Cabinets
16th Century French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak, Oak
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Cabinets
Steel
Mid-19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Cabinets
Steel
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Cabinets
Steel
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Teak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Bronze
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Wood, Cedar, Pine
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Wood, Cedar, Pine
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Leather, Cane, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Cabinets
Walnut, Pine
Early 20th Century British Chinoiserie Cabinets
Gesso, Wood
20th Century French Industrial Cabinets
Metal
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Oak
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Wood, Cedar
Late 18th Century Italian Industrial Antique Cabinets
Metal, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Cabinets
Oak, Birch, Burl
1960s French Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Antique Cabinets
Oak
1770s Antique Cabinets
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1940s Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Parchment Paper
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Wood, Cedar, Pine
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
Late 19th Century Eastlake Antique Cabinets
Marble
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Cedar
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 1900s American American Craftsman Antique Cabinets
Sheet Metal, Tôle
1970s French Space Age Vintage Cabinets
Chrome
1960s French Space Age Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1920s Vintage Cabinets
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Cabinets
Birch, Elm
1820s Austrian Antique Cabinets
Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Pine, Reclaimed Wood
2010s Mexican Modern Cabinets
Steel
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1970s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Oak
18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Cabinets
Wood
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wrought Iron
1960s French Vintage Cabinets
Aluminum
1690s Japanese Antique Cabinets
Lacquer
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Metal, Wire
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Elm
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Cabinets
Mahogany
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Bronze, Ormolu
1850s French Louis Philippe Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Oak
Mid-17th Century German Baroque Antique Cabinets
Oak
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.