Mid Century Bookshelf by Olof Pira for String AB, 1960s
By String Design AB, Olof Pira
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Mid century free standing bookshelf designed by Olof Pira for String AB.
Teak
Walnut Solid Wood Low Bookcase Storage with Open Back and Thick Shelves
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
Handmade with eco-friendly wood from the urban forest, find the perfect contemporary free-standing bookshelf or display shelf for your home.
Wood
Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Ergo Unit by J. Texmon & E. Blindheim c. 1960's
By Blindheim Møbelfabrikk AS
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Ergo free standing wall unit, bookshelf, storage designed by Einar Blindheim and John Texmon, made in Norway by Blindheim Mobelfabrikk circa 1960's.
Teak
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 72.05 in D 11.82 in
MidCentury Canadian Walnut 881 Free Standing Bookshelf, 1960s
Located in Brussels, Ixelles
Geometrical midcentury bookshelf on feet produced in Canada in the 1960s, walnut veneered corpus with black painted leg structure. Shelves can be adjusted.
Wood, Walnut
Unavailable
H 48.23 in W 36.42 in D 9.06 in
Arthur Brett Mahogany Free - Standing Open Bookshelf with Two Drawers
By Arthur Brett
Located in London, GB
A mahogany open bookcase on bracket feet with four graduated shelves above two drawers. Arthur Brett is a long-established English cabinet making business producing high quality fur...
Mahogany
Sold
H 68.12 in W 41.34 in D 13.78 in
Kurt Østervig Teak Free Standing Bookshelf or Room Divider, 1960's Denmark
By Kurt Østervig
Located in The Hague, NL
Scandinavian modern period free standing bookshelf or room divider designed by Kurt Østervig for K.P.
Metal, Brass
Swedish Modern Free-Standing Bookshelf Unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Splendid bookshelf unit designed and manufactured in Sweden circa 1960’s. This vintage unit remains fully functional as it has been restored by our expert craftsmen. With ample stora...
Steel
Vintage Italian Free-Standing Bookshelf, 1950s
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This bookshelf was pruduced around the 1950s. It is made of 2 wooden units with shelves and storages. It remains in a good vintage condition: wear consistent with age and use mostly ...
Brass
Danish Modern Teak Free-Standing Bookshelf Unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Description Rare & unique Danish free-standing display bookshelf featuring a drop down compartment that can be use as a writing desk, display glass for small objects, and below a ca...
Glass, Teak
Merton L. Gershun Free-Standing Bookshelf for Dillingham
By Dillingham Manufacturing Company, Merton Gershun
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning standing bookshelf designed by Merton L. Gershun for Dillingham in the United States, circa 1960s. This rare design features a walnut wood case with black satin lacquered wo...
Satin, Walnut, Lacquer
Mid Century Free Standing Bookshelf w/ Tambour Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960’s Dimensions: 64.75″H x 48″L x 17.75″W Materials: Walnut Condition...
Walnut
Sold
H 74.61 in W 29.53 in D 11.42 in
Teak and Brass Midcentury Free Standing Bookshelf Attributed to ISA
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Varese, Lombardia
Bookshelf made from teak wood in the 1950s.It is equipped with storage unit and shelfs. Overall good condition: this bookshelf has never been restored with the exception of some mino...
Brass
Sold
H 72 in W 67 in D 18 in
Stewart MacDougall & Kipp Stewart Free-Standing Bookshelf Unit for Glenn of Cali
By Stewart MacDougall, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Stewart MacDougall & Kipp Stewart. Manufacturer: Glenn of California. Period/style: Mid-Century Modern. Country: United States. Date: 1950s Dimensions: 72″ H x 67″ L...
Brass
Mid-Century Standing Standing Bamboo Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cute 1970's Mid-Century bamboo free-standing bookshelf. Bamboo frame with woven rattan shelving and trellis style woven backing.
Bamboo, Rattan
1950 Cherrywood Bookshelf Attributed to Pierre Guariche
By Pierre Guariche
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1950 cherrywood bookshelf to Pierre Guariche. Free standing bookshelf composed by a large black lacquered steel frame, highlighted with brass cabochons.
Iron
Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler Modular Bookcase Unit
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These pieces can be used separately as a free-standing bookshelf and cabinet, respectively, or stacked to create this compact unit.
