School Cupboard
Vintage 1910s Art Deco Cupboards
Pine
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Steel
2010s American American Craftsman Cupboards
Steel
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Corner Cupboards
Oak
1990s American Folk Art Cupboards
Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Ceramic, Oak
20th Century European Cupboards
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Sideboards
Macassar, Oak
Early 2000s American Shaker Cabinets
Steel
2010s Shaker Cabinets
Steel
2010s American Modern Cabinets
Steel
2010s French Modern Cabinets
Iron
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Cabinets
Pine
Early 20th Century Sideboards
Oak
20th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Sideboards
Oak
20th Century Belgian Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Pine, Wood
Antique Early 18th Century Belgian Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Brass
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Desks
Pine
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Buffets
Glass, Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Cabinets
Hardwood, Oak
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Scottish Arts and Crafts Fireplaces and Mantels
Stained Glass, Oak
Early 2000s American Shaker Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Steel
Vintage 1930s English Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Ebony, Walnut, Bog Wood
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sideboards
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Beech, Teak
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Oak
Antique 1780s English Cabinets
Lacquer
Antique 1870s English Arts and Crafts Dressers
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Stainless Steel
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grandfather Clocks and Longca...
Pine
Antique Early 1900s Scottish Arts and Crafts Bedroom Sets
Pewter
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Mirrors
Metal, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal, Nickel
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Buffets
Ormolu
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tables
Metal, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Metal, Stainless Steel, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tables
Crystal, Steel, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Steel, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Aluminum, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Conference Tables
Metal, Stainless Steel, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Lamps
Steel, Chrome, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Floor Mirrors and Full-Leng...
Metal, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tables
Nickel, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Steel, Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Steel, Nickel
Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Sideboards
Olive
Antique 16th Century Renaissance Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Dining Room Tables
Pine
Vintage 1950s French Industrial Cabinets
Other, Brass
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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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