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Etagere Room Divider

Steel Etagere Room Divider Shelving - Customisable
Steel Etagere Room Divider Shelving - Customisable

Steel Etagere Room Divider Shelving - Customisable

By &New

Located in Leicester, GB

A customisable freestanding etagere shelving. The shelves are designed to look delicate and airy but strong. The straight back design sits neatly against a wall or can be free standi...

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2010s British Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Rattan & Bamboo Plant Stand Etagere Room Divider, Italy, 1950s
Rattan & Bamboo Plant Stand Etagere Room Divider, Italy, 1950s

Rattan & Bamboo Plant Stand Etagere Room Divider, Italy, 1950s

By Bonacina, Vivai del Sud, Franco Albini

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Large, statuesque stand can be used as a room divider, allowing for an open and airy way to organize the interior.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jard...

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Arthur Umanoff Design Étagère Room Divider
Mid-Century Modern Rattan Arthur Umanoff Design Étagère Room Divider

Mid-Century Modern Rattan Arthur Umanoff Design Étagère Room Divider

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Las Vegas, NV

RARE and Unique iron, wood and woven faux grass étagère designed by Arthur Umanoff for the Mayan collection by Shaver Howard Furniture CO. and produced in the 1960's. This piece look...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Vintage 1960s Arthur Umanoff Iron Oak Étagère Room Divider Shelving Unit
Vintage 1960s Arthur Umanoff Iron Oak Étagère Room Divider Shelving Unit

Vintage 1960s Arthur Umanoff Iron Oak Étagère Room Divider Shelving Unit

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Works beautifully as an étagère, bookcase, display shelf or open room divider.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Antique Art Nouveau Period Wrought Iron Tiered Floor Candle Holder Plant Stand
Antique Art Nouveau Period Wrought Iron Tiered Floor Candle Holder Plant Stand

Antique Art Nouveau Period Wrought Iron Tiered Floor Candle Holder Plant Stand

Located in Forney, TX

France, turn of the late 19th / early 20th century, circa 1900 Authentic original Art Nouveau period, this rare sculptural hand forged polychrome painted wrought iron floor-standing...

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Garden Ornaments

Materials

Iron, Wrought Iron

Rattan Bamboo Wicker Large Room Divider Etagere Shelf in Bielecky Brothers Style
Rattan Bamboo Wicker Large Room Divider Etagere Shelf in Bielecky Brothers Style

Rattan Bamboo Wicker Large Room Divider Etagere Shelf in Bielecky Brothers Style

By Bielecky Brothers

Located in Saddle River, NJ

Crafted with meticulous detail, this versatile unit features: Dual-Sided Finish: Beautifully finished on both sides, allowing it to function perfectly as either a free-standing wall...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rattan

Antique Victorian Étagère in Hardwood, Divided Folio Compartment, Casters
Antique Victorian Étagère in Hardwood, Divided Folio Compartment, Casters

Antique Victorian Étagère in Hardwood, Divided Folio Compartment, Casters

Located in Rolling Hills Estates, CA

An antique Victorian étagère, the open tiered stand also called a whatnot, rising through graduated serpentine shelves on turned baluster uprights to a galleried top, circa 1870–1900.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Shelves

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Chrome and Smoked Glass Room Divider Bookcase, 1970s
Vintage Italian Chrome and Smoked Glass Room Divider Bookcase, 1970s

Vintage Italian Chrome and Smoked Glass Room Divider Bookcase, 1970s

Located in Tresbœuf, FR

Dimensions: W 150 cm × D 36 cm × H 140 cm W 59.06 in × D 14.18 in × H 55.12 in Keywords: Italian modern, vintage Italian shelving, chrome étagère, smoked glass bookcase, room divider...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

1970s Bamboo, Rattan, and Cane Étagère/ Freestanding Shelf
1970s Bamboo, Rattan, and Cane Étagère/ Freestanding Shelf

1970s Bamboo, Rattan, and Cane Étagère/ Freestanding Shelf

By Ficks Reed, Franco Albini

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A gorgeous room divider or étagère composed of bamboo, rattan, and cane shelves.

