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Vintage MCM Burlwood and Lucite Shelving Wall Unit Circa 1970
By Milo Baughman
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Fantastic Hanging Wall Mounted Wall Unit Shelf System Burlwood fronts with ebonized base. Hanging
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Lucite, Burl

1970's Edward Wormley for Dunbar Wall Shelving Unit Cabinet
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage Mid-century Modern shelf for sale. It was manufactured in the 1970's by Dunbar, and
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Burl

Italian Fondart House Shelving Unit, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
A gorgeous, unique and exclusive Italian shelving unit. Glossily polished brass and mirrored glass
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Vintage 1970s Italian Shelves

Materials

Brass

Italian Fondart House Shelving Unit, 1970s
Italian Fondart House Shelving Unit, 1970s
H 70.87 in W 47.25 in D 13.78 in
1970s Rattan Shelving Unit / Etagere
By Ficks Reed
Located in Burbank, CA
Vintage 1970s rattan shelf for sale. The top shelf has a glass shelf, and has two other shelves. It has three lower bottom drawers. It has a great arching design, and is in great ori...
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Vintage 1970s American Bohemian Shelves

Materials

Rattan, Glass

1970s Rattan Shelving Unit / Etagere
1970s Rattan Shelving Unit / Etagere
H 77.5 in W 32 in D 18 in
Luca Meda Shelving Unit, Molteni, Italy, c1970
By Molteni & C, Luca Meda
Located in London, GB
design contributed to his refined design sensibilities. This wall mounted shelving unit is extremely
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Luca Meda Shelving Unit, Molteni, Italy, c1970
Luca Meda Shelving Unit, Molteni, Italy, c1970
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 2.37 in
1970's Chrome & Glass Shelving Unit in the Style of Romeo Rega
By Romeo Rega
Located in Lisboa, PT
This shelving unit was designed in the style of Romeo Rega, in Italy, during the 1970s. Each of the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Vintage Three Tier Intricate Inlay Corner Shelving Unit
Located in Seattle, WA
This Shelving unit Features a Bright White Floral Motif. Possibly She’ll Inlay , Possibly From
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Ebonized Oak Shelving Units Denmark, Niels Gammelgaard 1970s
By Niels Gammelgaard
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice looking Shelving system beautiful Ebonized solid oak shelves. Ideal as a room divider or
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Ettore Sottsass Essetre Shelving Unit for Poltronova, 1970s
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Padova, IT
Milan in 1970. The Mobili Grigi series included furnishing that Sottsass designed with the intention of
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Fiberglass

Mid Century Brass Hollywood Regency Large Etagere, Wall Unit, or Shelving Unit
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large statement piece in very good condition. This wall unit features anodized brass aluminum
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage American Industrial Freestanding Bookshelf or Shelving Wall Unit
Located in Seattle, WA
Industrial Metal Shelf Unit, Green Patina. This is a hardy and heavy industrial, rolling shelving
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

1970s Brown Suede and Brass Shelving Unit
By Jacques Charpentier, Willy Rizzo, Pierre Cardin
Located in Garnerville, NY
A spectacular three tiered suede and brass shelving unit. Wrapped brown suede (Nubuck?) shelves
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

1970s Brown Suede and Brass Shelving Unit
1970s Brown Suede and Brass Shelving Unit
H 44.5 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in
Danish Modern Shelving Unit with Sliding Glass Doors
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish modern shelving unit features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Pierre Vandel 1970’s Shelving
By Pierre Vandel
Located in London, Lambeth
A Pierre Vandel black lacquered shelving unit, with five glass shelves Cc1970’s French
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Pierre Vandel 1970’s Shelving
Pierre Vandel 1970’s Shelving
H 74.81 in W 35.44 in D 14.57 in
Solid Brass and chrome with glass shelving unit
By Renato Zevi
Located in Toronto, ON
Solid Chrome and brass/bronze two toned shelf with up to 6 glass shelves. This solid and sturdy shelf features two metals: chrome and brass. The chrome has minimal patina. The brass ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Vintage Geometric Gold-plated Shelving Unit by Belgo Chrom, 1970s
By Belgo Chrome
Located in Zwijndrecht, Antwerp
Gold plated geometric etagère by Belgo Chrom, produced in the 1970’s. This console is also often
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Brass

