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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Style: Arts and Crafts
Style: Edwardian
Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Display Cabinet by Maple & Co.
By Maple & Co.
Located in Suffolk, GB
Edwardian inlaid mahogany display cabinet by Maple & Co., with a shaped inlaid top, two astragal glazed doors with beveled edge glass, six adjustable glass shelves, beveled edge mirr...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Stickley Brothers Style Arts and Crafts Mahogany Double Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts double bookcase
In the manner of Stickley Brothers
By John D. Raab Chair Co.
USA, circa 1900
Mahogany, with glass front doors.
Measure...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Five-Stack Barrister Bookcases by Macey, Pair
By Macey Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of antique Arts & Crafts mahogany five-stack barrister bookcases
By Macey
USA, Circa 1920s
Each measures: 34"W x 12.25"D x 81.5"H
Very good original vintage condi...
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1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Kuchins Oak Arts & Crafts Drybar Console China Cabinet Cupboard Hutch
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Kuchins Furniture arts & crafts china cabinet / cupboard / dry bar / hutch. Made of oak featuring carved paneled door with long hammered copper hinges that opens to shelves ...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Craftsman Two Door Bookcase
By Lifetime
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Spectacular simple be yet so elegant. A beautiful piece from the Arts and Crafts Mission period. Still in its original fumed oak finish and with it all the original hardware. Wavy gl...
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1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak 45-Drawer Filing Cabinet or Apothecary Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Arts & Crafts 45-compartment card catalog, file cabinet, or apothecary cabinet
USA, Early 20th Century
Oak, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 26.25"W ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
c. 1900 English Edwardian Period Revolving Bookcase
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1900 Edwardian period revolving bookcase, English. Attractive mahogany. The top nicely cross-banded top & with repetitive moldings. Molded vertical slats.
18 3/8" x 18.5" x 34....
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Wood Sideboard 3 Drawers Cherry Wood Veneer Marquetry
Located in Porto, PT
Mid-Century Modern Wood Sideboard 3 Drawers Cherry Wood Veneer Marquetry
The Emma Cabinet is a masterpiece of craftsmanship, blending clean aesthetics with sophisticated design. Hand...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Birdseye Maple, Cherry
Stickley Style Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sideboard Credenza or Bar Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mission or Arts & Crafts style quarter sawn oak sideboard, buffet server, or bar cabinet
In the manner of L. & J.G. Stickley
US...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
C R Mackintosh Guthrie & Wells, Glasgow School Stained Green Cypress Wardrobe
By Guthrie and Wells, Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Located in London, GB
Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868-1928), made by Guthrie and Wells.
A Glasgow School Arts and Crafts stained green cypress wood wardrobe, with white opaque textured square glass details to the top. The central door and a large lower drawer with brass heart escutcheons and brass stylized foliate hinges and handles.
The simple case construction and stained green cypress wood and grouping of square details are typical of Mackintosh's early work for Guthrie and Wells including items bought by William Davidson for his house Gladsmuir, Kilmacolm. The brass cabinet fittings are identical on a number of pieces, see Billcliffe, p. 33, fig. 1895.2 and 1895.3 for a washstand and dressing table designed by Mackintosh, also made by Guthrie and Wells. Also a white painted wardrobe/compactum.
The overhanging cornice has been adapted with hinged flaps to move it up a narrow staircase.
For a comparable piece see my other listing here for, C R Mackintosh...
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Late 19th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Arts & Crafts Four-Stack Oak Barrister Bookcase C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced Delivery Rates - See Below or Click “Ask The Seller” to Request a Quote***
Antique Arts & Crafts Four-Stack Oak Barrister Bookcase with Pull-Out Glass Doors over Ogee Bas...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Glass
Antique Arts & Crafts Tiger Oak 11-Drawer Library Card Catalog File Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Arts & Crafts tiger oak 11-drawer stacking library card catalog file cabinet
By Library Bureau Sole Makers
USA, Circa 1900
Quarter sawn tiger oak, w...
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Luxurious & Rare Asprey & Co. London Royal Warrant Drinks Cabinet Dry Bar
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Luxurious, and Rare Asprey & Co. London 1920s Royal Warrant. Early 20th century Limed Oak Elevette Drinks Cabinet with Rare Asprey's Pewter Lemon Squeezer on Stand. Original Built-In...
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1920s English Edwardian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Edwardian Quality Oak Smokers Cabinet
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian quality oak smokers cabinet having a quality oak cabinet with a glazed door opening to reveal the original china pot and plates and three drawers with original bras...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Rattan, Bamboo Woven Wicker Side Cabinet Magazine Rack
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Century Rattan, Bamboo and Hand Woven Wicker Side Cabinet Magazine Rack in good vintage. Measures 26.5" in width, 19" in width and 26" in height.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sideboard, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission oak Arts & Crafts sideboard or credenza with plate rack
By Gustav Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Quarter sawn oak, with ooze leather lined t...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Copper
Antique Arts & Crafts 54-Drawer Card File Cabinet or Industrial Parts Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare antique Arts & Crafts card file cabinet or industrial parts cabinet
By W.C. Heller and Co.
