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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
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
H 72.84 in W 44.49 in D 23.63 in
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...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Chrome
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
Scandinavian Modular Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, FR
Scandinavian shelf by Poul Cadovius (Denmark, 1911-2011). Teak version with three wall panels supporting several shelves and boxes.
This wall system is composed of :
- 4 shelves...
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1960s French Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
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
Free standing modular wall unit 'Royal system' Poul Cadovius, Denmark 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Poul Cadovius classic modular unit produced by CADO, Denmark, during the 1960s.
Rare free standing model. Made in teak.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 70.87 in W 94.49 in D 15.75 in
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
1970s Danish Cadovius Teak 5-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Bookshelf Library
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A stunning 1970s five-bay Danish teak CADO shelving system designed by Paul Cadovius consisting of 32 pieces including the uprights, plus 50 brackets. These designer shelves are full...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
H 79.73 in W 159.45 in D 18.9 in
Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous mid-century bamboo and Rattan triangular corner bookshelf. Franco Albini inspired the design of this piece, produced in Italy during the 1970s.
This fantastic piece feature...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Wood, Rattan, Cane, Wicker
H 31.5 in W 11.42 in D 20.48 in
Antique English Plate Rack Wall Shelf Barley Twist Post Carved Oak c. 1920s
Located in Tyler, TX
CHARMING Antique English Carved Oak Plate Rack~~ Barley Twist Posts and Drop Finials~~c. 1920s
Popular classic English hanging wall plate rack~~barley twist posts~~plate grooves an...
Category
1920s English Victorian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
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
Renato Zevi Chrome and Brass Small Étagère
By Belgo Chrome, Romeo Rega
Located in Hanover, MA
This is a chromed steel and brass trim small scale étagère, in the round, open from all sides, with four removable tempered safety glass shelves; two center, one floating on top and ...
Category
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Pair of Oak Nightstand or Bedside Table
By Jean Royère
Located in London, GB
Same door handle
Category
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
Milo Baughman Style Tall Chrome and Glass Column Étagère
By Milo Baughman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Milo Baughman style tall chrome and glass column étagère,
Each one fitted with four 17 inch square clear glass shelves. Each cube shelf has a display height of 17.5"
Sold individual...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Chrome
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 ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 70.5 in W 30 in D 12.5 in
Franco Albini Rattan and Bamboo Italian Wall Shelf, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous midcentury rectangular wall shelf in curved rattan, bamboo and hand-woven wicker. This charming French Riviera style shelf was designed by Franco Albini and produced in Ita...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
Hans J. Wegner Ry-100 in Oak with Murphy Bed 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Handewitt, DE
Oak wall unit Ry 100 by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler Denmark, 1960s. With murphy bed, cabinets, shelfes and desk with lamp.. Bed in front with woven cane. Produced 1960s. Note: Upon ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Cane, Oak
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
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...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo
H 57.5 in W 29.25 in D 10 in
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 ...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Rosewood
H 60.24 in W 42.52 in D 11.82 in
Estante victoriano
Located in VALÈNCIA, ES
Estante victoriano Circa 1.880, de estilo campaña, con 4 niveles y realizado en madera de roble teñida.
Category
1880s British Victorian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood, Oak
Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Free Standing Canterbury Whatnot
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality mahogany free standing Canterbury whatnot having a quality pierced carved gallery top above two mahogany display shelves with a thumb moulded edge above a C...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Other
sky-ground bookcase, Manifattura Italiana, circa 1960
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Modular sky-ground bookcase, made of walnut wood, Italian manufacture, inspired by Franco Albini's infinity bookcase, of the highest quality. The bookcase consists of two bays with t...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood, Teak
Modular sky-ground bookcase, Manifattura Italiana, circa 1960
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Modular sky-ground bookcase, made of walnut wood, Italian manufacture, inspired by Franco Albini's infinity bookcase, of the highest quality. The bookcase consists of two bays with t...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood, Teak
Librería Dyrlund en madera de teca 1960 Dinamarca
By Dyrlund
Located in Madrid, ES
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
Materials
Wood
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
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
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.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern 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...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
19th Century English Pine Plate Rack with Three Tiers and Scalloped Apron
Located in Winnetka, IL
An English pine plate rack dating to the 19th century, featuring three open tiers for display and storage. The rack is constructed from solid pine with visible joinery and wear consi...
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19th Century English Adirondack Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine
H 35 in W 39.5 in D 5.75 in
Cast Classical Architectural Stone Effect Display Stand
Located in Worcester, GB
Classical Architectural Mactan Stone Display Stand
Late 20th Century Mactan Stone Three Glass Shelves
A stunning Classical Architectural Mactan Stone Display Stand, expertly craft...
