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Glass Show Case

Show-Case, Leitmeritz, circa 1900
Show-Case, Leitmeritz, circa 1900

Show-Case, Leitmeritz, circa 1900

Located in Praha, CZ

Imitation palisander Made in Czechoslovakia Made of wood, glass Original condition.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Czech Belle Époque Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Wood

Massive Oak Haberdashery Display Case by Manhattan Show Case Co.
Massive Oak Haberdashery Display Case by Manhattan Show Case Co.

Massive Oak Haberdashery Display Case by Manhattan Show Case Co.

Located in Dekalb, IL

c. 1910s-1920s; Manhattan Show Case Co. - New York, NY (345 Canal St.) Large-scale oak retail display case with slanted glass front, glass sides, and inset glass top, designed for m...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Pair C.1900 Bow Glass Sided Display Cabinets from an Upscale Boston Fashion Shop
Pair C.1900 Bow Glass Sided Display Cabinets from an Upscale Boston Fashion Shop

Pair C.1900 Bow Glass Sided Display Cabinets from an Upscale Boston Fashion Shop

Located in Nashua, NH

A pair of incredible bow glass sided show cases from one of the exclusive ladies fashion shops in the Newbury Street area of Boston,Ma.

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Antique Early 1900s American American Classical Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Individual Glass Pane Double Doors Pencil Inlay Flame Mahogany Show Case
Individual Glass Pane Double Doors Pencil Inlay Flame Mahogany Show Case

Individual Glass Pane Double Doors Pencil Inlay Flame Mahogany Show Case

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Rockaway, NJ

C. 1920s flame mahogany individual glass panes double doors display cabinet curio showcase.

Category

20th Century American Federal Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Solid Oak Art Deco Era Cube Shape Adjustable Shelves Show Case Vitrine
Solid Oak Art Deco Era Cube Shape Adjustable Shelves Show Case Vitrine

Solid Oak Art Deco Era Cube Shape Adjustable Shelves Show Case Vitrine

By Knoll

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern solid oak frame adjustable glass shelves box shape curio display cabinet showcase.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Two-Tier Oak and Glass Display Case
Antique Two-Tier Oak and Glass Display Case

Antique Two-Tier Oak and Glass Display Case

Located in Dekalb, IL

Antique display or show case with glass shelving. This piece features a single glass shelf inside, with the option to adjust the height or add more shelves by way of metal brackets ...

Category

Vintage 1940s Cabinets

Materials

Felt, Glass, Wood

Antique Two-Tier Oak and Glass Display Case
Antique Two-Tier Oak and Glass Display Case

Antique Two-Tier Oak and Glass Display Case

Located in Dekalb, IL

Antique display or show case with glass shelving. This piece features a single glass shelf inside, with the option to adjust the height or add more shelves by way of metal brackets ...

Category

Early 20th Century Vitrines

Materials

Glass, Oak

Vintage Regency Crown Glass Breakfront
Vintage Regency Crown Glass Breakfront

Vintage Regency Crown Glass Breakfront

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Presenting a sophisticated vintage Hollywood Regency breakfront, a magnificent piece designed to command attention and elevate any interior. Crafted from rich mahogany, this elegant ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Brass

1940s T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings 2 Part Credenza and Glass Top Cabinet
1940s T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings 2 Part Credenza and Glass Top Cabinet

1940s T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings 2 Part Credenza and Glass Top Cabinet

By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Monrovia, CA

This Gorgeous Mahogany Cabinet Has Ample Storage Both Top And Bottom And Has Excellent Glass Top Cabinet To Show Case Your Beautiful Ceramic Or Glass Pieces.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Vintage Boho Lacquered Tall Cabinet
Vintage Boho Lacquered Tall Cabinet

Vintage Boho Lacquered Tall Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Discover this charming vintage lacquered display cabinet, an exquisite piece that effortlessly blends Boho and Shabby Chic aesthetics from the mid-20th century. Finished in a delight...

Category

Late 20th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Vintage Italian Burl Wood Curio Cabinet
Vintage Italian Burl Wood Curio Cabinet

Vintage Italian Burl Wood Curio Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An exquisite example of classic Italian craftsmanship, this stunning vitrine is a testament to timeless Rococo elegance. Meticulously constructed from richly figured burl wood, its l...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Walnut, Burl

Vintage Boho Monumental Primitive Millwork Storage Cabinet
Vintage Boho Monumental Primitive Millwork Storage Cabinet

Vintage Boho Monumental Primitive Millwork Storage Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Command attention and anchor your space with this truly monumental vintage storage cabinet. Exhibiting a captivating blend of primitive charm and bold architectural presence, this pi...

Category

Early 20th Century American Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Vintage Charlotte Moss Regency Mirror Back Etagere
Vintage Charlotte Moss Regency Mirror Back Etagere

Vintage Charlotte Moss Regency Mirror Back Etagere

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This vintage Charlotte Moss étagère embodies refined Regency-style architecture, its five graduated shelves stepping progressively backward and upward in a dramatic staggered composi...

Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Glass, Lacquer

Vintage Coastal Notched Arched Rattan Etagere
Vintage Coastal Notched Arched Rattan Etagere

Vintage Coastal Notched Arched Rattan Etagere

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Capture the essence of coastal elegance with this stunning vintage rattan and bamboo étagère, distinguished by its gracefully notched arched top. This beautifully crafted piece showc...

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Glass

Brutal Hand Sculpted Copper Shelf By Lou Ramirez
Brutal Hand Sculpted Copper Shelf By Lou Ramirez

Brutal Hand Sculpted Copper Shelf By Lou Ramirez

By Lou Ramirez

Located in Monrovia, CA

2 Piece Brutal Hand Sculpted Individual Copper Tiled And Hand Hammered Shelving Unit With Glass Shelves. This Beautiful 2 Piece Brutalist Hand Sculpted Copper Shelving Unit Has 3 ...

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Late 20th Century American Brutalist Shelves

Materials

Copper

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Glass Show Case For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the glass show case you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of glass, wood and metal, every glass show case was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a glass show case — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each glass show case bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Neoclassical hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Glass Show Case?

A glass show case can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,500, while the lowest priced sells for $825 and the highest can go for as much as $6,400.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

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.

Questions About Glass Show Case

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How cased glass is made varies. In some cases, an artisan blows a new layer of glass over top of an already-produced piece. Alternatively, a glassmaker can layer glass and blow it out at one time. Shop a selection of cased glass decorative objects and lighting on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A glass display case is also called a showcase, vitrine, or display cabinet. It usually has one or more panels of transparent glass that allows for proper display of your treasured collectibles. Find a collection of antique and vintage furniture on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether Ray-Ban sunglass cases are leather varies. Ray-Ban eyewear typically comes in a faux leather case, but Ray-Ban has released limited edition genuine leather cases for purchase separately over the years. Find a variety of Ray-Ban sunglasses on 1stDibs.

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