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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Two Drawer Filing Cabinet
Located in Trenton, NJ
This vintage modern filing cabinet from Springer Penguin offers a perfect balance of retro charm and sturdy utility. Its clean lines and walnut wood veneer bring a sense of warmth an...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

1970s Large Architectural Bookcase in Walnut and Smoked Glass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit, walnut, smoked glass, Italy, 1970s This bookcase, dating from the 1970s, embodies a quietly assertive modernist ethos with a distinctly architectural sensibility. Crafted...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Walnut

Early 18th Century Louis XIV Style Hand-Carved Walnut Armoire
Located in Chicago, IL
Louis XIV Style Walnut Armoire. Moulded crown over two-door armoire, the doors with deep diamond coffered carving, diamond carved panels to sides, on large bun feet; the interior wit...
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Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Teak Tall 5 drawer dresser by Westnofa Norway
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid Century Modern Teak tall 5 drawer Dresser by Westnofa Made In Norway. Very simple design with inset handles with black lacquer paint. Very stunning curved design and te...
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak, Lacquer

George 111 Mahogany Bachelors Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
Georgian Mahogany serpentine front bachelors chest resting on tall ogee bracket feet 1790-1800. Nicely figured solid Cuban Mahogany molded edge top over a pull out brushing slide a...
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Late 18th Century Unknown George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Danish desk table by Sven Ellekaer 1960s
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Exclusive wooden desk attributed to the important Danish designer and architect Sven Ellekaer. Ellekaer's unmistakable design with its V-shaped curved wood and the precise union betw...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Baker English Georgian Serpentine Mahogany Lingerie Chest Semanier Dresser 52"
Located in Dayton, OH
Baker Furniture English Georgian Style Lingerie Chest, circa 1980s. Features a serpentine form made from mahogany with seven oak dovetailed drawers. Each drawer is accented with by...
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1980s American Georgian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Paul Evans Studio Patchwork Credenza
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping to your location. Patchwork Credenza designed and made by Paul Evans Studio.
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1960s Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass, Copper, Cut Steel

19th Century Painted French Dresser
Located in Cirencester, GB
We have added the off white painted pattern detail to this lovely authentic antique 19th century French cupboard. A very versatile piece i...
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19th Century French Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Georgian 18th Century Mahogany Bureau
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Bureau Having Well Figured Fall Flap Above Four Long Drawers With Original Water Gilt Handles Raised On Original Bracket Feet (Typical of the lat...
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Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

18th Century Italian Louis XVI Inlaid Walnut Antique Chest of Drawers, Restored
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this elegant antique Italian dresser dating back to the second half of the 18th century, Louis XVI period. An extremely refined dres...
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Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Walnut

Danflex Mid Century Danish Teak 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Danflex Mid Century Danish Teak 6 Drawer Lowboy Dresser This lowboy measures: 71.75 wide x 18.75 deep x 28.75 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restore...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Sideboard Grey cabinet with Murano glass doors "Grisinato Style" Made in Italy
Located in Guazzora, IT
Grey sideboard with Murano glass doors 'Stile Grisinato' Made in Italy Featuring four intricately designed Murano glass doors, this piece is a true work of art. The sideboard is co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Early 19th Century Welsh Dresser
Located in High Point, NC
Early 19th century inlaid Welsh oak dresser. The dresser has a lovely and simple crown over a wonderful top with pierced and scalloped design. The top has three shelves, all with mol...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birdseye Maple, Mahogany, Oak

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

1940s Swedish cabinet maker console in solid patinated pine and brass fittings.
Located in København K, 84
This robust 1940s Swedish console or chest of drawers, attributed to renowned designer Axel Einar Hjorth, exemplifies the refined simplicity and tactile richness of Scandinavian mode...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

Monumental 19thC English Oak Breakfront Dresser Base
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1870 Monumental 19thC English Oak Breakfront Dresser Base sku 1932 W244 x D67 x H85 cm Weight 95 kg
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19th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

Danish rosewood Omann Jun model #2 credenza cabinet with drawers
Located in Liberty, NY
Stunning mid century Omann Jun model number 2 Danish rosewood credenza. Originally designed as a stereo cabinet but could be used as a sideboard or dresser. Beautifully crafted and i...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

