Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Belgian Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Danish Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Beech, Bentwood
1890s Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mirror
1890s Polish Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wrought Iron
1920s German Bauhaus Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Stainless Steel, Nickel
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bamboo, Rush
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Czech Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine, Birch
1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Bronze
20th Century Czech Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome
1940s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Maple, Oak, Burl
20th Century Italian Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Walnut
1930s American Bauhaus Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1940s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel, Chrome
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Beech, Bentwood
2010s Danish Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Oak
1910s Polish Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak, Walnut
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Danish Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1980s Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
1890s German Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Beech
Early 20th Century Canadian Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Late 19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 1900s Hungarian Jugendstil Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Beech
2010s Danish Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Mahogany
1920s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
2010s Danish Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Mahogany
1910s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Copper
1940s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
2010s Danish Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary European Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Other
2010s Czech Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
1990s American Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
2010s Danish Bauhaus Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1890s Polish Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
1910s Norwegian Art Nouveau Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Hardwood, Oak
20th Century Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1880s English Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Hardwood
Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel, Metal
19th Century Japanese Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rosewood
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
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.