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Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Corner Bookcase or Etagere, Italy 1960s
Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Corner Bookcase or Etagere, Italy 1960s

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Corner Bookcase or Etagere, Italy 1960s

$1,089

H 33.67 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in

Midcentury Bamboo and Rattan Corner Bookcase or Etagere, Italy 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury corner bookcase or etagere in bamboo and rattan with three-levels. Made in Italy in the

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Rare Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Corner Bookcase Console 38"
Rare Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Corner Bookcase Console 38"

Rare Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Corner Bookcase Console 38"

$4,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 38 in W 27 in D 27 in

Rare Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley Dunbar Walnut Corner Bookcase Console 38"

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Dayton, OH

Mid-Century Modern Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture corner bookcase record console. Made of

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Metal

Mid-Cemtury Stained Bamboo Corner Etagere / Bookcase
Mid-Cemtury Stained Bamboo Corner Etagere / Bookcase

Mid-Cemtury Stained Bamboo Corner Etagere / Bookcase

$696Sale Price|30% Off

H 35.5 in W 14 in D 14 in

Mid-Cemtury Stained Bamboo Corner Etagere / Bookcase

Located in Germantown, MD

A Mid-Cemtury Stained hand crafted Bamboo Corner Etagere / Bookcase Measure 29.75" in width, 19.75

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo

Italian Mid-Century Freestanding Corner Bookcase with Desk, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Freestanding Corner Bookcase with Desk, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Freestanding Corner Bookcase with Desk, 1950s

$28,000

H 88.59 in W 80.71 in D 57.09 in

Italian Mid-Century Freestanding Corner Bookcase with Desk, 1950s

By Paolo Buffa, Osvaldo Borsani, Vittorio Dassi

Located in Buccinasco, MI

Exceptional and highly sophisticated Italian mid-century freestanding corner bookcase with

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Mid-Century Modern Corner Bookcase, 1950s
Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Mid-Century Modern Corner Bookcase, 1950s

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Mid-Century Modern Corner Bookcase, 1950s

$1,695

H 30 in W 45.5 in D 35.5 in

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Mid-Century Modern Corner Bookcase, 1950s

By Leslie Diamond, Conant Ball

Located in South Bend, IN

A rare Mid-Century Modern solid birch corner bookcase By Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball USA

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Birch

Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Teak Bookcase Shelving Unit Etagere Mint!
Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Teak Bookcase Shelving Unit Etagere Mint!

Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Teak Bookcase Shelving Unit Etagere Mint!

$1,800

H 77 in W 26 in D 26 in

Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Teak Bookcase Shelving Unit Etagere Mint!

By Dux of Sweden

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner teak bookcase shelving unit Eetagere MINT!

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Mid Century Teak Corner Unit, 1960s
Mid Century Teak Corner Unit, 1960s

Mid Century Teak Corner Unit, 1960s

$819

H 23.63 in W 33.86 in D 38.19 in

Mid Century Teak Corner Unit, 1960s

By Greaves and Thomas

Located in South Shields, GB

A mid century teak corner cabinet possibly by Greaves & Thomas, circa 1960's The corner cabinet

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Early 20th Century Primitive Style Corner Bookcase or Bookshelf
Early 20th Century Primitive Style Corner Bookcase or Bookshelf

Early 20th Century Primitive Style Corner Bookcase or Bookshelf

$1,295

H 65 in W 12 in D 12 in

Early 20th Century Primitive Style Corner Bookcase or Bookshelf

Located in Seattle, WA

Five tiered bookcase with Wood carved details on the sides. Vintage condition consistent with age

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Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Antique Style Corner Bookcase, Fixed Shelves
Antique Style Corner Bookcase, Fixed Shelves

Antique Style Corner Bookcase, Fixed Shelves

$716Sale Price|20% Off

H 50.5 in W 18 in D 13 in

Antique Style Corner Bookcase, Fixed Shelves

Located in Seattle, WA

Antique style corner bookcase. Fixed shelves. Dimensions. 18 W ; 13 D ; 50 1/2 H Top Shelf 10

