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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Monumental English Early 19thC Astral Arch Glazed Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1800 Monumental English Early 19thC Astral Arch Glazed Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase sku 2005 Together W248 x D54 x H184 cm Base W242 x D54 x H76 cm Base right section internal ...
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19th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Danish Art Deco Dresser with 3 Drawers of Pine by Danish Furniture Maker 1940s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish Art Deco dresser with 3 drawers. The frame and drawers are made of solid pine, the top and side are made of plywood. Designed and made by a Danish furniture maker in the 1940s The chest of drawers is really cozy with round corners and fits well with modern Scandinavian decor as well as the more international style. It is fine and does not take up much space in a small apartment...
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1940s Danish Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine, Plywood

Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Four Stack Barrister Bookcase
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Mission Oak Four Stack Barrister Bookcase c1920 Measures- 59.7...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak, Glass

A fine bar cabinet by Paolo Buffa with mirrored panels
Located in London, GB
A 1950s Italian mahogany newly restored freestanding bar cabinet by Paolo Buffa . Opposing doors revealing a lit interior when opened with inlay drawers and original mirrored walls ....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Bronze

Rey Credenza, in Summer Aged Oak with Crema Marble, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Rey Collection's signature twisted rope detail and clean-lined simplicity combine in a fresh take on classic form. This piece features solid oak, six drawers with dovetail joiner...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak, Walnut

Swedish Cabinet 'Ståndskåp' from Hälsingland, Sweden, late 1800s
Located in Farsta, SE
Swedish Cabinet 'Ståndskåp' from Hälsingland, Sweden, late 1800s Years of sun, wear, and neglect have transformed it into what it is today – a beautiful Swedish blue painted cabinet...
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1780s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

19th Century English Painted Chest of Drawers, Faux Bamboo, Victorian
Located in Round Rock, TX
English Victorian Painted Faux Bamboo Chest of Drawers, c. 1890s. Still retains it’s original fruitwood drawer pulls. Original condition
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Fruitwood

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...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Splendid six-door container cabinet by Luigi Olivieri
Located in Milano, IT
COD-CV102 Luigi Olivieri Splendid six-door container cabinet in reeded wood and parchment, 12 turned wooden legs and shaped sides. Unique model made to order. Manufacturing 1954.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Parchment Paper

18th Century Antique Swedish Red Painted Baroque Secretary
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A two-tiered wooden cabinet from the 18th century Swedish Gustavian period. The top door opens to reveal a decorative top shelf and three other shelves. The top of the bottom shelf c...
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Beautiful Asymetric Art Deco Triple Wardrobe with Royal Provenance
Located in Barnstaple, GB
We are delighted to be able to offer you this wonderful triple asymmetric Art Deco Wardrobe veneered in birdseye maple and dating to the 1930’s and with a Royal connection. This fine...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birdseye Maple, Walnut

Mid-Century Henredon Walnut and Brass Campaign Side Cabinets
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Timeless, Classic, Mid-Century Henredon Scene One Campaign Side Cabinets. Beautiful grain offset with contrasting Brass hardware. Measures ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Georgian Horse Tack Cupboard
Located in Mckinney, TX
This 2-door, 3-drawer Georgian wardrobe, originally a horse tack cupboard that once stored equipment for caring for and riding horses, embodies early 19th-century craftsmanship. This...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Baumritter Maple Buffet and Hutch
Located in Harlingen, TX
A vintage mid-century modern two piece buffet and hutch by Viko Baumritter circa 1960. Crafted from maple wood with a beautiful natural aged patina, this spectacular display cabinet ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Maple

Mid-Century Curved Walnut Credenza by Young Manufacturing
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A striking mid-century modern dresser crafted by Young Manufacturing Company, circa 1960s. This piece features rich walnut construction with signature sculpted drawer fronts and clea...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Walnut

Davis Cabinet Co Mahogany Semainier Chest Of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Late 20th Century Davis Cabinet Company Mahogany Semainier / lingerie Chest Of Drawers Size is 22" wide, 16" deep and 49.25" tall.  
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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Industrial 3-Piece Office Set with Desk by Norman Bel Geddes
Located in Lafayette, IN
Three pieces of iconic mid-century industrial design combine to complete this fantastic home-office suite. - Simmons dresser/desk (by renowned designer Norman Bel Geddes) - Goof Form desk chair - Dazor desk lamp...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Aluminum

Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Hand-Painted Bamboo Motif Armoire Linen Press by C
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A striking Late 20th Century chinoiserie armoire or linen press by Chelsea House, featuring exquisite hand-painted scenes in the chinoiserie style. The cabinet showcases a deep green...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rattan, Wood

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

Small Rare Mid-Century Cabinet Bar Osvaldo Borsani Italian Design
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Rare particular cabinet, Attibuted Osvaldo Borsani design, in fine wood, interior shaped mirrors, brass parts.
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century Transitional Pillar Commodes/ Side Tables, France Ca. 1870
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Absolutely beautiful pair of French marquetry pillar commodes/ side tables from the period in France around 1870. An amazing crafted pair of small 19th century transitional mahogany ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Brass

