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What is a modular bookshelf?

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What is a modular bookshelf?
A modular bookshelf is a type of storage furniture made up of boxy pieces that you purchase separately or in groups. The design allows you to arrange the pieces any way you wish to create a custom bookcase. You'll find a range of modular bookshelves on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Vintage Modular Shelving Units By Van Pelt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exquisite MCM Modular Shelving Units by Van Pelt, crafted with meticulous attention to detail in
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Teak

Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional
By Kay Leroy Ruggles, Directional
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. USA. Modular shelving unit with gorgeous sun fading.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Plastic

Blond Wood Modular Shelving Units
Located in London, GB
These versatile modular storage units, crafted from beech wood, are a beautiful example of
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Beech

1970s Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional 26 Pieces
By Kay Leroy Ruggles
Located in Monrovia, CA
1970s UMBO Modular Shelving Unit Designed by Kay LeRoy Ruggles For Directional, Made In The USA, 26
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Plastic

Pine Modular Shelving Unit by Lundia
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1990s. Modular pine shelving unit with movable shelves. More shelves included too.
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1990s Finnish Shelves

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Pine

Tetra, Solid Walnut Contemporary Modular Shelving Units, Made in Ratio
By Brodie Neill, Made in Ratio
Located in London, GB
walnut. The modular trapezoid cell can be used as a single unit or can be built up to create endless
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2010s British Minimalist Shelves

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Oak, Walnut

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