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Pierre Chapo Mid-Century Modern B17 Book Shelves, circa 1960
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Wall book shelves designed by Pierre Chapo, circa 1960 in France.
Manufactured by Pierre Chapo in
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Elm
Restored Rattan & Bamboo 3 Tiered Wall Shelves
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan and bamboo tikki hut bar shelves with 3-tiered glass. Perfect for displaying your
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Rattan, Glass
Pilastro bookshelf, book ends and letter holder, 1960s
By Pilastro
Located in Delft, NL
Pilastro bookshelf, book ends and letter holder, 1960s
A set of a bookshelf, bookends and a
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Book Shelves Used
Materials
Metal
Pilastro White Perforated Wall Mount Metal Book Shelf
By Pilastro, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and use. Inside Shelf Depth is 7.75".
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Metal
William IV Mahogany Three Tier Etagere Shelves On Castors
Located in Stamford, CT
originally used as a food buffet. With three graduated shelves with raised molding on the backs. Beautiful
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Early 19th Century English Book Shelves Used
Materials
Mahogany
Handsome 3 Tier Hanging or Free Standing Etagere Shelves
By Global Views
Located in Hopewell, NJ
shelves and gilt iron frame with circular emblem at the top and tassel feet. Very narrow, so can be used
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1990s American Book Shelves Used
Materials
Iron
Mategot Inspired Perforated Metal Book Stand
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
age and use.
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Metal, Wire
Swedish Modern, Multifunctional Shelves in Solid Pine, Late 19th Century
Located in Odense, DK
preserved piece of history.
These Swedish Modern wall shelves in solid pine can be used in multiple
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1870s Swedish Brutalist Book Shelves Used
Materials
Pine
H 4.73 in W 31.5 in D 11.82 in
19thc Original Blue Painted Bucket Bench / Book Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and aged surface. It could also be used as a bookshelf or shelf unit in your country house. The shelf
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Late 19th Century American Adirondack Book Shelves Used
Materials
Wood
Circle-shaped book shelf/room divider in tropical wood
Located in Oostende, BE
Circle-shaped book shelf in tropical wood. Can be used as room divider or simply to display books
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Late 20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Wood
Rare Freestanding Black Metal with Primair Colors Desk Folding Book System
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very typical rare eighties Italian designed book shelf with five shelves which one shelve can also
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Metal
H 82.68 in W 31.5 in D 19.69 in
20th Century French Bamboo Book Shelving - Vintage Wall Rack, Unit
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
particularized in the pagoda style. Wear consistent with age and use. circa 1940 - 1950, France.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Bamboo
19th Century Light-Brown French Walnut Library Ladder, Antique Book Shelf
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
condition. It can be used as a practical piece for your antique library or simply for decoration. Made of
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19th Century Italian Book Shelves Used
Materials
Metal, Brass
Organic Carl Auböck Authentic Vintage Brass Walnut Wall Shelf Book Shelf, 1950s
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Vienna, AT
side.
While this wall shelf shows practical use, it is also wonderful piece for collectors.
This wall
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Organic Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Brass
H 9.85 in W 18.31 in D 6.89 in
Tomado Yellow and Orange Wall Mount Shelving Unit with Black Frame
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single section of original Tomado wall mounted shelving unit with yellow and orange metal shelves
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Metal
Antique Teak and Brass Campaign Bookshelves, Army & Navy Store
Located in Downingtown, PA
and brass campaign free-standing three-shelf book shelves on brass feet which can be dismantled for
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1880s English Victorian Book Shelves Used
Materials
Brass
Antique French Renaissance Open Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
mid-19th century, carved by a master artisan in stylized naturalistic form using shell and foliage as
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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Book Shelves Used
Materials
Oak
Bookshelf from Walnut Wood Style Gio Ponti, Italy, Mid Century
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vienna, AT
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Slender book-shelf from solid walnut wood, Mid-Century Modern. Handmade piece of mid-century modern
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Walnut
Restored Rattan & Mahogany Display Curio Cabinet Etagere
Located in Van Nuys, CA
large 7' tall cabinet features three fixed shelves and a bottom cabinet that has three drawers for
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1950s American Book Shelves Used
Materials
Rattan
Restored Midcentury Rattan Arched Drying Rack
Located in Van Nuys, CA
furniture has been painstakingly refurbished to the highest standards using the best materials. All
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Rattan
TOMADO Black & White Standing Enameled metal Book Shelves
By Jan Van Der Togt, Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
condition with some visible wear and scratching consistent with age and use. 48 hour lead time required if
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Metal
Zinc Book Shelf
By Francine Villier-levy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
created using a zinc window pediment from a Parisian building and adding a steel frame and zinc covered
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Neoclassical Book Shelves Used
Materials
Iron, Zinc
New Furniture 11 (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
book were chosen to show the factual use and design of the pieces, advertising photographs were avoided
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20th Century Book Shelves Used
Materials
Paper
Vintage Magazine/Book Shelf
Located in Chicago, IL
This finely-made freestanding shelf was once used to display magazines, books and documents in an
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Late 20th Century Hungarian Book Shelves Used
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Italian Modular Book Case, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Remarkable bookcase with steel and brass details.
