High Leg Cabinet
Vintage 1960s Italian Louis XV Secretaires
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Vitrines
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Credenzas
Marble, Brass
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Hickory
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 1740s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 1870s English High Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Early 20th Century Dutch Sterling Silver
Silver
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Antique 1750s French Renaissance Cabinets
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Sideboards
Concrete
2010s Ukrainian Art Deco Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
Antique Early 1600s French Blanket Chests
Pine
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Lucite, Burl
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Wood, Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bakelite, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Lucite, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Birch, Birdseye Maple
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Antique Early 18th Century End Tables
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1950s Swedish Cabinets
Beech
20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1920s Scandinavian Vanities
Mirror, Birch
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Teak
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Buffets
Vintage 1960s Danish Sideboards
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s Secretaires
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Oak, Teak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Metal, Brass
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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.
- What are high cabinets?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022High cabinets, also known as wall cabinets or pantry cabinets, are storage units that can range from 84 inches to 96 inches high. The cabinets provide an area with functionality and high dramatic style to fit your décor needs. For the look, you can shop a collection of high cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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