Cabinets
18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Wood
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Cherry
19th Century Napoleon III Antique Cabinets
Carrara Marble, Brass, Bronze
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
1870s Dutch Neoclassical Revival Antique Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Brass
19th Century British Antique Cabinets
Rosewood
1890s French Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood
1880s English Antique Cabinets
Wood
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Beech, Macassar
1890s French Neoclassical Antique Cabinets
Carrara Marble, Brass
Mid-18th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Cabinets
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
2010s Chippendale Cabinets
Leather, Mahogany
1960s American Neoclassical Revival Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Ebony, Glass, Walnut
19th Century Egyptian Moorish Antique Cabinets
Ebony, Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Cabinets
Bronze, Steel
Early 20th Century English Cabinets
Satinwood
Early 18th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Pine, Lacquer
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Early 2000s American Cabinets
Wood, Macassar
Late 19th Century Burmese Anglo-Indian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Elm
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Iron
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 18th Century European Rococo Antique Cabinets
Iron
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Iron
20th Century Unknown Other Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Chinese Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
Late 18th Century French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Metal
2010s Italian Cabinets
Concrete
18th Century Antique Cabinets
Oak
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Lacquer
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1920s German International Style Vintage Cabinets
Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
19th Century Danish Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary Rustic Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Baroque Cabinets
Iron
20th Century Italian Other Cabinets
Fruitwood
2010s Italian Organic Modern Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Chestnut
1810s French Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-18th Century German Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Steel
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.