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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Vintage Colonial Revival Highboy Dresser by Huntley Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Designer: Huntley Furniture
Manufacturer: Huntley Furniture
Materials: Mahogany, Patinated Brass Handles
Vintage Colonial Revival Highboy Dre...
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1950s American Colonial Revival Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Glazed Display Cabinet, Chinese, Walnut Collector's Whatnot, Art Deco
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage glazed display cabinet, of Chinese craftsmanship and with fine Art Deco period charm, dating to circa 1940. Beautifully crafted in walnut, the cabinet offers refined presentation with Oriental character.
Elegant glazed front with mirrored back, ideal for displaying prized collectibles or ornaments
Striking Oriental shelf design, providing visual interest and distinctive tiered presentation
Crafted from quality walnut, with a warm caramel hue and attractive grain interest
Fitted with a pair of brass mounting loops, allowing for straightforward wall display
Door adorned with pierced fretwork, carved in a charming vine motif, adding decorative appeal
Lower fascia embellished with a relief scroll motif, showcasing skilled craftsmanship
Small brass pull handle and secure latch to the door, offering smooth and reliable access
This is a delightful Chinese vintage cabinet, well suited to hallways, living spaces or bathroom display...
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1940s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Sweetbriar Credenza, West Haddon Hall Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A grid formed out of solid oak wraps the facade of this floating, wall-mounted credenza. Three touch-latch doors reveal storage and a central shelf. Shown in honeyed oak with natur...
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2010s American Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Danish Designer, Chest of Drawers, Oak, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak chest of drawers produced by Pindex, Denmark, c. 1940s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.75"H x 31.5"W x 17.0"D
All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
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1940s Danish Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Schmieg & Kotzian Hepplewhite Style Demilune Flame Mahogany Buffet Sideboard 72"
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful Hepplewhite style sideboard or server by Schmieg & Kotzian, circa 1930s. Features a demilune form made from mahogany with a breakfront center having two graduated hand d...
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Early 20th Century Hepplewhite Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Tito Agnoli, Dresser, Rattan, Walnut, Italy, 1960s
By Tito Agnoli
Located in High Point, NC
A rattan and walnut dresser designed by Tito Agnoli and produced by Pierantonio Bonacina, Italy, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 22.0"H x 39.9"W x 20.75"D
All items ship fro...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rattan, Walnut
Sligh Furniture Campaign Desk in Leather, Mahogany and Brass
Located in Littleton, CO
Classic and refined, this 1978 Campaign-style executive desk by Sligh Furniture combines traditional craftsmanship with modern functionality. This desk features richly grained mahoga...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Oak Slatted Credenza / Sideboard With Record Player Hatch
Located in Portland, OR
Solid wood credenza / sideboard with slatted screen doors in white oak built by Material in Portland, Oregon. This piece is outfitted with a top hatch door for access to a space for ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Swedish 19th century satin birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian 19th century satin birch 4 drawer chest circa 1870.
Simple but elegant piece of Biedermeier influenced furniture. Rectangular top with moulded edge, below which a 4 gra...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch
IMB Modular Bookcase Series Selex 1960s Design Modernism
Located in Taranto, IT
This modular wooden bookcase, made in the 1960s by the renowned IMB manufacture, from the Selex series, is an iconic piece of mid-century modern design. Characterized by clean and es...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Vintage Colonial Revival Highboy Dresser by Kling Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Mahogany, Patinated Brass Handles
This vintage Colonial Revival highboy dresser was crafted by Kling Furniture in the United States...
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1950s American Colonial Revival Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Milo Baughman Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser for Glenn of California.
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 expe...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Pair of Louis XV Nightstands or Bed Side Cabinets C1900 France
Located in Trensacq, FR
A great pair of Louis xv style bedside tables or nightstands from 19th-century France. Two stylish cabinets each with a drawer and cupboard. Tall, generously proportioned with an att...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
Newly Refinished - Californian Modern Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
Materials: Satin Lacquered Wood, Walnut, Metal Legs
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Dante Chinoiserie-Style Carved Wooden Bar Cabinet by Spini Firenze
Located in Milan, IT
A celebration of Chinoiserie's poetic scenarios and sumptuous details, this clean-lined wooden bar cabinet is an authentic cabinetmaking masterpiece. Gold-leaf and shaded-red decorat...
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2010s Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Paul Goldman for PlyModern Walnut Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Paul Goldman for Plymodern Molded Plywood Desk. Plymodern developed several designs all made of plywood. There is a bedroom grouping as well that you see sometimes. The desk maybe...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut, Plywood
19th-C. English Primitive Rustic Scrubbed Pine Sideboard / Cabinet / Hutch
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a wonderful 19th century scrubbed pine sideboard. The piece has a warm, rich rustic patina. The drawers are dovetailed. It dates approximately to 1850. It does show age appro...
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1850s English Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern 6-Drawer 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 design...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Antique Rare Fine Pair of French Marquetry and Gilt Bronze Mounted Commodes
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique fine French rare pair of early 20th century mahogany, fruitwood marquetry and gilt bronze mounted commodes In the Louis XVI Style, after the original model of the commode com...
