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De Coene Norm Office 770 Modular Wall Unit , 1969, Belgium Design
By De Coene Frères
Located in Antwerp, BE
Impressed facade of a Modular wall unit in oak designed by the Coene Manufacture, Belgium ,1969 "Norm office 770" is an universal modular system construction harmonizing perfect orga...
Category
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
$6,723 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 86.62 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Smoked Glass Étagère Bookcase Shelf Baughman Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern chrome and smoked glass étagère bookcase shelf. Item features sleek chrome metal frame, five smoked glass shelves, clean modernist lines, circa 1970s. Meas...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Chrome
$1,100
H 74 in W 35.5 in D 16 in
Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing mid-century bamboo and Rattan triangular corner bookshelf. Franco Albini inspired the design of this piece, produced in Italy during the 1970s.
This piece is fantastic thank...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker, Cane
$1,082
H 48.04 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in
Italian Designer, Wall Mounted Console, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo and rattan wall mounted console designed and produced by a Italian designer, Italy, 1950s.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
$2,200
H 4.5 in W 21 in D 8.62 in
Mid-Century Adjustable Birch, Coated Wire Wall Shelves by String Sweden 12" Deep
By String Design AB
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern adjustable wall shelves. Constructed of birch and coated wire. Made by String in Sweden. Measures: 39" tall x 31.5" x 11.75" deep.
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Birch
$575
H 39 in W 31.5 in D 11.75 in
Mastercraft Tall Brass Regency Style Étagère
By Mastercraft
Located in North Miami, FL
This very tall étagère shows five thick glass shelves (can take two more if desired) and is very stable. This design is truly chic!
Category
1960s American Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
1960s Two Fully Restored Danish Sigfred Omann Floating Nightstands in Teak
By Ølholm Møbelfabrik, Sigfred Omann
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Set of two Danish Sigfred Omann floating nightstands in teak by Oelholm
A pair of floating nightstands or shelves in teak designed by Sigfred Omann for Ølholm Møbelfabrik. The...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
$1,440 Sale Price / set
29% Off
H 4.73 in W 15.36 in D 9.26 in
Arts and Crafts Iron & Glass Display Table / Drinks Cabinet Attr. Hugo Berger
By Goberg
Located in Lisse, NL
Table display cabinet. For the collectors of rare Arts and Crafts antiques.
When we first saw this cabinet, we immediately were convinced that it could have only been designed and h...
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Early 20th Century German Arts and Crafts Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wrought Iron
$2,977
H 31.7 in W 21.75 in D 11.4 in
Antique English Carved Oak Plate Rack Lions Wall Shelf
Located in Tyler, TX
CHARMING Antique British Carved Oak Plate Rack~~ Carved Lions~~c. 1920s
Popular classic English hanging wall plate rack~~carved lions on corners~~plate groove and hangers on back~~...
Category
1920s English Victorian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
Teak Three-Tier Server Portable Dessert Cake Stand With Ring Handle Tripod Legs
Located in Chicago, IL
This three tier, teak tripod dessert server / stand has a Scandinavian modern style, a tripod construction for stability, and a ring handle for portability. Its country of origin is ...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
$600
H 40 in W 15 in D 14 in
Pair of Circular Glass and Brass Display Shelves, 20th Century, European
Located in London, GB
A pair of circular glass and brass shelves, for display or storage, second half of the 20th century, unsigned.
The shelves were found in Europe, and were perhaps used for shop displ...
Category
20th Century French Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
$1,320 / set
H 4.41 in W 13.43 in D 14.02 in
Willy Guhl Concrete Octagonal Vase
By Willy Guhl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Concrete vase by Willy Guhl. Made of fiber cement. 8 sided with small base. Great vintage condition. Great oversized vase.
