Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rosewood
1870s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1880s English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Boxwood
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Satinwood, Walnut
Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Copper
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1970s English Edwardian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cherry
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
19th Century Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Late 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Fruitwood
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Yew
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1910s Edwardian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Maple
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1970s Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Copper
1860s European Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany, Amboyna
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1950s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Beech
2010s American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Ash
1890s French Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Fruitwood
2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Hardwood
Early 1900s European Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Satinwood
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rosewood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s Indian Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
Early 1900s Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Porcelain, Glass, Oak
20th Century British Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Oak
1970s Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
19th Century French Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany, Kingwood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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.