$3,475
H 40.75 in W 36 in D 12 in
Antique English Rosewood Open Bookcase with three Adjustable Shelves
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Superb Antique English Rosewood Open Bookcase with three Adjustable Shelves. Please note superb
Rosewood
$1,875Sale Price|25% Off
H 56 in W 34 in D 11.5 in
Danish Modern Mid century Rosewood Bookcase shelves on tapered legs
By Gunni Omann
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful simple Danish modern mid century rosewood bookcase. Has 3 adjustable shelves. Amazing
Rosewood
$2,056 / set
H 34.26 in W 30.71 in D 11.42 in
Pair of Light Burr & Burl Walnut Inlaid Library Bookcases Adjustable Shelves
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this pair of walnut bookcases, made in England and features open shelving
Walnut
$15,400
H 98.25 in W 84.25 in D 23.75 in
Walnut Display Cabinet Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves, Sweden circa 1850-70
Located in Round Top, TX
, including the interior. Entire cabinet is built in two sections with eight glass doors and adjustable
Glass, Walnut
$9,470
H 118.12 in W 97.25 in D 11.82 in
1950s Italian Bookcase with Wood, Brass and Metal finsh with Adjustable Shelves
Located in IT
Walnut wood bookcase with metal uprights and shelves Italy 1950s. The bookcase consists of four
Brass, Iron
$2,189
H 30 in W 36 in D 12 in
Pair of Pine Bookcases, Adjustable Shelves, Rustic Solid Wood, c. 1970s USA
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A versatile pair of solid pine bookcases, crafted in the 1970s–1980s and offering simple
Pine
Danish Bookcase w/ Storage
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid-century modern standing bookcase features adjustable shelves, drawers, and drop front
Teak
Cabinet with height-adjustable shelves – Italy 1950
Located in Girona, Girona
Cabinet with height-adjustable shelves, ash wood and ash veneer with openwork on the sides, very
Ash
Solid Oak Art Deco Era Cube Shape Adjustable Shelves Show Case Vitrine
By Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern solid oak frame adjustable glass shelves box shape curio display cabinet
Glass, Oak
$2,637
H 68.12 in W 41.34 in D 13.78 in
Modular Wooden Wall Unit with Adjustable Shelves and Drop-Front Bar, Italy, 1970
Located in Santa Margherita Ligure, IT
embodies the mid-century modern aesthetic while offering practical organization for books, decorative
Wood
$2,242Sale Price|35% Off
H 79 in W 48 in D 17 in
Mid Century Light Oak Danish Modern 4' Credenza with 6 Adjustable Shelf Bookcase
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century light oak Danish modern 4' credenza with 6 adjustable shelf unit bookcase. Lower
Oak
$8,991
H 78.15 in W 98.82 in D 11.82 in
20th Century, Italian Production Wall Bookcase with adjustable shelves, 60s
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Turin, Turin
Wall Bookcase composed of 3 bays with height-adjustable shelves. Designed and produced in Italy in
Metal, Brass
$4,400
H 82 in W 44 in D 15 in
Tall Narrow Brass Finish Adjustable Glass Shelves Unit Bookcase Storage Etagere
By Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern lighted brass finish display cabinet vitrine shelving unit.
Metal
Danish Mid-Century Bookcase
By Soborg Mobler
Located in San Francisco, CA
Mid-century Danish adjustable 6 shelf bookcase made of Brazilian rosewood. Made by Soborg Mobler
Rosewood
Pair of Mid-Century Bookcases
Located in Mississauga, ON
An attractive pair of Mid-Century Michael Fortune bookcases with adjustable shelving in perfect
Unavailable
H 42.13 in W 50.4 in D 13 in
Antique Pair of Quality Adjustable Oak Open Bookcases, circa 1950
Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech
Antique pair of quality adjustable oak open bookcases, circa 1950 with plywood backs. Simple clean
Oak, Plywood
Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Rosewood Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern, double wide, rosewood bookcase with eight adjustable, nicely beveled shelves.
