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Blond Wood Modular Shelving Units
Located in London, GB
These versatile modular storage units, crafted from beech wood, are a beautiful example of
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Beech
Modular "Samara" storage wall unit by Derk Jan de Vries for Maisa, 1970s
By Maisa
Located in amstelveen, NL
Modular wooden Samara storage wall unit in cream white painted wood by Dutch designer Derk Jan de
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Ash
H 44.89 in W 61.03 in D 14.97 in
Joe Colombo's Combi Center storage unit for Bernini 1963/1997.
By Joe Colombo
Located in Misinto, IT
designed as a modular storage unit for optimizing space within living interiors, a key goal of Joe
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Vittorio Wardrobe in Black Ash Wood and velvet interior
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
The Vittorio wardrobe is a modular storage unit, available in two versions, 60 cm and 120 cm wide
Category
2010s Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Leather, Ash
Le Corbusier, P. Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand LC20 Casier Standard for Cassina
By Franco Albini, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
Jeanneret went beyond the traditional concept of furniture, introducing these modular storage units
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
H 55.12 in W 88.59 in D 17.72 in
Paul McCobb for Bryce Wall Shelf in Wood and Metal, USA - 1950s
By Paul McCobb, Bryce Originals
Located in Berlin, DE
collection, made primarily of maple wood, featured modular storage units, desks, tables, and seating, all
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Post Modern Black Wood Modular Shelving Storage Unit
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A large black shelving unit. This versatile shelving unit is a great addition to any room. Its very
Category
Late 20th Century Shelves
Materials
Wood
Shelving Storage Expandable Wall Unit Modular Custom Bookcase System
By Tim Byrne
Located in Oakville, CT
Custom modular shelving storage bookcase system by Get Back Inc. In the vintage Industrial style
Category
2010s American Industrial Shelves
Materials
Metal, Steel
Modular 'Profilsystem' Wall Unit with Diverse Storage Compartments in Green
Located in Waalwijk, NL
design concept and execution, this multifunctional modular storage wall unit stands as a groundbreaking
Category
Vintage 1970s German Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Laminate, Wood
H 86.82 in W 188.98 in D 23.63 in
Thin Modular Unit
Located in London, GB
storage solution. Designed with flexibility in mind, these modular units can be arranged in various
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Desk by Elmar Flototto
By Elmar Flötotto
Located in Brussels, BE
-century aesthetics, emphasizing clean lines and functional form. The desk includes modular storage units
Category
Vintage 1980s German Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Formica, Beech
"Archimede" modular wooden storage unit / sideboard by Hirozi Fukuoh, 1962
By Gavina
Located in Argelato, BO
The Archimede model was designed by the Japanese designer Fukuoh Hiroshi for the famous Italian company Gavina in 1962. The idea was to create a module that could be repeated in heig...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Brass
H 29.53 in W 90.56 in D 17.33 in
Charles and Ray Eames Storage unit 2 modular bookcase by Vitra
By Charles Eames
Located in Milano, IT
COD-CV174
Charles and Ray Eames
Storage unit, 2 modular bookcase with 3 or 6 shelves in birch
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Shelving & Cabinet Storage Wall Units
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Mid Century Modern Bookcase Wall Unit
AVALON a mid-century
Category
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
H 72.05 in W 65.75 in D 17.13 in
Modular "Samara" storage wall unit by Derk Jan de Vries for Maisa, 1970s
By Maisa
Located in amstelveen, NL
Modular wooden Samara storage wall unit by Dutch designer Derk Jan de Vries, created in the 1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Ash
H 29.93 in W 89.77 in D 14.97 in
Modular "Samara" storage wall unit by Derk Jan de Vries for Maisa, 1970s
By Maisa
Located in amstelveen, NL
Modular wooden Samara storage wall unit by Dutch designer Derk Jan de Vries, created in the 1970s
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Ash
H 30.71 in W 119.69 in D 17.72 in
Vintage Danish Modular Wall Unit 1960
Located in Vigevano, PV
Vintage Danish 3-Bay teak Modular Wall Unit
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Iron
Pine Modular Shelving Unit by Lundia
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1990s. Modular pine shelving unit with movable shelves. More shelves included too.
