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Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro white multicoloured Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro white multicoloured Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro white multicoloured Tomado Shelving library system

$1,018

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro white multicoloured Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

An exceptionally rare modular ladder shelving system comprising 3 ladders and 7 shelves This impressive mid-century shelving unit is in super condition with only minimum age relate...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro white Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro white Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro white Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$1,018

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro white Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

An exceptionally rare modular ladder shelving system comprising 4 ladders and 6 shelves This impressive mid-century shelving unit is in super condition with only minimum age relate...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro Red Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro Red Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro Red Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$271

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro Red Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Dimensions (configured as shown): Height: 44 cm Width: 77 cm Depth: 21 cm A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally and highly versatile mid-century modular shelving system — i...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$536

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Dimensions (configured as shown): Height: 69cm (26 in) Width: 136cm (54.4 in) Depth: 21 cm (8.3 in) A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally and highly versatile mid-century ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$339 / set

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Height: 19 cm Width: 60 cm Depth: 18 cm A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally and highly versatile mid-century modular shelving system — ideal for collectors, designers, or...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$271

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Dimensions (configured as shown): Height: 41 cm Width: 66 cm Depth: 26 cm A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally and highly versatile mid-century modular shelving system ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$237

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Dimensions (configured as shown): Height: 61cm Width: 49cm Depth: 13cm A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally and highly versatile mid-century modular shelving system — i...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$237 / set

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Dimensions (configured as shown): Height: 58cm Width: 48cm Depth: 13cm A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally and highly versatile mid-century modular shelving system — i...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$237

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Dimensions (configured as shown): Height: 58cm Width: 44cm Depth: 13cm A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally and highly versatile mid-century modular shelving system — i...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$203

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Dimensions (configured as shown): Height: 60cm Width: 49cm Depth: 18cm A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally and highly versatile mid-century modular shelving system — i...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$536

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Dimensions (configured as shown): Height: 69cm (26 in) Width: 110cm (44 in) Depth: 21 cm (8.3 in) A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally and highly versatile mid-century mo...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$536

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro multicoloured Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Dimensions (configured as shown): Height: 69cm (26 in) Width: 136cm (54.4 in) Depth: 21 cm (8.3 in) A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally and highly versatile mid-century ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system

$1,697

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

An exceptionally large and rare modular ladder shelving system comprising 5 ladders and 7 shelves This impressive mid-century shelving unit is in super condition with only minimum ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern, 1960 Retro Large Teak / Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern, 1960 Retro Large Teak / Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern, 1960 Retro Large Teak / Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$1,629Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern, 1960 Retro Large Teak / Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

An exceptionally large and rare modular ladder shelving system comprising 5 ladders and 9 shelves — This impressive mid-century shelving unit is in ver good vintage condition, .

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system

$1,901Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro large Metal Tomado Desk Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Dimensions (configured as shown): Height: 77 cm  Width: 267 cm  Depth: 21 cm & 29 cm A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally large and highly versatile mid-century modula...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro Bright Red Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro Bright Red Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro Bright Red Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$916

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Retro Bright Red Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

Dimensions (configured as shown): Height: 69cm (26 in) Width: 136cm (44 in) Depth: 21 cm (8.3 in) A rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally and highly versatile mid-century mo...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern, 1960 Extra Large Teak / Metal Tomado Shelving library system
Mid-Century Modern, 1960 Extra Large Teak / Metal Tomado Shelving library system

Mid-Century Modern, 1960 Extra Large Teak / Metal Tomado Shelving library system

$5,462Sale Price|38% Off

Mid-Century Modern, 1960 Extra Large Teak / Metal Tomado Shelving library system

By Tomado

Located in Markington, GB

This impressive mid-century shelving unit is in super condition, with no damage to the veneer or metal ladders.

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Walnut Modular Shelving
Walnut Modular Shelving

Walnut Modular Shelving

$2,987

Walnut Modular Shelving

Located in London, GB

Designed as a stacking system, this versatile unit can be easily broken down, reconfigured, or moved to suit your changing storage needs. It features a stunning, dark-toned walnut wo...

