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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...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
1960 Retro Pilastro Tomado shelving Grey Metal Desk Unit with Drawer and Shelf
By Tjerk Reijenga, Tomado
Located in Markington, GB
1960 retro Pilastro Tomado shelving grey metal desk unit with drawer and shelf designed by Tjerk Reijenga for Tomado, Holland. The wall unit is in very good vintage condition.
Mea...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 19.69 in W 29.93 in D 18.51 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...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Chrome
H 74 in W 35.5 in D 16 in
English Wall Hanging Shelves of Patinated Oak with Canopy Top and Ogee Sides
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English wall hanging shelf or set of shelves of patinated oak from the 19th century, featuring a canopy top with cornice moulding and decorative ogees to the opposing sides, o...
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19th Century English Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood, Oak
H 40.5 in W 58.5 in D 10.5 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
H 31.7 in W 21.75 in D 11.4 in
Mastercraft 16 Piece Wall Unit
By William Doezema, Mastercraft
Located in Hanover, MA
Very rare cabinet storage unit for living or bedroom by William Doezema for Mastercraft Originals from one of their earliest collections in the late 1950's.
16 separate pieces: four...
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1950s American Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
Japanese Old Display Stand with BK color / Japanese Old Wooden Shelves
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a beautiful black Japanese display shelf.
The wood is oak.
Oak has long been used for luxury furniture in Japan.
The design is very simple, with nothing underneath so that t...
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20th Century Japanese Showa Used Book Shelves
Materials
Other
H 38.59 in W 37.01 in D 15.95 in
Antique English Plate Rack Wall Shelf LARGE Jacobean Carved Oak Mid 19th century
Located in Tyler, TX
~~CHARMING Antique English LARGE Jacobean Carved Oak Plate Rack Wall Shelf~~
Popular classic English hanging wall plate rack with carved diamonds and buttons~~plate grooves and han...
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Mid-19th Century English Jacobean Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
H 40 in W 60.25 in D 8 in
e15 Set of Two Profil Shelves designed by Jörg Schellmann in Stock
By e15
Located in New York, NY
Evoking associations with minimal art, the wall-mounted shelf PROFIL by Jörg Schellmann bears a distinct sculptural appeal. The aluminium shelf is produced in one piece by way of ext...
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2010s German Used Book Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Regency Style Carved Mahogany Faux Bamboo Etagere / Shelf / Book
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a regency style carved fruitwood faux bamboo shelf / etagere / bookcase. The shelves are about 11.75” deep, and 14 inches in height. The top shelf is the only one that has a ...
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Mid-20th Century American Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 70.5 in W 30 in D 12.5 in
ONE AVAILABLE. Display Shelves in Red Tubular Enameled Steel with 3/8 Inch Glass
Located in Kansas City, MO
ONE AVAILABLE. Storage shelves with 3/8 inch polished edge glass and red enameled tubular frames. Very good condition. Price is for each. These would work well in any mid century, p...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Glass
H 68.5 in W 33.5 in D 15 in
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
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
H 75.79 in W 97.05 in D 15.36 in
1950's Engineers Double Drawer Units - Twenty Four Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Engineers Double Drawer Units – Twenty Four Drawers.
We recently cleared an engineering workshop in Northamptonshire, buying a large batch of these stunning drawer units ori...
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1950s English Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine
1940's Tall French Workshop Shelving Unit - Thirty Four Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Tall French Workshop Shelving Unit – Thirty Four Drawers.
Sourced in France this is a practical piece of storage, the bottom has nine large drawers and 25 small drawers. The...
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1940s French Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine
4x Flötotto "Profilsystem" Chests of Drawers, modular
By Pagholz Flötotto
Located in Neuss, NW
Four-part profile system by Flötotto from the 1970s. The system consists of three containers with one door and shelves and one container with eight drawers. Frames and drawers made o...
