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Pair HANGING Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Floating Dressers Console Cabinets
By George Nelson, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair HANGING Walnut Mid-Century Danish Modern Dressers Floating Console Cabinets MINT! Featuring
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Danish Rosewood Wall Mounted Cabinet or Floating Shelf
By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage Mid-Century Modern Hansen & Guldborg wall-mounted cabinet, floating shelf or media
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

Gorgeous Pace Collection Floating Wall-Mounted Console Shelf, Mid-Century Modern
By Pace Collection
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous Pace Collection floating architectural wall-mounted console table. The simple design
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

Paul McCobb Wall-Mounted Floating Console
By Paul McCobb
Located in Culver City, CA
Introducing an extraordinary mid-century wall-mounted floating three-tier console, a sought-after
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Steel, Cut Steel

Beautiful 1960´s Danish floating wall shelf in teak
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A minimalistic functional 1960´s Danish floating wall shelf in teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Paul Evans Cityscape Floating Shelf or Console Table Glass & Chrome
By Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible design, a cityscape wall shelf designed by Paul Evans in the 1970's. The set features
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

Mid Century Paul Evans Cityscape Floating Shelf or Console Table Chrome & Brass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible design, a cityscape wall shelf designed by Paul Evans in the 1970's. The set features
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Midcentury Danish Modern Pedersen & Hansen Teak Wood Floating Wall Shelf
By Pedersen & Hansen
Located in Savannah, GA
This handsome Pedersen & Hansen teak floating modernist wall shelf is from the Mid-20th Century and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Floating Wenge Banz Board Single Cabinet
By Banz bord
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century floating cabinet by Banz Board. Wenge with white laminate door and interior in original
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Laminate, Wenge

Mid-Century Modern Floating Wall-Mounted Credenza
By Jens Risom
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern wall-mount cabinet with black marble top and rich rosewood grain. Four storage
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Marble

Floating Wall Shelve designed by Walter Wirtz for Wilhelm Renz, Germany, 1960s
By Wilhelm Renz, Walter Wirz
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful teak floating wall unit designed by Walter Wirtz for Wilhelm Renz, Germany, 1960s. Very
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Large Floating Teak Wall Mounted Shelf by Walter Wirtz for Wilhelm Renz, 1960s
By Wilhelm Renz, Walter Wirtz
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful floating wall unit designed by Walter Wirtz for Wilhelm Renz, Germany, 1960s. Very good
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Noviembre XVIII Wall Shelf in Burned Oak Wood, Floating Shelf by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Noviembre XVIII Wall Shelf in Burned Oak Wood, Floating Shelf by Joel Escalona The Noviembre
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Wood, Hardwood

Baughman Style Chrome Floating Bar Cabinets Credenza Mid-Century Modern Founders
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful set of four Milo Baughman style chrome mirror clad floating cabinets by Founders. Two
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern 3 Piece Walnut Chrome Tobocman Wall Hanging Floating Credenza
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A gorgeous 3 piece walnut and chrome Tobocman hanging/floating credenza set. This stunning wall
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Founders Chrome & Walnut Etagere
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Founders Chrome & Walnut Etagere. Featuring a straight
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Chrome

WHB Three-Bay Floating Shelving System in black, Germany, 1960s
By WHB furniture
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Floating shelving system by WHB, designed and produced in Germany in the 1960s. Metal and black
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Rectangular Floating Shelf and One Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble, Sereno
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
. The Sereno Collection features a variety of floating wall shelves, bookcases, and sideboards that
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Mid Century George Nakashima Style Wall Mounted floating sliding door Credenza
By George Nakashima Studio
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid Century George Nakashima Style Wall Mounted floating credenza or shelf with 2 grass cloth front
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Danish Teak Floating Wall Unit by Hansen Guldborg
By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler
Located in San Antonio, TX
This is a handsome example of Hansen & Guldborg s craftsmanship. This particular unit has hinged top along with pair of door fronts, perfect as media unit. Inside there is is shelf o...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood, Teak

Large Rectangular Floating Shelf and One Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble, Sereno
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Collection features a variety of floating wall shelves, bookcases, and sideboards that embody tranquility
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Large Rectangular Floating Shelf and One Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble, Sereno
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
tranquility. The Sereno Collection features a variety of floating wall shelves, bookcases, and sideboards
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Individual Floating Shelf with One Sculptural Wooden Pebble, Sereno by Nono
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Collection features a variety of floating wall shelves, bookcases, and sideboards that embody tranquility
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

