Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1890s Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
19th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1880s Swedish Rococo Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
19th Century English Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Brass
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Opaline Glass, Wood
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Ash, Walnut
Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rattan
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Elm
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Plastic
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Plastic
19th Century Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century German Biedermeier Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Birch
1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Metal
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1890s British Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
1890s French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble
19th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century North American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Felt, Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Steel
Late 19th Century French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
1870s American Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome
1980s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
1880s European Primitive Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1980s Italian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Goatskin
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
1960s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
1960s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Laminate, Walnut
1960s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
1970s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel, Chrome
Early 2000s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Hardwood, Cherry
1980s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Steel
1960s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel, Chrome
19th Century Adam Style Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Birch
1960s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel, Chrome
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
1970s European Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1970s European Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
18th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
18th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome
Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1920s Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
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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