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1970s German Used Book Shelves
Materials
Formica, Beech
1930's Very Large Bank Of Seed Drawers - One Hundred And Twelve Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1930’s Very Large Bank Of Seed Drawers – One Hundred And Twelve Drawers. Massive bank of drawers sourced in France it was used to hold seed packets. The cabinet is made from a mixtur...
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1930s French Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine
H 43.31 in W 110.24 in D 9.85 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~~...
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1920s English Victorian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
Femina Vanity Table – Jindřich Halabala, 1970s, UP Závody Bučovice
By Up Závody, Jindřich Halabala
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Original Femina vanity table designed by Jindřich Halabala and produced in the 1970s by UP Závody Bučovice, a key manufacturer in Czechoslovakia. The production label on the piece co...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
70s White and Stainless Steel System Cabinet by Jacob Jensen for Bang & Olufsen
By Jacob Jensen, Bang & Olufsen
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
System cabinet / audio furniture designed by Jacob Jensen for Bang & Olufsen. This minimalist and elegant piece reflects Jensen’s signature Scandinavian design language, combining cl...
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1970s Danish Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal, Stainless Steel
H 24.02 in W 28.35 in D 13.39 in
Large Italian Midcentury Shelf in Lucite and Glass, 1980s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Morazzone, Varese
Large Italian Midcentury Shelf in Lucite and Glass, 1980s
Large, elegant free-standing shelf with five shelves.
The frame of the shelf is made of transparent polycarbonate (lucite),...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal, Brass
Midcentury Italian Walnut Burl Wood Three Shelves Open Bookcase Library
Located in Carimate, Como
A beautiful Italian walnut, carved, three shelves, open bookcase, with great details and frames shaped in Victorian, Napoleon III, Louis XV style with beautiful burl wood pattern dec...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 38.98 in W 40.95 in D 13.78 in
19th Century French Steel and Brass Bakers Shelves
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Beautiful late 19th Century French bakers shelves made from steel and brass.
These were used to display bread in the baker's shop. They would now make very impressive and decorative...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho French Bamboo Etagere
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this magnificent Vintage French Riviera Bamboo & Wicker Etagere Bookshelf, a truly captivating piece that embodies the relaxed elegance and artistic spirit...
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Late 20th Century French Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Antique English Barristers Lawyers Bookcase Bookshelf Cabinet Oak c. 1940s
Located in Tyler, TX
BEAUTIFUL Antique English Oak Barristers Lawyers Bookcase or Entry Hall Cabinet with 3 Glass Doors ~~c. 1930s-40s
PERFECT for your favorite antique books or collectibles~~top surfac...
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1940s English Arts and Crafts Used Book Shelves
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 40 in W 35.25 in D 11.25 in
Pair of gray lacquered wooden shelves with fluted uprights and gilt brass detail
Located in Madrid, España
Pair of gray lacquered wooden shelves with fluted uprights and gilt brass details - Spain - c. 1970
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1970s Spanish Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 86.62 in W 43.31 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Wall-Mounted Coat Rack with Mirror and Drawer, 1960s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
A functional and stylish vintage coat rack from the 1960s, made in former Czechoslovakia. This piece reflects the clean design and utility-driven aesthetic typical of post-war furnit...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 43.31 in W 33.86 in D 9.06 in
Set of Six Butterfly Copper Shelves by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Allerum, SE
Set of six Danish mid-century copper "Butterfly" wall shelves, by Poul Cadovius. Where the shelves can be hung in different ways. Denmark, ca 1955.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Copper
19th Century English Mahogany Trolley
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th Century English Mahogany Trolley with 3 Tiers, Reeded Supports and Castor Feet
Category
19th Century English Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
Totem shelve by Valeric Doubroucinskis for Rodier, 1970s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Totem shelve by Valeric Doubroucinskis for Rodier, 1970s
Rodier - 1970s - Vintage
Measures : 30x44cm H:208cm
Material : Fiberglass
Knitwear shelves specially manufactured for the Rod...
