Skip to main content

Metal Book Shelves

to
4
27
23
50
30
9
1
1
1
3
47
39
5
2
13
14
3
2
50
24
11
10
3
43
23
11
10
6
49
49
49
16
7
7
6
4
Sort By
Billy Baldwin Style Metal & Brass Etagere Book Shelves, 20th Century
Located in Southampton, NY
Billy Baldwin Style Metal & Brass Etagere Book Shelves, 20th Century This etagere, crafted from
Category

20th Century American Shelves

Materials

Metal, Brass

Rare Freestanding Black Metal with Primair Colors Desk Folding Book System
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very typical rare eighties Italian designed book shelf with five shelves which one shelve can also
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Pilastro bookshelf, book ends and letter holder, 1960s
By Pilastro
Located in Delft, NL
Pilastro bookshelf, book ends and letter holder, 1960s A set of a bookshelf, bookends and a
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Teak Book Shelving Rack or Wall Unit by Dekker for Tomado Holland, 1950s
By Tomado
Located in Delft, NL
Teak Book Shelving Rack or Wall Unit by Dekker for Tomado Holland, 1950s Metal frame in black, two
Category

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

Materials

Metal

Louise Nevelson Style Wall Sculpture Book Shelf
By Louise Nevelson
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sculptural Bookshelf, in the manner of Louise Nevelson, unsigned, American, circa 1960s. This wall mounted shelf has space to store books or display items, and has a lighted area tha...
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Walnut Library Ladder - Antique Book Shelf, Rack
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique French library ladder in a beautiful weathered condition and in good condition. It can be used as a practical piece for your antique library or simply for decoration. Made...
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Shelves

Materials

Metal, Brass

Black and White Metal Book Shelves Attrb. to Tomado, Holland, 1950's
By Tomado
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Free standing book shelves in black and white metal. Some rust spots on the white shelves.
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Wall-Unit or Book Shelves Oak and Metal Attributed to Pira, 1960
By Pira
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
Vintage wall system in the style of Pira Sweden. Black metal risers which are attached to the
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Teak Tomado Holland Book Shelves with Corner Shelve, 1950
By Tomado, D. Dekker 1
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
Teak Tomado Holland book shelves, with corner shelve. 1950 Bookshelves or wall system by Tomado
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

D. Dekker for Tomado Holland Rosewood Veneer Book Shelves or Wall Unit, 1950
By Tomado, D. Dekker 1
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
D. Dekker for Tomado Holland rosewood veneer book shelves or wall unit Tomado book shelves with
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Poul Cadovius for Royal System Wall System Book Shelves in Teak, Denmark, 1950s
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Large freestanding wall unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal system. With 4 black metal risers and teak
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Vintage String Book Shelves, 1960s
By String Design AB
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage modular book shelves by String. Metal supports and oak shelves. Good condition
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Vintage String Book Shelves, 1960s
Vintage String Book Shelves, 1960s
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in L 27.56 in
Pilastro White Perforated Wall Mount Metal Book Shelf
By Pilastro, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Mathieu Mategot inspired, white perforated industrial wall mount shelf with contrasting black wire frame by Pilastro. Dutch designed, designer was most likely Floris Die...
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Coen de Vries for Pilastro Bookshelf and Cabinet
By Pilastro, Coen de Vries
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Grey enameled Metal cabinet with Wood Paneled Backing, Ivory Enameled Metal Book Shelves over a
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

1970s Danish Wall Mounted Floating Wooden Shelf & Metal Shelving Unit Book Shelf
Located in London, GB
metal shelf supports are fixed to the wall at the top. The height adjustable shelves are fixed onto the
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Industrial Shelves

