Cabinets
Mid-19th Century Spanish Antique Cabinets
Chestnut, Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Late 19th Century Spanish Brutalist Antique Cabinets
Oak
1970s Swedish Vintage Cabinets
Pine
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-19th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bronze
19th Century Korean Other Antique Cabinets
Hardwood
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
1870s French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Ormolu
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
19th Century French Rustic Antique Cabinets
Pine
Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Cabinets
Pine
19th Century Italian Rustic Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century American Colonial Antique Cabinets
Glass, Maple
1890s French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Walnut
19th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Oak
Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Metal
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Pine
1970s French Louis XV Vintage Cabinets
Brass
19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Cabinets
Bronze
19th Century English Campaign Antique Cabinets
Brass
1860s Antique Cabinets
Rosewood
Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century Korean Chinoiserie Antique Cabinets
Brass
Early 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Cabinets
Brass
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Brass
Mid-19th Century British Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1880s English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Other
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Pine
Late 19th Century European Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1880s French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Chestnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-19th Century American American Empire Antique Cabinets
Marble
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Marble, Brass
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Chestnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Cabinets
Bronze
19th Century English Antique Cabinets
Oak
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Cabinets
Oak
19th Century French Country Antique Cabinets
Brass
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1970s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century French Country Antique Cabinets
Metal
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
19th Century Korean Campaign Antique Cabinets
Brass
Mid-19th Century Korean Chinoiserie Antique Cabinets
Brass
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Pine, Paint
19th Century English Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Brass, Gold Leaf
1970s American Campaign Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1970s European Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Wood
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Wood, Paint
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.