Teak
Merton L. Gershun Free-Standing Walnut Bookshelf for Dillingham
By Merton Gershun, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning standing bookshelf designed by Merton L. Gershun for Dillingham in the United States circa 1960s. This rare design features a walnut wood case with black satin lacquered woo...
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Merton L. Gershun Free-Standing Taper Bookshelf for Dillingham
By Merton Gershun, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Merton L. Gershun free-standing taper bookshelf for Dillingham. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing histo...
Walnut
Norwegian Modern Free-Standing Modular Teak Bookshelf by Einar Raknes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Norwegian modern free-standing modular teak bookshelf by Einar Raknes.
Brass
Sold
H 38.59 in W 57.09 in D 8.67 in
Minimalist Free-Standing Wire Bookshelf by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro
By Tjerk Reijenga, Pilastro
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pilastro wire bookshelf with original enameled metal plates in white and red. In original condition with visible signs of wear and some paint loss and minimal surface rust. The shelv...
Wire
Sold
H 79.75 in W 40 in D 15.5 in
Mid century Modern Pair of Founders Free Standing Vintage Wood Bookshelf
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A pair of Founders free standing vintage wood bookshelf. A very sleek bookshelf shelving unit featuring a blonde wood construction with white panel backing.
Wood
Sold
H 73 in W 87 in D 13.25 in
3 Bay Modular Wall Unit Bookshelf w Cabinets Free Standing Mid-Century Modern
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Up for offer is this amazing Mid-Century Modern storage unit and bookshelf. Modular and sleek in design, the shelves, drawers and cabinets can be rearranged to your liking. Functiona...
Wood
Skønvirke Cabinet, Martin Nyrop, Denmark, 1905
By Martin Nyrop
Located in London, GB
A free-standing cabinet or bookshelf designed by architect Martin Nyrop and made by Rudolph Rasmussen before 1905.
Pine
Sold
H 72 in W 101 in D 18 in
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Free-Standing Bookshelf Unit by Stanley F.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Stanley Furniture Manufacturer: Stanley Furniture ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history ba...
Wood, Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Free-Standing Walnut Bookshelf Storage Unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition This Mid-Century Modern free-standing bookshelf and storage unit features a clean architectural frame crafted in richly grained walnut.
Walnut
Mid-Century Danish Freestanding Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit, Kurt Ostervig
By Povl Dinesen, Kurt Østervig
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Danish teak wood free standing bookshelf or wall unit designed by Kurt Ostervig crafted by Povl Dinesen.
Brass
Sold
H 71 in W 41 in D 10 in
Kurt Ostervig Povl Dinesen Danish Teak Adjustable Bookshelves Room Divider
By Povl Dinesen, Kurt Østervig
Located in Ferndale, MI
Modular and adjustable Danish teak wood free standing bookshelf or room divider. Designed by Kurt Ostervig crafted by Povl Dinesen.
Brass
Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler Teak Book Shelf
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This free-standing bookshelf (model RY 8) was designed by Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler.
Teak, Oak
Mid-Century Modern Free-Standing Walnut Bookshelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
Walnut
French Art Deco Black Desk
Located in Paddock Wood, Kent
French Art Deco black desk This French desk was produced in the 1930s, it has a new leather inset top, lockable door with drawers behind and top drawer, the desk is free standing wi...
Mahogany
$575
H 39 in W 31.5 in D 11.75 in
Mid-Century Adjustable Birch, Coated Wire Wall Shelves by String Sweden 12" Deep
By String Design AB
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern adjustable wall shelves. Constructed of birch and coated wire. Made by String in Sweden. Measures: 39" tall x 31.5" x 11.75" deep.
Birch
$4,800
H 72 in W 82 in D 16.5 in L 72 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Unit with Shelves & Cabinets with Desk in Teak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large Scandinavian wall unit circa 1960's. It features teak wood finish with a drop down center desk. The unit is totally modular and can arranged to your liking. It also includes ...
Teak
Danish Modern Modular 4 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, c. 1960
By Lyby Mobler
Located in Deland, FL
A rare find and truly an exceptional design is this wall unit by Lyby Mobler. The unit is assembled with steel poles, accented with teak caps. The unit can be adjusted to several con...
