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What type of glass is used for shelving?
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Tempered glass is used most often for shelving. It is five to six times stronger than ordinary glass and provides better protection and safety. Shop a variety of vintage and antique tempered glass on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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Vintage Chrome & Glass Tower Shelving Unit Bookshelf
By Milo Baughman, Design Institute America
Located in Bensalem, PA
1970s chrome and glass shelving unit I believe it was by design Institute of America.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
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 ...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Brass, Chrome
$1,760 Sale Price
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Chrome and Glass Étagère or Shelving or Display
Located in Kansas City, MO
Chrome and glass étagère. Striking asymmetrical design. Very good to excellent condition.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Mid Century Chrome and Glass Etagere or Bookcase Shelving, 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century etagere bookcase shelf rendered in chrome plated steel frame with glass shelves, Finished on all sides, can float in middle of room. c 1970s.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Modern Italian-style Brass and Chrome Shelving Unit with Smoked Glass
Located in Greenwich, CT
Features a harmonious combination of brass, chrome and smoked glass. Luxurious and elegant. Cipriani Tower Display Case
Two available immediately.
Category
2010s Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Chrome and Glass Large Design Institute America Étagère Shelving Wall Unit
By Design Institute America
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern large chrome and glass étagère shelving wall unit.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Chrome
