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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Antique 19th Century Mahogany Dovetailed Blanket Storage Trunk Chest Coffer 42"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique early 19th century mahogany blanket chest / storage trunk or coffer featuring rustic hand dovetailing with inlaid fruitwood escutcheon. Dimensions: 41.5" x 17" d x 16 1/4"
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Early 19th Century Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Antique English Pine Dresser With Painted French Line Motif and Marble Top
Located in Centennial, CO
A classic antique late 19th century English pine chest of drawers with painted black French lining around the perimeter of the drawer fronts and a removable black and white marble to...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old drawer storage chest made in Japan. It dates back to the Meiji era (1860s–1920s) and is crafted from Japanese cedar wood. The metal fittings are made of iron. The...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1920s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a small drawer storage made in Japan. The furniture was made between the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s) and is made of cedar wood. Iron is used for the handles, and t...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Art Deco Amsterdamse School Bookcase by Piet Kramer, 1916
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School bookcase. Design by Piet Kramer. Striking Dutch design from around 1916. Solid oak base with on top two secret storage spaces. Lock a...
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1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

19th Century German Biedermeier Bookcase with Columns, Walnut, circa 1825
Located in Greven, DE
Antique Biedermeier bookcase with full columns Southern Germany (Baden) Walnut Biedermeier around 1825 Dimensions: H x W x D: 213 x 117 x 48 cm Description: Antique display cabine...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Custom Made Two-Door Cabinet Crafted from Solid Oak with Plaster Finish
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This captivating two-door cabinet is a testament to refined craftsmanship, blending diverse textures and materials to create a truly unique statement piece. The body of the cabinet i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Plaster

Antique American Primitive Colonial Cherry Wood 2 Door Hutch Cupboard Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique American Primitive Colonial Cherry Wood Glass 2 Door Hutch Cupboard Cabinet w...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Primitive Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood, Cherry

Svend Langkilde rosewood Cabinet for Illums Bolighus, Denmark 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful cabinet in rosewood desgined by Svend Langkilde for Illums Bolighus, Denmark 1960s. Two doors with brass hinges and an interior with two shelves and four drawer that also c...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

French Art Deco Mahogany Marquetry Inlay Lowboy Buffet Sideboard Chest
Located in Dayton, OH
French Provincial Art Deco era Chest of Drawers, circa 1930s. Features a mahogany frame with matchbook burled veneer. The rectangular frame has one large streamline cornucopia carv...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

18th Century Italian Louis XVI Solid Walnut Antique Chest of Drawers, Restored
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this elegant antique Italian chest of drawers dating back to the second half of the 18th century, Louis XVI period. An extremely refined chest of drawers, whose characteri...
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Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Vintage Asian Oriental Style Cherry Wood Bureau Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Carved Cherry Wood A stunning vintage Asian Oriental-style bureau dresser, crafted from richly carved cherry wood and dating to the...
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1970s American Other Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cherry

Italian Contemporary Mid-Century Style Geometric Wood Sideboard
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful sideboard designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid wood, a big rectangular leg , 5 folding doors with vertical geometric moldings. In style of M...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Børge Mogensen Teak Sideboard with China Legs of Oak Made for FDB Møbler 1950s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish architect Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) sideboard with china legs and 2 doors, inside drawers and adjustable shelves. The cabinet is made of teak outside, the frame and legs of ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Mid-Century Space Age Softline Wall Unit System by Otto Zapf for In Design/Zapf
Located in Hamburg, DE
Very rare cupboard system from the SoftLine series by In Design/Zapf based on a design by Otto Zapf from the late 1960s. A striking design object with function. As a storage option ...
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1960s German Space Age Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Lifetime Furniture Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Double Bookcase, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period double bookcase cabinet By Lifetime Furniture USA, Circa 1900 Quarter sawn oak, with mullioned glass front doors, and original ...
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Copper

