Cabinets
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Pine
2010s Portuguese Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
2010s European Modern Cabinets
Metal
17th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood, Laminate
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Oak
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Cabinets
Iron
1890s French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Walnut
2010s Turkish Modern Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
2010s Turkish Modern Cabinets
Wood, Lacquer
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Carrara Marble
19th Century French Rustic Antique Cabinets
Pine
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Cabinets
Walnut, Spruce
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
1920s American Eastlake Vintage Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Travertine, Onyx, Marble, Brass
2010s American Minimalist Cabinets
Oak
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets
Oak, Wood, Walnut
1860s Antique Cabinets
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Cabinets
Metal
1880s French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Chestnut
Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Wood, Cedar
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Elm, Paper
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wrought Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Elm, Reclaimed Wood
1980s German Vintage Cabinets
Formica, Beech
Mid-18th Century German Antique Cabinets
Oak
Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Cabinets
Elm
Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Plastic
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany, Lacquer
2010s German Modern Cabinets
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Plastic
Late 20th Century American Chinese Chippendale Cabinets
Brass
1960s French Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cabinets
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Metal, Wire
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Aluminum
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-17th Century French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Oak
19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Cabinets
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Antique Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Maple, Walnut
2010s German Modern Cabinets
Steel
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Iron
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Crystal
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Wood, Hardwood, Maple, Walnut
19th Century French Country Antique Cabinets
Brass
18th Century Dutch Other Antique Cabinets
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal, Brass
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Wood
2010s American Minimalist Cabinets
Oak
2010s French Directoire Cabinets
Brass
Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Cabinets
Brass, Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Onyx, Carrara Marble, Statuary Marble, Marble, Brass
Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Cabinets
Walnut
Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Cabinets
Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century Gothic Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Georgian Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
1920s American Chinoiserie Vintage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Spanish 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.