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Swedish Folk Art bridge bookshelf, designed by Petrus & Sture Lundström 1925
Located in London, GB
suspension-bridge bookshelf, designed by Petrus and Sture Lundström, Tranās. They were then instructed to
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1920s Swedish Folk Art Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Copper

Chinese Late Qing Dynasty Period Bookshelf with Classic Design and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period bookcase from the early 20th century with classic design, four
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass

Antique Wooden Italian Bookshelf
Located in Vilnius, LT
appearance. A unique design and aesthetics that will add functionality to your interior. A shelf that
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1910s Italian Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Wood

Antique Wooden Italian Bookshelf
Antique Wooden Italian Bookshelf
H 68.9 in W 30.32 in D 13.39 in
19th Century English Open Library Caddy, Bookshelf
Located in Dallas, TX
of roles throughout the home! Originally designed to be a portable bookshelf for those who had the
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1890s English British Colonial Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Sycamore

Large Mahogany Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts Bookshelf, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Art Nouveau Arts & Crafts bookshelf. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s
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Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Mahogany

Hendrik Wouda for Pander Art Deco Bookshelf in Oak
By Hendrik Wouda, H.Pander & Zonen
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hendrik Wouda for Pander & Zonen, bookshelf, oak, macassar ebony, brass, The Netherlands, circa
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass

Unusual 19th Century English Double-Sided Bookcase Bookshelf
Located in Shippensburg, PA
and overall transparency of design. The way it was built allows the bookcase to present equally well
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass

Monumental Carved Pine English Country Paint Decorated Bookshelf Bookcase
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
elements with all of the charm that antiques have and re-designed to act as an enormous bookcase or
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Early 1900s English Georgian Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Pine

Japanese Taishō Period Open Bookshelf Sliding Doors, Curvy Shelf and Drawer
Located in Yonkers, NY
open bookshelf with wavy curving shelf, sliding doors and drawers. Created in Japan during the Taisho
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Cypress, Fabric

19th Century English Regency Antique Mahogany Chiffonier Cabinet with Bookshelf
Located in Shippensburg, PA
, not designed to be removable, the scrolled columns being firmly affixed into the top of the cabinet
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19th Century English Regency Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass

Rare and Stunning Empire Mahogany Curved Desk and Bookshelf, 19th Century French
Located in New Orleans, LA
modeled after Egyptian felines on account of Napoleon's conquests there. The bookshelf also has design
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Marble, Bronze, Gold

Jasperware Box with Greek-Key Design, Late 19th Century
By Wedgwood, John Flaxman
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful English jasperware box with acanthus leaf and Greek-Key design, circa late-19th century
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Late 19th Century English Greco Roman Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Stoneware

19th Century Wooden Document Box with Distressed Patina and Brass Stud Design
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique rustic Chinese wooden document box with brass stud design. This antique Chinese wooden
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19th Century Chinese Rustic Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass

Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Vase
By Watson Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nouveau design is wraps around the entire vase with swirls, flowers and leaves — all motifs in that genre
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Sterling Silver

Japanese Antique Glass Sliding Door Cabinet, Taisho Era'Early 1900s'
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
and ideally suited for use as a cabinet or bookshelf. It includes three shelves, all adjustable in
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Wood

19th Century French Metal Scale
Located in High Point, NC
designed fulcrum and the detailed feet of the base add to its antique charm, making it an exceptional
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19th Century French Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Metal

19th Century French Metal Scale
19th Century French Metal Scale
H 27.3 in W 26.5 in D 5.9 in
A pair of Art Deco Gilt Bronze and Marble Base Sphinxes Bookends
Located in CABA, AR
keep your books organized but also make a striking decorative statement. Their intricate design and
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Early 19th Century European Art Deco Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Marble, Bronze

English 19th Century Three-Tiered Étagère with Low Drawer and Turned Supports
Located in Atlanta, GA
: as a chic bookshelf in a cozy reading nook, a display for cherished family heirlooms in a living room
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19th Century English Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Mahogany

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Box
Located in Chicago, IL
Greek temple design with eight blue painted Doric columns around the perimeter and with a hinged lid
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Wood

Qing Dynasty Hinged Box with Brass Hardware and Weathered Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
, the box's hinged design ensures both functionality and aesthetic appeal, allowing for easy access to
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century French Painted Ceramic Barbotine Vases with Floral Decor
Located in Dallas, TX
addition to a mantel, tabletop or bookshelf. Crafted in France, circa 1870, each hand painted piece stands
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Majolica, Faience

Original Antique Dutch Industrial Etagere in Iron and Slate
Located in Sheffield, MA
own shelves or ask us to help you to select or design to fit your project. book shelf, bookshelf
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Late 19th Century Dutch Industrial Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Slate, Iron

