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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
French Louis XV Secretary Desk, 1760
Located in Belmont, MA
Step back in time with our exquisite 18th-century Louis XV Secretary Desk, a true masterpiece of French craftsmanship. This elegant piece of history...
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1760s French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Louis XV Secretaire, France, 1770
Located in Belmont, MA
Louis XV secretaire, France, 1770.
Beautiful walnut veneer with plum, satinwood and kingwood marquetry.
Exquisite figural marquetry on the outside of the writing top.
The writing ...
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1770s French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Kingwood, Satinwood, Walnut
Perforated Small Low Storage Box, Birch Wood Perforated Box by Erik Olovsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wooden storage box made in holed solid birch wood. Large holes creates a distinct graphic look and allows light to flow through. The boxes are light and easy to hold. They work both ...
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2010s Swedish Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch
Japanese Antique Medicine Chest / Drawer Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese chest called "medicine chest" in Japan.
It is believed that it was originally used as a chest used by doctors and pharmacists to hold medicines and Chinese h...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Regency Style Red Lacquer Chinoiserie Cabinet W/ Faux Bamboo Accents
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Perfect for that powder bath! This is a red lacquer chinoiserie cabinet with gold faux bamboo accents. The cabinet opens to a single sh...
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
1966 Reno Wahl Iversen's “Captain's Bar”
Located in London, GB
Price shown is for one of two available. To purchase both shown in images, select quantity of 2.
Reno Wahl Iversen “Captain's bar”, mounted on wheels, fold-out top with black formica, interior with three drawers, shelves with brass handles and fittings, two original Stelton trays...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of 19th century painted Swedish chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of 19th century painted Swedish commodes circa 1870.
Good quality pair of Gustavian influenced chest of drawers.
Rectangular tops with canted corners and moulded edging. Each...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine, Paint
American of Martinsville 8 Drawer Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
American of Martinsville 8 Drawer Dresser. All original with a gray finish over the Mahogany veneer. Grain is highly figured. Draw...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Set of 5 SPACE-AGE Concrete BOOKCASES by WILLY GUHL for ETERNIT, Swiss 1970
By Willy Guhl
Located in PARIS, FR
A set of 5 (on a total of 20 identical pieces!!!) modular concrete bookcases, Modernist, Free Form, Brutalist, rectangular loop cases with rounded edges, with a great grey patina wit...
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1970s French Space Age Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Concrete
SpectacularJames Mont Cabinet In The Original Distressed silver Leafed Finish.
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular Cabinet in the original distressed silver leaf finish by James Mont at his Finest.
The beautifully executed cabinet with scrolled detailing and picture moldings is in the...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Antique English 17th Century Charles I Carved Oak Court Cupboard Cabinet 1630
Located in Portland, OR
An important antique English Jacobean carved oak court cupboard, from the reign of King Charles I, dated 1630.
The rectangular overhanging top with a carved arcaded frieze, to the ce...
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Early 17th Century English Jacobean Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
English Art Deco 1920's Solid Oak Bookcase
Located in Leicester, GB
English Art Deco bookcase in solid Oak. This antique bookcase was made in the 1920s and has beautiful colour and patina to the finish. It is a great size for any room.
Size 20cm x 12...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
18th Century French Walnut Commode, Castres, Pyrénées, circa 1760
Located in Brooklyn, NY
18th century French Walnut Commode, Castres, Pyrénées, c. 1760
Dry walnut, Original Pulls, later Escutcheons
H: 32 D: 24 W: 50 in.
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18th Century French Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Italian Walnut Sliding Glass Top Secretary Tall Desk Writing Table
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant and classic Mid-Century Modern Italian walnut wood desk console, writing table, secretary with sliding top with black glass for a seated position when extended, a top sh...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Glass
Custom Made Sideboard With Lower Shelf & Cutlery Drawer In Matte Oak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Smooth, curved, and distinctly contemporary, this capsule-shaped sideboard features a softly rounded silhouette that brings a sense of quiet sophistication to any interior. The body ...
