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Poul Cadovius 'butterfly" wall shelves 3 units Denmark 1950
Poul Cadovius 'butterfly" wall shelves 3 units Denmark 1950

Poul Cadovius 'butterfly" wall shelves 3 units Denmark 1950

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Paris, IDF

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

Danish Oak Desk Office Organizer with Shelves
Danish Oak Desk Office Organizer with Shelves

Danish Oak Desk Office Organizer with Shelves

By Pedersen & Hansen

Located in New York, NY

A Danish modern, Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern style, blonde oak wood desk, office

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Hans J. Wegner Pair of Large Wall Shelves in Oak Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1950s
Hans J. Wegner Pair of Large Wall Shelves in Oak Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1950s

Hans J. Wegner Pair of Large Wall Shelves in Oak Ry Mobler, Denmark, 1950s

By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler

Located in Odense, DK

Pair of Hans J. Wegner oak wall shelves made at Ry Mobler in Denmark in the 1950s. Rare large and

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Pair of 1960s Danish Teak Wall Mounted Shelves
Pair of 1960s Danish Teak Wall Mounted Shelves

Pair of 1960s Danish Teak Wall Mounted Shelves

Located in Victoria, BC

Charming duo of 1960s Danish teak wall-mounted shelves, crafted with solid teak wood. These

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Danish Oak Shelves by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, 1950s. Set of 2.
Danish Oak Shelves by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, 1950s. Set of 2.

Danish Oak Shelves by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, 1950s. Set of 2.

By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler

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

Materials

Oak

Danish Mid-Century Modern "Amager" Wall Shelf in Teak, 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Modern "Amager" Wall Shelf in Teak, 1960s

Danish Mid-Century Modern "Amager" Wall Shelf in Teak, 1960s

By Peder Moos

Located in Odense, DK

This triangular "Amager" wall shelf is a classic example of Danish design, known for its

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Wall Cabinet, Circa 1950, Floating
Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Wall Cabinet, Circa 1950, Floating

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Wall Cabinet, Circa 1950, Floating

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

Cloud Steps Shelves, 12 Steps, by OK Design
Cloud Steps Shelves, 12 Steps, by OK Design

Cloud Steps Shelves, 12 Steps, by OK Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Cloud Steps Shelves, 12 Steps, by OK Design Dimensions: D 24 x W 96 x H 176 cm. Materials: Powder

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Danish Modern Pedersen & Hansen Teak Wood Floating Wall Shelf
Midcentury Danish Modern Pedersen & Hansen Teak Wood Floating Wall Shelf

Midcentury Danish Modern Pedersen & Hansen Teak Wood Floating Wall Shelf

By Pedersen & Hansen

Located in Savannah, GA

- Pedersen & Hansen Viby J. Made in Denmark. Classic Danish Mid-Mod. There are two holes in the back with

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

3-Column Danish Modern Rosewood Adjustable Wall Unit with Paneling
3-Column Danish Modern Rosewood Adjustable Wall Unit with Paneling

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 Teak & Glass Shelving System Abstracta by Poul Cadovius, 1960s
Danish Modern Teak & Glass Shelving System Abstracta by Poul Cadovius, 1960s

Danish Modern Teak & Glass Shelving System Abstracta by Poul Cadovius, 1960s

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in Odense, DK

and thick glass shelves. The minimalistic and modern looking furniture system is perfect for conscious

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

1970s Danish Modern Teardrop Bentwood Wall Shelf Curios, Pair
1970s Danish Modern Teardrop Bentwood Wall Shelf Curios, Pair

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

Børge Mogensen Danish Modern Large Wall Shelving System in Oak & Teakwood, 1956
Børge Mogensen Danish Modern Large Wall Shelving System in Oak & Teakwood, 1956

Børge Mogensen Danish Modern Large Wall Shelving System in Oak & Teakwood, 1956

By Børge Mogensen, Erhard Rasmussen

Located in Odense, DK

by Fredericia Stolefabrik. The three top shelves are made of oak and the lower shelf of teakwood

