Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
20th Century European Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Giltwood
1770s German Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
2010s Italian Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century English Sheraton Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Hardwood, Satinwood, Walnut
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
19th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Late 19th Century English Sheraton Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rosewood, Satinwood
Early 1900s English Sheraton Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble
Late 18th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
19th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rosewood
17th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
19th Century French Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
20th Century English Sheraton Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Elm, Walnut
1960s Italian Baroque Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
20th Century English Sheraton Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Elm, Walnut
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
20th Century English Sheraton Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany, Satinwood
17th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 19th Century French Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
20th Century Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Spruce
18th Century German Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Softwood
19th Century German Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble
18th Century German Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1820s Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
18th Century French Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Ormolu
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
20th Century French Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
20th Century German Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Gold Leaf
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Softwood
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.