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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Period: 18th Century
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This is antique chests of drawers was crafted in the Late Meiji Era(1868-1912).
The aged texture of the cedar wood gives this chest a sense of depth and warmth. The black urushi (Ja...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Swedish 19th Century Painted Corner Cabinet
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This handsome corner cabinet from 19th century Sweden is constructed with a characteristic neoclassical shape. The worn light blue paint is original to the piece and gives it a wonde...
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19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Paint
19th Century Biedermeier Nutwood Cabinets, Austria circa 1830
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Extraordinary pair of rare 19th century walnut cabinets, coming from the famous Biedermeier period in Austria around 1830. These unique ful...
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Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
18th Century Italian Directoire chest of drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This piece is an 18th-century Italian chest of drawers in the Directoire style, a design aesthetic that bridges the gap between the ornate Louis XVI style and the more austere Empire...
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18th Century Italian Directoire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Shanxi Painted Lacquer Cabinet, 19th Century
Located in Elkhart, IN
A stunning and rare black lacquered Chinese cabinet featuring hand-painted Chinoiserie scenes. The two-door cabinet has two drawers and three shelves inside, along with a lower compa...
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Early 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique 19th Century Solid Pine and Traditional Painted Bohemian Trunk or Chest
Located in Casteren, NL
This beautiful trunk or blanket chest was made in the mountain area of Austria in the early 19th century, circa 1820. It was completely made in solid pine by the use of traditional w...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Unusual 18th Century Swedish Provincial Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Bozeman, MT
Unusual 18th century Swedish provincial Gustavian period bachelor Chest of Drawers with an fold out writing desk containing five drawers and one compartment. Original colour with fan...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Cartonnier, stamped Claude-Charles Saunier, France, circa 1790
Located in Greding, DE
Rare and highly legant cartonnier cabinet, crafted around 1780 in France and stamped by the renowned ébéniste Claude-Charles Saunier (1735-1807). This two-door mahogany cabinet stand...
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1790s French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
French Empire 19th Century Mahogany Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fabulous French mahogany commode from 19th century France, circa 1840’s. The stunning gray and white marble top with rounded front corners is in good antique condition with few signs of wear. The apron houses a hidden drawer, free of hardware. Making up the body of the piece, three larger drawers have more recently been fixed with a pair of laurel wreath cast...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Stone, Marble, Metal
French 18th Century Gothic Armoire
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This 18th century, mixed wood French armoire is absolutely stunning. It is Gothic-style and features two tall, paneled doors on barrel hinges. One key operates the locking right door...
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18th Century French Gothic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Empire desk Secretaire a Abattant
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Beautiful upright secrétaire from the French Empire period. The desk is made of oak with burr walnut veneer, decorated with bronze ormolu elements. These are typical of the French Em...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
Important Pair Antique R.J. Horner Renaissance Revival Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
A monumental, rare and exceptional pair of R.J. Horner bookcases / china display cabinets from the Gilded Age, circa 1880s. Drawing inspiration from Italian Baroque, Renaissance and Gothic Architecture. The case is hand carved from mahogany featuring two glass display doors with carved floret medallions flanked by 2 large bearded figural Atlas...
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1880s Renaissance Revival Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Regency Flame Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Located in London, GB
A distinctive Regency inlaid flame mahogany secretaire bookcase, c.1815, the glazed doors enclosing interior with adjustable shelving, the secretaire opening to reveal an arrangement...
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique French Régence Ormolu Mounted Commode 18th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an impressive and rare antique French Régence wood and ormolu mounted commode, circa 1720 in date.
The stunning breche violette marble top ...
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1720s French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Antique & Good Size Early 1900s Tiger Oak Revolving Bookcase on Original Wheels
Located in Lisse, NL
Striking and sizeable oak bookcase with a gallery on top.
Back in the earliest years of the 20th century not many people learned how to read. Even less people had the means to buy t...
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19th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Louis XV St. Side Cabinet Nightstand French Chestnut Bedside Table, Late 19th C.
Located in Labrit, Landes
French side cabinet Louis XV style nightstand
Late 19th century
Walnut bedside table
One drawer and one trapdoor
Hand-carved with vegetal and floral motifs.