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Vintage 1980s Philippine Bohemian Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane

Danish Modern Geometric Wood Étagère Open Display Bookcase, Mid-Century Style
Danish Modern Geometric Wood Étagère Open Display Bookcase, Mid-Century Style

Danish Modern Geometric Wood Étagère Open Display Bookcase, Mid-Century Style

By Mostly Danish Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This versatile freestanding display cabinet / room divider / étagère can be incorporated into a wide variety of interiors, including Mid-Century Modern, Danish Modern, Scandinavian M...

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern X-Frame Black Iron & Wood Bookcase / Étagère (c. 1970s)
Mid-Century Modern X-Frame Black Iron & Wood Bookcase / Étagère (c. 1970s)

Mid-Century Modern X-Frame Black Iron & Wood Bookcase / Étagère (c. 1970s)

Located in St. Louis, MO

The design offers exceptional versatility, functioning seamlessly as a bookshelf, display étagère, or room divider. Shown in unrestored vintage condition, this piece will be profess...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mid Century Modern to Modern Chrome & Mirrored Etagere Cabinet Style DIA or Ello
Mid Century Modern to Modern Chrome & Mirrored Etagere Cabinet Style DIA or Ello

Mid Century Modern to Modern Chrome & Mirrored Etagere Cabinet Style DIA or Ello

By Ello Furniture, Design Institute America

Located in Topeka, KS

Stunning vintage mid-century modern to modern chrome & mirrored one-piece etagere or room divider with lower enclosed cabinet portion in the style of DIA or Ello.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

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Modular Bookcases by Vardani Design, 1970s Space Age Etagere Room Divider, MCM
Modular Bookcases by Vardani Design, 1970s Space Age Etagere Room Divider, MCM

Modular Bookcases by Vardani Design, 1970s Space Age Etagere Room Divider, MCM

By Joe Colombo

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Rare Collection of Modular Bookcases by Vardani Design, c. 70s Mid Century Space Age MCM The possibilities are endless, several configurations can be produced with these pieces...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Plastic

Milo Baughman Style Circular Chromed Metal and Glass Vitrine and Room Divider
Milo Baughman Style Circular Chromed Metal and Glass Vitrine and Room Divider

Milo Baughman Style Circular Chromed Metal and Glass Vitrine and Room Divider

By Milo Baughman

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Wonderful chic round étagère, room divider, vitrine or book case in the manner of Milo Baughman.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Metal

Etagere Brass and Glass Room Divider by Romeo Rega from Italy - Shelve
Etagere Brass and Glass Room Divider by Romeo Rega from Italy - Shelve

Etagere Brass and Glass Room Divider by Romeo Rega from Italy - Shelve

By Romeo Rega

Located in Dusseldorf, NRW

Very unique spatial shelf by Romeo Rega made of solid polished brass shelving structure with smoked glass shelves. Will work perfectly as a floating room divider. The whole item is i...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

1950s American Walnut Etagere/Room Divider
1950s American Walnut Etagere/Room Divider

1950s American Walnut Etagere/Room Divider

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H 55.12 in W 43.31 in D 17.72 in

1950s American Walnut Etagere/Room Divider

By Saginaw

Located in London, GB

Walnut etagere room divider consisting of 4 shelves and 3 drawers produced by Saginaw - USA.  

Category

Vintage 1950s American Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Design Institute America  Mid Century Chrome  Etagere Room Divider Display Shelf
Design Institute America  Mid Century Chrome  Etagere Room Divider Display Shelf

Design Institute America Mid Century Chrome Etagere Room Divider Display Shelf

By Design Institute America

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Design Institute Mid Century Chrome Cantilever Etagere Room Divider Display Shelf in the style of Milo Baughman This piece is often attributed to Milo Baughman but it is not.

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Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Bamboo étagère room divider Henry Olko
Bamboo étagère room divider Henry Olko

Bamboo étagère room divider Henry Olko

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H 64.18 in W 59.06 in D 12.21 in

Bamboo étagère room divider Henry Olko

By Henry Olko

Located in Antwerp, BE

Hollywood regency style bamboo rattan shelves on brass feet, 1970s. Mid-Century Modern piece that fits well in an eclectic interior inspired by Gabriella Crespi, Vivai del Sud, Fran...