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Antique Corner Bookcase or Bookshelf UK Import
Antique Corner Bookcase or Bookshelf UK Import

Antique Corner Bookcase or Bookshelf UK Import

$636Sale Price|20% Off

H 30 in W 14 in D 10.5 in

Antique Corner Bookcase or Bookshelf UK Import

Located in Seattle, WA

Antique Corner Bookcase or Bookshelf UK Import Dimensions. 14 W ; 10 1/2 D ; 30 H.

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Vintage 1950s Coastal Rattan Corner Shelf, Three Tier Mid-Century
Vintage 1950s Coastal Rattan Corner Shelf, Three Tier Mid-Century

Vintage 1950s Coastal Rattan Corner Shelf, Three Tier Mid-Century

$1,850

H 47 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in

Vintage 1950s Coastal Rattan Corner Shelf, Three Tier Mid-Century

By Dal Vera, Franco Albini

Located in Delray Beach, FL

beautiful natural variation, emphasizing the craftsmanship and organic texture that define mid-century

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Cane, Rattan

Bamboo Rattan Corner Cupboard Bookcase Attributed to Vivai Del Sud Italy, 1970s
Bamboo Rattan Corner Cupboard Bookcase Attributed to Vivai Del Sud Italy, 1970s

Bamboo Rattan Corner Cupboard Bookcase Attributed to Vivai Del Sud Italy, 1970s

$3,078

H 67.33 in W 35.44 in D 18.12 in

Bamboo Rattan Corner Cupboard Bookcase Attributed to Vivai Del Sud Italy, 1970s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Rome, IT

Corner cupboard and bookcase in bamboo and rattan attributed to Vivai Del Sud, made in Italy in the

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

18th Century Oak Corner Library Cupboard
18th Century Oak Corner Library Cupboard

18th Century Oak Corner Library Cupboard

$53,288

H 89.77 in W 81.89 in D 15.75 in

18th Century Oak Corner Library Cupboard

Located in Vosselaar, BE

This mid-18th century oak corner cupboard originates from the Prebysterie (living quarters of a

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Bookcases

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Oak

Antique Style Corner Bookshelf Fixed Shelves
Antique Style Corner Bookshelf Fixed Shelves

Antique Style Corner Bookshelf Fixed Shelves

$895

H 50.5 in W 18 in D 13 in

Antique Style Corner Bookshelf Fixed Shelves

Located in Seattle, WA

Antique Style Corner Bookshelf. Fixed Shelves. Dimensions. 18 W ; 13 D ; 50 1/2 H Top Shelf 10 1

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Antique American Corner Cabinet with Shelving & Cabinet Storage
Antique American Corner Cabinet with Shelving & Cabinet Storage

Antique American Corner Cabinet with Shelving & Cabinet Storage

$796Sale Price|20% Off

H 72 in W 18.25 in D 12.5 in

Antique American Corner Cabinet with Shelving & Cabinet Storage

Located in Freehold, NJ

This antique corner cabinet features pine construction, vintage blue painted finish, newer chrome

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Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Bookcases

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Pine, Paint

c. 1850 English Mahogany Renaissance Revival Corner Library Cabinet
c. 1850 English Mahogany Renaissance Revival Corner Library Cabinet

c. 1850 English Mahogany Renaissance Revival Corner Library Cabinet

$9,075

H 64 in W 34 in D 41 in

c. 1850 English Mahogany Renaissance Revival Corner Library Cabinet

Located in Dekalb, IL

influences common in mid-19th century English library furniture, with bowed side panels, and stepped molding

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Renaissance Revival Bookcases

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Mahogany

Danish 6-Bay Modular Teak Corner Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
Danish 6-Bay Modular Teak Corner Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.

Danish 6-Bay Modular Teak Corner Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.

