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Antique Biedermeier Secretary shelve circa 1810 Cuba Mahogany veneer
Located in Berlin, DE
High-quality Cuba mahogany on solid oak . Rectangular body on pointed legs. Provided with three drawers . Straight writing tablet, behind it architectural interior with 5 columns. Se...
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19th Century German Biedermeier Used Book Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

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.
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Mid-20th Century European Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Birch

Magazine ‘Zink’ shelf by Jonas Bohlin for Källemo, Sweden 1984
By Jonas Bohlin, Källemo
Located in Antwerp, BE
A striking example of Swedish postmodern design, this magazine ‘Zink’ shelf by Jonas Bohlin for Källemo blends industrial edge with sculptural elegance. Designed in 1984 and crafted ...
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1980s Swedish Post-Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Italian Midcentury Freestanding Modular XXL Designer Wall Unit Shelf, 1960s
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Italian Midcentury Freestanding Modular XXL Designer Wall Unit Shelf, 1960s Beautiful, very large freestanding designer wall shelf, made in Italy in the 1970s in Scandinavian style ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century Mahogany 3-Teir Demilune Form Wine Butler/Plant Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
Pair of 19th Century Mahogany 3-Teir Demilune Form Wine Butler/Plant Stand Brass inserts 27.25"W x 16"D x 49"H
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19th Century Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Tricom Italian Etagere or Wall Unit after Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman, Tricom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large symmetrical chrome and glass etagere in the style of Milo Baughman. It features a heavy chrome frame with clear rectangular sized glass shelves.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Extraordinary Mid-Century wall shelf in curved rattan, bamboo and wicker. This marvellous object was made in Italy in the 1960s and is attributed to the mastery of Franco Albini. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

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...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Hanging Bedside Tables in Solid Elm, House Regain, France, 1970s
By Maison Regain
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
These original hanging tables are very interesting in a small bed room because of their size and fixing system. They can also be used as shells, they are very solid thanks to the mas...
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1970s French Used Book Shelves

Materials

Elm

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.
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1960s Swiss Used Book Shelves

Materials

Cement

Willy Guhl Concrete Octagonal Vase
Willy Guhl Concrete Octagonal Vase
$2,200
H 18.25 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in
Expertly Restored - Carlo Jensen Danish Modern Bookshelf in Brazilian Rosewood
By Hundevad & Co., Carlo Jensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Dieter Rams Wall Mount 606 Shelving Unit for Vitsoe in Black
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large black "606" wall mount shelving system by the incomparable and highly influential Dieter Rams for Vitsoe, Germany. Stunning, timeless design features black laminate shelves wit...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Danish Modern Wall Ladder Shelf Unit in Walnut by Kaspar Rom
By Norm Architects
Located in San Diego, CA
Norm Architects Jonas Bjerre-Poulsen focuses on shape and tactility. Kasper Rønn concentrates on technology and inventions. Together they are Norm Architects, founded with the aim o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Walnut

c. 1830s William IV English Butler's Serving Etagere
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1830s William IV dumbwaiter trolley or butler's serving etagere, English. Fine mahogany timbers. Bold, inverted, tapered, gadrooned columns and conforming flattened finials. Ga...
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Mid-19th Century English William IV Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

c. 1830s William IV English Butler's Serving Etagere
c. 1830s William IV English Butler's Serving Etagere
$2,800
H 43.5 in W 46.88 in D 18.5 in
1950s Japanese vintage solid wood tall square open shelf unit wabi sabi japandi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
This vintage, 6.15 feet (187.5cm) tall, 5.61 feet (171cm) wide open back square shelving unit was manufactured in circa 1950s to 70s, estimate from the style & material. Fully made o...
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Mid-20th Century Used Book Shelves

Materials

Hardwood, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Shelve, Finland, 1950s
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Mid-Century Modern shelve, manufactured in Finland, 1950s. Brass frame with glass shelves. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with age and use.
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Shelve, Finland, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Glass and Brass Shelve, Finland, 1950s
$2,200
H 74.02 in W 18.71 in D 16.15 in
Antique wooden wall mounted carved console, France ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / wall mounted console / wood / Antique / Rustic / French Provincial Architectural ornament in solid wood from the mid 19th century in France. The console features a s...
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Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Italian Corner Shelving Unit & Cabinet in Gio Ponti Style
By Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An architecturally compelling Italian Mid-Century Modern corner room divider shelving unit, attributed to the elegant design sensibility of the Gio Ponti style. This piece offers a s...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal

