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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Jean Claude Mahey Desk in Lacquered Wood & Brass, 1970s
Located in Meer, VAN
Jean Claude Mahey Desk in Lacquered Wood & Brass, Paris, France, 1970s. This is a wonderful desk / table / vanity table in lacquered wood and brass by designer Jean Claude Mahey. A ...
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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Danish Modern Oak Cabinet in the style of Henning Kjærnulf, 1994
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A Danish cabinet made from Nordic oak in the style of Mid-century Modern. Manufactured in Denmark 1994, see picture of stamp from manufactor HM Møbler on the back of the cabinet. Mad...
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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Vintage Modernist Sideboard by Ib Kofod Larsen, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Stunning rosewood sideboard by Ib Kofod Larsen for the Swedish firm Seffle Möbelfabrik. Low design that gives the impression that the sideboard is extra long. Beautifully sculpted le...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

19th Century Dutch safe, ca 1880
Located in Delft, NL
19th Century Dutch safe, ca 1880 A Dutch safe with single door in green matte paint with hand-painted floral pattern. The interior is cream colored with shelf. The front has a bronz...
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19th Century Dutch Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Steel

John Widdicomb Regency or Neoclassical Mahogany and Burl Wood Sideboard Credenza
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Neoclassical or French Regency Louis XVI style sideboard buffet, bar cabinet, or credenza By John Widdicomb USA, Circa Late 20th Century Carved mahogany and burl wood, ...
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Late 20th Century American Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Georgian Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Hand-Painted Drop Front Secretary Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie style bureau with drop front secretary desk and lighted bookcase hutch top In the manner of Baker Furniture By Jasper Cabinet ...
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1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Vintage Style Reclaimed Wood Hutch in Distressed Black Finish
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
The Cabinet is a reclaimed wood cabinet that is beautifully crafted and the perfect storage solution. Finish: Weathered Black Dimensions: 60″W x 18″D x 96″H custom sizes available ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine, Reclaimed Wood

Antique 18th Century Louis XV French Provincial Burl Chestnut Walnut Armoire
Located in Portland, OR
A good tall antique French Provincial chestnut & walnut Louis XV armoire, circa 1790. The armoire with a removeable cornice and a ribbed gallery to the front and sides, the armoire w...
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Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Chestnut, Walnut, Burl

Italian Venetian Bombay Style Commode or Chest
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful 1970 chest and drawers hand crafted and carved from wood, probably Olive wood Venere top and three sides. The chest Has two large drawers a...
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1960s Italian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Georgian Chinoiserie style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top In the manner of Jasper Furniture Company USA, Late 20th Century Black lacquered...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

DF2000 trolley bar cabinet by Raymond Loewy for the Doubinsky Frères 1968
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
After a brief but promising career as a fashion illustrator, French- American designer Raymond Loewy dedicated his talent to the field of graphic and industrial design. Loewy’s creat...
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1960s French Space Age Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

George Nakashima Inspired Walnut Desk by Boyd & Allister
Located in Santa Fe, NM
A walnut desk inspired by George Nakashima’s desk design of the late 1950’s. The desk is built in solid walnut with an exceptional live edge walnut slab top complimented by Wenge but...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Buffet in Hand-Carved Oak, Spain, Early 20th Century
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
A procession of geometric medallions unfurls across the façade of this Spanish buffet, its surfaces etched with deep, rhythmic carvings that oscillate between order and ornament. Eac...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Antique Victorian Eastlake Washstand Cabinet Dry Sink Commode Towel Bar
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian wash stand, dry sink or commode featuring upper towel bar over three drawers with ornate brass hardware and side cabinet. Dimensions:...
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Late 19th Century Eastlake Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Premier Sculptra Credenza Dresser
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Premier Sculptra Credenza Dresser Offered is a walnut dresser/credenza made by Broyhill Premier's 'Sculptra'. This piece...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Art Déco Wooden Desk with Parchment Cover Designed by J.M. Frank for Comte S.A.
Located in North Miami, FL
Early 20th century Art Déco wooden desk with parchment paper cover designed by Jean-Michel Frank for Comte S.A., Argentina By: Comte S.A., Jean-Michel Frank Material: wood, parchmen...
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Early 20th Century Argentine Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Enamel

