Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
1980s Edwardian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1980s British Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Austrian Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Beech
2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Terrazzo
Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Terrazzo
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Poplar
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1890s English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Blown Glass, Walnut
1980s Edwardian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Hardwood, Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
19th Century British Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Satinwood
Late 19th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s Scandinavian Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wrought Iron
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1890s English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
2010s Dutch Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cherry
Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Other
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 1900s Scottish Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
1920s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1930s Edwardian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1910s French Edwardian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
1910s German Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
2010s Emirian Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Fiberglass, Polystyrene, Lacquer, Paint
1880s French Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1930s French Edwardian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Satinwood
Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Satinwood
Early 20th Century Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
Late 19th Century Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Paint
1920s Dutch Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany, Walnut
1890s Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Satinwood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Ceramic, Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
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.