Rosewood
Mid Century Modern Walnut Adjustable Bookcase Display Cabinet
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid Century Modern Walnut Adjustable Bookcase Display Cabinet Need a place to store books
Walnut
Sold
H 55.25 in W 33.75 in L 55.25 in
Dyrlund Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Bookcases Adjustable Shelves
By Dyrlund
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Dyrlund Danish Mid-Century Modern rosewood bookcases Each has 3 adjustable shelves Measures
Rosewood
Mid-Century Rosewood and Glass Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves, 1960s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century open bookcase crafted from richly grained rosewood, likely produced in the 1960s. This
Glass, Rosewood
Mid-Century Open Bookcase
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A simple mid-century open bookcase with adjustable shelves and a lower section with a drawer.
Danish Modern Walnut Adjustable Bookcase
Located in Kensington, MD
backdrop to any display. The double bookcase has adjustable beveled shelves throughout. The overall styling
Walnut
Adjustable Bookcase in Danish Modern Walnut
Located in Kensington, MD
gorgeous backdrop to any display. The double bookcase has adjustable beveled shelves throughout. The
Walnut
English Rosewood Open Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves
Located in San Francisco, CA
An attractive English rosewood veneered open bookcase of simple elegant design with three
Rosewood
Excellent Quality Mahogany Open Adjustable Library Bookcase
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Super quality Victorian flame mahogany open library bookcase with three adjustable shelves
Mahogany
Lovely Hardwood Finish Library Open Bookcase Adjustable Shelves
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely vintage mahogany finish library open bookcase with height
Hardwood
Danish Teak Adjustable Shelf Bookcase by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Kensington, MD
Danish Teak Adjustable Shelf Bookcase by Borge Mogensen Additional information: Material: Teak
Teak
Danish Modern Tall Teak Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves
By Domino Møbler
Located in Freehold, NJ
finish, and five adjustable shelves. Matching bookcase and other complimentary Danish items available
Teak
Bookcase Adjustable Elements Teak Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A bookcase with adjustable elements in height, teak veneer and metal uprights. Manufactured in
Metal
Large Adjustable Rosewood and Leather Bookcase, Italy, 1950
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Large organic floor to ceiling bookcase manufactured in Italy in the late 1950s. Rosewood structure
Brass
Sold
H 82.68 in W 62.21 in D 13.39 in
Bookcase Adjustable in Height Teakwood Manufactured in Italy, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A bookcase, elements adjustable in height, teakwood. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s.
Teak
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H 89.77 in W 98.82 in D 16.54 in
Bookcase Adjustable Elements Teak Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A bookcase with elements adjustable in height, teak veneer. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s-1960s.
Teak
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H 118.12 in W 100.4 in D 11.82 in
Vintage Italian Rosewood Bookcase Four Uprights and Adjustable Shelves
Located in IT
hardware. Shelves are adjustable in their height. This book case takes inspiration from Albini bookcase
Rose Quartz
Sold
H 116.93 in W 94.1 in D 17.33 in
Bookcase Adjustable Elements Rosewood Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A bookcase with elements adjustable in height, rosewood veneer. Manufactured in Italy, 1950s-1960s.
Rosewood
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H 83.47 in W 64.18 in D 16.54 in
Bookcase Adjustable Elements Rosewood Veneer Vintage Manufactured in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
A bookcase, adjustable elements in height, metal uprights, rosewood veneer. Manufactured in Italy
Metal
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H 78.75 in W 104.73 in D 18.12 in
Bookcase with Adjustable Elements Metal Mahogany Veneer Vintage, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
A bookcase with elements adjustable in height, metal uprights, mahogany veneer. Manufactured in
Metal
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H 53.5 in W 39.5 in D 11 in
Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves & Tapered Legs
By Viby J. PMJ
Located in Freehold, NJ
original finish, three adjustable shelves, and tall tapered legs. Matching rosewood bookcase available
Rosewood
Sold
H 43.31 in W 29.93 in D 9.85 in
Vintage Retro Light Oak adjustable Bookcase Display Cabinet - High-Quality piece
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Vintage Retro Light Oak adjustable Bookcase Display Cabinet - High-Quality piece believed to have
Oak
Sold
H 73.63 in W 118.12 in D 14.97 in
Five Large Glazed Door Library Bookcases Cupboard Base Height Adjustable Shelves
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
versatile set, modular bookcases break down into different sections so you can adjust the height and display
Glass, Beech
Sold
H 117.33 in W 68.9 in D 11.82 in
Italian Paolo Tilche Bookcase for Arform Giraffa Model Height Adjustable
By Paolo Tilche
Located in IT
Bookcase created in the 1962 by Paolo Tilche for Arform. Wooden uprights, black painted wood
Wood
Sold
H 42.52 in W 48.04 in D 13 in
Antique Open Bookcase, Scottish, Oak, Adjustable Book Shelf Cabinet, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique open bookcase. A Scottish, oak adjustable book shelf cabinet, dating to the
Oak
Sold
H 117.33 in W 59.45 in D 18.12 in
Rosewood Veneered Wall Bookcase with Adjustable Elements Vintage, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A rosewood veneered wall bookcase with elements adjustable in height. Manufactured in Italy, 1960s.
