$2,580Sale Price|20% Off
1960's Mid Century Modern Obelisk Form Secretary/ Display Case/ Cabinet
Located in Opa Locka, FL
Rare Form 1960's Mid Century Modern Obelisk Display Case/ Secretary/ Cabinet. This is the first time I have seen one like this.
Wood
Hand-Painted Louis XV Style Secretary Display Cabinet
Located in BŘECLAV, CZ
Elegant Louis XV style secretary cabinet featuring a refined combination of display and writing functionality. The upper section is designed with two glazed doors, opening to reveal ...
Fabric, Glass, Wood
Oak Secretary Desk with Glazed Display Cabinet and Brass Fittings
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique secretary desk crafted from oak with brass fittings and an upper glazed display cabinet. The piece was made around 1880 and is designed in the Baroque style. — Period: Circa...
Oak
Thomasville oak secretary desk with a matching display hutch.
Located in Pasadena, TX
This distinct style features a decorative arched bonnet top, an upper glass display cabinet with contoured wooden framing over the panes, a traditional slant-front drop-down desk com...
Glass
Antique Barley Twist English Oak Secretary with Display Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, TX
This cabinet/secretary comes from England. The cabinet is made from English oak. It is highly carved and boast barley twist columns. The cabinet doors have beautiful fretwork wedged ...
Brass
Large Antique Display Cabinet / Secretary Made In Mahogany From 1930s
Located in Lejre, DK
This large antique display cabinet, doubling as a secretary, showcases timeless elegance and functional design. Crafted from rich mahogany, it exudes warmth and sophistication, addin...
Mahogany
$2,148Sale Price|20% Off
Display Cabinet/Secretary/Licquor Cabinet From the Late 20th Century
Located in Opole, PL
Display Cabinet/Secretary/Licquor Cabinet From the Late 20th Century A piece of furniture from the 1980s in the French style, consisting of two parts: a two-door base on high curved...
Glass, Wood
Kai Winding Mahogany Secretary and Display Cabinet for P. Jeppesen, 1950s
By Poul Jeppesen, Kai Winding
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Beautiful Danish mahogany secretary and display cabinet designed by Kai Winding and manufactured by P. Jeppesen in the 1950s. The upper cabinet features two glazed doors, while the l...
Mahogany
Berkey & Gay Painted Decorated Petit Secretary Display Cabinet with Shelves Burl
By William A. Berkey Furniture Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Berkey & Gay Painted Decorated Petit Secretary Display Cabinet with Shelves Burl MINT!
Burl
Secretary Desk In English Style With Drop-Front & Display Cabinet In Mahogany
Located in Lejre, DK
Secretary desk in mahogany with drop-front and display cabinet in classic English style from around 1890. Elegant and functional antique furniture. — Origin: England / Europe — Peri...
Mahogany
Scandinavian Modern Teak 4 Part Triple Stacked Secretary Display Cabinet Dry Bar
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak 4-part triple stacked display cabinet, or secretary, or dry bar made in Denmark. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage a...
Glass, Teak
Italian Olive Burl Wood Bombe Secretary Vanity with Display Top & Matching Chair
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous Italian bombe drop front secretary cabinet in olive wood with the matching chair. Bookcase top with Two drawers with brass hardware and exquisite cabriole legs. Expert craft...
Brass
Unavailable
H 78.35 in W 39.77 in D 16.93 in
19th Century Gründerzeit Solid Pine Wood Secretary with Display Case Restored
Located in Osnabrück, DE
Very sensitive restored, in German called “Gründerzeit“ secretary with display case! Also rare is the version with the lower doors instead of drawers!
Pine
Unavailable
H 78.13 in W 39.75 in D 22.5 in
Antique Swedish Baroque Secretary Display Cabinet Late 18th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Swedish baroque secretary display cabinet late 18th century The Secretary is in two sections, painted in a lovely Swedish distressed gray color. The upper section has an imp...
Wood
Unavailable
H 64 in W 42 in D 15 in
Midcentury Teak Display Cabinet Secretary and Bar by Ellman Furniture
Located in Norcross, GA
This is a beautiful teak cabinet, secretary and bar. Made by Ellman Furniture. Original label at the back. Featuring glass sliding doors at the top. A small drop down desk and a sm...
Teak
Unavailable
H 82.63 in W 42 in D 22.5 in
Swedish Baroque Secretary Display Cabinet Painted White, Late 18th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Antique Swedish Baroque Secretary with glass doors, painted Swedish distressed white/cream color. Upper section has curved arched doors with original glass panels, two shelves for bo...
