Cabinets
1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Cabinets
Wood
Early 19th Century French Rustic Antique Cabinets
Pine
2010s German Modern Cabinets
Chrome
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Pine, Paint
17th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cabinets
Giltwood, Lacquer
1960s Spanish Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Pine
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Sycamore
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak, Walnut
Early 18th Century Baroque Antique Cabinets
Iron
Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Cabinets
Wood
20th Century French Cabinets
Beech
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Cabinets
Steel, Chrome
Late 20th Century Bohemian Cabinets
Rattan
1820s Italian Directoire Antique Cabinets
Fir
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Marble, Other
20th Century French Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Brass
2010s Canadian Cabinets
Ash
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Cabinets
Brass, Steel
2010s Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Oak
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Steel
1920s German Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Carrara Marble
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
1820s British Regency Antique Cabinets
Glass, Rosewood
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Walnut, Spruce
1950s Swedish Vintage Cabinets
Beech, Teak
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Macassar, Oak
1920s German Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1810s Spanish Other Antique Cabinets
Fir, Chestnut
1790s German Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Fir
Mid-20th Century American Regency Cabinets
Mahogany, Satinwood
1950s American Hepplewhite Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
19th Century Antique Cabinets
Metal
18th Century English George III Antique Cabinets
Other
20th Century Italian Baroque Cabinets
Lapis Lazuli
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Walnut
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Wrought Iron
Early 1900s English Georgian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Oak
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Birch, Macassar
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Cabinets
Copper
1830s Austrian Black Forest Antique Cabinets
Fir
2010s Canadian Bohemian Cabinets
Birdseye Maple, Oak, Walnut
1920s French Gothic Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Cedar
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Brass
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
18th Century Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1950s French Louis XVI Vintage Cabinets
Marble, Brass
1790s Italian Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Fir
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Chrome
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Cedar
Vintage and Antique Cabinets for Sale on 1stDibs
Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.
The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.
Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.
The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.
A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.
One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.
Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.
Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.