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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Bookcase, Vitrine
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French Louis XVI style mahogany bibliotheque or bookcase features bronze detailing of rosettes at the die joints and a plaque at the crown with a floral ...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
Josef Hoffmann Coat Hook for the Wiener Werkstaette, Re-Edition
Located in Vienna, AT
Sensational design from the very puristic period of Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette. Literature: Waltraud Neuwirth, Wiener Werkstaette - Avantgarde Art Deco, Industrial Des...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Japanese Antique Tansu 1920s-1940s / Bamboo decoration / cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese cabinet.
It dates from the early Showa period (1920s-1940s).
It is made of cedar.
It is decorated with bamboo and has a traditional Japanese design.
B...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Taichiro Nakai for La Permanente Mobili Adjustable Wall Cabinet in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Taichiro Nakay (Nakai) for La Permanente Mobili, bookcase, lacquered iron, teak, glass, brass, maple, ca. 1955
Taichiro Nakai is an incredibly talented Japanese designer who is most...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Iron
English Jacobean Carved Oak Buffet Server or Bar Cabinet by Irwin, Circa 1920s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional English Jacobean style buffet server or bar cabinet
By Robert W. Irwin Co.
USA, Circa 1920s
Carved oak, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 34.13"W x 20.63"D x...
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1920s American Jacobean Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
A SPACE-AGE Minimalist DRESSING TABLE or CONSOLE by PIERRE VANDEL, France, 1970
Located in PARIS, FR
A superb, radical and rigorous dressing table or console with drawer with its stool, its mobile mirror and its integrated lighting, with a minimalist and functionalist design, Post-M...
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1970s French Minimalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
From Tohoku area, Japan.
This mid-size, black Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers is a product of late Edo to early Meiji era (circa 1860s-1880s) , estimate from the style & con...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Rustic Campaign Style Reclaimed Wood Sideboard Cabinet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Great looking functional large reclaimed wood sideboard cabinet having 5 drawers and two doors that open to reveal storage inside. Handles are recessed in campaign fashion. An attr...
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1980s American Rustic Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Reclaimed Wood
Antique French 18th Century Provincial Carved Cherry Wood Armoire Wardrobe 1780
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique late 18th century carved French Provincial cherry wood armoire, circa 1780.
The armoire having a ogee stepped cornice (the cornice is removable), below is a shell shaped carving and a pair of carved doors, with panels carved in relief, the doors are fitted with the original hand forged steel lock escutcheons & door length steel barrel hinges, a key is present and the lock works with ease. The interior has two adjustable shelves and can easily receive a hanging rail, which Bloomsbury can install at no extra cost in our professional workshops if requested.
The armoire is raised on short cabriole legs with scrolled feet joined by a shaped skirt with a corresponding shell shaped carving, condition is very good, this very handsome late 1700s French armoire...
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1780s French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cherry
Hollywood Regency Foliage Tall Planter Jardinière or Drinks Stand in Gilt Iron
Located in Barcelona, ES
Large Hollywood Regency rectangular tall jardinière or drinks corner, Gold leaf, gilt iron, France, 1940s.
This elegant tall plant stand is entirely made by hand. It features a leafe...
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20th Century French Hollywood Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
1910s - 20s Japanese antique large glass cabinet. wabi sabi organic primitive
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
from Kanto area, Japan.
This large wooden glass cabinet is a product of 1910s - 20s (Taisho period) estimate from the style, conditions.
The an...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood, Cedar
Carlo Jensen Rosewood Credenza with Bi-Folding Door
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
Birch, Rosewood
A large glass curio cabinet with black, brass, and mirrored accents, 20th c.