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Mid-20th Century Shelves

Materials

Walnut

modular wall shelving Scandinavian mid-century modern design C. 1970
modular wall shelving Scandinavian mid-century modern design C. 1970

modular wall shelving Scandinavian mid-century modern design C. 1970

$1,090

modular wall shelving Scandinavian mid-century modern design C. 1970

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR

Floating modular shelving in Mid-Century Modern style made from petiribí wood, with two wooden uprights that incorporate hidden metal rails that allow the shelf height to be changed ...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Pilastro Dutch Mid-Century Modular Enameled Metal Wall Shelving with Desk
Pilastro Dutch Mid-Century Modular Enameled Metal Wall Shelving with Desk

Pilastro Dutch Mid-Century Modular Enameled Metal Wall Shelving with Desk

$1,750

Pilastro Dutch Mid-Century Modular Enameled Metal Wall Shelving with Desk

By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wall-mounted modular shelving unit by Dutch manufacturer Pilastro, produced in the Mid-Century period.

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Industrial Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modular String Shelving System in mahogany and teak, Denmark 1960s
Mid Century Modular String Shelving System in mahogany and teak, Denmark 1960s

Mid Century Modular String Shelving System in mahogany and teak, Denmark 1960s

$2,089

Mid Century Modular String Shelving System in mahogany and teak, Denmark 1960s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a versatile Scandinavian modular wall shelving system dating from the 1960s, distinguished by its clean architectural lines and exceptional adaptability...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Iron

Vintage Modular Shelving Units By Van Pelt
Vintage Modular Shelving Units By Van Pelt

Vintage Modular Shelving Units By Van Pelt

$2,000

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 Belgium. These versatile shelving units are designed to adapt to any space, providing...

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

1950s French Industrial Modular Shelving System
1950s French Industrial Modular Shelving System

1950s French Industrial Modular Shelving System

$2,716

1950s French Industrial Modular Shelving System

By Pierre-Paul Prud’hon

Located in London, Lambeth

Industrial modular shelving with 20 adjustable shelves in a amazing color mounting on a black frame.

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Modern Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl
Mid-Century Modern Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl

Mid-Century Modern Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl

$16,602

Mid-Century Modern Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl

By Finn Juhl

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Modular shelving system BO71 in teak by Finn Juhl for Bovirke in the 1960s. Comprising 3 columns, 4 rules, 1 unit with 6 drawers, a writing desk, 13 Oregon pine shelves, and 22 brass...

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

$2,856

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in The Hague, NL

Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is contains one cabinet with drawers and 7 shelves This piece is completely adjustable, and...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Enzo Mari Dima Modular Wall Shelving System
Enzo Mari Dima Modular Wall Shelving System

Enzo Mari Dima Modular Wall Shelving System

$12,000

Enzo Mari Dima Modular Wall Shelving System

By Simon Furniture, Enzo Mari

Located in Chicago, IL

Enzo Mari Dima Modular Wall Shelving System for Simon International Dima Italy, circa 1970 Enameled steel, shelves adjustable with solid plastic holders. Each individule shelve: 36 ...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Tomado modular shelving system Teak 1950s Holland
Tomado modular shelving system Teak 1950s Holland

Tomado modular shelving system Teak 1950s Holland

$638 / set

Tomado modular shelving system Teak 1950s Holland

By Adriaan Dekker, Tomado

Located in Den Haag, NL

Tomado wall shelf from the 50s, it is made up of 2 black metal uprights dyed in the mass and stamped + 3 teak wood shelves with fixings included. The whole is in very good condition ...

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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Olof Pira Modular Teak Shelving System, Sweden, 1950s
Olof Pira Modular Teak Shelving System, Sweden, 1950s

Olof Pira Modular Teak Shelving System, Sweden, 1950s

$3,240

Olof Pira Modular Teak Shelving System, Sweden, 1950s

By String Design AB, Olof Pira

Located in Rødekro, DK

An iconic Scandinavian storage solution that combines functionality, modularity, and timeless mid-century design.

