Cabinets
18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Cabinets
Walnut, Leather
Late 20th Century American Cabinets
Reed, Glass
Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1870s English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Ormolu, Brass
Mid-20th Century Cabinets
Mirror
2010s Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Travertine, Brass
2010s South African Minimalist Cabinets
Travertine
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Metal
1880s Italian Antique Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood, Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood, Ceramic
2010s Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Regency Cabinets
Bamboo, Mirror
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary British Cabinets
Paper
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Goatskin
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
2010s French Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Wood, Ash
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Iron
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Mirror, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cabinets
Aluminum
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Marble, Stone, Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cabinets
Stone, Rock Crystal, Brass
2010s Italian Other Cabinets
Art Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rattan
19th Century European Antique Cabinets
Wood
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Bamboo, Rush
20th Century American French Provincial Cabinets
Marble
1880s Hungarian Victorian Antique Cabinets
Pine
Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Silver Leaf
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Minimalist Cabinets
Oak, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Cane, Walnut
1970s American Vintage Cabinets
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Marble, Granite, Brass
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cabinets
Stone, Rock Crystal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Futurist Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cabinets
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Cabinets
Rock Crystal
18th Century Danish Antique Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wrought Iron
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cabinets
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cabinets
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cabinets
Resin
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.