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Teak

Hans Wegner Shelves Produced by Ry Møbler
Hans Wegner Shelves Produced by Ry Møbler

Hans Wegner Shelves Produced by Ry Møbler

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Wall mounted shelves designed by Hans Wegner. Produced by Ry Møbler in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Bookcase/Shelf With 3 Shelves & Wheels In Mahogany
Bookcase/Shelf With 3 Shelves & Wheels In Mahogany

Bookcase/Shelf With 3 Shelves & Wheels In Mahogany

Located in Lejre, DK

19th century mahogany bookcase/shelf. The furniture is furnished with three shelves and detailed

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Antique Early 1900s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Petite Danish Modern Floating Shelf / End Table / Nightstand in Oak
Petite Danish Modern Floating Shelf / End Table / Nightstand in Oak

Petite Danish Modern Floating Shelf / End Table / Nightstand in Oak

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Single suspended/wall-mounted shelf, nightstand or bedside table in oak (ca. 1960s, Denmark

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Brazilian Rosewood Bookshelf by Carlo Jensen
Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Brazilian Rosewood Bookshelf by Carlo Jensen

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Brazilian Rosewood Bookshelf by Carlo Jensen

By Carlo Jensen, Hundevad & Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Rare 1960s Poul Cadovius Two Shelves Wall Unit
Rare 1960s Poul Cadovius Two Shelves Wall Unit

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

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood, Teak

Parade 3 Shelves Green Olive by Warm Nordic
Parade 3 Shelves Green Olive by Warm Nordic

Parade 3 Shelves Green Olive by Warm Nordic

Located in Geneve, CH

Parade 3 shelves Green Olive by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D100 x W30 x H104 cm Material: Powder

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2010s Danish Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Parade 3 Shelves Oxide Red by Warm Nordic
Parade 3 Shelves Oxide Red by Warm Nordic

Parade 3 Shelves Oxide Red by Warm Nordic

Located in Geneve, CH

Parade 3 shelves Oxide Red by Warm Nordic Dimensions: D100 x W30 x H104 cm Material: Powder

Category

2010s Danish Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Set of Six Butterfly Copper Shelves by Poul Cadovius
Set of Six Butterfly Copper Shelves by Poul Cadovius

Set of Six Butterfly Copper Shelves by Poul Cadovius

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Allerum, SE

Set of six Danish mid-century copper "Butterfly" wall shelves, by Poul Cadovius. Where the shelves

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Copper

CADO Teak Butterfly Wall Shelves Set of 4 (NOS)
CADO Teak Butterfly Wall Shelves Set of 4 (NOS)

CADO Teak Butterfly Wall Shelves Set of 4 (NOS)

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in Hanover, MA

We have 4 original 1960's CADO butterfly wall shelves in teak model 2030 by Poul Cadovious of

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Modern Solid Beech & Steel Shelf by Studio Yann Gandon, Denmark
Modern Solid Beech & Steel Shelf by Studio Yann Gandon, Denmark

Modern Solid Beech & Steel Shelf by Studio Yann Gandon, Denmark

Located in København S, DK

The A Shelf by Studio Yann Gandon is a modern wall-mounted shelving unit that combines function

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Pair HANGING Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Floating Dressers Console Cabinets
Pair HANGING Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Floating Dressers Console Cabinets

Pair HANGING Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Floating Dressers Console Cabinets

By Harvey Probber, George Nelson

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

Materials

Walnut

Set of Three Butterfly Shelves by Poul Cadovius, 1960s
Set of Three Butterfly Shelves by Poul Cadovius, 1960s

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

Mid-Century Poul Cadovius Wall System, Teak Shelves, Black Metal Hardware
Mid-Century Poul Cadovius Wall System, Teak Shelves, Black Metal Hardware

