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Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
Period: 18th Century
19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Book Matched Walnut Chest, Marble
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This quintessential Louis Philippe style commode or chest of drawers displays the exemplary craftsmanship of the nineteenth century with a facade of book matched walnut and solid wal...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
Antique Victorian Renaissance Revival Walnut Burl Marble Top Dresser & Mirror
Located in Dayton, OH
A charming antique Victorian Renaissance Revival dresser & mirror, circa 1880s. Made from walnut with vibrant burled panels along the front and matchbook burling along the sides. Fe...
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Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique English Chippendale Walnut Burl Serpentine Buffet Sideboard Credenza 71"
Located in Dayton, OH
Sunning Antique English Chippendale style sideboard, circa 1870s. Features a serpentine form made from walnut with matchbook burl and crossbanding. The b...
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19th Century Chippendale Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
19th Century English Pine Kitchen Dresser
Located in Mckinney, TX
This handsome English pine kitchen dresser features a three-shelf upper plate rack over a three-door dresser, offering both display and storage in a classic country style. The warm p...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Walnut & Marble Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A gorgeous Louis XVI style, marble-topped walnut commode from France (late 19th century) with transitional details that could suit a wide range of decorating tastes today. The dark s...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
French 19th Century Painted Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French 19th century painted pine bibliotheque with original glass-front doors and charming, buttery yellow finish. At less than 13” deep, this antique case piece is a wonderful sol...
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19th Century French French Provincial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
18th Century Chest Of Drawers with Marquetry, by Johann Adam Sauer, circa 1785
Located in Greven, DE
Antique chest of drawers with marquetry
Fulda
Walnut, maple and others
circa 1785
Dimensions: H x W x D: 85 x 120 x 57 cm
Description:
Antique chest of drawers in the typical styl...
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1780s German Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Maple, Walnut
Late 19th Century Re-Painted Italian Chest of Drawers
Located in Cirencester, GB
This late 19th Century Italian chest of drawers has been beautifully hand painted with this geometric design by our friend Gianni in Northern Italy. The chest retains its original st...
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Late 19th Century Italian Country Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Haberdashery Chest of Drawers
Located in Cirencester, GB
A super example of an English late 19th Century fruitwood chest of drawers which features an unusual twelve-drawer configuration. This charming chest retains original Victorian glass...
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fruitwood
1809 Alpine Green Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Vo', Veneto
Alpine Painted Chest in Fir Wood - Dated 1809
Code: C173
Wood Type: Fir Wood
Period: Dated 1809
Origin: Tyrol - Alps
Dimensions:
Height: 61 cm - Width: 139 cm - Depth: 64 cm
Height: 24.02 in - Width: 54.72 in - Depth: 25.20 in
Description:
Chest made of painted fir wood with a dark green background, typical of the Alpine tradition. The front is divided into three panels with molded frames painted in red: two feature stylized floral bouquets, and the central one bears an inscription in old Gothic German...
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Early 1800s Italian Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Tallboy Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid to late 19th century American Empire tallboy / highboy chest. Made of flame / crotch mahognay featuring rectangular form with scrolled front and four hand dovetailed drawers.
Di...
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Mid-19th Century American Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Rare and All Original English Oak Revolving Dental Cabinet
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is an antique English dental cabinet. Made from English Oak, with a circular top and fully rotating case, consisting of multiple milk glass lined drawers, glass shelves and curv...
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Late 19th Century English Industrial Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Massive Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A towering, 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or bookcase, handcrafted of mahogany with three glass-front doors for displaying treasured books, heirlooms, or trop...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
French 19th Century Ebonized Louis XVI Style Enfilade
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 brass accents for a touch of drama in a foyer or ...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Mahogany Stationary Box w. Perpetual Calendar, Bramah Improved
Located in Lisse, NL
Stylish and mint condition, antique desk or table piece.