18th Century Louis XV Kingwood Marquetry Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Outstanding example of 18th century Louis XV commode with beautiful marquetry work and exquisite marble top. This commode features five separate drawers with bronze ormolu mounts.
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Kingwood

Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Black Lacquered Mahogany Sideboard Credenza
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet By Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture USA, 1950s Black lacquered mahogany, with lacquered cork top and b...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Pair of Bombay Company Stained Fruitwood Wall Cabinets
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Bombay Company Stained Fruitwood mirrored and glass Wall Cabinets. Measures 20.5"W x 5.75"D x 25"H
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

1970s French Louis XV Style Painted And Gilded Chests / Commodes By Dixon
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of French Louis XV style painted commodes by Dixon out of Florida. They are ivory with gilt accents. The two drawers have dovetail construction. They are marked.
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Late 20th Century American Louis XV Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Hollywood Regency Bar Cabinet in the Style of Willy Rizzo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cocktail bar with pair of bar stools, chrome-plated steel, velvet, stainless steel, plastic, Italy, 1970s Hollywood Regency cocktail bar in the style of Willy Rizzo. This exquisite...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Aluminum, Steel

Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Globe Wernicke Oak Five Stack Barrister Secretary
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced Delivery Rates - See Below or Click “Ask The Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Arts & Crafts Mission Globe Wernicke Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase with Drop Front ...
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Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Oak

Midcentury Small Wardrobe from Up Zavody, 1970
Located in Żory, PL
This ash & mahogany wardrobe was manufactured in 1970 by UP Zavody in Czechoslovakia. It has 4 shelves and 2 drawers. The wardrobe is preserved in its original, very good condition. ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Maison Regain Chests of Drawers or Nightstands in Solid Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Maison Regain, chests of drawers or night stands, solid elm, France, 1970s Stunning French storage units executed in solid elm, designed by Maison Regain. The set is sturdy and comb...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Elm

Danish Modern Teak Bookcase, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern bookcase in teak. Lower part with two wide drawers. Sculpted pulls in solid teak. Upper part has three height adj...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Teak

Charlotte Perriand Wardrobe from Les Arcs Ski Resort, circa 1968
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
Charlotte Perriand wardrobe design and installed in Les Arcs Ski Lodge in the french alps in 1967. It offers a large amount of storage with a single slidi...
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1960s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

English Regency Style Carved Mahogany Flip Over Serving Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
A rare and unusual English Regency style mahogany folding flip-top table with wooden gallery, early 20th century, having a carved bamboo turned frame, encasing folding table top, on ...
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Early 20th Century English Regency Revival Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

C R Mackintosh Guthrie & Wells, Glasgow School Stained Green Cypress Wardrobe
By Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Guthrie and Wells
Located in London, GB
Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868-1928), made by Guthrie and Wells. A Glasgow School Arts and Crafts stained green cypress wood wardrobe, with white opaque textured square glass details to the top. The central door and a large lower drawer with brass heart escutcheons and brass stylized foliate hinges and handles. The simple case construction and stained green cypress wood and grouping of square details are typical of Mackintosh's early work for Guthrie and Wells including items bought by William Davidson for his house Gladsmuir, Kilmacolm. The brass cabinet fittings are identical on a number of pieces, see Billcliffe, p. 33, fig. 1895.2 and 1895.3 for a washstand and dressing table designed by Mackintosh, also made by Guthrie and Wells. Also a white painted wardrobe/compactum. The overhanging cornice has been adapted with hinged flaps to move it up a narrow staircase. For a comparable piece see my other listing here for, C R Mackintosh...
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Late 19th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Bramante Storage Cabinet by Japanese Architect Kazuhide Takahama for Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bramante Storage Cabinet by Japanese Architect Kazuhide Takahama for Cassina A storage unit with modern lines, although of classical inspiration, that becomes the emblem of the Ultr...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

French Empire Style Commode or Dresser with Marble Top & Bronze Lion Head Pulls
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite French Empire style commode or dresser offering three drawers. The commode or dresser is painted in antiqued beige tone and features lion head bronze pulls. The dresser or commode is raised by finely carved tole metal bottom showing scrolls and a large shell design in the middle. The piece is study and is finely carved while having a marble top in black , gray adding style and elegance to this timeless dresser. The French Empire style dresser...
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20th Century Empire Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble, Bronze