Wood
Modern Neoclassic Rococo Curio Display Case & Secretary Desk
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Modern red-edition neoclassic curio display case & secretary desk with distinct Rococo hardware for extra flair, circa 1980, Made in Italy.
Wood
Italian Painted Secretary and Display Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 20th century Italian Secretary painted in cream with accents of parcel gilt. The upper display cabinet has a double bonnet top and opens to a blue and gold fitted interior. The...
Glass, Paint, Wood
Antique French Painted Secretary Desk Display Cabinet
Located in West Hartford, CT
Exquisite antique French hand-painted 2 part drop front secretary desk display cabinet. Features beautiful hand-painted floral and ribbon detail all around. Sides feature hand painte...
Glass, Wood
English secretary/desk 19 th c. With display
Located in Houston, TX
Construction that is exceptional with cabinetry that is difficult to find In a piece of furniture of this time period. It is mid nineteenth century And has been well preserved. The u...
Walnut
Jasper Midcentury Chinoiserie Hand Painted Secretary Desk Display Cabinet
Located in West Hartford, CT
Iconic Jasper Furniture signed two-piece secretary cabinet which becomes multi-purpose piece when desk pulls down. Great brown chinoiserie color scheme.
Glass, Wood, Mahogany
Sold
H 82 in W 90 in D 29.5 in
Union National Lacquered Chinoiserie Breakfront China Display Secretary Cabinet
By Union National
Located in Dayton, OH
"The Union National breakfront was rated as the finest breakfront in the world. In 1980, after flying in the magazines Lear jet to inspect the factory and the breakfront, the publish...
Glass, Hardwood, Lacquer, Paint
Sold
H 91 in W 41 in D 19.5 in
Vintage French Provincial Hand Carved White Secretary Desk and Display Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage French Provincial Hand Carved White Secretary Desk and Display Cabinet This hand carved secretary desk has three drawers and a drop down desk. The top portion of this secre...
Glass, Wood, Paint
Vintage Danish Teak Bookcase Cabinet Secretary Display Shelf MCM 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Danish modern bookcase cabinet crafted in richly grained teak with clean Scandinavian lines and elegant tapered legs. This versatile mid century piece features open shelving ...
Teak
Sold
H 80 in W 36.5 in D 19 in
Federal Style Flame Mahogany Secretary Desk / Display Cabinet & Brass Eagle
By Mahogany Associates
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a beautiful inlaid flame mahogany Federal style secretary desk with tambour doors. It has two glass shelves. The body has several areas with inlaid satinwood designs. It date...
Glass, Mahogany
Sold
H 86.25 in W 41 in D 18.5 in
Antique Victorian Eastlake Walnut Secretary Desk Bookcase Hutch Display Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite antique Victorian Eastlake drop front secretary desk and bookcase; circa 1880s. Made of solid walnut accented in crotch walnut. Features a unique form having the appeara...
Walnut
Sold
H 77 in W 27.5 in D 17.5 in
Jasper Cabinet Co. Cherry Wood Queen Anne Secretary Desk Display Cabinet Curio
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Jasper cabinet Co. cherry wood Queen Anne secretary desk display cabinet Curio. Item features bonnet top, solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, 2 part construction, lighted ...
Glass, Cherry
Sold
H 83 in W 43 in D 19 in
Vintage Italian Baroque Style Marquetry Inlay Flip-Up Secretary Display Cabinet
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Italian Baroque Style Marquetry Inlay Carved Flip-Down Secretary Display Cabinet A practical and elegant addition to any office or living room, this cabinet contains a remar...
Glass, Wood
Sold
H 82 in W 36 in D 20 in
Vintage Italian Regency Burlwood Laminate Saber Leg Tall Secretary Desk Display
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Regency Burlwood Laminate Saber Leg Tall Secretary Desk Display Curio Bookcase.Tall shapely cabriole/saber legs, broken arch top with finial, roll top desk, burl wood...
Glass, Laminate
Sold
H 82 in W 36 in D 20 in
Vintage Italian Regency Burlwood Laminate Saber Leg Tall Secretary Desk Display
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Regency Burlwood Laminate Saber Leg Tall Secretary Desk Display Curio Bookcase. Details: Tall shapely cabriole/saber legs, broken arch top with finial, roll top desk,...
Glass, Laminate
Sold
H 76 in W 28 in L 76 in
Vintage Maddox Queen Anne Cherry Small Secretary Desk Display Curio Bookcase
By Maddox Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Maddox Queen Anne cherry small secretary desk display curio bookcase. Item features solid wood construction, nice smaller size, beautiful wood grain, 2 part construction, lig...
