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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Iron
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Brass, Zinc
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Bookcases
Cypress, Fabric
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Beech, Teak
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Garniture
Art Glass
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Desks
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Hardwood
Vintage 1950s Adam Style Shelves
Yew
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Wood
Antique 1890s English British Colonial Shelves
Sycamore
Antique Early 1900s British Georgian Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Shelves
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Glass, Burl
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century British Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
20th Century English Sheraton Bookcases
Elm, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Bookcases
Iron
Early 20th Century French Bookcases
Wood
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
2010s French Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s French Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s French Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Bookcases
Jacaranda
Antique 19th Century English Regency Cabinets
Brass, Bronze, Ormolu
Vintage 1940s American Rustic Cabinets
Glass, Wood
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Teak
Late 20th Century Italian Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sideboards
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Sideboards
Aluminum
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Glass
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Stainless Steel
2010s German Modern Sideboards
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Mission Side Tables
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Regency Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Rosewood
Early 20th Century French Renaissance Shelves
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Bookcases
Marble, Bronze, Gold
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Wood, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Shelves
Wood
2010s American Organic Modern Shelves
Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs
Fabric, Wood
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
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