This Floating Shelving Unit offers a new and modern take on Mid-century wall storage. Defined by sturdiness and minimalism, this Still Life floating shelving unit is available in nat...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Oslo Dresser in Cherry by Studio Moe
Located in Portland, OR
Simplicity and beauty intersect in this modern interpretation of a tradition design. Our Oslo cherry dresser features three deep dovetailed drawers nestled in an open frame. The draw...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Cherry

Dovetail 1 x 2 Vinyl Storage Cabinet
Located in Nyack, NY
Our Dovetail Vinyl Storage Cabinets utilize a “file drawer” approach to store LPs and allow you to easily flip through an entire record collection while enjoying a visual display of record cover art across the front of the cabinet. The design incorporates many of the same details found in our Dovetail Record Crates...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of bedside tables in walnut and stone effect glass handmade
Located in Guazzora, IT
This pair of handcrafted bedside tables, entirely handmade in Italy, represents an example of excellence in furniture design and workmanship. Each bedside table features two drawers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Modernist Tubular Steel Cabinet, Lacquered and Veneered Wood, Customizable
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist tubular steel cabined made of lacquered and veneered wood, customizable. Production time 12-14 weeks.
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2010s German Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Olival Sideboard TV Cabinet, Marble, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Olival Sideboard, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Olival marble TV cabinet draws inspiration from the sa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Quartz, Travertine, Brass, Stainless Steel

Amuneal's Black Wood, Steel, and Bronze Industrial Wall Mounted Shelving
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Charred Pine, Steel and Bronze Shelving with Formed Returns. This single bay Loft Shelving Series unit is wall-mounted to support five shelves, using custom machined brass fittings on bent steel posts. Amuneal’s proprietary machined hardware clamps onto the posts so that the shelves can be easily adjusted at any time. The burnt oak shelves are milled in house from pine before being hand-finished using the traditional Shou Sugi Ban process of burning the wood. Ebonized oak is a similar looking alternative black wood option. Once completed, the shelves are sealed with a protective coating that keeps that burnt finish from rubbing off. The combination of blackened steel posts, machined and patinated brass hardware and the charred oak shelves make this a stunning and sculptural shelving...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Steel, Brass

Rattan Wrapped Tall Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
Wrapped in a natural rattan finish and paired with a crisp True White interior, this cabinet brings texture, warmth, and lightness to any interior setting. A glass-front door reveals...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Rattan, Glass, Wood

21st Gifford Desk Oak Wood Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Wood Tailors Club
Located in RIO TINTO, PT
The Gifford Desk transports you to a refined workspace reminiscent of exquisite charm. Inspired by George Hay, Earl of Gifford, this stunning desk is meticulously crafted from wood, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Olival Sideboard, Onyx Stone Brass, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Olival Sideboard, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Olival marble bar cabinet draws inspiration from the s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Copper, Brass, Stainless Steel

Audio Storage Credenza for Vinyl Records Walnut Wood with Black Steel Base
Located in Birmingham, AL
The Max Audio Storage Credenza has sleek lines and modern use of traditional joinery to act as an LP lovers vinyl record storage and a surface for audio equipment. Images shown are in Walnut Wood with Black Steel Base. Solid and plywood materials are combined with a hand-fabricated steel base for durability and aesthetics. Urban hardwood...
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2010s American American Craftsman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Lucite and Walnut floating Desk
Located in Ballard, CA
A highly engineered modernist desk made from a walnut (or oak, mahogany, or rosewood veneer) case “floating” on a Lucite base, which is affixed by custom-designed hardware. Custom si...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Nami Cabinet, 4 Door by DeMuro Das in Walnut Burl and Solid Antique Bronze
Located in New York, NY
Named after the Japanese word for wave, the Nami Collection showcases bronzework in the form of swelling surf. The four-door cabinet’s richly textured, push-to-open fronts were cast ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Custom Made Sideboard With Lower Shelf & Cutlery Drawer In Matte Oak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Smooth, curved, and distinctly contemporary, this capsule-shaped sideboard features a softly rounded silhouette that brings a sense of quiet sophistication to any interior. The body ...
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2010s European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

"Decò" Cabinet in Murano Glass Mirror, Handcrafted by Fratelli Tosi
Located in Murano Venezia, IT
Luxurious cabinet, reproduction of Classic furniture in style Art Deco ' of the 21st century, produced by Fratelli Tosi, designed by Fratelli Barbini Glass Mirror composed of two front doors, covered in antique Murano mirror...
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2010s Italian Other Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Art Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass

Biloba Marble Sideboard, Cocktail Cabinet, Handmade Portugal Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Art Deco style Biloba Sideboard, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Biloba marble sideboard celebrates Po...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Onyx, Travertine, Statuary Marble, Brass

Customizable Italian Art Deco Style Ivory White Glass Brass Modern Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Bespoke customizable 4-door console credenza/sideboard entirely handcrafted in Italy with elegant Art Deco style and Hollywood Regency glam, the surround decorated with art glass in an elegant ivory cream, striped with brass inserts, raised on splayed brass legs, with unique geometric handles...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Grey Lines Pattern Inlay Side Board Handcrafted by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your home with Artisanal's exquisite grey inlay sideboard — a stunning addition that seamlessly blends timeless craftsmanship with modern sophistication. Adorned with intricate line pattern, this sideboard showcases the artistry of traditional bone inlay...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Bone, Wood