Antique Oak Apothecary Filing Cabinet With Brass Handles
Located in San Carlos, CA
Breathe New Life into Your Space with this Stunning 10-drawer Oak Apothecary Cabinet! Vintage Charm Meets Modern Functionality: This exquisite 10-drawer oak apothecary cabinet is a rare find, offering timeless elegance and exceptional storage capacity. Crafted from solid oak, the cabinet boasts a warm, inviting presence that complements a variety of design styles. Perfect for the home or office, its ten drawers provide ample space to organize anything from paperwork and files to linens, crafting...
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1930s American Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Baker Furniture Serpentine Chest of Drawers, Circa 1960's
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1960's mahogany chest of drawers by Baker Furniture Company. This lovely chest is from their highly collectible Historic Charleston collection. This is a copy of a period Geo...
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1960s American Chippendale Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

18th Century Wabi Sabi Antique Cabinet in Pine, Handcrafted in Sweden
Located in Odense, DK
A charming primitive antique cabinet in pine, made with wooden fittings. Handcrafted by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the late 18th century. A great vintage cupboard with a lovely patin...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Antique Adams Style Neoclassical Satinwood Buffet Server Sideboard Console
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique satinwood buffet / cabinet / sideboard / console / Credenza / Huntboard featuring Adams Style Neoclassical design with inlaid sunburst / starburst veneer surrounded by hand p...
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Early 20th Century American Adam Style Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Satinwood

White Oak Media Unit with Oak Trim "Temple Media Unit"
Located in Shelby Twp, MI
This media unit/credenza is made of solid oak using traditional woodworking joinery. The added trim on the Temple Media Unit enhances the texture and dimens...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Scandinavian Teak Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Chest Bar Cabinet, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design teak credenza cabinet or bar cabinet designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for Soborg Mobelfabrik with flap door that becomes a writin...
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1660s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Teak

Mid century Swedish inlaid elm sideboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century Swedish inlaid elm sideboard circa 1940. Swedish sideboard very much in the art deco taste.  High board with rounded ends, veneered in elm. Below the top surface the pi...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Elm, Walnut

Modern LP Media Console Entertainment Cabinet
Located in Nyack, NY
The AERO 76.5" media console provides a place for your turntable, a/v components, and up to 240 of your favorite records. Our AERO cabinets feature an exclusive LP Swivel Bin that uses our proprietary dual pivot hinge to protect records when closed and display them when open. Each piece is handcrafted out of domestically-sourced hardwoods in the tradition of fine-furniture. Whether you are an audiophile who wants integrated album storage in an audio rack or just need a beautiful entertainment cabinet...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple, Wood, Walnut, Hardwood

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by Cal-Mode
By Cal-Mode
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...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Resin, Walnut

1960s Curvy Steel Framed Standing Shelving Unit with Teak Shelves, Italy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian 1960s free-standing shelving unit with unusual black enameled steel frame and teak shelving. The frame has unusual curvy bent steel sides and features 3 shelves with back gua...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

French Empire Style Ebonized Bookcase
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This handsome Empire style open book shelf has a recent ebonized finish. This antique has the rounded column fronts of the empire style raised on paw feet. The interior is fitted wit...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

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

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Ebony, Rosewood

Arne Vodder for Sibast 75" Tambour Door Credenza/Cabinet in Teak Made in Denmark
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed by Danish icon Arne Vodder, this wonderful cabinet was produced by Sibast, the producer of some of the most iconic pieces ever made, such as the Bovirke Chaise. This cabinet...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Antique Directoire period chest of drawers in walnut - Italy 18th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant chest of drawers from the Directoire period, crafted in solid walnut, dates to the late 18th century and originates from Italy’s Veneto region, a hub of refined furnitur...
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Late 18th Century Italian Directoire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Modernist Chest Of Drawers
Located in London, GB
Nicely proportioned chest of drawers with exposed box jointing details to the drawer face. A well made piece of 20th Century furniture. Ideal for a bedside night stand or sofa end ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak, Walnut

Antique French Secretaire / Bureau in Mahogany
Located in Leicester, GB
Beautiful Antique French flame Mahogany secretaire/bureau/cabinet. The inside is lined with maple and finished with ebonized black details. The cabinet has got lots of charm and char...
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1890s French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Italian Renaissance Florentine Style Three Drawer Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional diminutive three drawer dresser by The Florentine Furniture Co, Made in Italy c. 1970's. The chest features a shapely Bombay sided case with incised and gilt surfaces, ca...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

English Wall Hanging Shelves of Patinated Oak with Canopy Top and Ogee Sides
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English wall hanging shelf or set of shelves of patinated oak from the 19th century, featuring a canopy top with cornice moulding and decorative ogees to the opposing sides, o...
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19th Century English Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Oak

Japanese Antique Drawer Natural Color 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 reinforcing brackets are mad...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cedar