Category

Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

John Van Koert Etagere / Room Divider by Drexel 1957
John Van Koert Etagere / Room Divider by Drexel 1957

John Van Koert Etagere / Room Divider by Drexel 1957

By John Van Koert, Drexel

Located in Hanover, MA

This sculptural piece serves as an etagere, book shelves or room divider.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Charles and Ray Eames ESU Storage Unit Shelving Library Étagère Room Divider
Charles and Ray Eames ESU Storage Unit Shelving Library Étagère Room Divider

Charles and Ray Eames ESU Storage Unit Shelving Library Étagère Room Divider

By Charles and Ray Eames

Located in West Hartford, CT

The Charles & Ray Eames ESU 400 N storage unit for Herman Miller. In the USA. The design features plated steel uprights, and crossed metal struts inspired by industrial warehouse she...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Chinese Asymmetrical Zitan Wood Collector's Shelf/Room Divider
Chinese Asymmetrical Zitan Wood Collector's Shelf/Room Divider

Chinese Asymmetrical Zitan Wood Collector's Shelf/Room Divider

Located in Dallas, TX

Unique blending of classical Chinese and Art Deco Étagère/ room divider, first quarter of the 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Shelves

Materials

Wood

Large Round Vitrine Hollywood Regency, 1970s
Large Round Vitrine Hollywood Regency, 1970s

Large Round Vitrine Hollywood Regency, 1970s

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H 68.12 in W 73.63 in D 17.33 in

Large Round Vitrine Hollywood Regency, 1970s

By Milo Baughman

Located in Den Haag, NL

Beautiful chic round étagère, room divider, vitrine or to showcase your collection comes with six variously sized smoked glass shelves.

Category

Vintage 1970s European Hollywood Regency Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Room Divider Étagère
Room Divider Étagère

Room Divider Étagère

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H 28.35 in W 39.38 in L 28.35 in

Room Divider Étagère

Located in Antwerp, BE

French Art Deco book case or shelves, 1930s This remarkably cute piece differs itself through the use of these colored wooden balls. Note four bigger red balls and four smaller bla...

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Shelves

Materials

Oak

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Walnut and Brass Etagere or Room Divider
Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Walnut and Brass Etagere or Room Divider

Paul McCobb Connoisseur Collection Walnut and Brass Etagere or Room Divider

By Paul McCobb, H Sacks & Sons

Located in South Bend, IN

A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern bookcase wall unit or room divider By Paul McCobb for H. Sacks & Sons USA, 1950s Walnut, with brass frame and original brass hardwa...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Directional Mahogany and Brass Etagere or Room Divider, 1950s
Paul McCobb for Directional Mahogany and Brass Etagere or Room Divider, 1950s

Paul McCobb for Directional Mahogany and Brass Etagere or Room Divider, 1950s

By Paul McCobb, Directional, Calvin Furniture

Located in South Bend, IN

A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern bookcase wall unit or room divider By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture USA, 1950s Honduran mahogany, wi...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Brass

Chinese Etagere or Room Divider of Bamboo in Old Red, 19th Century
Chinese Etagere or Room Divider of Bamboo in Old Red, 19th Century

Chinese Etagere or Room Divider of Bamboo in Old Red, 19th Century

Located in Oirlo, LI

This is a very nice bamboo wall rack or cream divader, the color is old red. This rack comes from China, probably made around 1900. Can be used for various things to place books or...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Bamboo

Paul McCobb Etagere or Room Divider
Paul McCobb Etagere or Room Divider

Paul McCobb Etagere or Room Divider

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H 75.25 in W 54.13 in D 14.13 in

Paul McCobb Etagere or Room Divider

By Paul McCobb

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Handsome, understated, and presentable from every angle.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Brutalist Walnut Bookcase Room Divider Library Étagère Cabinet Sculptural MCM
Brutalist Walnut Bookcase Room Divider Library Étagère Cabinet Sculptural MCM

Brutalist Walnut Bookcase Room Divider Library Étagère Cabinet Sculptural MCM

Located in Dayton, OH

Brutalist room divider, circa 1960s. A double sided design with sculptural and traditional shelving. Great for display of books or collectibles. The base features additional storage ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Brutalist Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Stunning Midcentury Paul McCobb Planner Group Room Divider Etagere Walnut
Stunning Midcentury Paul McCobb Planner Group Room Divider Etagere Walnut