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Late 20th Century Used Book Shelves
Materials
Cast Stone
Antique Oak Hutch with Barley Twist Legs, Storage & Shelves, c. 1900s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A distinctive antique hutch in the early 20th-century tradition, crafted from solid oak and showcasing finely carved barley twist legs and ample storage. This piece blends old-world ...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
19th Century Etegere, French
Located in Doylestown, PA
A French Louis Philippe period etegere with 2 shelves over a lower 2-door cabinet, turned spindle frame, on casters, circa 1860.
Category
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Used Book Shelves
Materials
Walnut
A Danish modular teak shelf by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Scandinavian shelving unit/bookcase comprising:
- 8 shelves, each 22 cm deep
- A display cabinet with two wooden hinged doors opening onto two height-adjustable glass shelves, 30 cm ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
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...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Walnut
Tall Seven Shelf Brass & Mahogany Regency Style Etagere
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A striking blend of elegance and utility, this tall and narrow Regency-style étagère with seven shelves is a refined storage and display piece that brings timeless sophistication to ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Blanket Chest – Jitona, 1960s, by Landsman & Nepožitek
By Jitona, Bohumil Landsman
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This is a vintage blanket chest produced in the 1960s by Jitona Soběslav, designed by Bohumil Landsman and Hubert Nepožitek, two renowned figures of post-war Czechoslovak furniture d...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
midcentury 606 modular wall shelving by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe 1960s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
The 606 modular system was designed by Dieter Rams for Vitsoe in the early 1960s. Vitsœ was founded in 1959 by Niels Wiese Vitsø and Otto Zapf. Zapf introduced Rams to Vitsø, making ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 15.75 in W 107.88 in D 14.97 in
DDR Leiterregal Sybille Vintage Wandregal Midcentury Stralsund II
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 einen Einlegeboden und zwei Korpu...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
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...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
20th - 21st Century French Wrought Iron Brass Ètagère - Four Tier Bakery Rack
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage French bakers rack with four tiers, in good condition. The ètagère from France is hand crafted and decorated with lateral scrolls. The top rich wrought iron details, the tw...
Category
Late 20th Century French Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal, Brass, Wrought Iron
H 75 in W 54 in D 16 in
Teak Tapered Shelving Unit
Located in London, GB
This striking teak shelving unit showcases a distinctive tapered profile, offering a sculptural and refined presence that elevates any interior. Crafted with clean, angular lines, th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
Teak Tapered Shelving Unit with Mirror
Located in London, GB
This striking teak shelving unit showcases a distinctive tapered profile, offering a sculptural and refined presence that elevates any interior. Crafted with clean, angular lines, th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 43.31 in W 33.86 in D 9.06 in
Vintage Wall-Mounted Hallway Panel with Hooks, Mirror & Shelf, 1960s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
A stylish wall-mounted entryway panel made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s. This original vintage piece embodies the retro aesthetic and practical design typical of post-wa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
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
Italian Design Wooden Wall Shelves, 1960s
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
This is a beautiful and sophisticated piece of mid-century furniture. The Italian design of the 60's is distinctive and evident in these wall shelves.
Made of wood veneer and charac...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
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
Japanese Antique Open shelf (2), Wabi Sabi, Japandi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This open oak rack has no back panel and is shaped only by structural lines.
Even with its clean, straight lines, the corners are slightly chamfered, highlighting the soft texture o...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Vintage Omnia wall system designed by Ernst Dieter Hilker in the 1960s
By Hilker, Ernst Dieter Hilker
Located in Breda, NB
Vintage Omnia wall system designed by Ernst Dieter Hilker in the 1960s.
Looking for an original vintage wall unit from the 1960s? This Omnia cabinet, designed by Ernst Dieter Hilker...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 77.56 in W 140.95 in D 21.66 in
Paire d’étagères murales vintage en pin style Maison Regain des années 80
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Suite de 2 étagères murales en pin vintage, dans le style Maison Regain des années 80, totalement modulables dans leur disposition et orientation. Très bon état général avec quelques...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine
H 32.29 in W 63.78 in D 11.82 in
Rare 1950's Italian Walnut & Brass Three-Section Shelving System
Located in North Miami, FL
This fantastic 1950's Italian crafted mahogany wood slat and floating walnut shelf system features 7 wood and brass shelves of differing depths for books, art, sculpture, etc. Compr...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
Set of Three Solid Mahogany Display Cabinets with Glass Shelves
Located in Worcester, GB
Set of Three Solid Mahogany Display Cabinets with Chamfered Glass Shelves
Circa 1970s–1980s
A finely made suite of three solid mahogany display cabinets in the Chinese Chippendale s...
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Mid-20th Century British Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
1960s Shelving System, WHB
By WHB furniture
Located in Neuss, NW
Wonderful shelving system in teak veneer from the 1960s. The system consists of five black metal ladders, four containers with sliding doors and one shelf and twelve shelves.
Qualit...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
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Metal
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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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