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What is a piece of furniture with shelves called?
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What a piece of furniture with shelves is called depends on its overall design. An item with rows of shelves that has an open back is an étagère, while a similar piece with a closed back is a bookcase. In some cases, a large étagère may be referred to as a shelving unit. A cabinet is a piece of furniture that has shelves hidden behind doors. If a furnishing has drawers and cabinets on the bottom and open shelving on the top, it is a hutch. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of storage furniture and case pieces.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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White Surfer Bookcase, Bookshelves, Design object
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add a Touch of Contemporary Artistry to Your Space with the White Surfer Bookcase Bookshelves Design Object
Elevate your interior decor with the White...
Category
2010s Turkish Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Credenza by Ramseur
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Perícia credenza
By Project 213A
Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT
PERICIA CREDENZA, designed in 2025.
Handmade by skilled artisans in solid oak. The credenza has intricate joining details based on traditional Portuguese craftmenship..
Bespoke di...
Category
2010s Portuguese Modern Credenzas
Materials
Oak
$18,783 / item
Portuguese 18th Century Faux Bois Painted Cabinet
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An exceptional Portuguese cabinet from the 18th century with faux bois painted exterior to mimic the exotic woods of the colonies, like rosewood and mahogany, that expertly captures ...
Category
Antique 18th Century Portuguese Other Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Iron
Expertly Restored - Vintage Mid-Century Walnut & Glass Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Wood, Walnut
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Cabinet Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a large, old Japanese black chest (Tansu) made in the Meiji period (1860s–1900s). It is crafted from sugi (Japanese cedar), a traditional material in Japan. Over the years, t...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Sideboards
Materials
Cedar
