Cabinets
1860s French Louis Philippe Antique Cabinets
Marble, Iron
17th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Ebony
20th Century Cabinets
Wood
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Beech, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
Mid-19th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Cabinets
Pine
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Syrian Aesthetic Movement Antique Cabinets
Metal
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century German Rustic Cabinets
Zinc
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1950s European Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
2010s French Louis Philippe Cabinets
Wood, Cherry, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Plywood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Central American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
1840s British Early Victorian Antique Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1860s British High Victorian Antique Cabinets
Marble
18th Century German Baroque Antique Cabinets
Walnut, Pine
20th Century French Country Cabinets
Metal
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Sycamore
1870s Italian Rustic Antique Cabinets
Poplar
1960s Folk Art Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
1990s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets
Wood, Plywood
Mid-19th Century French Gothic Antique Cabinets
Wrought Iron
20th Century Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Portuguese Classical Roman Cabinets
Belgian Black Marble
Mid-20th Century Cabinets
Burl
Late 19th Century British Chinese Chippendale Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Cabinets
Bamboo, Mirror, Wood
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Late 18th Century European Rococo Antique Cabinets
Iron
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
18th Century French Modern Antique Cabinets
Wood
1890s German Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Metal
2010s American Cabinets
Brass, Steel
Early 18th Century German Rustic Antique Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Late 20th Century Cabinets
Wood
1880s English Antique Cabinets
Brass
Mid-19th Century Irish Antique Cabinets
Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
20th Century Japanese Cabinets
Brass
Mid-19th Century Unknown Qing Antique Cabinets
Elm
19th Century German Islamic Antique Cabinets
Bronze
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass
2010s Vietnamese Cabinets
Stone
Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Iron
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern 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.