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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Period: 18th Century
French 19th Century Walnut Louis XVI Style Enfilade
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This 19th century Louis XVI style walnut enfilade is topped with an exciting slab of Verdi Alpi marble that beautifully contrasts the linear formality and rich brown tones of the cas...
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Blanket Chest - Floral Painted Early 19th Century
Located in Vo', Veneto
Painted Chest with Floral Motifs
Technical information:
Period: about 1810
Origin: Alpine region
Wood type: Fir
Height: 47 cm 18.50 in
Width: 98 cm 38.58 in
Depth: 48 cm 18.90 i...
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1810s Italian Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
French 19th Century Solid Walnut Enfilade
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An intriguing French walnut enfilade from the 19th century, more transitional than Neoclassical in style, blending the regal elements of Louis XVI with the warmth and patina of Provi...
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19th Century French Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1841 Blue Floral Painted Cupboard - European Alps
Located in Vo', Veneto
Painted Cupboard from Bad Tölz - 1841
Technical information:
Period: 1841
Origin: Bad Tölz, Bavaria (Southern Germany)
Wood type: Fir
Height: 165 cm 64.96 in
Width: 103 cm (111 cm...
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1840s German Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Italian 18th Century Wrought Iron Studded Antique Safe Strong Box
Located in Carimate, Como
This beautiful Italian antique safe is a collector piece with typical all-around hobnails, dated circa 1820-1840, has a great metal color with patina of time and amazingly rich decor...
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Late 18th Century Italian Industrial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Scandinavian Teak Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen Cabinet, Denmark 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design teak credenza cabinet designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard Nielsen for Soborg Mobelfabrik with sliding roller shutter doors and three interna...
Category
1660s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Teak
French 19th Century Empire Walnut Commode with Fossil Marble Top
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A handsome French Empire walnut and fossil-marble commode from the 19th century. The dark stone top reveals tiny inclusions of fossilized marine life, like constellations in the nigh...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1814 red and blue Blanket Chest Floral Painted
Located in Vo', Veneto
Tyrolean Chest dated 1814
Technical information:
Period: 1814
Origin: Tyrol
Wood type: Fir
Height: 50 cm 19.68 in
Width: 120 cm 47.24 in
Depth: 57 cm 22.44 in
Description:
Tyro...
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1810s Italian Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Burl Walnut Commode or Chest
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This quintessential Louis Philippe period commode or chest of drawers displays the exemplary craftsmanship of the nineteenth century with a facade of book matched walnut and solid wa...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique Victorian Quality Satinwood Freestanding Marquetry Inlaid French Bureau
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality satinwood freestanding marquetry inlaid French bureau having the original brass gallery, beautiful floral marquetry inlaid top above a satinwood floral marq...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
18th c. Painted Danish Cabinet
Located in Greenwich, CT
An impressive cabinet in original dry-scraped cream/grey paint, consisting of a wonderful overhanging baroque arched cornice on a two door cupboard with single adjustable shelf above...
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Mid-18th Century Danish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
French 19th Century Grand Ebonized Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This French bibliotheque from the 19th century makes a dramatic statement for any interior with its height alone, and the ebonized finish on the exterior gives it the presence to anc...
Category
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
Antique Swedish Country Sideboard from the Gustavian Period with Blue Paint
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish country sideboard from the gustavian period during the late 1700s. Made in northern Sweden with a classic, straight shape. Original unusual blue paint from the late 1...
Category
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Book Matched Walnut Buffet
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This French Louis Philippe period buffet from the nineteenth century is constructed of solid walnut and features a book matched facade. A single upper drawer fits seamlessly into the...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Burl Walnut Armoire or Wardrobe
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This nineteenth century French armoire is constructed of solid walnut and features simple clean lines, the classic distinction of the Louis Philippe style. A period piece, its solid ...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Book Matched Burl Walnut Louis Philippe Chest with Marble Top
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This quintessential Louis Philippe period commode or chest of drawers displays the exemplary craftsmanship of the nineteenth century with a facade of burl walnut and solid walnut pan...
