Mid Century Storage Bookshelves
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wicker, Glass, Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks
Steel
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Oak
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Cabinets
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Glass, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Teak
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Regency Shelves
Rosewood
Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Chrome
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Steel
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Desks
Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak, Wood, Hardwood
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak, Wood, Hardwood
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Marble
Antique 1840s English Victorian Desks
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Teak
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Sheet Metal
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Jacaranda
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Great Britain (UK) Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks
Vintage 1940s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Pine
2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Wood
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Oak
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Hardwood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Bookcases
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Teak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Bookcases
Rosewood
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Brass
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Mid Century Storage Bookshelves For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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.