Cabinets
1830s English William IV Antique Cabinets
Glass, Rosewood
1950s Italian Other Vintage Cabinets
Metal
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cabinets
Wood, Cedar, Straw, Paper
Mid-18th Century Dutch Antique Cabinets
Wood
18th Century French Antique Cabinets
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Cabinets
Glass, Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Cabinets
Glass, Ash
1940s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Pine
2010s Swedish Modern Cabinets
Other
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Cabinets
Hardwood, Lacquer
1980s Italian American Classical Vintage Cabinets
Plywood
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cabinets
Glass, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
1940s Afghan Tribal Vintage Cabinets
Wool
1960s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Vintage Cabinets
Iron
1970s Empire Vintage Cabinets
Cherry
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Brass
1890s Danish Other Antique Cabinets
Wood
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets
Fabric, Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Oak
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
1740s English Georgian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Teak
2010s Mexican Organic Modern Cabinets
Other
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Metal, Chrome
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Cabinets
Wood
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Cabinets
Mahogany
1930s American Vintage Cabinets
Rattan
20th Century Art Deco Cabinets
Wood
19th Century Renaissance Revival Antique Cabinets
Oak
1830s Italian Neoclassical Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Cabinets
Other
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Satinwood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Copper
1980s Hollywood Regency Vintage Cabinets
Mirror, Acrylic
19th Century Victorian Antique Cabinets
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century French Antique Cabinets
Rosewood
Late 19th Century British Antique Cabinets
Stone
18th Century French Antique Cabinets
Walnut
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Cabinets
Walnut
1930s French Louis XVI Vintage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Ecuadorean Art Deco Cabinets
Bronze, Stainless Steel
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass, Metal
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Cabinets
Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Cabinets
Glass, Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Cabinets
Glass, Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Organic Modern Cabinets
Glass, Ash
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cabinets
Teak
Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Cabinets
Wood
1990s American Regency Cabinets
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Danish Victorian Antique Cabinets
Glass, Mahogany
1690s Spanish Antique Cabinets
Walnut
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.