Located in View Park, CA
A glass curio cabinet / bookshelf with mirrored back, brass hardware, and a light at the top to illuminate any displayed curiosities, probably circa late 1970s. This striking moderni...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
A Rotating Art Deco Style Bar Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
This extraordinary bar cabinet has a glossy case made from walnut veneers and a rotating door covered in book-matched walnut burl. The door is opened by pressing on one side. The act...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mirror, Walnut
Antique French Renaissance Revival Walnut Buffet Cabinet Cupboard Hutch 96"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French Renaissance / Henry II style walnut buffet a deux corps / vaisselier / cupboard / cabinet / hutch featuring Neoclassical carved f...
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Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
$3,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century wall shelf in curved rattan and bamboo. This stylish organic shelf was designed by Franco Albini in Italy during the 1960s.
In amazing conditions and with a cha...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Exquisite Credenza by Edmond J. Spence made by Industria Mueblera Mexico
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is an extraordinary credenza cabinet or sideboard designed by Swedish designer Edmond J. Spence. This Beautiful piece showcases Spence's exceptional talent and reflects his uniq...
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1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
$11,250 Sale Price
25% Off
Antique Primitive Pine Iron Banded Studded Dome Top Storage Trunk Chest 26"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique chest / trunk / box, made of pine with lightly curved dome top, with iron banded edges and studded details. Two black leather handles at sides. Interior re-papered at least t...
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Late 19th Century Primitive Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
$376 Sale Price
20% Off
Beautiful Mid century Arch Olive Burl Walnut 9 drawer dresser Credenza
By Thomasville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Mid century Arch burl walnut 9 drawer dresser Credenza. Very unique sculpted arch front design with solid wood drawers. Great design very clean all original dresser in good...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut, Burl
$4,500 Sale Price
25% Off
Italian Bookcase in Walnut and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bookcase, oak, walnut, brass and glass, Italy, circa 1950.
This sophisticated, large bookcase designed in Italy comes in a great size. With a nice variety of storage compartment and...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
20th Century, Le Corbusier Wardrobe for Hunitè d'Habitation de Marseille
By Le Corbusier
Located in Turin, Turin
Le Corbusier was a Swiss-French architect, designer, urbanist, writer and also painter, who is famous for being one of the pioneers of what is now called Modern architecture or the I...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1920s / Chest of Drawer Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old chest of drawers made in Japan.
This piece of furniture dates back to the Meiji period (1860s-1920s).
The main material is cedar, with chestnut wood used only for...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Chestnut, Cedar
Two-Door Walnut Wardrobe by Tatra Nábytok, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
By Tatra
Located in Prague 8, CZ
A stunning two-door wardrobe made by the renowned national enterprise Tatra Nábytok, factory Pravenec, in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. This piece is a fine example of Central Eur...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Oak, Plywood
$1,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique RJ Horner Figural Carved Mahogany Griffin Library Table Partners Desk
Located in Dayton, OH
An exceptionally carved mahogany partners desk by R.J. Horner & Co, circa 1890s. Drawing inspiration from Victorian & Italian Baroque Styling. Features a serpentine form with carved ...
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19th Century American High Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
$15,000 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century English Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Substantial English breakfront cabinet in rich mahogany, 19th century. Upper section features diamond-mullioned glazed doors with shelving for books or display, while the lower cabin...
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19th Century British Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
American of Martinsville Burl Curio Cabinets Lighted
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Pair of beautiful Burl Wood with brass inlays. Nicely fluted detail offset with complimenting brass trim. Smokey glass doors which swing wide. 2 upper adjustable glass shelves with p...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
English Antique Shop Haberdashery Chest of Drawers in Oak
Located in Leicester, GB
This is an original 1950s haberdashery / filing chest of drawers. The chest is made in solid oak with oak veneered panelling at the sides. The chest has a stack of three large double...
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1950s English Industrial Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Henredon Scene One Campaign Display Cabinet
By Henredon
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Timeless design in this Henredon Scene One Campaign display cabinet. Classic streamline lines with inset brass hardware. 2 door lower cabin...