$8,052

H 77.96 in W 190.56 in D 15.95 in

Danish 6-Bay Modular Teak Corner Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.

By Cado, Poul Cadovius

Located in Asaa, DK

Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern 6 bay L-shaped shelving system model Royal. This is an original vintage

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s
Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

$1,065

H 48.04 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Amazing mid-century bamboo and Rattan triangular corner bookshelf. Franco Albini inspired the

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker, Cane

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase Shelf, 1970s
Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase Shelf, 1970s

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase Shelf, 1970s

$947

H 27.56 in W 21.26 in D 15.36 in

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase Shelf, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful French Riviera style triangular corner bookshelf made in bamboo, hand.woven rattan and

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Two-Piece Walnut Corner Desk Table Bookcase Hutch
Two-Piece Walnut Corner Desk Table Bookcase Hutch

Two-Piece Walnut Corner Desk Table Bookcase Hutch

$3,200

H 76 in W 34 in D 34 in

Two-Piece Walnut Corner Desk Table Bookcase Hutch

By American of Martinsville

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern walnut two piece corner desk bookcase hutch. Good utilitarian size bookcase

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Vintage 4 Tier Freestanding Corner Whatnot Shelves Bookcase Display Stand
Vintage 4 Tier Freestanding Corner Whatnot Shelves Bookcase Display Stand

Vintage 4 Tier Freestanding Corner Whatnot Shelves Bookcase Display Stand

$239

H 42.33 in W 19.1 in D 13.55 in

Vintage 4 Tier Freestanding Corner Whatnot Shelves Bookcase Display Stand

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Here we have for sale this vintage 4 tier freestanding corner Whatnot bookcase, shelves, display

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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Pine

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Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Corner Dry Bar and Bookcase, circa 1960
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Corner Dry Bar and Bookcase, circa 1960

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Corner Dry Bar and Bookcase, circa 1960

Unavailable

H 30 in W 41 in D 26 in

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Corner Dry Bar and Bookcase, circa 1960

Located in Richmond, VA

Danish Mid-Century Modern corner cabinet dry bar which converts to bookcase. See the photos to

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

Materials

Rosewood

Mid Century MODERN Teak CORNER China or Liquor Cabinet, Made in Denmark. c. 1960
Mid Century MODERN Teak CORNER China or Liquor Cabinet, Made in Denmark. c. 1960

Mid Century MODERN Teak CORNER China or Liquor Cabinet, Made in Denmark. c. 1960

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H 56.5 in W 28.25 in D 17.25 in

Mid Century MODERN Teak CORNER China or Liquor Cabinet, Made in Denmark. c. 1960

Located in Weehawken, NJ

Mid Century Modern Teak corner bookcase / china or liquor cabinet, Made in Denmark, c. 1960's

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Teak

Rare Mid-Century Modern Brass Free Standing Corner Shelf 1970s 380e
Rare Mid-Century Modern Brass Free Standing Corner Shelf 1970s 380e

Rare Mid-Century Modern Brass Free Standing Corner Shelf 1970s 380e

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H 43.71 in W 47.25 in D 35.44 in

Rare Mid-Century Modern Brass Free Standing Corner Shelf 1970s 380e

Located in Budapest, HU

This corner bookshelf features glass wooden and massive brass joints. It's a rare Mid-Century

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Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Bookcases

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Brass

ROSEWOOD Mid Century Modern CORNER Bookcase / China or Liquor Cabinet, Denmark
ROSEWOOD Mid Century Modern CORNER Bookcase / China or Liquor Cabinet, Denmark

ROSEWOOD Mid Century Modern CORNER Bookcase / China or Liquor Cabinet, Denmark

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H 48 in W 33 in D 22 in

ROSEWOOD Mid Century Modern CORNER Bookcase / China or Liquor Cabinet, Denmark

Located in Weehawken, NJ

Elegant Mid Century Modern rosewood corner cabinet, crafted in Denmark by Aulum Mobelfabrik, circa