Gorgeous Mid-Century Oak, Cane & Chrome Wall Unit Featuring Adjustable Shelving
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous mid-century oak, cane & chrome wall unit featuring adjustable shelving. Absolutely love
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

1920's Late Victorian Pigeon Hole Unit - Storage - Shelving Unit (Model 32)
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1920’s Late Victorian Pigeon Hole Unit – Storage – Shelving Unit (Model 32) 1920’s Late Victorian
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Vintage 1920s English Shelves

Materials

Pine

1920's Late Victorian Pigeon Hole Unit - Storage - Shelving Unit (Model 30)
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1920’s Late Victorian Pigeon Hole Unit – Storage – Shelving Unit (Model 30) 1920’s Late Victorian
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Vintage 1920s English Shelves

Materials

Pine

1920's Late Victorian Pigeon Hole Unit, Storage, Shelving Unit 'Model 33'
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1920’s Late Victorian pigeon hole unit – storage – shelving unit (Model 33). 1920’s Late Victorian
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Vintage 1920s English Shelves

Materials

Pine

1920's Late Victorian Pigeon Hole Unit, Storage, Shelving Unit 'Model 23'
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1920’s Late Victorian pigeon hole unit – storage – shelving unit (Model 23) 1920’s Late
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Vintage 1920s British Shelves

Materials

Pine

Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Room Divider Wall Unit Shelving
By Broyhill Brasilia
Located in Countryside, IL
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Room Divider Wall Unit Shelving This wall unit measures: 54 wide x
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Pair of Kim Moltzer Brushed Steel Brass Green Lucite Shelving Units
By Kim Moltzer
Located in Paris, IDF
Simple lines point to this beautiful pair of shelving vitrines units mid-century roots. Designed by
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass, Steel

Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Freestanding Wall Unit Shelving
Located in Countryside, IL
Mid century walnut and chrome freestanding wall unit shelving Wall unit measures: 30 wide x 16
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Philippe Starck John Ild Model Shelving Unit, circa 1977, France.
By Philippe Starck
Located in Brussels, BE
Philippe Starck John Ild model self-carying shelving unit for Disform, circa 1977, France. 5 black
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Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century TOMADO Style Red and Grey Industrial Shelving Unit
By Tomado, Jan Van Der Togt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Tomado style industrial shelving with Red and Grey shelves on black enameled metal
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Etageres Shelving Units Flat Chrome & Glass
By Milo Baughman
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern flat bar chrome Etageres with 1/2 inch thick glass shelving. In
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Kesterport Gold Glass Polygonal Etagere Brass Shelving 1980s Display Unit
By Kesterport
Located in London, GB
ORIGIN: England DATE OF MANUFACTURE: c. 1970's PERIOD: 1970 - 1979 MATERIALS & TECHNIQUES: Brass
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Vintage 1970s British Hollywood Regency Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

1970s Geometrical Chrome Shelving Unit in the Manner of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Bensalem, PA
Uniquely shaped chrome etatgere with recessed smoked glass shelves.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Oak Freestanding Wall Unit Shelving/Bookcase by Lou Hodges, c1970s
By Lou Hodges
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Freestanding Wall Unit Shelving, masterfully designed by Lou Hodges for the renowned California Design Group in
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Cerused Oak Modular Wall Unit Shelving or Room Divider by Lou Hodges, c1970s
By Lou Hodges
Located in Chino Hills, CA
For sale is mid-century modern marvel - a cerused oak modular standalone shelving unit, designed by
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Pair of Teak effect Bedside Tables shelving units by Schreiber, 70s
By Schreiber
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Pair of mid century Schreiber bedside tables. An original vintage 1970's units by Schreiber
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Industrial Modular Shelving Display
Located in London, GB
A set of 18 metal cubes, which are modular, so can be combined to create shelving or used
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Late 20th Century Belgian Shelves

