Mini Bar Cabinet
Antique 1850s English George II Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Fruitwood
Vintage 1980s European Dry Bars
Wicker, Wood, Bamboo
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dry Bars
Lacquer, Beech
2010s Turkish Post-Modern Dry Bars
Glass
2010s Turkish Post-Modern Dry Bars
Glass
2010s Italian Beaux Arts Buffets
Bronze
Mid-20th Century English French Provincial Secretaires
Fruitwood
Vintage 1940s American Cabinets
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Hollywood Regency Dry Bars
Glass, Walnut, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Cabinets
Rosewood
Antique 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Boxes
Rosewood, Ebony
2010s American Other Dry Bars
Plywood
Vintage 1960s Spanish Games
Steel
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Rosewood
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Rosewood, Walnut
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Teak
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Chrome
Late 20th Century Dry Bars
Bamboo
Late 20th Century Spanish Dry Bars
Wicker, Wood
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Dry Bars
Nickel
Vintage 1970s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Rosewood
20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Walnut
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Teak
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Formica, Beech
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Mirror, Teak, Zebra Wood
Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Dressers
Mirror, Wood
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Lacquer, Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Walnut
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Walnut
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Steel, Nickel
Late 20th Century Spanish Dry Bars
Bamboo, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Walnut
Vintage 1960s American Bookcases
Kingwood, Maple
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Dry Bars
Brass
Vintage 1940s Swedish Dry Bars
Vintage 1950s American Industrial Cabinets
Steel
20th Century American More Furniture and Collectibles
Enamel, Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
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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.
- What is a bar cabinet called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A bar cabinet is called a cellaret or cellarette. It is a small structure that is often used to store bottles of wine or liquor. Traditionally, this cabinet was positioned under a side table, and when it was time to pour drinks, it was rolled out for use. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary bar cabinets from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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