Arched Shelves
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
Late 20th Century American Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Shelves
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Shelves
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Shelves
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Shelves
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Shelves
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Shelves
Oak
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wrought Iron
Antique 1790s Italian Neoclassical Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Gesso, Glass, Giltwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Late 20th Century Philippine Shelves
Rattan, Glass
2010s Dutch Shelves
Stainless Steel
2010s English Post-Modern Shelves
Brass, Gold Leaf
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wicker, Rattan, Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Shelves
Bamboo, Organic Material
Mid-20th Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Bookcases
Metal, Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Vintage 1980s Indonesian Bookcases
Bamboo
Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Bookcases
Rattan, Glass, Cane
Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Bookcases
Rattan, Glass
Vintage 1920s Italian Bauhaus Credenzas
Wood
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
Antique 19th Century French Rococo Models and Miniatures
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Vitrines
Walnut
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Chippendale Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Napoleon III Cabinets
Wood
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Side Tables
Oak
Late 20th Century Italian Bookcases
Rattan
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Empire Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century French Other Bookcases
Wood, Paint
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Agate, Marble, Ormolu
Antique Late 19th Century French Coat Racks and Stands
Brass, Zinc
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Bookcases
Fruitwood, Walnut, Wood
Antique 1720s English George I Secretaires
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
Early 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Boxwood, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Philippine Cabinets
Rattan
1990s English Country Bookcases
Pine
Antique 1890s English Dressers
Brass
1990s English Country Bookcases
Wood, Pine
Antique 1790s English Corner Cupboards
Pine, Paint
Antique 1790s English Sheraton Bookcases
Glass, Satinwood
Mid-20th Century Belgian Cupboards
Oak
Antique 18th Century Welsh Georgian Cabinets
Brass, Wrought Iron
Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Cabinets
Ormolu
Antique 1830s British William IV Cabinets
Oak
Antique 1880s English Cabinets
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
Antique Mid-19th Century English Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Vitrines
Brass
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Desks
Bronze
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Cupboards
Rosewood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Bookcases
Mahogany
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Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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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