Cabinets
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Aluminum
1990s German Modern Cabinets
Steel, Chrome
1970s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1970s Belgian Minimalist Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century American Regency Cabinets
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Elm
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
Late 20th Century Dutch Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal
1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Teak
1970s Spanish Vintage Cabinets
Mirror, Wood
1970s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Aluminum
Late 20th Century French Modern Cabinets
Shell, Eggshell, Bamboo
1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Hardwood
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Rosewood
1970s North American Chinoiserie Vintage Cabinets
Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Georgian Cabinets
Brass
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Oak
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Pine, Glass
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1970s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Elm
1980s American Chippendale Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bamboo
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets
Soapstone
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1970s Italian Vintage Cabinets
Marble, Aluminum, Chrome
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1970s Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century American Campaign Cabinets
Metal
Late 20th Century American Other Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century American Cabinets
Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Late 20th Century American Georgian Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Resin, Wood
Late 20th Century Empire Cabinets
Mirror, Mahogany
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1990s Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century American Modern Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Rosewood
1990s Cabinets
Oak
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Glass, Ebony, Mahogany, Satinwood
Late 20th Century American Cabinets
Metal
1990s North American American Craftsman Cabinets
Cherry, Oak, Walnut, Wenge
1980s Canadian Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Lacquer, Wood
Late 20th Century Cabinets
Reed, Wood
1980s North American Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Formica
Late 20th Century American Georgian Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century North American Regency Cabinets
Brass
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.