Cabinets
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Formica, Wood, Lacquer
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Acrylic, Lucite, Teak
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Cabinets
Marble
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Beech, Velvet, Wood
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wrought Iron
1860s British High Victorian Antique Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1880s Victorian Antique Cabinets
Glass
1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Pine
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Maple
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Burl
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Rattan
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Chrome
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wicker, Cane, Bamboo, Rattan, Laminate, Wood, Formica
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
19th Century Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Copper
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak, Walnut
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass, Iron
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal, Brass
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-19th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Antique Cabinets
Wrought Iron
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Elm
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1880s British Victorian Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Plastic
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
1980s Victorian Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Plastic
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Leather, Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Cabinets
Oak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Other
1880s English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Fruitwood, Oak
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.