1950s Japanese vintage solid wood rectangular open shelf unit wabi sabi japandi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from a residence in Ibaraki pref., Japan. This vintage, open back rectangular shelving unit was manufactured in circa 1950s to 70s, estimate from the style & material. Mad...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Organic Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Hardwood

Willy Rizzo Sequoia Burl and Black Lacquer Display Cabinet with Glass Doors 1970
Located in Almelo, NL
Willy Rizzo Sequoia Burl and Black Lacquer Display Cabinet with Glass Doors, 1970s Elegant, bold, and timeless—this rare Sequoia Burl Display Cabinet, designed by Willy Rizzo for Ma...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Burl

Bunny Williams Home Pencil Stripe Etagere
Located in New York, NY
One of Bunny’s favorite recent finds was an antique, hand-painted waterfall bookcase, which inspired our new Pencil Stripe Etagere, perfect for your favorite first editions and treas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique French Charles X Classical Secrétaire à Abattant Desk Chest Walnut 1825
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & elegant antique French Charles X figured walnut secretaire abattant, circa 1825. A high quality French figured walnut secretary chest from the first quarter of the 1800s, the slightly over hanging top with canted edges and a conforming shaped base, with a single long drawer to the top. Below is a locking fall front writing surface enclosing a fitted interior, the original key is present, it is fitted with pigeon holes & six drawers, with the original ebony pulls. The writing surface is supported with a pair of arched shaped brass supports, the writing surafce is robust & sturdy and is great to work to with your laptop or just to write on! To the base are three graduated drawers providing plenty of useful storage, all of the drawers run smooth and with ease, the secretary chest is raised on bracket feet. Condition is excellent, all of the original brass hardware is present, the secretary is in excellent condition, no damage or restoration and it has the original warm, mellow finish. This very elegant antique French secretary...
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1820s French Charles X Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Theodore Alexander Antique Wood Castle Bromwich Collection Inlaid Sideboard
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 40 1/2 in W: 56 1/4 in D: 20 in Elevate your interior with this exceptional Theodore Alexander Castle Bromwich Sideboard, a masterful example of refined craftsmansh...
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20th Century Unknown Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Florentino Black Cabinet With Colourfully Painted Interior - IN STOCK
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The Florentino Cabinet is meticulously made to order and fully customizable to suit individual preferences. The interior mural can be tailored specifically to the unique ideas and vi...
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2010s Canadian Bohemian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birdseye Maple, Oak, Walnut

Highboard vintage 60's wooden sideboard Italian design
Located in None, IT
Tall sideboard with wooden frame, with four drawers, two hinged doors and one drop-down door, there is a pull-out tray, Italian design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition, shows si...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Swedish Modern Chest of Drawers by Axel Larsson in Birchwood, Bodafors, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
Wonderful little chest of drawers by Axel Larsson made in the 1930s at Svenska Möbekfabrikkerne, Bodafors, Sweden. Veneered in flamed birch with buds in hardwood. The 1000 series was...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood, Birch

American Designer, Shelf, Walnut, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut shelf or console table designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Refinished.  Dimensions: 45.75” H x 94.25” W x 24.5” D
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Mid Century Wooden and Metal "Bloc" Charlotte Perriand Sideboard Cabinet, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very rare French mid century "Bloc" sideboard cabinet in black lacquered metal, veenered mahogony wood with three white and black laminated sliding doors by Charlotte Perriand for ...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Japanese Antique Large Kuruma Tansu 1800s-1860s / Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old, large, Japanese-made Kuruma-Tansu. Made in the Edo period (1800s-1860s), it is a powerful and dignified piece, the culmination of the skills and aesthetic sense of th...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Carlo Jensen Rosewood Credenza with Bi-Folding Door
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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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Rosewood

1960s Italian Cabinet
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Credenza with Cane Doors and Black Laminate Case by Florence Knoll
Located in Dorchester, MA
This sideboard exemplifies Florence Knoll's classic clean-lined aesthetic. The black laminate case sits on a steel base and features handsome cane sliding doors with leather pulls. I...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Steel