7-Piece American Ypsilanti Art Deco Wicker Furniture Set
By Ypsilanti Furniture
Located in New York, NY
7 piece American Art Deco natural wicker porch / living room set, composed of a filigree design 3
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1920s Art Deco Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Wicker

Zinc Crowned Acorn 1920s Decorative Element Mounted on Circular Lucite Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
, offering a blend of rustic charm and sophisticated design. Its compact size makes it versatile for display
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Early 20th Century Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Zinc

Antique Chinese Four Drawer Bookcase in Elmwood, Rattan and Brass, Certified
Located in Bridgeport, CT
rattan shelf top and brass fittings. This captivating bookshelf retains its original deep elmwood color
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1850s Chinese Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass

Antique Hand Carved Gilt Wood Basket Dish Vide poche bowl Table Center Piece
Located in West Hollywood, CA
charm traditional , decorative object for interior decoration design , A perfect gift during the holiday
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Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Copper

Collection of Seven 19th Century English Brass Magnifying Glasses on Mounts
Located in Chicago, IL
handles, beautifully adorned with intricate designs, not only enhance the practicality of the magnifying
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19th Century English Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass

Large French 19th Century Brass and Steel Scale with Weighing Pans and Column
Located in Atlanta, GA
, a testament to the craftsmanship and design sensibilities of a bygone era. This scale, with its
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19th Century Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass, Steel

Italian 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood and Faux Painted Marble Étagère
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
étagère bookshelf. The étagère is raised by elegant circular mottled feet below impressive circular
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19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Wood, Giltwood

19th Century Louis XV Style Dainty Mahogany Bookcase, Stamped
By Faubourg
Located in NICE, FR
gracefully follows the contours of the bookcase, almost like a theater stage designed to showcase your books
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Marble, Bronze

Pair of Certified Chinese 19c Armchairs in Black Laquered Elmwood and Rattan
Located in Bridgeport, CT
, protruding armrests that are distinctive of this design. This chair design was one of the first to appear in
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1850s Chinese Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Rattan, Elm

Sterling and Crystal Urn
By T. G. Hawkes & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. While the sterling silver lid is sleek and has no decorative design, the glass has acid-etched flowers
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1910s American Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Sterling and Crystal Urn
Sterling and Crystal Urn
H 11 in Dm 4.5 in
Antique Chinese Glazed Ceramic Storage Jar with Blue Painted Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
good fortune, the bat, depicted amidst the delicate design, adds layers of cultural significance
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19th Century Chinese Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Ceramic

French Glazed Pottery Bouillotte Hot Water Bottle with Two Handles from Normandy
Located in Atlanta, GA
authentic character. The bouillotte features two practical loop handles, thoughtfully designed for easy
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19th Century French Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Pottery

Art Deco Wooden Asian Elephant Bookends Hand Carved Rosewood India 1940s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
some vintage charm to your desk or bookshelf no matter what style you're going for. These would also
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Early 20th Century Indian Art Deco Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Rosewood

Italian Antique 18th Century Handcarved Polychrome Painted Pilaster Friezes
Located in Firenze, IT
part of choral ensemble and now are antiques artworks for ornamental. The slightly scrolled design and
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18th Century Italian Other Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Wood

An Early 20th Century Cigar Humidor / Smokers Stand & Book Rack in Oak
By Ferguson Brothers
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very good early 20th century standing cigar humidor / smokers stand & bookshelf in oak by The
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Early 20th Century American Machine Age Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Oak, Porcelain

Two-Toned Brown Vase with Archaic Style Figures and Calligraphy Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
. Its surface is further embellished with meticulously designed calligraphy, a quintessential element of
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Early 20th Century Asian Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Ceramic

Victorian Oak Open Bookcase, Late 19th Century
Located in Southall, GB
bookshelf top over a two door cupboard base. The top has a moulded and flared cornice and the frame of
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19th Century English Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Oak

Victorian Oak Open Bookcase, Late 19th Century
Victorian Oak Open Bookcase, Late 19th Century
H 71.26 in W 36.62 in D 21.26 in
1880 Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
beautiful one-of-a-kind display pieces to adorn the modern bookshelf or office space, continuing the
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1880s Italian Edwardian Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Paper, Wood

1880 Document Boxes
1880 Document Boxes
H 10.5 in W 4.5 in D 15 in
Early 20th Century Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
beautiful one-of-a-kind display pieces to adorn the modern bookshelf or office space, continuing the
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Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Paper, Wood