Category
1990s Finnish Shelves
Materials
Pine
Vintage Modular Shelving Units By Van Pelt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Exquisite MCM Modular Shelving Units by Van Pelt, crafted with meticulous attention to detail in
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
Baker Finn Juhl Modular Wall Unit, circa 1950s
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Toledo, OH
Baker Finn Juhl adjustable modular wall unit, circa 1950s. Can be positioned vertically or
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Modular Bar Unit
By Specialty Woodcraft
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Make your home the life of the party with this exceptional vintage bar unit! Constructed of
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Modular Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Paris, FR
four drawers
All the elements of this modular bookcase can be arranged flexibly according to your
Category
Vintage 1960s French Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Modular metal shelving unit by Niels Gammelgaard, 1980s
By Niels Gammelgaard
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
Modular shelf in chromed metal by Niels Gammelgaard for IKEA in the 1980s. Ideal for a vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Shelves
Materials
Iron
Minimalist Modular Wall Mounted 1960's Shelving Unit
Located in London, GB
Minimalist modular wall mounted shelving unit with three metal uprights and five oak veneered
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Kroma' Desk by Antonia Astori for Driade, Italy 1980s
By Antonia Astori
Located in Chicago, IL
a diverse range of pieces, including dining tables, desks, serveware, and modular storage units that
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal
Unique, Mina A60 Modular Library Wall Units by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Mina A60 Modular Library Wall Units by Ultramobili
Dimensions: W 224 x D 184 x H 194 cm
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Galerie L'Orme Modular Wall Unit in Solid Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Galerie l'Orme, modular wall unit, solid elm, glass, France, 1970s.
French modular wall unit
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Glass, Elm
Galerie L'Orme Modular Wall Unit in Solid Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Galerie l'Orme, modular wall unit, elm, France, 1970s
Dazzling French modular wall unit
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Elm
Mid-Century Modular Oak & Plexiglass Shelf Unit, Finland, 1960s
Located in Karis, Nyland
One-of-a-kind modular oak & plexiglass shelf unit, Finland, 1960s. Unknown maker but as far as we
Category
Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Materials
Plexiglass, Oak
Modular Teak Wall Units by Finn Juhl for France & Son
By Finn Juhl, France & Søn
Located in Denton, TX
Two Finn Juhl's Danish Modern modular wall unit from the Cresco series for France & Son. Finn
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Aluminum
Restored Mid-Century Modular Wall Unit from Jitona, 1973
By Jitona
Located in Żory, PL
This mahogany modular wall unit was manufactured by Jitona in the Czech Republic in 1973. It
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Unique, Mina Int 4 Modular Library Wall Units by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Mina Int 4 Modular Library Wall Units by Ultramobili
Dimensions: W 240 x D 47.5 x H 194 cm
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional
By Directional, Kay Leroy Ruggles
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. USA. Modular shelving unit with gorgeous sun fading.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Plastic
Peter Hvidt Modular Freestanding Solid Teak Bookcases / Wall Units
By Peter Hvidt, Søborg Møbler 1
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard
Manufacturer: Søborg Møbler
Era: 1966
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 71" wide (both bays), 35.5″ wide (each bay) x 19″ deep x 8...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Pierre Chapo Modular "GO" Shelving Unit in Elm, 1980s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The GO system was created by Pierre Chapo in 1983 and can be considered an end-of-career highlight for the highly influential French designer. The piece is a visually appealing and i...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Elm
Brutalist Rustic Mid-Century Modern Freestanding Modular Wall Unit, 1980s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Decorative and rare Brutalist Rustic Mid-Century Modern freestanding modular wall unit.
Striking
Category
Vintage 1980s Brutalist Shelves
Materials
Wrought Iron
H 75.79 in W 97.05 in D 15.36 in
Wooden Storage Unit "Archimede" by Hirozi Fukuoh for Gavina, 1962
By Dino Gavina
Located in Varese, Lombardia
horizontal modularity. The storage unit has been partially restored and remains in good condition: the
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Iron
Modular Wall Unit in Solid Elm, France, c. 1980
By Ebenisterie Seltz et Fils 1
Located in St Ouen, FR
French work of the 1980s, this elegant shelves combines rusticity and modernity by the choice of a wood with warm tones and minimalist lines, like the creations of Pierre Chapo.
The...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Elm
Unique, Mina Int 3 Modular Library Wall Units by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Mina Int 3 Modular Library Wall Units by Ultramobili
Dimensions: W 326 x D 46 x H 194 cm
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Wooden Modular Bookcase in Solid Caribbean Walnut – Set of 4 Units
By Ania Wolowska
Located in PARQUE INDUSTRIAL OTHON P BLANCO, Quintana Roo
separators, which give a touch of air between them.
Functional as units or together.
