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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Antique Ca. 1820 Federal Era Trompe L'oeil Painted Chest
Located in Peabody, MA
American Federal era chest of drawers in its original trompe l’oeil mustard painted finish, ca. 1820.
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1820s American Federal Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

High Bar Sideboard "Voltaire" designed by De Coene, Kortrijk, Belgium
By Joseph Francois de Coene, De Coene Frères
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco bar "Voltaire" cabinet manufactured by De Coene Frères in Belgium, circa 1950 walnut veneer with detailed brass lines and bronze stylized appliques designed with leaves and ...
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1950s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

American of Martinsville Merton Gershun Bali-Hi Dresser, ca. 1950’s
Located in New York, NY
Chic, sophisticated and stylish Bali Hi dresser, designed by Merton Gurshun for American of Martinsville. The dresser has six deep drawers each having faux bam...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Danish Designer, Chest of Drawers, Oak, Denmark, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak chest of drawers designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1940s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.88"H x 29"W x 15.75"D All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

1950's Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern Mahogany & Brass Credenza or Lowboy Dresser
Located in West Chester, PA
1950's Mid-Century Modern Widdicomb Credenza or Lowboy Dresser with interesting large scale brass and black enamel drawer pulls and vertical brass ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Enamel, Steel

Azucena Ignazio Gardella Book Case LB2 Brass ebonized wood
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Azucena Ignazio Gardella bookcase LB2 brass ebonized wood, the shelves have been restored only wax.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Harewood

Chinese Antique Mirrored Vanity Kang Chest
Located in Somis, CA
A beautiful, 19th century Kang chest in solid wood with mitered tenon and mortise construction. Four mirrored screen doors and 2 full depth drawers. Middle ...
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19th Century Chinese Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Antique 19th century warm brown oak Dutch Lectern or portable desk writing box
Located in Casteren, NL
This exquisite antique writing box was meticulously handcrafted using traditional joinery techniques, with beautifully visible dovetail joints at the corners. Made in the Southern Ne...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel

Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Shelving Unit with Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pilastro Two-Section Wall Shelving Unit with Cabinet Attributed to Pilastro Netherlands, 1950s–1960s A striking example of Dutch mid-century industrial design, this two-section ena...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Vintage Sideboard by Leo Bub for Bub Wertmöbel, 1960s
By Bub Wertmöbel 1
Located in Ranst, VAN
Beautiful sideboard by Leo Bub for BUB Wertmöbel. This sideboard is a true collector’s piece, featuring four hinged doors, two inner drawers, and a lot of storage space. Made of teak...
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Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Small English Bow Front Serpentine Chest or Commode of Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English small chest of drawers or commode of patinated flame mahogany, featuring a moulded serpentine top over a frieze of four d...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal, Brass

Mid century Danish modern teak wardrobe Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bernhard Pedersen & Son Mid-century modern teak wide high wardrobe dresser. Has 2 sliding tambour doors has 1 interior shelf and 8 drawers with dovetail joints. Stamped on the unders...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Quebecois Armoire
Located in Greenwich, CT
A French-Canadian armoire in pine having two doors on a narrow case with an overhanging molded cornice, the doors each featuring rebated full door X-crosses in a rectangular surround...
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18th Century Canadian Louis XIV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, American Walnut For Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, American Walnut For Cassina Designed between 1956 and 1957 by Franco Albini and Fra...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Drexel Chippendale Mahogany Highboy Dresser or Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style eight-drawer highboy dresser By Drexel USA, Circa 1980s Beautiful carved mahogany, with ebonized trim, and original brass hardware. Measu...
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1980s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

French 19th Century Chestnut & Oak Enfilade
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This French oak & chestnut enfilade is a substantial piece to anchor any room, at over six feet long and more than three feet tall. Transitional in style, it favors clean lines to al...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Hollywood Regency Highboy Chest Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Mahogany Chinese Chippendale Hollywood Regency Highboy Chest Dresser. Item features a cedar lined drawer, solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, nicely carved details...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Art Deco Bar Cabinet in Burl Walnut, Guglielmo Urlich Attributed, circa 1930
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Art Deco bar cabinet in burl walnut, Guglielmo Urlich attributed for Meroni & Fossati , Lissone-Milano . All original cabinet restored, with functioning internal lighting. The internal mirror, has parts of small mirrors oxidized, that we thought not to replace to have a 100% original cabinet. Original Murano glass handles, circa 1930. The internal compartment has a removable shelf, usable as a tray. Measures cm: H76 W82 D44 (internal H38cm). Guglielmo Ulrich (born 1904, Milan–died 1977...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mirror, Burl, Walnut

