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Early 19th C Original Grey Painted Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th C original grey painted built in shelfing or bucket bench from Pennsylvania. This shelf is
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Country Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Italian Plastic Mirror with a Shelf by SALC
By Collezione Salc
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous one piece round mirror with built in shelf. In excellent vintage condition with minimal
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Plastic

Mirror Made In Teak With Shelf, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This teak mirror with a built-in shelf epitomizes the timeless elegance of Danish design from the
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Mirror, Teak

Custom Compact Sideboard in Oak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
features sculpted wooden handles with beveled sliding doors. Built in shelf provided as pictured.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Credenzas

Materials

Oak

Custom Compact Sideboard in Oak
Custom Compact Sideboard in Oak
H 26.5 in W 60 in D 16.25 in
Cini Boeri, Sofa, Plastic, Leather, Gavina Knoll, Italy 1970s
By Cini Boeri, Gavina
Located in High Point, NC
produced by Gavina, Knoll, 1970s. Backside features a built in shelf. 13.5” seat height
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Sofas

Materials

Leather, Plastic

1970s James Mont Style Ebonized Armoire
By James Mont
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lacquered frame, three adjustable shelves on the top, and one built-in shelf on the bottom. The two bottom
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Corniac Console without Shelf by LK Edition
Located in Geneve, CH
brushed cedar and lacquer. Also available with a built-in shelf. It is with the sense of detail and
Category

2010s French Modern Sideboards

Materials

Cedar, Lacquer

Corniac Console without Shelf by LK Edition
Corniac Console without Shelf by LK Edition
H 32.68 in W 17.33 in D 118.12 in
Mid Century Modern Teak Danish Modern Younger Sideboard Finished Back
By Younger Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
capabilities to hold records, 1 with built-in shelf. Three dovetailed drawers; top drawer holds dividers
Category

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Teak

Late 17th Century Northern European Walnut Secretary
Located in Pasadena, CA
swing out to hold a built in shelf. The lower portion divided into four stepped drawers, resting on
Category

Antique Late 17th Century Baroque Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

End Table with Tray by Hans J. Wegner
By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Sagaponack, NY
features built-in shelf and pullout serving tray on oak legs. Crafted by Johannes Hansen in Denmark circa
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern End Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

Normann Copenhagen Stay Side Table by Jonas Wagell
By Normann Copenhagen, Jonas Wagell Design & Architecture
Located in New York, NY
can be used for numerous purposes throughout the entire home. The practical, built-in shelf is
Category

2010s Danish Tables

Materials

Steel

Normann Copenhagen Stay Rust Table by Jonas Wagell
By Normann Copenhagen, Jonas Wagell Design & Architecture
Located in New York, NY
can be used for numerous purposes throughout the entire home. The practical, built-in shelf is
Category

2010s Danish Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Wall Shelf with Built-In Lamps by Uluv, Czechoslovakia 1960´s
By ULUV Krásná jizba
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century wooden shelf made by ULUV company in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s. It´s
Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Rattan Shelf Display Unit with Built in Planter Room Divider Circa 1950s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage rattan shelving unit with a built in planter. Herringbone decoration on this very versable
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rattan, Formica, Plywood

21st Century Minimalist Rift Sawn White Oak Entry, Mudroom, Side Table Bench
By Taiye Doughty
Located in Oakhurst, NJ
bench features a built-in shelf, offering convenient storage for footwear and enhancing organization in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Benches

Materials

Oak

Kirk Sofa Armchair, Living, Orange, Black, Moder Design, Lounge, Hotel, Metal
By EMILIO NANNI
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
by the addition of a built-in shelf on either the right or left hand side of both the sofa and the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Kirk Sofa Three Place, Living, Black, Moder Design, Lounge, Hotel, Metal, Soft
By EMILIO NANNI
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
by the addition of a built-in shelf on either the right or left hand side of both the sofa and the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Kirk Sofa Two Place, Living, Black, Moder Design, Lounge, Hotel, Metal, Soft
By EMILIO NANNI
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
by the addition of a built-in shelf on either the right or left hand side of both the sofa and the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Metal

Cartesio TV Stand with Matt Black Frame by Lapo Ciatti
By Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
stand/TV stand with cable management column and built-in shelf for TVs from 43 to 82 inches. Structure
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Music Stands

Materials

Steel

Cartesio TV Stand with Glossy Gold Leaf Frame by Lapo Ciatti
By Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
stand/TV stand with cable management column and built-in shelf for TVs from 43 to 82 inches. Structure
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Music Stands