This rare and beautifully crafted Victorian luxury letter box is a true testament to 19th-century craftsmanship and ingenuity. Made from rich, solid wood with a deep, warm patina, it blends functional design with timeless elegance. More than just a storage piece, this is a refined system for organizing correspondence, complete with a built-in perpetual calendar and integrated writing panel.
Behind the sleek double doors—one of which locks with its key—you’ll find a cleverly designed interior fitted with multiple compartments for letters, documents, and notes. At the top is a charming perpetual calendar with original sliders displaying the day, date, and month—an eye-catching and practical feature.
What truly sets this piece apart are the two fold-out panels inside each door. One features a removable writing surface, ideal for jotting down notes with a pencil or crayon. The opposite panel includes straps for securing cards or memos. In addition, there are hidden drawers and compartments for pens, stamps, or other stationery, making this a uniquely functional piece for both historical display and modern-day use.
The box features two front doors—one with its original Bramah lock, marked “Bramah Improved”, a renowned name in high-security locks since the 18th century.—perhaps a postmaster, a ship's purser, or a gentleman's estate office.
So, if you would rather sit down and write someone a real letter or postcard then, in our view, you will be the right custodian for this stylish and beautifully made antique.
Mind you, our fair price for this great value for money antique even includes perfect packing and also worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 days.
Maximum width x height x depth when closed: 16.2 x 14.4 x 10.1 inches.
Ideal for:
*Collectors of antique desk accessories or postal items.
*Interior decorators looking for a unique office or library statement piece.
*A refined and functional letter organizer.
*An exceptional gift for lovers of history and craftsmanship.
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Three Door Wardrobe
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany three door wardrobe having a quality figured mahogany shaped cornice above three figured mahogany moulded panelled arch top doors with eigh...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
19th Century Book Matched Burl Walnut Louis Philippe Chest with Marble Top
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This quintessential Louis Philippe style commode or chest of drawers displays the exemplary craftsmanship of the nineteenth century with a facade of book matched burl walnut and soli...
Category
1840s French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A 19th century French Louis Philippe style bibliothèque or bookcase, handcrafted of timeless mahogany with two glass-front doors for displaying treasured books, heirlooms, or trophie...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
18th Century Hand Carved Painted French Chateau Buffet Deux Corps 106 in H
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Standing at an impressive 106 inches in height, this eighteenth century French Regency period buffet deux corps from a chateau in Liege, Belgium features hand carved details of an as...
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Mid-18th Century French Regency Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Oak
Antique English Plate Rack Wall Shelf LARGE Jacobean Carved Oak Mid 19th century
Located in Tyler, TX
~~CHARMING Antique English LARGE Jacobean Carved Oak Plate Rack Wall Shelf~~
Popular classic English hanging wall plate rack with carved diamonds and buttons~~plate grooves and hangers on back~~perfect for an entry hall, kitchen, living area, study, office, library, bedroom, powder room or just about any room in your home or office!
Stunning size
40" tall x 60.25" wide x 8" deep
15.5" tall upper shelf
11.5" tall lower shelf
Solid and sturdy~~rich oak patina~~display your favorite Majolica or other antique collectibles with this wonderful plate rack!
Please check out our large selection of antique wall shelves...
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Mid-19th Century English Jacobean Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Black & White Painted Commodes
Located in Kastrup, DK
A pair of elegant Gustavian-style commodes, crafted in pine and painted black with decorative light grey detailing.
Each commode features three drawers, the top one adorned with a cl...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
An art deco wood and marble buffet by Built by John, late 19th century
Located in View Park, CA
A wood and marble art deco buffet / sideboard « Built by John », early 20th century. Featuring hand-carved rosewood and mahogany construction, original brass hardware, and green marb...
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Late 19th Century American Art Deco Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
18th Century Italian Louis XVI Solid Walnut Antique Chest of Drawers, Restored
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this elegant antique Italian chest of drawers dating back to the second half of the 18th century, Louis XVI period. An extremely refined chest of drawers, whose characteri...
