American of Martinsville Double Chest of Drawers Vanity / Desk
By American of Martinsville
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
1960s American of Martinsville Double Chest of Drawers Vanity / Desk. Featuring the original black lacquer with white Formica tops and ceramic pulls. Each chest features 3 deep drawe...
Ceramic, Wood, Lacquer
Vintage Lacquered Highboy by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This stunning vintage highboy was designed and manufactured by American of Martinsville in the United States, circa 1950s. This elegant highboy features seven drawers with original b...
Brass
Vintage Lacquered and Brass Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Introducing a stunning vintage lacquered dresser by American of Martinsville, dating back to the 1950s. This piece is a perfect blend of form and function, offering ample storage wit...
Brass
American of Martinsville Chinoiserie Dressser Off-White Lacquer over Mahogany
By American of Martinsville
Located in Chicago, IL
Large Mid-Century Modern dresser by American of Martinsville. Features black lacquer base with brass trim, brass pulls and an off-white lacquered case.
Brass
American of Martinsville Black & Blond 10 Drawers Dresser on Bracket Feet MINT!
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
American of Martinsville Black & Blond 10 Drawers Dresser on Bracket Feet MINT!
Birch
American of Martinsville Mid-Century Highboy Dresser with Chinoiserie Style
By American of Martinsville
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century highboy dresser by American of Martinsville. This 1960's piece features a bleached mahogany case with 3 small drawers at the top of the case and 4 generously sized drawe...
Brass
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Vintage Display Cases Vitrines by American of Martinsville, Set of 3
By American of Martinsville
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Brass
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern walnut credenza designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville. Featuring a warm walnut case accented by two black lacquered doors with sleek brass handle...
Brass
Mid Century Modern Lowboy Dresser with Chrome Accents by American of Martinsvill
By American of Martinsville
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern lowboy dresser by American of Martinsville features hardwood construction, six dovetailed drawers, stunning walnut veneer on drawer and cabinet faces, black p...
Chrome
Mid Century American Martinsville Dania Dresser by Merton Gershun circa 1950/60s
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in New York, NY
Iconic mid century dresser, designed by Merton Gershun, for American of Martinsville, as part of the classic Dania series, circa 1950/60's. The chest features a bank of three louvere...
Brass
Pair of Chinoiserie Style Asian Modern Lacquered Nightstands, Mid-Century
By American of Martinsville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous pair of Asian Modern chinoiserie style nightstands. These Mid-Century stands are in remarkable vintage condition with only light signs of age. The glossy black lacquer has a...
Brass
Unavailable
H 21.75 in W 22.25 in D 15.75 in
Pair of American of Martinsville Black and Gold Lacquered Nightstands
By American of Martinsville
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of black lacquered and gold painted detailing night stands or end tables by American of Martinsville. The Dorothy Draper inspired nightstands have attractive brass pulls and two...
Brass
American of Martinsville Chests
By American of Martinsville
Located in Chicago, IL
The name American of Martinsville is synonymous with quality and craftsmanship. Kindly use your two best fingers and look closely at the joinery exhibited here. The style is proof po...
Wood
American of Martinsville Dresser in White and Black Lacquer
By American of Martinsville
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning dresser by American of Martinsville finished in a white with a black lacquered base. The handles are made of solid brass. The dresser has three 9 drawers, 6 out and 3 conce...
Wood
America of Martinsville Midcentury Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Vintage American of Martinsville tall Midcentury dresser newly lacquered in black and white. The top has four small drawers and bottom has 3 large drawers.
Unavailable
H 24.25 in W 36 in D 19.25 in
White Lacquered Chinoiserie Style Chest of Drawers with Black Base & Brass Pulls
By American of Martinsville
Located in Houston, TX
Offered is a signed Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville Asian / chinoiserie inspired two-drawer bedside table / chest of drawers newly lacquered in a creamy white over mahoga...
Brass
American of Martinsville Chest of Drawers
By American of Martinsville
Located in Dallas, TX
This 1960s Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers is made from solid wood with its original finish. The chest features seven drawers with brass handles on black plinth base. Each drawer...
Brass
American of Martinsville Black Lacquer High Commode
By American of Martinsville
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Part of a set which includes night tables and a low bureau with mirror; sleek black lacquer with white lacquer top and small knobs. Many narrow drawers on top of four tapered legs.
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H 32.75 in W 20 in D 32.75 in
American of Martinsville Ebonized Black Lacquer Dresser Chest Edmond Spence
By American of Martinsville
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A very elegant American of Martinsville wavy front dresser or chest refinished in black lacquer with original brass feet. The drawer pulls are hidden under the wave. After the design...
