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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
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
John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Painted Triple Dresser, Circa 1960s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style nine-drawer triple dresser
By John Widdicomb
USA, Circa 1960s
Carved walnut in cream, yellow, and olive green, with original brass hardwa...
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1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Amsterdamse School Cabinet with Drawers by Piet Kramer, 1930s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School cabinet.
Design by Piet Kramer for
Striking Dutch design from the 1930s.
Solid oak and oak plywood base on original black lacqu...
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1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Chinese Crackled Lacquer Noodle Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
This painted Chinese cabinet dates to the mid-19th century and has a richly aged patina that only time can achieve. The narrow cabinet is finished with layers of dark brown and burgu...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Elm
A Pair of Mid-Century Parchment-Covered Cabinets, C. 1960.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A refined pair of mid-century modern cabinets, circa 1960, each fully wrapped in natural parchment with a soft, matte sheen that subtly enhances their clean, architectural lines. The...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Japanese Antique Large Black Sideboard 1860s-1900s / Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old, large sideboard made in Japan.
The furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s) and has a deep black paint throughout, giving it a stately appearance.
The...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Modern to Postmodern Lane Furniture 6 Drawer Dresser or Buffet White Off Lacquer
Located in Topeka, KS
Beautiful vintage Modern to Postmodern 6 drawer dresser, buffet, or credenza by Lane Furniture, composed of white lacquer & brass trim. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear even if it has been refinished or restored. It does have some small nicks/dings on a couple edges that have been touched up. Reporting this in an overabundance of caution as it is very hard to find or see. Please see photos, zoom in for details, and see long description as they are part of the condition report. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1990’s.
NOTE: If you love this white lacquer & brass trim dresser...
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1990s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Composition, Brass
Danish Gustavian Blue Painted Two-Part Pine Vitrine Cabinet
Located in Kastrup, DK
A beautiful two-part Gustavian display cabinet, crafted in pine and painted in an elegant blue tone with a light grey interior.
The upper section features a moulded cornice and two ...
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Early 19th Century Danish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Flexor Green Wood & Metal Bookshelf by Gio Ponti
By Ghidini 1961
Located in Milan, IT
The Flexor bookshelf features a modular design with an aluminum extrusion structure that offers endless configuration possibilities. Robust metal elements securely connect and suppor...
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2010s Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
$41,572 / item
Timeless Luxury: Azure Murano Glass & Brass Chest of Drawers from Italy Availabl
Located in Guazzora, IT
This Italian chest of drawers embodies timeless luxury, fusing mid-century modern style with sophisticated craftsmanship.
Made of solid wood, it features exquisite azure Murano gla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Northern 18th Century Baroque Commode Galbée in Bleached Oak
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Beautiful very charming Swedish Baroque commode Galbée in oak. Soft, undulating lines to the front. Stunning, authentic piece, proudly showing marks and repairs.
A piece of great ele...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Raised Panel S-Roll Top Desk with Full Interior C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote***Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Raised Panel S Roll Top Desk with Full Drawer Interior Unsigned C1900
Measur...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Made Walnut Credenza w/ Sliding Doors by Danish Modern LA
Designer
Danish Modern LA
Manufacturer
Danish Modern LA
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Walnut
19th century Antique Stripped Finish Dutch Serpentine Commode
Located in Leesburg, VA
19th century Antique Stripped Finish Dutch Serpentine Commode
Approximate size: 32.5 (h) x 41.5 (w) x 23 (d) in.
Anonymous
The Netherlands; 19th century
Wood, brass.
A striking 19...
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19th Century Dutch Rococo Revival Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Sculptural Wall-Mounted Mid-Century Teak Console, Style of Ico Parisi, 1950s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary and rare Mid-Century wall-mounted teak console, exquisitely crafted and evocative of the visionary work of Italian designer Ico Parisi. Strikingly sculptural and hig...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
18th century French Regency Bronze Mounted Commode By Louis Pelletier c. 1760
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite French Louis XV bronze-mounted commode is attributed to Louis Pelletier, one of the distinguished 18th-century ébénistes of Paris. With its serpentine front, bombe sid...
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1760s French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Breccia Marble
Vintage Mid Century Modern Teak Bar Cabinet
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century modern teak bar cabinet.
This piece is in excellent refinished condition with few signs of age-related wear (see photos).
The pull-down front section ...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Antique French Louis XVI Secretary Chest Commode, Carrara Marble
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French Louis XVI secretary chest of drawers topped with a white Carrara marble, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs and thorough dressed in bronze and brass details...
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1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Carrara Marble
American Designer, Sideboard, Oak, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizeable dark-stained oak sideboard or cabinet designed and produced in the US, c. 1960s.
Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.0"H x 88.125"W x 19.0"D
All items ship from High Point, ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Expertly Restored - Edward J. Wormley Mahogany 5-Drawers Dresser for Dunbar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer
Edward J Wormley
________________________________________
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this jour...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Mahogany, Walnut
Early 20th Century Gustavian-Style Blue Wellington Chest
Located in Kastrup, DK
Wellington chest in Gustavian style, crafted from blue-painted pine.
The front is fitted with six drawers featuring brass handles, a profiled top edge, and canted corners adorned wit...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Pair of Flame Mahogany Bedside Chests Cabinets With Slides 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful pair of flame mahogany chests with slides in elegant Georgian style dating from the late 20th Century.
The chests are masterfully crafted from gorgeous flame ma...
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Late 20th Century English Georgian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Federal Revival Mahogany Highboy Dresser w/ Brass Pulls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Mahogany, Patinated Brass Pull
Style: Federal Revival
Crafted in the 1950s, this Federal Revival highboy dresser showcases the eleg...
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1950s American Revival Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1950s Art Deco Midcentury Italian Walnut Mirror Mosaic Sideboard Bar Cabinet
Located in Carimate, Como
Impressive 1950s Italian bar cabinet in beautifully executed wood veneer front doors with typically wave shaped side legs. Once you open the two doors with side glass shelves, the in...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern 4-Tier Sculpted Walnut Bookshelf
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 design...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Douro Cabinet
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
DOURO CABINET, designed in 2023.
Handmade by skilled artisans in solid oak. The cabinet features double doors with handles and legs decorated with a hand carved texture.
Bespoke di...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
$9,823 / item
Antique English Jacobean Corner Cabinet Barley Twist Legs Oak Key TALL 1920s
Located in Tyler, TX
Antique English Jacobean Dark Oak Corner Cabinet with Open Shelves, Lower Cabinet and Key~~TALL~~c. 1920s
Carved upper sides with 3 open shelves and p...
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1920s English Jacobean Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Rare Macey Sectional Bookcase made in Tiger Oak w/ Leaded Glass Doors.
By Macey Co.
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
This stunning Macey sectional bookcase is a masterpiece of early 20th-century design, probably customized to the client's needs and taste. Made with tiger oak, the bookcase features ...
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1920s American Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Milo Baughman for Rougier Rosewood & Chrome 10-Drawer Credenza Cabinet Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Made in Canada, this design is attributed to Milo Baughman, who gained popularity in the 1950s and 60s for his use of right angles, chrome, and rosewood. This dresser features a cabi...
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1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Chrome
1970s Penshell Dry Bar Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
1970s Penshell dry bar cabinet featuring a penshell veneer that carries completely around to the back with beautifully carved carved bone ivory face knobs.
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Shell, Wood
Axel Einar Hjorth Swedish Grace Bookshelf, 1930
Located in Uccle, BE
"Funkis" Bookshelf made of Bonad birch with removable shelves. Metal plaque on back with the following information NK R 35389- C 25 1 32. Dimensions: H100.5 x W116 x D25cm
H39" x W46...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch
Sarried Brass Trunk
By Sarried Ltd.
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a two drawer brass chest with copper nailheads on bun wood feet in good vintage condition. The brass could use some brasso cream but would lighten the brass
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1960s Spanish Campaign Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$1,800
Art Deco Cathedral Display Cabinet with Ebonized Base, Vitrine, circa 1930
Located in Miami, FL
Superb 1930s Art Deco walnut cathedral display cabinet. Gorgeous mid to light tone walnut veneers, still with original working key and two glass shelves. Generously spaced interior, ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Bookcase or Vitrine, Bronze
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French Louis XVI style mahogany bibliotheque or bookcase is finished with bronze banding. Its corners feature bronze fluting and the side panels are also...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
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18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Monumental 19thC English Ebonised Oak Glazed Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890
Monumental 19thC English Ebonised Oak Glazed Bookcase
sku 2068
Together W252 x D38.5 x H254 cm
Base W244 x D38.5 x H101 cm
Base internal shelf 32 cm
Top W252 x D33 x H153...
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19th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Globe Wernicke Antique Arts & Crafts Mahogany Four-Stack Barrister Bookcases
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of four-stack mahogany barrister bookcases with leaded glass doors
By Globe Wernicke
USA, Circa 1900
Measures: 34.13"W x 14.25"D x 64.5"H.
Very good vintage condi...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Black Forest Sculptural Sideboard with Hand-Carved Legs in American Walnut
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A sculptural statement piece rooted in nature, the Black Forest Sideboard is defined by its bold, hand-carved legs—monumental forms that evoke ancient tree trunks or forest columns. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood
19th Cent Gustavian Style Pine Chest of Drawers in Dark Grey with Marbleized Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined Gustavian style chest of drawers from Sweden, dating circa 1880–1890, crafted in pine wood and finished in a sophisticated palette of soft grey with a darker, marbleized to...
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Antique Country Farmhouse Painted Oak Welsh Dresser Cupboard Hutch 80"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 18th century to early 19th century Welsh Dresser or pewter cupboard. Made from oak with a gray painted finish. Features an upper hutch or rack with three shelves and metal hoo...