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Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
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
Swiss alp painted trunk
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Swiss alp painted dated 1817 on the top trunk
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1810s Swiss Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Blue Floral Painted Cupboard - European Alps
Located in Vo', Veneto
Tyrolean Wardrobe Painted with Flowers
Wood essence: Fir
Period: c. 1850
Origin: European Alps
Dimension :
Height - 171 cm
Width - 111 cm (115 cm to the corners)
Depth - 50 cm (54 ...
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1850s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Antique Victorian Quality Round Figured Mahogany Pedestal Cupboard
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality round figured mahogany pedestal cupboard having a quality mahogany round top with a white marble insert above a figured mahogany circular pedestal cupboard...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Other
Herter Brothers Style Monumental Antique Eastlake Victorian Walnut Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional monumental antique Eastlake Victorian triple bookcase cabinet
In the manner of Herter Brothers
USA, Circa 1880s
Carved walnut, with burled walnut panels, glass fron...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Country Farmhouse Painted Oak Welsh Dresser Cupboard Hutch 80"
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 18th century to early 19th century Welsh Dresser or pewter cupboard. Made from oak with a gray painted finish. Features an upper hutch or rack with three shelves and metal hoo...
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Early 19th Century Rustic Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak, Paint
Antique French Cabinet Bar Sideboard Baroque Carved Oak c1880 Bookcase
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Cabinet Bar Sideboard Baroque Carved Oak c1880 Bookcase.
Direct from France, a beautifully hand carved 19th century French “confiturier’ cabinet, an extremely versati...
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1880s French Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
19th Century Italian Charles X Inlaid Walnut Antique Chest of Drawers, Restored
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this elegant antique Italian chest of drawers dating back to the first half of the 19th century, Charles X period. An extremely refined chest of drawers, whose characteris...
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1820s Italian Charles X Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Dark Green 1830 Floral Painted Cupboard
Located in Vo', Veneto
Dark Green Painted Wardrobe Dated 1830
Period: 1830 (dated)
Origin: European Alps
Wood essence: Fir
Dimension :
Height: 166 cm
Width: 123 cm (127 cm to the corners)
Depth: 50 cm (54 cm to the corners)
Description
Antique alpine wardrobe...
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1820s Italian Directoire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
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
Antique Queen Anne Fantastic Quality Burr Walnut & Featherbanded Bureau Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Queen Anne fantastic quality burr walnut and featherbanded bureau bookcase having a shaped moulded top with three original turned finals above a pair of burr walnut bevelled ...
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Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Louis XV Nightstands or Bed Side Cabinets C1900 France
Located in Trensacq, FR
A great pair of Louis xv style bedside tables or nightstands from 19th-century France. Two stylish cabinets each with a drawer and cupboard. Tall, generously proportioned with an att...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Marble, Brass
Exceptional Antique Georgian Hunt Board
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A particularly notable long antique Hunt Board, likely late 18th/Early 19th Century. With stately Georgian and William and Mary influence, well crafted with a warm-toned medium bro...
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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique English Mahogany CORNER Display Shelf BARLEY TWIST Étagère Bookshelf
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Mahogany CORNER Display Shelf BARLEY TWIST Étagère Bookshelf.
Direct from England, a beautiful antique English corner shelf or ét...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality mahogany breakfront bookcase having a quality mahogany astral glazed breakfront top with four doors opening to reveal 9 adjustable shelves above a quality m...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Other
Tall 19th century elm secretaire chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Tall 19th century elm secretaire chest of drawers circa 1870.
We are pleased to offer this stunning chest swedish chest of drawers of generous proportions.
Made from a rich golden ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Empire Revival Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Birch, Elm, Pine
1846 Alpine Blue Floral Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Vo', Veneto
Painted Tyrolean Chest in Spruce Wood - Dated 1826
Wood Type: Spruce wood
Period: Early 19th century (dated 1846)
Origin: Tyrol (Val di Fassa)
Dimensions:
Height: 79 cm - Width: 14...
