Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
1980s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Elm
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Seagrass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Birch, Rosewood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Ash
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Plastic, Pine
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Slate, Bronze, Enamel, Steel
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Glass
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chestnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
1960s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Soapstone
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Resin, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Maple
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Formica, Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Birch, Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Onyx, Granite, Marble, Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Maple
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Porcelain
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
2010s American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Giltwood, Lacquer
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut, Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rosewood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Bronze
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Teak
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.