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Danish teak room divider modular vintage library bookcase shelf-system , 1960s
By Mid Century Antiques
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Danish teak room divider vintage library bookcase Modular shelf-system , 1960s Bookcase - Mobile
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Shelves by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in Raleigh, NC
Mid-century teak wall mounted shelves. We have two available and price is per shelf. Designed and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood, Teak

Mid-Century Shelves by Dyrlund
Mid-Century Shelves by Dyrlund
$1,700
H 13.5 in W 31 in D 8.75 in
Danish Mid-Century Multicolor Laminate and Beech Plant Holder or Shelves, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Danish mid century modern multicolor laminate and beech plant holder or shelves, 1960s Danish vase
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Laminate, Beech

Poul Cadovius 'butterfly" wall shelves 3 units Denmark 1950
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, FR
Set of three midcentury shelves in metal. Model 'Butterfly' Designed and made by Poul Cadovius
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Poul Cadovius 'butterfly" wall shelves 3 units Denmark 1950
Poul Cadovius 'butterfly" wall shelves 3 units Denmark 1950
$2,635 / set
H 16.93 in W 5.91 in D 7.09 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 ...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Storage Wall Cabinet
Located in Detroit, MI
This unique vintage mid century Danish modern teak storage cabinet was made in Denmark circa 1960
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Storage Wall Cabinet
Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Storage Wall Cabinet
$3,475
H 70.875 in W 39.375 in D 12.25 in
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Wall System
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish wall system, circa 1960's. Double door cabinet with beautiful bookmatched veneer
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Wall System
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Wall System
$1,295
H 78 in W 33.5 in D 18.5 in
Mid-Century Teak Shelf, Denmark, 1970s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Teak wood shelf made in Denmark in the 1960s. In the upper part there are four open shelves, at the
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Teak Shelf, Denmark, 1970s
Mid-Century Teak Shelf, Denmark, 1970s
$1,773
H 63.39 in W 35.44 in D 16.93 in
Exceptional Mid Century Danish Modern Floating Rosewood Wall Cabinet 1950s
By Jacob Kjaer
Located in Detroit, MI
This truly stunning vintage mid century Danish modern rosewood wall-mounted cabinet shelving unit
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Rosewood Shelf, Denmark, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Bookcase made of rosewood in Denmark in the 1960s. The bookcase has interesting graining and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Rosewood Shelf, Denmark, 1960s
Mid-Century Rosewood Shelf, Denmark, 1960s
$1,204
H 55.52 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in
Erik Buch Style Mid Century Danish Teak Freestanding Wall Unit
By Erik Buch
Located in Countryside, IL
Erik Buch Style Mid Century Danish Teak Freestanding Wall Unit This wall unit measures: 41.5 wide
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Design Danish Metal Wall Unit, 1970’s
Located in Delft, NL
Metal holders with plastic shelves.
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Pair of Sculptural Pine Shelves
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous pair of mid-century pine shelves are excellently crafted, they are very structural in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Pine

Pair of Sculptural Pine Shelves
Pair of Sculptural Pine Shelves
$1,329
H 23.23 in W 27.56 in D 7.88 in
Danish Mid Century Wall Hanging Cabinet with Sliding Mirrored Doors, circa 1950s
By Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder
Located in New York, NY
Rare Danish Mid-Century Modern wall hanging cabinet, with original sliding mirrored glass doors
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Teak Danish Style Hanging Wall System Shelving Cabinets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sophisticated mid-century aesthetics. Trust Mid Century Traders to offer only the finest in quality and
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid Century Poul Cadovius Wall Unit Bookcase Freestanding
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare Poul Cadovius Single Wall Unit or Bookcase. Cabinets and Shelves can be re-arranged. 33wide
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Scandinavian Teak Wall Shelf
Located in Miami, FL
A Mid-Century Scandinavian style sculpted teak wall shelf, made in Denmark. This interesting
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Scandinavian Teak Wall Shelf
Mid Century Scandinavian Teak Wall Shelf
$495
H 21 in W 13.5 in D 8 in
Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler RY-100 Mid Century Danish Teak 3 Bay Modular Wall Unit
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Countryside, IL
Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler RY-100 Mid Century Danish Teak 3 Bay Modular Wall Unit This wall unit
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Square Revolving Bookcase Shelf MINT!
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Square Revolving Bookcase Shelf MINT!
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Rosewood

Pair HANGING Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Floating Dressers Console Cabinets
By George Nelson, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair HANGING Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Dressers Floating Console Cabinets MINT! Featuring
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Walnut

Set of 2 Floating Shelves, Teak by Kai Kristiansen for Fm Møbler, 1960s, Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen, FDM Mobler
Located in Andernach, DE
was one of the best known and acclaimed designers of mid century furniture in Europe. Here a set of 2
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Teak