Mid-Century Poul Cadovius Wall System, Teak Shelves, Black Metal Hardware

By Poul Cadovius, Royal System

Located in Los Angeles, CA

structural framework for this Danish design. The configuration features three horizontal shelves above a

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Scandinavian Modern Shelving – Danish Bookshelves, 1960s Vintage Set
Scandinavian Modern Shelving – Danish Bookshelves, 1960s Vintage Set

Scandinavian Modern Shelving – Danish Bookshelves, 1960s Vintage Set

Located in Stockholm, SE

Set of eight shelves, anonymous, Denmark. 1960s. Oregon Pine. Stackable. Measures: 4x small

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Pine

Kai Kristiansen Shelf System FM Denmark 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Shelf System FM Denmark 1960s

Kai Kristiansen Shelf System FM Denmark 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Handewitt, DE

Kai Kristiansen shelf system in teak. Manufactured by FM Feldballes Møbelfabrik Denmark in 1960s

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Arne Vodder Style Danish Modern Two Bay Freestanding Rosewood Wall Unit
Arne Vodder Style Danish Modern Two Bay Freestanding Rosewood Wall Unit

Arne Vodder Style Danish Modern Two Bay Freestanding Rosewood Wall Unit

By Arne Vodder

Located in Pemberton, NJ

bay unit can be configured in any way you choose moving cabinets and shelves around to suit your needs

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Oak Shelf System by HG Furniture Denmark 1960s
Oak Shelf System by HG Furniture Denmark 1960s

Oak Shelf System by HG Furniture Denmark 1960s

By HG Furniture

Located in Handewitt, DE

Oak shelf system by HG Furniture Denmark 1960s. The wall unit consists of: - 4 shelves - 4 wall

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Danish Modern Modular Adjustable Wall Unit Shelving 1960s-- 22 pcs Complete Wall
Danish Modern Modular Adjustable Wall Unit Shelving 1960s-- 22 pcs Complete Wall

Danish Modern Modular Adjustable Wall Unit Shelving 1960s-- 22 pcs Complete Wall

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Madison, WI

Very cool, versatile wall unit shelving modular set. Includes 9 regular shelves Includes 6 Medium

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Danish Modern Teak Wall Mounted Console Table and Arched Mirror with Brass Trim
Danish Modern Teak Wall Mounted Console Table and Arched Mirror with Brass Trim

Danish Modern Teak Wall Mounted Console Table and Arched Mirror with Brass Trim

By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Located in Atlanta, GA

Danish Modern Teak Wall Mounted Floating Console Table and Arched Mirror, design attributed to Arne

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Danish tenon jointed 1960's teak shelf
Sculptural Danish tenon jointed 1960's teak shelf

Sculptural Danish tenon jointed 1960's teak shelf

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Beautiful one of a kind Danish crafted 1960´s sculptural shelf. Made as a wall mounted useful

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Kai Kristiansen Teak Wall Unit / Modular Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s
Kai Kristiansen Teak Wall Unit / Modular Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s

Kai Kristiansen Teak Wall Unit / Modular Shelving System, Denmark, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL

Danish mid-century wall unit designed by Kai Kristiansen and made in the 1960s. The unit is crafted

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

NORDST PHILIP Bookshelf, Italian Green Lightning Marble, Danish Modern Design
NORDST PHILIP Bookshelf, Italian Green Lightning Marble, Danish Modern Design

NORDST PHILIP Bookshelf, Italian Green Lightning Marble, Danish Modern Design

By NORDST

Located in Montelavar, Lisboa

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀: Modern designed bookshelf composed of 6 fixed shelves in a diagonal

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Travertine, Marble, Metal

Mid-Century Danish Teak Floating Shelf by Dyrlund
Mid-Century Danish Teak Floating Shelf by Dyrlund

Mid-Century Danish Teak Floating Shelf by Dyrlund

By Dyrlund

Located in Raleigh, NC

, Denmark circa 1960s. A multipurpose shelf that has pegs to serve as a coat rack and a teak shelf atop for

