Memphis Style Cabinet
Late 20th Century Dutch Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Vitrines
Plywood, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dry Bars
Laminate, Mirror
Vintage 1970s Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century Dutch Post-Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1980s Austrian Post-Modern Cabinets
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Wood
Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Shelves
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Sideboards
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Dressers
Wood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Aluminum
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Dressers
Lacquer
Vintage 1980s European Post-Modern Dining Room Sets
Steel
Late 20th Century German Post-Modern Sideboards
Oak
Vintage 1980s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Wood, Walnut, Birdseye Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Wood, Walnut, Birdseye Maple
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Wood, Walnut, Birdseye Maple
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Credenzas
Laminate, Plywood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Shelves
Laminate, Plywood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Shelves
Laminate, Plywood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Laminate, Plywood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Laminate, Plywood
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century Credenzas
Granite
21st Century and Contemporary Cupboards
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dressers
Plywood, Mirror, Laminate
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
1990s Italian Modern Cabinets
Plastic, Wood
2010s Modern Cabinets
Shell, Terrazzo
20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Dry Bars
Mirror, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dry Bars
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Wood, Walnut, Birdseye Maple
2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Cabinets
Glass, Plastic, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s Polish Post-Modern Shelves
Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Sideboards
Wood, Walnut, Birdseye Maple
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Travertine, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Shelves
Wood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century Canadian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Rubber, Lacquer
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dry Bars
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Brass
2010s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Nickel
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The Memphis Group had an eclectic style created by combining the creativity of numerous artists and designers. Its furniture, textiles and decorative aspects blend elements of Pop Art and Art Deco design. Shop a range of Memphis Group furniture at 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because of their clean style which looks great in every room and goes with most designs, Shaker cabinets are considered a classic style and one that doesn't go out of style. Find a collection of Shaker style furniture on 1stDibs.
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