Cabinets
19th Century Indian British Colonial Antique Cabinets
Glass, Teak
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Wood
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Walnut, Pine
1880s Danish Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1850s Danish Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Late 19th Century British Antique Cabinets
Walnut
19th Century English George III Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Antique Cabinets
Mirror, Walnut
Late 19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Wood
1880s Adam Style Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Cabinets
Pine
1860s British High Victorian Antique Cabinets
Marble
19th Century French Rustic Antique Cabinets
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Cabinets
Ebony, Walnut
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Iron
1870s French Antique Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Early 19th Century French Gothic Antique Cabinets
Walnut, Oak
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass
Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Cabinets
Metal
Early 1800s Spanish Rustic Antique Cabinets
Wood
Mid-19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Cabinets
Pine, Paint
1860s French Louis Philippe Antique Cabinets
Marble, Iron
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Cabinets
Pine
Late 19th Century Syrian Aesthetic Movement Antique Cabinets
Metal
1890s German Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Metal
Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Cabinets
Rosewood
Late 19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Wood
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
1850s French Louis Philippe Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Oak
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Chrome
1820s English Regency Antique Cabinets
Rosewood
1850s French Rustic Antique Cabinets
Wood
1840s British Early Victorian Antique Cabinets
Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Oak
19th Century English Other Antique Cabinets
Paint, Wood, Bamboo
1880s Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Cabinets
Wood
Early 1800s Swedish Folk Art Antique Cabinets
Pine
Late 19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Bronze
1820s Italian Neoclassical Antique Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Bronze
19th Century English George III Antique Cabinets
Other
1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Cabinets
Oak
19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Oak
19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century Korean Antique Cabinets
Hardwood
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Elm
1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal, Brass
1820s British Regency Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Late 19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Marble, Bronze
1890s French Art Nouveau 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.