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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Antique Victorian Mahogany Stationary Box w. Perpetual Calendar, Bramah Improved
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and mint condition, antique desk or table piece. This rare and beautifully crafted Victorian luxury letter box is a true testament to 19th-century craftsmanship and ingenuity. Made from rich, solid wood with a deep, warm patina, it blends functional design with timeless elegance. More than just a storage piece, this is a refined system for organizing correspondence, complete with a built-in perpetual calendar and integrated writing panel. Behind the sleek double doors—one of which locks with its key—you’ll find a cleverly designed interior fitted with multiple compartments for letters, documents, and notes. At the top is a charming perpetual calendar with original sliders displaying the day, date, and month—an eye-catching and practical feature. What truly sets this piece apart are the two fold-out panels inside each door. One features a removable writing surface, ideal for jotting down notes with a pencil or crayon. The opposite panel includes straps for securing cards or memos. In addition, there are hidden drawers and compartments for pens, stamps, or other stationery, making this a uniquely functional piece for both historical display and modern-day use. The box features two front doors—one with its original Bramah lock, marked “Bramah Improved”, a renowned name in high-security locks since the 18th century.—perhaps a postmaster, a ship's purser, or a gentleman's estate office. So, if you would rather sit down and write someone a real letter or postcard then, in our view, you will be the right custodian for this stylish and beautifully made antique. Mind you, our fair price for this great value for money antique even includes perfect packing and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 days. Maximum width x height x depth when closed: 16.2 x 14.4 x 10.1 inches. Ideal for: *Collectors of antique desk accessories or postal items. *Interior decorators looking for a unique office or library statement piece. *A refined and functional letter organizer. *An exceptional gift for lovers of history and craftsmanship. . We are driven by a passion for uniqueness, timeless, quality, stylish design, and the enduring craftsmanship of the past. Every purchase is carefully and thoughtfully packed — and we look forward to serving you (again). To explore all our 1000+ listings, simply click the button labeled 'View All From Seller'. Tags, Victorian letter box, antique desk organizer...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

1970s Garrison Mid Century Walnut 2 Door China Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This 1970s Garrison Mid Century walnut china cabinet exemplifies timeless craftsmanship and elegant design. Featuring two spacious doors, it offers ample storage for your fine china ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

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

French 19th Century Walnut Empire Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A handsome French Empire walnut commode from the 19th century, circa 1850. The top planks still bear the low ridges across the grain from being cut and milled by hand nearly two cent...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Italian Design Bar Set in the Style of Joe Colombo, 1960s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This is a beautiful and sophisticated piece of mid-century furniture. The Italian design of the 60s is distinctive and evident in this bar set. This design line and its qualities mak...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chrome

Vintage Steel Top Display Table / Kitchen Island
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Printer’s Imposing Table by Hamilton Manufacturing Co. Overall Dimensions: 35 1/2" x 51 1/2" x 38" high Large Drawer: 16 /2" deep x 30 1/2" wide x 4 1/2" high Small Drawers...
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Early 20th Century American Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Ideale writing desk #1 by Dale Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Aesthetics and functionality combine in the Ideale solid wood desk. A piece of high-quality craftsmanship tailor-made for everyday use as well as to furnish with style. The desk feat...
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2010s Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Vittorio Introini for Proposals Wall Unit in Steel and Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vittorio Introini for Proposals wall unit or library, glass, steel, brass, Italy, 1970s This exceptional made-to-order wall unit was designed by Vittorio Introini and manufactured b...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Pair of Bookcases in Teak by Børge Mogensen, 1950's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Bookcases in Teak by Børge Mogensen, 1950's Additional Information: Material: Teak Style: Mid century, Scandinavian Produced by C. M. Madsen in Denmark Dimensions (W x D x H...
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Expertly Restored - Axel Christiansen Teak Tambour-Door Credenza for Aco Mobler
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 precis...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Teak

Modern Mira Console Table, Onyx Miel, Brass, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Mira Console, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Mira onyx console table stands out as a bold expression of modern sophistication. Inspired...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass

Vintage Iron Medical Cabinet, 1960’s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Polish medical cabinet, produced in the 1960’s. Made of iron and glass. Elegant design with rounded corners. On the inside three clothes hooks and 4 glass shelves. The cabinet has be...
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1960s Polish Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

20th Century, Gio Ponti for Dassi Wooden Sideboard 1950s
Located in Turin, Turin
An eclectic personality, from his early days he was active in the fields of architecture, painting, graphics and set design. He graduated in architecture from the Milan Polytechnic i...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Sarried Brass Trunk
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
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1960s Spanish Campaign Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Vintage Steel Double Stack Flat File
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Green Steel Flat File with 10 Drawers by Lyon, Aurora, IL *4 drawers have dividers the other 6 do not* Overall Dimensions: 29" x 40" x 41" high Top Dimensions: 27 3/4" x 4...
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Mid-20th Century American Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Steel

