Cabinets
1920s Vintage Cabinets
Lacquer
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1920s British Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Wood, Cedar
1970s Italian Vintage Cabinets
Metal, Brass, Enamel
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Brass
1910s Scottish Art Nouveau Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Other
21st Century and Contemporary French Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century Philippine Cabinets
Rattan
17th Century Antique Cabinets
Ebony, Mahogany, Pearwood, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Iron
1830s English William IV Antique Cabinets
Glass, Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
18th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Cabinets
Wood
19th Century English Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
20th Century French French Provincial Cabinets
Brass
20th Century Art Deco Cabinets
Mahogany
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
20th Century British Cabinets
Hardwood
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1890s French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1870s French Antique Cabinets
Ormolu
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cabinets
Steel
Late 19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Cabinets
Amboyna
Early 20th Century Chinese Cabinets
Brass
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Cabinets
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Cabinets
Steel
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Teak
Early 1900s Scottish Antique Cabinets
Oak
1950s American Vintage Cabinets
Leather, Walnut
1850s Victorian Antique Cabinets
Metal, Gold Leaf
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Crystal, Steel
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Chrome
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Copper
1870s Italian Rustic Antique Cabinets
Poplar
1960s Italian Space Age Vintage Cabinets
Plastic
1920s English Country Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1880s French Antique Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
1920s Swedish Chippendale Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Yew
20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Yew
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Wood, Paint
Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Cabinets
Marble, Bronze, Brass
1880s Scottish Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Ceramic, Wood
Late 19th Century European Country Antique Cabinets
Pine
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
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.