Category
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Antique Victorian Oak Stepback Bookcase Bookshelf Hutch Cabinet 67"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian stepback bookcase hutch. Made of oak featuring an upper bookshelf supported by lower stand on castors with two drawers and a cabinet.
Dimensions:
18" x 34" x 66.5...
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$1,480 Sale Price
20% Off
French Early 19th Century Fruitwood Empire Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A 19th century French Empire style bibliothèque or display cabinet, handcrafted using solid fruitwood and two glass-front doors accented with brass. The clean, straight lines allow t...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique American Chippendale Mahogany Chest on Chest Highboy Dresser 70"
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite American Chippendale Highboy, circa 1790. Features a mahogany case with 9 hand dovetailed drawers of oak construction with solid classic solid brass batwing bale pulls ...
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Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$3,250 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique American Chippendale Serpentine Mahogany Bachelors Chest of Drawers 38"
Located in Dayton, OH
An American Chippendale Bachelor's Chest or Dresser. Made from mahogany with a rectangular serpentine fronted case with four hand dovetailed drawers and solid brass batwing hardware...
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Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
$3,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Style Walnut Enfilade, Sideboard, Marble
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This French Louis Philippe period enfilade or sideboard from the mid-nineteenth century is constructed of solid walnut and features a marble top. Three drawers of dovetail constructi...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
18th Century Corner Cupboard, Corner Chest, Encoignure, France, circa 1770
Located in Greven, DE
Antique corner cabinet with geometric marquetry
France
Mahogany, marble, brass
Transition around 1770
Dimensions: Height: 88 cm, width: 85 cm, side depth: 59 cm
Description:
Unusu...
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
French 18th Century Mahogany Petite Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A petite mahogany commode from circa 1780 France, aligning with the Louis XVI taste, it is a multipurpose storage piece scaled down bedside table proportions to use practically anywh...
Category
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
17th Century William & Mary Period Walnut Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Stunning Late 17th Century, Willliam And Mary Period, Walnut And Burr Walnut Chest, Having Superbly Figured Top, Front And Sides With Exceptional Geometric Design Inlay, Panels And...
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Late 17th Century English William and Mary Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
19th century French inlaid mahogany 6 drawer inlaid chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century french inlaid mahogany 6-drawer inlaid chest, circa 1830.
Early 19th century inlaid french mahogany 6-drawer chest with inlaid turned columns. Profusely inlaid on all s...
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Mid-19th Century French Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
French 19th Century Ebonized Enfilade Louis XVI Style
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A timeless case piece, this 19th century Louis XVI style enfilade has a (more recent) ebonized finish that beautifully contrasts the white marble top and brass accents for a touch of...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique French Breton Armoire Wardrobe Linen Cabinet Barley Twist Chestnut 19C
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautifully Carved Antique French Chestnut Breton Double Door Bookcase, Armoire Bonnetiere, Linen Cabinet Barley Twist with Drawer~~c. 1890s
Highly requested classic French...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Chestnut
1829 Cupboard Painted in Blue Floral Cabinet - European Alps
Located in Vo', Veneto
Tyrolean Painted Wardrobe with Floral Motifs - 1829
Technical information:
Period: 1829
Origin: Tyrol
Wood type: Fir
Height: 193 cm 75.98 in
Width: 133 cm (146 cm with frame) 52....
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1820s Austrian Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
18th Century Wrought Iron Italian Hobnail Antique Safe Strong Box Cabinet
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful and rare example of late 18th century Italian master blacksmith craftsmanship. This exceptional antique studded safe, with its typical all-around hobnails and great wrought...
Category
Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Antique Victorian Flame Mahogany Bow Front Tallboy Dresser Chest of Drawers 50"
Located in Dayton, OH
An exceptional antique 19th Century Victorian Tallboy Dresser. Features a mahogany frame with bowfront and two over three drawer configuration. The...
