Cabinets
Late 18th Century French Country Antique Cabinets
Steel
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Marble, Stainless Steel
Late 18th Century German Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Wood, Giltwood
Late 18th Century French Country Antique Cabinets
Cut Steel
1990s Cabinets
Ormolu
1990s Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Brass, Steel
Late 18th Century German Antique Cabinets
Steel
Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Elm
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Wood
Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 18th Century French Directoire Antique Cabinets
Brass
Late 18th Century German Baroque Antique Cabinets
Brass
1990s Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Bronze
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Steel
Late 18th Century English Antique Cabinets
Brass
1780s English George III Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1990s American Modern Cabinets
Wood
Late 18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique Cabinets
Wrought Iron
1780s European Antique Cabinets
Pine
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Marble, Stainless Steel
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 18th Century Dutch Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Iron
Late 18th Century Antique Cabinets
Wood
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Cabinets
Wood
Late 18th Century Austrian Country Antique Cabinets
Chestnut
1990s American British Colonial Cabinets
Glass, Teak
1770s English George III Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1990s Italian Modern Cabinets
Crystal
1780s Dutch Rococo Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Metal
Late 18th Century English Antique Cabinets
Brass
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Metal, Brass
1990s Danish Modern Cabinets
Beech
Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Cabinets
Mahogany, Satinwood
1990s Italian Modern Cabinets
Plastic, Wood
1780s English George III Antique Cabinets
Satinwood
1990s Danish Modern Cabinets
Beech
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Cabinets
Brass
1770s French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Bronze
1990s American Modern Cabinets
Glass, Laminate
Late 18th Century European Antique Cabinets
Satinwood, Yew
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Cabinets
Pine
Late 18th Century British Antique Cabinets
Wood
1990s American Modern Cabinets
Chrome
Late 18th Century Italian Greco Roman Antique Cabinets
Maple, Oak, Walnut
Late 18th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Iron
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Wood
1790s English George III Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Cherry
1790s Italian Antique Cabinets
Kingwood
Late 18th Century European Antique Cabinets
Wood
1780s Dutch Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Late 18th Century German Baroque Antique Cabinets
Steel
1990s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Lacquer, Walnut
1780s English George III Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Cabinets
Oak
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.