Teak
$2,750
H 34.5 in W 86.5 in D 12.75 in
Custom Walnut Wood Bookcase by Pablo Romo, Mid-Century Modern, USA
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents Custom Walnut Wood Bookcase by Pablo Romo Ambianic 34.5 h x 12.75 d x 86.5 Can be adjusted to accommodate buyer specs. Consult dealer for additional detail. Refer t...
Wood
$1,531
H 59.06 in W 33.86 in D 13.78 in
Danish Vintage Reol Shelve Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for Fm Møbler, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Meet a true icon of Danish modern: the reol (shelving) system by Kai Kristiansen. Clean lines, clever proportions, and that effortless Scandinavian cool—this modular system is everyt...
Rosewood
$3,800
H 67.5 in W 94.25 in D 17.5 in
Mid Century Swedish Shelf by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors 1950/60's
By Bertil Fridhagen, Bodafors
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Scandinavian Modern wall unit, shelves, desk, designed by Bertil Fridhagen for Bodafors, circa 1950/60's. This piece features three bays, one with a glass fronted slidin...
Glass, Teak
Norwegian Teak Modular Shelving System Mid Century 1960s
By John Texmon
Located in Norwich, England
Stylish mid century Norwegian teak modular system. Circa 1960s. A versatile system that can be configured in different ways: as two separate single bays, as two bays joined together...
Teak, Birch
George Nelson For Mobilier International Paris Mid Century Wall Unit
By Mobilier International
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Probably by George Nelson 1960's. An exceptional large scale wall unit with three compartments. Tall heavy black powder coated adjustable height metal frames with other metal legs. ...
Aluminum, Steel
1960s Wall shelf, Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
By FM Møbler, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic shelving system from the 1960s. The high-quality containers and shelves are veneered in teak. The system consists of six shelves, a writing surface, one container with two do...
Aluminum
$5,446
H 104.34 in W 37.01 in D 17.72 in
Italian Mid Century Wall unit Bookcase with Cabinet Bar, 1960s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Stylish wall unit bookcase in a pleasant walnut wood with warm tones, great executive quality and attention to detail, the refined line of the lateral black metal supports made up of...
Brass, Iron
$1,334Sale Price|20% Off
H 47.64 in W 40.95 in D 10.63 in
Danish Mid-Century Teak Bookcase with Sliding Doors, 1960s
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
Danish bookcase in teak, produced during the 1960s. The design features two open shelves and a central cabinet with sliding doors and carved teak handles. The clean, functional layou...
Teak
1960s wall unit, Poul Cadovius, vintage
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic shelving system from the 1960s. The high-quality containers and shelves are veneered in teak. The system consists of six shelves, two containers with glass doors, one contain...
Glass, Wood, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Unit in Maple and Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Attributed to Gustavo & Vito Latis, highboard or showcase library, maple, walnut, glass, brass, Italy, circa 1960 Beautiful showcase made in Italy in the 1960s. Executed in mapl...
Brass
$8,849
H 66.93 in W 60.24 in D 19.69 in
Børge Mogensen Danish Modern Large Wall Shelving System in Oak & Teakwood, 1956
By Børge Mogensen, Erhard Rasmussen
Located in Odense, DK
Important large wall shelving system in oak and teakwood designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956. This rare and early edition was made at cabinetmaker Erhard Rasmussen before the producti...
Oak, Teak
Bruno Mathsson Shelf Model MI 1050, Sweden, 1960s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wall shelf model MI 1050 designed by Bruno Mathsson during the 1960s, produced by Bruno Mathsson International, Sweden. Very good vintage condition.
Birch
Wall System by Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler, 1960s, Set of 9
By FM Møbler, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Rødekro, DK
A commanding and complete three-bay teak wall shelving system by Kai Kristiansen, produced by Feldballes Møbelfabrik (FM Møbler), Denmark, in the 1960s — one of the most sought-after...
Teak
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Streicher Goods, Ethan Streicher
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
$1,570 / item
H 30 in W 30 in D 0.03 in
"La Ligne" Signed Limited Edition Art Print by Christiane Lemieux - 30" x 30"
Located in New York, NY
Introducing "La Ligne" is a limited edition fine art print that captivates the viewer with its gorgeous abstract linework, demonstrating the beauty of simplicity and the power of for...
