Glass Large Display Cases
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Velvet, Glass, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Regency Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Vitrines
Ormolu
Antique Early 1900s French Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Glass, Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vitrines
Brass, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vitrines
Metal, Steel, Stainless Steel, Cut Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vitrines
Metal, Copper
Early 2000s American Modern Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Vitrines
Metal, Steel, Cut Steel, Stainless Steel
Antique 1890s British Victorian Cabinets
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Neoclassical Cabinets
Granite, Bronze
Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Romanian Country Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Paint
Antique Early 19th Century French Country Cabinets
Glass, Oak, Paint
Early 20th Century Edwardian Cabinets
Glass
Antique 1870s French Louis XV Cabinets
Ormolu
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
20th Century English Chippendale Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Glass, Rosewood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Country Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Vitrines
Ormolu
Early 20th Century Danish Gustavian Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cupboards
Oak, Glass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Marble, Bronze
20th Century European Art Deco Bookcases
Chrome
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Oak, Paint
Antique 15th Century and Earlier English Natural Specimens
Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal, Pyrite
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Cork
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
20th Century American Other Models and Miniatures
Glass, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Glass
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century English Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Modern Vitrines
Glass, Mahogany, Oak
20th Century American Cabinets
Glass, Wood
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Abstract Sculptures
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Vitrines
Glass, Oak, Wool
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Bronze
20th Century English Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century French Cabinets
Metal
Antique 18th Century Italian Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Apothecary Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century Unknown Empire Cabinets
Wood, Cherry
Antique Early 1900s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1930s Belgian Rustic Vitrines
Glass, Pine
21st Century and Contemporary British Bookcases
Glass, Pine
Vintage 1950s French Cabinets
Wood, Glass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian French Provincial Bookcases
Paint, Pine, Glass
20th Century French Louis XVI Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1970s American Shelves
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A glass display case is also called a showcase, vitrine, or display cabinet. It usually has one or more panels of transparent glass that allows for proper display of your treasured collectibles. Find a collection of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs today.
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