Antique Victorian Marquetry Demi Lune Cabinet 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an elegant antique English Victorian marquetry inlaid demi-lune cabinet, circa 1880 in date. This splendid cabinet is made of flame mahogany and features beautiful satin woo...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Edwardian Revolving Bookcase Flame Mahogany c.1900
Located in London, GB
This an exquisite antique revolving bookcase attributed to the renowned Victorian retailer and manufacturer Maple & Co., circa 1900. It is made of mahogany , revolves on a solid ca...
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Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Italian 1950s Art Deco Mid-Century Walnut Burl and Mirror Mosaic Dry Bar Cabinet
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern drinks dry bar cabinet with beautiful veneer walnut briar burl wood, two side doors and two central doors all detailed by great woode...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

1960s Vintage Wardrobe Cabinet
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Cabinet with hinged doors and exposed side drawers, mahogany veneer wood, legs with adjustable feet.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

1960s Vintage Wardrobe Cabinet
1960s Vintage Wardrobe Cabinet
$1,920 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Vitrine with Bronze Detailing
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Standing at 63 inches in height, this small scale mid-nineteenth century Louis XVI style mahogany bibliotheque or bookcase is finished with stunning bronze banding. Its corners feature fluting with inset bronze filets. Both doors have their original blown glass, evidenced by waves and an occasional bubble, and are finished with bronze borders and key surrounds. This circa 1860 vitrine is fitted with its two adjustable interior shelves. The cabinet rests on classic finial feet...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

19th - 20th Century Swedish Mahogany Chest of Drawers - Antique Stone Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A late 19th Century, antique Swedish Gustavian chest, commode with three drawers made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Mahogany, in good condition. The rectangular Scandinav...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stone, Metal, Brass

Large Oriental Carved Camphor Wood Chest
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Large Oriental Carved Camphor Wood Chest This Beautiful Carved Chest is made from Camphor Wood, for those of you who do not know camphor wood it looks a lot like Mahogany it is a ha...
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1920s Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fruitwood

Danish Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty late 18th century Danish serpentine front oak commode on shaped cabriole feet. 1780. Code: 8927 Dimensions: W: 44" (111.8 cm) H: 20" (50.8 cm) D: 28" (71.1 cm)
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18th Century Danish Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Scandinavian Contemporary Natural Ash Klot O35, Bed Side Table, Shelf
Located in Visby, SE
The half sphere holding the plane contributes to a bold yet minimal look that works well in several different spaces and environments. Whether used as a shelf for an extraordinary object, as a bedside table or as a small bar table...
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2010s Swedish Minimalist Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ash, Oak

Early 19th Century French carved oak coffer
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century French carved oak coffer, having a nice figured top with a decorative carved moulded edge, which opens up to reveal a large compartment space with a removable slop...
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1810s French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Paolo Buffa Wooden Cabinet with Flowers Ceramic Tiles and Fashion Prints, 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Paolo Buffa Wooden Cabinet with wooden frames containing flowers decorated ceramic tiles, and larger central frames containing fashion prints, Italy 1950s
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Early 19th century hand painted Swedish cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century hand painted swedish cupboard circa 1812. Fine quality example of Swedish hand painted folk art in the form of a cupboard. Painted in a tonal brown wash with rag...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine, Paint

French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Chalet Style, 2024
Located in Labrit, Landes
This bedside cabinet cabinet with the traditional technique is chalet chic style thanks to its simple aesthetic and its bronze handle. This pair of oak nightstands of the "Pyrénées" ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