USA, Circa 1900
Solid oak, with brass hardware and metal drawer interiors.
Measu...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Brass
Stickley Brothers Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts writing desk or library table with built-in bookcases
By Stickley Brothers
USA, Circa 1900
Quarter sawn oak, with hammered copper h...
Category
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Copper
Beautiful Edwardian Walnut Revolving Bookcase
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this lovely antique Edwardian revolving bookcase with green leather top inset , good condition .
Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Leather, Oak
Gustav Stickley Antique Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful antique Mission or Arts & Crafts bookcase cabinet
By Gustav Stickley
USA, Circa 1900
Solid oak, with mullioned glass front doors, and original hammered copper hardware...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Copper
Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany Unusual Size Revolving Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian quality mahogany unusual size revolving bookcase having a quality mahogany square shaped top with a moulded edge above eight compartments for books supported by mah...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
Stickley Misson Oak Arts & Crafts Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts style solid oak bookcase
By L. & J.G. Stickley
USA, 2012
Measures: 26.25"W x 10"D x 40"H.
Very good original vintage condition.
Shelves a...
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2010s American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Antique c1880s Dovetail Joints Double Lid Bench Shape Hope Chest Box Storage
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique c1880s Dovetail Joints Double Lid Bench Shape Hope Chest Box Storage
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19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Maple, Cherry
Antique Arts & Crafts Three Stack Oak Barrister Bookcase; Desk & Paw Feet; c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts barrister bookcase secretary offers quarter sawn oak construction with three stacks; tow having pull-out glass ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
Stickley Brothers Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Music or Bar Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period music cabinet or bar cabinet
In the manner of Stickley Brothers
USA, Circa 1900
Quartersawn oak, with brass hardware.
Measures...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Antique Edwardian quality inlaid mahogany display cabinet
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Edwardian quality inlaid mahogany display cabinet having a quality mahogany display cabinet with satinwood inlay with a pair of astral glazed doors opening to reveal two disp...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
SUPERB Two-Section Barrister Bookcase with leaded glass - Stickley Era - W7631
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a great two-section set of Barrister Cases made by Globe Wernicke Co of Cincinnati, Ohio. It is their size D10 1/4. The set is in excellent condition with nice top leaded g...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Arts & Crafts Attr. Macey Four Stack Oak Barrister Bookcase, Circa 1910
By Macey Co.
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts barrister bookcase attributed to Macey offers quarter sawn oak construction with four stacks, each having pull out glass doors, raised on ogee base, c1910
...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Bookcase with Raised Panels, c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts barrister bookcase offers mahogany raised panel construction with four stacks having pull out glass doors, c1910
Measures- 66.25'' H x 36'' W x 14.5'' D.
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Glass
Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany Revolving Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian quality mahogany revolving bookcase having a quality mahogany serpentine shaped revolving top with a moulded edge above four carved fretwork supports and four stora...
Category
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Three-Stack Barrister Bookcase C1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts 76624 barrister bookcase offers paneled oak construction with three stacks, each having pullout glass doors and raised on ogee base, c1930
Measures- overa...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Glass
Seymour Easton. A Gothic Revival Ebonized Tabard Inn Library Revolving Bookcase.
Located in London, GB
Seymour Easton (1859-1916) a rare ebonized tabard inn library revolving bookcase.
An American ebonized on oak version. Architectural form, with a wonderful ...
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Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
E A Taylor Attr Wylie & Lochhead Arts & Crafts Four-Piece Mahogany Bedroom Suite
Located in London, GB
E A Taylor attributed made by Wylie & Lochhead of Glasgow.
An Arts & Crafts four-piece mahogany bedroom suite consisting of double wardrobe, dr...
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Harris Lebus, Attributed. Arts and Crafts Oak sideboard with Glasgow Style glass
By Harris Lebus
Located in London, GB
A good Arts and Crafts oak sideboard attributed to Harris Lebus with stylised Glasgow Style stain glass to the upper cupboard and 2 open shelves, with two central drawers with copper...
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Cabinet with Serving Tray, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau cabinet with serving tray.
Striking Dutch design from the 1900s.
Solid oak base with original yellow colored glass in the two doors wit...
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Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Edwardian Fiddleback Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Essex, MA
With a rectangular cornice over a pair of mullioned doors enclosing shelves. The lower section with a pair of drawers over a pair of doors and ending on bracket feet. With overall in...
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Boxwood, Mahogany, Satinwood
Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Kerfschnitt Wall Cabinet, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau wall cabinet.
Striking Dutch design from the 1900s.
Solid fruitwood base with original hand-carved so-called kerfschnitt decorative ele...
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Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fruitwood
Antique Carved Oak Mixing Stand & Cabinet C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote***
Antique Carved Oak Mixing Stand & Cabinet C1920
Measures- 33"H x 21"W x 13"D
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Limbert Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Sideboard Buffet or Bar Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts sideboard, credenza, buffet server, or bar cabinet
By Charles P. Limbert Co.