Category
19th Century American Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany, Burl
$1,700 Sale Price
20% Off
1825 Blue Floral Painted Cabinet - European Alps
Located in Vo', Veneto
Antique Painted Cupboard with Flowers
Technical information:
Period: 1825
Origin: Tyrolean Alps
Wood type: Fir
Height: 191 cm 75.2 in
Widt...
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1820s Austrian Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Antique early 19th century Japanes Kaidan Dansu Step Chest in warm brown pine
Located in Casteren, NL
This piece is a traditional Japanese kaidan-dansu, also known as a step chest. Developed during the Edo period (1603–1868), it ingeniously combines functionality with refined aesthe...
Category
Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
$4,813 Sale Price
20% Off
Small Antique Bleached Side Cabinet With Pine Drawers. English C.1830
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Fabulous small Georgian tropical hardwood side cabinet with pine internal drawers.
Single exterior drawer at the top.
Recently bleached
I particularly like the simplicity of this...
Category
1830s English Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Pine
$1,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi #02
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a historically significant Japanese Tansu cabinet, crafted from cedar wood during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s).
Its minimalist and refined design embodies traditional Japanese aesthetics, bringing a sense of understated elegance and serene presence to any interior. Over time, the cedar wood has developed a warm, rich patina, enhancing the cabinet’s unique character and depth.
A distinctive feature of this piece is the lattice at the upper back, designed to provide ventilation.
The sliding doors operate smoothly, and the piece has been carefully cleaned and disinfected, ready for immediate use. Its condition is excellent considering its age.
This Tansu reflects the philosophy of *wabi-sabi*, finding beauty in imperfection and impermanence. Its understated elegance contrasts with conventional opulence, making it a rare and distinctive work of craftsmanship.
Additionally, this cabinet can be paired and stacked with the Japanese Antique Tansu...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Swedish 18th Century Secretary Desk
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Elegant 18th-century Swedish secretary desk, crafted in richly grained wood with a warm patina. The piece features a slant-front writing surface that opens to reveal a fitted interio...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Brass
Japanese Antique Large Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1868-1912s Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese tansu.
It was used around the Meiji period and is made primarily of cedar.
The naturally peeling paint on the front expresses a natural beauty that could no...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Beech Wabi Sabi Cabinet, circa 1800
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Rustic Wabi Sabi cabinet made of solid beech in Italy, circa 1800. This cabinet offers storage space for various items. It features a flap at the front and storage space behind the t...
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Early 1800s Italian Primitive Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Beech
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Burl Elm Commode, Chest of Drawers
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This quintessential Louis Philippe period commode or chest of drawers displays the exemplary craftsmanship of the nineteenth century with a facade of burl elm and solid elm panel sid...
Category
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Floral Painted Cupboard, European Alps 1800
Located in Vo', Veneto
Painted Cupboard dated 1800
Period: Dated 1800
Origin: Tyrol
Wood type: Fir
Dimensions:
H. 173 cm 68.1 in
W. 110 cm (124 cm with cornices) 43.3 in (48.8 in with cornices)
D. 55 c...
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Early 1800s Austrian Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretary in Blue Painted Pine
Located in Kastrup, DK
Gustavian secretary crafted in pine, finished in a charming blue tone with an elegant patina.
The piece is composed of two sections with refined detailing throughout.
The upper cabi...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Early 19th Century American Mahogany Butler's Desk/Secretary Chest
Located in Louisville, KY
Imagine where this gorgeous piece might have been in its past life. Perhaps stately mansions with warm block panel, high ceilings and crown molding for days. The wealthy would have h...
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Early 19th Century American American Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
18th Century Danish Oak Black Rococo Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
This antique rococo large oak chest of drawers features a serpentine front, scalloped skirt, brass hardware pulls and is raised on curved cabriole feet.
The newer, professionally ap...
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Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Early 19th Century Danish Gustavian Chest of Drawers, 1803
Located in Kastrup, DK
Danish Gustavian chest of drawers from 1803, crafted in black-painted wood with original brass fittings and locks.
Profiled top above a carved dentil frieze.
The front has five drawe...
