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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Antique 16th Century German Dark Brown oak carved Stollentruhe Trunk or Chest
Located in Casteren, NL
This impressive large Stollentruhe, also known as a Stollentroewe, is a large German storage chest crafted around 1580. Its distinctive construction, with massive upright corner post...
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16th Century German Medieval Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
$11,056 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century French Restauration Style Mahogany Bookcase, Vitrine, Bibliotheque
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid nineteenth century French Restauration style bookcase or vitrine is constructed of solid mahogany and features a bronze plaque at the crown detailed with symmetrical leaves,...
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Mid-19th Century French Restauration Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Style Chest of Drawers, Walnut Frame with Black Relief Fronts
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This stylish and contemporary chest of drawers is a beautiful blend of rich wood and minimalist design. It features a sleek, rectilinear silhouette with a deep, dark wood veneer. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Thomasville Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Campaign Green Lacquered Bar Cabinets
By Thomasville
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style bar cabinets or buffet servers
By Thomasville
USA, Circa 1970s
Green lacquered walnut, with brass a...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1800 Alpine Dark Red Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Vo', Veneto
Antique Hand-Painted Chest with Flowers, dated 1800
Technical information:
Period: 1800
Origin: Alps (Tyrol)
Wood: Fir
Height: 48 cm 18.9 in
Width: 130 cm 51.2 in
Depth: 61 cm 2...
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Early 1800s Italian Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Globe Wernicke Mission Oak Barrister Bookcase Secretary with Leaded Glass c1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Antique Globe Wernicke Mission Oak 5 Stack Barrister Bookcase...
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Early 20th Century Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Vintage Danish Rosewood MCM credenza restored
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Professionally restored to perfection.
Scandinavian credenza showcases exquisite craftsmanship, highlighted by its deep oxblood-toned rosewood and striking cathedral grain. The rich...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut 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
Materials
Walnut
MCM Brutalist Rosewood and Ebony long dresser or credenza
By Paul Evans
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Phenomenal Rosewood & Ebony long nine drawer dresser or credenza
Super rare Canadian Tabago company dresser with outstanding wood grain.
This is in great original condition with m...
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1970s Canadian Brutalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Ebony, Rosewood
Mid-Century Georgian Style Red & Gilt Chinoiserie Secretary Desk
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a Chinese red Georgian style chinoiserie secretary. It is a mid-century find that is heavily painted with pastoral scenes and go,t accents. It is most likely American and is ...
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Mid-20th Century American George III Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
TOMADO Multi-Color Industrial Standing Shelf, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Colorful and iconic, this Industrial standing bookshelf was produced by the famed Dutch manufacturer TOMADO (short for “Tot Aan de Ontwikkeling van Doe-het-zelf Artikelen”) in the 19...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Poul Cadovius Royal wall system 2 Cabinets 6 shelves 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Poul Cadovius for Royal system . Hanging wall system .new Glass doors .
3 uprights . 2 Cabinets and 6 shelves . Teak .and al the hardware .
can be changed in every position you wan...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Louis XVI Period Commode In Walnut Late 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined Louis XVI period commode crafted from solid walnut, dating to the late 18th century. This elegant French chest of drawers opens to three full-length drawers, each fitted wi...
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Art Deco Hexagonal Top wardrobe
Located in Barnstaple, GB
A truly beautiful Art Deco Wardrobe with hexagonal top. A lovely warm honey colour with striking burr walnut inlaid motif to the centre, segmented inlay to the upper section accentua...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Marquetry Commode, Chest of Drawers
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This smaller scale late 18th century French Louis XVI period chest features a beveled Saint Anne marble top and a geometric marquetry facade of rosewood, lemon wood, mahogany and ebo...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Early Italian Metal Tole Garden Etagere Or Shelf W/ Lemons, Pears, and Cherries
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early Italian tole etagere with glass shelves. It features cascading greenery and fruit. It was probably once used outside as it does show wear to the greenery and frame. ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Antique Asian Apothocary Cabinet with Drawers
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
This charming vintage elm wood console is a one-of-a-kind piece with beautiful age and patina that adds character to any space. Its patina painted elm wood finish showcases the natur...
