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How deep should storage shelves be?
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Storage shelves need to be large enough to properly and safely hold items but not too large that items will get lost or hidden behind each other. In a garage 12” is a good depth for smaller items and 16” for larger items.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Globe Wernicke four tier glazed sectional / modular / barrister's bookcase 1920s
Comes apart in sections for easy transportation.
Height 152cm
Width 87cm
Depth at top and base plin...
Category
Early 20th Century American American Classical Bookcases
Materials
Brass
$3,125 Sale Price / set
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19Thc Amazing Brass & Iron Large Bakers Rack
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine and very large French style bakers rack is in fine condition.This rack / shelf has custom made sized glass. This rack is in very good condition. This is the largest bakers ...
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Antique Late 19th Century American French Provincial Shelves
Materials
Iron
$2,636 Sale Price
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Charlotte Perriand Nuage Shelving Unit, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shelving unit model nuage designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1952-56.
Relaunched by Cassina in 2012.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
Authenticity and avant-garde characterise Char...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
$33,616 Sale Price / item
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Charlotte Perriand Nuage Shelving Unit, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shelving Unit designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1952-56.
Relaunched by Cassina in 2012.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
Authenticity and avant-garde characterise Charlotte Perria...
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
$25,324 Sale Price / item
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Poul Cadovius Room Divider Teak Royal Wall System Free standing shelving Unit
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A rare opportunity to acquire an original free-standing room divider with 7 solid teak poles (only 6 photographed) from Poul Cadovius’ iconic Royal System. Designed in 1948, the Roya...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
$18,645 Sale Price
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Antique Faux Painted Carved Walnut Etagere With Mirror C1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Faux Painted Carved Walnut Etagere With Mirror C1890
Measures - 82" x 42 7/8" x 16 3/8"
An antique etagere from circa 1890, crafted from carved walnut with a faux painted f...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Shelves
Materials
Walnut
$600 Sale Price
20% Off