Stunning Midcentury Paul McCobb Planner Group Room Divider Etagere Walnut

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Midcentury American designer Paul McCobb freestanding Maple with walnut finish room divider for Planner Group. Unit is Solid Maple wood with Walnut brown lacquer finish. This unit is...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Romeo Rega Chrome and Glass Étagère Shelf or Room Divider, 1970s
Romeo Rega Chrome and Glass Étagère Shelf or Room Divider, 1970s

Romeo Rega Chrome and Glass Étagère Shelf or Room Divider, 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Geneva, CH

Chrome and tinted glass shelf or étagère by Romeo Rega, Italy, circa 1970. Can be use as a room divider Very good condition Dismounted for shipping Measures: H 190 x L 160 x D 40...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Shelves

Materials

Steel

Streamlined Chrome Etagere and Room Divider in the Style of Milo Baughman
Streamlined Chrome Etagere and Room Divider in the Style of Milo Baughman

Streamlined Chrome Etagere and Room Divider in the Style of Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Astoria, NY

A 1970s tall etagere and room divider, which evokes the streamlined moderne style, designed in the manner of Milo Baughman, including six shelves, five long with rounded edge and one...

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Vintage 1970s American Streamlined Moderne Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Paul McCobb Planner Group Solid Birch Bookshelf Wall Unit or Room Divider, 1950s
Paul McCobb Planner Group Solid Birch Bookshelf Wall Unit or Room Divider, 1950s

Paul McCobb Planner Group Solid Birch Bookshelf Wall Unit or Room Divider, 1950s

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in South Bend, IN

A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern solid birch bookcase wall unit, etagere, or room divider By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Measur...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Birch

Chinese 19th Century Etagere or Room Divider Made of Bamboo, Old Red
Chinese 19th Century Etagere or Room Divider Made of Bamboo, Old Red

Chinese 19th Century Etagere or Room Divider Made of Bamboo, Old Red

Located in Oirlo, LI

his is a very nice bamboo wall rack or room divider, the color is old red. This rack is probably made in China around 1900. Can be used for various things to place books or to ...

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Paul McCobb Four Tier Room Divider
Paul McCobb Four Tier Room Divider

Paul McCobb Four Tier Room Divider

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H 75.25 in W 54.25 in D 14.25 in

Paul McCobb Four Tier Room Divider

Located in Danville, CA

Paul McCobb Planner Group Model #1597 Etagere/Bookcase/Room Divider refinished in hand-rubbed black lacquer.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Shelves

Materials

Maple

Clear Lucite And Glass Etagere Open Shelf Unit Divider
Clear Lucite And Glass Etagere Open Shelf Unit Divider

Clear Lucite And Glass Etagere Open Shelf Unit Divider

Located in Brooklyn, NY

There is a complimentary contrast between the clear Lucite frame and textured glass that elevates this piece. This see-through etagere works wonderfully as a room divider and is perf...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Brass Shelving / Étagère/Divider, Kim Moltzer, Late 1960s, France
Brass Shelving / Étagère/Divider, Kim Moltzer, Late 1960s, France

Brass Shelving / Étagère/Divider, Kim Moltzer, Late 1960s, France

By Kim Moltzer

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

Distinctive and sculptural vintage brass shelves / étagère, dating from late 1960s France, and designed by Kim Moltzer (1938-2015). This unit is divided into 3 display niches in stag...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Shelves

Materials

Brass

Room Divider by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Company
Room Divider by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Company

Room Divider by Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Company

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Paul McCobb for The Irwin collection ebonized etagere / bookcase / room divider. This piece is finished on the back.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Mahogany Bookcase or Room Divider, Newly Refinished
Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Mahogany Bookcase or Room Divider, Newly Refinished

Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Mahogany Bookcase or Room Divider, Newly Refinished

By Frank Lloyd Wright, Heritage-Henredon

Located in South Bend, IN

A very rare and exceptional "Taliesin" bookcase, etagere, wall unit, or room divider By Frank Lloyd Wright for Heritage Henredon USA, 1950s Mahogany, with glass front door, and ic...

