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Bookshelves Room Divider

Space Poetry Pink Room divider
By Kiki & Joost, Kiki van Eijk
Located in Eindhoven, NL
relationship between space and architecture. Her findings are translating into a series of pieces: room
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Screens and Room Dividers

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Other

Space Poetry Pink Room divider
Space Poetry Pink Room divider
H 78.75 in W 44.49 in D 22.84 in
Space Poetry Blue Room divider
By Kiki & Joost, Kiki van Eijk
Located in Eindhoven, NL
relationship between space and architecture. Her findings are translating into a series of pieces: room
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Screens and Room Dividers

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Organic Material

Space Poetry Blue Room divider
Space Poetry Blue Room divider
H 48.82 in W 52.37 in D 23.82 in
Space Poetry Moss Green Room divider
By Kiki & Joost, Kiki van Eijk
Located in Eindhoven, NL
relationship between space and architecture. Her findings are translating into a series of pieces: room
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Screens and Room Dividers

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Organic Material

Space Poetry Moss Green Room divider
Space Poetry Moss Green Room divider
H 55.52 in W 65.36 in D 19.69 in
Fun House, Iron Footstool, Natural Iron
By MARCO RIPA
Located in Fermo, FM
obtain a myriad of combinations, to pull apart and recombine continuously. You can create bookshelves, a
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2010s Italian Minimalist Side Tables

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Iron

Richard Watson Wall-Mounted Shelves in Walnut, Customizable, Organic Modern
By Richard Watson
Located in Brookline, MA
Richard Watson wall-mounted bookshelves are designed to appear as though they are floating on the
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2010s American Organic Modern Shelves

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Wood

NORDST PHILIP Bookshelf, Italian Green Lightning Marble, Danish Modern Design
By Ulrich Heegaard
Located in Rungsted Kyst, DK
position. The backless feature of this bookshelf makes it practical to use as a room divider, which, when
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Shelves

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Marble, Travertine, Metal

Fun House, 3 Iron Cubes, Ivory White, Green Leaf, Clay Brown
By MARCO RIPA
Located in Fermo, FM
, divide an open space, decorate an original living room, a bedroom, a waiting room. An excellent
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2010s Italian Minimalist Side Tables

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Iron

Fun House, Iron Footstool, Black
By MARCO RIPA
Located in Fermo, FM
bookshelves, a number of seats or coffee tables. Those who are most creative can order the cubes in varying
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2010s Italian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Fun House, Iron Footstool, Black
Fun House, Iron Footstool, Black
H 13 in W 13 in D 13 in
Fun House, Iron Footstool Cube, Midnight Blue
By MARCO RIPA
Located in Fermo, FM
, divide an open space, decorate an original living room, a bedroom, a waiting room. An excellent
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2010s Italian Minimalist Side Tables

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Iron

Fun House, Iron Footstool Cube, Blue Sky
By MARCO RIPA
Located in Fermo, FM
, divide an open space, decorate an original living room, a bedroom, a waiting room. An excellent
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2010s Italian Minimalist Side Tables

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Iron

Fun House, Iron Footstool, White
By MARCO RIPA
Located in Fermo, FM
, divide an open space, decorate an original living room, a bedroom, a waiting room. An excellent
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2010s Italian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Fun House, Iron Footstool, White
Fun House, Iron Footstool, White
H 13 in W 13 in D 13 in
Fun House, Iron Footstool Cube, Clay Brown
By MARCO RIPA
Located in Fermo, FM
, divide an open space, decorate an original living room, a bedroom, a waiting room. An excellent
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2010s Italian Minimalist Side Tables

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Iron

Fun House, Footstool - hot rolled iron plate
By MARCO RIPA
Located in Fermo, FM
bookshelves, a number of seats or coffee tables. Those who are most creative can order the cubes in varying
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2010s Italian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Fun House, 3 Iron Cubes, sky blue, peach pink, ivory white
By MARCO RIPA
Located in Fermo, FM
, divide an open space, decorate an original living room, a bedroom, a waiting room. An excellent
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2010s Italian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Vittorio Dassi Wall Unit / Dry Bar for Permanente Mobili Cantù, Italy, 1950-60
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Vittorio Dassi
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
and cabinets can be placed differently and that it can also be used as a room divider. This is a
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Brass

18th Century, French Louis XVI Wood Sideboard by Conrad Mauter
By Conrad Mauter
Located in IT
context. It can be placed in an entrance hall or in a study, in a room or in a bathroom, as well as in a
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Bookcases

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Wood, Rosewood

Hans Weiss Custom Headboard for King Bed
By Hans Weiss
Located in Hanover, MA
to do so thereby allowing it to float as a space or room divider. Hans Weiss was a Viennese Jewish
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