Available in version
Category
2010s Mexican Organic Modern Cabinets
Materials
Hardwood, Walnut
1990s Modular Postmodern Birch Shelving Unit in the Style of Philippe Starck
By Philippe Starck
Located in La Mesa, CA
A striking modular shelving unit in the style of Philippe Starck or early 1990s postmodern design
Category
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Tetra, Solid Oak Modular Contemporary Shelving Units, Made in Ratio
By Made in Ratio, Brodie Neill
Located in London, GB
walnut. The modular trapezoid cell can be used as a single unit or can be built up to create endless
Category
2010s British Minimalist Shelves
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Tetra, Solid Walnut Contemporary Modular Shelving Units, Made in Ratio
By Made in Ratio, Brodie Neill
Located in London, GB
walnut. The modular trapezoid cell can be used as a single unit or can be built up to create endless
Category
2010s British Minimalist Shelves
Materials
Oak, Walnut
H 29.93 in W 68.9 in D 15.75 in
American of Martinsville Dania 3 Piece Louvered Walnut Desk Modular Unit
By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville
Located in Pemberton, NJ
drawers of the modular pieces-very stylish. This set measures 47" T x 72"L x 18.5"D. The desk unit by
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Teak Modular Wall Unit, Rival, Brodrene Jatogs Mobelfabrik, Norway, 1960s
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This smartly designed teak modular wall was unit produced in Norway around 1960s by Brodrene Jatogs
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
H 81.5 in W 31.5 in D 16.54 in
Mina Int 1, Walnut Modular Bookcase Library Wall Units by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
H 194 cm
Materials: Walnut Canaletto.
Modular composition of bookcase with integrated storage unit
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Walnut
H 76.38 in W 94.49 in D 18.71 in
Paul McCobb Planner Group Winchendon Lacquered Maple Modular Dresser Unit
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, 2 piece, lacquered black and white, modular, maple dresser unit by Paul McCobb
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Free standing modular wall unit 'Royal system' Poul Cadovius, Denmark 1960s
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Poul Cadovius classic modular unit produced by CADO, Denmark, during the 1960s.
Rare free standing
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 70.87 in W 94.49 in D 15.75 in
Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit by Louis van Teeffelen for Webe
By Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Modern modular teak wall unit designed by Louis van Teeffelen for Webe, circa 1960. Black lacquered
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Modular 4 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, c. 1960
By Lyby Mobler
Located in Deland, FL
storage space with interior shelves as well. This unit has finished backs to serve well as a room divider
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Modular 2 Bay Wall Unit by Lyby Mobler, C. 1960s
By Lyby Mobler
Located in Deland, FL
storage space with interior shelves as well. This unit has finished backs to serve well as a room divider
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Michel Ducaroy Modular Wall Unit in Black Lacquered Wood and Steel
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Michael Ducaroy, free-standing wall unit, chrome-plated steel, lacquered wood, France, 1970s
Sleek
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
Mastercraft Modular Wood Brass Library Wall Unit Bookcase Vitrines Set of 3
By Mastercraft
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, three pieces modular style cabinets
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Modular Wall Unit in Walnut & Aluminum
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
with modular units that include shelves and various storage compartments. The clean, minimalist design
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Aluminum
H 100.4 in W 231.5 in D 19.3 in
Cerused Oak Modular Wall Unit Shelving or Room Divider by Lou Hodges, c1970s
By Lou Hodges
Located in Chino Hills, CA
, offering shelf storage while maintaining a sleek, streamlined silhouette.
The unit’s modular nature makes
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Poul Cadovius 'Abstracta' Metal, Teak, Glass Modular Display Unit, Denmark 1960
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Minimal Danish design modular display shelving by Paul Cadovius
Around 1960 Poul Cadovius made a
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vitrines
Materials
Metal
H 58.27 in W 63.78 in D 25.2 in
De Coene Norm Office 770 Modular Wall Unit , 1969, Belgium Design
By De Coene Frères
Located in Antwerp, BE
Impressed facade of a Modular wall unit in oak designed by the Coene Manufacture, Belgium ,1969
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cupboards
Materials
Oak
Unique, Smoked Mina Int 2 Modular Bookcase Library Wall Units by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Smoked Eucalyptus Mina Int 2 Modular Bookcase Library Wall Units by Ultramobili
Dimensions
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
H 76.38 in W 94.49 in D 18.71 in
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Modular Storage Unit For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic modular storage unit available at 1stDibs. Each modular storage unit for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. If you’re shopping for a modular storage unit, we have 152 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect modular storage unit — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A modular storage unit, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made modular storage unit over the years, but those crafted by Poul Cadovius, String Design AB and Nils Nisse Strinning are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Modular Storage Unit?
A modular storage unit can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,995, while the lowest priced sells for $395 and the highest can go for as much as $80,068.
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 Modular Storage Unit
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A modular storage system refers to a storage system made of different units, shelves, doors or other components that can be combined, rearranged and customized to suit your space. Shop a selection of modular and static storage systems on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023To store handbags in a storage unit, first choose the right type of storage facility. Look for one that has climate controls in place to protect your bags from extreme temperatures and moisture. Generally, it's best to store bags upright in their original dustbags. To help them hold their shape, stuff them with acid-free tissue paper or white cotton towels before putting them in storage. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of handbags.
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