Cabinets
1770s German Baroque Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Kingwood, Rosewood
1780s French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Wood, Cherry
1770s English George III Antique Cabinets
Brass, Iron
Late 18th Century French Country Antique Cabinets
Iron
Late 18th Century American Primitive Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bamboo, Birdseye Maple
1780s English George III Antique Cabinets
Leather, Lacquer
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Cabinets
Mahogany, Satinwood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Ebony, Maple
Late 18th Century English Regency Antique Cabinets
Rosewood
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Cabinets
Oak
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Fruitwood, Maple
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Late 18th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Antique Cabinets
Cedar
1770s French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Wood
Late 18th Century French Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Paint
1790s English Regency Antique Cabinets
Glass, Satinwood, Yew
1790s Swedish Antique Cabinets
Pine
Late 18th Century Danish Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
1770s French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Oak, Cherry, Elm
Late 18th Century European Antique Cabinets
Satinwood
1780s French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Brass
1770s English George III Antique Cabinets
Brass
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Cabinets
Oak
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Lacquer, Maple, Satinwood, Tulipwood
Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Antique Cabinets
Brass
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Satin, Ebony, Fruitwood, Satinwood, Tulipwood
Late 18th Century Dutch Neoclassical Antique Cabinets
Brass
1980s American Bauhaus Vintage Cabinets
Lead
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Bronze, Enamel
Late 18th Century English Regency Antique Cabinets
Wood
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Rattan
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
Late 18th Century Dutch Antique Cabinets
Wood
Late 18th Century French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Wood
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Cabinets
Metal, Wrought Iron
Late 18th Century Austrian Baroque Antique Cabinets
Brass
Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Cabinets
Pine
1980s German Post-Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Burl
Late 18th Century Antique Cabinets
Bronze, Steel
Late 18th Century Antique Cabinets
Wood
Late 18th Century Rustic Antique Cabinets
Glass, Pine
Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Cabinets
Pine
Late 18th Century Afghan Rustic Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1980s Philippine Neoclassical Vintage Cabinets
Stone, Brass
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.