Materials

Steel

19th Century Neoclassical Painted Built-In Antique Corner Cupboard Cabinet
Located in Shippensburg, PA
fantastic neoclassical built-in cupboard from the late 19th century, this gorgeous piece is worn with a
Category

Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Corner Cupboards

Materials

Wood, Paint

Cartesio Black Writing Board with Matt Black Frame by Lapo Ciatti
By Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
stand/TV stand with cable management column and built-in shelf for TVs from 43 to 82 inches. Structure
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Hat Racks and Stands

Materials

Steel

Stair Shelf Installation Shelf by Haus Otto
Located in Geneve, CH
Stair Shelf Installation Shelf by Haus Otto Dimensions: D100 x W85 x (95cm/170cm/245cm
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Stair Shelf Installation Shelf by Haus Otto
Stair Shelf Installation Shelf by Haus Otto
H 96.46 in W 33.47 in D 39.38 in
AgathaConsole Table in Reclaimed Heart-Pine, Built to Order by Petersen Antiques
By Ken Petersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This custom built console table is made using reclaimed, vintage wood. It has a shelf and two
Category

2010s American Primitive Console Tables

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Wood-Fired Hand Built Bowl with Shino Glaze
By Helena Starcevic Ceramics
Located in New York, NY
This small hand built ceramic bowl is truly unique, from the rustic hand formed shape to the
Category

2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Stoneware, Ceramic

'Ongo' Coffee Table in Walnut and With Shelf for Hida
By Hida
Located in Glendale, CA
'Ongo' coffee table in walnut and with shelf for Hida. For centuries, famed Hida artisans in Gifu
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Wood, Walnut

'Ongo' Coffee Table in Oak and With Shelf for Hida
By Hida
Located in Glendale, CA
'Ongo' coffee table in oak and with shelf for Hida. For centuries, famed Hida artisans in Gifu
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Wood, Oak

Sculpture Shelf in Copper Pipe by T J Volonis, Modernist / Architectural
By TJ Volonis
Located in Buffalo, NY
An intricately built shelf skillfully constructed from 1/2" copper tubing.4 tier shelf,, Amazing
Category

Early 2000s American Industrial Shelves

Materials

Copper

Lounge Wall Hang Shelf
Located in Vandoma, PT
know how, this piece is made to last and is built with sublime finishes.  
Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Shelves

Materials

Iron

Lounge Wall Hang Shelf
Lounge Wall Hang Shelf
H 7.88 in W 71.66 in D 7.88 in
Lounge Wall Hang Shelf
Located in Vandoma, PT
how, this piece is made to last and is built with sublime finishes.  
Category

2010s Portuguese Industrial Shelves

Materials

Iron

Lounge Wall Hang Shelf
Lounge Wall Hang Shelf
H 7.88 in W 47.64 in D 7.88 in
Penta Shelf by Corradino Garofalo
Located in Geneve, CH
Penta shelf by Corradino Garofalo Limited Edition of 9 + 1 a.p. Dimensions: D 42 x W 42 x H 210
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Stone

Penta Shelf by Corradino Garofalo
Penta Shelf by Corradino Garofalo
H 82.68 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Bendy Shelf by Studiopepe for Mingardo
By Mingardo, Studiopepe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bendy Shelf designed by Studiopepe for Mingardo. Bendy is a shelf built of a single stainless steel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Nickel, Stainless Steel

Bendy Shelf by Studiopepe for Mingardo
Bendy Shelf by Studiopepe for Mingardo
H 3.94 in W 21.66 in D 9.85 in
Basic Shelf by Hot Wire Extensions
Located in Geneve, CH
Basic shelf by Hot Wire Extensions Limited edition Materials: Waste SLS 3D nylon powder, Sand from
Category

2010s British Modern Hat Racks and Stands

Materials

Nylon

Basic Shelf by Hot Wire Extensions
Basic Shelf by Hot Wire Extensions
H 44.1 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in
Erode Wall Shelf by Aaron Scott
By Aaron Scott Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Erode Wall Shelf by Aaron Scott Dimensions: D 25 x W 101.5 x H 23 cm. Materials: White oak
Category

2010s American Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Erode Wall Shelf by Aaron Scott
Erode Wall Shelf by Aaron Scott
H 9.06 in W 39.97 in D 9.85 in
LXV Wall Shelf by Aaron Scott
By Aaron Scott Design
Located in Geneve, CH
LXV wall shelf by Aaron Scott Dimensions: D 22 x W 56 x H 41 cm Materials: Walnut. Also
Category

