Vintage Library Cabinet
20th Century Italian Vintage Library Cabinet
Walnut
1950s Belgian Empire Revival Vintage Library Cabinet
Glass, Wood
1960s Vintage Library Cabinet
Teak
20th Century Art Nouveau Vintage Library Cabinet
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Library Cabinet
Wood
Mid-20th Century European Vintage Library Cabinet
Elm
1990s Philippine Edwardian Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
1960s American French Provincial Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
1960s Danish Vintage Library Cabinet
Wood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Walnut
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Vintage Library Cabinet
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
1930s Vintage Library Cabinet
Walnut
20th Century Chinese Vintage Library Cabinet
Ceramic
1950s Italian Vintage Library Cabinet
Aluminum
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Aluminum
20th Century British Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
20th Century English Victorian Vintage Library Cabinet
Glass, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
20th Century British Vintage Library Cabinet
Yew
Late 20th Century George II Vintage Library Cabinet
Glass, Mahogany
1930s Polish Art Deco Vintage Library Cabinet
Walnut
1930s French Vintage Library Cabinet
Mahogany
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Bamboo, Cane, Wood
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Elm
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Nickel
Mid-20th Century French Vintage Library Cabinet
Steel
1930s Polish Art Deco Vintage Library Cabinet
Walnut
1970s Italian Vintage Library Cabinet
Plastic
1930s British Georgian Vintage Library Cabinet
Leather, Wood
1990s Japonisme Vintage Library Cabinet
Wood
20th Century American Regency Vintage Library Cabinet
Bronze
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Glass, Walnut
20th Century American Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Pine
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Pine
1970s Italian Vintage Library Cabinet
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Rosewood
Late 20th Century British Vintage Library Cabinet
Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Metal
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
20th Century Louis XIV Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
1980s Italian Vintage Library Cabinet
Laminate
1980s Regency Vintage Library Cabinet
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Oak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Chrome
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Wood, Teak
20th Century Vintage Library Cabinet
Boxwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Pine
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Library Cabinet
Wood
20th Century American Neoclassical Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
20th Century English Art Deco Vintage Library Cabinet
Hardwood
20th Century Louis XIV Vintage Library Cabinet
Wood, Beech
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
1980s Regency Vintage Library Cabinet
Mahogany
20th Century British Regency Vintage Library Cabinet
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Library Cabinet
Iron
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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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