French Art Deco Sideboard C. 1930
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking Art Deco console features a bold, symmetrical silhouette centered around a vertical stack of four drawers with sleek, circular metal pulls. The design features bold, ar...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Set of 3 Postmodern Profilsystem Corner Cabinets by Elmar Flötotto, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Rare corner containers from the Profilsystem collection of Flötotto in a special color.A very simple and functional design. The … Read more Rare corner containers from the Profilsyst...
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20th Century German Post-Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

French Directoire Style Library Cabinet in solid Cherry wood, Handcrafted
Located in Landivy, FR
This 3 doors bookcase is a handmade reproduction of the French Directoire Style at the end of the 18th century. This period style is remarkable with its straight, classical and timel...
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2010s French Directoire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Lacquer, Oak, Cherry, Wood

Early 20th-Century Antique Japanese Table-Top Tansu
Located in Austin, TX
An antique Japanese Tansu with soulful Wabi-Sabi. It appears to be made of Elmwood with finely engraved brass hardware that has a subtle green patina, with an overall soft luster to ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Bohemian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fruitwood

Phillip Modern Solid Wood Dresser by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Phillip Dresser by Crump and Kwash Solid wood case with continuous waterfall grain / blackened steel pulls and base / hand shaped solid wood feet / hand rubbed oil finish / premium...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Pair Mid-Century Mengel Lacquered Chests
Located in Houston, TX
Pair Mid-Century Mengel Lacquered Chests right in between the art deco and mid-century timeline. From the Permanized collection. Like many Mengel pieces, these are possibly a Raymond...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Lacquer

Rustic Spanish Colonial Hacienda Cabinet w/ Hand-Carved Faces
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Original Rustic Pine Wood Finish Style: Spanish Colonial Revival Capture the charm of Mexican Hacienda-style craftsmanship with t...
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1960s American Colonial Revival Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Vintage Asian Oriental Style Cherry Wood Bureau Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Carved Cherry Wood A stunning vintage Asian Oriental-style bureau dresser, crafted from richly carved cherry wood and dating to the...
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1970s American Other Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cherry

Rayonnage Mural Jean Prouvé 1936 France mid century modern industrial architect
Located in Dronten, NL
The streamlined shape of the two wall brackets of the Rayonnage Mural bookcase (1936) is a recurring element in Prouvé's creative oeuvre. Executed in Prouvé Blanc Colombe (ecru) enam...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

20th Century Spanish Baroque Style Cabinet on Stand, Bargueno or Varqueno
Located in Miami, FL
This Bargueno is embellished with a carving of Don Quixote de la Mancha bordered with branches of leaves. The desk is supported by a pedestal joined by a bridge of turned columns. Th...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Hollywood Regency Bar Cabinet in the Style of Willy Rizzo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cocktail bar with pair of bar stools, chrome-plated steel, velvet, stainless steel, plastic, Italy, 1970s Hollywood Regency cocktail bar in the style of Willy Rizzo. This exquisite...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum, Steel

Black Forest Sculptural Sideboard with Hand-Carved Legs in Blackened Oak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece rooted in nature, the Black Forest Sideboard is defined by its bold, hand-carved legs—monumental forms that evoke ancient tree trunks or forest columns. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Glass

Japanese Antique Black Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1868s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese drawer. The material is made of cedar, and the drawer has traces of "Meiji 1st year" (1868) written in ink at that time. Over time, black soot has turned in...
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1860s Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Early 19th C. Canadian Paint Decorated Pine Armoire
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine early 19th Century painted Canadian Armoire or Clothing cabinet. Probably Quebec. With an exceptional wood grain painted finish. The cabinet with carved cornice and two panels...
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Early 19th Century Canadian Folk Art Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Baker Furniture Historic Charleston Chippendale Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Chippendale or Georgian style lighted breakfront bookcase cabinet or dining cabinet By Baker Furniture, "Historic Charleston" Collection USA, Late 20th Century Flame ma...
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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Porthole Shelving System, Handcrafted Modern Solid Wood Shelving System
Located in Stevenson, WA
The Porthole Shelving System was originally designed for an audio lover's records, but it’s not just for vinyl records: it fits art books and whatever ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Hardwood

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

Midcentury Wall Hook "Dog" by Walter Bosse
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass ebonized wall hook "dog". Designed by Walter Bosse for Hertha Baller, Vienna from the 1950s. Used but in very good vintage condition.
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1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Minimalist Painted French Sideboard, circa 20th Century
Located in San Angelo, TX
Here is a beautiful imported Swedish 3 door, 3 drawer sideboard that is dry scraped and painted to a beautiful neutral tone with whites/creams. This is a fantastic minimalist piece t...
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Late 19th Century French Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

Henredon Modernist Three-Part Campaign Oak and Brass Buffet / Credenza
Located in Germantown, MD
A Stunning high quality vintage three-part Henredon campaign credenza sideboard. Post mid century, circa 70s. Solid wood with select grain all a...
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

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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