2010s American Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

LXV Wall Shelf by Aaron Scott
LXV Wall Shelf by Aaron Scott
H 16.15 in W 22.05 in D 8.67 in
Gold and Brown Wood Fired Hand Built Bowl with Swirling Shino Glaze
By Helena Starcevic Ceramics
Located in New York, NY
A spectacular example of the possible results from a wood firnig. This small hand built ceramic
Category

2010s American Organic Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware

Endless Garden Shelf by Haus Otto
Located in Geneve, CH
Endless Garden Shelf by Haus Otto Dimensions: D30 x W90 x H66 cm Materials: Brushed Red Oak
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Endless Garden Shelf by Haus Otto
Endless Garden Shelf by Haus Otto
H 25.99 in W 35.44 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Custom Built Silver Lacquered Waterfall Raffia Wrapped Two-Door Cabinets
Located in Chicago, IL
and out, simple chrome pulls and European style heavy duty hinges and a single adjustable shelf. One
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

Restored Pencil Reed Rattan Wall Shelf Pedestals, Pair in the style of Crespi
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Van Nuys, CA
-born architect and interior designer whose work spanned eight decades and many countries. László built
Category

Vintage 1950s Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rattan

Tramp Art Shell Embedded Wall Shelf Unit
Located in San Diego, CA
A very nice vintage "Tramp Art" wall shelf made of wood with imbedded sea shells, circa 1940s. The
Category

Mid-20th Century American Folk Art Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood, Shell

Tramp Art Shell Embedded Wall Shelf Unit
Tramp Art Shell Embedded Wall Shelf Unit
H 38 in W 20.25 in D 6.5 in
Corniac Console with Shelf by LK Edition
Located in Geneve, CH
Corniac console with Shelf by LK Edition Dimensions: 300 x 44 x H 83 cm Materials: Tinted and
Category

2010s French Modern Sideboards

Materials

Cedar, Lacquer

Corniac Console with Shelf by LK Edition
Corniac Console with Shelf by LK Edition
H 32.68 in W 17.33 in D 118.12 in
Stair Shelf Seating Object by Haus Otto
Located in Geneve, CH
Stair Shelf Seating Object by Haus Otto Dimensions: D100 x W85 x H95 cm Materials: Painted
Category

2010s German Post-Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Stair Shelf Seating Object by Haus Otto
Stair Shelf Seating Object by Haus Otto
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 39.38 in
Piana Wall Hang Shelf 1 Sliding Door
Located in Vandoma, PT
, this piece is made to last and is built with sublime finishes.  
Category

2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Iron

Piana Wall Hang Shelf 1 Sliding Door
Piana Wall Hang Shelf 1 Sliding Door
H 12.21 in W 63 in D 9.85 in
19th Century French Wooden Shelf with Original Patina
Located in High Point, NC
period piece. Built in France in the 1800s, the tall, bee-hived shaped structure houses an array of
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Shelves

Materials

Wood

BIJOU, modern sculptural shelf, object of art, collectible quiet luxury
By Vladimir Krasnogorov, Thomas W. Newman
Located in Hoboken, NJ
BIJOU- "an object, especially of a residence, small and elegant." Sculptural shelf with organic
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shelves

Materials

Sapele Wood

18th Century Carved Giltwood Shelf / Wall Bracket / Architectural Corbel
Located in Madrid, ES
corbel, supporting a larger ledge or shelf in a sumptuously decorated interior space, or built as an
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Spanish Baroque Wall Brackets

Materials

Wrought Iron

Restored Rattan and Mahogany Secretary Desk W/ Side Shelf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
storage and two-tier side shelf built in for further storage. The desk measures: 29.5" high x 36.5
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Restored Tropical Koa Wood Corner Shelf W/ Rattan Boarder
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original Streamline Koa wood corner shelf with rattan border with 4 tiers. Designed in the manner
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Shelves

Materials

Rattan

Restored Midcentury Circular Rattan Wall Shelf with Mahogany Slats
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Circular rattan wall self, circa 1950. This rare rattan wall shelf features unique five strand
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Founders X-Frame Wooden Coffee / Cocktail Table with Magazine Shelf
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century rectangular wooden coffee table with x-shaped legs and built-in magazine shelf
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Aesthetic Movement Tiger Tortoise Bamboo Newspaper Rack w/ Shelf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Antique Aesthetic Movement tiger bamboo magazine rack with divider and bottom shelf. The rack
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Late Victorian Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Bamboo

Pair of Restored Rattan and Mahogany Bookcase Shelf Consoles
Located in Van Nuys, CA
designer whose work spanned eight decades and many countries. László built his reputation while designing
Category

Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Restored Circular Rattan Wall "Skeleton" Shelf W/ Glass Tiers
Located in Van Nuys, CA
-born architect and interior designer whose work spanned eight decades and many countries. László built
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Rattan

Restored Circular Rattan "Skeleton" Wall Shelf W/ Slat Glass
Located in Van Nuys, CA
architect and interior designer whose work spanned eight decades and many countries. László built his
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rattan

18th Century German Baroque Architectural Putti Bust Wall Shelf Carving
Located in Forney, TX
A finely carved Baroque period architectural element, now fashioned as a sculptural bracket shelf
Category

Antique 18th Century German Baroque Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Walnut

Post War Rattan Vanity Table Console Mirror with Shelf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Post War rattan table top console mirror with built-in two-tier shelving. Perfect for a vanity
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Mirrors

Materials

Rattan

Marcelo Coffee Table with Clear Glass Top and Stone Shelf
Located in Buchanan, NY
features a white stone base shelf and a clear glass top, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication to
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Iron

Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs “Välipala” Shelf System, Finland, 1950s
By Mikko Nupponen, Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs
Located in Utrecht, NL
This “Välipala” shelf is, for a lack of better words, stunning. The versatile modular system is eye
Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Antique European Black Forest Carved Wall Shelf Plate Display Rack German
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique European Black Forest Carved Wall Shelf Plate Display Rack German. Direct from Europe
Category

Antique 1890s German Black Forest Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood

Davis Cabinet Co Teakwood Chinoiserie Library Bookcase Cabinet Shelf Commode
By Davis Cabinet Company
Located in Dayton, OH
built of solid wood must of necessity rack itself to pieces through the inexorable changes of expansion
Category

Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Bookcases

Materials

Teak

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Built In Shelf For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic built in shelf available at 1stDibs. A built in shelf — often made from wood, metal and oak — can elevate any home. Find 202 options for an antique or vintage built in shelf now, or shop our selection of 115 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the built in shelf you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A built in shelf made by modern designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one built in shelf that is appealing in its simplicity, but Max Jungblut, Blake Tovin and Matt Richmond produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Built In Shelf?

The average selling price for a built in shelf at 1stDibs is $4,894, while they’re typically $68 on the low end and $361,661 for the highest priced.
Questions About Built In Shelf
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Cosanti was first built in 1956 based on designs that Italian-American architect Paolo Soleri created. Today, the gallery and studio in Paradise Valley, Arizona, is an Arizona Historic Site and is open for the public to tour. Find a collection of Paolo Soleri pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Built-in cabinets are cabinets that are constructed to fit a specific space. Typically these cabinets are set into the wall.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Paimio Sanatorium was built in 1933 in Paimio, Finland. It originally served as a sanatorium for tuberculosis patients. Architect Alvar Aalto designed the building and the furniture it contained. You'll find a variety of Alvar Aalto furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A mantle shelf is a frame around the opening of a fireplace mostly made of stone or wood. In the olden days, it was designed as a decorative hood over the fire grate to catch smoke. The term has evolved now, and it includes a variety of decorative frameworks around the fireplace, with elaborate designs extending to the ceiling. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage fireplace mantels.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A shelf unit is a piece of storage furniture that can be adjusted to fit objects or collectibles for display of varying sizes . Shelving units can be made of different materials, but the most popular is wood. Find a collection of antique and vintage shelving units on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    To display bags on a shelf, first stuff them with acid-free tissue paper or white cotton towels. Doing so will help the bags maintain their shape. Next, arrange them in an appealing way. For example, you might want to group certain colors or materials. To reduce the risk of fading, choose a location that doesn't receive direct sunlight. Also, wipe the bags regularly with a water-dampened cloth to remove dust. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of handbags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    A pantry shelf should be 16 to 20 inches deep.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    To organize your handbags on a shelf, take an approach that makes sense for you. Depending on your preferences, you can arrange handbags by size, color, type or how often you wear them. Most bags benefit from being stored upright in their original dust bags. Adding acid-free tissue paper or white cotton towel stuffing can help stored handbags maintain their shapes. Refer to the care cards included with your handbags for specific storage advice. Find a variety of handbags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 29, 2024
    A mantel shelf is typically mounted 12 inches above the inner section of a fireplace, which is called the firebox.

    Today, fireplaces and mantels can be seen as a focal point in your decor. Vintage fireplaces and mantels have earned their coveted position as desirable focal points in any room over the course of a staggering evolution in design that has yielded everything from intricately carved works of limestone to sleek works of wood paneling and rolled steel.

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