Plate Display Shelves
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Country Shelves
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Metal, Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s British Hollywood Regency Shelves
Metal, Gold Plate
Antique 19th Century Italian Napoleon III Shelves
Giltwood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Mirror, Burl, Glass
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Dressers
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Cabinets
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Shelves
Antique Mid-19th Century French Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Antique 19th Century Victorian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
Antique 1890s German Black Forest Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Hardwood
Antique 1890s English Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Mahogany, Oak, Pine
Antique 19th Century British Jacobean Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Pine
Late 20th Century Country Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Pine
20th Century British Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
20th Century British Arts and Crafts Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
Late 20th Century Rustic Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Leather, Maple
Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Brass
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Sideboards
Vintage 1920s French Country Shelves
Brass
Antique 19th Century Hungarian Shelves
Pine
Late 20th Century American Campaign Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Metal
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Cabinets
Other
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Vitrines
Walnut, Glass
Vintage 1950s French Buffets
Fruitwood, Burl
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Sideboards
Oak
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Shelves
Brass, Metal
Late 20th Century Chippendale Shelves
Cherry
Vintage 1930s Bauhaus Shelves
Steel
20th Century English Country Sideboards
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century English Country Cupboards
Brass
Antique 19th Century Rustic Cupboards
Pine
Vintage 1980s Central Asian Hollywood Regency Mounted Objects
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Chrome
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Shelves
Steel
Antique 19th Century American Shelves
Maple
Antique 19th Century Welsh Dressers
Oak
Vintage 1940s American Secretaires
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Corner Cupboards
Brass
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Georgian Dressers
Pine
Mid-20th Century Shelves
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.
- What is a plate rack?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A plate rack is a piece of storage furniture with vertical or horizontal rods designed to hold dishes. Most mount on the wall, but you can also find freestanding racks. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique and vintage plate racks.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How you display Fornasetti plates is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer to rest them flat on a low table or shelf, while others position them upright on plate stands. You can also thread string or twine through the two holes found on the back of every piece and display it as wall art. Find a collection of Fornasetti plates on 1stDibs.
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