Materials

Metal

Industrial Modular Shelving Display
Industrial Modular Shelving Display
H 53.15 in W 106.3 in D 17.72 in
Pierre Vandel 1970's Two Section Black Lacquered & Brass Étagères Open Shelving
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Norwich, GB
finish in places, and there has been a small touch up to the front top edge on the larger shelving
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Vintage 1970s French Minimalist Shelves

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Brutalist Oak Midcentury Dutch Shelving
Located in London, GB
A brutalist oak shelving display unit. Holland, circa 1970s. Good condition. Ideal for
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Late 20th Century Dutch Shelves

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Oak Midcentury Dutch Shelving
Brutalist Oak Midcentury Dutch Shelving
H 74.81 in W 38.59 in D 8.27 in
Enzo Mari Dima Modular Wall Shelving System
By Simon Furniture, Enzo Mari
Located in Chicago, IL
Enzo Mari Dima modular wall shelving system for Simon International Dima Italy, circa 1970
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Abstracta Shelving Sofa Table
By Abstracta
Located in Chicago, IL
Horizontal tubular frame, sturdy to hold 3 Carrara marble slabs, sofa table or wall unit.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal

Abstracta Shelving Sofa Table
Abstracta Shelving Sofa Table
H 24 in W 95 in D 21.25 in
Vintage Tubular Aluminum Industrial Shelving or Étagère
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Very chic industrial shelving unit. Three glass shelves. Adapted from found architectural
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Mid-20th Century Great Britain (UK) Industrial Shelves

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Vintage Modernist Tubular Black Metal Shelving Etagere with Tinted Glass, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Modernist Tubular black metal shelving units/Etagere with tinted glass - pair Vintage
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Orba Shelving System by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection
By Pace Collection, Janet Schweitzer
Located in Hanover, MA
joints seem seamless. Each bottom shelf is fitted with a lighting unit. Five heavy glass shelves. Janet
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

1970's Hollywood Regency Etagere / Shelf
By Maison Jansen, Milo Baughman, Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Burbank, CA
Gorgeous vintage Mid century Modern shelving unit for sale. Manufactured in the 1970's, and very
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare 3 bay wall unit Georges Nelson CSS Shelf Palisander
By George Nelson
Located in London, GB
Georges Nelson Css shelving unit in Palissander Inc 6 shelfs ( 3 wide 3 narrow) 1 desk
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Vintage 1970s American Shelves

Materials

Bamboo

Pierre Vandel Gold Brass Glass Etagere on Wheels 1970s Drinks Trolley Shelving
By Pierre Vandel
Located in London, GB
hallmarks of his best work. The four-shelved unit is mounted on to four metal swivel castor wheels, allowing
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Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Aluminum

1970s Anna Castelli Kartell Yellow 5-Tier Stackable Componibili Pop Art Shelving
By Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Kartell
Located in Hyattsville, MD
1970s original production Componibili storage units in bright primary yellow by Anna Castelli for
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Plastic

An Italian Wood Bookshelf or Console Table, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
A three-tier ash wood shelving unit or console with a columnar support with brass details, resting
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Restored Mid-Century Modern Solid Wood Wall Unit with Black Leather & Steel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unit. This piece is a perfect blend of vintage allure and modern sophistication, crafted from high
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome, Metal

Freestanding Michel Ducaroy Wall Unit in Acrylic and Aluminum for Roche Bobois
By Michel Ducaroy, Roche Bobois
Located in Markington, GB
Freestanding Michel Ducaroy modular wall unit in acrylic and aluminum for Roche Bobois
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Calligaris Wall Unit. Glass Shelves, Aluminum Frame, Wood Drawer. Signed.
By Calligaris
Located in Kansas City, MO
Single Bay wall shelving unit by Calligaris, Italy, 1970s. Each piece of glass is signed
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