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20th Century Organic Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
William & Mary Oyster Veneered Walnut Chest Of Drawers - Circa 1680-1710
Located in Bridgeport, CT
William and Mary walnut chest having"oyster burl" veneers bound by circles of string inlay on the molded edge top which rests above two smaller side by side drawers over two graduate...
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18th Century English William and Mary Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Chinese Mother of Pearl and Hardstone Decorated Lacquered Side Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
A Chinese Mother of Pearl and Hardstone Decorated Lacquered Side Cabinet. Protective glass top. Adjustable shelf.
Measure 24" in width, 12" in width and 32 in height.
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Stone
20th Century, Piero Fornasetti Rare Trumeau mod. Gran Coromandel
Located in Turin, Turin
Piero Fornasetti was an Italian painter, sculptor, decorator, and craftsman who used ornamental and pictorial motifs to decorate silk scarves, furniture, plates, vessels, and similar...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood, Harewood
Paul Laszlo, Dresser, Oak, USA, 1950s
By Paul Laszlo
Located in High Point, NC
An oak dresser designed by Paul Laszlo and produced by Brown Saltman, USA, 1950s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 33.25"H x 62.0"W x 18.5"D
All items ship from High Point, North Carol...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Oak
Wire shelf / wall bookcase “Artist” Ikea 1990s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Ikea String spirit shelf from tomado / enetri by niels gammelgaard. 2 chrome metal uprights. 5 pine spokes.
Attaches to the wall and stands on the floor with two points.
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1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wire
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Highboy Dresser
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak high boy dresser, circa 1960's. Solid wood edging and stunning book matched veneer. Integrated, sleek handles and contrasting tapered legs.
Unrestored item with option to pur...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Cupboard Blue Floral Painted - Europe Early 19th Century
Located in Vo', Veneto
Painted Cabinet in Ottanium Blue
Period: Early 1800s
Origin: Bavarian Alps
Wood type: Fir
Dimensions:
H. 157 cm 61.8 in
W. 107 cm 42.1 in
D. 42 cm 16.5 in
Description:
"Töl...
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1810s German Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Charlotte Perriand Nuage Shelving Unit, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shelving unit designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1952-56. Relaunched by Cassina in 2012.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
Authenticity and avant-garde characterise Charlotte Perrian...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Brutalist Italian Chestnut Wood and Brass Bar Cabinet, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Brutalist-style three-door bar cabinet in chestnut wood. With geometric and harmonious lines, the piece of furniture is also embellished by the underlying brass band.
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1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern "OS29" sideboard by Arne Vodder, Denmark, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful “OS29” rosewood sideboard by Arne Vodder, where yellow and white panel doors contrast with the cleanly sculpted drawers to the right. A rim runs along the back of the table...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
French Art Deco tall cabinet with glass door and hidden compartiment, ca. 1920
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1920 / cabinet / wood, glass, fabric / Art Deco / Mid-century
Timeless tall wooden wall mounted or standing cabinet with one glass door and underneath a hidden storage comp...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fabric, Glass, Wood
Sideboard By Karl Erik Ekselius For JOC Design Vetlanda Sweden. 1960s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Very beautiful and high quality sideboard / credenzas in teak and designed by Karl Erik Ekselius for JOC Design Vetlanda Sweden. This cabinet is in absolutely beautiful condition and...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Beech, Teak
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Walnut 8-Door Bookcase
Located in Atlanta, GA
An impressive 19th-century French walnut bookcase in the Louis XVI style, crafted during the Napoleon III period. This monumental bibliothèque is composed of two sections: the upper ...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood, Walnut
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Large Antique Victorian Quality Inlaid Figured Mahogany 3 Door Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Large Antique Victorian quality inlaid figured mahogany 3 door wardrobe having a shaped inlaid cornice above a large bevelled edge mirror door opening to reveal a fitted interior con...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak 30-Drawer File Cabinet, Circa 1900
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional antique Arts & Crafts oak 30-drawer card catalog or file cabinet with two pull-out writing tablets
In the manner of Globe Wernicke
Produced for The Richmond ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Oak Sideboard by Henry Kjærnulf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oak Sideboard by Henry Kjærnulf
Dimensions: 83.5"w x 20"d x 47.5"h
Designer: Henry Kjærnulf
Material: Oak
Denmark, c1970s
VNT1665
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Poul Cadovius Royal wall system with magazine holder 1960s Denmark
Located in Den Haag, NL
Iconic Teak wall system Designed by Poul Cadovius for Royal system .