Metal
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H 53.94 in W 22.84 in D 11.42 in
Bookcase Central Upright Glass Adjustable Shelves Chromed Metal Vintage, Italy
Located in Milano, IT
A bookcase with one central upright, glass shelves adjustable in height, chromed metal
Metal
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H 82.68 in W 92.92 in D 13.78 in
Bookcase Adjustable Elements Stained Mahogany Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A bookcase with adjustable elements in height. It can be used as a partition. Stained mahogany
Mahogany
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H 59 in W 55 in D 12.25 in
Danish Modern Teak Double Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves & Tapered Legs
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish modern double bookcase features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original
Teak
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H 124.02 in W 162.21 in D 9.45 in
Mahogany Wood Adjustable Shelves Six Black Metal Uprights Bookcase, Italy, 1950s
Located in IT
Wood adjustable mahogany shelves and six black metal uprights bookcase, from Italy from midcentury
Wood
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H 124.02 in W 162.21 in D 9.45 in
Two Mahogany Wood Adjustable Shelves Black Metal Uprights Bookcases, Italy 1950s
Located in IT
Two mahogany wood adjustable shelves black metal Uprights, Albini's style. Bookcases, from Italy
Wood
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H 118.12 in W 97.25 in D 11.82 in
1950s Italian Bookcase with Wood and Metal finsh and Adjustable Shelves
Located in IT
Walnut wood bookcase with metal uprights and shelves Italy 1950s. The bookcase consists of four
Brass
Sold
H 68.51 in W 78.35 in D 8.67 in
Italian Adjustable Bookcase with Telescopic Metal Tubing and Teak Shelves, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian adjustable bookcase with telescopic metal tubing and teak shelves, 1960s Adjustable
Steel
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H 118.12 in W 64.97 in D 15.75 in
Floor-to-Ceiling Bookcase Adjustable Elements Teak Veneer Metal Vintage, 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
A floor-to-ceiling bookcase with elements adjustable in height, teak veneer, metal. Manufactured in
Metal
Sold
H 101 in W 106 in D 20.5 in
Large Bleached Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet With Adjustable Shelves, circa 1940
Located in Round Top, TX
This impressive oak bookcase has four upper glass paneled cabinet doors and four panel cabinet
Glass, Oak
Pierre Chapo Adjustable Bibliothèque in French Elm, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large adjustable shelve unit, French elm, Pierre Chapo, 1960s The cabinet is extremely well
Elm
Danish Midcentury Bookcase
Located in London, GB
A Danish midcentury bookcase with height adjustable shelves.
Hardwood, Beech, Walnut
Rare Adjustable French Library by Pierre Chapo
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pierre Chapo adjustable library or shelving system, France, 1960s. The cabinet consists out of two
Elm
French Adjustable Fruitwood Étagère by Siegel, 1950s
By Siegel Paris
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare treasure from the storied Parisian shop-fitter Siegel, this eight-tier étagère distills mid
Iron
Pair of Modular Bookcases, Italy 1950s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Pair of Mid-Century Italian bookcases, with adjustable shelving space. The height is adaptable. Two
Vittorio Introini Pair of Adjustable Bookshelf Library Systems P700
By Vittorio Introini
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Vittroio Introini P700 wall systems stainless steel, chrome plated steel wall shelves. Produced by Saporiti. Pair available in the gallery but only one is mounted. Excell...
