Cabinets
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Early 17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
2010s Turkish Modern Cabinets
Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Cabinets
Marble, Brass
1980s Vintage Cabinets
Leather
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cabinets
Laminate, Lacquer
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Brass
2010s Lithuanian Modern Cabinets
Foil
1970s French Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak, Lacquer
Late 20th Century Cabinets
Lacquer
1870s French Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Glass, Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
1930s American Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century French Bauhaus Cabinets
Brass, Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
Late 19th Century French Black Forest Antique Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cabinets
Bamboo, Wood, Burl
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood, Ceramic
19th Century Asian Antique Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Late 18th Century German Baroque Antique Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Brass, Steel, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel, Metal, Copper
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Cabinets
Wood, Mirror
1920s Mexican Industrial Vintage Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Chrome
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Plastic
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Birch
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cabinets
Oak, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cabinets
Oak, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century English Antique Cabinets
Bamboo
19th Century English Antique Cabinets
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Metal, Nickel
2010s South African Minimalist Cabinets
Marble
2010s American American Craftsman Cabinets
Steel
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Georgian Cabinets
Copper
Early 20th Century Indian Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cabinets
Laminate, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cabinets
Laminate, Lacquer
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Plastic
2010s Dutch Cabinets
Aluminum
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cabinets
Laminate, Lacquer
19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood, Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Cabinets
Metal
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.