Denmark .This is a modular system so all the shelves and cabinets
can be changed in every desired position .
3 ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Fine Walnut & carved Gilded 2 door cabinet on stand
Located in Dereham, GB
Fine Walnut & Gilt 2 door cabinet on stand circa 1920s,
Parcel gilt & carved decorated cornice,
Walnut 2 door cupboard top. with kingwood cross banding, fine cast brass locking plate...
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1920s British Queen Anne Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut, Giltwood
Beautiful Danish teak 9 drawer dresser with rounded corners very clean
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Danish teak 9 drawer dresser with rounded corners very clean. All drawers have metal glides with stops. Great rounded corner design with carved handles under drawers. Clean...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Early 19th Century French Louis XIV Style Walnut Armoirette or Wardrobe
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This small scale early nineteenth century French walnut armoirette or wardrobe features hand pegged paneled sides and doors. The piece is crowned with a multi-beveled cornice. Its tw...
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Early 19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Antique 36 Drawer Printer's Typeset Industrial Cabinet c.1910-1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT
An early 20th century printer's wooden typeset cabinet with 36 wooden segmented drawers used to house steel typeset letters. Original cast iron pulls and font labels. The piec...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
$3,795 Sale Price
20% Off
1970s Tabago Brutalist Vintage Dresser Credenza
Located in Chicago, IL
Unbelievable!! This dresser/credenza is breathtaking. I love the contrast wood and strong lines of this piece. It will demand the room. Made of solid wood and built to last you will ...
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1970s Canadian Brutalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Mid-century Modern Italian Brass and Teak Sideboard, 1970s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Mid-century Italian four-door sideboard with breadstick detailing, a black glass top, and brass finishes. Fully restored and ready to furnish your home.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Midcentury French Riviera Storage Chest / Bench in Bamboo and Wicker, Italy 1970
By Dal Vera
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning French Riviera style storage chest or bench fully hand-made in rattan and hand-woven wicker. This incredibly stylish and unique piece was produced in Italy during the 1970s....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
York Display Cabinet by Modesign
By Modesign
Located in Milan, IT
York display cabinet, with 2 doors and 2 internal glass shelves, is entirely made of Canaletto walnut wood, for both the rear part and the internal part. The glass of the doors is a ...
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2010s Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
$5,325 / item
French Louis XVI Style Sauteuse Chest of Drawers in Walnut with Marble Top, Circ
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Louis XVI style sauteuse chest of drawers was crafted in France circa 1920 and showcases refined neoclassical details in both structure and ornament. Constructed in soli...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Bookcase, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Bookcase, 1960s.
Stunning large Scandinavian Mid.Century modern shelving system in rosewood/palisander. Made by cabinetmaker in the 1960s in Denmark.
We...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
Contemporary 14-Drawer Chest with a Wenge Finish & Lacquer Fronts
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sleek and functional chest of drawers is a beautiful example of modern design and customization. The main structure is crafted from wood with a deep, dark wenge finish that give...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Art Nouveau Oak Hanging Wall Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Rare Art Nouveau Wall Cabinet with Original Textured Glass, circa 1900
This rare Art Nouveau wall cabinet, crafted around 1900 from solid oak, features its original green textured g...