Small Regency Rosewood Whatnot
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Superb Quality 19th Century Regency Period Rosewood Whatnot, Or Etagere, Having Three Superbly Figured Tiers, United By Extremely Elegant Reverse Tapered Turned Upright Supports, T...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Used Book Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Small Regency Rosewood Whatnot
Small Regency Rosewood Whatnot
$4,793
H 36.5 in W 16 in D 13.5 in
Etagère en orme massif moderniste par Pierre CHAPO manufacture de Seltz 1950's
By Ebenisterie Seltz et Fils 1, Pierre Chapo
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Etagère en orme massif moderniste par Pierre CHAPO édité par la manufacture de Seltz 1950's Pierre Chapo, architecte et ébéniste français formé à l’école des Beaux-Arts, s’est impos...
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1950s French Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Elm

Early 20th Century Book Rack - English - Solid Brass - Geometric Design
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Elegant English brass book rack from the early 20th century. This solid and stable piece features a refined geometric design, giving it both a decorative and functional appeal. The b...
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1910s English Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Antique Art Populaire Cabinet, France, 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
An authentic 19th-century shelving cabinet from the Spanish Pyrenees, masterfully crafted in solid wood with distinctive folk-art details. This regional piece features open shelves a...
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Early 19th Century Spanish Rustic Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Antique Art Populaire Cabinet, France, 19th Century
Antique Art Populaire Cabinet, France, 19th Century
$3,750
H 57.88 in W 30.71 in D 13.39 in
Vintage bespoke made Japanese style floating shelf
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wonderful floating shelf with drawer.  This piece is bespoke made and dates from the 1990s. Made from solid Sycamore with Walnut handle to the drawer.  Very nicely executed dovetail...
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20th Century English Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Vintage bespoke made Japanese style floating shelf
Vintage bespoke made Japanese style floating shelf
$616
H 3.94 in W 33.47 in D 6.11 in
Vittorio Introini for Proposals Wall Unit in Steel and Glass
By Vittorio Introini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vittorio Introini for Proposals wall unit or library, glass, steel, brass, Italy, 1970s This exceptional made-to-order wall unit was designed by Vittorio Introini and manufactured b...
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Steel

Rattan And Bamboo Pagoda Shelf Italy 1970
Located in Charmes, FR
superb rattan and bamboo furniture, work from the 70s, Italy in very good condition, the shelves are made of glass
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1970s Italian Bohemian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Rattan

Rattan And Bamboo Pagoda Shelf Italy 1970
Rattan And Bamboo Pagoda Shelf Italy 1970
$5,352
H 82.68 in W 69.69 in D 17.72 in
Monumental Early 20th Century French Iron and Brass Baker’s Rack with Scrollwork
Located in Dallas, TX
Add grandeur and functionality to your kitchen, dining room, or garden with this large antique baker’s rack. Crafted in France circa 1920, the nearly 10-foot-long shelving unit is bu...
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Early 20th Century French Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Wrought Iron

Vintage Boho Christiane Liagre for Holly Hunt Cereused Etagere - A Pair
By Christian Liaigre
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a sophisticated pair of vintage étagères, attributed to the iconic design of Christian Liaigre for Holly Hunt. These stunning bookcases embody a refined industrial modern ...
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Late 20th Century American Industrial Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Four Tier Glass Etagere With Brass Fittings
Located in Locust Valley, NY
This minimalist four-tier étagère offers a clean, modern aesthetic with an emphasis on lightness and transparency. Each shelf is made of clear glass, supported by sleek vertical glas...
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Late 20th Century Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wine Rack
Located in Elkton, MD
A rattan and wood wine rack; holds, 24 bottles of wine with storage drawer on bottom.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Reed, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wine Rack
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Wine Rack
$750
H 51.5 in W 13 in D 19 in
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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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Teak

Tomado  modular shelving system Teak 1950s Holland
Tomado  modular shelving system Teak 1950s Holland
$654 / set
H 30.71 in W 27.17 in D 8.27 in
1960s Poul Cadovius for Cado 3-Bay Rosewood Wall Unit
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Poul Cadovius for Cado 3-bay rosewood wall unit manufactored by Cado We are selling this rosewood wall unit as is for a client who has owned it for many years but no longer ha...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

1960s Poul Cadovius for Cado 3-Bay Rosewood Wall Unit
1960s Poul Cadovius for Cado 3-Bay Rosewood Wall Unit
$7,763
H 73.04 in W 93.71 in D 16.54 in
Vintage Boho Pine Etagere Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace minimalist design with a touch of bohemian warmth with this vintage pine etagere. This open shelving unit features a clean, airy design crafted from light-toned pine wood, of...
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Late 20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Pine

