Cabinets
2010s South African Minimalist Cabinets
Walnut, Oak
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
2010s American Minimalist Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Regency Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Stone, Slate
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Cabinets
Bronze
Early 20th Century Austrian Country Cabinets
Walnut
2010s Italian Cabinets
Aluminum
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Dutch Cabinets
Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak, Teak
1890s American Late Victorian Antique Cabinets
Wood
Mid-17th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Steel
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1920s American Eastlake Vintage Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Oak
1950s French Provincial Vintage Cabinets
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wrought Iron
1970s Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Tortoise Shell
20th Century French Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Silver Plate
18th Century English George II Antique Cabinets
Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer, Paint
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Iron
17th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Oak
Mid-19th Century German Louis Philippe Antique Cabinets
Walnut, Spruce
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
2010s American Cabinets
Walnut
2010s Italian Cabinets
Brass
1980s Asian Folk Art Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1880s French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Rosewood, Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
Late 20th Century German Minimalist Cabinets
Aluminum
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Oak
1920s Javanese Dutch Colonial Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century Indonesian Organic Modern Cabinets
Teak
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Leather, Walnut
2010s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets
Copper
Late 18th Century German Baroque Antique Cabinets
Oak, Walnut
2010s French Neoclassical Cabinets
Cherry, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
1990s Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Bronze
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1960s Italian Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Cherry, Teak
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Elm
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Bronze
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.