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Antique 1650s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Stainless Steel

Space-Age Red Plastic Cube Modular Shelving Record Storage
Space-Age Red Plastic Cube Modular Shelving Record Storage

Space-Age Red Plastic Cube Modular Shelving Record Storage

$1,200 / set

Space-Age Red Plastic Cube Modular Shelving Record Storage

Located in Lake Worth, FL

This vintage space-age red plastic cube modular shelving system, dating from the 1970s-80s, is a stylish and functional piece of furniture.

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Plastic

Richard Neutra Modular Shelving System - Victoria Möbel, Switzerland, 1960’s
Richard Neutra Modular Shelving System - Victoria Möbel, Switzerland, 1960’s

Richard Neutra Modular Shelving System - Victoria Möbel, Switzerland, 1960’s

$2,598

Richard Neutra Modular Shelving System - Victoria Möbel, Switzerland, 1960’s

By Richard Neutra

Located in Bern, CH

1960’s RICHARD NEUTRA MODULAR SHELVING SYSTEM - VICTORIA MÖBEL (SWITZERLAND). 1960’s Victoria Möbel free standing telescopic shelving system. Designed by Austro-American architect R...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal, Steel

Kai Kristiansen Teak Wall Unit / Modular Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Teak Wall Unit / Modular Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s

Kai Kristiansen Teak Wall Unit / Modular Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s

$2,438

Kai Kristiansen Teak Wall Unit / Modular Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL

Danish mid-century wall unit designed by Kai Kristiansen and made in the 1960s. The unit is crafted from teak and consists of wall-mounted metal rails, adjustable 6 open shelves, and...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional
Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional

Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional

$4,600

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

Materials

Plastic

Modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s
Modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s

Modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s

$2,786

Modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Danish modern modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s Danish design by H.G Møbler Design year: 1960s Dimensions: : 30--- 22 D x 179 W x 220 H c...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s
Modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s

Modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s

$9,055

Modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s

By H.G. Møbler 1

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Danish modern modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s Danish design by H.G Møbler Design year: 1960s Dimensions: : 41 D x 270 W x 220 H cm It i...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in Solid Elm, 1983
Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in Solid Elm, 1983

Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in Solid Elm, 1983

$14,875

Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in Solid Elm, 1983

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A masterpiece of adaptability and design, this Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in solid elm represents an esteemed end-of-career highlight for the highly influential French d...

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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Elm

Brazilian Modern Modular Shelving Unit in Rosewood by Ernesto Hauner, 1960s
Brazilian Modern Modular Shelving Unit in Rosewood by Ernesto Hauner, 1960s

Brazilian Modern Modular Shelving Unit in Rosewood by Ernesto Hauner, 1960s

$25,000

Brazilian Modern Modular Shelving Unit in Rosewood by Ernesto Hauner, 1960s

By Ernesto Hauner

Located in New York, NY

Designed in Brazil in the 1960s, this modular bookshelf by Ernesto Hauner exemplifies the disciplined elegance and material sophistication that define Brazilian mid-century modern de...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Vintage wood and Metal Multistrux Iron Modular Shelving Unit or Library Shelves
Vintage wood and Metal Multistrux Iron Modular Shelving Unit or Library Shelves

Vintage wood and Metal Multistrux Iron Modular Shelving Unit or Library Shelves

$916

Vintage wood and Metal Multistrux Iron Modular Shelving Unit or Library Shelves

By Multistrux

Located in Markington, GB

It can function beautifully as a bookcase, wall shelving, display shelving. The minimalist metal structure combined with the warm teak veneer slat creates a classic mid-century mode...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s
Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s

Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s

$4,481

Midcentury George Nelson Omni Herman Miller Modular Shelving System Walnut 1950s

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

This is a rare American ‘Omni’ modular freestanding shelving system in walnut and aluminium, designed by George Nelson in 1952 and manufactured by Herman Miller, America. The shelvi...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Italian Modular Shelving Wall Unit with Cabinets in Walnut Stainless Steel
Italian Modular Shelving Wall Unit with Cabinets in Walnut Stainless Steel

