2 lacquered and carved wooden bookcases, 18th century
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
2 lacquered and carved wooden bookcases. They feature golden moldings with a faux-marble lacquer finish and are supported at the base by a pair of carved side columns, one of which i...
Wood
Corner Bookcase in Bamboo and Rattan – 1970s
Located in Roma, RM
Corner Bookcase in Bamboo and Rattan – 1970s Product details A structure made of bamboo and woven rattan, with rush bindings and glass shelves. Dimensions: 80 L x 182 H x 45 P cm
Bamboo, Rush, Glass
Mid Century Rosewood Bookcase, Scandinavian Tall Display Shelf, 3 Available
Located in Detroit, MI
This exceptional vintage mid century Swedish modern rosewood bookcase was made in Sweden circa 1960. The minimalist design has clean, geometric lines and features highly figured prem...
Rosewood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Lighted Chrome & Brass Etagere Display Shelf Curio
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Mid Century Modern Lighted Chrome & Brass Etagere Display Shelf Curio. It...
Chrome
Art Deco bureau in stained burr - Sweden, 1930s
Located in London, GB
This minimalist birch secretaire bureau with beautiful burr grain, features a locked fall-front, two drawers and elegant cabriole legs. The ‘secretaire’ desk originated in France and...
Burl
Rare Standing George Nelson / Herman Miller Action Office 1 Desk
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
rare and collectible Herman Miller desk from the Action Office series, originally designed under the creative direction of George Nelson in the late 1950s.. Seldom seen standing arch...
Aluminum
Carved Oak Secretary with Rosette Panels and Diamond Drawers, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR
French Art Deco provincial workshop, secretary chest, solid oak, France, 1940s. The upper section opens as a fall-front writing surface, its exterior decorated with two large carved...
Iron
Antique English Mahogany Partner's Desk with New Leather, Circa 1865-1885.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English mahogany partner's desk with new leather, circa 1865-1885.
Mahogany, Leather
Rigidex French Industrial 1930s Wine Rack for 200 Bottles in Original Blue Paint
Located in New York, NY
Great looking French wine rack from the 1930s . Strapped metal industrial design by Rigidex and holds up to 200 bottles with individual curved slots. It has the original blue paint...
Iron
Jerome 'Jerry' & Evelyn Ackerman Micro-Mosaic Inlaid Desk Drawer Handle Pull
By Evelyn & Jerome Ackerman
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic little micro-mosaic design gem with orange colored mosaic inlay by well know Mid-Century Modern designers Jerome (Jerry) & Evelyn Ackerman. The Ackermans began the...
Metal
Arts & Crafts Bookcase with Carved Gallery
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts & Crafts Bookcase with Carved Gallery This charming little shelf unit has a carved gallery to the back and 4 open shelves The shelf is in good condition and is an excellent lo...
Oak
Rustic Vernacular Shelving Unit, France, Early 19th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
This early 19th-century French shelving unit belongs to the tradition of vernacular country furniture, created for everyday use rather than formal display. Its restrained proportions...
Wood
Pair of Late 19th Century French Theodore Scherf Bookshelves
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of late 19th Century French Industrial design book shelves. Built in Paris, 35 Rue D'Aboukir, at the turn of the century by Theodore Scherf, with embossed brass makers plaques o...
Wrought Iron
$6,498 / set
Pair of Bookcases in Teak by Mogens Koch, 1950s
By Mogens Koch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
This pair of bookcases, designed by Mogens Koch in 1933 and produced by master cabinetmaker Rud Rasmussen in Denmark, represent a pinnacle of functional elegance in Scandinavian mode...
Teak
Swedish Gustavian Slant-Front Secretary in Original Cream Paint, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined Swedish Gustavian slant-front secretary from the early 19th century, presented in a beautifully aged original cream-painted finish with soft green undertones inside. The cl...
Pine
Mid-Century Modern Cityscape Shelves by Paul Evans, 1970s
By Paul Evans
Located in Toledo, OH
These beautiful brass and glass cityscape shelves by Paul Evans could be used as a floating shelf or a floating credenza. The brass bases are 14" x 14" and the glass is 60" long and ...