19th C. French Mahogany Salesman Sample Miniature Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Pearland, TX
A gorgeous antique French miniature mahogany salesman sample tabletop chest of drawers, circa 1880. Antique salesman samples were used in the...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Mid 18th Century Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Vo', Veneto
Tyrolean painted chest H. 81 – W. 147 – P. 69 Ancient Tyrolean chest, entirely built in fir wood. The surface has been decorated with a dark brown background color, semi-covering, ...
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Mid-18th Century Austrian Folk Art Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fir

Burton-Ching Georgian Black & Gold Chinoiserie Secretary Desk
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Burton-Ching Georgian Black & Gold Chinoiserie Secretary Desk
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2010s American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Pair Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Table Cabinets.
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Pair Vintage Chinese Red Lacquer Table Cabinets. Beautiful pair of matching red lacquer diminutive Chinese storage table cabinets. Created...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Jacques Quinet Leather Chest, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Leather-clad chest of drawers with four drawers, leather stitched details and brass hardware. Restored, original photos available.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Vintage Wooden Flat File with 10 Drawers
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Blueprint / Map / Flat File Cabinet Overall Dimensions: 31 1/2" deep x 37 1/2" wide x 40" high Drawer Dimensions: 28" deep x 30" wide x 2 ...
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Mid-20th Century American Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Paul McCobb Stereo Record Cabinet H. Sacks & Sons
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very hard to find Paul McCobb designed walnut stereo record cabinet sitting on stainless steel legs . Having two storage bins to the left , lower seven slots for record storage, pu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

Midcentury black brutalist Oak cabinet with graphical doors 1970s
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
A timeless piece of brutalist craftsmanship from the 1970s, manufactured in Belgium. The cabinet is made out of a black ebonized oak and had metal doorhandles. It features two graphi...
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1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Ralph Lauren Home Gentlemen's Chest Storage Cabinet
Located in Wichita, KS
Stunning Ralph Lauren Gentlemen's Chest with Drawers and Cabinet. This Handsome Chest has 8 Sliding drawers on the left side. On the right side the doors open to 2 large shelves with an armoire style space. Sliding back wall to open up the back of the dresser if desired for TV. A rod could be easily added for hanging clothing. Nickel hardware. The chest still has the tag in the top drawer. Finished in a mahogany high gloss. To view all of our listings at Tiffany...
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20th Century American Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Nickel

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Mahogany Glazed Corner Cupboard
Located in Casteren, NL
This beautiful antique glazed corner cupboard was made in the United Kingdom in the early 19th century circa 1820. The cupboard breaks d...
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Credenza from Ringvide. Weave Frame, oak wood, natural oil, Scandinavian
Located in Visby, SE
Weave frame Sideboard, made of solid wood and laminated veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the cabinet serves as a great example of scandinavian contemporary design. Designed by Lukas...
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Oak

"Elaine" White Oak 6 Drawer Low Boy Dresser, Mid-Century Modern Styling
Located in Long Beach, CA
This lowboy dresser is an original Deeble design, with a strong Scandinavian/Danish Modern influence. The dresser pictured is in white oak, but it's available in any other species (i...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut, Oak

English Painted Bookcase Secretaire
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 20th century English painted bookcase secretaire with later paint and bevelled glass. 1910. Upper interior shelves: 8.5-inches Height to the underside of desk: 28.5-inches ...
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20th Century English Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Oak, Pine

Baker Furniture Georgian Flame Mahogany Serpentine Front Sideboard Credenza
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Regency style sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1940s Beautiful flame mahogany, with satinwood string inlay, and original br...
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1940s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. The handles are made of iron. The design is ultimately simple...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cedar

19th Century French Faux Bamboo Armoire or Wardrobe
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French faux bamboo armoire, or wardrobe, made of pitch pine with solid cherry faux bamboo details. Beveled mirror door opens to an interior with two adjustable shelves...
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19th Century French Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mirror, Pine, Cherry

Swedish Antique Bureau in Gustavian Style, Made By Hand in Solid Pine Circa 1820
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish antique bureau in gustavian style from around 1820. The bureau has three drawers and is made by hand with a frame in solid pine. Classic shape with straight corners and edges...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Stickley Style Arts & Crafts Oak Thirteen-Drawer Dresser Chest, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Mission or Arts & Crafts style thirteen-drawer dresser or chest of drawers In the manner of Harvey Ellis for Gustav Stickley By Arts & Crafts Industries USA, Late 2...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Copper

