Cabinets
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Cabinets
Pine
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
Late 18th Century French Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Chrome, Aluminum, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Plastic
1960s Italian Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1980s Chinese Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Cabinets
Brass
Early 1800s French Empire Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
1890s European Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Bronze
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1650s French Baroque Antique Cabinets
Walnut
17th Century French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Copper, Steel
Early 20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Oak
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Stainless Steel
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Cherry
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cabinets
Wood, Laminate
2010s Italian Cabinets
Wood, Maple
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Rope, Glass, Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Steel
Late 19th Century Scottish Georgian Antique Cabinets
Walnut, Hardwood, Paper
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Smoked Glass, Burl
1880s English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Other
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Pine
Early 20th Century Japanese Bohemian Cabinets
Fruitwood
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Cabinets
Wood
18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Cabinets
Wood
1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Cabinets
Brass
19th Century European Chinoiserie Antique Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Cabinets
Metal
1960s Japanese Campaign Vintage Cabinets
Elm
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Wood, Paint
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Iron
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Plastic
19th Century Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Cabinets
Kingwood
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Wood
18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Cabinets
Wood
1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Wood
20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Walnut, Mirror, Wood
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 19th Century Singaporean Chinese Export Antique Cabinets
Wood, Rosewood, Paint
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Cabinets
Porcelain, Wood
1920s Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Iron
Early 2000s Cabinets
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bamboo, Oak
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Cabinets
Walnut
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.