Good condition.
Shipping...
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1890s French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Asian Jumu Wood Sideboard
Located in Greenwich, CT
Antique Asian Jumu Wood Sideboard with four drawers and two pairs of doors with inside storage, shelves inside
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Empire Secretary, Germany, Prussia, C. 1815
Located in Greven, DE
North Germany / Prussia
Birch
Biedermeier / Empire around 1815
Dimensions: H x W x D: 174 x 102 x 55 cm
Description:
Very exclusive secretary from the Prussian North German Biedermeier period around 1815.
Piece of furniture standing on pointed legs with two drawers at the bottom, the writing flap above, another drawer above and a hidden head drawer at the very top.
The piece of furniture is veneered in exciting grained birch wood. Due to the different color hangings within the wood and the interplay of hues associated with it, we also refer to it as "flamed" birch.
The beautiful wood is complemented by blackened moldings and beautiful fire-gilded bronze hardware in beautiful quality.
The interior of the writing compartment is veneered in apple tree.
We see a stair-like rise to a central door flanked by pilasters. Drawers of different sizes and two large compartments with dividers for letters and papers complete the secretary part.
Looking at the piece of furniture from above, we see an old shipping label. According to it, the secretary was loaded onto the train at the station "Odertor" in Wroclaw. The destination was probably Berin. Corresponding mmarkings we find on the back panel.
Piece of furniture made in wonderful quality craftsmanship. A true testament to the high quality of Prussian furniture...
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Early 19th Century German Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch, Fruitwood
Willy Guhl 46 Piece Modular Concrete Cube Bookcase, 1978 Switzerland
By Eternit, Willy Guhl
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Stunning monumental 46 piece concrete bookcase by Willy Guhl. Made up of 2 different sized hand-made concrete cubes.36 big size and 10 small size, Completely modular and able to be ...
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1870s Swiss Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Concrete
18th Century Italian Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exceptional 17th-century Italian commode is a striking example of Baroque craftsmanship, crafted from richly grained walnut that has developed a warm, natural patina over the centuries. The commode features four drawers, each with intricately molded paneling and adorned with ornate brass hardware, reflecting the attention to detail characteristic of the period. The front showcases bold geometric carvings, while the sides feature diamond-shaped paneling, all hallmarks of Italian Baroque design, which emphasized grandeur and architectural detailing. The walnut wood has been meticulously polished to reveal its fine grain, enhancing the depth and richness of its appearance. Built using traditional 17th-century joinery techniques, including dovetail construction, this piece is as durable as it is beautiful. The commode’s bold and ornate design, combined with its functional storage capacity, makes it an impressive focal point in any traditional or antique-inspired setting. Perfect for collectors or those looking to bring a touch of historical elegance to their home, this piece exemplifies the opulence and sophistication of Italian Baroque furniture.
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18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Small Bookshelves or Étagères, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Pair of bookshelves or étagères from the 19th century. Each features two open shelves, a drawer, and a lockable lower cabinet. The gently arched top is decorated with delicate inlay ...
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19th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
French Painted Linen Cupboard
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Useful 19th century French painted pine two door linen cupboard. 1840.
Code: 8885
Dimensions:
W: 48" (121.9 cm)
H: 85" (215.9 cm)
D: 20" (50.8 cm)
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19th Century French Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
18th Century Mahogany Dutch Rococo Bombe Kast or Linen Press, c. 1750
Located in Miami, FL
An exquisite 18th century Dutch Bombe Kast or linen press in fine Cuban mahogany with all of the original bronze d'ore mounts. From the mid-1700s, this Kast stylistically follows the...
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Mid-18th Century Dutch Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Cherry, Germany, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Small 19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers
Southern Germany
Cherry
Biedermeier around 1820
Dimensions: H x W x D: 86 x 98 x 54 cm
Description:
Small and fine Biedermeier ches...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cherry
American Empire Chest of Drawers with Mirror in Mahogany, Maine, circa 1830
Located in Miami, FL
An American Empire chest in mahogany with four drawers with original turned knobs, and with original vanity mirror with square tapering columns. Chest rests on lion's paw feet with a...