CASTLE Wardrobe
Located in New York, NY
No castle would be complete without a wardrobe in which to keep your royal robes (aka your pyjamas). A majestically beautiful addition to your dream bedroom, this piece is handcrafte...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

CASTLE Wardrobe
CASTLE Wardrobe
$9,592 / item
Bamboo and Rattan Cabinet Bar with Two Stools by Tito Agnoli, Italy 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing cabinet cocktail bar in bamboo and rattan with white formica top and pair of round stools in rattan and bamboo by Tito Agnoli. Made in Italy in the 1950s.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood, Laminate

Baker Furniture Style French Regency Louis XVI Burl Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style demilune cabinet or chest of drawers In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa Late 20th Century Beautiful burl wood, with inlaid satin...
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Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Milo Baughman Shelving Unit for Glenn of California c1950s
Located in Oakland, CA
Stunning and very practicable three level shelving unit designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California. Well documented and uncommon piece executed in walnut. Beautiful vintage co...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Brutalist Italian 1970s Small Wood and Glass Dry Bar on Wooden Wheels
Located in Milan, IT
Brutalist Italian 1970s Small Wood and Stained and Textured Yellow Glass Dry Bar on Wooden Wheels. Provenance: Monticello Golf Club. Designed by Architect. Luigi Caccia Dominioni 1974.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

"Esme-Ralda" Modern Sculptural Wood Crafted Curved Sideboard Made in Italy
Located in Pordenone, IT
“esme-ralda” is a sculpural modular sideboard, a sophisticated mix of technology and crafts, a true Made in Italy design jewel. It is a complex object, designed not only to contain, but also to display objects theatrically due to the open different configurations inspired by altarpieces. Each door infact is double-faced, with a positive and a negative side, result of an exclusive BOTTOS DESIGN ITALIA...
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2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch

Ledge Floating Console (40") in Black Ash by Simon Johns
Located in East-Bolton, Quebec
Ledge is a floating console, mounted to the wall, in solid ash with a black glass top. It stems from material exploration inspired by the cliffs around Johns’ studio, making solid as...
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2010s Canadian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood

Multi-Colored Enameled Metal Industrial 3 Section Shelving Unit by Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century, Pilastro manufactured 3 section wall unit with 9 regular shelves and 3 deeper shelves in various colors. Each piece is completely adjustable and can be arranged in...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Brass & Black Glass Credenza with Jewels Made in Italy Jusfurnituress desigrer
Located in Guazzora, IT
This stunning brass and black glass sideboard with 24 green Murano jewels is a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship that embodies the elegance of mid-century modern design. Handcra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique 17th Century English Quartersawn Oak Sideboard Server Court Cupboard
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful English Charles II era sideboard or server, circa 1660s. Reminiscent of the Jacobean era Court Cupboard. Made from quartersawn oak with intric...
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Mid-17th Century Charles II Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Early 19th Century French Oak Bassette, Small Armoire, Buffet D'appui
Located in Fayetteville, AR
From the town of Bazoches in the Le Perche region of Normandy, France, this hand carved oak bassette or petite armoire from the early 19th century is detailed with inlaid exotic woods depicting vines, leaves and stars. Its two paneled doors on iron fiche hinges feature ornate iron escutcheons. The doors open to reveal two interior shelves. Standing on sturdy cabriole legs, this piece displays hand pegged construction both at the joinery...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fruitwood, Oak

SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors Cabinet, Circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish, SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors mahogany cabinet with fruitwood inlays, Circa 1940s, the overhanging rectangular top with rounded corners above two cupboard doors with ...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Danish Modern 2-Bay Modular Oak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern 2-Bay Modular Oak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern 2 bay shelving system model Cado with back panels. This is a original vint...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

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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