Stainless Steel
Sold
H 77 in W 54.5 in D 12 in
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Double Bookcase by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad
By Carlo Jensen, Poul Hundevad
Located in Chicago, IL
Century Modern adjustable teak tall bookcase/bookshelf unit by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad from Denmark
Teak
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H 77 in W 32 in D 12 in
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Double Bookcases by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad
By Carlo Jensen, Poul Hundevad
Located in Chicago, IL
exceptional pair of Mid Century Modern adjustable teak tall bookcases/bookshelfs units by Carlo Jensen for
Teak
Sold
H 77 in W 28 in D 12 in
Vintage Danish Modern Teak Bookcases by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad - Pair
By Carlo Jensen, Poul Hundevad
Located in Chicago, IL
of Mid Century Modern adjustable teak tall bookcases/bookshelves units by Carlo Jensen for Poul
Teak
Sold
H 118.12 in W 31.5 in D 14.97 in
Midcentury Italian Teak Modular Wall Unit with Adjustable Height and Brass
Located in Rome, IT
this bookcase is its adjustable height mechanism, allowing you to effortlessly adapt the bookcase to
Brass, Iron
Sold
H 32 in W 23.75 in D 11.75 in
Newly Refinished - Pair of Danish Modern Teak Mini Adjustable Bookshelves
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can ...
Teak
Sold
H 80.32 in W 139.38 in D 20.48 in
Bookcase Adjustable Elements Walnut Rosewood Vintage, Italy, 1950s-1960s
Located in Milano, IT
A bookcase with adjustable elements in height. Walnut and rosewood veneer, metal uprights
Rosewood, Walnut
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H 59.45 in W 35.83 in D 14.18 in
Adjustable Suite of Vintage 1960s Chromed Beanstalk Shelving Modular Bookcases
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
LTD modular height adjustable racking A very versatile and utilitarian suite, you can change the
Chrome
A Pair of Regency Style Rosewood Bookcases With Adjustable Shelves
Located in Stamford, CT
five adjustable shelves each. These handsome shelves are beautifully made by a master craftsman. 76.5
Rosewood
Mid-Century Adjustable Bookcase
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, with bookcase on top and dry bar storage on the bottom. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Brass
Blond Walnut Mid-Century Bookcase With Adjustable Bookshelves
Located in Pasadena, CA
This classic mid-century modern bookshelf, crafted from blond walnut veneer, showcases a timeless
Walnut
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Shelves Bookcases Mint!
By Henredon
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Adjustable Shelves Bookcases MINT!
Burl, Oak
Sold
H 112.21 in W 34.26 in D 15.75 in
Italian Mid-Century F. Albini Adjustable Bookcase in Wood, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Palermo, IT
Huge adjustable bookcase with structure fixed to the floor and ceiling, consisting of three
Metal
Danish Modern Tall Teak Adjustable Bookcase
Located in Kensington, MD
Danish Modern Tall Teak Adjustable Bookcase Additional Information: Material: Teak This Danish
Teak
Vintage Italian Parquetry Center Table
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a unique vintage Italian center table with the parquetry top being composed of various woods above a prominent ribbed frieze and pedestal, situated on a tripartite base termi...
Wood
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Brass Scape Wall Light by Stem Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Scape Wall Light by Stem Design Dimensions: D 9 x W 16 x H 12 cm. Materials: Cast brass. Finish: Tumbled and burnished. Weight: 3 kg. Finished and assembled by hand in India....
Brass
French Limed Oak Armoire
Located in Antwerp, BE
Limed oak two door armoire. Height 210 cm. Width 127 cm. Depth 64 cm.
Glass, Wood, Oak
Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs Eyeball Floor Lamp in Orange Finish c 1970's
By George Kovacs, Robert Sonneman
Located in New York, NY
Cool post modern eyeball floor lamp designed by Robert Sonneman for George Kovacs. The lamp features a ball shade which pivots, and tilts to direct the light, it accepts a standard s...