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak, Spruce
20th Century, Gio Ponti for Dassi Wooden Sideboard 1950s
Located in Turin, Turin
An eclectic personality, from his early days he was active in the fields of architecture, painting, graphics and set design. He graduated in architecture from the Milan Polytechnic i...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Louis XVI Style Triple Dresser by Dixie
By Dixie
Located in Bradenton, FL
A Louis XVI style triple dresser made by Dixie Furniture circa 1970. Three top drawers are paneled to give the look of four and open with rosette pressed knob handles. Lower drawers ...
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1970s American Louis XVI Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
S. Hille & Co. English Ebonized & Gilt Chinoiserie Decorated Cupboard c1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote***
Antique S. Hille & Co. English Ebonized & Gilt Chinoiserie Decorated Breakfront C1930.
Measures...
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Early 20th Century English Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Rattan Campaign Writing Desk
Located in Bradenton, FL
A campaign style writing desk in rattan. The writing area is covered with white faux leather, and the frame is wrapped in woven rattan. Four drawers in the upper bureau, that open wi...
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Late 20th Century Campaign Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Japanese Antique Cabinet with Glass Doors, Taisho Era (1912–1926), Wabi-Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique cabinet with glass sliding doors was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926).
Built in Japanese cherry and cedar with persimmon-wood drawer fronts, and finished in tradit...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Cherry, Cedar
French 19th Century Faux Bamboo Pine & Mirror Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
French faux bamboo armoire, late 19th century, carved from pine and stained to give an exotic appearance down to the intermittent nodes along the stalk. This example takes the famili...
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19th Century French Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mirror, Pine
Georgian Cherry and Burl Wood Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Georgian or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and lighted bookcase hutch top
In the manner of Baker Furniture
By Jasper Cabinet Co.
USA, Circa...
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1980s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
French Mid Century Modern, Brutalist Sideboard in Solid Oak, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
A substantial low sideboard crafted in solid oak in the 1940s–1950s, designed in a Baroque revival style. The façade features four paneled doors with forged iron handles, opening to ...
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Mid-20th Century French Baroque Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Etagere or Shelving Wall Unit in Oak & Glass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A 1970's retro classic etagere. It consists of oak bentwood framing with clear glass shelves. Overall in very good condition.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
18th Century Italian Louis XV Solid Walnut Pair of Antique Corner Cupboards
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
These exquisite Italian corner cabinets from the Louis XV period, dating back to the mid-18th century, bring a unique historical charm to your living space. Crafted from solid walnut, these corner cabinets are designed to enhance the aesthetics of any space while offering functionality. Each sideboard is constructed from two detachable sections: a base with elegantly slender, curved legs, and an upper section with a door. This modular design makes them easy to move and adapt to different environments.
Distinctive features such as the elegant curved legs are typical of the Louis XV period. Adding to their appeal, the upper section boasts a rounded shape. Despite their small size, each corner cabinet efficiently integrates storage solutions: the upper compartment includes two shelves, while the lower section offers a small drawer.
Finding a pair of corner cabinets from this era in such commendable condition is exceptionally rare. Although slight signs of wear attest to their rich history, they remain in good general condition and have been restored with a conservative approach. It is essential to measure the corner spaces based on the dimensions of the sideboards: each corner side measures 40 cm (approximately 15.748 inches).
Ideal for a country home, these corner sideboards...
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1750s Italian Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Rare 19th Century Italian Walnut Pair of Antique Bookcases or Vitrines RESTORED
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We are thrilled to present this fantastic pair of antique Italian bookcases dating to the final decades of the 19th century. A stunning pair o...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Late Art Deco / Mid Century Modern Parchment & Rosewood Sideboard, C. 1960.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A striking and sculptural six-drawer dresser or credenza combining the refined geometry of late Art Deco with the rich materiality of parchment and rosewood. The drawers are clad in ...
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Mid-20th Century Argentine Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Reclaimed Elm Wood 4 Door Cabinet or Sideboard
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Reclaimed elm wood 4 door cabinet.
These old elm timbers show in its most primal, natural form. The artisanal construction methods highlight the elm woods beautiful grain pattern & ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Elm
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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