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Vintage 1960s American Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Bookcase

H 72 in W 36 in D 15 in

Mid-Century Italian Bookcase

Located in Austin, TX

Bookcase from mid-century Italy. This piece is made of Mahogany wood construction with an upright

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Bookcase

H 80.5 in W 31.25 in D 14 in

Mid-Century Teak Bookcase

Located in Baltimore, MD

Fantastic mid-century teak, bookcase storage cabinet/hutch. This amazing vintage bookcase and

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Teak Bookcase

H 71 in W 35.75 in D 16.75 in

Mid-Century Hutch

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Standing mid-century modern cabinet with shelving. Four glass doors enclose the display cabinet

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Hutch

H 50 in W 60.75 in D 14.5 in

Mid-Century Blond Walnut Bookcase

Located in Pasadena, CA

This Mid-century blond walnut bookcase features three adjustable shelves for flexible storage or

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Blond Walnut Bookcase

H 55.66 in W 27.5 in D 12 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase

Located in Clarksboro, NJ

This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase. Featuring a straight line design, four

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase

H 56 in W 63 in D 15 in

American Mid-Century Plywood Étagère

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century blond plywood "ZigZag" etagere shelf unit with geometric design pigeon holes

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

American Mid-Century Plywood Étagère

H 51 in W 50 in D 16 in

Mondrian Mid-Century Modern Bookcase, Unique Piece

By Piet Mondrian

Located in Miami, FL

Mondrian Mid-Century Modern bookcase, unique piece. In the taste of Mondrian, 1940.

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Mid-20th Century European Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mondrian Mid-Century Modern Bookcase, Unique Piece

H 75.2 in W 33.47 in D 11.82 in

Swedish mid century elm low open bookcase

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Swedish mid century elm low open bookcase circa 1950. Fine quality stylish piece of mid century

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Elm

Swedish mid century elm low open bookcase

H 27.75 in W 71 in D 11.75 in

Mid Century Brutalist Oak Bookcases Staved

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Unique mid century brutalist bookcases. Staved oak veneer bottom case pieces in nice patchwork

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Brutalist Oak Bookcases Staved

H 89 in W 30 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Classical American Stained Pine Bookcase

Located in Germantown, MD

An elegant Mid-Century Classical American solid Pine Bookcase in great vintage condition. Measures

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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Classical American Stained Pine Bookcase

H 42.5 in W 25 in D 11 in

Mid century Swedish birch low open bookcase

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Mid century Swedish birch low open bookcase circa 1950. Superb quality mid century Scandinavian

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Birch

Mid century Swedish birch low open bookcase

H 28.25 in W 69.75 in D 11.75 in

Pair of American Mid-Century Maple Bookcases

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of American Mid-Century (1950s) maple bookcase cabinets having a low backrail with 3 open

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Maple

Pair of American Mid-Century Maple Bookcases

H 46 in W 34 in D 17.5 in

Mid Century Walnut Etagere

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Mid-Century modern style walnut etagere. Constructed of American walnut with a transparent

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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Walnut Etagere

H 78 in W 40 in D 18 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut tall Secretary Desk Bookcase

By Broyhill Brasilia

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern tall secretary desk bookcase with doors.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut tall Secretary Desk Bookcase

H 72 in W 33 in D 21 in

Mid-Century Brass Etagere by DIA

By Design Institute America

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern bookcase with sliding base. Brass frame and glass shelving. (Please confirm

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Brass Etagere by DIA

H 72 in W 85 in D 18 in

Mid-Century modular wooden bookcase, Italy, 1960s

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Modular Mid-Century bookcase with wooden structure and gilded brass details. This elegant piece

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Mid-Century modular wooden bookcase, Italy, 1960s

H 79.53 in W 98.43 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Milo Baughman Style Chrome and Wood Bookcase

Located in Pasadena, CA

This Mid-Century Milo Baughman Style Chrome and Wood Bookcase effortlessly blends sleek, modern

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20th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Milo Baughman Style Chrome and Wood Bookcase

H 72 in W 36 in D 16.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase Domino Mobler

