French Shelves Antique
19th Century French Shelves Antique
Wood
Early 20th Century French Rustic French Shelves Antique
Metal
Late 19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Oak
Early 19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Chestnut
Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe French Shelves Antique
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Empire French Shelves Antique
Wood
1920s French Art Nouveau French Shelves Antique
Oak
19th Century French Louis Philippe French Shelves Antique
Hardwood
1920s French Shelves Antique
Early 19th Century French Empire French Shelves Antique
Iron
19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Iron
1920s French Art Deco French Shelves Antique
Walnut
19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Marble
19th Century French Louis Philippe French Shelves Antique
Glass, Mirror, Rosewood
Early 20th Century French Arts and Crafts French Shelves Antique
Walnut
19th Century North American Rustic French Shelves Antique
Reclaimed Wood
Early 20th Century French French Shelves Antique
Beech
19th Century French Empire French Shelves Antique
Wood
1860s Italian Napoleon III French Shelves Antique
Ebony, Walnut
1890s French Napoleon III French Shelves Antique
Brass
Early 1800s French Louis XVI French Shelves Antique
Walnut
1880s Swiss Black Forest French Shelves Antique
Wood
Late 19th Century French French Provincial French Shelves Antique
Wood
19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Pine
19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe French Shelves Antique
Brass
Early 19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Victorian French Shelves Antique
Oak
19th Century French French Provincial French Shelves Antique
Wood
1890s French French Shelves Antique
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial French Shelves Antique
Steel
Early 20th Century French Louis XV French Shelves Antique
Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe French Shelves Antique
Walnut
Late 18th Century French Louis XV French Shelves Antique
Brass
1880s French French Provincial French Shelves Antique
Wood, Mahogany
Early 1900s French Country French Shelves Antique
Ceramic, Oak
Early 1900s French Country French Shelves Antique
Porcelain, Wood
19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Wood, Walnut
19th Century French Other French Shelves Antique
Fruitwood
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau French Shelves Antique
Wood
19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Fruitwood
Mid-19th Century French Empire French Shelves Antique
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Provincial French Shelves Antique
Mahogany
1880s French Renaissance Revival French Shelves Antique
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XV French Shelves Antique
Velvet, Walnut
19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Metal
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV French Shelves Antique
Oak
Early 20th Century French Louis XV French Shelves Antique
Glass, Walnut
19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Oak
Late 18th Century French Louis XV French Shelves Antique
Glass, Walnut
1760s French French Shelves Antique
Wood, Walnut
Early 19th Century French Directoire French Shelves Antique
Glass, Walnut
19th Century French French Provincial French Shelves Antique
Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival French Shelves Antique
Oak
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau French Shelves Antique
Wood
Late 19th Century French French Shelves Antique
Steel
Mid-19th Century French Louis XV French Shelves Antique
Bronze
Early 20th Century French Industrial French Shelves Antique
Iron
19th Century French French Provincial French Shelves Antique
Iron
19th Century French Napoleon III French Shelves Antique
Walnut
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
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