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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Customizable Curvilinear Credenza in High-Gloss Red Lacquer & Metal Base
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Smooth, curved, and distinctly contemporary, this capsule-shaped sideboard features a softly rounded silhouette that brings a sense of quiet sophistication to any interior. The body ...
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2010s European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
French 19th Century Walnut Empire Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A handsome French Empire walnut commode from the 19th century with period details embossed in the Neoclassical hardware like palmette motifs and cable twists. The top planks are fini...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Danish Wall Mounted Teak Shelving System, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish wall mounted teak shelving system, 1960s.
Floating Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern three bay wall unit in teak with impressive 17 shelves. Each shelf is mounted on b...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
French Midcentury Modern Maple Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A large dressing armoire produced by Ameublement N.F. in France in the 1950s to 1960s, attributable by a label found inside the far right door. This sleek midcentury modern cabinet w...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mirror, Maple
Newly Refinished -Mid-Century Modern “Profile” Walnut Dresser by John Van Koert
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...
Category
1850s American Mid-Century Modern Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Burr Walnut 3 Door Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality large antique Victorian burr walnut 3 door wardrobe having a superior quality carved burr walnut arched shaped cornice above a single arched top, burr walnut mirr...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Commode, Chest of Drawers, Dresser
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This nineteenth century French Louis XVI style mahogany commode or chest of drawers features a beveled Saint Anne marble top and fluted rounded corners. Its three drawers of dovetail...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
Mid Century Broyhill Brasilia Dry Bar c. 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid century, Space Age classic, Broyhill Brasilia dry bar, featuring the signature sculpted raised walnut arches, and decorative modernist brass drawer pulls. The top, constru...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
19th-C. English Carved & Painted Pine Faux Bamboo Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 19th century English faux bamboo carved and painted faux bamboo chest. It is both stained and painted. It has the original turned feet and knobs. The drawers are dovetailed...
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Mid-19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Italian Mid-Century Teak Shelving Unit, Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian Mid-Century Teak Shelving Unit, Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi Style
An expansive and versatile Italian Mid-Century shelving unit, this multi-section piece evokes the sophistic...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Brass
Oak Sideboard by Henry Kjærnulf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oak Sideboard by Henry Kjærnulf
Dimensions: 83.5"w x 20"d x 47.5"h
Designer: Henry Kjærnulf
Material: Oak
Denmark, c1970s
VNT1665
Category
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
French Regency Louis XVI Green Lacquered Long Dresser by Hickory, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style long dresser or credenza
By Hickory Manufacturing Co.
USA, Circa 1960s
Green lacquered carved walnut, with original brass hardware.
Meas...
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1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Danish teak 9 drawer dresser with rounded corners very clean
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Danish teak 9 drawer dresser with rounded corners very clean. All drawers have metal glides with stops. Great rounded corner design with carved handles under drawers. Clean...
Category
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Art Deco Bookmatched & Burled Elm & Black Lacquer Sideboard by Donald Deskey
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional Art Deco sideboard designed by Donald Deskey, one of the most prominent figures of the American Art Deco movement, is a masterful combination of luxury, craftsmanshi...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Elm, Lacquer
Dixie Campaigner Walnut Highboy Chest of Drawers Campaign Dresser MCM 767
By Dixie
Located in Dayton, OH
Circa 1975 Dixie Campaigner tallboy chest of drawers or dresser. Drawing inspiration from British Colonial Campaign Styling. Made of walnut with five dovetailed drawers with recesse...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$1,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Mid Century Low Brutalist Sideboard in Oak, By Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Appealing low modern sideboard, made in oak. Beautiful carved front design and rich storage space. Designed by Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. Crafted fr...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
A Pair of Mid Century Oak Slanted Library Bookcases - Double Sided Bookcase
Located in Leicester, GB
Gorgeous mid-century library bookcases in Oak. This pair of vintage bookcases have angled shelves to allow the books to tilt upwards slightly. The shelves can be used as one pair or ...
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1950s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Plywood
1800 Alpine Dark Red Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Vo', Veneto
Antique Hand-Painted Chest with Flowers, dated 1800
Technical information:
Period: 1800
Origin: Alps (Tyrol)
Wood: Fir
Height: 48 cm 18.9 in
Width: 130 cm 51.2 in
Depth: 61 cm 2...
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Early 1800s Italian Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Exceptional Antique 18th century Dutch Renaissance Golden Age oak Portal Cabinet
Located in Casteren, NL
This extraordinary Utrecht “Poortkast” (portal cabinet) stands as one of the finest expressions of Dutch Renaissance furniture. Crafted in ...
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Early 18th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Japanese Antique Large Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Cupboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old, large Tansu made in Japan. It is an unusual style with a vertical structure, and is thought to have been made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). Unlike most horiz...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Brutalist Italian Chestnut Wood and Brass Bar Cabinet, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Brutalist-style three-door bar cabinet in chestnut wood. With geometric and harmonious lines, the piece of furniture is also embellished by the underlying brass band.