19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany and Gilt Bronze wardrobe
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Armoire, the dome top above a large central bevelled mirror door flanked by two narrow well-figure panelled doors. Opening to r...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Brutalist Style Four Door Credenza
Located in Pasadena, TX
Elevate your home with the exquisite Mondrian Credenza. Crafted from luxurious Mango Wood, its contemporary design and spacious. Provides both functionality and elegance. Enhance you...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Brutalist Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Oak

Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie four-drawer dresser or chest of drawer By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1970s Gorgeous carved walnut, w...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

19th Century English Pine Glass Door Cabinet with Painted Interior
Located in Atlanta, GA
With its tall, narrow silhouette and charming paned glass doors, this 19th-century English pine cabinet invites effortless storage and display. The warmth of the naturally aged pine ...
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19th Century English Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Pine

A console by Andre Sornay France 40s.
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
A large studded light beech console with two horizontal tops separated by vertical uprights and finished with a rainbow motif. By André Sornay (1902-2000), France 40s.
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1940s French Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Beech

West Michigan Furniture Co. Mid-Century Modern Walnut Double Dresser
Located in West Chester, PA
A mid-century modern low dresser by West Michigan Furniture Co. in solid walnut with unique brass drawer pulls and six spacious dovetailed drawers. The top is a wood grain laminate w...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique Austrian Biedermeier Walnut Ebony Gilt Bronze Chest Drawers Commode 1820
Located in Portland, OR
A fine antique Austrian early Biedermeier walnut & ebonized chest of drawers/ commode, circa 1820. This very handsome antique Biedermeier commode is in excellent condition, it is mad...
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1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bronze

Circa 1750 Early George III Period Slant Front Bureau Desk
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1750 early George III period slant front bureau desk. Wood referred to at the time as "Red Walnut", with oak drawer liners. Original, fine cut-work bat-wing brass hardware. Ori...
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1750s English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Oak

Teak Mid-Century Modern Corner Cabinet or Cupboard, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning Mid-Century Modern corner cabinet or cupboard. Striking Dutch design from the 1960s. Solid teak and teak veneer. Three original drawe...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

19th C. French Empire Style Louis Philippe Period Secretaire Abattant
Located in Forney, TX
A Louis Philippe period (1830–1848) fruitwood secretaire abattant fall front desk. Born in France in the mid-19th century, hand-crafted of rich solid fruitwood with warm wood tones, subtle grain detail, and nicely aged mellow patina over the whole. Finished in French Empire taste, having a molded cornice, concealed ogee frieze drawer with dovetail joinery, over fall front panel, opening to reveal original fitted interior gallery, with inset gilt tooled leather writing surface, large open shelf cubby, six drawers of various size, above double-door cabinet with brass shield escutcheon that opens to provide generous storage space, and an additional lower drawer for valuables hidden in the base molding, rising on square feet. Dimensions: (approx) 56.75" High 41" Wide, 17.5" Deep History/Back Story: Louis Philippe furniture had the same types and forms as the earlier French Restoration style, but with less decoration; comfort was the primary consideration. During the turbulent French Revolution and following Napoleon rule, Louis Philippe (1773-1850) remained in exile for 21 years until the Bourbon Restoration, when he became the King of the French from 1830 to 1848. For the first time, the developing upper class–not the monarchy–influenced the progression of this style’s characteristics. However, King Louis Philippe’s personality still inspired many aspects.  His casual nature reflected this style’s informal, comfortable build. Much of the style was taken from the personality of the King himself. Unlike his Bourbon predecessors, he wore business dress...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Leather, Fruitwood

