Cabinets
20th Century German Edwardian Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Ebony, Fruitwood
1920s German Renaissance Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Plastic
1920s Japanese Edo Vintage Cabinets
Iron
1980s Chinese Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1980s Victorian Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass, Iron
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Cabinets
Brass
1980s American Georgian Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1990s Unknown Brutalist Cabinets
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Oak
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Pine
1930s American Gothic Revival Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets
Metal
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Leather, Oak
Mid-20th Century North American Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
1910s Norwegian Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Georgian Cabinets
Brass
1960s Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Rosewood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1920s Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Marble, Bronze
1920s Queen Anne Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
1980s American Federal Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Cabinets
Plastic
20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Aluminum
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Cabinets
Brass
20th Century French Cabinets
Metal
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1930s Javanese Dutch Colonial Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Burl
Early 1900s Antique Cabinets
Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Cabinets
Metal, Aluminum
1940s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Paint
1950s English Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Late 20th Century North American Rustic Cabinets
Wood
1960s Danish Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1980s American Biedermeier Vintage Cabinets
Satinwood, Glass
1930s French Louis XV Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Glass, Oak, Satinwood
Early 1900s Antique Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Birch
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Early 1900s Country Antique Cabinets
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.