Category
1960s Swiss Used Book Shelves
Materials
Cement
Paul Evans for Directional 'PE 68' Wall Unit in Bronzed Resin and Glass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Paul Evans for Directional, wall shelves, model 'PE 68', epoxy bronzed resin over wood, glass, United States, 1970s
Grand wall unit by Paul Evans, designed for Directional in the 19...
Category
1970s American Post-Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Glass, Resin, Wood
$36,000
H 80.01 in W 99.22 in D 17.41 in
Taichiro Nakay for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Wall Cabinet in Teak
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Taichiro Nakay (Nakai) for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, wall cabinet, teak, coated steel, brass, glass, Italy, circa 1955
Taichiro Nakay is an incredibly talented Japanese designer ...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
$21,700
H 65.56 in W 100.6 in D 16.93 in
Mid Century Faux Bamboo Modular Etageres
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Pair of fun, chic faux bamboo etageres. plated in contrasting brass tone. Modular pieces so you can control hight and configuration. each with 4 glass shelves.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
Bauhaus Style Round Tubular Chrome & Glass Étagère, Mid-20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking and quintessential example of Bauhaus-style design, this round étagère perfectly embodies the movement's radical commitment to functionalism, industrial materials, and geo...
Category
1970s Dutch Bauhaus Used Book Shelves
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Vintage Boho Bent Bamboo Table Top Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Capture the essence of worldly, layered design with this striking vintage tabletop etagere. Masterfully constructed from bent bamboo, this piece features a dramatic, architectural si...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Vintage Boho Bamboo Hall Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Infuse your space with worldly charm and organic texture with this delightful vintage bamboo etagere. Expertly crafted with a classic faux bamboo frame, this shelving unit features e...
Category
Early 20th Century American British Colonial Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo
vintage wall rack wall system 1960s Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage wall rack wall system 1960s Swedish
period 1960s
design unknown Sweden
condition good minor signs of use
size 75 x 107 x 30.5 (hxbxd)
details oak; metal; glass; ...
Category
1960s Swedish Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
vintage wall unit wall cabinet 1960s Swedish
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage wall unit wall cabinet 1960s Swedish
period 1960s
design unknown Sweden
condition good minor signs of use
size 172 x 239 x 45 (hxbxd)
details teak; modular;
arti...
Category
1960s Swedish Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
Book Stand / Shelf Mission Oak Arts & Crafts
Located in Fulton, CA
An early 20th century Mission Oak or Arts & Crafts diminutive book shelf. Crafted in cross-cut and tiger oak. Circa. 1915.
28.5 inches high.
18.63 inches wide.
9.25 inches deep.
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
Double Arched Brass Plated Étagère Display with Glass Shelves
Located in San Francisco, CA
Brass double arched étagère in good condition. The brass is distressed/worn, giving a nice patina. The clear glass shelves are in good condition, with one small crack on the middle s...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal, Brass
Early Italian Metal Tole Garden Etagere Or Shelf W/ Lemons, Pears, and Cherries
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early Italian tole etagere with glass shelves. It features cascading greenery and fruit. It was probably once used outside as it does show wear to the greenery and frame. ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
$2,425 / item
H 54 in W 20 in D 20 in
1950s Vintage French Iron and Brass Baker’s Rack With White Glass Shelves
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Vintage French baker’s rack featuring a scrolled black iron frame with brass trim and finials. The piece includes four white glass shelves, offering a clean, reflective surface ideal...
Category
1950s French Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass, Iron
$1,200
H 84 in W 36 in D 16 in
Stunning Christian Liaigre “Editeur” Shelf
By Christian Liaigre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Incredible lacquered massacre ebony shelf with metal frame by Christian Liaigre. Purchased from Liaigre showroom in NYC in 2012. Great overall condition. Retail price was approximate...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Ebony
huge wall shelf by Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz
Located in Kiel, SH
original wall shelf by Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz in good used condition.
The shelf have small signs of use and age.