Glass, Cherry
Sold
H 93 in W 46 in D 21.5 in
18th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Secretary Desk Display Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
Useful and beautiful, this elegant antique fruitwood "secretaire an abattant" or "Dos d'Ane" (secretary bookcase) is an essential piece of furniture for a study or library. The tradi...
Glass, Walnut
20th Century Florentine Display
Located in Hixson, TN
A rare and unusual Florentine display case/secretary. Lined on the interior with fabric and having glass shelves too.
Sold
H 67 in W 37.5 in D 13 in
Antique Quartersawn Oak Side by Side Secretary Desk Bookcase Curio Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian side by side / secretary desk / bookcase / display case. Made of quartersawn oak featuring Art Nouveau styling with curio cabinet next to a drop front secretary ove...
Mirror, Oak
Sold
H 72.5 in W 42 in D 13.5 in
Antique Quartersawn Oak Side by Side Secretary Desk Bookcase Curio Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique American Victorian side by side / secretary desk / bookcase / display case. Made of quartersawn oak featuring Art Nouveau styling with curio cabinet next to a drop front secr...
Oak
Asian Hand Carved Secretary Desk With Display Cabinet
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Enhance your home with the exquisite Asian Hand Carved Desk Cabinet, featuring intricate detailing and traditional motifs. The top section includes a display cabinet with glass doors...
Wood
Sold
H 90.5 in W 86.5 in D 19 in
English Victorian late 19th Display-Bookcase Secretary Breakfront Cabinet
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning antique English Victorian St great quality four doors bookcase display writing desk cabinet in flamed solid mahogany, circa 1890. Elegant masterfully crafted refined piece o...
Mahogany
Sold
H 74 in W 28 in D 16 in
1960s Traditional Campaign Carved Walnut "Bamboo" Secretary Desk with Display
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960s Traditional Campaign style Carved Walnut "Bamboo" Secretary Desk with Display. Beautifully crafted with 2 top adjustable shelves. Glass encased upper portion. 9 drawers 3 large...
Walnut
Sold
H 78 in W 39.5 in D 18 in
Antique Rockford Union Victorian Maple Secretary Desk & Bookcase Display Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
"Antique Rockford Union Furniture Company Late Victorian Secretary & Bookcase, circa 1900s. Made from Maple with a drop front writing surface that opens to a drawer, pigeon holes and...
Glass, Maple
Sold
H 93.5 in W 75.5 in D 17 in
Antique Flame Mahogany Secretary Breakfront Display Hutch by Robert W Irwin Co
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Federal Style Flame Mahogany Flip Down Secretary Breakfront Display Hutch by The Robert W. Irwin Co. This gorgeous Antique Federal Style Flame Mahogany Flip Down Secretary B...
Mahogany
Sold
H 76 in W 120 in D 17 in
Large Scandinavian Modern Teak 4 Part Bookcase Display Cabinet Dry Bar Secretary
Located in Miami, FL
A large and very good quality vintage Scandinavian Modern teak 4-part bookcase, display cabinet, dry bar or secretary made in Denmark. This fine Scandinavian Modern style is compri...
Teak
Sold
H 82 in W 36 in D 20 in
Vintage Italian Regency Burlwood Laminate Saber Leg Tall Secretary Desk Display
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Italian Regency Burlwood Laminate Saber Leg Tall Secretary Desk Display Curio Bookcase.Tall shapely cabriole/saber legs, broken arch top with finial, roll top desk, burl wood...
Glass, Laminate
Sold
H 80 in W 33 in D 17 in
Lexington Pine Drop Front Secretary Desk Bureau Lighted Display Cabinet Bookcase
By Lexington Furniture 1
Located in Dayton, OH
This magnificent vintage Lexington Furniture solid pine secretary desk with hutch showcases a flawless blend of traditional American craftsmanship and exceptional country charm. The ...
Brass
Two Piece Colonial Secretary with Display Shelves and Three Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully restored mahogany cabinet with glass doors revealing display shelves and compartments. Drop down felt lined desk and three drawers on lower piece.
Mid-Century Modern Display Cabinet by Young Manufacturing Company
By Young Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Make a statement with this striking mid-century modern display cabinet by Young Manufacturing Company, a beautifully crafted piece that blends timeless design with everyday functiona...
Walnut
vintage corner cabinet display cabinet 1960s Danish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage corner cabinet display cabinet 1960s Danish period 1960s design unknown Denmark condition good light signs of use size 172 x 88 x 61 (hxwxd) details teak; glass; ...