IKEA ‘MTP’ Wardrobe by Marian Grabinski for IKEA, 1963, Natural Oak
By IKEA
Located in Beerse, VAN
Beautiful IKEA wardrobe that was designed as a wedding gift for Ingvar Kamprad, the founder of IKEA. The wardrobe is made of natural oak veneer with all edges in full oak, which lim...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Early XIX Light Blue Floral Painted Alpine Chest
Located in Vo', Veneto
Painted Tyrolean Chest, Blue Measurements: H. 88 cm - W. 149 cm - D. 64 cm Period: about 1810 Origin: Tyrol Wood: Fir Description: Beautiful and large painted Tyrolean chest, entir...
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1810s Austrian Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fir

Antique Marquetry Inlaid Bookcase 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Victorian Sheraton Revival top quality flame mahogany and marquetry inlaid bookcase, masterfully crafted in rich solid mahogany and attributed to the reno...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Mid Century Metal and Glass Dispaly Shelf after Weinberg
Located in New York, NY
Architectural Mid Century metal and glass freestanding shelf unit, having six drop in glass shelves, mounted in a solid squared stock iron frame. The shelf is in very good, clean, ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wrought Iron

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

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Wood

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Flame Mahogany and Parcel Painted Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style three-drawer dresser or chest of drawers Attributed to Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Satinwood case, with beautiful book-matched flame maho...
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1920s American French Provincial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

English 19th Century Sheraton Secretary
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A slender mahogany bureau bookcase with secretary desk, made in England, circa 1820. The secretary’s upper body is crowned with a broken pediment–a classic Sheraton feature–above gla...
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19th Century English Sheraton Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pine Two Door Armoire
Located in Baltimore, MD
Built from heavier stock than most, and with a beautiful color and lots of character, this sturdy little two door armoire is unusual and interesting. The crown is plain, like those ...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Late Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Antique 19th Century American Chippendale Cherry Chest of Drawers
Located in Centennial, CO
Antique mid to late 1800s solid cherry Chippendale style American dresser. The secondary wood (drawer construction) is pine. This dresser is made of single wood plank construction th...
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Late 19th Century American Chippendale Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

c.1960s Guillerme et Chambron Two Door Oak Cabinet Edition Votre Maison
Located in London, GB
This is a two-door oak cabinet designed by Guillerme et Chambron and produced by Edition Votre Maison. The cabinet is crafted from waxed oak, giving it a warm and natural finish. Its...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ceramic, Oak

Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Nightstand Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old small drawer storage made in Japan. It was made between the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s) and is made of cedar wood. The handles are made of iron, giving it a...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cedar

An Art Nouveau / craftsman pine tall narrow cabinet, early 20th century
Located in View Park, CA
A very rare hand-crafted Art Nouveau / Craftsman pine wooden tall, narrow cabinet, turn of the century. This piece is also oft referred to as a lingerie chest. Note the hand-carved d...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Expertly Restored - Hans J. Wegner RY-20 Teak Wood Credenza with Glass Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans J. Wegner RY-20 Teak Credenza with Glass Doors for Ry Mobler Manufacturer Ry Mobler ________________________________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mi...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood, Teak

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer primitive / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old black-lacquered drawer storage unit made in Japan. The original handles still have old ropes attached, suggesting it is very old. It is thought to date from the Ed...
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cedar

Reclaimed Elm Wood Storage Cabinet with Doors and Drawers
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
The Luna Triple Cabinet is a reclaimed wood cabinet that is beautifully crafted and the perfect storage solution. Please note this item is handcrafted and slight variations can be e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Elm

Large Antique Zanzibar Chest, East African Teak, Brass, Storage Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a large antique Zanzibar chest. An East African, teak and brass storage trunk, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. Wonderf...
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1850s Zanzibari Early Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Regency Revival Display China Hutch 1890
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique late 19th century Regency Revival inlaid mahogany china hutch cabinet in excellent condition, circa 1890. The cabinet of serpentine shape including the glass panels, t...
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Late 19th Century English Regency Revival Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany, Satin, Glass, Ebony, Satinwood

Antique German Pine Locking Pie or Larder Cabinet
Located in Centennial, CO
A beautiful, rustic antique pine larder or pie cabinet cupboard that dates from the late 1800s in Germany. These cabinets were used in kitchens throughout eastern Europe, for food st...
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Late 19th Century Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Tin

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

Modern Minimal Room Divider Dressing Room Privacy Screen in Burgandy
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 introduce...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Refinished Mid Century Modern Credenza by Kent Coffey Predicta Line. C 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Fully Restored Mid Century Modern Credenza by Kent Coffey Predicta Line. Circa 1960s Features a quintessential Mid Century Modern sleek d...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Up to 5 Carl Aubock Large Vintage Brass Wall Coat Hooks #4056, Austria, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to five Minimalist wall coat hooks, model #4056, designed and executed in the 1950s by Carl Aubock workshop, Vienna/Austria. Sold and priced per piece. These are authentic, vintag...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique George I Style Walnut Bachelors Chest
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique George I style walnut bachelors chest, 19th century. With a single board walnut top with thumb molded front and side edges, a tooled leather slide for writing, 3 graduated dr...
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19th Century English George I Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