Category
1970s Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Brushed Aluminum Chrome Frame Etagere Bookcase Shelf
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Brushed Aluminum Chrome Frame Etagere Display Shelf. Item features brushed aluminum metal frame, 5 smoked glass shelves, clean modernist lines. Circa Mid 2...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
$695
H 74.5 in W 30 in D 16 in
Japanese Vintage Wooden Open Shelf, Mid Showa Period '1940-'
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This wooden open shelf was crafted in the Mid Showa Period'1940-'.
This simple yet striking open shelf is made from heavy pine wood, with some parts crafted from cedar, giving it a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Organic Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Cedar, Pine
Liberty Display Shelf 1920's
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
This elegant display piece was originally used as a store fixture at Liberty, the iconic and historic department store in London, renowned for its contributions to art, design, and c...
Category
1920s British Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bronze
1960s Two Fully Restored Danish Sigfred Omann Floating Nightstands in Teak
By Sigfred Omann, Ølholm Møbelfabrik
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Set of two fully restored Danish Sigfred Omann floating nightstands in teak by Oelholm
A pair of floating nightstands or shelves in teak, each with a single drawer, designed b...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
$1,920 / set
H 12.21 in W 14.97 in D 10.24 in
Antique British Colonial Four Tiered Etagere
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome 19th century British colonial etagere handcrafted in mahogany with finials at the top over four tiers with galleries and classic turned supports on porcelain wheels.
Category
19th Century English British Colonial Used Book Shelves
Materials
Porcelain, Mahogany
1950s Wall shelf, Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic shelving system from the 1950s. The high-quality container and shelves are veneered in teak. The system consists of two shelves, a container with sliding doors and two wooden...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
Mathieu Matégot Midcentury Dedal wall shelf, red perforated metal, France, 50s
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Paris, FR
"Dedal" wall shelf by renowned French designer Mathieu Matégot.7
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Perforated metal lacquered in red.
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Original condition with original paint.
.
Made in France in the 1950s.
.
Docum...
Category
1950s French Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
$3,368
H 19.69 in W 35.44 in D 6.3 in
1960s/70s Teak Shelf, Wall Shelf, WHB Germany, String Shelf, Danish Design
By WHB furniture
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
1960s/70s Teak Shelf, Wall Shelf, WHB Germany, String Shelf, Danish Design
Object: Wall Shelf
Manufacturer: WHB
Condition: Good - Vintage
Age: circa 1960-1970
Dimensions:
Width...
Category
1960s German Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
$599
H 10.24 in W 56.7 in D 10.44 in
1960s/70s Teak String Shelf Module by Kajsa & Nils "Nisse" Strinning, Sweden
By Nissen
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
1960s/70s Teak String Shelf Module by Kajsa & Nils "Nisse" Strinning, Sweden
Object: String Shelf
Manufacturer:
Condition: Good - Vintage
Age: Approx. 1960-1970
Dimensions:
Wid...
Category
1960s Swedish Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
$479
H 20.48 in W 31.5 in D 7.88 in
Mogens Koch Three Bookcases in Oak for Rud, Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch three bookcases in Oak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
The reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
1960s/70s Teak String Shelf Module by Kajsa & Nils "Nisse" Strinning, Sweden
By Nissen
Located in Neuenkirchen, NI
1960s/70s Teak String Shelf Module by Kajsa & Nils "Nisse" Strinning, Sweden
Object: String Shelf
Manufacturer:
Condition: Good - Vintage
Age: Approx. 1960-1970
Dimensions:
Wid...
Category
1960s Swedish Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
$479
H 20.48 in W 31.5 in D 7.88 in
English Mahogany Three Tiered Butler's Trolley Large Casters
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century English Mahogany Butler's Trolley/Dumb Waiter
This carved mahogany butler's trolley, also known as a dumb waiter, features three graduated tiers supported by turned and...