19th-C. French Art Nouveau Carved Oak Floral China Cabinet / Sideboard / Hutch
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 19th century French carved oak Art Nouveau china cabinet. It has wonderful sinewy foliage and flowers framing the sides with a...
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Mirror, Oak

Large Danish Henning Kjærnulf Sideboard Oak with 4 Doors Brutalist Style 1970s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Sideboard by designer Henning Kjærnulf. Most likely manufactured by the Danish company Nyrup Møbelfabrik/ EG Furniture, Denmark in the 1970s. The country and brutalist style sideboa...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Mid-Century Danish Modern Bar Cabinet - Classic 1960s Scandinavian Design
Located in Dallas, TX
The right side of the cabinet features a drop-front door that opens to reveal a dry bar with an illuminated shelf, perfect for showcasing cocktail and wine glasses. A thoughtful cuta...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Beech, Teak

Teak Wall Mounted Storage Cabinet with Tambour Doors
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Teak Wall Mounted Storage Cabinet circa 1970 Manufacturer Stamp on the Back Unique floating wall mounted storage cabinets. Easily mounted. Teak with tambour sliding doors. Two stora...
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Mid-20th Century Thai Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Futuristic Cherry Sideboard or Cabinet by Muhly with Stainless Steel Knobs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by cabinets with graphic and metal details from the 1930s — as well as the candy buttons we all remember from our childhood — the Bon Console is meant to stand out in a room...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

1970s Macassar Ebony Credenza by Milo Baughman for John Stuart Mid Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Exquisite 1970s Macassar Ebony Credenza designed by renowned mid-century modernist Milo Baughman for John Stuart. This piece exemplifies Baughman's signature minimalist aesthetic wit...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Macassar

Milo Baughman Modernist Walnut Dresser for Glenn of California
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 American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Alma Dresser, in Summer Aged Oak and Crema Marble, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A honed marble top sets a refined tone, while bronze hardware invites a subtle touch of warmth. The form is understated yet striking—solid wood in a minimalist silhouette, balanced o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Bronze

Unique Low Cabinet with Intarsia by Viktor Lurje for Wiener Werkstätte c. 1926
By Viktor Lurje, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique low cabinet with intarsia designed by the architect, artist and craftsman Viktor Lurje (1883-1944) and manufactured by Wiener Werkstätte GmbH, circa 1926. Together with Oskar ...
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1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Painted Corner Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
A striking late 18th-century Gustavian period corner cabinet from Sweden, featuring the classic neoclassical elegance of the era. Crafted in two parts, the cabinet showcases paneled ...
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Oak Six Stack Barrister Bookcase C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Globe Wernicke Mission Arts & Crafts Oak Six Stack Barrister Bookcase C1920. Measures - ...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Nightstand Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old small drawer storage made in Japan. The furniture was made in the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). The material is cedar wood and the handles are made of iron. The design i...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Vintage Stickley Mission Oak Entertainment Center Signed 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Vintage Stickley Mission Oak Entertainment Center Signed 20thC. Measures - 50.75"H x 43.5"W x 23...
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20th Century Mission Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

19thC English Oak Glazed Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890 19thC English Oak Glazed Bookcase Cabinet sku 2051D Price is each W135.5 x D34.5 x H229 Internal shelf depth 28.5cm Weight 86k
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19th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Pair of Two Low Cabinets in white Oak by Henry Kjærnulf, Denmark ca. 1970
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of Beautiful small cabinets or consoles Designed by Henry Kjærnulf and produced in Denmark around 1970. Made from white oak that has attained a beautiful patina and color over t...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Original Mid Century Modern G Plan Teak Fresco Long 4 Door Drawer Credenza 1966
Located in Portland, OR
A fine & long Mid-Century Modern Danish Style Teak Credenza by G Plan, from the "Fresco" range, 1966. The credenza having a central bank of four graduated drawers flanked by cup...
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Mid-century inspired Floe bookcase in walnut
Located in Goshen, IN
Inspired by mid-century modernism, Floe is made from solid hardwood using real joinery. With its low profile, Floe will fit nicely under a window by the wall, or against the back of...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood, Walnut