Composed by two modules with 4 shelves, 3
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Wood
Stunning Rosewood Cabinet with Book-matched Grain
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish cabinet with stunning book-matched Brazilian rosewood, showcasing dynamic grain patterns on
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Rosewood
Korean Book Shelf Etagere Late Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
: three open shelves and the lower storage, which is further divided into a row of three small drawers and
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Early 1900s Korean Other Book Shelves Used
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Pinewood Book Shelf - Antique Cupboard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. This early 19th Century furniture is perfect to display collections or to be used as a book shelf. Wear
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Early 19th Century French Empire Book Shelves Used
Materials
Pine
Italian Neoclassical Faux Marble Lacquer and Giltwood Open Shelves Cabinets
Located in Firenze, IT
age and use. Display your book collection, Majolica treasures or an important pair of sculptures in
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Book Shelves Used
Materials
Giltwood, Wood, Lacquer
H 88.59 in W 58.27 in D 17.33 in
Pair of Chinese Red Lacquer Book Cabinets, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Dated to the late 19th century, this pair of tall book cabinets was once used in a scholars' studio
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Book Shelves Used
Materials
Elm
Art Deco Walnut Three Tier Book Table, c1930, English
Located in Devon, England
1930s with three tier shelves. A very fine example that can be used for multiple purposes, a center, end
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Book Shelves Used
Materials
Walnut
Studio Craft Rosewood Bookcase, Four Shelves and Open Storage, Unique One off
Located in Kansas City, MO
not effect the look or function of the book case. Some areas have been refinished over previous small
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Rosewood
H 61.75 in W 20.5 in D 13.75 in
Charles Locke Eastlake Arts & Crafts Oak Dresser with Shelves and Carved Florets
By Charles Locke Eastlake
Located in London, GB
top with chevron back boards and four open shelves with turned supports and through pegged joints to
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1870s English Arts and Crafts Book Shelves Used
Materials
Oak
H 83 in W 72 in D 25.5 in
Gian Franco Frattini Jatoba Book Mill pre Poltrona Frau
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Weesp, NL
Jatoba, Brazilian Cherry wood, Albero mid century modern book mill designed by Gian franco Frattini
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Brass
FINE THEODORE ALEXANDER FAUX BOOK LAUREL BURL OPEN LiBRARY BOOKCASE
By Theodore Alexander
Located in GB
discontinued, RRP £20,000 Theodore Alexander Faux book fronted library bookcase with spot lights in Laurel Burl
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20th Century English Georgian Book Shelves Used
Materials
Walnut
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN GILLOWS LANCASTER AESTHETiC MOVEMENT AMBOYNA WOOD BOOK TABLE
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
book shelves will have wear on the ends from years of books being taken and put back
Dimensions
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1880s English Victorian Book Shelves Used
Materials
Ebony, Amboyna
H 30.52 in W 20.87 in D 18.9 in
20th Century Chinese Hand Carved Hardwood Book Shelf/Display Cabinet
Located in Pomona, CA
detailed Chinese traditional carving design on the doors and back of each shelf. You can use it as a book
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Book Shelves Used
Materials
Hardwood
Italian Goatskin Book Shaped Dry Bar Cabinet by Aldo Tura, 1950s
By Aldo Tura
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
.
Inside we find 3 glass shelves and an illuminated compartment.
New electicity, tested and ready for use
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1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Book Shelves Used
Materials
Goatskin
Pair of 1980s Vintage Tall Open Book Cases in Teak Finish
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
very good architectural pieces which will blend in or stand alone
The Book shelves are in good
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1980s Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Teak
18th-19th Century Neoclassical Colonial Padauk Glazed Ebonized Book Case
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A fine and unusual Colonial glazed book case, reeded architectural column supports with
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18th Century English George III Book Shelves Used
Materials
Padouk
H 75.2 in W 48.82 in D 24.81 in
Antique Wood Etagere Book Shelf or Bookcase Bobbin Wooden Turned Details
Located in Seattle, WA
shelves.
In good condition with wear as noted in pictures and consistent with age and use.
( Available
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Walnut
French Louis Philippe Walnut Library Book Armoire with Secret Drawer, circa 1840
Located in Labrit, Landes
French armoire with a brass wire door.