Materials

Metal, Steel

Tomado Double Standing Book Shelf
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Industrial Style Enameled Metal Shelving Unit - Black Steel frame with 5 multi-colored Shelves. New
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Tomado Double Standing Book Shelf
Tomado Double Standing Book Shelf
H 43.25 in W 76.5 in D 10 in
Tomado Single Standing Industrial Book Shelf
By Jan Van Der Togt, Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Industrial Tomado book shelf with grey, red and black metal enameled shelves on black enameled wire
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Tomado Single Standing Industrial Book Shelf
By Jan Van Der Togt, Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Industrial Tomado book shelf with red, yellow and black metal enameled shelves on black enameled
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Tomado Single Standing Industrial Book Shelf
Tomado Single Standing Industrial Book Shelf
H 33.25 in W 25.75 in D 11.25 in
Tomado Single Standing Industrial Book Shelf
By Jan Van Der Togt, Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multicolored black, yellow, white enameled metal shelves with black wire stands. Shelves are
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Tomado Single Standing Industrial Book Shelf
Tomado Single Standing Industrial Book Shelf
H 33.25 in W 25.5 in D 11.5 in
Tomado Single Standing Industrial Book Shelf
By Jan Van Der Togt, Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multicolored orange, blue, grey enameled metal shelves with black wire stands. Shelves are moveable
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Tomado Single Standing Industrial Book Shelf
Tomado Single Standing Industrial Book Shelf
H 33.25 in W 25.5 in D 11.5 in
Poul Cadovius Wall Mount Book Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Three Section Birch Shelving Unit with Ebonized Wall Mount Supports. Most Shelves are 9.5" deep.
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Shelves

Materials

Metal

Poul Cadovius Wall Mount Book Shelf
Poul Cadovius Wall Mount Book Shelf
H 96 in W 96 in D 9.5 in
Italian Postmodern Design Book Shelf “Ran” by Carlo Forcolini for Alias, 1980s
By Carlo Forcolini, Alias
Located in Renens, CH
metal shelves, adjustable in height. It is completely self-supporting and can be placed against any wall
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Tomado Multicolored Enameled Metal Standing Book Shelf
By Jan Van Der Togt, Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this enameled metal standing book shelf with multicolored shelves. Enameled metal shelves and frame
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Tomado Multicolored Enameled Metal Standing Book Shelf
By Jan Van Der Togt, Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this enameled metal standing book shelf with multicolored shelves. Enameled metal shelves and frame
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Modern 1950s Bookcase, Modular Shelves in Style of Pierre Guariche
By Charles Minvielle, Joseph-André Motte
Located in Antwerp, BE
sliding doors in black and white, above standing up a black lacquered metal frame with three modular book
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Ahrend Industrial Grey Enameled Metal Round Bookshelf Cabinet
By Ahrend de Cirkel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round enameled metal housing with inner rotating book shelves and locking door. In original
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Sheet Metal

Mategot Inspired Perforated Metal Book Stand
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century, Tomado style white perforated desk shelf with black wire frame inspired by the work of French design great Mathieu Mategot. A functional industrial style table shelf per...
Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal, Wire

Wall Unit /Book Shelves in Teak, Denmark, 1950s Designed by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Antwerp, BE
: 320cm/Height: 200 cm/Depth: 38 cm/Width cabinets & shelves: 80 cm/Depth 7 shelves: 20 cm/Desktop,Chest
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mathieu Mategot Yellow Metal Dedal Wall Book Shelf
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Atlanta, GA
-2001) and known as the "dedal" bookcase. Featuring folded and perforated yellow lacquered steel metal
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal, Steel

Vintage Book Case Shelf in the Style of Hans Wegner, 1970s
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Mid century book case, designed and manufactured in the Style of Hans Wegner. Produced in
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

English Boat Shelf or Book Case of Mahogany in the Form of a Row Boat
Located in Austin, TX
canoe, with six shelves of graduating size. Marked: Thor Dimensions: Measures: H 88 inches W
Category

20th Century English Shelves

Materials

Metal

Tomado Multicolored Enameled Metal Standing Book Shelf
By Jan Van Der Togt, Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this enameled metal standing book shelf with multicolored shelves. Enameled metal shelves and frame
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Modular Library Shelving in Yellow and Black Metal by Reska Denmark
Located in London, GB
standing black metal cantilever structure with mustard yellow metal double-sided book shelves. The system
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Teak and Metal Book Shelves, 1950's
By Tomado, String Design AB
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Four black metal risers and nine teak veneer book shelves. In the style of Tomado Holland or String
Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