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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Rosewood

Custom Made Corner Sofa Bookcase by Vintage On Point
Custom Made Corner Sofa Bookcase by Vintage On Point

Custom Made Corner Sofa Bookcase by Vintage On Point

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H 27 in W 59 in D 33.5 in

Custom Made Corner Sofa Bookcase by Vintage On Point

Located in Los Angeles, CA

with solid and veneer wood elements. This bookcase can be custom made to your choice of dimensions

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Furniture

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Hardwood

Pair of Corner Walnut Cabinets or Bookcases, Mid-20th Century
Pair of Corner Walnut Cabinets or Bookcases, Mid-20th Century

Pair of Corner Walnut Cabinets or Bookcases, Mid-20th Century

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H 89 in W 58 in D 29.5 in

Pair of Corner Walnut Cabinets or Bookcases, Mid-20th Century

Located in Savannah, GA

Mid-20th century pair of corner walnut cabinets or bookcases with three display shelves and storage

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Mid-20th Century American Corner Cupboards

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Corner Bookcase by Heywood Wakefield
Mid Century Modern Corner Bookcase by Heywood Wakefield

Mid Century Modern Corner Bookcase by Heywood Wakefield

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H 33 in W 28 in D 28 in

Mid Century Modern Corner Bookcase by Heywood Wakefield

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Freehold, NJ

This mid century modern corner shelf by Heywood Wakefield features hardwood construction, original

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Birch, Maple

Mid-Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Champagne Corner Bookcase
Mid-Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Champagne Corner Bookcase

Mid-Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Champagne Corner Bookcase

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H 32.5 in W 39.5 in D 11 in

Mid-Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Champagne Corner Bookcase

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Wilmington, DE

What a find. Offered is a corner bookcase in a champagne finish with two adjustable shelves by

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Birch

Italian Mid-Century Self-Standing Corner Bookcase with Desk by Borsani, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Self-Standing Corner Bookcase with Desk by Borsani, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Self-Standing Corner Bookcase with Desk by Borsani, 1950s

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H 88.59 in W 80.71 in D 57.09 in

Italian Mid-Century Self-Standing Corner Bookcase with Desk by Borsani, 1950s

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Amazing Italian corner Bookcase with Desk, produced in the 1950s and very well designed, probably

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Stained Glass, Wood

Heywood Wakefield Corner Bookcase C3971
Heywood Wakefield Corner Bookcase C3971

Heywood Wakefield Corner Bookcase C3971

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H 32.5 in W 28 in D 28 in

Heywood Wakefield Corner Bookcase C3971

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in New Windsor, NY

Heywood Wakefield corner bookcase in Wheat finish. C3971. Solid Maple construction. Very good

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Maple

Pair of Mahogany Demi Lune Corner Cabinets, Bookcases / Vitrines, Circa 1940
Pair of Mahogany Demi Lune Corner Cabinets, Bookcases / Vitrines, Circa 1940

Pair of Mahogany Demi Lune Corner Cabinets, Bookcases / Vitrines, Circa 1940

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H 73 in W 38 in D 26 in

Pair of Mahogany Demi Lune Corner Cabinets, Bookcases / Vitrines, Circa 1940

Located in Manhasset, NY

Pair of Mahogany Demi Lune Corner Cabinets, Bookcases / Vitrines, Circa 1940 Each having a deep

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Mid-20th Century American Georgian Corner Cupboards

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Glass, Mahogany

Mid Century Teak Corner Unit, 1960s
Mid Century Teak Corner Unit, 1960s

Mid Century Teak Corner Unit, 1960s

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H 19.69 in W 34.26 in D 38.19 in

Mid Century Teak Corner Unit, 1960s

By Greaves and Thomas

Located in South Shields, GB

A mid century teak corner cabinet possibly by Greaves & Thomas, circa 1960s The corner cabinet