"Douglas" Turned Leg Stereo HiFi Cabinet / Credenza - Mid-Century Modern WALNUT
Located in Long Beach, CA
The Turned Leg Douglas Stereo Cabinet is functionally the same as the original Douglas cabinet but with a classic turned leg. It's been meticulously designed to be the perfect home f...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Burton- Ching Louis XVI Style Black & Gold Chinoiserie Commode
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Burton- Ching Louis XVI Style Black & Gold Chinoiserie Commode.
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2010s American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Giltwood, Lacquer

Gae Large Multi-Finish Modular Bookcase by Carpanelli
Located in Milan, IT
The unique volumetric identity characterizing Gae Aulenti Square in Milan inspired the proportions and lines of this stunning bookcase. Its airy design, resulting from the juxtaposit...
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2010s Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

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

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Smoker's Stand, 1910
Located in South Bend, IN
A very unique and exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period smoker's stand In the manner of Stickley Brothers By Grand Rapids Chair Co. USA, Circa 1910 Quarter sawn oak...
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1910s American Mission Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Antique William IV Quality Mahogany Chiffonier
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique William IV quality mahogany chiffonier having a shaped carved top above a mahogany shelf supported by turned columns, figured mahogany top above one long drawer, quality carv...
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19th Century English William IV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Other

Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century wall shelf in curved rattan and bamboo. This stylish organic shelf was designed by Franco Albini in Italy during the 1960s. In amazing conditions and with a cha...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Italian Neo-Classical Or Biedermeier Style Burl Wood Bloomingdale’s Chest
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a handsome Italian burl wood commode crafted in Italy for Bloomingdale’s. It has Biedermeier or neo-classical styling. The drawers are paper lined and have dovetail construct...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Granite

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

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Mahogany

18th Century George III Mahogany Bureau Desk. Slant Front Writing Secretary.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
18th Century George III Mahogany Bureau Desk. Slant Front Writing Secretary. This 18th century English bureau desk has 3 rows of graduated hand do...
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18th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Strap Hinge Sideboard
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period strap hinge sideboard, buffet server, or bar cabinet with plate rack By Gustav Stickley USA, Circa 1910 Quarter sawn...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Copper

George II Japanned and Gilt Hanging Corner Cabinet, circa 1730
Located in Kastrup, DK
English hanging corner cabinet with a bowed front from the George II period, circa 1730. Originally decorated with japanned motifs executed in gold leaf on a black and red ground, de...
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Mid-18th Century English George II Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Japanese Antique Black Tansu / Cabinet Storage / 1868-1912s Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is a traditional black tansu in Japan. It is thought to date back to the Meiji period and is made of cedar wood. It has been used by near the hearth for many years, so the accu...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Carlton House Horn Desk by Maitland Smith
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 20th C. tessellated horn Carlton House desk by Maitland Smith. A wood frame, with applied horn and brass inlay detailing. Multiple cubbies and drawers, with cast brass drop pull...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Aesthetic Movement Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Horn, Wood

French 19th Century Faux Bamboo Pine & Mirror Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A faux-bamboo pine armoire from France, late 19th century, with a lovely amber patina in the frame. This tall storage piece appears as a rectangular silhouette, projecting a peaked c...
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19th Century French Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mirror, Pine

19th Century Swedish White Pine Display Cabinet with Large Plate Rack
Located in Round Top, TX
This pine cupboard has a large upper plate rack and unique lower storage cabinet configuration, refer to photos to see how doors open. Restored, later painted white and lightly distr...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine, Paint

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

Florence Knoll Model 116 Sideboard Seagras Knoll International 50s Mid Century
Located in Berlin, BE
No description provided
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Seagrass, Nutwood

Mid Century Dresser with Twelve Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Chic long low mid century dresser with two banks of four drawers, flanking two doors which open to reveal an addition four interior drawers. The rectangular wood case is supported by...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

An 18th Century Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A superb early 18th century burr walnut chest of drawers, the top with feather-banded edge above a pair of short drawers and three graduated long drawers. Raised on shaped bracket fe...
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1730s English George I Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Weave Bedside / Night stand 60 from Ringvide, Oak Wood Smoked, Scandinavian
Located in Visby, SE
Weave bedside table Bedside table, made of solid birch wood and laminated birchveneér or solid oak wood and oak veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the bedside serves as a great example of Scandinavian contemporary design. Designed by Lukas Dahlén...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Oak

Italian Contemporary Green Murano Glass, Brass and Wood Dresser
Located in Scandicci, Florence
Beautiful dresser designed and handcrafted by us with structure and interior in solid wood, legs and finishes in brass and tops and decorations in emerald colored Murano glass. It i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian 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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