Brass
Vintage Pine Shelf in the style of Maison Regain, 1980s
By Maison Regain
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Shelf - Decoration - Claustra Measures : 82x31cm H:154,5cm Vintage pine shelf in the style of Maison Regain, dating from the 1980s. It features a distinctive geometric structure with...
Pine
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
RJ Horner Carved Oak 2-Door Bookcase Unsigned C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique two-door bookcase attributed to R.J. Horner, crafted from carved oak and dating to approximately 1920. This substantial piece features a decorative foliate carved pediment...
Oak
T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Walnut Bookcase or Display Cabinet, Newly Refinished
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and outstanding Mid-Century Modern glass front bookcase or display cabinet By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, "Colosseum" Collection USA, 1950s Beautiful sculpted wal...
Glass, Walnut
René DROUET ( attribué à ) élégant secrétaire art déco en loupe de thuya 1930
By Jules Leleu
Located in Mouscron, WHT
René DROUET ( attribué à ) élégant secrétaire art déco en loupe de tuya 1930 intérieur en sycomore bronzes originaux entièrement restauré finition vernis tampon
Bronze
Hans J. Wegner AT-325 Rosewood Desk for Andreas Tuck, Denmark 1960s
Located in Hamburg, PA
This iconic freestanding desk, model AT-325, was designed by Hans J. Wegner in the early 1960s and produced by Andreas Tuck in Denmark. Crafted with a rich rosewood top and integrate...
Steel
Florence Knoll Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Partner Desk
By Florence Knoll
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Florence Knoll Mid Century Walnut and Chrome Partner Desk This desk measures: 72 wide x 38 deep x 28.5 high, with a chair clearance of 25.75 inches Good Vintage Condition - Minor S...
Chrome
Vintage Gold Gilt Metal Hollywood Regency Scrolling Iron 3 Tier Small Wall Shelf
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Gold Gilt Metal Hollywood Regency Scrolling Iron 3 Tier Small Wall Shelf (no glass). Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 28" H x 15" W x 6" D.
Metal
Wood & Glass Vitrine Cabinet or Bookcase LB65 by Marco Zanuso for Poggi, 68
By Succ. Carlo Poggi, Marco Zanuso Jr.
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This bookcase or vitrine cabinet is made from a wooden structure with a grid design front side. It features a unique door with a magnetic closure and 4 thick glass shelves. The bookc...
Glass, Wood
Walnut Open Bookcase - Sheraton Regency Bookcases Open Front
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are looking at a single English Sheraton style openfront bookcase hand crafted from the finest walnut This piece is made to order bespoke - turnaround time 2-4 weeks and measurem...
Walnut
Pair Open Bookcases - Sheraton Regency Mahogany Bespoke Bookcase
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous pair of English Sheraton style low openfront bookcases hand crafted from mahogany Hand crafted in England to centuries old traditions - will last for many generations This i...
Mahogany
Tall 18th Century Swedish Rococo Secretary
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Tall 18th Century Swedish Rococo secretary of elegant proportions. With decorative carved pediment and two original glass glazed doors, opening to useful storage. Below, a fall fron...
Wood
28 Piece Willy Guhl Modular Concrete Bookcase, 1960s Switzerland
By Willy Guhl, Eternit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental set of modular concrete cubes forming a giant bookcase by Swiss designer Willy Guhl. Made for Eternit in 1960s, Switzerland. Set includes 28 matching concrete rectangular ...
Fibre Cement
$1,925Sale Price|30% Off
Antique English Victorian Bamboo & Rattan Mirrored Etagere Shelf Stand Boho Chic
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite antique Victorian bamboo étagère featuring an intricate bamboo frame paired with woven cane paneling throughout its tiered design. The towering upper superstructure show...
Bamboo, Rattan, Mirror
Mid-Century Modern Shelving Unit by Pierre Vandel, Lacquered Aluminum
By Pierre Vandel
Located in Miami, FL
A simple, stylish shelving unit perfect for displaying a collection or useful storage. Taking influence from Japan. Black lacquered aluminium frame with gold details and glass shelve...