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Campaign Style Corner Bookcase Wall Unit by Drexel Heritage Accolade Collection
Campaign Style Corner Bookcase Wall Unit by Drexel Heritage Accolade Collection

Campaign Style Corner Bookcase Wall Unit by Drexel Heritage Accolade Collection

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H 79.75 in W 19.25 in L 79.75 in

Campaign Style Corner Bookcase Wall Unit by Drexel Heritage Accolade Collection

By Drexel

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Solid wood Campaign style corner cabinet curio bookshelf made by esteemed US furniture maker Drexel

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Teak Corner Shelving Unit, 1960s
Mid Century Teak Corner Shelving Unit, 1960s

Mid Century Teak Corner Shelving Unit, 1960s

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H 72.05 in W 38.19 in D 29.93 in

Mid Century Teak Corner Shelving Unit, 1960s

By Herbert Gibbs

Located in South Shields, GB

A large teak corner shelving unit from Herbert Gibbs, circa 1960s. The bottom shelf is removable

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Corner Desk and Bookcase
Scandinavian Modern Teak Corner Desk and Bookcase

Scandinavian Modern Teak Corner Desk and Bookcase

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H 78 in W 32 in D 32 in

Scandinavian Modern Teak Corner Desk and Bookcase

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This Scandinavian Modern corner desk has four open teak shelves over a desk with one drawer. Both

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Teak 2-Piece Corner Unit Bookcase from Greaves and Thomas, 1960s
Teak 2-Piece Corner Unit Bookcase from Greaves and Thomas, 1960s

Teak 2-Piece Corner Unit Bookcase from Greaves and Thomas, 1960s

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H 29.14 in W 70.48 in D 30.32 in

Teak 2-Piece Corner Unit Bookcase from Greaves and Thomas, 1960s

By Greaves and Thomas

Located in South Shields, GB

A mid century two piece teak corner cabinet and bookcase from Greaves & Thomas, circa 1960s The

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Stunning Vintage circa 1950s Solid English Pine Corner Bookcase Ornately Carved
Stunning Vintage circa 1950s Solid English Pine Corner Bookcase Ornately Carved

Stunning Vintage circa 1950s Solid English Pine Corner Bookcase Ornately Carved

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H 53.94 in W 57.29 in D 11.03 in

Stunning Vintage circa 1950s Solid English Pine Corner Bookcase Ornately Carved

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1950s solid English pine corner bookcase A

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Solid Birch Two-Piece Corner Bookcase, 1950s
Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Solid Birch Two-Piece Corner Bookcase, 1950s

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Solid Birch Two-Piece Corner Bookcase, 1950s

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H 30 in W 68.5 in D 32.15 in

Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Solid Birch Two-Piece Corner Bookcase, 1950s

By Conant Ball, Leslie Diamond

Located in South Bend, IN

A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern solid birch two-piece corner bookcase By Leslie Diamond

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Birch

Corner Storage Unit Wood Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1960s
Corner Storage Unit Wood Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1960s

Corner Storage Unit Wood Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1960s

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H 112.21 in W 67.33 in D 16.93 in

Corner Storage Unit Wood Veneer Vintage, Italy, 1960s

Located in Milano, IT

Corner storage unit, wood veneer, silk-screen printing. Manufactured in Italy, 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s
Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

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H 46.46 in W 18.12 in D 13 in

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Beautiful mid-century triangular corner bookshelf made in bamboo, rattan and wicker. This lovely

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Italian Mid-Century Modern Triangular Mini Corner Bookcase, 1970s
Italian Mid-Century Modern Triangular Mini Corner Bookcase, 1970s

Italian Mid-Century Modern Triangular Mini Corner Bookcase, 1970s

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H 29.53 in W 22.05 in D 11.03 in

Italian Mid-Century Modern Triangular Mini Corner Bookcase, 1970s

Located in MIlano, IT

Triangular mini corner bookcase, 1970s Fantastic and very useful triangular corner bookcase, with