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1830s American American Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Swedish Genuine Country Corner Cabinet
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish corner cabinet. The cabinet is a genuine Swedish country house furniture from the early 1800s. Old historic paint with ...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Victorian Eastlake Mahogany 2 Door Over 2 Drawer Bookcase with Original Shelves
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic Eastlake Victorian Mahogany 2 door 2 drawer bookcase, all original and in excellent antique condition with minimal wear to the finish. Some minor wear but nothing of note. Glass door knobs...
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1880s American Late Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Two Tier Display Stand, English, Whatnot, Cabinet, Victorian, Circa 1860
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique two tier display stand. An English, mahogany whatnot with cabinet lower, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1860.
Beautifully presented stand with a suite of u...
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Mid-19th Century British Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Pine Two Door Knock Down Armoire
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is an attractive little armoire with an interesting feature for one so small. It comes apart in the old fashioned way, down the middle. You will see the seam in the images, ...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Late 19th Century Victorian Carved Tiger Oak Dresser with Mirror
Located in Germantown, MD
A Late 19th century Victorian Carved Tiger Oak Dresser with Mirror. Good condition. Measures 38" in width, 21" in depth ans stands 33.5" tall to the top of the dresser and 69" tall t...
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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mirror, Oak
Pine Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
This chest is about as plain and simple as they come, with a smooth hand-shaped step-down edge to the top and three hand-cut dovetailed drawers of equal depth. The case has no embel...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Hand-Carved Oak Chest of Drawers, France, 18th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful oak chest of drawers, a wonderful testament to craftsmanship and timeless elegance. At first glance, the dresser enchants with its intricate details. The three drawers are ...
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18th Century French Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Oak
Antique 18th C Georgian Oak Mahogany Hinged Top Mule Chest Coffer Sideboard 1770
Located in Portland, OR
A good & large antique Lancashire country oak mule chest, coffer, sideboard, circa 1770.
The chest having a hinged top enclosing a large storage area for bedding and clothing or? The...
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1770s English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
19th Century English Jacobean Carved Wood Credenza/Sideboard
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The Antique English Jacobean carved wood Credenza/Sideboard is a magnificent blend of historical charm and functionality. Crafted from high-qualit...
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Late 19th Century English Jacobean Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Mahogany library bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Large mahogany library bookcase the moulded cornice above three bays of adjustable shelves. The base section having three panelled doors opening to reveal futher sheliving with unusu...
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19th Century British Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Antique Provincial French Country Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An Antique Provincial French Chest with good size and fine traditional form. Oak construction on four carved Louis XV style feet. The chest with barbed and scalloped front features t...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Wonderful Carved Chestnut French Provincial Bookcase Cabinet from Brittany
Located in Hopewell, NJ
If you love the unusual and unique, this French “Lit-clos” will be a hit in your home. Handmade of chestnut, this is a regional piece from Brittany, France. Its original use was as a recessed bed, however this piece has been revised in order to be used as a bookcase or kitchen display cabinet. The top sits over a wide trunk...
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1880s French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Chestnut
19th Century French Bookcase
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th-century French bookcase is a striking example of classic craftsmanship and timeless design. Made from solid walnut, it showcases a rich, warm patina that highlights...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Japanese Antique Large Kuruma Tansu 1800s-1860s / Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old, large, Japanese-made Kuruma-Tansu.
Made in the Edo period (1800s-1860s), it is a powerful and dignified piece, the culmination of the skills and aesthetic sense of th...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Italian 1820s Serpentine Front Walnut Commode with Three Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut commode from circa 1820 with serpentine front and carved tapered feet. Introduce a dash of Italian allure into your home with this walnut commode, hailing from the ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
19th-C. English Primitive Rustic Scrubbed Pine Sideboard / Cabinet / Hutch
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a wonderful 19th century scrubbed pine sideboard. The piece has a warm, rich rustic patina. The drawers are dovetailed. It dates approximately to 1850. It does show age appro...
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1850s English Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
19th Spanish Baroque Carved Walnut Tuscan Two Drawer Credenza or Buffet
Located in Miami, FL
From Northern Spain, constructed of solid walnut, the rectangular top with molded edge atop a conforming case housing two drawers over two doors, the doors paneled with solid walnut,...
