Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mid-20th Century German Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
20th Century Danish Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century German Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak, Walnut
19th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble
1960s German Bauhaus Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Birdseye Maple, Cherry
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Carrara Marble
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Early 20th Century Finnish Jugendstil Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Copper
1930s German Bauhaus Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
2010s German Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Chrome
2010s Austrian Jugendstil Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
1910s European Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Stone
2010s Danish Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Oak
1910s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mirror, Walnut
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cut Glass, Mahogany, Oak
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
Early 1900s German Jugendstil Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pearwood, Walnut
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Fruitwood, Walnut
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Beech
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century Italian Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Maple
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Tapestry
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cut Glass, Ash, Birch, Mahogany
20th Century American Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1910s Jugendstil Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Pearwood
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1910s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
1910s German Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Walnut, Burl
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
20th Century French Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cherry
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1950s Dutch Bauhaus Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wire
1910s Swedish Jugendstil Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Ash
Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1950s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Vintage Storage Cabinets and Antique Case Pieces for Sale: Shop Credenzas, Sideboards, Bookcases and Dressers on 1stDibs
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.