Cabinets
1950s Belgian Industrial Vintage Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Cabinets
Metal
2010s Canadian Modern Cabinets
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Steel
2010s South African Minimalist Cabinets
Marble
Early 20th Century English Industrial Cabinets
Metal
Early 20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Cabinets
Paint
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Cabinets
Other
2010s Canadian Bohemian Cabinets
Birdseye Maple, Oak, Walnut
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Cabinets
Mirror, Lacquer
1970s European Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1980s European Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Oak
20th Century European Art Deco Cabinets
Parchment Paper
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
Late 20th Century American Classical Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Cabinets
Metal
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Leather
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Birch, Oak
Mid-20th Century Belgian Brutalist Cabinets
Oak
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Lacquer
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Marble, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century North American American Classical Cabinets
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Plastic
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Metal, Steel
1970s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1970s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Oak
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Brass
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
2010s British Cabinets
Leather
20th Century Asian Primitive Cabinets
Bamboo
2010s Cabinets
Leather
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Aluminum
2010s Cabinets
Leather, Velvet
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Cabinets
Metal
Late 19th Century French Black Forest Antique Cabinets
Oak
Early 19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Cabinets
Metal
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cabinets
Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Late 19th Century Asian Antique Cabinets
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cabinets
Stone
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Marble, Stainless Steel
1980s Canadian Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Lacquer, Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Marble, Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century European Modern Cabinets
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century Edwardian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
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.