Metal
$3,596 / set
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in
Matching Swedish 1940s Chest and Cabinet in the Style of Otto Schulz
By Otto Schulz
Located in Hägersten, SE
Matching chest of drawers and small cabinet in the style of Swedish designer Otto Schulz. Done in Sweden during the 1940s. Both cabinets with teak on back and the front doors/drawers...
Brass
$2,400
H 34 in W 28 in D 9 in
Thomasville Fine Shallow Low Profile 5 Drawer 34" High Chest Dresser Console
By Thomasville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Thomasville Fine Shallow Low Profile 5 Drawer 34" Campaign High Chest Dresser Console MINT
Brass
$2,200Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in
Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas
By Miniforms, Yiannis Ghikas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Soda was born upside-down, with a puff of air. It weighs 20 kilos, and it is blown, drawn out and shaped by three master glassmakers. The result is a single volume of glass with thre...
Blown Glass
Pair of Art Deco Birch Demi Lune Cabinets
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Pair of art deco birch demi lune cabinets, circa 1930's. With a 3 step graduated demi lune top, an inlaid demi lune shaped door, an apron with central bellflower inlay, square taper...
Birch, Lacquer
Bamboo/Rattan and Brass Wardrobe by Dal Vera, Italy, 1970s
By Dal Vera, Vittorio Bonacina, Franca Helg, Antonio Piva and Franco Albini
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Description: This beautiful vintage wardrobe, crafted by Dal Vera in Italy during the 1960s, is a striking example of mid-century modern design with a naturalistic touch. Showcasing...
Brass
$1,432
H 21.66 in W 33.47 in D 11.82 in
Swedish Teak Hall Cabinet with Sliding Doors and Drawers, 1960s
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Elegant teak hallway cabinet from Sweden, crafted in the 1960s. The cabinet features a balanced design with two sliding doors on either side and two central drawers, providing versat...
Teak
$9,890
H 48.04 in W 22.84 in D 0.99 in
Pair Of Late 19th Century English Pier / Wall Mirrors In the Chippendale Style
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine and attractive pair of late 19th century wall / pier mirrors in the style of Thomas Chippendale, fitted with plain rectangular plates surrounded by a border of scrolling...
Giltwood
Traditional Oak Bookcase
Located in Bradenton, FL
A traditional wooden bookcase made of oak with oak veneers. The solid oak frame supports four oak veneered shelves behind two glass doors. The doors open with round brass mushroom kn...
Glass, Oak
Teak Standing Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid-century bookcase features warm teak wood veneer and simple design. Two adjustable shelves can be raised or lowered. Please confirm location NY or NJ
Teak
Vintage Danish Modern Designer Bookcase
By Nexø Møbelfabrik 1
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Danish Modern Designer Bookcase attributed to Johannes Sorth. Note the detail of the finished front fine angular edging. Legs dismount easily if using without legs is pref...
Wood
Mid-Century Vintage American Walnut Bookcase
By John Van Koert, Kent-Coffey
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Store your stuff in style with this charming genuine mid-century bookcase. This vintage American Modern design features a veneered walnut construction with attractive contrasting oak...
Metal, Brass
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.
As long as curious people have collected stories, we have needed a place to stow them away and preserve them. When auction houses and book dealers proliferated by the late 17th century, the bibliophile was born. And, of course, as with any treasured decorative objects or collectibles, a book lover’s volumes were suddenly worthy of a luxurious display — enter the bookcase.
Americans of means during the 19th century took to amassing art as well as rare books, and bookcases of the era — rife with hand-carved decorative accents and architectural motifs — were ideal for displaying their handsome leather-bound wares.
Although our favorite titles may change over the years, the functionality and beauty of their home within our home is timeless. Even those who don’t covet the perfect home library can benefit from an attractive display case, as bookcases can easily double as charming étagères.
Contemporary and customizable options make it easier for you to find the perfect bookcase for your style and stacks. If you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines, incorporate extra space to allow for additional displays and decorative objects. And by introducing a striking dark wood Art Deco bookcase or low-profile mid-century modern design by Paul McCobb into your living room, your signed first editions won’t be the only items making a statement.
Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.