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1970s American Campaign Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$2,875 / item
Extremely Rare Pair of Large Scale Manner of Maison Jansen Chinoiserie Buffets
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fantastic pair of matching Chinoiserie Maison Jansen side cabinets or buffets. The pieces are in good condition with minor signs of age and wear but nothing significant and...
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1920s French Chinoiserie Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Griotte Marble, Bronze
hand painted pine cabinet, circa 1850
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Cupboard from the rural south of Germany, dating from around 1850. The cupboard was probably given as a wedding gift. This cupboard is made of solid pine and is hand-painted in sligh...
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1850s German Folk Art Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Antique French Provinvial Neoclassical Knockdown Mirroed Armoire Wardrobe 89"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique French Provincial knockdown armoire / wardrobe / closet. Made of oak featuring a chic white painted finish with large central beveled vanity / dressing mirror flanked by two...
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Late 19th Century French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mirror, Oak, Paint
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid century danish modern tall wide credenza with bookcase shelf unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century danish modern tall wide rosewood credenza with bookcase has Key. Lower (3) door credenza with (4) drawers the other side has adjustable shelves. The top tall wall unit bo...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
Mid Century Modern Lane 9 Drawer white lacquer Credenza Chrome handles
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern Lane off white lacquer and laminate credenza sideboard or dresser circa 1970s well built. Has 9 drawers with chrome handle with lots of storage. Sits on platform b...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Chrome
$1,800 Sale Price
25% Off
Swedish 19th century satin birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian 19th century satin birch 4 drawer chest circa 1870.
Simple but elegant piece of Biedermeier influenced furniture. Rectangular top with moulded edge, below which a 4 gra...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch
A Swedish Gustavian blue painted pine secretary, C. 1800.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautiful slant front secretary desk is in two pieces with a stunning blue surface. The top cornice is of a Rococo design with two doors opening to reveal shelves. The slant f...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine, Paint
Large Italian Mid-Century Wood Globe Zodiac Bar Cart
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Impressive Italian dry bar from the 1960’s is perfect for adding a touch of classic European flair to your home. The globe is quite detailed with a paper decorated picturesque world ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Campaign Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Paper
Vintage French Bread Pastry Wood Bakers Rack Cart, 1920’s
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage Wooden Bakers Bread and Pastry Cart on Discs as Wheels, France 1920’s.
As seen through France these are one of a kind rolling bakers rack that make a wonderful addition to a...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Antique George III Style Mahogany Sideboard
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique George III style mahogany inlaid sideboard, 19th century. With a two board mahogany top, a central drawer with cock beaded moldings and string inlay over two doors with fan i...
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19th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
19th Century Louis Philippe Italian Antique Chest of Drawers in Walnut, Restored
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We are pleased to present this fine antique Italian chest of drawers dating back to the mid-19th century. Crafted from solid walnut, this chest of drawers boasts a sturdy constructio...
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19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Early 20th Century Mahogany Hepplewhite Metropolitan Demi-lune Cabinet
Located in Louisville, KY
Sophistication of the early 20th century, at its finest. This early 20th century mahogany Hepplewhite Demi-lune cabinet with a single door and two she...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut 3 Crystal Decanter Tantalus Dry Bar 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fine antique Victorian burr walnut three decanter tantalus with decorative gilt cut brass gothic revival mounts and carry handles to the sides, circa 1880 in date.
This ma...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
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
Ycami PAC Aluminum and Glass Cabinet Credenza by Decoma Design Italy
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Handsome and large PAC cabinet designed by Decoma Design and manufactured in Italy by Ycami. This impressive cabinet is made of extruded natural aluminum A000 in a horizontal ribbed ...