4 Floating Shelves with 6 Sculptural Wooden Pebbles, Sereno by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Collection features a variety of floating wall shelves, bookcases, and sideboards that embody tranquility
Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Rectangular Floating Shelf and One Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble Sereno by Nono
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Sereno Collection features a variety of floating wall shelves, bookcases, and sideboards that embody
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Two Floating Shelves with One Sculptural Wooden Pebble, Sereno by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Sereno Collection features a variety of floating wall shelves, bookcases, and sideboards that embody
Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

3 Floating Shelves with 3 Sculptural Wooden Pebble Accents, Sereno by Nono
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Collection features a variety of floating wall shelves, bookcases, and sideboards that embody tranquility
Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

2 Large Floating Shelves with 2 Sculptural Wooden Pebble Sereno by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
tranquility. The Sereno Collection features a variety of floating wall shelves, bookcases, and sideboards
Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

2 Large Floating Shelves with 3 Sculptural Wooden Pebble Sereno by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
tranquility. The Sereno Collection features a variety of floating wall shelves, bookcases, and sideboards
Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Italian Mid-Century Pair of Floating Wall Teakwood Console by Moscatelli, 1960s
By G. Moscatelli
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Stunning pair of Italian floating wall teakwood console, with drawers and glass shelves, attributed
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Iron

Danish Teak Floating Wall Shelves/Nightstands - Pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of single-drawer floating nightstands or wall shelves, with black painted tops and brass
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Mid-20th Century Danish Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Floating Shelves Cado Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A modular wall unit designed by Poul Cadovius and produced in the 1960's. It features all teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Wall Mounted Sideboard Designed by Erik Wørts for Wørts, Denmark, 1950s
By Erik Wørts
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wall mounted sideboard designed by Erik Wørts for Wørts, Denmark, 1950s. Brazilian rosewood
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rosewood

90 Piece Pega Wall System by Juul Christensen, Customizable
By Ib Juul Christensen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
floor credenza, 1 doublewide floating credenza, and 20 wall rails. The cabinets and shelves are easily
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Custom Polished Steel and Frosted Lucite Illuminated Floating Shelf
By Brueton, Paul Evans, Pace Collection
Located in Miami, FL
Custom polished steel floating wall console or shelf with frosted lucite top circa 1970s. A welded
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century G Plan Teak Sideboard Small Cabinet
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Torquay, GB
Mid-century G Plan teak sideboard. Can be used as a floating cabinet with the option of securing it
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century G Plan Teak Sideboard Small Cabinet
Mid-Century G Plan Teak Sideboard Small Cabinet
H 22.05 in W 53.15 in D 16.54 in
Lovely Pair of Floating Aluminum and Glass Shelves Etagere Mid-century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of chunky aluminum and glass floating shelves-etageres. These are hung directly on the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Paul Evans Cityscape Floating Shelf or Console Table Glass & Brass
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible design, a cityscape wall shelf designed by Paul Evans in the 1970's. The set features
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Floating wall unit by Banz Bord, The Netherlands, 1970's
By Banz bord
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Floating wall unit in teak by Banz Bord, Holland. The wall unit is photographed on the floor. The
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Milo Baughman Style Large Chrome and Glass Floating Etagere Shelving Wall Unit
By Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
Elevate your home decor with this stunning Milo Baughman Style Large Chrome and Glass Floating
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Mid-20th Century Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Walnut Floating Shelving Unit Still Life Floating Shelf
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
This Floating Shelving Unit offers a new and modern take on Mid-century wall storage. Defined by
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Rare Floating Teak Shelf by Aksel Kjersgaard / 1960's Mid Century Danish Design.
By Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Buffalo, NY
Rare Floating Teak Shelf by Aksel Kjersgaard / 1960's Mid Century Danish Design. Incredibly lovely
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Rare Harold M. Schwartz for Romweber Burled Sideboard with Floating Cabinet
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in Chicago, IL
upper and lower surfaces. Cabinet can mount to wall, or stand independently on gold metal legs. Three
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Set of 5 Kartell Inspired White Floating Molded Acrylic Wall Shelves
By Kartell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 5 molded, mid century, plastic floating wall shelves, 2 small (1 bright white, 1 off white
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Plastic

