Cabinets
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Moldovan Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Enamel
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Pine
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Silver Leaf
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Beech
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Pine
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mahogany, Oak
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Lacquer
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bronze, Pewter
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Laminate, Mahogany
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
18th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Cabinets
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass, Gold Leaf
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Chrome
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Laminate, Walnut
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bamboo
1970s Colombian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bone
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Hardwood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Resin
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Edwardian Cabinets
Oak
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wood, Rosewood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Aluminum
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Silver Leaf
Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Wood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Wicker, Rosewood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
Mid-19th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Antique Cabinets
Wrought Iron
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.