Italian Modular Shelving Wall Unit with Cabinets in Walnut Stainless Steel

$11,000

Italian Modular Shelving Wall Unit with Cabinets in Walnut Stainless Steel

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Modular shelving wall unit, walnut, stainless steel, smoked glass, Italy, 1970s Designed and made in Italy, a streamlined bookcase that is meant to be affixed to the wall. The const...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Shelving & Cabinet Storage Wall Units
Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Shelving & Cabinet Storage Wall Units

Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Shelving & Cabinet Storage Wall Units

$4,142 / set

Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Shelving & Cabinet Storage Wall Units

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Mid Century Modern Bookcase Wall Unit SECTIONS 1 and 2 Overall height: 183cm Overall width: 167cm Depth of the shelves 31cm Size of the three...

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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Modular Teak shelving system by Kai kristansen for FH Möbel , Denmark, 1960s
Modular Teak shelving system by Kai kristansen for FH Möbel , Denmark, 1960s

Modular Teak shelving system by Kai kristansen for FH Möbel , Denmark, 1960s

$3,483

Modular Teak shelving system by Kai kristansen for FH Möbel , Denmark, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Danish modern modular Teak shelving system by Kai kristansen for FH Möbel , Denmark, 1960 Danish design by F.H Møbler Design year: 1960s Dimensions: : 25 D x 174 W x 220 H cm ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Modular Teak shelving system by Kai kristansen for FH Möbel , Denmark, 1960s
Modular Teak shelving system by Kai kristansen for FH Möbel , Denmark, 1960s

Modular Teak shelving system by Kai kristansen for FH Möbel , Denmark, 1960s

$5,805

Modular Teak shelving system by Kai kristansen for FH Möbel , Denmark, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Danish modern modular Teak shelving system by Kai kristansen for FH Möbel , Denmark, 1960 Danish design by F.H Møbler Design year: 1960s Dimensions: : 48 D x 260 W x 190 H cm ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Teak

Modular Shelving Unit by Jorge Zalszupin for l'Atelier, Brazil, 1960's
Modular Shelving Unit by Jorge Zalszupin for l'Atelier, Brazil, 1960's

Modular Shelving Unit by Jorge Zalszupin for l'Atelier, Brazil, 1960's

$33,669

Modular Shelving Unit by Jorge Zalszupin for l'Atelier, Brazil, 1960's

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Uithoorn, NL

Modular shelving rounded corner unit designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the 1950s, made from Brazilian Rosewood, also known as Jacaranda.

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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Danish Teak 3-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Poul Cadovius Bookshelf Desk 1960
Danish Teak 3-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Poul Cadovius Bookshelf Desk 1960

Danish Teak 3-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Poul Cadovius Bookshelf Desk 1960

$6,783

Danish Teak 3-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Poul Cadovius Bookshelf Desk 1960

By Cado, Poul Cadovius

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

A lovely 1960s three-bay Danish teak CADO shelving system designed by Paul Cadovius consisting of 11 shelves, four uprights, plus 22 brackets. These designer shelves are fully modula...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

1970s Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional 26 Pieces
1970s Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional 26 Pieces

1970s Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional 26 Pieces

$12,550

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 Uniroyal ABS Pieces, Brown In Color. This Is A Vintage 1970s Iconic Modular Shelv...

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Plastic

USM Haller 4×3 Modular Shelving Unit in Pure White, Swiss Modern Storage 1960s
USM Haller 4×3 Modular Shelving Unit in Pure White, Swiss Modern Storage 1960s

USM Haller 4×3 Modular Shelving Unit in Pure White, Swiss Modern Storage 1960s

$3,500 / item

USM Haller 4×3 Modular Shelving Unit in Pure White, Swiss Modern Storage 1960s

By Usm Haller

Located in Chattanooga, TN

An authentic USM Haller 4×3 Modular Shelving Unit in the timeless Pure White finish, showcasing one of the most iconic modular furniture systems ever created.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Post-Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel, Chrome

MCM Chrome Teak, Modular shelves cabinets 4 Bay Wall UnitGeorge Nelson Attr.
MCM Chrome Teak, Modular shelves cabinets 4 Bay Wall UnitGeorge Nelson Attr.