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Late 19th Century Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
18th c. Swedish Gustavian Period Black Painted Linen Press Cabinet
Located in Wichita, KS
A Swedish black painted two-part linen press from the Gustavian period, circa 1780. This piece is made in two parts for easy of transport (lower dresser base and upper cabinet). This...
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18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Black C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860/1870 antique Swedish Gustavian black painted brakefront chest of drawers commode in gustavian style with classic Gustavian ribbing detail on the drawer fronts and leadin...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Walnut Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A gorgeous Louis-Phillipe walnut commode from the 19th century featuring exceptional bookmatched veneer on the three lower drawer fronts. This lovely commode exhibits strong proporti...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Antique English Hotel Dumbwaiter Server Sideboard Trolley Carved Oak Renaissance
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Hotel Dumbwaiter Server Sideboard Trolley Carved Oak Renaissance.
Direct from England, a fabulous and quite rare antique hotel serve...
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Antique French Armoire Cupboard Linen Cabinet Breton Bonnetiere Chestnut 19th
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautifully Carved Antique French Chestnut Breton Armoire, Bonnetiere, Cupboard or Cabinet with Upper Display Gallery~~c. 1890s
Highly requested classic French Breton desig...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Chestnut
19th Century French Bookcase
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century French bookcase is a stunning example of both elegance and practicality, crafted from solid walnut with a warm, rich patina that highlights the wood’s natural grain...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wire
Cabinet French Napoleon III black marble and inlays André-Charles Boulle
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Cabinet French Napoleon III black marble and inlays André-Charles Boulle
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1860s French Napoleon III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
19th Century Elm Wood and Brass Korean Tansu Chest with Drawers
Located in Lomita, CA
The patina on this elm wood tansu chest is reflective and deep. The brass also has had time to develop a deep patina that contrasts the elmwood. It mixes wonderfully with other perio...
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Late 19th Century Korean Chinoiserie Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
19th c. Swedish Rococo Secretary with Library in Original Blue Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A rare, early 19th century Swedish Rococo style slant-front secretary from Fryksdalen in Värmland with arched cornice, circa 1820. The paint has been hand-scraped down to the origina...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Paint
1860s French Empire Rosewood Sideboard ( Console )
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1860s French Empire sideboard or console. One side was lightened from the sun as shown in picture.
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1860s Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Rosewood
W. R. Lethaby. A Cotswold School Arts and Crafts walnut waterfall wall shelf
Located in London, GB
A similar set of shelves, with Lethaby's initials and marked for Kenton & Co (1890-92) sold at Phillips London, 24 March 1987, lot 292. For another set, exhibited by Kenton & Co. at...
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1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Yellow Baroque Sideboard, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Charming 18th-century Baroque sideboard featuring curved doors and beveled side panels. The newly applied yellow finish with an antique patina highlights the elegant design. Hand-pai...
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18th Century Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Rare Pair of Antique Mahogany Inlaid Wine Urns on Original Pedestal Cupboards
Located in Suffolk, GB
Rare pair of antique George III outstanding quality mahogany inlaid wine urns on original pedestal cupboards having a lift off shaped lidded top revealing the original lead lining, h...
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19th Century English George III Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
Late 19th Century Flaming Walnut Dresser with Tilting Mirror and Marble Inset
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Mitchell & Rammelsberg style flaming walnut dresser from the late 19th century with an oval tilting mirror, white marble inset, and intricately carved drawer fronts. This antique d...
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19th Century American Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Antique Country Pine and Punched Tin Pie Safe c. Early 19th Century
Located in Westfield, MA
This Antique Country Pine and Punched Tin Pie Safe, c. Early 19th Century, is a charming example of utilitarian folk furniture designed for functi...
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Early 19th Century American Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Tin
19th Century, Biedermeier Walnut Wardrobe
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This exquisite Biedermeier wardrobe is a true gem, showcasing the timeless beauty and elegance of a bygone era. Crafted from high-quality walnut veneer on a softwood body, this wardr...
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Softwood, Walnut
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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