Brass Sideboard with 24 Green Murano Jewels - Black Velvet Interior available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Brass sideboard with 24 green Murano jewels - Black velvet interior available This exquisite brass sideboard, inspired by the moon, captivates with its intricately chiseled surface,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

"Perf" Bar Cabinet in Varnished Steel by Moroso for Diesel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Perf" is a bar cabinet, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, in varnished steel black mat, with doors in varnished steel available in these colors: copper, b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Cheshire Sideboard, Marble Lines andwood
Located in San Pedro Garza García, N.L.
Inspired by the enigmatic smile of the Cheshire Cat, this sculptural credenza explores illusion, contrast, and refined craftsmanship. Its top surface is composed of alternating strip...
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2010s Mexican Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

Solomia Straw Marquetry Cabinet Art Deco Solid Wood Terracotta Blue Black Inlay
Located in Warsaw, PL
Solomia Straw marquetry Art Deco wood cabinet terracotta blue black natural by RUDA Studio The cabinet Solomia is inspired by the fertilit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Tall Dark Oak Two Door Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
A modern rustic-style oak two-door cabinet with mirrored herringbone parquetry doors. It is adorned with elegant Verde Bronze knobs and rests upon tapered legs. Dimensions: 38" w x...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Batavia Black Rustic Country Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
This stunning piece is crafted to provide ample storage while adding a touch of sophistication to your home decor. Constructed from high-quality solid mahogany, this long cabinet en...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

English Yew Wood Modesty Panel Desk
Located in Woodbury, CT
This pedestal desk features a modesty panel as well as two file drawers and three-piece parchment and green, tooled leather. A center inset gives the nor...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Leather, Yew

French Provincial Bookcase - Vintage Cream
Located in Westwood, NJ
The cabinet is painted in a lightly distressed Vintage Cream finish, giving it an aged patina that feels both elegant and lived-in. The interior, finished in crisp Westin White, offe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian French Provincial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Modern 51" LP Storage Media Console Entertainment Cabinet
Located in Nyack, NY
The Aero 51" LP media console provides a place for your turntable, audio components, and up to 120 of your favorite albums. Our Aero cabinets feature ...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Walnut

Contemporary Brutalist Style Commode in Solid Oak 'Custom Size'
Located in Paris, IDF
Commode / Chest of Drawers made of solid oak (+ linseed oil) by Denis Milovanov for SOHA Concept Measures: 85 x 122 x 56 cm - Custom size on request SÓHA design studio conceives and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Aero Media Console for Sonos with Vinyl Record Storage in Solid Natural Walnut
Located in Nyack, NY
The Aero 76" media console provides a place for your turntable, one or two Sonos speakers, CD/DVDs, and up to 360 of your favorite albums. This cabinet is compatible with Sonos One, ...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Walnut

Pair of Antique Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Constructed from hand-rubbed ash burl and walnut, the chest exudes a warm, natural elegance, enriched by its unique wood grain patterns. Equipped with soft-close technology, the draw...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

French Directoire style 3-door hand-crafted buffet in solid cherry wood
Located in Landivy, FR
This 3-door buffet is a craft handed reproduction of the world-renowned French Directoire style, which dates back to the end of the 18th century. This range is characterized by stra...
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2010s French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Modern Mystic Six Door Armoire with Chelsea Base by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Modern Mystic Six Door Armoire features Six Touch-Latch Doors with panels of hand-painted Mystic Champagne Glass. The body of the piece is Oak with a Sand Finish, and it is raise...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Dot Dresser, Modern Bleached Oak Dresser w/ Sphere Detail & Metal Plinth
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
The Dot Dresser is a testament to exquisite craftsmanship and contemporary elegance. Designed by the renowned Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz, this dresser features a captivating architectural sculpted wood sphere detail that adds a touch of artistry to its sleek modern design. The metal plinth...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Black Burl Art Deco Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
This sideboard is beautifully shown in an exquisite Tamo ash burl veneer, featuring rich and unique grain patterns that exude luxury. The bold silent black finish enhances its timel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Agresti Lei Lui Armoire with Safe
Located in New York, NY
Armored jewelry armoire in matte Canaletto walnut or polished white bird’s eye maple and 24 karats gold hardware. Inside, safe with biometric o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Gold

Amuneal's Blue Lacquer Bar Cabinet with Brass Countertop and Integral Sink
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Blue Lacquer Bar Cabinet with Brass Countertop and Integral Sink features hand-polished lacquered cabinet doors and drawer faces inlayed with buffed brass and integral pulls to create a modern, tailored statement. The composition of the lower cabinet is set off against a polished and patinated brass counter, which brings a timeless nuance to this modern design. Amuneal’s collector's wall hung shelves...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Vintage Storage Cabinets and Antique Case Pieces for Sale: Shop Credenzas, Sideboards, Bookcases and Dressers on 1stDibs

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

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