Early 20th C. Johnson-Handley-Johnson Co Mahogany Seven Drawer Side Chest
Located in Germantown, MD
Johnson-Handley-Johnson Company seven drawer Mahogany and brass fittings Side Chest Measures 28" in width, 16" in depth and 30" in height. Large drawer are 24.75" in width, 12.5" in ...
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Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Art Déco Kitchen Cabinet, 1920s
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful two-piece Art Deco kitchen cabinet from the 1930s. High-quality corpus made of wooden panels with ten doors, four shelves, one pull-out, four drawers and ten glass jars. De...
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1920s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

1930s - 1940s Japanese antique mid-size closet with drawers, wabi sabi organic
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from a Kominka in Ibaraki pref, Japan. This mid-size wooden closet is a product of 1930s - 40s (early Showa period) estimate from the style, conditions, also hearing from...
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20th Century Japanese Showa Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Cabinet Sideboard Model #394 by Kai Kristiansen
Located in Topeka, KS
Incredible 1950-1960’s Scandinavian Modern teak 4 drawer low cabinet sideboard (or bench) Model #394 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Odder. This piece has been attributed based upon its stamped mark, archived research including online sources, vintage documentation and catalogs, designer literature, and other materials. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. There are a couple of small darker spots on the top. A broken leg has been repaired and we have touched up some nicks & dings. Fresh coat of Danish oil applied. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1950-1960’s. My, my… what have we here? A fabulous Danish low cabinet? YES. A stunning Scandinavian Modern sideboard or media/console cabinet? YES. An incredible low bench or dresser? Also… YES!!! Talk about versatility overload!! This is a phenomenal low cabinet model #394 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard Odder. It is comprised of a gorgeous teak frame with stunning wood grain, straight square legs, and four drawers featuring 2 double recessed half-moon handles. The top drawers open from the bottom, and the bottom drawers open from the top! It’s a simple but oh-so-stunning detail. This is an INCREDIBLE cabinet and it’s bursting with versatility, impeccable style, and ample storage. It could be used as a wonderful low dresser for lingerie or other delicate items in a bedroom, a fantastic sideboard, credenza, console, or media cabinet in a living or dining area. Maybe a marvelous low bench cabinet in a hall or entry, or in any room that needs a touch of quintessential Scandinavian Modern flair. It’s EXACTLY what the designer ordered! Kai Kristiansen was born in 1929 in Denmark. His approach to design was, and still is colored by his outlook on life with his constant search of “getting as much as possible out of as little as possible.” A phrase he uses to this day is “Economy, ecology, and common sense.” He was taught and trained as a cabinetmaker by a Danish design role model Kaare Klint. He knew that early in his career how to create furniture with functionality and refined details while keeping the production methods and costs in mind. He designed his first table...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

R. J. Horner Style Antique Victorian Tiger Oak Writing Desk or Library Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Victorian tiger oak writing desk or library table In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co. USA, Circa 1890s Measures: 46"W x 26.25"D x 29.13"H. Good original vintage...
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1890s American Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Oak

19thC English Bamboo Bureau
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880 19thC English Bamboo Bureau sku 1966 W71 x D45 x H134 cm Weight 16 kg
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19th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bamboo

Libreria Modulare in Legno Laccato - Carlo De Carli per Fiarm - Italia - Anni 70
Located in Milano, IT
La libreria in foto, attribuita a Carlo De Carli, prodotta da Fiarm negli anni '70 del XX secolo, è composta da due corpi distinti ma offre la possibilità di unirli in un unico eleme...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Bentwood

Rare Midcentury Eames ESU 400-C for Herman Miller 1st Series
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this Charles and Ray Eames designed ESU 400-C for Herman Miller. This is the rarest 1st series ESU (Eames Storage Unit) A versatile case piece that makes a ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Steel, Chrome

Schoharie County, New York State Blanket Chest
Located in York County, PA
Painted Schoharie County, New York blanket chest, decorated with a beautifully embellished yellow urn of flowers on a blue ground. This is traditional fashi...
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1820s American Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Ward Furniture Mfg Mid Century Louvered Highboy
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Mid Century Ward Furniture Mfg 4 drawer highboy dresser. Baby Steps line. Formica top. Gorgeous striped inlay on drawers. Check my other listings for the s...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Formica, Wood

