Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1820s German Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century American Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1870s Belgian Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Copper
19th Century American Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
1850s Belgian Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Copper
Mid-19th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
Mid-19th Century American Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-19th Century Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
19th Century French Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Late 18th Century French Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century Danish Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
19th Century German Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Horn, Animal Skin, Oak
Mid-19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Copper
Mid-20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
19th Century French Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Fruitwood
19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Stone, Marble
Mid-18th Century Dutch Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1850s French Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1910s German Rustic Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Zinc
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
19th Century Indian Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine
20th Century Hong Kong Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Walnut, Fir
Late 19th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
1880s English Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Upholstery, Oak
Early 1800s French Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Walnut, Fir
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Pine, Giltwood, Paint
1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood
19th Century German Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak, Horn, Glass
Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1910s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
20th Century English Arts and Crafts Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Mahogany
19th Century Norwegian Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron, Wrought Iron
18th Century Italian Rustic Antique 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.