Glass, Teak
$1,233
H 66.54 in W 25.2 in D 15.75 in
English Antique 1930's Oak Bureau Cabinet with Glass Vitrine and Drawers
Located in Leicester, GB
This is a beautiful compact solid oak cabinet that opens out to a bureau. The antique cabinet has a host of drawers for storage and a slim display cabinet on top with a lovely glass ...
Glass, Oak
1950's Drinks Cabinet
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
A 1950's drinks cabinet with original internal glass, stands, mirror and drawers. Renovated to the highest standard with a new exterior finish. Width: 83cm / 32.6" Depth: 35cm 13...
Marble
$6,142
H 89.77 in W 51.19 in D 22.05 in
Antique Regency Figured Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase Desk With Glazed Doors
Located in Suffolk, GB
A fine quality Regency figured mahogany secretaire bookcase of elegant proportions. The upper section with glazed doors featuring distinctive shaped astral mouldings, enclosing adjus...
Mahogany
$3,200
H 72 in W 40.25 in D 22 in
Antique Pine Fall-Front Secretary Desk with Glass-Front Bookcase, Circa 1840
Located in Winston-Salem, NC
This 19th century antique works in three parts — bookcase, writing desk, and chest of drawers — built to handle all three without asking for more room. A gently scalloped crest tops...
Glass, Pine
Antique French Secretaire / Bureau in Mahogany
Located in Leicester, GB
Beautiful Antique French flame Mahogany secretaire/bureau/cabinet. The inside is lined with maple and finished with ebonized black details. The cabinet has got lots of charm and char...
Mahogany
$2,796Sale Price|20% Off
H 98.75 in W 42 in D 22.5 in
Fantastic American Centennial Solid Walnut Philadelphia Carved Secretary Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Discover timeless elegance with this fantastic American Centennial solid walnut Philadelphia carved secretary desk, a true testament to 19th-century craftsmanship. This exquisite pie...
Walnut
$2,495
H 80 in W 35 in D 17 in
Maddox French Provincial Louis XV Painted Secretary Desk With Mirrored Bookcase
By Maddox Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bureau with drop front secretary desk and mirrored bookcase hutch top By Maddox Furniture USA, 1970s Cream lacquered walnut, with hand-...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Display Cabinet
By Young Manufacturing Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage American made cabinet with hair pin iron legs. Three sides of glass for display, shelves with glass, two large doors. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Glass, Walnut
$2,595
H 76.25 in W 36.5 in D 18.75 in
Georgian Solid Birch Drop Front Secretary Desk With Bookcase Hutch
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian, Chippendale, or Early American style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top USA, Circa 1970s Gorgeous carved solid birch, with original ...
Brass
Midcentury French Modernist Cabinet Vaisselier, 1950s
Located in Paris, IDF
Warm light brown oak and rich copper form a beautiful color palette in this cabinet vaisselier from the 1950s. On the front and top of the cabinet, the oak displays a striped lightwo...
Copper
Mid-20th Century Danish Oak Drop-Front Secretary Desk
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
An elegant Danish secretary desk from the mid-20th century, crafted in beautifully grained oak with a warm, rich patina. The classic fall-front reveals a practical writing surface, i...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Asian Finished Cabinet / Vitrine
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid-Century Modern Asian style faux finished display cabinet / vitrine with pagoda style top and ebonized base featuring inside glass shelves with double brass pull door. The cabinet...
Brass
$2,800
H 39.97 in W 35.44 in D 16.93 in
Mid 20th Century, Danis Modern Oak Drop‑Front Secretary Desk / Bureau
Located in Odense, DK
An elegant mid 20th century Danish oak drop‑front secretary desk / bureau featuring a classic fall‑front writing surface with beautiful, decorative brass handles that enhance its vin...
Brass
$122,500Sale Price|30% Off
H 110 in W 75.5 in D 26 in
18th Century Austrian Hand-Carved and Painted Cabinet Accented with Gold Leaf
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted in the 18th century, this antique Austrian two door cabinet is painted with a well-detailed floral motif and adorned with hand-carved and gold leafed decorations. Exquisitely...
Gold Leaf
A Very Fine Pair of 19th Century Mahogany Hall Chairs
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine pair of 19th Century well figured, mahogany hall chairs, fabulously hand carved with gorgeously rich patination and grain. The shaped, moulded and fluted shield back wit...