MCM Chrome Teak, Modular shelves cabinets 4 Bay Wall UnitGeorge Nelson Attr.

$11,377 / set

MCM Chrome Teak, Modular shelves cabinets 4 Bay Wall UnitGeorge Nelson Attr.

By George Nelson

Located in Basel, BS

An exceptional, highly versatile four-bay mid-century modern modular wall unit and shelving system.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal, Chrome

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H 24 in W 48 in D 14 in

Compact modular shelving unit

Located in Los Angeles, CA

W48 D14 H24 Vintage compact modualr unit that has been lightly refinshed with new top coats added. Item shows well overall with minor blemishes pictured closely. Units have no attac...

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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

NILS JONNSON Mid Century 'Domi 9' Modular Rosewood Shelving system, 1960's
NILS JONNSON Mid Century 'Domi 9' Modular Rosewood Shelving system, 1960's

NILS JONNSON Mid Century 'Domi 9' Modular Rosewood Shelving system, 1960's

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H 72.84 in W 99.61 in D 15.75 in

NILS JONNSON Mid Century 'Domi 9' Modular Rosewood Shelving system, 1960's

By Nils Jonsson

Located in Chester, England

A Scandinavian Mid Century Rosewood Domi 9 Modular Shelving System, designed by Nils Jonsson for Troeds in the 1960's.

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Rosewood

Rare 1960s Floating Modular Shelving System Wall Unit By Brianco
Rare 1960s Floating Modular Shelving System Wall Unit By Brianco

Rare 1960s Floating Modular Shelving System Wall Unit By Brianco

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H 48.04 in W 62.21 in D 12.8 in

Rare 1960s Floating Modular Shelving System Wall Unit By Brianco

Located in Tonbridge, Kent

Mid-Century Modern Modular Teak and Metal Floating Shelving Wall Unit by Brianco, United Kingdom, 1960s Elevate your interior with this exquisite mid-century modern floating shelvin...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Paul McCobb Planner Group Modular Room Divider Shelving Unit
Paul McCobb Planner Group Modular Room Divider Shelving Unit

Paul McCobb Planner Group Modular Room Divider Shelving Unit

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H 66.15 in W 15.95 in D 63 in

Paul McCobb Planner Group Modular Room Divider Shelving Unit

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in London, Greater London

Rare Paul McCobb (1917-1969) planner group room divider shelving unit with bench, designed in circa 1956 for Winchendon Furniture Company, USA. This two part modular system can be...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Wrought Iron

Tomado Midcentury Modular Wall Unit, Shelving System with Rare Bookstands
Tomado Midcentury Modular Wall Unit, Shelving System with Rare Bookstands

Tomado Midcentury Modular Wall Unit, Shelving System with Rare Bookstands

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H 24.02 in W 18.51 in D 5.12 in

Tomado Midcentury Modular Wall Unit, Shelving System with Rare Bookstands

By Tomado

Located in Schagen, NL

This modular industrial piece, features 3 shelves, two gliding stands for books and one stand to place upon the shelves. These stands are not often to be found anymore. Every shelf ...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Mid-Century Modular Shelving Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius
Mid-Century Modular Shelving Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius

Mid-Century Modular Shelving Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius

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H 70.875 in W 31.125 in D 14 in

Mid-Century Modular Shelving Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius

By Poul Cadovius, Simpla Lux 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Cadovius Style Standing bookcase with a cabinet, 2 shelves and a small drawer. Simpla-Lux was a Dutch furniture company who produced self-assembly furniture items in the 60s and 70s....

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Mid Century Wohnbedarf Modular Shelving System
Mid Century Wohnbedarf Modular Shelving System

Mid Century Wohnbedarf Modular Shelving System

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H 56.5 in W 33.08 in D 12.01 in

Mid Century Wohnbedarf Modular Shelving System

By Wohnbedarf

Located in Bern, CH

1960's free standing mid century modular shelving system. Constructed form tubular steel elements with beech wood veneer shelves.

