Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Ceramic
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Wood, Ceramic
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Fabric, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Resin
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
2010s Italian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
2010s Mexican Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak, Wood, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Metal
2010s Brazilian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Steel
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Nickel
2010s Italian Classical Roman Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Brass, Stainless Steel
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Iron
2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Aluminum
1970s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
1970s American Modern Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Oak
2010s American Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Sheet Metal
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets
Antique and Vintage Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for Sale: Find Credenzas, Sideboards, Bookcases and Other Furnishings on 1stDibs
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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.