Cabinets
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Spruce, Cherry
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Early 20th Century Afghan Tribal Cabinets
Steel
Late 17th Century Dutch Antique Cabinets
Oak
2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Elm, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Metal, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Lacquer
1920s Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Iron
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Marble
1960s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Art Glass, Giltwood
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Elm
2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century French Folk Art Antique Cabinets
Wood
1890s French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Walnut
2010s Italian Cabinets
Gold
19th Century Korean Other Antique Cabinets
Brass
18th Century Dutch Antique Cabinets
Oak
1950s French Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Granite, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Steel
19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Leather, Wood
17th Century German Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Mother-of-Pearl, Oak
Late 19th Century English Antique Cabinets
Bamboo
Early 20th Century Edwardian Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
2010s Australian Post-Modern Cabinets
Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Pyrite, Brass, Bronze
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Cabinets
Wood
Early 1700s French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Modern Vintage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Cabinets
Birdseye Maple, Oak
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
1920s American Industrial Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Late 18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Cabinets
Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1970s American Organic Modern Vintage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
19th Century Antique Cabinets
Bamboo
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Steel
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Cabinets
Mirror, Lacquer
1940s Polish Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-19th Century German Antique Cabinets
Oak
Mid-18th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Wood
1890s Moorish Antique Cabinets
Oak
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century American Georgian Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Cabinets
Iron
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.