Category
19th Century English Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Regency Brass Butterfly Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover a masterpiece of botanical artistry with this enchanting vintage etagere. Masterfully crafted from gilded metal, this sculptural piece features climbing vines, delicate leav...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass, Iron
Vintage wall system / wall unit by Musterring made in the 60s
Located in Breda, NB
Vintage wall system / wall unit by Musterring made in the 60s. Give your interior character with this beautiful vintage wall system from the renowned German brand Musterring. This mo...
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Bent Rattan Scroll Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Channel a world of bohemian romance with this stunning vintage bent rattan and bamboo etagere. A true masterpiece of artisan craftsmanship, this spectacular piece features an intrica...
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
Rectangular Gold Aluminum Console Table with Two Glass Shelves, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1980s.
This shelving unit is made in anodized aluminum and glass. It can be used as a divider.
It may show slight traces of use since it's vintage, but it can be consi...
Category
1980s Italian Post-Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
$1,440
H 32.68 in W 39.38 in D 13.78 in
Swedish Modern, Set of 6 Multifunctional Shelves in Pine, Late 19th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Sold as a set 6.
In the year 1877, the Swedish Royal library moved into a newly constructed building in Humlegården, Stockholm. The Architect was Gustaf Dahl.
On the top 3 floors o...
Category
1870s Swedish Brutalist Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine
$1,500 / set
H 4.73 in W 29.93 in D 11.82 in
Hollywood Regancy Acrylic Shelf Brass Vintage
Located in Berlin, DE
Hollywood Regancy acrylic shelf brass vintage extremely rare piece high quality processed wall bracket available
Solid acryl
Category
1980s Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
Restored Walnut Veneer Wardrobe with Art Deco Influence, 1930s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This walnut-veneered wardrobe was crafted in Czechoslovakia sometime between the 1930s and 1960s and represents the refined craftsmanship of furniture production of that era, which w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood, Walnut
$3,481 Sale Price
20% Off
H 74.81 in W 49.81 in D 22.45 in
19th Century Mahogany Turned Standing Shelf
Located in High Point, NC
19th Century English standing shelf made from mahogany. It has lovely hand turned finials and shelf supports in a bobbin pattern, and is resting on lovely hand turned bun feet.
Category
19th Century English Victorian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
Lips Vago 'Triennale' Bookcases or Shelving System in Dark Green Lacquered Steel
By Lips Vago
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lips Vago, 'Triennale' set of four shelving units or bookcases, dark green lacquered steel, Italy, design 1954
Constructed from steel sheets, the 'Triennale' bookcase or shelving un...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Steel
$10,800 / set
H 78.75 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in
Restored Mid-Century Walnut Wardrobe, Czechoslovakia, 1930s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This elegant two-door wardrobe was produced in former Czechoslovakia as part of a broader national furniture production program that carried strong influences of Art Deco design. Mad...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood, Walnut
$3,481 Sale Price
20% Off
H 74.81 in W 49.81 in D 22.45 in
Midcentury High Gloss Wardrobe by Tatra Nábytok, 1960s
By Tatra
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This vintage two-door wardrobe was produced by Tatra Nábytok in the former Czechoslovakia during the mid-20th century (1960s). It is part of a broader line of furniture rooted in Art...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Mid Century modern iron and glass hanging shelves
Located in Hudson, NY
Add a touch of mid-century sophistication to your space with these floating shelves. Crafted from sturdy iron, the black finish adds a contemporary edge and complements a variety of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Iron
Wall Mounted Teak Shelf/Writing Table
By Cado
Located in Hanover, MA
Solid teak wall mounted shelf or writing table, probably for use with a telephone or as a vide poche.
Apparently never used.
This came from same household as our separately listed Po...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
Circa 1930 French Art Deco Corner Wall Shelf
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Circa 1930 French Art Deco Corner Wall Shelf
Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
Restored Bauhaus Etagere, by A. Beck, Robert Slezak, Birch, Chrome, Czech, 1930s
By Robert Slezák
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Catalog number: B8
Producer: Robert Slezák, Bystřice pod Hostýnem
Architect: Arnošt Beck
This elegant Bauhaus-style étagère originates from Czechoslovakia from the first half of th...
