Cabinets
Mid-18th Century German Baroque Antique Cabinets
Steel
1990s American Biedermeier Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Walnut
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Cabinets
Birch
2010s Italian Cabinets
Wood
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Pine, Reclaimed Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Cabinets
Marble
Late 19th Century Rustic Antique Cabinets
Tin
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Stone, Metal, Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood
1950s French French Provincial Vintage Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Cabinets
Oak
1860s French Napoleon III Antique Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Fruitwood
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Gold Leaf
19th Century English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Satinwood, Walnut
1920s Louis XVI Vintage Cabinets
Satinwood
1870s French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Ormolu
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Elm
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Cabinets
Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Mahogany, Paper
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Other
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Cabinets
Wood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Kingwood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
Late 20th Century Georgian Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Cabinets
Copper
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Lacquer
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Danish Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Cabinets
Bronze
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Laminate, Walnut
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets
Oak, Wood, Walnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
19th Century American Adirondack Antique Cabinets
Wood
1960s Danish Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Birch, Elm, Mahogany
1920s English Jacobean Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Late 18th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 20th Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
1920s Swedish Art Nouveau Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Brass
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Cabinets
Wood
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.