Aluminum
Set of Swedish Grace Bookcases in Elm & Birchwood with Fluted Feet, 1930s
By Otto Schulz
Located in Odense, DK
A refined pair of Swedish Modern bookcases in the style of Otto Schulz dating from the 1930s–1940s, crafted in warm-toned elm and birchwood. Their restrained architectural form is el...
Birch, Elm
Art Deco shelving unit - Magazine Rack on casters - early 20th century
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Antique - Decoration - 20th Measures : 64x36cm - H:80cm - TH:93cm Wooden Magazine Rack with Shelves This wooden shelf, equipped with casters and vertical compartments, is a versatile...
Wood
Mummenthaler & Meier Mid Century Rosewood Magic Box Hideaway Desk
By Mummenthaler and Meier
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mummenthaler & Meier Mid Century Rosewood Magic Box Hideaway Desk This desk measures: 32 wide x 21.25 deep x 45 high, with a chair clearance of 27.25 inches Fair Vintage Condition ...
Rosewood
Svend Madsen Mid Century Danish Teak Curved Desk
By Svend Åge Madsen
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Svend Madsen Mid Century Danish Teak Curved Desk This desk measures: 60 wide x 29 deep x 28 high, with a chair clearance of 24.5 inches Good Vintage Condition - Minor Stain Wear an...
Teak
French Regency, Monumental Bookcases, Cream Painted Wood, Gilt, France, 19th c.
Located in Stamford, CT
French Neoclassical, Monumental Biblotheques, Cream Painted Wood, Gilt, France, 19th/20th c. Pair of highly impressive bookcases or wall units designed and produced by an unknown ma...
Wood, Giltwood
Mid-Century Teak Executive Desk by Art Furn of Denmark
By Art Furn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stunning Mid-Century Danish Modern executive desk by Art Furn of Denmark. Expertly crafted in richly grained teak, this vintage desk showcases the clean lines, refined proportions, a...
Teak
$4,165 / item
French Desk
Located in Annville, PA
This Chippendale style Mahogany and Leather French Desk is produced by Niagara Furniture. A high quality writing desk that sets the standard for beauty and function among antique rep...
Leather, Mahogany
19th Century Spanish Vargueno Desk, Hand-Carved Walnut
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 19th century Spanish vargueno, (also spelled bargueño) or traditional portable writing desk and cabinet, made of hand-planed solid walnut. The drop front opens to an interio...
Wrought Iron
Vintage Writing Desk Model T333 by Osvaldo Borsani and Eugenio Gerli for Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Roma, IT
An elegant and architecturally refined “T333” executive desk designed by Osvaldo Borsani in collaboration with Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, one of the most influential manufacturers in t...
Steel
Dutch Pine Industrial Apothecary / Workshop Cabinet, 1950s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This apothecary cabinet was designed and made from pine circa 1950 in the Netherlands. It features 30 decent sized drawers with metal hardware. The inside of the drawers measure: DWH...
Pine
Edward Wormley For Dunbar Model 452 Rosewood Mid Century Executive Desk
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Bernville, PA
Edward Wormley for Dunbar mid-century Model 452 Rosewood Tambour door executive desk. An exceptional example of American mid-century design, this iconic Model #452 executive desk was...
Brass
Vintage Oak Jacobean Style Carved Cabinet Dresser, 1980s
Located in South Shields, GB
A substantial carved oak dresser dating from the late 20th century, designed in a Jacobean Revival style. The upper section features open display shelving flanked by two small cupb...
Oak
Large three door English bookcase from Wilkinson & Son
Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL
Beautiful mahogany bookcase with 3 drawers and 3 doors. Entirely in perfect condition. Beautiful warm color. The cabinet has adjustable shelves. The cabinet is of sublime quality. Ma...
African Mahogany
$7,795 / set
Baker Black Lacquered Etagere Shelves - Pair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Baker Black Lacquered Etagere Shelves - Pair Each etagere measures: 40 wide x 20 deep x 74.5 inches high Good Vintage Condition. We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio...
Lacquer
Conscience Green Marble Bookcase
Located in Antwerp, BE
A sculptural solid marble bookcase handcrafted from rare Verde Tinos marble, where asymmetrical shelving transforms books and treasured objects into an ever-evolving composition. De...
