Distressed Chinese Cabinet
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Credenzas
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Cabinets
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Paint
Vintage 1940s Italian Rococo Revival Vitrines
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Brass
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests
Iron
Mid-20th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sideboards
Brass
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests
Brass
Mid-20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Antique 19th Century Chinese Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century American Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Chinese Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Cabinets
Wood
20th Century Chinese Country Buffets
Elm
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
Late 20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Cabinets
Rattan, Hardwood, Plywood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Blanket Chests
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Mid-20th Century Chinese Export Shelves
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century Northern Irish Rustic Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
Early 20th Century Chinese Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Furniture
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Country Cupboards
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Night Stands
Wood
Antique 19th Century Chinese Wardrobes and Armoires
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Bookcases
Elm
20th Century Cabinets
Wood, Glass
Late 20th Century Mexican Chippendale Cabinets
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.
- Can I paint my Chinese cabinet?1 Answer
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020Yes, you can paint your Chinese cabinet, though unless it is in poor condition, doing so is usually frowned upon. You will have to sand down the surface beforehand, as most Chinese cabinets have a lacquer finish.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
A Chinese wedding cabinet is a general term to refer to any number of large armoire type cabinets with two large doors and fitted with shelves and usually a false bottom. True wedding cabinets will have auspicious paintings, such as butterflies or flowers, or even boys, covering the doors and frame.
- Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020
Generally speaking, antique Chinese cabinets are very well made, using solid wood with joined construction. Vintage and modern Chinese cabinets will generally not be of the same high quality as antique pieces.
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