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Steel

Mid Century Modern 2pc Modular Shelving Unit with Finished Back
Mid Century Modern 2pc Modular Shelving Unit with Finished Back

Mid Century Modern 2pc Modular Shelving Unit with Finished Back

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H 75.5 in W 106.5 in D 13 in

Mid Century Modern 2pc Modular Shelving Unit with Finished Back

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern two piece modular shelving unit features hardwood construction, free standing two piece design, full interchangeable cabinet & shelving locations, finished ba...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Wood

Free standing Mid century modular unit shelving system by Staples Ladderax
Free standing Mid century modular unit shelving system by Staples Ladderax

Free standing Mid century modular unit shelving system by Staples Ladderax

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H 78.75 in W 108.67 in D 16.54 in

Free standing Mid century modular unit shelving system by Staples Ladderax

By Staples & Co. Ltd

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Free standing Mid century vintage modular unit shelving system by Staples Ladderax, London, 1960s Designed by Staples and C.O.LTD London, Marked Modular -- The individual units an...

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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase
Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase

Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase

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H 60 in W 107.5 in D 16.25 in

Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase

By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century Danish modern Hansen & Guldborg modular teak wood wall unit shelving system and bookcase was made in Denmark circa 1960.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Danish mid century modern teak two-piece modular shelving unit, circa 1965
Danish mid century modern teak two-piece modular shelving unit, circa 1965

Danish mid century modern teak two-piece modular shelving unit, circa 1965

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H 27.25 in W 79.5 in D 17.75 in

Danish mid century modern teak two-piece modular shelving unit, circa 1965

Located in View Park, CA

A Danish modern two-piece modular shelving unit in teak wood, circa 1960. Chunky, curved edges give this iconic mcm piece some personality, and the quality of the wood grain is excep...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Wood

Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson
Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson

Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson

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H 95.5 in W 65.5 in D 21 in

Mid Century Omni Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase by George Nelson

By George Nelson

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century modern Omni wall unit shelving system designed by George Nelson is circa 1960.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Modular Shelving by Francois Monnet
Modular Shelving by Francois Monnet

Modular Shelving by Francois Monnet

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Modular Shelving by Francois Monnet

By François Monnet

Located in Stratford, CT

Comprised of 4 pieces which can be configured in numerous ways, these stainless steel shelves are minimal, yet lively and playful, not to mention quite original.

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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak and Brass Modular Wall Shelving Unit, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak and Brass Modular Wall Shelving Unit, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak and Brass Modular Wall Shelving Unit, 1960s

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H 78.75 in W 96.07 in D 14.97 in

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak and Brass Modular Wall Shelving Unit, 1960s

By Poul Cadovius

Located in The Hague, NL

Mid-Century Modern period modular wall unit in the style of Poul Cadovius made in 1960s period, Denmark. Teak modular wall unit consists of eight shelves, one cabinet, which is also...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak and Brass Modular Wall Shelving Unit, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak and Brass Modular Wall Shelving Unit, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak and Brass Modular Wall Shelving Unit, 1960s

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H 82.68 in W 94.49 in L 82.68 in

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak and Brass Modular Wall Shelving Unit, 1960s

By Poul Cadovius

Located in The Hague, NL

Mid-Century Modern period modular wall unit in the style of Poul Cadovius made in 1960s period, Denmark. Teak modular wall unit consists of six shelves, two cabinets with shelves in...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Brass

Large Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase
Large Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase

Large Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase

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H 78.5 in W 107.5 in D 16.25 in

Large Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase

By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century Danish modern Hansen & Guldborg modular teak wood wall unit shelving system and bookcase was made in Denmark circa 1960.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Modular Shelving in Travertine, 1970s
Modular Shelving in Travertine, 1970s

Modular Shelving in Travertine, 1970s

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H 16.54 in W 51.19 in D 10.63 in

Modular Shelving in Travertine, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Modular Shelving in Travertine, 1970s Measurement in cm: Long slab : 130 x 27 Short slab : 27 x 80.5 Big Block Height : 42 Medium Block Height : 28 Short Block Height : 10.