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2010s European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Stainless Steel
Templeton, Chest of Drawers, Maple, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A maple chest of drawers produced by Templeton, Brattleboro, Vermont, USA, c. 1950s.
Dimensions: 39.9” H x 29.5” W x 19” D
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Maple
Mid century Danish Modern Flip Down Desk in teak
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid century teak secretary desk Featuring a flip down front with small drawers organizer slots and lower large drawers. Beautiful danish construction including brass hinges with wond...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Unusual Ebonised Italian Gouged Deco/Modernist Corner Cupboard/Bar
Located in London, GB
An eboniesd C.1930s bar/corner cupboard from northern Italy.
Unusual gouged texture to carcass with smooth curved doors and drawer.
Recently sympathetically restored in our London ...
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1930s Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
E. Pedersen Bar Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A very well designed and constructed bar cart cabinet by E Pedersen.
Produced circa 1960.
Lovely from all angles - front sides and the back!
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Pair of Leather Wardrobe Cabinets by Guido Faleschini for Mariani - Pace
Located in Hanover, MA
I don’t know if these were ever retailed by Hermes but they ought to have been! They have a very equestrian vibe.
Pair of wardrobe cabinets designed by Guido Faleschini for the itali...
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Chrome
Early 19th Light Blue Floral Painted Cabinet
Located in Vo', Veneto
Antique Painted Wardrobe with Flowers
Dimension: H. 195 cm – W. 126 (142 to the corners) cm – D. 47 (58 to the corners) cm
Period: 1800 circa
Origin: Alps
Wood: Fir
Description:
Alpine painted wardrobe with two doors, entirely painted in light blue. The upper cornice is softly shaped and the doors follow the same curvature. The latter are depicted with rich cups of flowers, containing roses, tulips, carnations, primroses and bells, and the typical Tyrolean hearts wrapped in a floral garland with apotropaic symbols. Ramages and floral decorations are present on the entire surface and on the notches.
Inside, the wardrobe offers ample space, which can be customized with the addition of shelves and/or a clothes hanger pole.
This antique Alpine wardrobe...
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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Antique Romweber English Chippendale Georgian Mahogany China Display Cabinet 78"
Located in Dayton, OH
Early 20th Century English Chippendale / Georgian style China Hutch / Curio / Display Cabinet by Romweber Industries. Circa 1920s. Made from crotch mahogany with a graceful breakfro...
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Early 20th Century American Chippendale Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Vintage Bamboo and Grass Cloth Dresser / Armoire
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A wonderful British colonial or coastal boho chic armoire/ tall chest executed in bamboo and grass cloth. Features splayed legs and sun like pattern. Ample storage makes this every b...
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1980s Philippine British Colonial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Grasscloth, Bamboo
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Danish Dyrlund Bookcase China Display Cabinet
By Dyrlund
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your home with a piece of iconic design from Mid Century Traders. This stunning china display cabinet with solid teak legs by Dyrlund is a testament to impeccable Danish craf...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Carlo Jensen Sideboard Teak Chest of Drawers Poul Hundevad Denmark 1960s
Located in Basel, BS
Rare sideboard with drawers designed by Carlo Jensen for P. Hundevad, made in Denmark in the 1960s.
Beautiful solid teak drawer front with sculpted handles.
We have rarely seen s...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Guillerme & Chambron 'Simon' Sideboard in Solid Oak and Ceramic
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Simon' sideboard, oak, ceramic, France, 1960s
The Simon credenza in oak, designed by the French duo Guillerme & Chambron, offers a confident...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Ceramic, Oak
Large Art Deco Oak four-door Armoire by Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s.
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Art Deco Oak four-door armoire by Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s.
This Oak Art Deco four-door armoire by Charles Dudouyt is a striking example of Art Deco craftsmanship. This ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Amsterdamse School Armoire or Wardrobe, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School armoire or wardrobe.
Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.
Solid oak and original oak veneered base with decorative hand-carved handl...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mirror, Oak
Antique Alpine Painted Cupboard dated 1834
Located in Vo', Veneto
Antique Alpine Cupboard dated 1834
Dimension: H. 173 cm - L. 99 (109 to the corners) cm - D. 41 (45 to the corners) cm
Era: 1834
Origin: Tyrol
Essence:...
