Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
1870s Russian Regency Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Carrara Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather
1920s American Jacobean Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
20th Century English Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cut Steel
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
2010s Mexican Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany, Satinwood
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
2010s Mexican Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Maple, Teak
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
2010s Spanish Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Teak
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 2000s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Resin
1990s Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Lacquer
2010s Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze, Steel
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
2010s American Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Leather, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Onyx, Marble, Brass
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Sheet Metal
2010s European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Metal
19th Century French Regency Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Bronze
1970s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Chrome
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Ebony, Walnut, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1970s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
19th Century English Regency Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Chrome, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Resin
2010s German Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
2010s Mexican Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Plywood
1920s English Jacobean Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Rosewood, Down
2010s Portuguese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 2000s Japanese Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Plastic
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
2010s Turkish Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Cherry
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Marble, Gold, Brass
20th Century American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mirror, Wood
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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.