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Early 19th Century Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Paint
$2,880 Sale Price
20% Off
Henredon Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut Sideboard Credenza, Circa 1970s
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie sideboard, credenza, or bar cabinet
By Henredon
USA, Circa 1970s
Beautiful sculpted walnut, with Asian-inspired brass hard...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Pine Two Door Armoire, Hungary
Located in Baltimore, MD
The bold crown of this typical Central European pine armoire comprises a pine ogee molding above a strip of hardwood gadroon molding. The wide swinging doors each have one long flat...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
$2,295 / item
NVIN0539 Vintage Baker Mahogany Triple Dresser
Located in Annville, PA
A Vintage Baker Mahogany Triple Dresser brought you by Niagara Furniture. A classic furniture shape this chest features three drawers across the top section and two rows of two draw...
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1990s North American Renaissance Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco Spectacular Clove Display Vitrine Cabinet, English, c1930s
Located in Devon, England
Fabulous, original 1930s Art Deco display vitrine cabinet. Very unusual shape of which we haven't had before. This cabinet features a generously sized interior display area for your ...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Lead
Customizable Two-Tone Sideboard: High Gloss Greige Lacquer & Rich Eucalyptus
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This sideboard makes a solid statement with its compelling presence and geometric design, ideal for interiors that prioritize structured and intentional aesthetics. Featuring rigorou...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak 8-Drawer Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Brutalist Sideboard, USA, 1969
By Paul Evans
Located in Miami, FL
Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Brutalist Sideboard, USA, 1969
An exceptional example from Paul Evans’ iconic sculpted bronze series, this brutalist sideboard was created in 1969 by the a...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Slate, Metal
Mid-Century Italian Chest of Drawers in Rattan and Bamboo w/ Glass, Italy 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning mid-century French Riviera chest of drawers fully made in rattan and bamboo and completed by a crystal glass top. This stylish organic dresser was handcrafted in Italy durin...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Walnut & Marble Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A gorgeous Louis XVI style, marble-topped walnut commode from France (late 19th century) with transitional details that could suit a wide range of decorating tastes today. The dark s...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
SANS - Oak Media Unit / Low Sideboard by Amee Allsop Studio and Mokko Seishin
By Ameé Allsop
Located in East Hampton, NY
This beautifully crafted solid oak media unit or sideboard draws inspiration from timeless Japanese proportions. Made from high-quality, locally sourced white oak, it’s finished with...
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2010s American Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Danish Brutalist Low Oak Sideboard attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Brutalist Oak Sideboard attributed to Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s.
Long and low Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern sideboard in solid Nordic white oak. Brutalist design by Henning K...
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1960s Danish Brutalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Vintage Colonial Revival Highboy Dresser by Kling Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Mahogany, Patinated Brass Handles
This vintage Colonial Revival highboy dresser was crafted by Kling Furniture in the United States...
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1950s American Colonial Revival Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vittorio Dassi Writing Desk, Gio Ponti Style, Green Drawers, Mid-Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning Italian Mid-Century writing desk by renowned designer Vittorio Dassi, crafted in the elegant aesthetic of Gio Ponti style. Made from a rich darker wood with contrasting be...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Beech, Teak, Walnut
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Commode. Vienna, c. 1830.
Located in Vienna, AT
This exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut chest of drawers was made in Vienna circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is renowned for its refined proportions, elegant lines, and exceptiona...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Japanese Antique Large Mizuya Tansu, Meiji Era '1868–1912', Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique large Mizuya Tansu was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912).
Finished with traditional Japanese urushi lacquer, the surface has deepened to a rich black over time, show...
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Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Newly Refinished - Californian Modern Multi-Color Lacquered Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
Materials: Satin Lacquered Wood, Walnut, Metal Legs
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Schmieg & Kotzian Hepplewhite Style Demilune Flame Mahogany Buffet Sideboard 72"
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful Hepplewhite style sideboard or server by Schmieg & Kotzian, circa 1930s. Features a demilune form made from mahogany with a breakfront center having two graduated hand d...
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Early 20th Century Hepplewhite Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$2,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Mid Century Teak Secretaire / Secretary Desk
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish secretary desk, circa 1960s. Teak veneer with lovely grain match-up. Chest of drawers with sleek handles, open cubby, and pull-out work surface!
An unrestored item with ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mirror, Teak
Antique George III Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is elegant antique George III period flame mahogany secretaire breakfront bookcase, circa 1820 in date.
It is of wonderful quality, has a rich and striking grain, and has been...
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Leather, Glass, Mahogany
Antique Chinese Compartment Cabinet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese Compartment Cabinet with removable top chest. Made of Cypress wood with hand painting, a two part compartment cabinet with lower cabinet having two drawers with the ...
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Early 1900s Chinese Qing Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cypress
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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