Vintage Boho Pine Etagere Etagere
Vintage Boho Pine Etagere Etagere
$3,850
H 78 in W 72.75 in D 14.75 in
Vintage Boho Monumental Industrial Etagere - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Presenting a truly striking pair of vintage etageres that masterfully blend monumental scale with a distinctive industrial-bohemian aesthetic. Crafted from galvanized steel, these to...
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Late 20th Century American Industrial Used Book Shelves

Materials

Steel

Vintage Boho Monumental Industrial Etagere - A Pair
Vintage Boho Monumental Industrial Etagere - A Pair
$3,650 / set
H 120 in W 32 in D 12 in
Antique English Jacobean Bookcase Bookshelf Cabinet Barley Twist Wavy Glass Oak
Located in Tyler, TX
BEAUTIFUL Antique English Jacobean Oak Bookcase or Display Cabinet with Double "Wavy" Glass Doors and Center Cabinet~~Barley Twist Legs~~c. 1920s PERFECT for your favorite antique b...
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1920s English Jacobean Used Book Shelves

Materials

Glass, Oak

Pair of Maison Jansen Paris, brushed steel and brass six shelf etageres
By Maison Jansen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of Maison Jansen brushed steel and brass etageres. There are six removable glass shelves that set in on cylindrical brass shelf holders. The brushed steel shelves are squar...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass, Steel

Royal Cado Shelving System
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cado Royal System 3 bay Unit. Includes 3 cabinets and 8 shelves. Unit comes with Four 78" tall brackets that mount to the wall. Endless possibilities in the way you hang this very...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Royal Cado Shelving System
Royal Cado Shelving System
$4,500 / set
H 78 in W 94.75 in D 15 in
Antique English Jacobean Bookcase Bookshelf Cabinet Wavy 3 Door Glass Mahogany
Located in Tyler, TX
BEAUTIFUL Antique English Jacobean Mahogany Bookcase or Display Cabinet with Triple "Wavy" Glass Doors~~c. 1930s PERFECT for your favorite antique books or collectibles~~flat top fo...
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1930s English Jacobean Used Book Shelves

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Pastoe “Horizontals” A-Line Wall Cabinet by Shigeru Uchida
Located in Dronten, NL
Designed by Shigeru Uchida for Pastoe, this compact wall-mounted cabinet from the Horizontals A-Line series is a rare and elegant storage piece originally conceived for CDs. Uchida’s...
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Early 2000s Dutch Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Brutalist wall unit wall system 1960s Danish
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Lemmer, NL
Brutalist wall unit wall system 1960s Danish period 1960s design style Henning Kjaernulf Denmark condition good minor signs of wear size 189 x 373 x 42.5 (h x w x d) detai...
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1960s Danish Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Brutalist wall unit  wall system  1960s  Danish
Brutalist wall unit  wall system  1960s  Danish
$7,130
H 73.63 in W 146.86 in D 16.74 in
Antique Victorian Walnut & Burl Etagere Server C1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Victorian Walnut & Burl Etagere Server C1880 Measures - 73" x 41 1/8" x 20 5/8" A striking example of Victorian craftsmanship, this walnut and burl etagere server dates to ci...
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Late 19th Century Used Book Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Walnut & Burl Etagere Server C1880
Antique Victorian Walnut & Burl Etagere Server C1880
$1,650
H 73 in W 41.25 in D 20.75 in
Vintage shelving units by Renato Zevi
By Renato Zevi
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Vintage shelving units by Renato Zevi in very nice original condition with signs of use.
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1970s Hungarian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage shelving units by Renato Zevi
Vintage shelving units by Renato Zevi
$1,784 / item
H 42.13 in W 29.93 in D 14.57 in
Brutalist Rustic Mid-Century Modern Freestanding Modular Wall Unit, 1980s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Decorative and rare Brutalist Rustic Mid-Century Modern freestanding modular wall unit. Striking Dutch design from the 1980s. Solid oak cabinets and shelves with wrought iron upright...
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1980s Brutalist Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Regency Monumental Etagere - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Command attention with this exceptional pair of vintage monumental étagères, seamlessly blending the robust aesthetic of industrial design with a touch of Hollywood Regency sophistic...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal

Vintage Regency Monumental Etagere - A Pair
Vintage Regency Monumental Etagere - A Pair
$5,450 / set
H 97.5 in W 32 in D 13.5 in
Three Tier Elm Shelf with Chrome Handles, France, c. 1970
Located in New York City, NY
Solid three tier side table made of beautiful, warm elm. Chrome handles at each side.
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1970s Used Book Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Woven Etageres - Set of 2
By Milo Baughman
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a pair of Mid-Century Modern Rattan Woven Etageres. Featuring an identical pair of etageres, rattan woven frames, and multiple glass shelves for storage or displa...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Rattan, Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Woven Etageres - Set of 2
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Woven Etageres - Set of 2
$3,995 / set
H 79 in W 42.25 in D 15.75 in
3-Holes File Rack, Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A rare and authentic example from the Chandigarh project in India, this teak 3-holes file rack by Pierre Jeanneret reflects the architect’s rational yet sculptural design language. C...
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1960s Indian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Teak