Louis Philippe period cabinet.
Three shelves adjustable
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1840s French Louis Philippe Book Shelves Used
Materials
Brass
H 97.64 in W 44.89 in D 20.48 in
Sublime Vintage Military Campaign Burr Yew Wood Coffee Table with Book Shelf
Located in GB
table side side bookcase shelves
This is a very well made and versatile piece with a timber patina
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20th Century English Campaign Book Shelves Used
Materials
Yew
H 20.67 in W 36.03 in D 36.03 in
Mid-Century Modernist Bar Cabinet in Book-Matched Walnut with Inset Glass Pulls
Located in New York, NY
storage needs while remaining versatile for frequent use. The left side has ample space for taller pieces
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Glass, Walnut
H 42.25 in W 85 in D 19 in
Antique and Rare Solid Beech Wood Three Tier Small Bookcase a.k.a. A Book Trough
Located in Lisse, NL
timeless design could also be used in an office setting for quick and easy access to reference books such
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Book Shelves Used
Materials
Wood, Beech
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H 35.7 in W 24.2 in D 10 in
French Empire Style Ebonized Bookcase
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
shelves, 10” deep. Cleaned and tightened this book shelf is ready for your immediate use. Be sure to view
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19th Century French Empire Book Shelves Used
Materials
Mahogany
Wall mounted fibre glass Bar attributed to Alain Jacquet.
Located in London, GB
right to reveal a wooden interior with shelves. This can be used as a bar or otherwise for book storage
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Acrylic
Original Antique Dutch Industrial Etagere in Iron and Slate
Located in Sheffield, MA
government building in the Netherlands. The shelves are the original slate used for shelving purposes at
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Late 19th Century Dutch Industrial Book Shelves Used
Materials
Slate, Iron
Hollywood Regency Circular Étagère or Vitrine in Gold and Black
By Maison Jansen
Located in The Hague, NL
interior. Also to be used as a roomdivider.
It's very decorative to place a coffee table art book in the
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Metal, Brass
1970s Bankers Lamp in Brass and Green Marble
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
situations, such as desk, book shelves, piano light, or an ascent light.
There are two pivot points allowing
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Book Shelves Used
Materials
Marble, Brass
Milo Baughman Olivewood Chrome Credenza or Server by Thayer Coggin
By Milo Baughman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A beautifully book matched four door olive burlwood credenza or server floating on a polished
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Chrome
Danish rosewood sideboard. Denmark 1960s. Size 220cm
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Braga, Braga
Mid-Century Brazilian Rosewood sideboard with dynamic book-matched grain on four sliding doors
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Rosewood
George II Walnut Cabinet on Chest
Located in Flower Mound, TX
, and banded border concealing three adjustable shelves, the lower section fitted with four graduating
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1740s English Georgian Book Shelves Used
Materials
Walnut
Mid-century Kai Winding Danish Rosewood Cabinet
By Kai Winding
Located in Oakland, CA
cabinet showcases book-matched rosewood with mitered edges and locking doors and drawers, with a mahogany
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Italian Sphere Bookcase by Manfredo Massironi & Nikol International
By Manfredo Massironi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
. The book cabinet is mounted directly to the wall. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1960 - 1970
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Metal
Maitland Smith Flame Mahogany Étagère or Bookshelf with Brass Gallery
By Maitland Smith
Located in Milford, NH
A fine Maitland Smith étagère or bookcase with five shelves, book matched flame mahogany back
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20th Century Philippine Campaign Book Shelves Used
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Miner Bookends
By Max Kalish
Located in Greenwich, CT
highly sought after form of sculpture that was put to good use. People had book collections and shelves
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1920s Academic Book Shelves Used
Materials
Bronze
Mid-century Danish Rosewood Credenza
By Bruno Hansen
Located in Oakland, CA
doors with book-matched grain, opening to reveal an interior of white oak with adjustable shelves and
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Brazilian Rosewood Sideboard with Center Bar
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-century Danish Brazilian Rosewood sideboard credenza with stunning book-matched grain, raised
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Model FA-66 Credenza by Ib Kofod Larsen
By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Faarup Møbelfabrik
Located in Raleigh, NC
Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik, circa 1960s. Quintessentially Danish streamlined design with gorgeous book
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Book Shelves Used
Materials
Wood, Teak
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Book Shelves Used For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic book shelves used available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every book shelves used was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer book shelves used, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right book shelves used, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. Tomado, Jan Van Der Togt and Pierre Chapo each produced at least one beautiful book shelves used that is worth considering.
How Much is a Book Shelves Used?
A book shelves used can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,200, while the lowest priced sells for $275 and the highest can go for as much as $35,327.
Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Book Shelves Used
- 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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