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Travertine

Blond Wood Modular Shelving Units
Blond Wood Modular Shelving Units

Blond Wood Modular Shelving Units

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H 75 in W 75 in D 24 in

Blond Wood Modular Shelving Units

Located in London, GB

These versatile modular storage units, crafted from beech wood, are a beautiful example of functional mid-century design. Designed to provide both style and adaptability, these units...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Beech

1960s Modular Shelving by Multistrux
1960s Modular Shelving by Multistrux

1960s Modular Shelving by Multistrux

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H 24.41 in W 24.02 in D 8.86 in

1960s Modular Shelving by Multistrux

By Multistrux

Located in London, Lambeth

Multistrux shelves in wood and metal to combine according to your needs. Spanish production furniture from the 60s in the style of Tomado and String. Mixture of black galvanized meta...

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Wall-Mounted Modular Corner Cabinet Desk Shelving Unit, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Wall-Mounted Modular Corner Cabinet Desk Shelving Unit, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Wall-Mounted Modular Corner Cabinet Desk Shelving Unit, 1960s

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H 72 in W 66 in D 16.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Wall-Mounted Modular Corner Cabinet Desk Shelving Unit, 1960s

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a magnificent, wall mounted, modular corner cabinet with shelves, drawers and a desk, circa 1960s. In very good condition. The dimensions are 66" W x 16.5" ...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Wood

1970's Italian Modular Shelving System
1970's Italian Modular Shelving System

1970's Italian Modular Shelving System

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H 252 in W 300 in D 40 in

1970's Italian Modular Shelving System

Located in London, GB

A large Italian 1970's oak veneer modular shelving system. Some small patches of wear (see photos) but in overall good vintage condition.  

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Mid-20th Century Furniture

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Wood

Italian Modular Teak Shelving Unit, 1960s
Italian Modular Teak Shelving Unit, 1960s

Italian Modular Teak Shelving Unit, 1960s

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H 79.14 in W 15.75 in D 166.15 in

Italian Modular Teak Shelving Unit, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Italian modular teak shelving unit, 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System
Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System

Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System

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H 65.36 in W 32.29 in D 11.42 in

Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System

By Poul Cadovius

Located in The Hague, NL

Minimalist shelving unit designed by and produced by Royal System, Denmark, circa 1960. This modular system exists of black metal tubes with connectors, floating glass shelves. We ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System
Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System

Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System

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H 65.36 in W 25.99 in D 11.42 in

Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System

By Poul Cadovius

Located in The Hague, NL

Minimalist shelving unit designed by and produced by Royal System, Denmark, circa 1960. This modular system exists of black metal tubes with connectors, floating glass shelves.   

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System
Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System

Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System

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H 38.98 in W 53.55 in D 11.42 in

Poul Cadovius Abstracta Modular Shelving System

By Poul Cadovius

Located in The Hague, NL

Minimalist shelving unit designed by and produced by Royal System, Denmark, circa 1960. This modular system exists of black metal tubes with connectors, floating birch wooden and gla...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

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H 79.53 in W 95.28 in D 15.75 in

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

By Cado, Poul Cadovius

Located in The Hague, NL

Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is contains 8 shelves, six are 20cm deep one is 30cm and one is 40cm, two drawer cabinets dr...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

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H 79.53 in W 95.28 in D 15.75 in

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

By Cado, Poul Cadovius

Located in The Hague, NL

Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is contains one double cabinet with sliding doors, a cabinet with dropdown door and nine she...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960
Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

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H 70.08 in W 95.28 in D 14.77 in

Poul Cadovius Mid- Century Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit Shelving for Cado, 1960

By Cado, Poul Cadovius

Located in The Hague, NL

Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is contains two cabinets one with sliding doors a cabinet with drawers and 11 shelves This ...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

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Mid Century Modular Shelving For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of mid century modular shelving on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and hardwood. Whether you’re looking for newer or older items, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right piece of mid century modular shelving, those designed in Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made item from our selection of mid century modular shelving has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Poul Cadovius, Royal System and Kay Leroy Ruggles are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Modular Shelving?

A piece of mid century modular shelving can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,950, while the lowest priced sells for $975 and the highest can go for as much as $14,000.

A Close Look at Mid-century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

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