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1830s Austrian Black Forest Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
1970s brutalist cabinet in massive oak, by De Coene (BE)
Located in Oostende, BE
1970s brutalist cabinet in massive oak, by De Coene Frères (BE)
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1970s Brutalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Italian Louis XV XVI Transition Cube Parquetry Marquetry Chest of Drawers Signed
Located in Forney, TX
A fine quality Louis XV - XVI Transition style breakfront chest of drawers
Exquisitely hand-crafted in Genova, Italy in the mid-20th century, the important Mediterranean port city ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Breccia Marble, Brass, Bronze
Pair of Vintage Meek's Leather Campaign Luggage Trunks Side Tables Nightstands
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Pair of vintage Meek's leather campaign luggage trunks. These storage tables are black in color, standing at a height of 22.5 inches, these could be used as side tables or nightstand...
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Early 20th Century English Oak Dresser Base
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, this large oak dresser base dates from approximately 1905. The base makes a great console, server or table for a foyer. Dresser features four turned legs and a low ...
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Early 20th Century English Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
1834 Alpine Floral Painted Cabinet
Located in Vo', Veneto
1834 Alpine Floral Painted Cabinet
Measurements: H. 170 cm – W. 100 (107 to the frames) cm – D. 53 (57 to the frames) cm
Period: 1834
Origin: B...
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1830s German Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Antique 19th century warm brown oak Dutch Lectern or portable desk writing box
Located in Casteren, NL
This exquisite antique writing box was meticulously handcrafted using traditional joinery techniques, with beautifully visible dovetail joints at the corners. Made in the Southern Ne...
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Early 19th Century Dutch Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Donald Deskey Six Drawer Chest ca' 1930's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic Machine Age/Art Deco period Donald Deskey tall chest (six drawers). Made by Valentine-Seaver, ca' 1930's.
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Bernhard Pedersen & Son Mid Century Long Danish Rosewood Credenza Tambour doors
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning Bernhard Pedersen & Son mid century long low Danish Rosewood credenza sideboard with 2 tambour sliding doors and 4 center drawers. This unit is designed with 2 adjustable sh...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch, Rosewood
Restored Bauhaus Chromed Tubular Steel Wardrobe from Hynek Gottwald, 1930s
Located in Żory, PL
This Bauhaus-style wardrobe in walnut was manufactured by Hynek Gottwald in Czech Republic in the 1930s. Features clothes rail and four shelves. The wardrobe stands on chrome tubular...
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1930s Bauhaus Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Antique 18th Century Louis XV French Provincial Burl Chestnut Walnut Armoire
Located in Portland, OR
A good tall antique French Provincial chestnut & walnut Louis XV armoire, circa 1790.
The armoire with a removeable cornice and a ribbed gallery to the front and sides, the armoire w...
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Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Chestnut, Walnut, Burl
A Swedish Grace Birch and Palisander inlaid Chest of Drawers, Circa 1930s
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Grace birch and palisander inlaid chest of drawers, Circa 1930s, probably produced for Nordiska Komapaniet, the rectangular top above three long drawers with palisades band...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch
Paul McCobb Stereo Record Cabinet H. Sacks & Sons
By Paul McCobb
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very hard to find Paul McCobb designed walnut stereo record cabinet sitting on stainless steel legs . Having two storage bins to the left , lower seven slots for record storage, pu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Stainless Steel
Itoku Vienna Straw & Moka-Finished Ash Bookcase by Black Tie #2
Located in Milan, IT
A couple of curved moka-stained ash frames enriched with Vienna straw characterize this bookcase as a captivating design evocative of refined oriental atmopheres. Coordinated-shaped ...
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2010s Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
French Art Deco Oak Sideboard, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This French Art Deco sideboard from the 1940s is a striking example of sculptural woodworking and bold geometric composition. Crafted from solid oak, its design is defined by intrica...
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1940s French Brutalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Oak
Freestanding Wall unit, Bookshelves, Roomdivider, Midcentury Modern, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Modular wall unit or room divider designed by Jos De Mey for Van den Berghe-Pauvers, Ghent Belgium. 1958. Four black metal mounted on oblique, four tapering legs, brass stretchers ad...