Category
20th Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Fiberglass
Totem shelve by Valeric Doubroucinskis for Rodier, 1970s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Totem shelve by Valeric Doubroucinskis for Rodier, 1970s
Totem - 1970s - Vintage
Measures : 30x44cm H:172cm
Material : Fiberglass
Knitwear shelves specially manufactured for the Rodi...
Category
20th Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Fiberglass
Poul Cadovius 'abstracta' wall unit / room divider - 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Poul Cadovius 'abstracta' wall unit / room divider - 1960s
Shelf - Decoration - Bookshelf
Measures : 84x43cm H:172cm
Materials: glass & chrome-plated steel
Chrome pitted in some pl...
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20th Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Antique Globe Wernicke Four Section Glazed Stacking Barrister's Bookcase
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Antique Globe Wernicke Four Section Iron Banded Glazed Stacking Barrister's Bookcase 1920s
Comes apart in sections for easy transportation.
Globe-Wernicke was formed as a result...
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Early 20th Century American American Classical Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 63.78 in W 33.86 in D 11.42 in
Claustra shelf in plexiglass, smoked glass and brass, Charles Hollis Jones style
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Claustra shelf in plexiglass, smoked glass and brass, Charles Hollis Jones style
Vintage 70s - Hollywood Regency style
Measures : 80,5x42cm H:117,5cm
Materials : Plexiglass - Smoked...
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20th Century Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 46.07 in W 31.7 in D 16.54 in
Mogens Koch Three Bookcases in Oak for Rud, Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch three bookcases in Oak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
The reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
Circa 1830s William IV English Dumbwaiter Trolley or 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, reeded gadrooned columns & conforming flattened finial ...
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Mid-19th Century English William IV Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 42.75 in W 46.75 in D 18.5 in
Carved Oak Open Bookcase. The bookcase is good quality
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Carved Oak Open Bookcase.
The bookcase is good quality, with attractive carving on the front
The bookcase is in good original condition and the shelves are adjustable
This excellen...
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19th Century Gothic Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
French Provincial Inlaid Cupboard
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare and unusual 18th century petite cupboard crafted in well grained fruitwood in a step down form with a cabinet below, having rosewood inlays that accentuate the graceful lines, s...
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18th Century French French Provincial Used Book Shelves
Materials
Fruitwood
Charlotte Perriand 3 wall shelves for the resort of Les Arcs
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Charlotte Perriand
3 wall shelves for the resort of Les Arcs 1600
Solid pine
1960
W 52.5 x D 18.5 x H 2 cms
The 3 : 900 euros
Category
1960s Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Carved Oak Open Bookcase.
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Carved Oak Open Bookcase.
The bookcase is good quality, with attractive carving on the front
It is in good original condition, the shelves are fixed and it stands on bracket feet
...
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19th Century Gothic Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
Vintage Modern Teak Bookshelf Topper
Located in Trenton, NJ
Here’s a classic that proves Scandinavian Modern design is as relevant now as it ever was. This low teak shelf is all about balance: sleek but warm, minimal but useful, modest in siz...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
Pair of 2 Antique carved oak Church Wall Consoles, France ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / pair Consoles / oak / Antique / Rustique / Romantic
Two Antique oak wall mounted consoles with beautiful carvings on both sides and on the inside, originating from a...
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Mid-19th Century French Romantic Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
Milo Baughman Shelving Unit for Glenn of California c1950s
By Glenn of California, Milo Baughman
Located in Oakland, CA
Stunning and very practicable three level shelving unit designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California. Well documented and uncommon piece executed in walnut. Beautiful vintage co...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Walnut
Antique Mahogany Tiered Etagere
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The top with carved edge, the second tier with a divider and 3/4 gallery, and the lower tier with the same gallery. With turned supports and raised on curved legs with pad feet. Ther...
