Cabinets
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Cedar
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Birch, Teak
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Walnut, Glass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Ceramic, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Cabinets
Elm, Reclaimed Wood
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Cabinets
Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
2010s British Minimalist Cabinets
Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Metal, Brass, Bronze, C...
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Brass
1910s American American Craftsman Vintage Cabinets
Brass
Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Cabinets
Reclaimed Wood
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Cabinets
Glass, Mirror, Oak
1930s British Queen Anne Vintage Cabinets
Walnut, Lacquer
1930s British Arts and Crafts Vintage Cabinets
Glass, Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Formica, Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Birch, Elm, Mahogany, Oak
Early 20th Century Industrial Cabinets
Steel
Early 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Laminate, Rosewood, Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Teak
Early 20th Century Mission Cabinets
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Cabinets
Ash
Early 18th Century Baroque Antique Cabinets
Iron
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Elm
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Cabinets
Brass
1970s American Georgian Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1790s Italian Louis XVI Antique Cabinets
Fir
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Bamboo, Rattan
1920s American Eastlake Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Wood, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Cabinets
Wood
2010s French Directoire Cabinets
Glass, Wood, Cherry, Oak, Lacquer
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Cabinets
Chestnut
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets
Cedar
Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Cabinets
Wood
19th Century British Regency Antique Cabinets
Brass
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Rosewood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
1960s French Space Age Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Cabinets
Wire
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Cabinets
Oak, Glass
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Cabinets
Stone, Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Glass, Formica, Wood, Teak
Late 19th Century Spanish Brutalist Antique Cabinets
Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Cabinets
Metal
Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Cabinets
Cedar
Vintage and Antique Cabinets for Sale on 1stDibs
Although traditionally used in the bedroom to store garments that would not be hung in a closet, an antique or vintage cabinet can easily find a purpose in rooms throughout your entire house.
The world's first storage cabinets, reportedly constructed in Renaissance-era Europe, were demonstrative of excellence in carpentry and the work of master carvers. These robust bureaus or sophisticated chests of drawers were typically built from common woods, such as oak or walnut. Although they were fairly uniform in structure and lacked the bright colors of modern-day furniture, case pieces and storage cabinets that date from the 18th century and earlier were often found in the homes of nobility.
Their intricate carvings and various embellishments — adornments made from ivory, ornate lacquer work and, later, glass shelvings — reflect the elegance with which these decorative furnishings were associated. Given its valuable purpose and the beauty of the early furnishings' designs, the storage cabinet is an investment that will never go out of style.
The practical design that defines the earliest storage cabinets has inspired the creation of household must-haves, like minimalist drink trolleys and marble wood bookcases. From hiding outdoor gear in the mudroom to decluttering your kitchen with a tall kitchen pantry cabinet, these versatile furnishings have now become available in enough sizes, styles and colors to accommodate any space. After all, these aren't your run-of-the-mill filing cabinets.
A sophisticated storage cabinet — wood storage cabinets with doors and shelves, for example — can serve as a room divider when necessary, while the right vintage wall unit or floor-to-ceiling cabinetry solutions can seamlessly become part of any space without disrupting the energy of the room. And although you may hide items away in its drawers, bookworms might prefer a storage cabinet with open shelving for displaying favorite books or other media.
One-of-a-kind solutions for the modern consumer abound, but enthusiasts of understated, classical beauty may turn to Baroque-style storage cabinets. Elsewhere, admirers of mid-century modernism looking to make a statement with their case pieces will warm to the dark woods and clean lines of vintage storage cabinets by Paul McCobb, Florence Knoll or Edward Wormley.
Sometimes the best renovation is a reorganization. If you're ready to organize and elevate your space, a luxury storage cabinet is the addition you need.
Find a variety of vintage and antique storage cabinets on 1stDibs, including unique Art Deco storage cabinets, chinoiserie cabinets and more.