Solid Wood Bookcase
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Bookcases
Metal
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass, Cut Steel
2010s American Organic Modern Shelves
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Walnut
2010s American Directoire Bookcases
Wood, Glass, Paint
Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Bookcases
Wood
Antique 1850s Italian Bookcases
Poplar
2010s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Cherry, Oak
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Cherry, Oak
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1920s Italian Bookcases
Fir
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s Italian Baroque Bookcases
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood
20th Century European Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Burmese Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Beech
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century Burmese British Colonial Bookcases
Glass, Teak
Late 20th Century German Brutalist Bookcases
Wood
Antique 1850s Italian Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Chinese Minimalist Bookcases
Oak
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Oak, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
2010s French Neoclassical Bookcases
Wood, Oak, Cherry
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood, Ash
Early 20th Century Burmese Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Wood, Cedar
2010s French Directoire Bookcases
Cherry, Oak
Late 20th Century American Shaker Bookcases
Glass, Cherry
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood, Oak
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut, Fir
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel, Cut Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Cut Steel, Metal, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Stainless Steel, Cut Steel, Metal, Brass, Steel
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood, Ash
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Travertine, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Leather, Wood
2010s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Wood, Cherry, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood, Plastic
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Cut Steel, Metal, Brass
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Maple
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Cut Steel, Metal, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
2010s Spanish Bookcases
Wood
20th Century British Bookcases
Yew
Mid-20th Century Dutch Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century French Country Bookcases
Steel
Vintage 1960s Canadian Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
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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 1, 2024Whether Bernhardt furniture is solid wood or not varies from piece to piece. The furniture maker does use solid hardwoods to produce the frames of some of its upholstered goods and instead employs plywood and engineered wood for frame construction. Many of Bernhardt's other furnishings feature wood veneers rather than solid wood. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Bernhardt furniture.
- Is Liberty furniture solid wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024The best known Liberty furniture is made of solid wood. Long before Liberty became one of London’s most iconic luxury department stores, 19th-century shoppers knew it as Liberty & Co. — purveyors of fine silverware designed in the Art Nouveau style, Arts and Crafts-style furniture and an eclectic assortment of ornaments, fabrics, fashion and other goods from around the world. Liberty & Co. also had a furniture workshop in Archway, London, run by Lawrence Turner and which employed carpenters to produce handcrafted, Arts and Crafts-style armchairs, stools, bookcases, cabinets, side tables and other furniture. Most of these high-quality and durable pieces were indeed made of solid wood such as oak, mahogany and walnut. In addition to their own in-house creations, Liberty & Co. also sold furniture by other designers, including chairs by German architect Richard Riemerschmid. Find antique Liberty & Co. furniture on 1stDibs.
- Is Pulaski furniture solid wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Whether Pulaski furniture is solid wood depends on the piece. Many of the American furniture maker's pieces feature solid wood construction. However, others are wood veneers over a wood base. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Pulaski furniture from some of the world's top dealers.
- Is Bassett Furniture solid wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Yes, most Bassett furniture is solid wood. The American furniture maker sources Appalachian hardwoods like cherry, oak and maple to use in its furniture. To ensure quality, all pieces are built by hand with techniques passed down from carpenters working in Appalachia during the 18th century. Explore a diverse assortment of Bassett furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best wood used for building a bookcase is plywood made from hardwood. It is easily available and comes in many types. Laminated panels that can be glued together are also a great option for a bookcase. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique, new and vintage wooden bookcases.
- Is G Plan solid wood or veneer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Although pieces vary, most designs in the G-Plan range are solid wood. Specifically, the casegoods and tables produced during the mid-20th century were mostly solid teak with rosewood or leather used for handles. Find a range of G-Plan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Heywood-Wakefield uses solid wood to create its furniture. The lumber used for the designs is sustainable and harvested from farms in New Hampshire. You can shop a collection of Heywood-Wakefield furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024Yes, some Ethan Allen furniture is solid wood. The American furniture company uses both solid wood and solid wood veneers to produce its pieces. In recent years, the furniture maker has also begun to use reclaimed solid wood to make some of its occasional tables and casegoods. Find a variety of Ethan Allen furniture on 1stDibs.
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