Verde Antico Marble
BLOB Pink Shelf Sr, Contemporary Sculptural Designer Shelves, Made in Canada
By Ryan Mercer
Located in Paris, IDF
The Blob Shelf SR transforms a familiar storage object into a sculptural work of contemporary collectible design. Defined by its soft, organic silhouette and playful asymmetry, the s...
Resin, Acrylic
BLOB Yellow & Green Shelf Jr, Sculptural Designer Shelves, Made in Canada
By Ryan Mercer
Located in Paris, IDF
The Blob Shelf JR is a playful interpretation of contemporary storage, transforming a functional wall shelf into a sculptural design object. As the more compact counterpart to the Bl...
Resin, Acrylic
BLOB Shelf Jr, Sculptural Designer Shelves, Made in Canada
By Ryan Mercer
Located in Paris, IDF
The Blob Shelf JR is a playful interpretation of contemporary storage, transforming a functional wall shelf into a sculptural design object. As the more compact counterpart to the Bl...
Resin, Acrylic
BLOB Shelf Sr, Contemporary Sculptural Designer Shelves, Made in Canada
By Ryan Mercer
Located in Paris, IDF
The Blob Shelf SR transforms a familiar storage object into a sculptural work of contemporary collectible design. Defined by its soft, organic silhouette and playful asymmetry, the s...
Resin, Acrylic
Block Credenza, Modern Contemporary Design, Made in Canada
By Ryan Mercer
Located in Paris, IDF
The Block Credenza is a sculptural storage piece that reimagines the traditional credenza through the designer's unmistakable language of bold geometry, softened forms, and contempor...
Resin, Acrylic
George II Banded Kneehole Desk in Mahogany & Satinwood
Located in Milford, NH
A finely made George II kneehole desk in mahogany with satinwood banded top and molded edge surmounting a case with a frieze drawer with small fitted document drawer below it, three ...
Brass
Wooden Wall-Mounted Console with Double Drawers, Europe Mid-20th Century
Located in Utrecht, NL
Wall-mounted furniture reflects the interest in clean, uncluttered living spaces. By lifting storage from the floor, designers created furniture that appeared lighter and more archit...
Wood
$1,150 / item
LXV Shelf Handcrafted in Solid Walnut
By Aaron Scott Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In my capacity as a designer I’ve recently become interested in objects made during the period of Louis XV. Furniture of this era made a clean break from the imposing and rigid desig...
Black Walnut
Mid Century Secretary Cabinet by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, 1960s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Detroit, MI
This exceptional vintage mid century secretary desk with bookcase was designed by British-born T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb circa 1960. Expertly crafted from solid walnut, th...
Brass
19th C American Cherry Plantation Desk Country Secretary Fall Front
Located in Louisville, KY
The writing surface is supported by the deeper lower case—a defining feature of plantation desks—creating a stable and usable workspace without the need for additional supports.
Brass
Art Deco Open Bookcase, Oak Wood, Five Shelves, Antique, 1920s
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Art Deco 5 Shelf Open Book Case This charming little shelf unit has a gallery to the back of the top shelf and 5 open shelves The shelf is in good condition, it is 7” deep, 18” lo...
Oak
Mid Century Danish Modern Freestanding Shelf Unit in Teak c. 1950's
By William Watting, Poul Cadovius
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Mid Century Danish Modern freestanding shelf unit attributed to William Watting for Fristo, made in Denmark circa 1950's. The shelf unit features 14 rectangular shelves w...
Teak
1950 Desk "Model 80" by Franco Albani for Knoll, 1949-1954
By Franco Albini
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Minimalist desk Franco Albini for Knoll International, European mid-century modern desk from the 1950s. Authentic "model 80" desk - 1949 - 1954. Rare first version with the X-shaped ...
Metal
$9,710 / item
Herringbone Bookshelf
By CG capelletti
Located in Milan, IT
Effortlessly merging design with functionality, this singular bookshelf has a double-sided design that allows it to be used as a freestanding divider in loft-style interiors or place...
Wood
Mid-Century French Wrought Iron Four-Tier Baker's Rack with Brass Accents
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant and airy in profile, this antique French étagère combines graceful scrollwork with the practical versatility of four generous display shelves. Crafted in France circa 1970, t...
Brass, Wrought Iron
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.
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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
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