Cabinets
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Cedar
19th Century American Antique Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Cabinets
Nickel
2010s American Minimalist Cabinets
Oak
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Cabinets
Zebra Wood
2010s Japanese French Provincial Cabinets
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cabinets
Walnut, Ebony
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Copper
2010s Canadian Modern Cabinets
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Walnut
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Metal
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Metal
2010s Canadian Modern Cabinets
Oak
2010s English Modern Cabinets
Oak, Resin
2010s German Modern Cabinets
Oak, Walnut, Ash, Pearwood
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Cabinets
Rock Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary English Cabinets
Wood
2010s Shaker Cabinets
Steel
2010s Italian Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Glass, Cut Glass, Wood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Metal
2010s German Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Aluminum
2010s Canadian Modern Cabinets
Stone, Metal
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
2010s Omani Cabinets
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Cabinets
Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s American American Craftsman Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Agate, Brass
2010s Cabinets
Copper
1930s French Country Vintage Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Birch
2010s British Cabinets
Copper
2010s Omani Cabinets
Maple
2010s British Cabinets
Maple
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Wood, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cabinets
Stone, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Cabinets
Oak
2010s French Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Metal
1960s French French Provincial Vintage Cabinets
Brass
2010s British Modern Cabinets
Resin, Oak
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Birch, Plywood, Paper
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Cabinets
Steel
20th Century Cabinets
Wood
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
1890s French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Walnut
2010s Dutch Modern Cabinets
Metal
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Steel
18th Century German Baroque Antique Cabinets
Softwood
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.