Mahogany
$53,714
H 98.43 in Dm 84.65 in
Italian Murano Glass Chandelier, Floral & Multicolored — Giovanni Dalla Fina
By Giovanni Dalla Fina Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Murano glass monumental multi-tier chandelier crafted during the nineteen sixties showcases theatrical, festive Venetian Baroque revival lighting design by Giovanni Dalla Fin...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass
Italian Designer, Wall Mirror, Brass, Italy, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass wall mirror designed and produced in Italy, 1940s.
Brass
$4,160Sale Price|20% Off
H 26.5 in W 115 in D 35 in
Wonderful 2 Piece Harvey Probber Sectional Sofa Mid-century
By Harvey Probber
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful 2 piece signed Harvey Probber sectional sofa. This piece is in vintage condition with it's original floral tapesty fabric which does show wear. This sofa will definitely n...
Upholstery
$5,940
H 14.97 in W 11.62 in D 1.19 in
Gilded Mirror by Josef Hoffmann, execution Max Welz for Wiener Werkstätte, 1930
By Max Welz, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
In Josef Hoffmann's designs, foliage emerged as a central and recurring motif, wherein he masterfully encapsulated nature’s intricate ornamental language in a stylized and minimalist...
Gold Leaf
$116,151
H 100.5 in W 151.25 in D 5 in
18th Century Painted Six Panelled Screen Depicting an European Landscape
Located in London, GB
A six panelled screen of the late Baroque period Oil on canvas, depicting a panoramic view of a Capriccio north European landscape, perhaps Schlesweig-Holstein, with distant views o...
Canvas, Paint
Vintage Decorative Gramophone Horn, Wood and Metal, Industrial Style
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Decorative gramophone horn in wood Antique - Decoration - Phonograph Materials : Wood - Metal Wear consistent with age and use : See photos please
Metal
$5,773
H 87.6 in W 47.25 in D 21.26 in
Outstanding Quality Antique George III Mahogany Inlaid Bureau Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique George III mahogany inlaid bureau bookcase having an outstanding quality carved cornice above a pair of mahogany inlaid satinwood astral glazed doors open...
Other
Marc Bankowsky, Euryale, Bronze Sconce, France, 2006
By Marc Bankowsky
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary patinated bronze sconce by Marc Bankowsky. Bulb: Two candelabra bulbs Wattage: 60 each (maximum).
Bronze
$3,200
H 77.75 in W 44 in D 18.5 in
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Book Matched Walnut Bookcase
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This nineteenth century French Louis Philippe period bookcase or vitrine features a solid walnut facade with simple, handsome lines and two doors inset with glass. A panel at the cro...
Glass, Walnut
$6,742
H 3.55 in Dm 49.22 in
Huge Gilt Wrought Iron Sunburst Starburst Mirror, Style of Poillerat (49 in)
Located in Barcelona, ES
Huge Sunburst mirror in the manner of Gilbert Poillerat, Gilt Wrought Iron. France, 1940s. Rare find due to its size ( 49 in diameter) This oversized wall mirror has an eye-catching ...
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf, Iron
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
H 73 in W 35.25 in D 19.25 in
Burl & Carved Walnut Slant Front Marquetry Secretary Desk c1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
This exquisite antique secretary desk, crafted circa 1900, showcases a sophisticated combination of burl walnut and carved walnut construction. The piece features a distinctive slant...
Walnut
$3,995
H 55 in W 38.5 in D 17.5 in L 55 in
French Empire Secrétaire à Abattant, Walnut & Marble, Circa 1810
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A handsome 19th century French Empire secrétaire à abattant made of richly figured, bookmatched walnut. This desk has a black fossil marble top resting above a hidden drawer, free o...
Marble, Brass
George III Mahogany Secretary
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
George III mahogany secretary, circa 1800. The pediment with dental moldings, two glass doors with through mullions, a slant top, desk interior with central prospect door flanked by ...
Brass
On Hold|$5,500
H 85 in W 39 in D 20.25 in
18th Century French Louis XVI Marquetry Secretaire Desk in Mahogany
Located in Winter Park, FL
An 18th century French Louis XVI marquetry secretaire, or secretary desk with bookcase. Beautifully made with book matched veneer of mahogany and fine inlay of walnut and mahogany. I...
Brass
$3,712Sale Price|25% Off
H 83 in W 44.75 in D 23.75 in
George III Period Mahogany Bureau Desk / Bookcase, late 18th / early 19thc
Located in Houston, TX
An exceptional English George III period mahogany bureau bookcase, circa 1790. This classic two-body secretary features a slender, well-proportioned silhouette. This versatile piece...
Mahogany
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
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