Bernhard Pedersen & Son On Sale
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Chairs
Leather, Rosewood
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Teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Mahogany, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Glass, Teak
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
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Rosewood
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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.