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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
French 18th Century Solid Walnut Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French carved, solid walnut armoire built in the Louis XV period. A Chapeau de Gendarme cornice tops the body of the armoire. Two solid walnut d...
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Early 19th c. Painted Baroque Armoire
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very good early 19th century Bavarian painted cabinet or armoire in original painted finish, including rocaille, faux marble and grain painting, the a...
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Early 19th Century German Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Modern Large Sideboard or Cabinet on Wheels, 1930s Functionalism
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Odense, DK
Unique early modernist "Funkis" sideboard made in Scandinavia in the 1930s. The sideboard stands on wooden casters and can be moved around.
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1930s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Baker Furniture Georgian Burled Walnut Executive Credenza Desk, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A stately Georgian or Chippendale style executive credenza desk
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1950s
Walnut case, with gorgeous burled walnut drawer fronts, and original brass pull...
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1950s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Breche D' Alep Marble Figural Maiden Bronze Fontaine Bleu Attributed Buffet
By Lefebure A Fontainebleau
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
An exquisite Louis XV style ormolu-mounted amaranth and tulipwood marquetry meuble à hauter d'appui credenzas attributed to F. Linke at Fontainebleau.
The credenza has a marble top ...
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1890s French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Breccia Marble, Bronze
French Country Narrow Sideboard
Located in Westwood, NJ
This elegant piece, measuring 94" x 10" x 38", is perfect for adding a touch of rustic sophistication to any room.
Designed with both style and functionality in mind, this sideboard...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian French Provincial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
$3,285 / item
Antique early 18th Century German Baroque Stripped Oak Two-Door Wardrobe Cabinet
Located in Casteren, NL
This antique oak cabinet was crafted in the early 20th century in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia around 1720. The cabinet was entirely built from the finest quality European summer oak. It features two doors and is richly adorned with molding in geometric patterns. The wooden molding was attached to the oanels by the use of pegs. The doors showcase a floral maple inlay. They retain their original hinges, while the lock has been replaced. Inside, on the right-hand side, there are two and a half fixed shelves, and on the left-hand side, there is a hanging section. This cabinet was made from the most exquisite wood available at the time, beautiful European summer oak, displaying a distinctive flame pattern. Due to its age, the wood has acquired a rich, dark patina. The cabinet has been recently cleaned. Like many German oak cabinets...
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Early 18th Century German Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
$12,029 Sale Price
20% Off
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Flip-Top Partners Desk by Peter Lovig
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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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Teak
18th Ctr. Gustavian Black-Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Gustavian chest of drawers in black-painted wood with beautiful patina.
An elegant chest of drawers with four drawers – one upper, smaller drawer featureing fine fluting, while the t...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Glazed Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany glazed bookcase having a quality figured mahogany top above a single drawer above a pair of figured mahogany arched shaped moulded glazed d...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
Shagreen Commode Bar with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The constellation commode...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Walnut 6 Drawer Dresser Credenza
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern walnut 6 drawer dresser credenza with aluminum handles. Beautiful walnut grain - solid wood drawers. Circa 1960s. All drawers slide smooth - clean inside and out. ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
$2,475 Sale Price
50% Off
Mid-Century Tomado Style Teak Wall Mount Shelf, 1960's
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Tomado style teak wall mounted shelving unit with black enameled metal risers and three adjustable shelves. This Dutch, early 1960's wall shelf is a versatile and functio...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wire
Antique Burr Walnut Queen Anne Cocktail Cabinet Drinks Dry Bar 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fantastic Antique Queen Anne Revival burr walnut cocktail cabinet with wonderful hand carved decoration dating from the 1930's..
The cabinet features a carved cresting, the doors open to reveal a stunning fitted mirrored interior with a glass shelf and a useful pull out slide for serving drinks.
It is fitted with a light that switches on when you open the door, it has been rewired and is in working order.
The lower part has two handy drawers to house all your cocktail making accessories. The cabinet has decorative brass handless, stands on cabriole legs and is complete with working lock and key.
As a bonus we have included 10 miniature Whiskey bottles...
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Early 20th Century Queen Anne Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Slim Irony Black TV Stand by Maurizio Peregalli
By Zeus
Located in Milan, IT
An ode to minimalism easily expressed through clean and rigorous lines, this copper TV stand makes for a clever and coherent addition to essential-style contemporary decors. Five thi...