Category
1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Art Nouveau Oak Hanging Wall Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Rare Art Nouveau Wall Cabinet with Original Textured Glass, circa 1900
This rare Art Nouveau wall cabinet, crafted around 1900 from solid oak, features its original green textured g...
Category
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak, Spruce
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old small drawer storage made in Japan. The furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s), and the texture of the wood over the years gives it a deep flavor. Th...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Cupboard Blue Floral Painted - Europe Early 19th Century
Located in Vo', Veneto
Painted Cabinet in Ottanium Blue
Period: Early 1800s
Origin: Bavarian Alps
Wood type: Fir
Dimensions:
H. 157 cm 61.8 in
W. 107 cm 42.1 in
D. 42 cm 16.5 in
Description:
"Töl...
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1810s German Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Paul Laszlo, Dresser, Oak, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
An oak dresser designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.25"H x 62.0"W x 18.5"D
All items ship from High Point, North Carol...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Oak
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Commode. Vienna, c. 1830.
Located in Vienna, AT
This exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut chest of drawers was made in Vienna circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is renowned for its refined proportions, elegant lines, and exceptiona...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Regency Mahogany Kneehole Dressing Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Exceptional Quality Early 19th Century, Regency Period, Mahogany Dressing Table, Or Kneehole Desk, Having Superbly Figured Shaped Top With Attractive Crossbanded Decoration, Over ...
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an antique Japanese-made drawer.
It is thought to date to the Meiji period, made primarily of paulownia and cedar.
In addition to the reddish tinge that comes with years of...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Customizable Two-Tone Sideboard: High Gloss Greige Lacquer & Rich Eucalyptus
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sideboard makes a solid statement with its compelling presence and geometric design, ideal for interiors that prioritize structured and intentional aesthetics. Featuring rigorou...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-Century Georgian Style Red & Gilt Chinoiserie Secretary Desk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Chinese red Georgian style chinoiserie secretary. It is a mid-century find that is heavily painted with pastoral scenes and go,t accents. It is most likely American and is ...
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Mid-20th Century American George III Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Vintage Painted Elm Wood Cabinet with Drawers 71"
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This charming vintage elm wood cabinet is a one-of-a-kind piece with beautiful age and patina that adds character to any space. Its patina painted elm wood finish showcases the natur...
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20th Century Organic Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Elm
TOMADO Multi-Color Industrial Standing Shelf, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Colorful and iconic, this Industrial standing bookshelf was produced by the famed Dutch manufacturer TOMADO (short for “Tot Aan de Ontwikkeling van Doe-het-zelf Artikelen”) in the 19...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Simple antique Japanese wooden drawer / 1868-1920 / Meiji-Taisho period
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wooden drawer, likely made between 1868 and 1920, during the Meiji and Taisho periods. Crafted from light and warm cedar, the entire piece is crafted from ced...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Painted Bedside Chests Commodes
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PAIR OF SWEDISH PAINTED BEDSIDE CHESTS IN GUSTAVIAN TASTE
Northern European, circa 20th century
30 5/8" H x 18 3/4" D x 32 1/8" W
A fine pair of diminutive bedside commodes in the ...
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20th Century Swedish Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique 16th Century German Dark Brown oak carved Stollentruhe Trunk or Chest
Located in Casteren, NL
This impressive large Stollentruhe, also known as a Stollentroewe, is a large German storage chest crafted around 1580. Its distinctive construction, with massive upright corner post...
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16th Century German Medieval Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Biedermeier Secretaire With Hidden Compartements And Rare Mechanism, circa 1815
Located in Greven, DE
Antique Biedermeier secretary with rare mechanism
Middle German
Cherry
Biedermeier circa 1815
Dimensions: H x W x D: 180 x 128 x 63 cm
Description:
Antique cylinder secretary in m...
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1810s German Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cherry
A French Oak Cabinet a deux corps, C. 1880.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This substantial two-part cabinet features an upper section fitted with two glazed doors, enclosing a shelved interior ideal for the display of fine china, glassware, or curated coll...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
19Thc Amazing Brass & Iron Large Bakers Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine and very large French style bakers rack is in fine condition.This rack / shelf has custom made sized glass. This rack is in very good condition. This is the largest bakers ...
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Late 19th Century American French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
$2,636 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Painted Chests of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exceptional pair of 19th-century Swedish Gustavian chests embodies the elegance and restraint that define the Gustavian style. Painted in a soft, muted gray tone with a timeworn...
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19th Century Danish Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Mid 19th century Scandinavian inlaid elm chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century Scandinavian inlaid elm chest of drawers circa 1868.
We are pleased to offer this stunning chest of drawers from Sweden.
Beautifully made in elm with cross-banded ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pewter
Paul McCobb for Lane Delineator Walnut & Rosewood Cabinet & Bookshelf 271-62/63
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in the USA, this piece stands among the most monumental by Paul McCobb. With an angular and architectural design ethos, and Lane's customary high quality, this piec...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Chrome
19th Century French Restauration Style Mahogany Bookcase, Vitrine, Bibliotheque
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid nineteenth century French Restauration style bookcase or vitrine is constructed of solid mahogany and features a bronze plaque at the crown detailed with symmetrical leaves,...
