Graduated Shelves
Antique Early 19th Century English Shelves
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century British Shelves
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Shelves
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Steel
Antique 1820s English Regency Shelves
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Regency Shelves
Pine
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Brass, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Unknown Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Shelves
Bamboo
Antique 19th Century English Shelves
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Shelves
Hardwood
Antique Mid-19th Century Shelves
Rosewood
Antique Late 19th Century Shelves
Rosewood
Antique Early 19th Century Irish Regency Bookcases
Brass
Antique Early 1800s Irish George III Bookcases
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Side Tables
Wood
Early 20th Century American Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Rosewood
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century English Chinoiserie Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
Antique 1790s English Georgian Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Romantic Garden Ornaments
Wire
Antique 1890s British Sheraton Cabinets
Satinwood
Antique Late 19th Century Neoclassical Shelves
Fruitwood
Vintage 1920s French Shelves
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Shelves
Brass
Antique Late 18th Century English Sheraton Shelves
Mahogany, Rosewood, Satinwood
Vintage 1930s British Shelves
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Shelves
Walnut
2010s American Shelves
Aluminum
Antique Early 19th Century Welsh Cupboards
Mother-of-Pearl, Oak
Antique 18th Century English Chinoiserie Cabinets
Wood
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Early 1800s Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Corner Cupboards
Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Corner Cupboards
Wood
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Wool
Antique Late 19th Century British Cabinets
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century Irish Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century French Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Ormolu
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Walnut
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Bookcases
Wood, Paint
Antique Early 1800s American Regency Linen Presses
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century American American Classical Serving Tables
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Secretaires
Mahogany
Antique 1760s English George III Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Metal
Antique Early 1800s English George III Tables
Mahogany
Antique 1780s English George II Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Gueridon
Marble, Brass
Antique 1850s French Neoclassical Cabinets
Chestnut, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Tables
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Serving Tables
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Upholstery, Bamboo
Antique 1820s Regency Tables
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut, Mirror
20th Century American Post-Modern Apothecary Cabinets
Wood
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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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