Arched Bookcase
Vintage 1920s Italian Bookcases
Fir
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1970s Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan
Late 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Mahogany, Oak
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Bookcases
Glass, Pine
1990s Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan
Antique Early 19th Century English Gothic Revival Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1970s Modern Bookcases
Wood, Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases
Wood
Antique 1860s English Bookcases
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Bookcases
Oak
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Wood
20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1980s Indonesian Bookcases
Bamboo
20th Century Philippine Bohemian Bookcases
Bamboo
Vintage 1980s Indonesian Bookcases
Bamboo
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Antique 1880s British Chippendale Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Antique 1830s English William IV Bookcases
Brass
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1970s Indian Moorish Bookcases
Reclaimed Wood
Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Wood, Paint
20th Century Unknown Bookcases
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases
Wood
Antique 19th Century English Regency Bookcases
Rosewood
Antique 1870s French Country Bookcases
Brass
Antique 1890s English Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 1770s English George III Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 1870s Belgian Renaissance Revival Bookcases
Brass
Antique 1760s British George III Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1980s Indonesian Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Bookcases
Fruitwood, Walnut, Wood
Antique Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century Chinoiserie Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1920s Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique 1830s Austrian Biedermeier Bookcases
Walnut
Antique 18th Century English George II Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese George III Bookcases
Wood
Antique 1870s French Renaissance Revival Bookcases
Oak
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Bookcases
Boxwood, Rosewood
Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Bookcases
Cane, Rattan, Glass
Antique Late 18th Century British George III Bookcases
Wood
Antique 1790s English Regency Bookcases
Glass, Satinwood, Yew
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Marble, Bronze
Antique Late 18th Century French Rustic Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique Early 19th Century Sheraton Bookcases
Bronze, Ormolu
Antique 1880s Sheraton Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Belgian Régence Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Fiberglass
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Italian Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker
Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rustic Bookcases
Steel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Marble, Bronze
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023The main difference between an étagère and a bookcase is the design. Both types of furniture have shelves. However, an étagère usually has an open back, while most bookcases have enclosed backs. Shop a range of bookcases and étagères on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Yes, there can be a difference between a bookshelf and a bookcase. Although many people use the words to describe any piece of furniture with shelves for books, some manufacturers call pieces with doors bookcases and pieces without doors bookshelves. Find a variety of bookcases and bookshelves on 1stDibs.
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