Brass
American of Martinsville Black Lacquered Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Black lacquered and gold painted detailing dresser by American of Martinsville. The Dorothy Draper inspired dresser has attractive brass pulls and 9 pull out drawers. Pair of matchin...
Brass
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H 19.13 in W 80.25 in L 19.13 in
American of Martinsville French Regency Black Lacquered Dresser, Refinished
By American of Martinsville
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century French Regency style triple dresser or credenza By American of Martinsville USA, 1960s Black lacquered walnut, with original brass hardware. Measur...
Brass
Polished Lacquer Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning polished black lacquer dresser with solid brass hardware.
Brass
Vintage Lacquered Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A stunning vintage lacquered dresser designed and manufactured by American of Martinsville in the United States, circa 1950s. This elegant dresser has been professionally restored in...
Brass
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H 19 in W 30 in D 16.5 in
Mid Century Modern Low Commode Chest of Drawers by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage low chest of drawers manufactured by American of Martinsville, circa 1960's. This unique piece is lacquered in an ebony black finish featuring a seamless design of four draw...
Wood
Hollywood Regency Lacquered Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage dresser by American of Martinsville. Refinished in a orange lacquered finish with a black base. Handles are stained in a brass finish.
Metal
Black Lacquered Credenza by American of Martinsville
By Paul McCobb, American of Martinsville
Located in Rochester, NY
In the style of Paul McCobb an American of Martinsville modernist six-drawer black lacquered credenza / dresser with white laminate top
Brass
1950s American Walnut Credenza by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in San Diego, CA
Check out the gorgeous wood grain on this walnut credenza by American of Martinsville, circa 1950s. The piece is fully restored with a black lacquer base and polished brass accents. ...
Brass
Pair of Midcentury Lacquered Chests
By American of Martinsville
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a classic pair of midcentury Asian influenced lacquered chests or nightstands. The Ivory toned lacquer reveals the wood grain adding texture to the chests which are highlight...
Brass
Pair of Modernist Ebonized American of Martinsville Dressers
By American of Martinsville
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic modernist chests manufactured by American of Martinsville,,Nice ebony finish,,pearl white and brass pulls,white laminate tops,,3 generous drawers..Manner of Paul McCobb..
Brass
American of Martinsville Highboy Dresser With Mirror
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful mid-century highboy by American of Martinsville in black lacquer with stylish gold trim comes complete with matching mirror. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
American of Martinsville Faux Bamboo Highboy Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, mahogany, highboy dresser by American of Martinsville features a faux bamboo motif on 3 of it's 5 drawers with contrasting black lacquer accents within a recessed...
Mahogany
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H 41.75 in W 38.25 in D 19.75 in
Rare Ebonized Chest /Fold Out Mirror by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid-Century ebonized chest of drawers by American of Martinsville, USA, circa 1950s. Ebonized wood with a white laminate top, unusual pop up mirror, inside jewelry storage, beautiful...
Brass
American of Martinsville Faux Bamboo Mahogany Vanity Desk
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, desk or vanity by American of Martinsville features a faux bamboo motif on it's 3 drawers framed in black lacquer with open display shelves on the opposite side.
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Credenza from Dania by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Mid-Century Modern credenza from the Dania line by American of Martinsville features hardwood construction, walnut veneer with original finish, three large dovetailed drawers wi...
Brass
Asian Modern 9 Drawer Dresser, Mahogany / Brass American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Asian modern 9 drawer dresser, mahogany / black lacquer and brass by American of Martinsville, beautifully grained mahogany construction. Stylized black lacquer base with br...
Brass
Gorgeous Mid-Century American Of Martinsville Louvered Front Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern three drawer dresser by American Of Martinsville. Beautiful louvered front, two black lacquered doors done with a hand rubbed finish reveal an open cabinet with shelf ...
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H 24.5 in W 23 in D 17.25 in
American of Martinsville Pair of Nightstands / Cabinets Hollywood Regency
By American of Martinsville
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful elegant Mid-Century Modern pair of nightstands by American of Martinsville, circa 1960s freshly refinished in a walnut finish with black lacquered base and polished brass h...
Brass
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid-Century Lowboy Credenza
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Southampton, NJ
An attractive multi-functional lowboy credenza having high-gloss black lacquer doors with solid brass pulls covering center single shelf storage and 3 cream colored deep drawers. To ...
Brass
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H 30 in W 60 in D 18.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Merton L. Gershun American of Martinsville Walnut Dresser
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Chicago, IL
Excellent original condition Mid-century Modern American of Martinsville credenza or lowboy dresser designed by Merton Gershun. Made of genuine walnut with lacquered drawer fronts an...