Category
2010s Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
$1,944 / item
Mid Century Wooden Wardrobe by Le Corbusier for the Unité d’Habitation, 1940s
By Le Corbusier
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare French wooden mid century wardrobe in yellow lacquered wood with dark stained oak handles by Le Corbusier for the Unité d’Habitation in Marseille, France 1940s. In good vin...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Dovetail 4 x 2 Vinyl Storage Cabinet Solid Natural Walnut 8 Drawers
Located in Nyack, NY
Our dovetail vinyl storage cabinets utilize a “file drawer” approach to store LPs and allow you to easily flip through an entire record collection while enjoying a visual display of ...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Dovetail 4 x 2.5 Vinyl Storage Cabinet Solid Natural Walnut with Flip Bins
Located in Nyack, NY
Our dovetail vinyl storage cabinets utilize a “file drawer” approach to store LPs and allow you to easily flip through an entire record collection while enjoying a visual display of ...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
French Empire Secrétaire á Abattant
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A handsome 19th century French Empire secrétaire à abattant made of richly figured, bookmatched walnut. This desk has a black fossil marble top resting above a hidden drawer, free of hardware and opening by a shallow groove on the bottom of the drawer front. Below is a fold-front door revealing a fitted interior with a functional writing surface, inset with worn green leather with gold tooling. The interior has an open storage shelf flanked by Empire style columns over a set of six drawers of varying sizes. The writing surface is supported with rounded brass hinges. Below are three easy to use drawers...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our first-ever modern credenza designed and crafted by Danish Modern L.A.'s artisans' house in Los Angeles, CA. Our skillfully crafted credenza showcases a solid American...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Reclaimed Painted Weathered White Pine Cabinet with Drawers and Doors
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
The Cabinet is a reclaimed pine wood cabinet that is beautifully crafted and the perfect storage solution. Since this is made from vintage material, there may be some imperfections...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Reclaimed Wood
Swedish Kärlhylla from Orsa, Dalarna ca 1830
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Kärlhylla from Orsa, Dalarna ca 1830
Tall and dark, with an integrated spoon holder.
Made of pine wood, never painted — preserved in original condition.
Heigth: 200 cm/78.7...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Vintage Drexel Accolade Campaign Cabinet
By Drexel
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Vintage Campaign style cabinet from the accolade line by Drexel. Item features beautiful wood grain, brass accents, 1 drawer and 1 double door storage cabinet, solid brass hardware, ...
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1970's Midcentury Modern Design Credenza by Florence Knoll
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Design Credenza by Florence Knoll for Knoll International. Made in the 1970's period. Made in the USA or in Italy for Knoll International. A design classic ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Carrara Marble, Metal
Shagreen Buffet with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Paul Evans Rare Sculpted Bronze Cabinet with Steel Elements 1970, Signed & Dated
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
Impressive and large Sculpted Bronze Cabinet with enameled steel elements and cleft slate tops by Paul Evans for Directional Furniture, American 1970 (signed “PE 70” on underside). T...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Slate, Bronze, Enamel, Steel
20th Century Chinese Elmwood Bookcase Open Display Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Large elmwood display cabinet or bookcase with open shelving and eight lower drawers.
Interior shelf dimensions: 67.5"w x 13" deep to front edge x15.5"h. Black background.
Restored, ...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Elm, Paint
Pair of mid century 4 drawer walnut dressers by founders
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid century 4 drawer walnut dressers by founders. Great pair of walnut dressers inset carved handles. Each dresser sits on ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
$2,892 Sale Price
35% Off
Arne Vodder - Teak Highboard OS 63 Sibast, Denmark, 1950s
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Arne Vodder – Teak Highboard
Sibast, Denmark, 1950s
This elegant highboard, designed by Arne Vodder for Sibast in the 1950s, exemplifies the refined Danish modern aesthetic of the p...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
French Provincial Style Secretary Desk with Marquetry Inlays and Key
Located in Soquel, CA
French Provincial Style Walnut Secretary Desk with Marquetry Inlays and Key. Original Finish.
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1860s Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Rare Pair of Antique Mahogany Inlaid Wine Urns on Original Pedestal Cupboards
Located in Suffolk, GB
Rare pair of antique George III outstanding quality mahogany inlaid wine urns on original pedestal cupboards having a lift off shaped lidded top revealing the original lead lining, h...
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19th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
Italian Louis XV XVI Transition Cube Parquetry Marquetry Chest of Drawers Signed
Located in Forney, TX
A fine quality Louis XV - XVI Transition style breakfront chest of drawers
Exquisitely hand-crafted in Genova, Italy in the mid-20th century, the important Mediterranean port city ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Breccia Marble, Brass, Bronze
Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Walnut Marble Top Washstand Dresser w/ Mirror
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Eastlake Victorian Carved Walnut Marble Top Wash Stand Dresser w/ Mirror. Item features 3 dovetailed drawers, carved wood drawer pulls, pivoting mirror, white marble top, wor...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Shagreen Bar Cabinet with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century Original Unusually Small Sideboard in Folk Art
Located in Kramfors, SE
Early 19th century small sideboard in folk art from Jämtland in northern Sweden, close to the Norwegian border. The sideboard is unusually small and has a completely untouched exteri...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Antique French Painted Demi Lune Cabinet Commode 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous antique French Louis XVI revival demi lune commode with beautiful hand painted decoration in the manner of Francois Boucher, Circa 1920 in date.
The half moon s...