Dark Stained Oak Floating Shelving Unit Still Life Floating Shelf
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
This Floating Shelving Unit offers a new and modern take on Mid-century wall storage. Defined by
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Ate Van Apeldoorn Pine Coffee Table Box Shelves
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, 1970's, Mid-century Ate van Apeldoorn designed floating pine wall mount shelf with well
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Dains Teak Wooden Hallway Set Mirror with Floating Dresser, 1960
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
unique set for on the wall. Sleek Danish teak mirror with special raised edge & stylish floating wall
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Wood, Mirror

Dains Teak Wooden Hallway Set Mirror with Floating Dresser, 1960
Dains Teak Wooden Hallway Set Mirror with Floating Dresser, 1960
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H 37.8 in W 18.12 in D 11.82 in
danish modern wall mounted floating SHELF with drawer solid teak borge mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Mannheim, DE
Danish modern console for wall mounting, solid teak, 1960s. Design Borge Mogensen for Soeborg
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Curved Rattan Shelf
Located in Oxford, GB
Indulge your space with the unique aesthetic of this Pencil Reed Rattan Curved Floating Shelf
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Rattan

Curved Rattan Shelf
Curved Rattan Shelf
H 2.17 in W 18.9 in D 7.49 in
De Coene 'Madison' Wall-Mounted Cabinet
By De Coene Frères
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Coene Frères, wall-mounted bar cabinet model 'Madison', walnut, Belgium, 1958. Floating wall
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Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Walnut

De Coene 'Madison' Wall-Mounted Cabinet
De Coene 'Madison' Wall-Mounted Cabinet
H 49.61 in W 38.98 in D 13 in
Large Sculptural Wooden Pebble Accent, Sereno by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
floating wall shelves, bookcases, and sideboards that embody tranquility because each design piece doesn't
Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Mid Century Modern Vintage Freestanding Wall Unit Desk in Walnut, circa 1960s
Located in Troy, MI
Vintage Mid Century Modern Freestanding Wall Unit Desk Great modernist secretary wall unit circa
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Wall Mounted Sideboard by Philippon and Lecoq for Bofinger, 1950s
By Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline le Coq, Bofinger
Located in Brugge, BE
Jacqueline Lecoq is a striking example of mid-century modern design innovation. This exquisite piece
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Danish Vintage Teak Ps System Wall Unit By Preben Sørensen, 1960s
By Preben Sorensen
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
hung on metal pins inserted into holes along the rails. This extremely popular mid century wall
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Founders Chrome & Walnut Etagere Bar Wall Unit Shelving
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Mid-Century Modern Founders Chrome & Walnut Etagere. Featuring a straight line design, floating
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Chrome

German Mid-Century Wall Unit in Teak by Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz, 1960
By Wilhelm Renz, Walter Wirz
Located in München, Bavaria
appears very light, almost as if floating on the wall. Nice condition with only minor traces of use
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Teak

German Mid-Century Wall Unit in Teak by Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz, 1960
By Wilhelm Renz, Walter Wirz
Located in München, Bavaria
spacers the shelf appears very light, almost as if floating on the wall. Nice condition with with a few
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vitrines

Materials

Teak

Milo Baughman Style Henredon Scene Two Burl Wood Bar Display Cabinet Wall Unit
By Henredon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Three-part lighted China, cabinet or bar from the scene two collection by Henredon. This stunning
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Burl, Glass

Floating Burlwood Buffet or Credenza by Janet Schweitzer for Pace Collection
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Floating Burlwood Buffet or Credenza by Janet Schweitzer for Pace Collection, ca. 1970. Beautiful
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Burl

Brazilian Modern Floating Sideboard in Hardwood, Giuseppe Scapinelli, c. 1950
By Giuseppe Scapinelli
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this absolutely ONE-OF-A-KIND Brazilian Modern Floating Sideboard in Hardwood and
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

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Midcentury Floating Wall Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic midcentury floating wall cabinet available at 1stDibs. A midcentury floating wall cabinet — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the midcentury floating wall cabinet you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A midcentury floating wall cabinet, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one midcentury floating wall cabinet that is appealing in its simplicity, but Poul Cadovius, Dunbar and Edward Wormley produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Midcentury Floating Wall Cabinet?

A midcentury floating wall cabinet can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,956, while the lowest priced sells for $204 and the highest can go for as much as $14,000.

A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture

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 legendary 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.

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.

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.