Brass
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H 32 in W 58 in D 21 in
Striking American Modern 1950s Dresser in White Lacquer, Mahogany Drawers
By American of Martinsville
Located in San Diego, CA
One of a kind 1950s American eight-drawer dresser, white lacquer angular caze with black lacquer base and mahogany finish drawers with freshly brass-plated polished handles, the item...
Brass
American of Martinville Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wonderful original dresser by American Of Martinsville, louvered three drawer front, two black lacquered doors done with a hand rubbed finish reveal an open cabinet with shelf and th...
Brass
Black Lacquered Buffet by American of Martinsville
Located in Dallas, TX
6 Drawers and 2 Cabinets Black Lacquered Buffet with silver hardware.
Wood
Lacquered Junior Buffet by American of Martinsville
Located in Astoria, NY
Black and white lacquered buffet with enameled spherical pulls and white laminate top. 1 shelf in either cabinet, 3 drawers down the middle.
Lacquer
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H 31.88 in W 56 in L 31.88 in
Merton Gershun Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Sideboard Credenza, Refinished
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional midcentury Hollywood Regency chinoiserie sideboard credenza By Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville USA, circa 1960s Black lacquered walnut, with Asian...
Brass
Fine 1960s Asian Inspired Mustard Lacquer Nine Drawer Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Miami, FL
SOLD Beautifully lacquered a gloss mustard, this wonderfully detailed nine drawer dresser by American of Martinsville in the Asian Oriental taste is quite elegant with lots of stor...
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H 32.5 in W 63.13 in D 20.13 in
Merton Gershun Black Lacquer and Cane Travertine Top Dresser or Credenza
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern dresser or credenza By Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville USA, Circa 1950s Black lacquered mahogany, with unique bow front drawers...
Travertine
Midcentury Lacquered and Walnut Dresser by Merton Gershun
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful modern dresser designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville in the United States, circa 1950s. This elegant dresser was designed to be part of Gershun’s ‘Dania’ ...
Brass
American Of Martinsville Bleached Mahogany Dresser
Located in Chicago, IL
American of Martinsville nine drawer Chinoiserie long chest in bleached and glazed mahogany. Parquetry drawer fronts remain true and the top features an incised border. Recessed blac...
1960s Sideboard by Merton L Gershun for American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Merton L Gershun Sideboard designed for American of Martinsville in 1961.
The sideboard is in excellent refinished condition, finished in a black lacquer with a very...
Brass
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H 32.13 in W 58 in D 20 in
Merton Gershun Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Walnut Dresser, Newly Refinished
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie dresser or credenza By Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville USA, 1960s Walnut, with black lacquered le...
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Chinoiserie Highboy Dressers by Merton Gershun
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in South Bend, IN
Your choice of two gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency chinoiserie highboy dressers designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville. The dressers feature beautiful ...
Brass
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H 30.5 in W 34 in D 19.5 in
Pair of American of Martinsville Lacquered Bachelors Chests, Mid-Century
By American of Martinsville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Excellent pair of American of Martinsville black lacquered bachelors chests. These chest have wonderful white formica tops that add great contrast to the black lacquered finish. Thes...
Ceramic, Formica, Wood
Vintage Lacquered Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage dresser by American of Martinsville finished in a red lacquered finish with a black base. The handles are made of brass.
Brass
Vintage Lacquered Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage lacquered dresser by American of Martinsville. Newly refinished in a laguna blue finish with a black base. The handles are made of brass.
Brass
Vintage Lacquered Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage lacquered dresser by American of Martinsville. Newly refinished in a laguna blue finish with a black base. The handles are made of bass.
Brass
Vintage American of Martinsville Lacquered Dresser / Credenza
By American of Martinsville
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous vintage modern American of Martinsville dresser / credenza lacquered in teal with a black base. There are nine double dovetail drawers-three of which are behind the doors in...
Wood
Vintage Lacquered Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A beautiful vintage lacquered dresser designed and manufactured by American of Martinsville in the United States, circa 1950s. This elegant dresser has been professionally restored i...
Brass
Vintage Lacquered Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A stunning vintage lacquered dresser designed and manufactured by American of Martinsville in the United States, circa 1950s. This elegant dresser has been professionally restored in...
Brass
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H 30.5 in W 68 in D 19 in
Mid-Century Modern Asian American of Martinsville Black Lacquer Six-Drawer Chest
By American of Martinsville
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A exquisite black lacquered Mid-Century Modern Asian chest by American of Martinsville. Great design, nice large brass pulls. Original gold line detail. All original condition. Solid...
Mahogany
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H 77.5 in W 32 in D 16 in
American of Martinsville Chinoiserie Black Display Cabinet Vitrine Mirror Back
By American of Martinsville
Located in Topeka, KS
Fabulous vintage black lighted display cabinet or vitrine with mirrored back, ¼ inch glass shelves, and brass plated details by American of Martinsville.