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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Italian 1950s Art Deco Mid-Century Walnut Burl Shelves Bar Cabinet
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern drinks dry bar cabinet with beautiful veneer walnut briar burl wood, central shelves and two bottom doors, all detailed by great side...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Japanese Antique Large Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a historically significant Japanese tansu (chest) from the Meiji era (1860s–1900s), crafted from cedar wood.
Its minimalist and refined design embodies traditional Japanese ...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Mid Century Modern Vintage Walnut Double Armoire Wardrobe by Alfred Cox
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your bedroom aesthetic with the Mid Century Modern Vintage Armoire by Alfred Cox, available at Mid Century Traders. This lar...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Henredon Modernist Three-Part Campaign Oak and Brass Buffet / Credenza
By Henredon
Located in Germantown, MD
A Stunning high quality vintage three-part Henredon campaign credenza sideboard. Post mid century, circa 70s. Solid wood with select grain all a...
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Italian 1950s High Cabinet with Chevron Veneer and Functional Storage
Located in Rome, IT
This Italian high cabinet from the 1950s reflects mid-century design with a structured, elegant form. Crafted from exotic wood with a chevron vene...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Dry Bar attr. to Willy Rizzo, Italy, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Roma, IT
Rare and beautiful vintage dry bar attributed to Willy Rizzo, and realized in the 1970s. Mustard suede, chromed metal bars.
Set complete of its original platform.
The set also incl...
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1970s Italian Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage French Baker's Rack Iron and Brass
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Vintage wrought iron and brass three shelf French Baker's Rack. Scrolled details on side & top. Impressive substantial brass guards. Very nice condition with patinated brass trim.
Cu...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Iron
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Burl Walnut Commode or Chest, 39-inch width
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid nineteenth century French Louis XVI style commode or chest of drawers features burl walnut panels and fluted rounded corners. Its three drawers of dovetail construction are ...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
Arts & Crafts Walnut Six-Stack Barrister Bookcase by Hale
By Hale, Globe Wernicke
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous vintage Arts & Crafts six-stack barrister bookcase
In the manner of Globe Wernicke
By Hale
USA, Circa Late 20th Century
Walnut, with glass front doors and brass hardwa...
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Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Walnut Sauteuse Chest, Nightstand
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This small scale late eighteenth century Louis XVI period commode or chest of drawers is referred to as a sauteuse in French, or jumping chest, due to its high legs. Constructed of s...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Bronze
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
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Japanese Old Display Stand with BK color / Japanese Old Wooden Shelves
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a beautiful black Japanese display shelf.
The wood is oak.
Oak has long been used for luxury furniture in Japan.
The design is very sim...
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20th Century Japanese Showa Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
1940s Italian Sideboard in Bronze Green Cerused Chestnut 340 cm (133.86 in.)
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Sideboard, cerused chestnut, brass, Italy, 1940s
This cabinet is a quietly powerful piece; substantial in form, yet richly detailed in texture. Made in 1940s Italy from chestnut, it...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Italian Mahogany Wood / Parcel Gilt Neoclassical Style Hall Table/ Server
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elegant and timeless, this Italian mahogany hall table exudes sophistication and versatility. Crafted in the mid to late 20th century, it features a refined Neoclassical design with ...
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1960s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
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Gold, Brass
Antique Italian Cupboard
Located in Cirencester, GB
This late 19th Century cupboard was sourced near Milan in Italy.
It has been more recently re-painted inside and out - retaining a lovely aged appearance with plenty of character an...
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Late 19th Century Italian Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Antique Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Book Slide Bookcase Holder Nineteenth Century
Located in Dublin, Ireland
An Extremely well-constructed English Victorian Bookslide of good size proportions, mid Nineteenth Century, of outstanding quality and condition. The adjustable base raised on a plai...
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19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors Cabinet, Circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish, SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors mahogany cabinet with fruitwood inlays, Circa 1940s, the overhanging rectangular top with rounded corners above two cupboard doors with ...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
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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