Paper
$4,849 / item
H 56.11 in W 25.6 in D 19.1 in
Arcate sideboard, in Canaletto walnut by Accardibuccheri Medulum for Medulum
By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri
Located in Meolo, Venezia
Il settimanale Arcate fa parte di una collezione esclusiva che include comodini e comò, ideata dal rinomato studio milanese Accardi Buccheri per il brand MEDULUM. La scocca, realizza...
Walnut
$2,750 / item
H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in
Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas
By Miniforms, Yiannis Ghikas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Soda was born upside-down, with a puff of air. It weighs 20 kilos, and it is blown, drawn out and shaped by three master glassmakers. The result is a single volume of glass with thre...
Blown Glass
$249 / item
H 31.5 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
1 of 8 Vintage Bauhaus Chrome, Steel and Beige Velvet Dining Chairs. 80s Italy
Located in Zagreb, HR
Italian modernist, Bauhaus design tubular chrome and beige velvet stackable dining or living room chairs. Italian production, circa 1980-1990s. In good vintage condition with expec...
Steel, Chrome
Bertu Storage, Carsen Modern Storage Cabinet, Maple
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Carsen Cabinet in Maple is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each unit is handmade with solid maple (or wood of your choice) and finished with a beautiful com...
Maple
$18,153 / set
H 31.5 in W 20.48 in D 22.05 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa Black Lacquered Dialogo Chair for B&B Italia, 1973, Set of 8
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, B&B Italia
Located in Vicenza, IT
Set of Eight Dialogo Chairs Designed by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for B&B Italia, 1973 This set of eight Dialogo chairs features: - Natural beechwood structure - Black lacquered plastic s...
Plastic, Beech
Flos Bilboquet Table Lamp of Polycarbonate and Steel in Tomato Color
By Philippe Malouin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Flos Bilboquet Table Lamp of Polycarbonate and Steel in Tomato Color by Philippe Malouin Table lamp with adjustable head. Integrated LED bulb and cut-off providing direct lighting ....
Steel
Mod Space Age Metal Fireplace by Mastercraft Metal Inc.
By Mastercraft
Located in New York, NY
Groovy Space Age fireplace, made by Mastercraft Metal Inc. circa 1960/70's. The mantle is constructed of a white metal shell and pedestal with a black metal mesh screen, which opens ...
Metal
$1,800
H 9.06 in W 39.38 in D 24.81 in
Japanese Antique Brutalist Low Table 1900s-1940s / Side Table Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This low table boasts an impressive organic form, seemingly a direct reflection of natural shapes. The powerful wood grain, characteristic of a single slab, and the subtle black tex...
Wood
Gilbert Rohde Art Deco Bookshelf by Herman Miller Refinished
By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Art Deco Bookcase, designed by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, American, circa 1930s. Part of Rohde's modular East Indian Laurel Group. This piece is currently being ref...
Metal
$1,500
H 32 in Dm 20.5 in
Antique French Louis XVI Style Round Painted Side Table with Marble Top Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique French Louis XVI style round side table with marble top. Painted with Distressed Gold Gilt Accents Gorgeous marble top with carved wooden features. 32"h x 20 1/2"diameter
Marble
Louis XVI writing desk in walnut. 18th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined Louis XVI period writing desk from the 18th century, crafted in warm walnut with understated brass trim. This elegant secrétaire features a clean, architectural silhouette ...
Brass
$249 / item
H 31.5 in W 21.26 in D 18.9 in
Large Stock Stackable Pagholz Galvanitas S22 Compas Dining room Chairs, 1960s
By Galvanitas Pagholz, Wim Rietveld
Located in Almelo, NL
Large Stock Stackable Pagholz Galvanitas S22 Compas Dining room Chairs, The Netherlands 1960s These are a set of large industrial stacking chairs from the 1960s made by Galvanitas i...
Metal
Walter Lamb, Chaise Longue, Bronze, Fabric, USA, 1955
By Walter Lamb, Brown Jordan
Located in High Point, NC
A bronze and fabric cord chaise longue designed by Walter Lamb and produced by Brown Jordan, USA, c. 1955. Seat Height (inches): 12.25" Arm Height (inches): 17.13" All items ship ...
Bronze
Philippe Starck Black Enameled Metal "John Ild" Bookshelf, 1977
By Philippe Starck, Disform
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by Italian manufacturer Disform in 1977, the John Ild bookshelf is one of Philippe Starck's earliest documented furniture designs. Five ascending black lacquered metal shelv...
Metal, Enamel
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
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