Materials

Brass

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Husain by Maqbul Fida Husain, Richard Bartholomew, Shiv S. Kapur, H. N. Abrams
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Pair of Compas Wood Counter Stools, Italy
By Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret
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Pair of Compas Wood Counter Stools, Italy
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Italian Leather Pink P60 Chair by Vittorio Introini for Saporiti Italia, 1962
By Saporiti, Vittorio Introini
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Solid Oak Rustic Brutalist Wabi Sabi Beam Coffee Table, France 1960
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Located in Culver City, CA
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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By Ladderax
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By Franco Albini and Franca Helg, Poggi
Located in Varese, Lombardia
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By Tonin Casa Padova
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By Lutjens De Boer, Gouda Den Boer
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By S Form
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By Kurt Østervig, Povl Dinesen
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1950s, Teak and Brass Bookshelves or Secretaire, Sweden
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By Tonin Casa Padova
Located in Zagreb, HR
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Rare Pair of Chinese Chippendale Style Curio Cabinets or Bookshelves, circa 1880
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Oak Étagère Shelve Unit, Netherlands, 1970's
Located in Antwerp, BE
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Oak Étagère Shelve Unit, Netherlands, 1970's
Oak Étagère Shelve Unit, Netherlands, 1970's
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H 75.6 in W 38.59 in D 9.06 in
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Located in Hollywood, CA
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Bookshelves Room Divider For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the bookshelves room divider you’re looking for. A bookshelves room divider — often made from metal, iron and wood — can elevate any home. Find 7 options for an antique or vintage bookshelves room divider now, or shop our selection of 13 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a bookshelves room divider — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A bookshelves room divider made by modern designers — as well as those associated with mid-century modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made bookshelves room divider over the years, but those crafted by MARCO RIPA, Kiki van Eijk and Conrad Mauter are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Bookshelves Room Divider?

A bookshelves room divider can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,998, while the lowest priced sells for $411 and the highest can go for as much as $14,012.
Questions About Bookshelves Room Divider
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Room dividers can also be referred to as screens or panels.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To quickly divide a room, you can use a freestanding room divider. If you wish to leave the room open but visually divide it, try placing accent rugs under the furniture in different areas. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of room dividers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    What room dividers are called depends on their style. Large collapsible walls are partition walls, while sectioned panels with hinges are screens. Japanese-style room dividers are known as shoji blinds. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of room dividers from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    The simplest things that can be used as room dividers are room divider furnishings that stand up on their own. You can also use folding screens, pocket doors, bookcases, curtains, trellises, hanging shelves and other objects and furniture pieces as room dividers. On 1stDibs, find a variety of room dividers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Whether room dividers fall easily depends on a few factors. Generally, the heavier the room divider is, the less likely it is to tip over. Dividers are also less likely to fall if they are properly adjusted. With an accordion-style divider, try bending the panels at a wider angle to create a more sturdy base. Some people choose to install stabilizing brackets on the floor to keep their room dividers upright. Depending on the style of your space, you may also be able to hang a divider from the ceiling or attach one end to a wall. Shop a variety of room dividers on 1stDibs.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

    Lightweight Japanese paper lattice screens known as shōji are a versatile way to define a living space and block drafts. Painted folding screens known as byōbu are also used as decorative elements, often featuring landscapes, animals, and flowering plants. Chinese folding screens were traditionally comprised of monumental hinged panels, intricately carved and decorated with panoramic landscapes or stone inlay.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Carlton room divider is a Memphis-style icon made of medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and plastic laminate. A highly sculptural piece, it features a bookcase, drawers and shelves painted in lovely muted primary colors. Shop Carlton room dividers from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Yes, room dividers are a good idea. The right room divider can make large spaces feel more intimate. Dividers can also make it easier for a space to serve two functions, such as a dining room and a living room. Room dividers can additionally help to ensure privacy when placed in offices, bathrooms and bedrooms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of room dividers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, you can attach a room divider to a wall using nails or adhesive. However, making holes or using strong chemical glues may damage some room divider materials. If you do choose to anchor a divider, use care when removing it in the future. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of room dividers.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    For standing room dividers, make sure you set them up in an accordion or or zig zag fold pattern to keep them from falling down.

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, you can use curtains as a room divider. To do so, you will need to mount hanging hardware on the ceiling. One of the biggest benefits of using curtains to divide rooms is that they are easy to maneuver when you want to open up a space or close off an area. Shop a range of curtains on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Paper room dividers are often called decorative screens or merely room dividers depending on the design. The earliest examples of folding screens are said to have originated in China and go back at least as far as the Han dynasty. Screens of the era were heavy structures made of wood and had hinges of cloth or leather. They were adorned with elaborate landscape paintings that were typically created on silk or paper canvases and applied directly to the screen’s panels afterward. Just as they had been in the 20th century and today, the folding screens then were recognized for both their practical and purely decorative properties. Japanese room-divider screens were also decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of room dividers and decorative screens.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There are many things that you can use instead of a room divider. If you want to be able to open up the room or quickly create more privacy, curtains suspended from the ceiling can be a good choice. Folding screens are another option that give you the flexibility to change your room easily. For a more permanent solution, you can divide the room with case goods like bookcases. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of furniture from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Chinese room dividers are also called pingfengs. The term pingfeng in traditional Chinese literally means “wind blocker” or “wind wall.” Some people also refer to these room dividers as folding screens because they consist of hinged panels that allow them to fold up when not in use. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of folding screens from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Ettore Sottsass did not design the Carlton room divider for a specific patron or client. He created the piece while working with the Memphis Group, an art collective that held joint shows from 1981 to 1987. Find a selection of Ettore Sottsass furniture on 1stDibs.