Limed Oak Cabinets
Antique 1890s French Country Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1930s Belgian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Stainless Steel
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Modern Desks
Oak
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Cane, Oak
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Bookcases
Oak
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Glass, Wood, Oak
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cabinets
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Marble, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and C...
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and C...
Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and C...
Nickel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Metal
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Oak
2010s Irish Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Vintage 1930s Chinoiserie Blanket Chests
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and C...
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Cupboards
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Mahogany, Oak
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak
2010s English Georgian Cupboards
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Sideboards
Bronze
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Metal
Antique 1890s French Night Stands
Oak
Early 20th Century Austrian Furniture
Oak
Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Carts and Bar Carts
Brass
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Oak, Ceramic
Vintage 1920s British Dressers
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Modern Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Sideboards
Brass
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Cabinets
Mirror, Oak, Plywood
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1930s French Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1940s French Sideboards
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1920s British Cupboards
Oak
Vintage 1930s British Secretaires
Oak
Vintage 1930s British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Oak
Vintage 1910s English Arts and Crafts Dressers
Oak
20th Century British Louis XVI Sideboards
Marble
20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
20th Century French Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1920s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Late 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Vintage 1930s German Modern Desks
Oak
Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Bookcases
Oak
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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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Considering the fact that oak kitchen cabinets were most popular during the 1980s and 90s, they may feel slightly outdated today. However, depending on how the rest of the kitchen is designed, oak cabinets can certainly appear more contemporary.
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