Cabinets
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Beech, Paper
19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Cabinets
Satinwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Rosewood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1950s European Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Glass, Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Birch
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Rosewood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Cabinets
Metal, Brass, Iron
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Beech, Teak
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Mahogany
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1930s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Rosewood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Cabinets
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Ash
1660s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Cabinets
Wood, Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Hardwood
Early 18th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Cabinets
Pine
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Elm, Pine
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak, Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
2010s French Neoclassical Cabinets
Sycamore, Wenge
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
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.