Early 20th Century Mahogany Hepplewhite Metropolitan Demi-lune Cabinet
Located in Louisville, KY
Sophistication of the early 20th century, at its finest. This early 20th century mahogany Hepplewhite Demi-lune cabinet with a single door and two she...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Mid Century Ash & Walnut Wardrobe From Jitona, 1960s
Located in Żory, PL
This mid-century modern wardrobe from the 1960s was manufactured by Jiton in the Czech Republic. The wardrobe is made of two types of wood - ash and walnut. The wardrobe has origina...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique Serpentine Entry Stand Dresser w/ Pink Marble Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Antique Red-Stained Maple, Original Pink Marble, Ornate Brass Pulls Style: American Antique This exquisite American antique entry stand...
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1940s American Other Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

Mid-Century-Inspired Floe Bookcase in Cherry
Located in Goshen, IN
Inspired by mid-century modernism, Floe is made from solid hardwood using real joinery. With its low profile, Floe will fit nicely under a window by the wall, or against the back of...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood, Cherry

Antique Globe Wernicke Four Section Glazed Stacking Barrister's Bookcase
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Antique Globe Wernicke Four Section Iron Banded Glazed Stacking Barrister's Bookcase 1920s Comes apart in sections for easy transportation. Set of 4 Compartments. Globe-Wernicke...
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
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 desig...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Orrefors Crystal Crown Bowl
Located in Riverdale, NY
Orrefors Crystal Crown Bowl of heavy lead crystal from the 1970's. Perfect for candies or decoration. Signed Orrefors on base, likely designed by Lars Hellsten who created similar sh...
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass

Weave 196, Credenza from Ringvide. Solid Oak wood, natural oil. Scandinavian
Located in Visby, SE
Weave 196 Oak natural oil Oak credenza, made of solid oak wood and laminated oak veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the cabinet serves as a great example of scandinavian contemporary design. Designed by Lukas Dahlén. The minimal yet expressive Weave credenza is made of solid oak wood and oak veneér. Inspired by the most common kind of wood and weed weaving the Weave credenza represents an enlarged version of the technique of weaving something soft around a more stable structure. The top and bottom plane of the credenza is held together by sticks kept together like a Windsor chair. Since first shown in Milan 2012, salone satellite, it has received a lot of attention worldwide. Standard sizes: Weave 196 Weave 133...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch

Representative Secretaire, William and Mary Period (1689–1702), London c. 1690
Located in Greding, DE
Representative secretary with a drop-front writing surface, richly inlaid with various fine woods, set on a tall stand adorned with engraved pewter bands, in the style of Thomas Pist...
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1690s English William and Mary Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Walnut

Henredon Scene II Burl Waterfall Credenza
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This is an exceptional Olive Wood Burl and Macassar Ebony credenza from Henredon's Scene Two collection. This credenza features a beautiful book matched veneer with the beautiful gr...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Macassar, Burl

Credenza from Ringvide, Weave Frame, Birch Wood, natural oil. Scandinavian
Located in Visby, SE
Weave frame Sideboard, made of solid wood and laminated veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the cabinet serves as a great example of scandinavian contemporary design. Designed by Lukas Dahlén. The minimal yet expressive sideboard weave is made of solid birchwood and birchveneér. Inspired by the most common kind of wood and weed weaving the Weave sideboard...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Oak

Antique 16th Century German Dark Brown oak carved Stollentruhe Trunk or Chest
Located in Casteren, NL
Rare and early German Stollentruhe, dating from around 1620. This compact 17th-century oak chest combines historical significance with visual prese...
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Early 17th Century German Renaissance Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Antique Stickley School Oak 2 Door Bookcase With Leaded Glass c1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Stickley School Oak 2-Door Bookcase With Leaded Glass Unsigned C1920 Measures - 60 1/2" x 48 ...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

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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