Cabinets
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Laminate, Walnut
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1960s German Bauhaus Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Cabinets
Walnut
19th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Cabinets
Iron
Early 18th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Chrome
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Plywood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
1930s Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Beech
19th Century British Regency Antique Cabinets
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cabinets
Resin
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1970s American Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Gold Leaf
Late 17th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
1960s American Modern Vintage Cabinets
Stainless Steel
2010s French Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Wood, Ash
1970s Belgian Brutalist Vintage Cabinets
Wenge
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak, Rosewood
18th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Kingwood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Laminate, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Cabinets
Metal, Chrome
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Metal, Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass, Stainless Steel
1970s Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Metal, Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass
Early 19th Century Empire Antique Cabinets
Granite
1960s Swedish Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
16th Century Antique Cabinets
Walnut
20th Century French Cabinets
Wicker
Mid-20th Century Italian Cabinets
Iron
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Macassar, Oak
20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Metal, Steel
1950s French Louis Philippe Vintage Cabinets
Kingwood
1930s Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Cabinets
Burl
Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Wood
1840s French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Walnut
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Gold Leaf
19th Century German Rustic Antique Cabinets
Oak, Horn, Glass
Late 19th Century Unknown Industrial Antique Cabinets
Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Metal
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.