Mid-Century Danish Modern Poul Cadovius "Cado" Teak Wall Unit
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Danish Modern Poul Cadovius for Cado Denmark Teak Wall Unit Offered is a Danish
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Teak

1960s mid-century modern modular teak wall unit by Sejling Skabe, Denmark
By Sejling Skabe
Located in London, GB
A Mid-century modern Danish teak wall unit designed and manufactured by Sejling Skabe in the 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit by Borge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern wall unit by Borge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Shelves

Materials

Wood

Danish Mid-Century Leaf Spice Rack in Teak and Copper, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
asymmetrical shelves features decor in copper-band. Crafted by anonymous furniture maker in Denmark during the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Copper

Danish Mid-Century Leaf Spice Rack in Teak and Copper, 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Leaf Spice Rack in Teak and Copper, 1960s
$359 Sale Price
20% Off
H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 3.15 in
Danish Oak Shelves by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, 1950s. Set of 2.
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern shelves model RY21. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and manufactured by Ry Møbler
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

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Oak

Vintage Poul Cadovius Wall Unit, Mid-Century Modern Shelf Royal System, Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in München, Bavaria
this vintage mid-midcentury modern Poul Cadovius Royal System Wall Unit, a true masterpiece of
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Teak, Glass

Mid century Danish rosewood wall unit with drawers & desk by Hansen & Guldborg
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, Hansen & Guldborg Møbler
Located in Liberty, NY
Beautiful mid century Danish rosewood two bay wall unit by Hansen & Guldborg, similar to Poul
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Small Poul Cadovius Wall Unit with Desk, Mid-Century Shelf Royal System, Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in München, Bavaria
this vintage mid-midcentury modern Poul Cadovius Royal System Wall Unit, a true masterpiece of
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Glass, Teak

Danish Wall Unit in Rose Teak, w/ seats, 4 panels, Cabinets w/ keys, Shelves
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Basel, BS
integrated panels and accessories that are easy to install --with the Danish click and lock system you can
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Rare 1960s Poul Cadovius Two Shelves Wall Unit
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rare handmade solitary teak wall unit with two shelves designed by acclaimed Danish designer Poul
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood, Teak

Rare 1960s Poul Cadovius Two Shelves Wall Unit
Rare 1960s Poul Cadovius Two Shelves Wall Unit
$2,995
H 16.93 in W 25.99 in D 7.88 in
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Cado Wall Hanging System Shelving Unit Desk
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the timeless elegance of the Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Cado Wall Hanging System, a
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Poul Cadovius Teak Bookcase Shelves For Royal System 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Den Haag, NL
Iconic Poul Cadovius for Royal System . Denmark 1960s Bookcase . The perfect
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Poul Cadovius  Teak  Bookcase Shelves For Royal System  1960s
Poul Cadovius  Teak  Bookcase Shelves For Royal System  1960s
$3,893 / set
H 82.29 in W 65.36 in D 14.97 in
Mid-century Walnut Wall Unit in the style of Poul Cadovius, c. 1960
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classic mid-century wall unit with four wall mounted upright rails where four short and two long
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Set of Three Butterfly Shelves by Poul Cadovius, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of three midcentury shelves in metal. Designed and made by Poul Cadovius 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Set of Three Butterfly Shelves by Poul Cadovius, 1960s
Set of Three Butterfly Shelves by Poul Cadovius, 1960s
$2,800 / set
H 11.82 in W 11.82 in D 7.09 in
Midcentury Danish Rosewood Wall Mounted Cabinet or Floating Shelf
By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage Mid-Century Modern Hansen & Guldborg wall-mounted cabinet, floating shelf or media
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Midcentury Danish Rosewood Wall Mounted Cabinet or Floating Shelf
Midcentury Danish Rosewood Wall Mounted Cabinet or Floating Shelf
$2,000 Sale Price
20% Off
H 19.5 in W 35.25 in D 16 in
Display Cabinet Made In Rosewood, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Display cabinet/cabinet in rosewood, created in Danish design from the 1960s. The cabinet combines
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Midcentury Danish Modern Pedersen & Hansen Teak Wood Floating Wall Shelf
By Pedersen & Hansen
Located in Savannah, GA
This handsome Pedersen & Hansen teak floating modernist wall shelf is from the Mid-20th Century and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Danish Modern Pedersen & Hansen Teak Wood Floating Wall Shelf
Midcentury Danish Modern Pedersen & Hansen Teak Wood Floating Wall Shelf
$465 Sale Price
57% Off
H 11.75 in W 35.25 in D 8.5 in
3-Column Danish Modern Rosewood Adjustable Wall Unit with Paneling
Located in Kensington, MD
storage cabinets w/ internal adjustable shelves. One smaller display / storage cabinet w/ sliding glass
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern, Vintage Wall Étagére in Oak, Made in the 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
An elegant Danish wall etagère in solid oak, made in the mid 20th century by a skilled carpenter
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Mid-20th Century Danish Baroque Shelves