Located in Toledo, OH

Mid-Century Modern Danish teak bookcase. Original finish by Domino Mobler. Very nice condition

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Mid-20th Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase Domino Mobler

H 72 in W 31 in D 11.5 in

Mid-Century Chippendale Solid Independance Mahogany Narrow Bookcase

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid-Century Chippendale style refinished Solid Independance Mahogany Narrow Bookcase Measures 18.25

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Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Bookcases

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Hardwood, Mahogany

Mid-Century Chippendale Solid Independance Mahogany Narrow Bookcase

H 50 in W 18.25 in D 13.5 in

Mid-Century Cerused Oak Bookcase or Etagere, 1950s

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Mid-Century Cerused Oak Bookcase or Etagere, 1950s A sophisticated, functional mid-century

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Cerused Oak Bookcase or Etagere, 1950s

H 78 in W 38 in D 16 in

Mid-century bookshelf in teak, Denmark 1960s

Located in Torino, IT

Mid-century bookshelf in teak, Denmark 1960s Cod. 007

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Mid-century bookshelf in teak, Denmark 1960s

H 71.66 in W 39.38 in D 11.03 in

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

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Vintage American Walnut Bookcase

H 64 in W 36 in D 15 in

Mid-Century Rosewood wall unit/bookcase from Oman Jr

Located in Hudson, NY

Mid-Century Rosewood wall unit/bookcase from Oman Jr

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Rosewood wall unit/bookcase from Oman Jr

H 57 in W 71 in D 12 in

Tall Midcentury Bookcase '1 of 3'

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Part of a 3-piece set. Mid-Century Modern design with walnut grain throughout, sculpted handles

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Tall Midcentury Bookcase '1 of 3'

H 72 in W 30 in D 15 in

Tall Midcentury Bookcase '1 of 3'

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-Century Modern bookcase with drawer storage and fold down desk/cabinet. Part of a 3 piece unit

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Walnut

Tall Midcentury Bookcase '1 of 3'

H 76.5 in W 30 in D 15 in

Mid Century Modern Chrome and Glass Etagere

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Introduce the timeless elegance of the Mid Century era to your space with this Mid Century Modern

Category

Vintage 1980s American Bookcases

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Modern Chrome and Glass Etagere

H 72.12 in W 45 in D 13.62 in

1960’s Mid-Century teak bookcase by Avalon

By Avalon Yatton

Located in London, GB

A Mid-Century Modern book case by English manufacturer Avalon with 2 sliding doors, one wood and

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

1960’s Mid-Century teak bookcase by Avalon

H 29.53 in W 61.03 in D 33.47 in

Mid-century cabinet/bookcase Ca.1960

Located in Meulebeke, BE

This Mid-century cabinet is made of veneer teak wood, a warm material that exudes natural charm

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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid-century cabinet/bookcase Ca.1960

H 34.26 in W 47.25 in D 12.6 in

Swedish mid century elm open bookcase

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Swedish mid century elm open bookcase circa 1950. Beautiful quality Swedish made open bookcase

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Birch

Swedish mid century elm open bookcase

H 45.25 in W 75 in D 12 in

Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcase Shelving and Cabinet

Located in Nantucket, MA

A Mid-Century Modern combination teak bookcase shelves and cabinet at the lower third. Offset brass

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcase Shelving and Cabinet

H 44 in W 30 in D 15 in

Italian Mid-Century Wood and Leather Shelf

Located in Dallas, TX

Unusual Italian mid-century wood and leather etagere shelf. Circa 1960. Perfect for today's

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Vintage 1960s Bookcases

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Wood and Leather Shelf

H 79 in W 36 in D 12 in

Mid-Century Italian Modern Palisander & Marble Bookcase

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century (1940s) Italian Modern palisander rectangular bookcase featuring 2 centered marble

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Giltwood

Mid-Century Italian Modern Palisander & Marble Bookcase

H 71 in W 108 in D 18 in

Pair Mid-Century Vintage Solid Pine Low Bookcases

Located in Germantown, MD

Pair Mid-Century Vintage hand crafted Solid Pine Low Bookcases. Good vintage condition. Measure