Mid- Century Modern Aldo Tura Brass & Lacquered Goatskin Bar Cart / Serving
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an Italian mid-century modern brass and lacquered goatskin designed by Aldo Tura. Aldo worked almost exclusively with goatskin, and his brass hardware was often baroque in st...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Lane Staccato Mid Century Walnut Brutalist Highboy Armoire
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Mid Century Walnut Brutalist Highboy Armoire This armoire measures: 38 wide x 18.75 deep x 64.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restor...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Art Deco Iconic Circular Walnut Drinks Bar Cart Trolley, English, 1930s
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this original and very attractive iconic English Art Deco Savoy Hostess trolley cart dating from the 1920s-1930s period. This three-tiered trolley not only ...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Contemporary Brutalist Geometric Commode in Solid Oak
Located in Paris, IDF
Wardrobe made of solid oak (+ linseed oil) Measures: H. 77 x 170 x 60 cm SÓHA design studio conceives and produces furniture design and decorative objects in solid oak in an authent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Pine Two Door Raised Panel Armoire
Located in Baltimore, MD
What a good-looking armoire! This predominantly pine armoire looks great with its generous use of hardwood rim. A hardwood ogee crown molding attaches to the top frieze, followed a...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Victorian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Early Baroque Cabinet, 18th / 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Two-door cabinet with shallow proportions and richly carved, multi-curved crown, adorned with a winged cherub in a cartouche with wavy edges. The cabinet stands on compressed bun fee...
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Early 18th Century Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Iron

Modular Asymmetrical Durmast Bookcase by Erika Gambella
Located in Milan, IT
Merging minimalist style with traditional craftsmanship, this modular asymmetrical bookcase will make a superior complement to any interior decor. ...
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2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Paul McCobb for Calvin Two Piece Etagere / Room Divider Circa 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
A two-piece etagere by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, circa 1960s, in walnut with brushed aluminum framework and hardware. Can also serve as a room divider if desired. Base meas...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum

Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is a very old Japanese drawer. It was built from the late Edo period to the Meiji period (1820-1912). It is furniture that was used in shops rather than being used in ordinary hom...
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Cedar

Contemporary Cabinet 'Bridges' by Muller Van Severen, Small, Triangle, Green
Located in Paris, IDF
Cabinet 'Bridges' by Muller Van Severen, Small, Triangle, Green Dimensions: 120 x 52 x 90 cm 47,2 x 20,5 x 35,4 in Model presented: Bridges in the Triangle disposition Small size ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ash

Mid-Century Tall Credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1514 Walnut
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid-century tall credenza by Paul McCobb circa 1950 Planner Group #1514 has 1 adjustable shelves w/pins with 1 drawer on the left side and 3 drawers on the right side. Soli...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Maple

Vintage Italian Walnut Marquetry Gentleman's Semainier Tall Chest Of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
A handsome vintage Italian gentlemen's semainier / seven drawer dresser. Born in Italy in the first half of the 20th century, Baroque Tuscan country / Mediterranean Revival taste, f...
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20th Century Italian Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut, Wood

French Art Deco shaving cabinet in oak with beveled mirror
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / shaving cabinet / oak, mirror / Art Deco Sleek Art Deco wall cabinet in oak with beautiful patine and its original beveled mirror. This shaving cabinet has nice carv...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mirror, Oak

Antique Swedish Genuine Blue Country Cabinet
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish blue cabinet. The cabinet is a genuine Swedish country house furniture from the early 1800s, around 1820. The cabinet is i...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Hendredon 6 Drawer Walnut Low Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Henredon 6 Drawer Walnut Dresser in Clean Original Condition. Matching nightstand listed in separate listing. Unusual turned wood handles add a unique element to the look of this p...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Axel Einar Hjorth Wooden "Lovö" Pine Cabinet for Nordiska Kompaniet, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very rare "Lovö" cabinet in stained pine wood by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm Sweden, 1930s. In good original condition. Key is included. Dimensions: H: 156 c...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wrought Iron

19th Century Korean Tansu Cabinet
Located in Elkton, MD
This is an exquisite two-part Korean Tansu cabinet from the early 20th century. The upper case features four small fitted drawers, while both uppe...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Japonisme Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique Jacquot's Genuine French Country Store Roll Top Counter Display Cabinet
Located in Doylestown, PA
Authentic roll top general store countertop display cabinet for Jacquot's Genuine French blacking polish or dye, c. 1900. It features a tam...
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Early 1900s French Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Paint

