Cabinets
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Maple
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Napoleon III Cabinets
Marble, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
1980s Danish Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Cabinets
Brass
20th Century American Country Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Birch, Elm, Mahogany, Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century English Cabinets
Rosewood, Satinwood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Shagreen, Bakelite, Macassar
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Plastic
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
1930s Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Early 20th Century Industrial Cabinets
Brass, Bronze
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Laminate, Walnut
1930s French Louis XVI Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1990s British George II Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
1990s American Federal Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1950s American Federal Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
20th Century Japanese Arts and Crafts Cabinets
1970s Belgian Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century English Cabinets
Satinwood, Paint
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Laminate, Walnut
1910s American American Craftsman Vintage Cabinets
Oak
20th Century Art Deco Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Ming Cabinets
Brass
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Cabinets
Other
Mid-20th Century Swedish Rococo Cabinets
Birch
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Ming Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Rosewood
Late 20th Century George III Cabinets
Mahogany
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Maple
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century George III Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Federal Cabinets
Mahogany
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.