Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
1940s American Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
Late 20th Century Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
1980s Hungarian Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Natural Fiber
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century French Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Zinc
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Natural Fiber
1930s American Federal Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cherry
Late 20th Century Unknown Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
19th Century American Federal Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
Late 19th Century Industrial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s European Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1950s French Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
20th Century Unknown Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
1930s German Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
1940s German Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1980s American Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
Early 19th Century European Federal Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Fruitwood
1920s French Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Canvas, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Plastic
Mid-20th Century British Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 2000s European Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
Early 20th Century German Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine, Hardwood
1950s Belgian Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
18th Century American Federal Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
20th Century Unknown Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
19th Century European Industrial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Early 2000s American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
Early 1900s Industrial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
1950s French Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
Late 19th Century American Federal Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Aluminum, Stainless Steel
20th Century English Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
1920s Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
1940s English Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
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.