Bookcase Black Glass
1990s Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Bookcases
Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Bookcases
Copper, Silver Leaf
2010s American Chinoiserie Bookcases
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Bookcases
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century British Edwardian Bookcases
Softwood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookcases
Opaline Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Bookcases
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
20th Century European Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Swedish Gustavian Bookcases
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Bookcases
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Danish Gustavian Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century American Bookcases
Late 20th Century Belgian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Glass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Steel
Late 20th Century Industrial Bookcases
Steel
2010s Portuguese Bookcases
Metal, Copper, Silver Leaf
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1980s Chinoiserie Bookcases
Glass
Antique 1870s French Renaissance Revival Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique 19th Century Austrian Black Forest Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Antique 1880s Swiss Black Forest Bookcases
Marble
1990s Bookcases
Glass
Mid-20th Century French Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Glass
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Marble
Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Bookcases
Glass
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Chrome
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Post-Modern Bookcases
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century European Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
2010s Italian Minimalist Bookcases
Glass
Late 20th Century Bookcases
Chrome
Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Bookcases
Smoked Glass, Resin
Vintage 1970s Italian Minimalist Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Other
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Resin
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Antique 1790s English George III Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Empire Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers
Bamboo
Antique 19th Century English Chinoiserie Secretaires
Glass, Wood
20th Century American Chippendale Secretaires
Brass
Vintage 1970s French Shelves
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Directoire Cabinets
Brass, Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass
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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.
- What is black glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Black glass is a color of glass achieved by adding manganese to the glass batch. Although named black glass, when held to light, black glass is more of a reddish-purple.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A bookcase with glass doors is also called a barrister bookcase. Designed in a cabinet style, these bookcases’ glass doors protect books and collectibles from gathering dust and allow guests to peruse your treasured volumes. The name “barrister” owes to the legal profession — barristers are experts in case law in England and traditionally required numerous law books for reference purposes to travel from chamber to chamber, and the sturdy and portable cabinets that were used to do so earned this nickname. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary bookcases from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to tell if your glass is black amethyst is to hold it up to the light. Black amethyst will appear black until light hits it, and then it will appear as dark purple. You’ll find a large collection of amethysts from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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