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Early 20th Century English Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze, Other
Spectacular Art Deco Walnut Vitrine Display Cabinet, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this truly fabulous & genuinely rare example Art Deco English display cabinet. We haven't had this design in quite a number of years so it is quite a rare f...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Lead
Traditional Rustic Pinewood Dresser – Spain, Circa 1900
Located in Barcelona, ES
Traditional Rustic Pinewood Dresser – Spain, Circa 1900
Bring a touch of rustic charm and timeless elegance into your home with this traditional pinewood dresser, crafted by an unknown artisan in Spain around 1900. This beautifully handcrafted piece exemplifies the simplicity and authenticity of rustic Spanish furniture...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Modernist Cabinet by P.E.L. Izeren for De Genneper Molen, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Modernist cabinet.
Design by P.E.L. Izeren for De Genneper Molen.
Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.
Solid oak base with the original solid mac...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Macassar, Oak
Rare Swiss alp painted children cupboard dated 1833
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Rare Swiss alp painted children cupboard dated 1833
Category
1830s Swiss Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Bookcase w/ Glass Doors
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 design...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
Directional, Dresser, Walnut, Cane, USA, 1960s
By Directional
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and cane dresser designed and produced by Directional Furniture, USA, c. 1960s.
Touch ups carried out.
Dimensions: 32” H x 72.2” W x 18.1” D
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality mahogany breakfront bookcase having a quality mahogany astral glazed breakfront top with four doors opening to reveal 9 adjustable shelves above a quality m...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
Swedish hand painted 19th century pine cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish hand painted 19th century pine cupboard circa 1788.
We are pleased to offer this fine piece of traditional hand painted scandinavian furniture, in the form of a double door ...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine, Paint
Antique English Mahogany CORNER Display Shelf BARLEY TWIST Étagère Bookshelf
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Mahogany CORNER Display Shelf BARLEY TWIST Étagère Bookshelf.
Direct from England, a beautiful antique English corner shelf or ét...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Genuine Swedish Original Gustavian Period Handmade Chest of Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish chest of drawers from the 1700s in gustavian style. The chest is a genuine Swedish gustavian furniture with four drawers made by hand in solid pine around 1790. Class...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Baker Furniture Style Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Hand Painted Lingerie Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie eight-drawer lingerie chest of drawers
In the manner of Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1970s
Black lacquered and gold gilt wood, w...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1950s Paul McCobb Orange & Black Credenza for Planner Group
Located in Glendale, CA
1950s Paul McCobb McCobb Orange & Black Credenza for Planner Group.
This exceptional early credenza was designed by the legendary Paul McCobb and produced by Planner Group. A highl...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Dark Green 1830 Floral Painted Cupboard
Located in Vo', Veneto
Dark Green Painted Wardrobe Dated 1830
Period: 1830 (dated)
Origin: European Alps
Wood essence: Fir
Dimension :
Height: 166 cm
Width: 123 cm (127 cm to the corners)
Depth: 50 cm (54 cm to the corners)
Description
Antique alpine wardrobe...
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1820s Italian Directoire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
German bridal cabinet
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A beautiful cabinet from the rural south of Germany. The cabinet was once given as a wedding gift. This cabinet is hand-painted in vibrant colours. The cabinet has its original hinge...
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1950s German Folk Art Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Large and impressive Teak Executive Desk by D-Scan
By D-Scan
Located in South Charleston, WV
39 1/8 deep, 72.5" wide and 28.25" tall. A large, well-crafted, and impressive 1970s danish modern teak executive desk by D-Scan. This is a very heavy desk. Clean Danish modern-inspired design distinguished by 3.75” wide solid teak legs with exposed finger joinery in the style of Niels Bach or Peter Hvidt. Expansive top features very handsome highly figured grain. Finished on all sides, allowing for flexible room placement. Five drawers with flush-mount solid brass hinged ring pulls. Top right drawer locks, though key is no longer extant. Bottom right drawer has rails for hanging file folders. Privacy panel is inset 14” from the back, providing plenty of room for opposing chairs...
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1970s Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Vintage Maddox Hepplewhite Style Mahogany Tambour Secretary Desk & Bookcase
Located in Dayton, OH
An exceptional vintage Hepplewhite-style secretary by Maddox, circa 1930s. This beautiful specimen is made from mahogany with an upper bookcase having double mullioned glass doors ov...
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1930s American Hepplewhite Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Japanese Antique Cabinet with Glass Doors, Taisho Era '1912-1926', Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique cabinet was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912-1926).
It features a glass-fronted design, with a larger-sized cabinet. Made of Katsura wood, the cupboard has a smooth, fi...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Early 19th Century Italian Empire Walnut Antique Chest of Drawers with Secrets
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this elegant antique Italian chest of drawers dating back to the early 19th century, Empire period. An extremely refined chest of drawers, whose characteristics suggest th...
