Cabinets
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Macassar, Oak
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Cabinets
Ash
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Cabinets
Oak
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Cherry, Spruce
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Wood
19th Century British Chinese Chippendale Antique Cabinets
Mahogany, Glass
Early 2000s American Modern Cabinets
Marble
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Aluminum, Brass
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Cabinets
Steel
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Cabinets
Oak
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Pine
20th Century European Georgian Cabinets
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Ash
2010s Italian Cabinets
Plastic
Mid-19th Century Hungarian Industrial Antique Cabinets
Pine
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Steel
1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Oak, Hardwood
2010s French Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Wood, Ash
Mid-20th Century Chinese Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
1950s Italian Regency Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Cabinets
Marble, Brass, Bronze, Pewter
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Smoked Glass, Wood
1950s French Neoclassical Vintage Cabinets
Wire
Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Oak
Mid-19th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Antique Cabinets
Wrought Iron
2010s Italian Cabinets
Plastic
19th Century Unknown Empire Antique Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Metal, Bronze, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
Stainless Steel
1890s British Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
2010s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets
Copper
19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Pine, Blown Glass
2010s Turkish Modern Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
Late 20th Century Unknown Campaign Cabinets
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Beech
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut, Maple
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Brass
2010s Mexican Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal
2010s Chinese Post-Modern Cabinets
Fiberglass, Wood
2010s Italian Cabinets
Aluminum
1870s English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Ormolu, Brass
1850s American High Victorian Antique Cabinets
Brass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Unknown Georgian Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Statuary Marble, Travertine, Onyx, Marble, Brass
Early 1700s Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Early 19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Fruitwood, Oak
1870s English Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
2010s Swiss Cabinets
Metal, Chrome
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Teak
19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Cabinets
Marble
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.