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1990s Italian Industrial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Tall Dresser by Arne Vodder Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid Century Danish modern teak tall dresser by Arne Vodder denmark. Beautiful carved handles tall 5 drawer danish dresser. Amazing construction and quality woodwork. Stunning teak wo...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Teak
$1,998 Sale Price
60% Off
Paul Evans Patchwork Cabinet Sideboard in Copper with Wall Hanging Mirror 1960s
Located in Troy, MI
Matched credenza and mirror by Paul Evans Studio for Directional circa 1968
Model PE-38 two-door sideboard cabinet on recessed base
Copper brass and pewter patchwork exterior with ...
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1960s American Brutalist Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Slate, Brass, Copper, Pewter, Steel
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
Gae Large Multi-Finish Modular Bookcase by Carpanelli
By Carpanelli
Located in Milan, IT
The unique volumetric identity characterizing Gae Aulenti Square in Milan inspired the proportions and lines of this stunning bookcase. Its airy design, resulting from the juxtaposit...
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2010s Italian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
$13,875 / item
2000's Solid Cherry Room & Board China Cabinet Display Cabinet Vitrine
By Room and Board, Drexel
Located in Burbank, CA
vVintage solid cherry china cabinet hutch for sale. It was manufactured here in the US by Room & Board, and is a very high-quality designer piece. It's made of solid cherry in a natu...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Romweber Style French Art Deco Burled Walnut Highboy Dresser, Circa 1920s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Art Deco or Louis XVI style highboy dresser or chest of drawers
In the manner of Romweber
By Joerns Bros.
USA, Circa 1920s
Beautiful book-matched inlaid bur...
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1920s American Louis XVI Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Buffet in Carved Oak, France, Early 20th Century
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
This French buffet unfolds like a carved hymn to symmetry and craft. Its tripartite façade is marked by a rhythmic procession of concentric rosettes, each hand-carved with meditative...
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Bubble Bureau Dresser in Natural Walnut by Steven Bukowski
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A bold and sculptural bureau that makes a big statement. Under-mount drawer slides keep the design looking clean and sophisticated. Solid walnut drawers operate with touch-latch mech...
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2010s American Post-Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut
$17,325 Sale Price / item
25% Off
19th Century Dutch Empire Buffet
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A breathtaking Dutch-made, French Empire style buffet of flamed mahogany with coordinating dark marble top surface for a classic & Neoclassical look. The slab exhibits constellations...
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19th Century Dutch Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Antique English Oak Bookshelf BARLEY TWIST Open Display Shelf SMALL Bookcase
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Oak Bookshelf BARLEY TWIST Open Display Shelf SMALL Bookcase.
Direct from England, a charming little antique bookshelf or display, with three levels of shelves and c...
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1920s British Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Pair of Baker Louis XVI Directoire Style Mahogany 3 Drawer Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 32 1/4 in W: 36 in D: 17 1/2 in
Bring timeless refinement to your interior with this sophisticated pair of Louis XVI Directoire style three-drawer commodes from the...
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Late 20th Century Indonesian Louis XVI Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Henredon Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut and Brass Sideboard Credenza
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 walnut, with Asian-inspired brass hardware and ...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Bunny Williams Home Pencil Stripe Etagere
Located in New York, NY
One of Bunny’s favorite recent finds was an antique, hand-painted waterfall bookcase, which inspired our new Pencil Stripe Etagere, perfect for your favorite first editions and treas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
$2,600 / item
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A narrow, 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or bookcase, handcrafted of mahogany with two glass-front doors for displaying treasured books, heirlooms, or trophies...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Marquetry Inlaid Bookcase 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Victorian Sheraton Revival top quality flame mahogany and marquetry inlaid bookcase, masterfully crafted in rich solid mahogany and attributed to the reno...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Louis XVI French Buffet
Located in Austin, TX
Buffet from France in the Louis XVI style. This piece is made of solid wood construction, primarily mahogany. It has been ebonized and finished with a lustrous French polish of museu...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$5,250
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1868-1912s Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese cabinet.
It originally came with a drawer, but it is an original product that was customized and converted into a cabinet with legs.
It was used in the Toho...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Cedar, Cherry, Pine
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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