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Teak

Muuto Denmark ‘Oto 100’ Storage System by Pil Bredahl
Muuto Denmark ‘Oto 100’ Storage System by Pil Bredahl

Muuto Denmark ‘Oto 100’ Storage System by Pil Bredahl

By Muuto

Located in CULEMBORG, GE

different ways and tied together with an elastic band. The shelves are in a lovely pre-owned condition

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2010s Danish Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Fiberglass

1958 Danish Rosewood Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius
1958 Danish Rosewood Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius

1958 Danish Rosewood Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Highly versatile and functional wall unit in Brazilian rosewood by Danish designer Poul Cadovius

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Display Cabinet Made In Rosewood, Danish Design From 1960s
Display Cabinet Made In Rosewood, Danish Design From 1960s

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

Danish Mid-Century Teak Wall Mount Coat Rack with Shelf, 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Teak Wall Mount Coat Rack with Shelf, 1960s

Danish Mid-Century Teak Wall Mount Coat Rack with Shelf, 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wall mount coat rack from Denmark showcases the clean lines and functional beauty of Mid-Century

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Scandinavian Teak Wall Shelf, Sailboat Design, Denmark
Mid-Century Scandinavian Teak Wall Shelf, Sailboat Design, Denmark

Mid-Century Scandinavian Teak Wall Shelf, Sailboat Design, Denmark

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 Design Danish Metal Wall Unit, 1970’s
Mid-Century Design Danish Metal Wall Unit, 1970’s

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

Wall shelf by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, Denmark, 1950s
Wall shelf by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, Denmark, 1950s

Wall shelf by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler, Denmark, 1950s

By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

restrained construction and clear proportions are characteristic of Scandinavian modern design from the

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Oak

1958 Danish Teak Royal Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius
1958 Danish Teak Royal Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius

1958 Danish Teak Royal Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Highly versatile and functional Cado wall unit in walnut by Danish designer Poul Cadovius. We

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Danish Design Teak Wall Coat Rack with Chrome Hooks, 60s
Danish Design Teak Wall Coat Rack with Chrome Hooks, 60s

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

Materials

Chrome

Danish Mid Century Wall Hanging Cabinet with Sliding Mirrored Doors, circa 1950s
Danish Mid Century Wall Hanging Cabinet with Sliding Mirrored Doors, circa 1950s

Danish Mid Century Wall Hanging Cabinet with Sliding Mirrored Doors, circa 1950s

By Arne Vodder, Hans J. Wegner

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

Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case
Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case

Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Kensington, MD

Hans Wegner Danish Teak Single Column Wall Unit / Room Divider with Display Case Use alone or add

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Hans J. Wegner Large Wall Shelf in Pinewood Made at Ry Mobler Denmark, 1954
Hans J. Wegner Large Wall Shelf in Pinewood Made at Ry Mobler Denmark, 1954

Hans J. Wegner Large Wall Shelf in Pinewood Made at Ry Mobler Denmark, 1954

By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler

Located in Odense, DK

Rare Hans J. Wegner wall shelf made at Ry Mobler in Denmark in the 1954. Rare and early edition in

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Pine

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Danish Modern Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of Danish modern shelves available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique Danish modern shelves was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and teak. There are 537 antique and vintage Danish modern shelves for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 55 modern editions to choose from as well. Danish modern shelves have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Danish modern shelves bearing Scandinavian Modern or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Danish modern 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 Modern Shelves?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,796, while they’re typically $147 on the low end and $85,000 highest priced.

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.

Questions About Danish Modern Shelves
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Danish modern furniture is the term for a style of furniture that emerged during the 1930s through the innovation of designers from Denmark. It is a subset of Scandinavian modern furniture, the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life. Some notable Danish modern designers include Hans J. Wegner, Kaare Klint, Arne Jacobsen, Finn Juhl, Arne Vodder and Verner Panton. Shop a range of Danish modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 11, 2019

    The material typically used in Danish modern furniture is teak.

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