3-Holes File Rack, Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh,  1960s
3-Holes File Rack, Pierre Jeanneret, Chandigarh,  1960s
$20,000
H 33.08 in W 66.15 in D 10.83 in
Vintage Oak Bookcase Folding Desk Shelves French Midcentury
Located in Labrit, Landes
Bookcase folding desk vintage shelves, mid-20th century Massive oak Depth of the shelves: 8.46 in. (21,5 cm) Dimension of the foldable desk: D 19.29 x L 24.41 x H 25.98 in. (D: 49 L:...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

Antique Industrial Wood and Steel Shoe Factory Drying Rack
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Unique antique industrial piece. Research indicates that it is most likely a shoe factory drying rack. Constructed of wood and steel it is sturdy enough to be used as a shoe rack i...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Used Book Shelves

Materials

Steel

Wicker Bamboo Storage Shelves Étagère
Located in New York, NY
A wicker bamboo storage piece etagere, circa late-20th century. Piece has a bamboo frame, three (3) wicker shelves, and a twisted back wicker detail. A great piece for a bathroom, po...
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Late 20th Century Used Book Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Wicker Bamboo Storage Shelves Étagère
Wicker Bamboo Storage Shelves Étagère
$975
H 27.75 in W 11.63 in D 11.63 in
Mid-Century Large French Riviera Shelf in Bamboo, Rattan and Wicker, Italy 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Mid-Century large organic wall shelf entirely made of bamboo, rattan, and hand-woven wicker. This stunning piece was likely designed by Vivai del Sud in Italy during the 19...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Arts and Crafts Hand-Crafted Wood Shelf, circa 1910, United Kingdom.
By Charles Rohlfs
Located in Brussels, BE
Arts and Crafts Hand-Crafted Wood Shelf, circa 1910, United Kingdom. Dark tinted oak, two shelves. Dimensions: 79 cm H (31,10 in), 116 cm W (45,66 in), 39 cm D (15, 35 in). The heigh...
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1910s British Arts and Crafts Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

20th Century French Metal Shelf On Wooden Base
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th-century French metal shelf is an exceptional example of industrial-era craftsmanship. The structure features a grid of patinated metal mesh supported by a sturdy wooden bas...
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20th Century French Industrial Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal

20th Century French Metal Shelf On Wooden Base
20th Century French Metal Shelf On Wooden Base
$1,595
H 42.9 in W 42.1 in D 10.9 in
20th Century French Metal Shelf On Wooden Base
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th-century French metal shelf is an exceptional example of industrial-era craftsmanship. The structure features a grid of patinated metal mesh supported by a sturdy wooden bas...
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20th Century French Industrial Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal

20th Century French Metal Shelf On Wooden Base
20th Century French Metal Shelf On Wooden Base
$1,595
H 44.9 in W 56.2 in D 10.9 in
20th Century French Metal Shelf On Wooden Base
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th-century French metal shelf is an exceptional example of industrial-era craftsmanship. The structure features a grid of patinated metal mesh supported by a sturdy wooden bas...
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20th Century French Industrial Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal

20th Century French Metal Shelf On Wooden Base
20th Century French Metal Shelf On Wooden Base
$1,595
H 44.9 in W 56.2 in D 11.3 in
Antique Victorian Carved Rosewood Filigree Four-Shelf Etagere With Drawer c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Victorian Carved Rosewood Filigree Four-Shelf Etagere With Drawer c1890 Measures- 56 5/8" x 29 1/4" x 14 1/2" A striking example of Victorian craftsmanship, this antique etag...
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Late 19th Century Used Book Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Arts & Crafts Stickley School Oak Five-Shelf Spindled Magazine Rack c1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Stickley School Arts & Crafts Oak 5 Shelf Spindled Magazine Rack C1920 Measures - 49 5/8" x 31" x 15" This oak magazine rack is a fine example of the Arts & Crafts movement, produce...
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Early 20th Century Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit, 1960s
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit, 1960s
$5,708
H 70.87 in W 116.34 in D 18.9 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
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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, 2021
    Tempered glass is used most often for shelving. It is five to six times stronger than ordinary glass and provides better protection and safety. Shop a variety of vintage and antique tempered glass on 1stDibs.

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Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.

Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture

In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.

These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project

From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.