Rare sideboard by Gio Ponti in brass, IV Triennale with certificate archive
Located in Milano, IT
Very Rare 1930s Italian Sideboard by Gio Ponti with Turned Legs and Brass Details - Certified by Gio Ponti Archives This extraordinary 1930s Italian sideboard by master and designer ...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

French Early 20th Century Vitrine
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This Vitrine 3 doors has been refinished and has a thin Burgundy paint color inside. The left and right inside dimensions of the doors is 22.5''W x 13''D The center door is 21.25''W.
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Kindel Winterthur Collection Mahogany Goddard Townsend Secretary Writing Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
Kindel Winterthur Collection Mahogany Goddard Townsend Blockfront Secretary Writing Desk. Made from mahogany with a high sheen finish. This exception ...
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Late 20th Century American Federal Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

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

Geometrical blue cabinet attributed to Otto Schulz and Boet, 1940s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Striking cabinet attributed to Swedish designer Otto Schulz. Made with the by Otto Schulz patented "Bopoint" technique where the surface in decorated with brass nails as in the case ...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Italian 1960s Art Deco Midcentury Waterfall Wood Mirror Mosaic Dry Bar Cabinet
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern drinks dry bar cabinet with beautiful veneer walnut decorated wood, black glass top, standing on waterfall shaped legs and with brass...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking 18th century English George III period figured mahogany chest on chest with a simple entablature with a Greek key cornice, fluted chamfered corners, and nine drawers each ...
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1760s English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Mahogany

Danish Rosewood Sideboard by e.w. Bach
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A Danish modern rosewood sideboard / dry bar attributed to E.W. Bach. Crafted in richly grained rosewood. Rectangular case features four sliding doors with sculpted, integrated handl...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Rosewood

Bramante Storage Cabinet by Japanese Architect Kazuhide Takahama for Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bramante Storage Cabinet by Japanese Architect Kazuhide Takahama for Cassina A storage unit with modern lines, although of classical inspiration, that becomes the emblem of the Ultr...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood

Pine Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
What a beautiful chest of drawers! Two scratches on the top are unfortunate but can be easily covered with a runner or other linen. Otherwise the top is interesting with exposed do...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Pine

19th Century Normandie Armoire Du Marriage
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Normandie Armoire Du Marriage was a traditional gift to a newly wed couple that dates back hundreds of years in France! This one is a particularly wonderful example of ...
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1870s French Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Brass

Antique Monumental French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Marble Top Sideboard
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding French Provincial Louis XV style monumental sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet France, early 20th century Carved walnut, with thick beveled marble top and origi...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Marble

Swedish 19th Century Painted Wood Vitrine Cabinet with Glass Door and Rosettes
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style painted wood vitrine from the 19th century, with carved rosettes. Created in Sweden during the 19th century, this vitrine cabinet features a beveled cornice...
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Glass, Wood

Italian, Veneto, Early Neoclassic Fruitwood Scantonata Credenza, ca. 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
Having a rectangular scantonata shaped top with a convex molded edge above a conforming case housing one large drawer flanked by smaller drawers, with a pair of central doors flanked...
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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Fruitwood

Aero Media Stand for Sonos with Vinyl Record Storage in Solid Natural Walnut
Located in Nyack, NY
The Aero 51" media stand provides a place for your turntable, one or two Sonos speakers, and up to 240 of your favorite albums. This cabinet is compatible with Sonos one, play 1, pla...
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2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Walnut

Pilastro 2 Section Wall Mount Shelving Unit with Drop Down Desk and Light
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro enameled metal wall shelving unit. This unit features a metal drop down desk cabinet with olive green door, grey light fixture, red shelf and three mini en...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Mid-Century Modern Solid Birch Dresser, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern three-drawer solid birch dresser or chest of drawers By Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball, "ModernMates" Collecti...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Birch

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Painted Serpentine Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Painted Serpentine Commode Italy, 18th Century A substantial chest of drawers with natural walnut serpe...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

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Metal

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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