French Antique Buffet
Late 19th Century French Antique Buffet
Wood
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV French Antique Buffet
19th Century French Country French Antique Buffet
Walnut
Late 18th Century French Antique Buffet
Oak
Late 18th Century French Country French Antique Buffet
Brass
1890s French French Provincial French Antique Buffet
Steel
1770s French French Provincial French Antique Buffet
Steel
1780s French Neoclassical Revival French Antique Buffet
Steel
1780s French Rustic French Antique Buffet
Fabric, Wood, Fruitwood
1860s French Country French Antique Buffet
Brass
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI French Antique Buffet
Marble, Bronze
Late 18th Century French Country French Antique Buffet
Steel
Late 18th Century French Rustic French Antique Buffet
Steel
19th Century French Country French Antique Buffet
Brass
18th Century French French Antique Buffet
Oak
1890s French Louis XV French Antique Buffet
Steel
Early 19th Century French Country French Antique Buffet
Brass
Early 1900s French Louis XVI French Antique Buffet
Marble, Brass
1920s French Louis XVI French Antique Buffet
Carrara Marble, Brass
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI French Antique Buffet
Walnut
19th Century French French Antique Buffet
Elm, Burl
1790s French French Provincial French Antique Buffet
Oak
18th Century French Louis XV French Antique Buffet
Oak
1910s French Louis XVI French Antique Buffet
Carrara Marble, Brass
19th Century French French Antique Buffet
Fruitwood
1850s French Antique Buffet
Oak
Mid-18th Century French French Provincial French Antique Buffet
Fruitwood
Mid-19th Century French French Antique Buffet
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco French Antique Buffet
Oak
Late 18th Century French Louis XIV French Antique Buffet
Brass
18th Century French Louis XIV French Antique Buffet
Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis XV French Antique Buffet
Brass
16th Century French Renaissance French Antique Buffet
Wood
Late 18th Century French Rustic French Antique Buffet
Brass
18th Century French French Provincial French Antique Buffet
Marble, Iron
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival French Antique Buffet
Oak
Early 19th Century French Louis XV French Antique Buffet
Wood
Late 18th Century French Country French Antique Buffet
Walnut
Early 20th Century French French Antique Buffet
Marble
Late 19th Century French Country French Antique Buffet
Brass
18th Century French Country French Antique Buffet
Chestnut
Early 19th Century French Country French Antique Buffet
Cut Steel
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI French Antique Buffet
Fruitwood, Walnut, Burl
19th Century French Louis Philippe French Antique Buffet
Cherry
18th Century French French Antique Buffet
Pine
Late 18th Century French Louis XV French Antique Buffet
Walnut
18th Century French French Antique Buffet
Brass
18th Century French French Antique Buffet
Wood, Walnut, Paint
19th Century French French Antique Buffet
Blown Glass, Oak
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial French Antique Buffet
Oak
1850s French Louis XIII French Antique Buffet
Steel
1850s French Louis XV French Antique Buffet
Steel
Early 1900s French French Provincial French Antique Buffet
Marble, Chrome
Early 19th Century French Louis XV French Antique Buffet
Pine
19th Century French French Antique Buffet
Metal
Late 19th Century French Louis XV French Antique Buffet
Oak
Early 1900s French French Provincial French Antique Buffet
Brass
1880s French Directoire French Antique Buffet
Marble, Brass
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque French Antique Buffet
Wood
19th Century French French Provincial French Antique Buffet
Oak
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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.
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