Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Gold Leaf
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bamboo
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Copper
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Resin
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Concrete, Other
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Elm, Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
20th Century Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal, Chrome
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Enamel
1980s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Burl
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak, Wicker
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1950s Asian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rattan
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany, Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Teak
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rosewood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
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.