Usm Units
2010s Swiss Credenzas
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Stainless Steel
2010s Swiss Desks and Writing Tables
Steel, Chrome
2010s Swiss Desks and Writing Tables
Steel, Chrome
2010s Swiss Desks and Writing Tables
Steel, Chrome
2010s Swiss Desks and Writing Tables
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vanities
Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1980s Swiss Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and ...
Metal
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1990s French Modern Sofas
Velvet
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Wall Mirrors
Glass
Vintage 1940s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and ...
Metal, Aluminum
2010s American Modern Stools
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Side Tables
Marble, Travertine
Mid-20th Century German Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces
Porcelain, Glass, Opaline Glass
2010s Table Lamps
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Textile
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames
Fiberglass
Early 2000s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
1990s French Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Leather, Foam
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas
Leather, Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
1990s Swiss Modern Sideboards
Metal
1990s Swiss Modern Sideboards
Metal, Stainless Steel
1990s Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal, Chrome, Enamel
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Marble, Metal, Chrome
Vintage 1970s German Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cabinets
Metal
Early 2000s Swiss Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Steel
Vintage 1970s Swiss Shelves
Early 2000s Swiss Post-Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Steel
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Glass
Vintage 1960s Swiss Cabinets
Late 20th Century Swiss Cabinets
2010s Swiss Shelves
Chrome
2010s Swiss Bookcases
Chrome
2010s Swiss Buffets
Steel, Chrome
2010s Swiss Shelves
Steel
2010s European Credenzas
Metal, Chrome
2010s Swiss Tables
Steel, Chrome
2010s European Shelves
Metal, Chrome
2010s Swiss Cabinets
Steel, Chrome
2010s Swiss Dressers
Steel
Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Steel, Chrome
2010s Swiss Credenzas
Steel, Chrome
2010s Swiss Night Stands
Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Steel
2010s Swiss Credenzas
Metal, Chrome
2010s European Shelves
Metal, Chrome
2010s Swiss Shelves
Steel, Chrome
2010s Swiss Shelves
Steel, Chrome
Early 2000s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1960s American Modern Credenzas
Steel, Chrome
2010s Sideboards
Metal
Vintage 1970s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Sideboards
Metal
Vintage 1950s Swiss Desks and Writing Tables
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass, Steel, Chrome
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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.