Cabinets
Mid-19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Cabinets
Fruitwood, Mahogany
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Ash, Cherry
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Ash
1940s French Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Early 1900s French Antique Cabinets
Wood
Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Cabinets
Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Copper
1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Ceramic, Glass, Wood, Bubinga
21st Century and Contemporary French Cabinets
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Cabinets
Metal, Wire
1950s Belgian Industrial Vintage Cabinets
Metal
20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Hardwood
Mid-19th Century European Antique Cabinets
Wood, Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Wood
Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Cabinets
Lacquer
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Other
1890s Antique Cabinets
Other
1920s Dutch Modern Vintage Cabinets
Belgian Black Marble
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Mirror, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
19th Century English Chinese Chippendale Antique Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Elm
18th Century Swedish Antique Cabinets
Wood
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Bronze
1890s British Indian Ocean Territory Victorian Antique Cabinets
Teak
20th Century English Art Deco Cabinets
Leather, Elm
17th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Elm, Walnut
Mid-19th Century Irish Antique Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Cabinets
Brass
20th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Leather, Hardwood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary English Cabinets
Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Cabinets
Ormolu
20th Century French Cabinets
Bronze
Early 19th Century Belgian Régence Antique Cabinets
Oak
17th Century English William and Mary Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1830s English Regency Antique Cabinets
Rosewood
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Ormolu
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Steel
20th Century Cabinets
Limestone, Metal
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Brass
1890s Antique Cabinets
Wood
Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Marble, Carrara Marble
2010s Spanish Modern Cabinets
Marble
18th Century Italian Antique Cabinets
Glass, Wood
1920s British Edwardian Vintage Cabinets
Blown Glass
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Cabinets
Chrome
19th Century Antique Cabinets
Oak
20th Century French Industrial Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Cabinets
Steel
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Walnut
Late 19th Century English Rococo Antique Cabinets
Ormolu
19th Century English High Victorian Antique Cabinets
Leather, Oak
Vintage and Antique Cabinets for Sale on 1stDibs
Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.
The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.
Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.
The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.
A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.
One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.
Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.
Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.