Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Early 1900s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
2010s Turkish Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1970s Belgian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
2010s North American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1930s Swiss Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Silver Leaf
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Stone, Travertine, Marble
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Maple, Walnut
2010s German Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
1930s English Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble
1960s American Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1990s Danish Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
1960s American Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Greek Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Laminate
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
2010s German Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass
2010s European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Composition, Metal, Brass
2010s Canadian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Steel
1950s North American Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood
20th Century American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mirror, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Hardwood
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.