American Furniture Jacobean Gothic Walnut Tallboy Dresser Chest Drawers
Located in Dayton, OH
American Furniture Company Jacobean Gothic Revival tallboy dresser, Circa 1930s. Operating out of Batesville Indiana since 1899, they worked closely an...
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1930s Jacobean Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Michael Taylor for Baker Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Burled Walnut Sideboard
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1970s Gorgeous burled walnut, ...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

19th Century Bleached Walnut Burl French Louis Philippe Chest Of Drawers
Located in Viterbo, VT
Louis Philippe chest of drawers hand-made in Southern France in the early 1800s using fruitwood and decorated with walnut burl veneer. The chest of drawers follows the typical Louis ...
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Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Chinoiserie Display Cabinet / Hand Gilt Black Lacquered Wood Vitrine
Located in Tarry Town, NY
magnificently handcrafted chinoiserie cabinet of the highest quality. This was made in England & dates from the 1930’s. This is one of the finest examples we have ever come across, ...
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1930s English Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Gold, Brass

Dos Gallos Custom Large Oak Wood Cabinet or Wardrobe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Trastero cabinet in oakwood with heavy distress. Available in a variety of finishes. Custom sizes. Interior can be set up as a wardrobe or with shelves. As shown in open grain...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Modular "Samara" storage wall unit by Derk Jan de Vries for Maisa, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Modular wooden Samara storage wall unit by Dutch designer Derk Jan de Vries, created in the 1970s. This modular storing unit consists of four volumes and includes shelves and drawers...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Ash

Joe Colombo 'Boby' Trolley Size M with 4 Drawers in Honey for B-Line
Located in Tilburg, NL
Joe Colombo 'Boby' Trolley for B-Line. Designed in 1970, current production. Part of the permanent collection of MoMA in New York and the “Triennale” in Milan, Smau Prize in 1971. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Plastic

Alvar Aalto Entryway Console Mirror and Stool Set, 1950s for Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful entryway set of a drawer console, mirror and stool by Alvar Aalto for Artek made of solid birch. The set is in original condition with a light surface finishing. The wood...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch, Mirror

Arcate bedside table, in open-pore ash wood, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il comodino Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include settimanali e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
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2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Ash

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

Lacquered black wood and chrome metal chest of drawers, "Aiace" model - 1970s.
Located in Roma, RM
Curved lacquered black wood and chrome metal chest of drawers, "Aiace" model - 1970s. Produced by Benati in 1970 and designed in 1966. Product details Dimensions: 120 W x 75 H x 54 D...
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1970s Italian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Italian Louis XVI 19th Century Walnut Two-Drawer Commode with Inlay
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian Louis XVI style walnut commode from the 19th century with two drawers and inlaid banding. This exquisite Italian Louis XVI style walnut commode from the 19th century showcases timeless elegance and superb craftsmanship. Crafted from various types of walnut, this commode features two drawers adorned with delicate inlaid banding that beautifully surrounds both the drawers and the rectangular top. The dovetail drawers, equipped with classical brass hardware, reflect meticulous attention to detail and historical authenticity. The commode stands gracefully on tapered legs, enhancing its refined silhouette. The natural aging expected in a piece from the 19th century adds to its character and charm, making it a captivating addition to any interior space. The warm tones of the walnut, combined with the inlaid designs, create a piece that is both functional and decorative. Ideal for use in a bedroom, living room, or hallway, this Louis XVI style commode offers ample storage while serving as a striking focal point. Its timeless design complements both classic and contemporary interiors, allowing it to blend seamlessly with a variety of décor styles. Whether used to store linens, clothes, or cherished keepsakes, this antique Italian walnut commode...
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19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern 6-Drawer Dresser by Ronney & Sons
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

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Brass

French Modernist Desk, Early 1930's
Located in CA, CA
A French modernist desk from the early 1930s with striking clean lines. The pedestal opens with a drawer at the bottom noted by a solid brass cylindrical handle, to the side an ope...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

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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