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1840s Italian Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Swedish hand painted 19th century pine cupboard
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish hand painted 19th century pine cupboard circa 1788.
We are pleased to offer this fine piece of traditional hand painted scandinavian furniture, in the form of a double door ...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine, Paint
Early 19th Century Italian Empire Walnut Antique Chest of Drawers with Secrets
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this elegant antique Italian chest of drawers dating back to the early 19th century, Empire period. An extremely refined chest of drawers, whose characteristics suggest th...
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Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Blue Floral Painted Cupboard with Sunflowers
Located in Vo', Veneto
Alpine Blue Painted Wardrobe with Sunflowers
Measurements: H. 183 cm - W. 128 (150 to the frames) cm - D. 55 (66 to the frames) cm
Period: Late 18th century
Origin: Bavarian Alps
Wo...
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1790s German Louis XVI Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Small Antique Zanzibar Chest, East African Teak, Brass, Travel Trunk, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique Zanzibar chest. An East African travel trunk in solid teak and brass, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. A petite yet striking example, exhibit...
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1850s Zanzibari Early Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Rare Swiss alp painted children cupboard dated 1833
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Rare Swiss alp painted children cupboard dated 1833
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1830s Swiss Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
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
Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th C. Gustavian Swedish EmpireLinen Press Cabinet
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18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Wood
English 19th Century Campaign Chest
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A substantial English, circa 1850, military campaign chest of drawers with near-complete original hardware on mahogany construction. Split between two stacking trunks, a total of fiv...
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19th Century English Campaign Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Brass
18th Century Wrought Iron Italian Antique Hobnail Safe Strong Box Bar Cabinet
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful and rare example of late 18th century Italian master blacksmith craftsmanship, this antique studded safe with typical all-around hobnails and great wrought iron details, pr...
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Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Metal, Wrought Iron
Monumental 19thC English Ebonised Pine Dresser Base
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1870
sku 2049
Monumental 19thC English Ebonised Pine Dresser Base
W276 x D56 x H83 cm
Weight 130Kg
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19th Century Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Antique Genuine Swedish Original Gustavian Period Handmade Chest of Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish chest of drawers from the 1700s in gustavian style. The chest is a genuine Swedish gustavian furniture with four drawers made by hand in solid pine around 1790. Class...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
18th Century Welsh Dresser Base
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Handsome 18th-century Welsh dresser base in rich oak with three drawers above a shaped apron. The piece rests on cabriole front legs and straight rear supports, combining utility wit...
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18th Century British Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Early 19th century painted iron safe
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century painted iron safe circa 1830.
We are pleased to offer this cast iron safe in near original condition and still functioning today.
Cast fielded panels to front an...
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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Vintage large Scandinavian commode in pine from the 19 century
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Antique 19th century Scandinavian chest of drawers in solid pine opening to 5 drawers. The top drawer is thinner and has compartments. The whole structure is divided into two parts a...
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1850s Danish Gustavian Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Pine
1778 Blue Alpine Painted Blanket Chest
Located in Vo', Veneto
Alpine Chest
Measurements: H. 57 cm - W. 120 cm - D. 57 cm
Period: 1778
Origin: Bavarian Alps
Wood: Fir
Description:
Ancient chest made of fir wood and entirely painted in petrol g...
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1770s German Other Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Fir
Japanese Antique, Chest of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912'Wabi Sabi"Tansu"
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868-1912).
The urushi (Japanese lacquer) finish, with subtle hints of brown beneath the surface, reflects the passage o...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Antique Pair Mahogany Pharmacy Display Cabinets 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous pair of antique Mahogany Pharmacy Display Cabinets, dating from Circa 1860.
Each cabinet bears gilt lettering:
The Guildhall Pharmacy, 3 St Giles Street, Norwic...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Black Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
From Kanto or 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 st...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Materials
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.
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