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Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Sherwood Sideboard Green by Fabrizio Contaldo
By Arkof
Located in Milan, IT
This unique design green 4-hinged door sideboard will add a touch of contemporary elegance to your home. The body is made entirely in polished OSB, while the internal shelves and the...
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2010s Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
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18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Italian Freestanding Parchment Cabinet, circa 1970
Located in CA, CA
An almost certainly unique Italian freestanding cabinet, circa 1970
A body of circular form curves into an huge arch peaking at over 9 feet in height. finished in parchment with lea...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Leather, Wood
Contemporary Design Brushed Brass Book Shelf 'Apollo' by Lara Bohinc
By Lara Bohinc
Located in Glasgow, GB
A contemporary design from Bohinc Studio’s Apollo series, this console table is a study in sculptural contrast and proportion. Fabricated in Portugal, it features a rare, custom-spec...
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2010s Portuguese Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
20th Century, Le Corbusier Wardrobe for Hunitè d'Habitation de Marseille
By Le Corbusier
Located in Turin, Turin
Le Corbusier was a Swiss-French architect, designer, urbanist, writer and also painter, who is famous for being one of the pioneers of what is now called Modern architecture or the I...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Swedish Designer, Cabinet, Birch, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A dark-stained birch cabinet designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
Dimensions: 58.8” H x 38.5” W x 18.375” D
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch
Extremely Fine Italian Baroque Ebonized Wood, Faux Ivory, and Hardstone Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Extremely fine Italian Baroque ebonized wood, faux ivory, and hardstone cabinet, Florence, 20th century.
Decorated overall with Berainesque (light...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
An art deco wood and marble buffet by Built by John, late 19th century
Located in View Park, CA
A wood and marble art deco buffet / sideboard « Built by John », early 20th century. Featuring hand-carved rosewood and mahogany construction, original brass hardware, and green marb...
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Late 19th Century American Art Deco Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany three door wardrobe having a quality figured mahogany shaped cornice above three figured mahogany moulded panelled arch top doors with eigh...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
Colonial Revival Secretary Desk w/ Glass Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Designer: Northwestern Cabinet Co.
Manufacturer: Northwestern Cabinet Co.
Materials: Mahogany, Original Glass, Patinated Brass Hadles
Crafted by Northwestern Cabinet Co. in the 1950s, this Colonial Revival Secretary Desk with Glass...
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1950s American Colonial Revival Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Regency Style Carved Mahogany Faux Bamboo Etagere / Shelf / Book
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a regency style carved fruitwood faux bamboo shelf / etagere / bookcase. The shelves are about 11.75” deep, and 14 inches in height. The top shelf is the only one that has a ...
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Mid-20th Century American Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Early Venetian Hand Painted Neo-Classical Style Bookcase Faux Marble Top
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century hand painted Venetian bookshelf. The piece has elements of neo-classicsm and a faux marble painted top. The exterior is is a creamy almost yellow toned ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Itoku Vienna Straw & Moka-Finished Ash Bookcase by Black Tie #2
Located in Milan, IT
A couple of curved moka-stained ash frames enriched with Vienna straw characterize this bookcase as a captivating design evocative of refined oriental atmopheres. Coordinated-shaped ...
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2010s Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique, Chest of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912'Wabi Sabi"Tansu"
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868-1912).
The urushi (Japanese lacquer) finish, with subtle hints of brown beneath the surface, reflects the passage o...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Small Antique Zanzibar Chest, East African Teak, Brass, Travel Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique Zanzibar chest. An East African travel trunk in solid teak and brass, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. A petite yet striking example, exhibit...
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1850s Zanzibari Early Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Japanese Antique Chest of Drawers "Tansu", Meiji Era '1868–1912'Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912).
Made of Japanese cedar and finished with urushi (Japanese lacquer), it has developed a beautifully weathered ...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
1950s Art Deco Mid-Century Italian Wood and Brass Dry Bar Cabinet Liquor Cart
Located in Carimate, Como
Unique and very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century dry bar cabinet cart with two glass tiers and highlighted by the great wooden structure design and overall shape completed by the...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
18th Century Wrought Iron Italian Antique Hobnail Safe Strong Box Bar Cabinet
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful and rare example of late 18th century Italian master blacksmith craftsmanship, this antique studded safe with typical all-around hobnails and great wrought iron details, pr...
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Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Large and impressive Swedish dark birch open bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Large and impressive Swedish dark birch open bookcase circa 1950.
We are pleased to offer this bookcase of large proportions which measures at just over 9 feet long.
Just completel...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch
18th Century Welsh Dresser Base
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Handsome 18th-century Welsh dresser base in rich oak with three drawers above a shaped apron. The piece rests on cabriole front legs and straight rear supports, combining utility wit...
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18th Century British Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Blue Floral Painted Cupboard with Sunflowers
Located in Vo', Veneto
Alpine Blue Painted Wardrobe with Sunflowers
Measurements: H. 183 cm - W. 128 (150 to the frames) cm - D. 55 (66 to the frames) cm
Period: Late 18th century
Origin: Bavarian Alps
Wo...
Category
1790s German Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
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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