Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Epoxy Resin, Walnut, Paint
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Epoxy Resin, Walnut, Paint
2010s Canadian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany, Parchment Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 2000s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
1990s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Chinese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Laminate
Late 20th Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1960s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut, Wenge
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century American Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Steel
2010s Australian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Fabric, Mirror
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Birdseye Maple
2010s Chinese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Stone
Early 2000s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rock Crystal
1960s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Steel
1940s Finnish Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Birch
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
20th Century German Edwardian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Ebony, Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Plastic
1990s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Late 20th Century Danish Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Brass
1970s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Stainless Steel
1980s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Lacquer
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Laminate, Cherry
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Ash
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Plastic, 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.