Cabinets
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak, Walnut
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak, Walnut
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Wenge
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Rosewood
2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Late 20th Century North American American Classical Cabinets
Glass
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Copper
2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Walnut, Mirror, Lacquer
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Iron
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Elm, Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Cabinets
Wood
1950s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
Early 19th Century German Neoclassical Antique Cabinets
Metal
1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Birch, Oak
Early 20th Century American Classical Cabinets
Oak
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak, Burl
2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Birch, Oak
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Iron
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Brass
1980s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Birch, Pine
1970s American Neoclassical Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Cherry, Giltwood
2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Iron
1890s French Neoclassical Antique Cabinets
Carrara Marble, Brass
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Cabinets
Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Antique Cabinets
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
18th Century Austrian Neoclassical Antique Cabinets
Brass
2010s French Neoclassical Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Elm
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Pine
2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak, Lacquer
1890s Swiss Neoclassical Antique Cabinets
Ormolu
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bronze
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1970s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century American Classical Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood, Paint
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Glass, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
1960s American Neoclassical Vintage Cabinets
Granite, Bronze
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
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.