Category
19th Century Unknown Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Painted Pine Pigeon Hole Shelving Unit, 19th Century
Located in Bristol, GB
ANTIQUE WOODEN STORAGE SHELVES
Originally from a workshop or atelier, this storage unit was originally designed to store hardware, but can now be used for various purposes in both d...
Category
19th Century British Industrial Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine, Paint
20th Century French Wooden Bookcase
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th Century French wooden bookcase offers a sculptural, utilitarian charm with its unique A-frame ladder form and distressed green patina. Originally used as a functional ladde...
Category
20th Century French Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Five Tier Industrial Ladder Shelving Unit Bookcase
Located in Evergreen, CO
With robust structure and sleek, clean lines, this ladder shelving unit adds balance and functionality to any room. Five rugged shelves crafted from pine with all of the character an...
Category
2010s Industrial Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
Maison Baguès Chrome and Brass Shelf, France, 1970s
Located in TOURCOING, FR
Elegant and refined Maison Baguès shelf featuring a chromed steel structure with brass accents and smoked glass shelves. A timeless piece of French design that brings a sophisticated...
Category
1970s French Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Milo Baughman Style Chrome Étagère
By Milo Baughman
Located in Redding, CT
Milo Baughman style chrome étagère with four glass shelves. Great for display piece for living room, office or bedroom. Domed open top makes this very light and airy. Bottom glass sh...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Midcentury Modern Danish Design Rosewood Bookcase by Hundevad & Co, 1960s
By Hundevad & Co.
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Bookcase
Danish bookcase in beautiful rosewood veneer. Designed by Carlo Jensen and made by Hundevad & Co.
Marked by 2 stamps! However, a Hundevad bookcase can always be recognized ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Rosewood
H 60.24 in W 42.52 in D 11.82 in
Esposi Ramloc Hanging Library by Marino Collecchia for Espo - 1970
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
Magnificent Esposi Ramloc hanging bookcase designed by Marino Collecchia for Espo in the 1970s.
This very rare and highly original model consists of four flexible metal rods attache...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
Vintage Asian Wrought Iron Pagoda Etagere
Located in west palm beach, FL
Introduce an enchanting touch of Chinoiserie elegance to your interior with this delightful vintage wrought iron pagoda etagere. Its iconic tiered structure, crowned with a whimsical...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wrought Iron
Late 19th Century Restored Victorian Aesthetic Movement Bamboo and Wood Étagère
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A striking example of Victorian Aesthetic Movement design, this late 19th century bamboo and wood étagère has been thoughtfully restored while preserving its original charm. With arc...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo
H 57.5 in W 29.25 in D 10 in
Pair of Oak Nightstand or Bedside Table
By Jean Royère
Located in London, GB
Same door handle
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
DDR Leiterregal Sybille Vintage Wandregal Midcentury VEB Stralsund
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten ein kultiges Wand-/ Leiterregal vom deutschen Hersteller VEB Möbelwerk Stralsund aus dem Jahr 1968 zum Verkauf an. Das Regal verfügt über vier Einlegeböden und zwei Korpus...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Wrapped Rattan Etagere - A Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Infuse your interiors with a captivating blend of natural elegance and vintage charm with this exceptional pair of wrapped rattan etageres. Their gracefully arched, continuous loop f...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Organic Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Rattan, Glass
Japanese Antique Flap door storage shelf, Wabi Sabi, Japandi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
A four-tier flap-door shelf from the Taisho period.
In addition to the four main tiers, the shelf also has separate base and crown, making it a total of six parts, making it easy to...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Librería Dyrlund en madera de teca 1960 Dinamarca
By Dyrlund
Located in Madrid, España
Estantería Librería en madera de teca de la marca Dyrlund Dinamarca hacia 1960. Consta de cuatro cuerpos: dos con estantes ajustables en altura y otros dos con puertas de persiana ta...
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1960s Danish Used Book Shelves
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Wood
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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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