Cabinets
Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Cabinets
Wood, Mahogany, Lacquer, Maple
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Pine
Early 20th Century American Classical Cabinets
Oak
1960s American Chinoiserie Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Plastic
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Chrome
Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Metal
1920s British Edwardian Vintage Cabinets
Blown Glass
1940s French Chinese Chippendale Vintage Cabinets
Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal, Bronze
Early 20th Century French Cabinets
Iron, Nickel, Wrought Iron, Metal, Brass
1940s French Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Cabinets
Wood
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Oak, Walnut
20th Century British Cabinets
Hardwood
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Laminate, Wood
1990s American Modern Cabinets
Metal
Late 20th Century North American American Classical Cabinets
Glass
1960s North American Federal Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
20th Century Spanish Colonial Cabinets
Iron
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Birch, Elm, Walnut, Plywood
20th Century British Cabinets
Yew
1910s Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1950s Belgian Industrial Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Upholstery
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Rosewood
1930s Vintage Cabinets
Satinwood
1930s English Vintage Cabinets
Gold, Brass
1920s French Industrial Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1950s Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
Late 20th Century French Louis XIV Cabinets
Oak
1940s French French Provincial Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Copper
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood
20th Century Unknown Cabinets
Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Laminate, Wood
Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Cabinets
Brass
1970s Chinese Chinese Export Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century Cabinets
Marble
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cabinets
Metal
1980s Danish Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Paint, Glass
1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany, Paint
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Mirror, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Burl
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bronze
Early 20th Century Cabinets
Mahogany, Satinwood
Mid-20th Century French Cabinets
Aluminum
Early 1900s English Sheraton Antique Cabinets
Brass
1950s Vintage Cabinets
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Opaline Glass, 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.