Retail Display Cabinet
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Vitrines
Fruitwood
Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century British Edwardian Cabinets
Glass, Wood
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Cabinets
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Birch
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cabinets
Glass
Vintage 1920s American Mission Bookcases
Oak
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 1890s English Edwardian Cabinets
Wood
20th Century English Chippendale Cabinets
Glass, Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Cabinets
Pine
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Other
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Mahogany, Kingwood
Antique 1880s English Sheraton Bookcases
Satinwood
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets
Ormolu, Bronze
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cabinets
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Vitrines
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak, Plywood
20th Century Burmese British Colonial Cabinets
Glass, Teak
Antique Late 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rustic Cabinets
Glass, Pine
2010s American Modern Shelves
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Industrial Cabinets
Steel
Antique 1890s American Baroque Apothecary Cabinets
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Glass, Laminate, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Burmese British Colonial Cabinets
Glass, Teak
Vintage 1920s French Country Shelves
Brass
20th Century American Art Deco Vitrines
Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Shelves
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Brass
2010s British Cabinets
Marble
Early 20th Century British Cabinets
Oak
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cabinets
Metal
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Cabinets
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Unknown Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Teak
20th Century English Industrial Shelves
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Metal, Steel
Antique Early 19th Century French Industrial Cabinets
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Early 20th Century French Victorian Shelves
Brass, Iron
2010s Philippine Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century North American Louis XV Secretaires
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Shelves
Brass, Iron
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Buffets
Mahogany
Antique Early 1900s English Bookcases
Mahogany
1990s Belgian Post-Modern Sideboards
Aluminum
1990s Belgian Post-Modern Sideboards
Plastic
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Buffets
Oak
20th Century American Shelves
Steel
Vintage 1980s Biedermeier Bookcases
Wood
2010s American Modern Shelves
Steel
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Desks
Cherry
Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Antique Late 17th Century Spanish Renaissance Blanket Chests
Iron
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
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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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023The purpose of a display cabinet is to protect items while keeping them visible. Glass panels allow you to see what's inside, but the enclosed design keeps out dust and debris. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of display cabinets.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Another common name for a display cabinet is a display case. People may also call them show cabinets, show cases or vitrines. By any name, this type of case good allows people to view and display decorative objects, collectibles, trophies and other objects while it protects the contents with glass doors. On 1stDibs, find a variety of display cabinets.
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