Early 20th Century Document Boxes
Early 20th Century Document Boxes
H 11 in W 3.5 in D 15 in
French 19th Century Louis XV St. Kingwood, Tulipwood, Ormolu and Marble Étagère
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Brèche marble Bibus/étagère, stamped G.DURAND. The bookshelf is raised by five most decorative cabriole
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Marble, Ormolu

19th C. Red Embossed Leather Bound ' Faux / Dummy' Book Box 'Hunt Buttons'
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
actual book but rather a cleverly designed dummy or faux book that serves as a concealed storage
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Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Leather

Large Size, Antique Gothic Revival Hand Carved Oak Monastery Bookcase / Cabinet
Located in Lisse, NL
and wider than the taller top. The top part is higher and has more bookshelfs, but all shelfs are
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Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass

French Blue Stoneware Ceramic Crock in Blue and Cream with Lid Late 1800s
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
background, with a blue sponge applied design. The lid is original to the piece and features a button finial
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19th Century English Rustic Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Ceramic, Earthenware, Paint

19th Century English Oak Decorative Box with Dog Carving
Located in Atlanta, GA
the box adds a touch of sophistication, echoing designs often found in 19th-century English decor
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19th Century English Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Oak

Pair of 19th Century Library, Bookcase Built-In Cabinets
Located in Dallas, TX
Northern France, and were designed to surround built-in bookshelves on top, with a cabinet and drawer built
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1870s French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Oak

Antique circa 1840 English Hardwood Three Tier Bookcase Trolly After Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
bookshelf trolley on oversized William IV wagon wheels. A good looking well made and decorative piece
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1840s English Early Victorian Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Hardwood

19th C. Antique Writing Stand Desk Office Inkwell Center Piece Chinese Porcelain
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. vibrant and charming . Old world charm traditional , decorative object for interior decoration design , A
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19th Century French Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Bronze

Silver Plated Fishing Reel Trophy
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
This silver trophy was designed to celebrate the winner of an angling competition. Three fishing
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Silver

Silver Plated Fishing Reel Trophy
Silver Plated Fishing Reel Trophy
H 8.5 in W 3.75 in D 3.75 in
Antique French Louis XV Style Kingwood Marquetry Signed Bibus
By Paul Sormani
Located in Forney, TX
bookshelf niche originally intended to display the family heirloom Bible. An extremely rare example
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass, Bronze, Ormolu

Important Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Bookcase Desk Desk-Chair & Filing Cabinet
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Lisse, NL
hand-crafted wooden, bronze, glass and design details per item. Mind you, this stunning and almost 8
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Brass, Bronze, Iron

19th Century Moorish Revival Bronze Architectural Model Panel
Located in Forney, TX
architectural model features a symmetrical design, the bronze frame having three sections, each panel with large
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19th Century Moorish Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Bronze

Bar Harbor Wicker Bookshelf/Music Stand
Located in Sheffield, MA
splayed front legs with full skirting. Traditional open criss-crossed lattice design overall.
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Early 20th Century American Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Reed

BOOKCASE Peter Waals Rosewood Cotswold Arts and Crafts
By Peter Waals
Located in London, GB
, 49cm (19in) max depth, 25.5cm (10in) internal bookshelf depth to the top section. After a design by
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1920s Great Britain (UK) Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Rosewood

Huge French Heavily Carved Oak Bookcase, circa 1880
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
A beautiful French oak carved open bookshelf of a symmetrical design, all the same height, but with
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1880s French Belle Époque Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Oak

English Burnt Bamboo Tortoise Chinoiserie Wood Bookshelf or Bookcase
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A grand millennial's dream come true! This early Victorian English burnt bamboo bookshelf will be
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Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Bamboo, Wood

Bookshelf or Bookends, Black Forest Owls with Leather Covered Books
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Black Forest bookshelf or bookends. Made from walnut wood carving. The supports have the shape of
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Early 1900s German Black Forest Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Walnut

English Burnt Bamboo Tortoise Shell Chinoiserie Wood Bookshelf or Bookcase
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A grand millennials dream come true! This early Victorian English burnt bamboo bookshelf will be
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19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Bamboo

English Burnt Bamboo Tortoise Shell Chinoiserie Wood Bookshelf or Bookcase
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A grand millennial's dream come true! This early Victorian English burnt bamboo bookshelf will be
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Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Bookshelf Designs

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Bamboo, Wood

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Antique Bookshelf Designs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique bookshelf designs for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique bookshelf designs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and oak. Antique bookshelf designs have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Arts and Crafts and Regency antique bookshelf designs are consistently popular styles. Antique bookshelf designs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Holland & Sons, Donald Judd and Leonard Wyburd are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Bookshelf Designs?

Prices for antique bookshelf designs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique bookshelf designs begin at $50 and can go as high as $150,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,450.