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Mid-19th Century French Restauration Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Californian Modern Sculpted Walnut Dresser
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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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
NYNY Drawers by Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH (GTV) – Wiener GTV Design
Located in Milan, IT
Part of a series that includes a vertical cabinet and a sideboard, this drawer, embodies the harmonious and elegant encounter between architecture, design, art, and craftsmanship. De...
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2010s Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
2 Door Mahogany Credenza by Harvey Probber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2 Door Credenza by Harvey Probber
Dimensions: 42"w x 18"d x 33"h
Designer: Harvey Probber
Material: Mahogany and Bleached Rosewood
Condition: Wear consistent with age and use
VNT1600
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood
Art Deco Walnut Circular Vitrine Display Cabinet, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
A wonderful 1930's Art Deco circular display cabinet of high quality, with ample storage on 3 glass shelves and lovely bakelite handles all sat on superb double circular feet. In gre...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bakelite, Glass, Walnut
Mid-Century Black Shelf System By Dieter Rams Vitsoe, Model 606, 1960s
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Rosendahl, DE
The modular shelving system "606", designed by Dieter Rams in 1960 and manufactured by Vitsœ. This iconic design is in good vintage condition with light, age-appropriate signs of wea...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Art Deco Spectacular Clove Display Vitrine Cabinet, English, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
Fabulous, original 1930s Art Deco display vitrine cabinet. Very unusual shape of which we haven't had before. This cabinet features a generously sized interior display area for your ...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Lead
Reclaimed Elm Wood 4 Door Cabinet or Sideboard
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Reclaimed elm wood 4 door cabinet.
These old elm timbers show in its most primal, natural form. The artisanal construction methods highlight the elm woods beautiful grain pattern & ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Elm
MCM Brutalist Rosewood and ebony gentlemen’s chest
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Canadian made Rosewood & Ebony Gentlemen’s chest by Tabago CA.
This phenomenal piece is ultra rare ( we’ve never seen another ) and is in great condition with minimal signs of wear....
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1970s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Ebony, Rosewood
Customizable Two-Tone Sideboard: Saffron Yellow Lacquer & Rich Walnut
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sideboard makes a solid statement with its compelling presence and geometric design, ideal for interiors that prioritize structured and intentional aesthetics. Featuring rigorou...
Category
2010s European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage Swedish Modern Teak Cabinet / Sideboard by Möbel Larsson
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century Swedish / Scandinavian Modern teak cabinet / sideboard.
By Möbel Larsson.
Maker's label inside doors.
This piece is in excellent condition with few s...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
18th Century Italian Louis XV Solid Walnut Pair of Antique Corner Cupboards
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
These exquisite Italian corner cabinets from the Louis XV period, dating back to the mid-18th century, bring a unique historical charm to your living space. Crafted from solid walnut, these corner cabinets are designed to enhance the aesthetics of any space while offering functionality. Each sideboard is constructed from two detachable sections: a base with elegantly slender, curved legs, and an upper section with a door. This modular design makes them easy to move and adapt to different environments.
Distinctive features such as the elegant curved legs are typical of the Louis XV period. Adding to their appeal, the upper section boasts a rounded shape. Despite their small size, each corner cabinet efficiently integrates storage solutions: the upper compartment includes two shelves, while the lower section offers a small drawer.
Finding a pair of corner cabinets from this era in such commendable condition is exceptionally rare. Although slight signs of wear attest to their rich history, they remain in good general condition and have been restored with a conservative approach. It is essential to measure the corner spaces based on the dimensions of the sideboards: each corner side measures 40 cm (approximately 15.748 inches).
Ideal for a country home, these corner sideboards...
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1750s Italian Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser by Harmony House
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Style Book Matched Walnut Sideboard
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French Louis Philippe style enfilade or sideboard is constructed of solid walnut with hand pegged joinery. This server features three book matched walnut...
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Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
MCM Brutalist Rosewood and Ebony long dresser or credenza
By Paul Evans
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Phenomenal Rosewood & Ebony long nine drawer dresser or credenza
Super rare Canadian Tabago company dresser with outstanding wood grain.
This is in great original condition with m...
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1970s Canadian Brutalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Ebony, Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Chest of Drawers in Pine, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
A charming Danish pine chest of drawers dating from the early 20th century, thoughtfully updated with a creative twist. While the body retains its original character and rich grain, ...
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Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
1950s Vintage French Iron and Brass Baker’s Rack With White Glass Shelves
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Vintage French baker’s rack featuring a scrolled black iron frame with brass trim and finials. The piece includes four white glass shelves, offering a clean, reflective surface ideal...
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1950s French Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid-Century Brutalist Wall Mounted Patchwork Cabinet Signed Paul Evans 68
By Paul Evans
Located in New York, NY
An iconic design by legendary American studio craftsman Paul Evans, this mid-century Brutalist wall-mounted cabinet exemplifies his innovative artistry and bold industrial aesthetics...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Slate, Metal
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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