USA, Circa 1900
Quartersawn oak, with original hammered copper...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Modern Wood Marquetry Cabinet Stripe Pattern 3 Doors & Drawers
Located in Porto, PT
Mid-Century Modern Wood Marquetry Cabinet Stripe Pattern 3 Doors & Drawers
The Ruskin Cabinet merges contemporary minimalism with traditional craftsmanship, creating a piece that di...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Birdseye Maple
Liberty & Co. an English Arts & Crafts Oak Bookcase, with Shaped Upper Details
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co. An English Arts & Crafts oak bookcase, with shaped upper details.
to the top, leaded glass door to the cupboard, and three open adjustable shelves below, retaining its ...
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Media Armoire Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts style media cabinet or armoire
By L. & J.G. Stickley
USA, Circa Late 20th Century
Solid quarter sawn oak, with hammered copper hardware.
M...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Copper
Gustav Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Writing Desk, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period writing desk
By Gustav Stickley (signed with original paper label and red decal)
USA, Circa 1900
Gorgeous quarter sa...
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Copper
8' 8'' Long Antique Display Cabinet, English, Shop Retail Showcase, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a long antique display cabinet. An English, walnut and glass shop retail showcase, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910.
Generously proportioned display cabinet at ove...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Antique English Arts And Crafts Golden Oak Chest Of Drawers C.1900
Located in London, GB
Antique English Arts And Crafts Golden Oak Chest Of Drawers C.1900
Of commode proportions. Three long drawers, retaining original brass escutcheons and key. Standing on bracket feet....
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Antique Macey Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Lawyers Secretary Desk Bookcase
By Macey Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Macey Arts & Crafts Mahogany Barrister Lawyers 3 Stack Secretary Desk Bookcase. Very rare model with fall front secretary/fitted writing desk interior, 2 dovetailed lower dra...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Oak Globe-Wernicke Six Stack Barrister Bookcase Grade 299 Size D
Located in Westfield, MA
This antique oak Globe-Wernicke six-stack barrister bookcase embodies the quintessential design of early 20th-century modular office furniture. Comprising six graduated sections, eac...
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1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Solid Mahogany Open Bookcase Etagere
Located in Germantown, MD
A 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Solid Mahogany Open Bookcase Etagere in great vintage condition. Measures 37.5" in width, 8.75" in depth ...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Arts & Crafts Solid Oak Stacking Map Cabinet With Deep Drawers
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Rare Arts & Crafts Stacking Map Cabinet with Multiple drawers. Beautifully constructed from solid Oak and with the original brass pulls ...
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Waring & Gillows Style of M.H. Baillie Scott. Arts & Crafts Oak Inlaid Sideboard
Located in London, GB
Waring and Gillows, in the style of M.H. Baillie Scott. a chequer, ebony and boxwood inlaid oak sideboard, in the manner of M.H. Baillie Scott, w...
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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Ebony, Fruitwood, Oak
Gustav Stickley Style Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Mission or Arts & Crafts style bookcase cabinet
In the manner of Gustav Stickley
USA, Circa Late 20th Century
Solid oak, with mullioned glass front doors and sides.
M...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
Arts and Crafts Bookcase
Located in Woodbury, CT
Arts and Crafts era oak bookcase. Original leaded glass door, 4 adjustable shelves, nice figured oak, wonderful warm old surface. Original brass knob and ball feet.
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
A small Arts and Crafts oak bookcase with adjustable shelves
Located in London, GB
An Arts and Crafts small bookcase with a simple shaped top and gradually growing deeper towards the base with adjustable shelves and extended feet which make the bookcase stand firm ...
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1920s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Limbert Style Antique Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Bookcase or Magazine Rack, 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period quarter sawn oak bookcase or magazine rack
In the manner of Charles Limbert
USA, Early 20th Century
Measures: 21"W x 12.25"D x 3...
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Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Antique Gustav Stickley Arts & Crafts Oak China Cabinet, Ca. 1910
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An antique Gustav Stickley China Cabinet circa 1910, made in Eastwood, NY and signed on the label.
The cabinet features quarter sawn white oak ...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
Antique Shaw Walker Quarter Sawn Oak 4 Drawer Arts & Crafts Office File Cabinet.
By Shaw Walker
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Shaw Walker Quarter Sawn Oak 4 Drawer Arts & Crafts Office File Cabinet. Circa Early 1900s. Measurements: 52" H x 17.75" W x 27.5" D.
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Wylie & Lochhead Arts & Crafts Oak Three-Piece Bedroom Suite with Pewter Inlays
Located in London, GB
Wylie and Lochhead of Glasgow. An Arts & Crafts Glasgow School oak three-piece bedroom suite with stylised floral inlays and silver plated handles throughout.
Consisting of a double...
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Early 1900s Scottish Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Six Stack Globe Wernicke Barrister Bookcase
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Arts and Crafts barrister bookcase by Globe Wernicke offers mahogany construction with six stacks, each having pull-out glass doors and raised on square and straight legs;...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, 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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