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1920s Louis XVI Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Satinwood
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Extraordinary Mid-Century wall shelf in curved rattan, bamboo and wicker. This marvellous object was made in Italy in the 1960s and is attributed to the mastery of Franco Albini.
Th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
English Chinoiserie Green Distress Painted Tall George III Curio Display Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage English Chinoiserie Green Distress Painted Tall George III Curio Display Cabinet. Item features green and gold distress painted finish, decorative figures/scenes throughout, ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Vienna, c. 1825
Located in Vienna, AT
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We would like to offer you this truly exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut chest of drawers.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and ...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1960's Børge Mogensen Oak Sideboard
Located in Bern, CH
1960’s oak sideboard designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by Karl Andersen & Søn, Denmark. With inner height adjustable shelves. Nice detailing to handles. In beautiful condition wit...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
$2,513 Sale Price
30% Off
Midcentury Italian bar cabinet, 1930s
Located in Piacenza, Italy
This 1930s walnut blur wood bar cabinet is a beautiful example of vintage craftsmanship.
The cabinet features two front-facing doors, with a top surface consisting of two additional...
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1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
White Lacquered Trunk with Brass Hardware, Vintage Storage Chest
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage white lacquered trunk with traditional brass hardware. This Chinese trunk, finished in a soft white patina, is a refined storage solution with timeless character. Featuring...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1970s Mid-Century Regency Italian Wood and Brass Consolle Sideboard
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco consolle sideboard credenza in light wood with red painted details, two doors and original brass handles.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Solid Walnut Dovetail Record Crate
Located in Nyack, NY
As avid record collectors we all have albums we want close at hand. Whether storing new finds or favorite titles that are in heavy rotation, our dovetail record crate...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$365 / item
Michael Taylor for Baker Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Burled Walnut Sideboard
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet
By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1970s
Gorgeous burled walnut, ...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Buffet with Bronze-Patina Brass Details by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
rare bookcase designed "css" model by george nelson for herman miller 1060
Located in taranto, IT
Rare Sky/Earth modular bookcase model "CSS", designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1960
composed of five height-adjustable aluminium uprights, 10 shelves, two wooden upper com...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
19th Century George III Mahogany Chest
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A pretty mahogany chest. It has reeded columns .
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19th Century British Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Style Tambour-Door Credenza by Danish Modern LA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our first-ever modern credenza designed and crafted by Danish Modern L.A.'s artisans' house in Los Angeles, CA. Our skillfully crafted credenza showcases a solid American...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller Roll Top Action Office Desk by George Nelson
Located in Lafayette, IN
This is a wonderful early example of the Action Office Roll Top desk by George Nelson for Herman Miller.
Desk features:
Walnut roll top
(4) action drawers
Ebonized black side panels
Deep inner file space
Cast aluminum frame
Foot rest
White laminate writing surface
Power outlet...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum, Chrome
$2,999 Sale Price
53% Off
Exhibition Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Dressing Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Exhibition quality antique Victorian burr walnut dressing table having a large adjustable mirror in a carved walnut frame supported by carved walnut scroll supports above four exhibi...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Antique Circular Bookcase, English, Centrepiece Library Table, Edwardian, C.1910
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a fine antique circular bookcase. An English, mahogany centrepiece library table, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. A superb piece for the discerning reader or a re...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Ojai Tall Cabinet by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai Tall Cabinet has 2 doors, open storage and four drawers. It has solid white oak or American walnut legs and case, and features a metal stretcher on the base.
The Lawson-Fe...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$9,985 / item
Julia Gray Chinoiserie Asian Wardrobe Armoire Dresser
By Julia Gray
Located in Countryside, IL
Julia Gray Chinoiserie Asian Wardrobe Armoire Dresser
This armoire measures: 62 wide x 25 deep x 90.5 inches high
We take our photos in a controlled light...
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Early 2000s American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Iron Medical cabinet, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Medical cabinet from the 1930s. The cabinet is produced in Hungary and is made of thick iron and glass. The lock and handle are original and functional. The cabinet is stripped down ...
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1930s Hungarian Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
English Bachelors Small Chest or Bedside Cabinet of Flame Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English bachelor's small chest of drawers (or side chest) of mahogany, featuring a flame mahogany moulded top over a frieze with pull-out bachelor's desk slide and four beaded...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Metal
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, "Colosseum" Cabinet, Walnut, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut "Colosseum" cabinet designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Bedside Tables Nightstands Oak, Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Mid-Century Modern pair of nightstands by Finnish designer Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland. Made circa 1960s to 1970s.
The nightstands are not identical but very similar.
They are p...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
19th Century Bookcase
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Bookcase Round Corner Display Case Shanxi. Wonderful Round Corner Bookcase, Display case, Scholars Shelf. This case features an open façade having four large spacious ...
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1850s Chinese Qing Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Elm
$5,800
Sahara TV Cabinet, Brass, Miel Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Sahara Cocktail Cabinet, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
The Sahara TV cabinet is a masterpiece of organic design, crafted with the finest m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Onyx, Granite, Marble, 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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