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Early 19th Century Danish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
French 19th Century Painted Empire Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French Empire walnut commode from the 19th century, updated more recently with blue paint in layered & scraped faux finish that wouldn’t look out of place with Gustavian style furn...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Stone, Brass
Antique Baroque Cabinet / Wardrobe in Solid Oak, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1700s
Located in Odense, DK
An exceptional Danish cabinet in solid oak from the 18th century. The exterior features classic paneled doors beneath a bold cornice, with the oak displaying a deep, warm patina acqu...
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18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
A Magnificent French C. 1870 Ormolu-Mounted Green Painted Chinoiserie Commode
Located in Queens, NY
A Magnificent French Ormolu-Mounted Green Painted Chinoiserie Commode with Original Marble Top, 19th Century
An exceptional French ormolu-mounted commode, richly decorated in vibran...
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19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Marquetry Commode, Chest of Drawers
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This smaller scale late 18th century French Louis XVI period chest features a beveled Saint Anne marble top and a geometric marquetry facade of rosewood, lemon wood, mahogany and ebo...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Louis XVI Period Commode In Walnut Late 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined Louis XVI period commode crafted from solid walnut, dating to the late 18th century. This elegant French chest of drawers opens to three full-length drawers, each fitted wi...
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Pair of 19th century black lacquered Chinese compound cabinets
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of 19th century black lacquered Chinese compound cabinets circa 1840.
Fine pair of Qing-dynasty compound cabinets, in the Ming style. Complete in their original blackened matt...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood, Lacquer
Antique Swedish Chest of Drawers in Gustavian Style Made by Hand in Pine
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish chest of drawers in gustavian style made around 1820. The chest is made by hand with a frame in solid pine. Four functional drawers with original locks, keys and hard...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
19th Century Small Italian Painted Commode
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A charming 19th century Italian painted commode with two drawers and delicately carved details. The original painted surface shows an appealing aged patina, with soft blue-gray tones...
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19th Century Italian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
1800 Alpine Dark Red Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Vo', Veneto
Antique Hand-Painted Chest with Flowers, dated 1800
Technical information:
Period: 1800
Origin: Alps (Tyrol)
Wood: Fir
Height: 48 cm 18.9 in
Width: 130 cm 51.2 in
Depth: 61 cm 2...
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Early 1800s Italian Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
19Thc Amazing Brass & Iron Large Bakers Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine and very large French style bakers rack is in fine condition.This rack / shelf has custom made sized glass. This rack is in very good condition. This is the largest bakers ...
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Late 19th Century American French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
19th Century Burnt Bamboo Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique four shelf burnt bamboo etagere. Stenciling on all shelves. A very versatile and sturdy piece.
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19th Century English Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Bamboo
Large English antique solid oak chest coffer
Located in Leicester, GB
An impressive 17th-century oak coffer with gorgeous colour and patina. The chest is super large at 142cm x 58cm x 66cm high. There are four panelled sections at the front and back an...
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17th Century English Jacobean Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wrought Iron
Superb Quality Antique Victorian Figured Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Superb quality antique Victorian figured mahogany bookcase having an outstanding quality figured mahogany shaped cornice above a pair of carved mahogany glazed doors opening to revea...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A magnificent 19th century Louis XVI-style commode from France, with a marble top on a mahogany case of three drawers. The white stone is traced with fine veining and a patinated sur...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
19th-C. English Carved & Painted Pine Faux Bamboo Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 19th century English faux bamboo carved and painted faux bamboo chest. It is both stained and painted. It has the original turned feet and knobs. The drawers are dovetailed...
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Mid-19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Outstanding Quality Large Antique Victorian Burr Walnut 3 Door Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality large antique Victorian burr walnut 3 door wardrobe having a superior quality carved burr walnut arched shaped cornice above a single arched top, burr walnut mirr...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
18th Century Chest Of Drawers with Trompe-l'œil Marquetry, Germany, circa 1770
Located in Greven, DE
Antique chest of drawers from aristocratic property with trompe-l'œil marquetry
Southwest Germany
Walnut and others
around 1770
Dimensions: H × W × D: 87 × 124 × 66 cm
Description...
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1770s German Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
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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