1970s Romeo Rega Manner Octagonal Brass Lacquered Glass Display Unit Zevi
By Romeo Rega
Located in London, GB
: two bases; and the three shelving units, the split of which you can make out from the pictures
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases

Materials

Gold Plate, Metal

Poul Cadovius For Royal System Cado Danish Rosewood Four Bay Wall Unit
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Peabody, MA
Royal System “Cado” four bay wall unit in rosewood, designed by Poul Cadovius circa 1960s, Denmark
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

1970's Large Mid-Century Glass Fronted Bookcase, Cabinet
Located in Hook, Hampshire
bookcase – cabinet. Beautiful simple and classic mid century shelving unit sourced in the Czech Republic
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Vintage 1970s Czech Shelves

Materials

Oak

1970s Brass Faux Bamboo Glass Display Unit Hollywood Regency Zevi Rega 1980s
Located in London, GB
An amazing late 1970s early 1980s Italian display unit etagere in brass plated faux bamboo and the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Pair of Mid Century Modern Burl Wood Etageres, Wall Unit or Book Shelves
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning transitional pair of matching shelving units from the 1970's. They feature burl wood
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Burl

1970's Large Double Mid Century Open Bookcase, Glass Fronted
Located in Hook, Hampshire
bookcase – glass fronted. Beautiful simple and classic mid century shelving unit sourced in the Czech
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Vintage 1970s Czech Shelves

Materials

Birch

1970's Hollywood Regency Brass Etagere Shelves, a Pair
By Milo Baughman
Located in Burbank, CA
Pair of vintage Mid-Century Modern brass shelving units for sale. From the 1970's, and a beautiful
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Etagere Display Cabinet by Zevi
By Renato Zevi
Located in London, GB
made especially for this, they are in immaculate condition. We have a matching lower shelving unit and
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Etagere Display Cabinet by Zevi
Vintage Italian Etagere Display Cabinet by Zevi
H 79.53 in W 29.93 in D 14.97 in
Vintage Italian Etagere Display Cabinet by Zevi
By Renato Zevi
Located in London, GB
made especially for this, they are in immaculate condition. We have a matching taller shelving unit
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Etagere Display Cabinet by Zevi
Vintage Italian Etagere Display Cabinet by Zevi
H 40.95 in W 29.93 in D 14.97 in
Mid-Century Modern Brass Etagere Painted White
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-Century Modern brass etagere shelving fixture painted white. Tall and sturdy this shelving unit
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood "Pega" Bookcase by Ib Juul Christiansen, 1970s.
By Ib Juul Christensen
Located in Asaa, DK
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood "Pega" Wall Unit by Ib Juul Christiansen, 1970s. Large 3 bay Mid
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Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Wall Mounted Cabinet by Charlotte Perriand for 'Les Arcs', France, 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Antwerp, BE
; Storage Unit; Shelving Unit; Europe; Minimalist; Mid-Century Modern; Wall mounted cabinet designed by
Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Pine

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1970 Shelving Unit For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal 1970 shelving unit for your home. Frequently made of metal, glass and wood, every 1970 shelving unit was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect 1970 shelving unit — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A 1970 shelving unit, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Milo Baughman, Paul Evans and Belgo Chrome each produced at least one beautiful 1970 shelving unit that is worth considering.

How Much is a 1970 Shelving Unit?

Prices for a 1970 shelving unit can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1 and can go as high as $38,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,800.

Finding the Right storage-case-pieces 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.

Questions About 1970 Shelving Unit
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A shelving unit is a flexible piece of furniture with shelves that can be rearranged to accommodate various objects such as books, collectibles, sculptures and other items for display. It can also feature dividers and can be moved or adjusted for added functionality. Shop a collection of antique and vintage shelving units and shelves on 1stDibs.

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