D.Dekker for Tomado Free Standing Metal Book Shelves, the Netherlands 1950s
By Tomado, D. Dekker 1
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Iconic Dutch design. The metal coloured bookcase or shelves by D. Dekker for Tomado. Dutch mid
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

D.Dekker for Tomado Free Standing Metal Book Shelves, the Netherlands, 1950s
By Tomado, D. Dekker 1
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black metal risers and yellow, grey and red metal shelves. The yellow and grey shelves have been
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll, book shelves 'Mod. 03'
By Florence Knoll
Located in Cologne, DE
Florence Knoll, book shelves 'Mod. 03' Execution: Knoll International Provenance: Toby E
Category

Vintage 1940s American Shelves

Materials

Metal

Florence Knoll, book shelves 'Mod. 03'
Florence Knoll, book shelves 'Mod. 03'
H 101.19 in W 98.43 in D 14.97 in
Mid-19th century English Walnut Server / Book Shelves
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome and nicely proportioned walnut set of shelves that would make a nice server or bookshelf
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Shelves

Materials

Metal

Book Shelves by Poul Cadovius for Royal System, Teak Wall Unit, Denmark, 1950s
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black wooden risers and teak veneer book shelves and cabinet with black metal hooks. This wall
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Industrial Metal Pipe Rack Book Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heavy industrial metal pipe rack with 3/4" thick glass shelves.
Category

Vintage 1940s American Shelves

Materials

Metal

STUDION SCULPTURAL ROOM DIVIDER ETEGERE BOOK SHELF
Located in Miami, FL
WELDED METAL,PAINTED BLACK PIECE HAS BEEN REPAINTED PROFESSIONAL.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Shelves

Materials

Metal

Wood Tomado Holland Book Shelving Rack Designed by D. Dekker, 1950s
By Tomado
Located in Tourcoing, FR
Tomado Holland book shelving rack designed by D. Dekker, 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Poul Cadovius for Royal System Wall Unit / Book Shelves in Teak, Denmark, 1950s
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Large wall unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal system. With 4 wooden risers and teak veneer shelves and
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Tomado Multi-Color Metal Standing Book Shelves, circa 1960
By Tomado
Located in Roubaix, FR
midcentury multi-color metal shelves with three removable and adjustable shelves in original color
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

1960s Black Wire Rack Book Shelf
Located in Amherst, NH
Vintage 1960s black metal wire rack boom shelf with two shelves for storage. Excellent refinished
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

1960s Black Wire Rack Book Shelf
1960s Black Wire Rack Book Shelf
H 28 in W 28 in D 9 in
Poul Cadovius Royal Teak Book Shelf, Bookcase Cado Denmark
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE
Poul Cadovius royal teak book shelf, Cado Denmark. 12 x teak shelves four x wall holder metal
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Pair of Tomado Multi-Color Metal Standing Book Shelves
By Tomado
Located in Roubaix, FR
Pair of Mid-Century multi-color metal shelves with three removable and adjustable shelves in
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Iron

Art Nouveau Cast Iron and Wood Adjustable Book Shelves
Located in Minneapolis, MN
number. The shelves are adjustable in height, the brackets hold the shelves and can be shifted along the
Category

Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Poul Cadovius for Royal System Elmwood Book Shelves, Denmark, 1950s
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Large wall unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal system. With 4 wooden risers and elmwood veneer shelves
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Poul Cadovius for Royal System teak book shelves , Denmark 1950's
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Large wall unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal system. With 4 wooden risers and teak veneer shelves
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Metal Book Shelves", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Metal Book Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of metal book shelves for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and hardwood, all metal book shelves available were constructed with great care. Metal book shelves have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Metal book shelves made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Metal book shelves have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Tomado, Poul Cadovius and Jan Van Der Togt are consistently popular.

How Much are Metal Book Shelves?

Prices for metal book shelves start at $275 and top out at $4,619 with the average selling for $1,800.

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.

Read More

The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home

Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.

What Exactly Is a Secretary Desk, and What Is It Used For?

The furniture equivalent of a Swiss Army knife, it's the multifunctional piece you didn't know you needed.

This Shelving System with Oxidized Brass Tubes Is Retro and Futuristic at Once

Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.

28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name

Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.

Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition

Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.

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.