Cabinets
2010s Italian Cabinets
Brass
Early 19th Century American American Empire Antique Cabinets
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cabinets
Marble, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Wood, Elm, Pine
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Birch
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Other
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Cabinets
Brass
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Leather, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Other
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Stainless Steel
1990s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets
Ebony, Fruitwood, Rosewood
Mid-19th Century American American Empire Antique Cabinets
Marble
Early 19th Century French Country Antique Cabinets
Glass, Oak, Paint
19th Century Swedish Romantic Antique Cabinets
Pine
1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Hardwood
2010s American Industrial Cabinets
Stainless Steel
Late 17th Century French Antique Cabinets
Marble
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Pine
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Cedar
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Brass
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
19th Century American American Craftsman Antique Cabinets
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Cabinets
Oak
Early 1900s English Chinese Chippendale Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
2010s Italian Futurist Cabinets
Wood
Early 18th Century Antique Cabinets
Oak
2010s French Modern Cabinets
Oak, Glass, Wood
19th Century Korean Other Antique Cabinets
Hardwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bronze
1970s French Louis XV Vintage Cabinets
Brass
20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Cabinets
Brass
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Plastic
Mid-19th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Brass
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century American Chinoiserie Cabinets
Brass
19th Century Swedish Antique Cabinets
Wood
2010s European Modern Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Onyx, Granite, Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Teak
1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary French Brutalist Cabinets
Oak
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Walnut
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Cabinets
Carrara Marble
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Cabinets
Ormolu
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Mid-18th Century German Baroque Antique Cabinets
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Marble, Chrome
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1820s British Regency Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Late 20th Century Chippendale Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Leather, Walnut
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century English Industrial Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Plastic
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Walnut, Burl
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 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.