Materials

Oak

Set of 6 Scandinavian Modern "Butterfly" Shelves in Brass by Poul Cadovius, 1958
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Odense, DK
Wall shelves made by Danish Designer Poul Cadovius in 1958. They can be hung in different ways and
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Rosewood Shelf by Johannes Sorth for Bornholm, 1960s
By Bornholm Møbelfabrik
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This Mid-Century Danish designed shelf was designed by Johannes Sorth and manufactured by Bornholms
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Poul Cadovius Royal System Danish Modern Birch wood Wall Unit Shelving, 1960
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in The Hague, NL
Danish modern teak wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Brass

Danish modern Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s
By H.G. Møbler 1
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Danish modern modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s Danish
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Danish modern Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s
By H.G. Møbler 1
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Danish modern modular Oak shelving system by Hansen & Guldborg Mobler, Denmark, 1960s Danish
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Checkered Wood Shelf with Spindle Legs, 1960s–70s
Located in La Mesa, CA
legs with brass accents. Likely from the 1960s–70s, this piece blends mid-century modern craftsmanship
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Danish Design Teak Wall Coat Rack with Chrome Hooks, 60s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Danish Design Teak Wall coat rack with chrome hooks, 60s. A Danish teak wall coat rack from the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Chrome

Danish Modern Wall Unit by Sven Ellekaer
By Sven Ellekaer
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Danish Modern 2-Bay Wall Unit by Sven Ellekaer. 80.5w 16.5d 72h. Cabinets and shelves can be re
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Danish Modern Wall Unit by Sven Ellekaer
Danish Modern Wall Unit by Sven Ellekaer
$3,795
H 72 in W 80.5 in D 16.5 in
Danish Teak Wall Unit with Bar Cabinet by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark, 1960
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid century Danish Teak Wall Unit with Bar Cabinet by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Wall Unit with 3 cabinets by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Big Mid century Danish Teak Wall Unit with 3 cabinets by Poul Cadovius for Cado, Denmark, 1960s
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

1970s Danish Modern Teardrop Bentwood Wall Shelf Curios, Pair
Located in Doylestown, PA
Vintage 1970s Danish modern teardrop bentwood hanging curio shelves. A coordinating pair in two
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rope, Bentwood

Mid-Century Modern Large Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal System , 1950s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Large Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal System , 1950s Poul Cadovius (1911
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern Bookcase With Drop Front Bar Cabinet
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1950s Materials: Rosewood Measurements
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern Bookcase With Drop Front Bar Cabinet
Danish Modern Bookcase With Drop Front Bar Cabinet
$4,410
H 67.75 in W 39.5 in D 17.5 in
Wall Shelf Attributed to Peder Moos, Denmark, 1950s
By Peder Moos
Located in Benalmadena, ES
Solid wood wall shelf, attributed to Peder Moos and made in Denmark around 1950. This piece is
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Wall Shelf Attributed to Peder Moos, Denmark, 1950s
Wall Shelf Attributed to Peder Moos, Denmark, 1950s
$1,198
H 20.08 in W 22.84 in D 3.15 in
Poul Cadovius modular Teak Wall system Denmark 1960s
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Den Haag, NL
Poul Cadovius Royal Wall system 1960s Denmark .consisting of . 3 uprights Three cabinets . One
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Poul Cadovius  modular Teak Wall system  Denmark  1960s
Poul Cadovius  modular Teak Wall system  Denmark  1960s
$3,893 / set
H 60.24 in W 64.97 in D 14.97 in
Conical Danish Bookshelf in solid Teak 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Conical shaped Danish book shelf 1960s in solid teak. Very good quality, in solid teak. Denmark
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Conical Danish Bookshelf in solid Teak 1960s
Conical Danish Bookshelf in solid Teak 1960s
$2,024
H 25.2 in W 48.43 in D 6.11 in
1970s Rare Aksel Kjersgaard Ash Wood Wall Hanger, Denmark
By Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Praha, CZ
- Very good original condition with minor signs of use
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood, Ash

Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf
By HG Furniture
Located in Kensington, MD
Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf Additional information: Material
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Walnut

Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf
Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf
Price Upon Request
H 80 in W 37 in D 16.75 in
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Danish Mid Century Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of Danish mid century shelves available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct Danish mid century shelves — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. There are 355 antique and vintage Danish mid century shelves for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 6 modern editions to choose from as well. Danish mid century shelves have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Folk Art Danish mid century shelves are consistently popular styles. Danish mid century shelves have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Poul Cadovius, Cado and Kai Kristiansen are consistently popular.

How Much are Danish Mid Century Shelves?

Prices for Danish mid century shelves can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Danish mid century shelves begin at $200 and can go as high as $30,647, while the average can fetch as much as $2,897.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

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.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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.