Category
1930s Czech Bauhaus Used Book Shelves
Materials
Steel, Chrome
$2,161
H 33.86 in W 27.96 in D 15.75 in
Rustic Display Bamboo Ladder Rack
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Rustic Display Bamboo Ladder Rack. Rustic Display Bamboo Ladder Rack. Perfect condition, natural color. Can be used to hang clothes, scarves or towels in the bathroom. Crafted from s...
Category
Late 20th Century French Rustic Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo
Ate van Apeldoorn Mid-Century Pine Bookshelf
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully crafted solid pine bookshelf designed by Dutch designer Ate van Apeldoorn for Houtwerk Hattem in the Netherlands, circa 1970s. This piece features open shelving with clea...
Category
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine
A console by Andre Sornay France 40s.
By Andre Sornay
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
A large studded light beech console with two horizontal tops separated by vertical uprights and finished with a rainbow motif. By André Sornay (1902-2000), France 40s.
Category
1940s French Used Book Shelves
Materials
Beech
Vintage French Country White Wrought Iron & Brass 3 Tier Pastry Bakers Rack
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage French Country White Scrolling Wrought Iron & Brass 3 Tier (2 Glass Shelves) Pastry Bakers Rack. Circa Late 20th Century. Measurements: 82.5" H x 36.5" W x 18.5" D.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Other Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
$1,800
H 82.5 in W 36.5 in D 18.5 in
Chinese Mahogany Hanging Curio Wall Cabinet with Offset Display Shelves 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Chinese Mahogany Hanging Curio Wall Cabinet with Offset Display Shelves 20thC (33" x 21" x 4 3/8").
A finely crafted Chinese mahogany hanging curio wall cabinet, 20th century. Thi...
Category
20th Century Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
$688 Sale Price
20% Off
H 33 in W 21 in D 4.5 in
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Used Book Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of used book shelves available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, all used book shelves available were constructed with great care. Used book shelves have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Used book shelves are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Used book shelves have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Poul Cadovius, Nils Nisse Strinning and String Design AB are consistently popular.
How Much are Used Book Shelves?
Prices for used book shelves can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, used book shelves begin at $1 and can go as high as $125,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,800.
Finding the Right Shelves for You
From valuable historical memorabilia to rare architectural models to priceless family photos, there’s no shortage of collectibles and curiosities worthy of adorning your home. Why not take the time to find the ideal antique, new or vintage shelves for your treasured trinkets?
For every space and object, there’s sure to be a wall-mounted or sturdy floor solution that matches your shelving needs on 1stDibs. And while shelves should technically stick out from your wall, they shouldn’t from the rest of your decor.
Because you can find shelves made with a wide variety of materials today, everything from teak to brass, your shelving can seamlessly support your existing color scheme and design style. An arrangement of shelves from floor to ceiling can turn your wall into a proud storage space for displaying artwork, decorative objects and books. Options abound with regard to shelving for the latter, as furniture designers know that literature creates an inviting atmosphere in any room, and one of the simplest ways to integrate books into an interior design is with the right shelves or bookcase.
Elegant shelving is a must for a happy home office or library, but a sharp shelving system can freshen up virtually any room in your home. Proudly display your vintage dinner plates and other tableware with open shelving in the kitchen or tuck away linens in big baskets on shelves in your bathroom if you’re navigating life without a proper linen closet.
On 1stDibs, find a wide range of shelves that includes everything from mid-century modern floating shelves to decorative Chinese shelves dating from the 18th century to contemporary statement-making structures that are as provocative as they are convenient.
Questions About Used Book Shelves
- How were book presses used?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A book press was used to bind books with pressure. When a book is placed in the center of the press, the platen is lowered to firmly press the book to hold its shape. Today, book presses are a popular home decor choice for collectors and avid book readers alike. Shop a selection of vintage book presses on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Tempered 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.
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