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Pair Mid-Century Vintage Solid Pine Low Bookcases

H 29 in W 30 in D 11 in

Gibbings for Widdicomb Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors Mid Century

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern walnut Widdicomb bookcase with sliding doors.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Gibbings for Widdicomb Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors Mid Century

H 42 in W 48 in D 15 in

Mid Century Wohnbedarf Modular Shelving System

By Wohnbedarf

Located in Bern, CH

Free standing mid century modular shelving system. Constructed form tubular steel elements with

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Wohnbedarf Modular Shelving System

H 56.5 in W 33.08 in D 12.01 in

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase " E22" by Osvaldo Borsani, Italy, 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase " E22" by Osvaldo Borsani, Italy, 1950s

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase " E22" by Osvaldo Borsani, Italy, 1950s

H 137.8 in W 94.49 in D 19.3 in

Mid-Century Bookcase by Gio Ponti for Ariberto Colombo, 1945

By Gio Ponti

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Bookcase by Gio Ponti for Ariberto Colombo, 1945

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Bookcase by Gio Ponti for Ariberto Colombo, 1945

H 70.67 in W 63 in D 13.78 in

DANISH Mid Century Modern ROSEWOOD BOOKCASE, c. 1960's

Located in Weehawken, NJ

Simple + Classic Mid Century Modern ROSEWOOD bookcase, c. 1960's. This stunning piece features

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rosewood

DANISH Mid Century Modern ROSEWOOD BOOKCASE, c. 1960's

H 49.5 in W 39.5 in D 12 in

Unique Czech Ash Mid-Century Bookcase, 1950s, Well Preserved Condition

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Czech mid-century bookcase Material: Ash Original very well preserved condition.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Ash, Wood

Unique Czech Ash Mid-Century Bookcase, 1950s, Well Preserved Condition

H 63 in W 46.07 in D 18.12 in

Mid Century Open Bookcase by Gordon Russell

By Gordon Russell

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

throughout Age: 1970 Style: Mid century Origin : England Material: Rosewood Condition: Excellent

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Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rosewood

Mid Century Open Bookcase by Gordon Russell

H 39.38 in W 42.13 in D 12.6 in

Mid-Century Modern German Wall Unit, Wood, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern German wall unit, wood, 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s German Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern German Wall Unit, Wood, 1970s

H 73.23 in W 70.87 in D 19.3 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Unit, Wood, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Italian wall unit, wood, 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Unit, Wood, 1960s

H 78.75 in W 123.63 in D 17.33 in

Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, Walnut, Italy, 1950s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern wall unit, walnut, Italy, 1950s.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, Walnut, Italy, 1950s

H 48.82 in W 42.92 in D 9.85 in

Unique Czech Mid-Century Bookcase, 1950s, Well Preserved Condition, Walnut

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Czech mid-century bookcase Material: Walnut and glass Original very well preserved condition.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Ash

Unique Czech Mid-Century Bookcase, 1950s, Well Preserved Condition, Walnut

H 61.82 in W 46.46 in D 15.75 in

Mid-Century Bureau Bookcase in Teak from Turnidge, 1960s

By Turnidge Furniture

Located in South Shields, GB

A mid century teak tall record cabinet or bookcase from Turnidge, circa 1960s Featuring two

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Bureau Bookcase in Teak from Turnidge, 1960s

H 63.78 in W 35.83 in D 16.15 in

Mid Century Stacking Barristers Bookcase or Filing Cabinet

Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight

Mid Century Stacking Barristers Bookcase or Filing Cabinet This is a good quality Bookcase, all

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Sapele Wood

Mid Century Stacking Barristers Bookcase or Filing Cabinet

H 48 in W 34 in D 12 in

Mid Century Hale Industries Stackable Walnut and Glass Barrister Bookcase

By Hale

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid Century Hale Industries Stackable Walnut and Glass Barrister Bookcase Measures 34.25" in width

