Cabinets
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Brass, Gold Leaf
1880s Italian Folk Art Antique Cabinets
Wood, Fir
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Burl
Early 20th Century Edwardian Cabinets
Glass
Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Cabinets
Glass, Ebony, Amboyna
Late 19th Century German Jugendstil Antique Cabinets
Marble, Brass
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century French Rococo Revival Cabinets
Bronze
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Copper
20th Century French Provincial Cabinets
Wood
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Fir
1940s Sheraton Vintage Cabinets
Leather, Mahogany
18th Century French Baroque Antique Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Brass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1960s Swedish Vintage Cabinets
Oak, Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Walnut
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Pine, Reclaimed Wood
20th Century American Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Late 20th Century American Cabinets
Brass
1940s French Vintage Cabinets
Glass
1940s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Cabinets
Metal, Aluminum
1920s American Louis XV Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1820s English Adam Style Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mahogany, Teak, Wood
Early 19th Century Asian Antique Cabinets
Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Cabinets
Elm, Reclaimed Wood
2010s Italian Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Cabinets
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Cabinets
Pine, Paint
19th Century Antique Cabinets
Walnut
20th Century American Modern Cabinets
Wood
1950s English Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1920s British Regency Vintage Cabinets
Yew
1950s English Chippendale Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
1970s Unknown Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Bronze, Stainless Steel
Late 19th Century American Industrial Antique Cabinets
Oak
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
1890s English Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1910s French Louis XV Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
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.