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Vintage 1950s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Birch Room Divider or Wall Unit
Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Birch Room Divider or Wall Unit

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Birch Room Divider or Wall Unit

By Planner Group, Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mid-Century Modern birch room divider, etagere, or wall unit By Paul McCobb for Planner Group USA, 1950s Measures: 54.25"W x 14.25"D x 75.25"H.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Birch

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Etagere Room Divider For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the etagere room divider you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every etagere room divider was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer etagere room divider, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right etagere room divider, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. A well-made etagere room divider has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Paul McCobb, Romeo Rega and Winchendon Furniture (Planner Group) are consistently popular.

How Much is a Etagere Room Divider?

The average selling price for a etagere room divider at 1stDibs is $3,225, while they’re typically $1,150 on the low end and $18,500 for the 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 Etagere Room Divider

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To quickly divide a room, you can use a freestanding room divider. If you wish to leave the room open but visually divide it, try placing accent rugs under the furniture in different areas. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of room dividers.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    What room dividers are called depends on their style. Large collapsible walls are partition walls, while sectioned panels with hinges are screens. Japanese-style room dividers are known as shoji blinds. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of room dividers from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    The simplest things that can be used as room dividers are room divider furnishings that stand up on their own. You can also use folding screens, pocket doors, bookcases, curtains, trellises, hanging shelves and other objects and furniture pieces as room dividers. On 1stDibs, find a variety of room dividers.
  • PAGODA RED
    PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Carlton room divider is a Memphis-style icon made of medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and plastic laminate. A highly sculptural piece, it features a bookcase, drawers and shelves painted in lovely muted primary colors. Shop Carlton room dividers from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Whether room dividers fall easily depends on a few factors. Generally, the heavier the room divider is, the less likely it is to tip over. Dividers are also less likely to fall if they are properly adjusted. With an accordion-style divider, try bending the panels at a wider angle to create a more sturdy base. Some people choose to install stabilizing brackets on the floor to keep their room dividers upright. Depending on the style of your space, you may also be able to hang a divider from the ceiling or attach one end to a wall. Shop a variety of room dividers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Yes, room dividers are a good idea. The right room divider can make large spaces feel more intimate. Dividers can also make it easier for a space to serve two functions, such as a dining room and a living room. Room dividers can additionally help to ensure privacy when placed in offices, bathrooms and bedrooms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of room dividers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There are many things that you can use instead of a room divider. If you want to be able to open up the room or quickly create more privacy, curtains suspended from the ceiling can be a good choice. Folding screens are another option that give you the flexibility to change your room easily. For a more permanent solution, you can divide the room with case goods like bookcases. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of furniture from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Paper room dividers are often called decorative screens or merely room dividers depending on the design. The earliest examples of folding screens are said to have originated in China and go back at least as far as the Han dynasty. Screens of the era were heavy structures made of wood and had hinges of cloth or leather. They were adorned with elaborate landscape paintings that were typically created on silk or paper canvases and applied directly to the screen’s panels afterward. Just as they had been in the 20th century and today, the folding screens then were recognized for both their practical and purely decorative properties. Japanese room-divider screens were also decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of room dividers and decorative screens.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Chinese room dividers are also called pingfengs. The term pingfeng in traditional Chinese literally means “wind blocker” or “wind wall.” Some people also refer to these room dividers as folding screens because they consist of hinged panels that allow them to fold up when not in use. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of folding screens from some of the world's top dealers.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Yes, you can use curtains as a room divider. To do so, you will need to mount hanging hardware on the ceiling. One of the biggest benefits of using curtains to divide rooms is that they are easy to maneuver when you want to open up a space or close off an area. Shop a range of curtains on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, you can attach a room divider to a wall using nails or adhesive. However, making holes or using strong chemical glues may damage some room divider materials. If you do choose to anchor a divider, use care when removing it in the future. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of room dividers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Ettore Sottsass did not design the Carlton room divider for a specific patron or client. He created the piece while working with the Memphis Group, an art collective that held joint shows from 1981 to 1987. Find a selection of Ettore Sottsass furniture on 1stDibs.

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Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way

Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.

Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture

In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.

These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project

From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.