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut, Glass

Mid Century Hale Industries Stackable Walnut and Glass Barrister Bookcase

H 55.5 in W 34.25 in D 13.75 in

Mid Century bookcase cabinet Bramin 160 Sven Ellekär teak shelf

By Sven Ellekaer , Bramin Mobler

Located in Berlin, DE

We are offering a beautiful mid-century teak shelf by Bramin from the 1960s for sale. The design

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Mid Century bookcase cabinet Bramin 160 Sven Ellekär teak shelf

H 63.98 in W 39.38 in D 18.31 in

Italian Mid Century Ceramic Llama

Located in Houston, TX

Italian Mid Century Ceramic Llama. This whimsical Italian mid century ceramic llama sculpture or

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Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Italian Mid Century Ceramic Llama

H 12.25 in W 11.5 in D 5.5 in

American Mid-Century Gold Painted √âtag√®re

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century dark gold painted faux bamboo design etagere shelving unit with 6 glass

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Faux Bamboo

American Mid-Century Gold Painted √âtag√®re

H 74 in W 34 in D 17 in

Mid-Century Teak Bookshelf from McIntosh, 1960s

By A.H. McIntosh Furniture

Located in GNIEZNO, 30

This Mid-Century bookcase in rosewood was produced in Great Britain by Mcintosh in the 1960s. The

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

Mid-Century Teak Bookshelf from McIntosh, 1960s

H 35.04 in W 53.94 in D 10.24 in

Mid Century Modern Mahogany & Maple Three-Section Bookcase 20thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

A set of three Mid Century Modern bookcases offer mahogany construction with open shelves and cut

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany, Maple

Mid Century Modern Mahogany & Maple Three-Section Bookcase 20thC

H 81.75 in W 35.5 in D 13.5 in

Mid century walnut bookcase by František Jirák, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia

By Frantisek Jirak, Jitona

Located in Prague 8, CZ

Mid century Vintage bookcase from the 1960´s. It was designed by František Jirák and was

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Beech

Mid century walnut bookcase by František Jirák, 1960´s, Czechoslovakia

H 61.82 in W 46.46 in D 16.15 in

Mid Century Mixed Metal Sculpture

Located in Houston, TX

Mid Century Mixed Metal Sculpture. Offered is an interesting mid century abstract steel and brass

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Brass, Steel

Mid Century Mixed Metal Sculpture

H 16 in Dm 8.25 in

American Mid-Century brass and walnut etegere

By Paul McCobb

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century brass and walnut etegere / display cabinet with 2 top shelves over a 2-sliding

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass

American Mid-Century brass and walnut etegere

H 50 in W 60 in D 16 in

Mid Century MODERN BOOKCASES / BOOKSHELVES, a Pair

Located in Weehawken, NJ

These small scale Mid Century Modern walnut bookcases circa 1960's offer a generous layout for all

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century MODERN BOOKCASES / BOOKSHELVES, a Pair

H 26 in W 29 in D 8 in

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Pagoda Etagere

By Milo Baughman

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Mid-Century Modern e´tage`re bookcase in the style of Milo Baughman. Brass plated frame supports

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Brass and Glass Pagoda Etagere

H 81.5 in W 30 in D 16 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet with Sliding Glass Doors

By Paul McCobb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice Mid-Century Modern walnut sliding doors cabinet bookcase.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet with Sliding Glass Doors

H 40 in W 16 in D 36 in

Small Mid Century oak bookcase made in England

Located in Leicester, GB

Beautifully made mid-century bookcase in Oak. The vintage freestanding bookcase has a cascading

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Small Mid Century oak bookcase made in England

H 20.08 in W 35.83 in D 10.63 in

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Midcentury Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the midcentury bookcase you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every midcentury bookcase was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a midcentury bookcase, we have 284 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer midcentury bookcase, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A midcentury bookcase is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Neoclassical styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made midcentury bookcase over the years, but those crafted by Paul McCobb, Winchendon Furniture (Planner Group) and Børge Mogensen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Midcentury Bookcase?

Prices for a midcentury bookcase can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $248 and can go as high as $50,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,600.

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.

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