Glass, Mirror, Wood
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H 30.5 in W 33.875 in D 19.62 in
Chest of Drawers by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville- Mid Century MCM
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Vintage Chest of Drawers by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville in Black Lacquer with Melamine tops.
Lacquer
Modernist Black Lacquered Tall Chest by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville, Paul McCobb
Located in Rochester, NY
In the modernist style of Paul McCobb, a five-drawer tall chest highboy in beautiful black ebonized lacquered surface raised on four tapered legs joined by side stretchers. Retains t...
Wood
American of Martinsville Highboy Dresser
By American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful mid-century highboy by American of Martinsville in black lacquer with stylish gold trim. Location: Brooklyn NY.
Wood
Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Dresser Black White
By American of Martinsville
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville 6 drawer dresser black white. All Original Vintage condition - Black Lacquer shows wear - White glass and brass knobs. All drawers slide s...
Laminate, Hardwood, Lacquer
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H 30 in W 34 in D 19.5 in
Mid-Century modern American Of Martinsville 3 drawer Dresser black white
By American of Martinsville
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Modern American of Martinsville 3 drawer dresser black white. All original vintage condition - black lacquer shows wear - white glass and brass knobs. All drawers slide s...
Laminate, Hardwood, Lacquer
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H 32.38 in W 34 in D 20 in
Merton Gershun Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Refinished
By American of Martinsville, Merton Gershun
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional midcentury Hollywood Regency chinoiserie four-drawer dresser chest By Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville USA, circa 1960s Black lacquered walnut and ...
Brass
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H 42 in W 36 in D 19.75 in
Handsome American of Martinsville Tall Chest Dresser, Mid-Century Modern
By American of Martinsville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome American of Martinsville tall chest of drawers with original black lacquered finish and white formica top. This piece is very nice vintage condition, original finish still l...
Ceramic, Wood
Asian Style American of Martinsville Commode with Brass Hardware
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very nice American of Martinsville chest of drawers in black lacquered finish with brass hardware and Asian influenced.
Brass, Metal
Large Bleached Mahogany Dresser by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large bleached mahogany dresser by American of Martinsville. Stamped.
Brass
American of Martinsville is today revered as one of the finest manufacturers of mid-century modern furniture in the United States, but its beginnings were unexpectedly humble.
Well ahead of the Civil War, tobacco was a cash crop in places such as Virginia, and the plant was grown with frequency on farms in Martinsville and elsewhere. In the early 1900s, the business around tobacco was changing and the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company was expanding nationally, buying any Virginia factories in reach. Former tobacco producers Ancil Witten and Charles Keesee turned away from the business in 1906 and, with merely $30,000 in capital (and the support of local business leaders), began to manufacture bedroom furniture under the name American Furniture Company.
In the 1920s, American Furniture Company expanded its offerings from bedroom furnishings. Alongside tallboy dressers and nightstands, Witten and Keesee’s outfit began to offer a range of dining-room sets to the discerning customer. By the 1950s, the name had been changed to American of Martinsville and the brand had gained a reputation for exquisite craftsmanship as well as its variety of furniture styles (Hollywood Regency, chinoiserie).
Mass-marketed furniture meant big business in the postwar years and throughout the 20th century in Virginia, and factories owned by companies like Bassett Furniture and American of Martinsville remained busy as suburbanites bought furniture to fill the homes they were moving into.
It isn’t difficult to spot American of Martinsville’s sturdy, solid designs — the lacquered walnut nightstands, mahogany coffee tables and more have long earned the admiration of mid-century modernism enthusiasts. The company’s high profile also owes to prominent attributes that distinguish its well-made vintage furniture, such as the use of wooden slats — inspired by Scandinavian modernism — on hutches and cabinet doors, the famous brass x’s inlaid on the tops of tables and dressers and the stately stacked type of the American of Martinsville logo, which usually appears in drawer interiors. The stamp prominently features an eagle perched atop the lettering, its broad wings spread across the “American” portion.
Besides quality manufacturing, American of Martinsville is additionally recognized for having incorporated the trends of the day.
Inspired by designers like George Nakashima and Paul Laszlo, the brand was also known for innovations with wood. Merton Gershun was one of the company’s most prolific designers, and he was responsible for some of its most successful modern furniture lines using the richer, darker woods that would become emblematic of mid-century furniture. Gershun’s most popular line was reportedly Dania, with its sleek walnut credenzas fitted with stylish brass accents and large drawers. Today, American of Martinsville specializes in furniture for the healthcare and hospitality industries.
Shop a wide selection of vintage American of Martinsville mid-century modern sideboards, side tables and more on 1stDibs.
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.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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.