Retro Cube Shelves
1960s Swiss Retro Cube Shelves
Concrete
1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Plastic
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Plastic
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Wood
1970s Finnish Retro Cube Shelves
Chrome
1960s American Retro Cube Shelves
Late 20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Wood, Paint, Resin
Late 20th Century Chinese Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Elm, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century American Retro Cube Shelves
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Retro Cube Shelves
Grasscloth
Mid-20th Century Retro Cube Shelves
Plastic
1970s Finnish Retro Cube Shelves
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Plastic
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Plastic
1970s French Space Age Retro Cube Shelves
Plexiglass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Wood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Wood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Walnut
1970s American Retro Cube Shelves
Chrome, Brass
1950s Italian Retro Cube Shelves
Metal
1960s Swiss Industrial Retro Cube Shelves
Cement
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Stainless Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Chrome
1990s Chinese Rustic Retro Cube Shelves
Wood, Elm, Lacquer
1960s Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Teak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Chrome
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Retro Cube Shelves
Birdseye Maple, Walnut
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Retro Cube Shelves
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Retro Cube Shelves
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Retro Cube Shelves
Mahogany, Walnut
1970s Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Chrome
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Aluminum
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Aluminum
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Aluminum
1970s Italian Retro Cube Shelves
Brass
1970s French Retro Cube Shelves
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Paint
1960s American Retro Cube Shelves
Plastic, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Rosewood
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Stainless Steel, Chrome
1970s Retro Cube Shelves
Glass
1950s Danish Retro Cube Shelves
Rosewood
1960s English Retro Cube Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Retro Cube Shelves
Steel
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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.
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