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design Corner Cabinet Bookcase or Stereo Cabinet
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design Corner Cabinet Bookcase or Stereo Cabinet

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design Corner Cabinet Bookcase or Stereo Cabinet

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H 79.5 in W 33.5 in D 21.7 in

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Design Corner Cabinet Bookcase or Stereo Cabinet

Located in Lisse, NL

remain spacious and the color also keeps it 'fresh' and a joy to look at. This rare Mid-Century corner

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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Two Tear Walnut Corner Shelf Bookcase
Two Tear Walnut Corner Shelf Bookcase

Two Tear Walnut Corner Shelf Bookcase

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H 27 in W 17 in D 12 in

Two Tear Walnut Corner Shelf Bookcase

By Herman Miller

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco decor two tears bookcase or shelf.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

20th Century Dark-Brown Danish Beechwood Bookcase, Scandinavian Corner Cupboard
20th Century Dark-Brown Danish Beechwood Bookcase, Scandinavian Corner Cupboard

20th Century Dark-Brown Danish Beechwood Bookcase, Scandinavian Corner Cupboard

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H 46.5 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in

20th Century Dark-Brown Danish Beechwood Bookcase, Scandinavian Corner Cupboard

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A dark-brown, small vintage Mid-Century Modern Danish swivel bookcase with brass nailheads made of

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Corner Sectional Barrister Bookcase, Replica by Studio Globe Wernicke
Large Corner Sectional Barrister Bookcase, Replica by Studio Globe Wernicke

Large Corner Sectional Barrister Bookcase, Replica by Studio Globe Wernicke

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H 94.49 in W 98.43 in D 14.57 in

Large Corner Sectional Barrister Bookcase, Replica by Studio Globe Wernicke

Located in Wrocław, Poland

Rare barrister bookcase in big corner set. The piece features 6 columns of stacking bookcases of

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair of Vintage Art Deco Style Corner Shelves
Pair of Vintage Art Deco Style Corner Shelves

Pair of Vintage Art Deco Style Corner Shelves

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H 30.25 in W 19.25 in D 14 in

Pair of Vintage Art Deco Style Corner Shelves

By Art Decor

Located in Pasadena, TX

A pair of vintage midcentury corner shelves. These two-tiered shelves are finely crafted out of oak

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Bookcases

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Oak

Kay Leroy Ruggles Umbo Corner Shelving Unit, Directional, Ivory Cream, 1972
Kay Leroy Ruggles Umbo Corner Shelving Unit, Directional, Ivory Cream, 1972

Kay Leroy Ruggles Umbo Corner Shelving Unit, Directional, Ivory Cream, 1972

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H 89 in W 87 in D 54 in

Kay Leroy Ruggles Umbo Corner Shelving Unit, Directional, Ivory Cream, 1972

By Kay Leroy Ruggles, Directional

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Kay Leroy Ruggles Umbo corner shelving unit, directional, ivory cream, 1972 UMBO was published in

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Plastic

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s
Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

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H 48.04 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Amazing mid-century bamboo and Rattan triangular corner bookcase. Franco Albini inspired the design

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s
Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

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H 31.5 in W 11.42 in D 20.48 in

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

By Franco Albini

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous mid-century bamboo and Rattan triangular corner bookshelf. Franco Albini inspired the

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood

Mid-Century Italian Triangular Brass and Glass Corner Shelf Bookcase, 1970s
Mid-Century Italian Triangular Brass and Glass Corner Shelf Bookcase, 1970s

Mid-Century Italian Triangular Brass and Glass Corner Shelf Bookcase, 1970s

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H 29.14 in W 18.51 in D 9.06 in

Mid-Century Italian Triangular Brass and Glass Corner Shelf Bookcase, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous Italian corner shelf in solid brass with three triangular shelves. This elegant corner

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase Shelves, 1970s
Midcentury Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase Shelves, 1970s

Midcentury Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase Shelves, 1970s

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H 47.25 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in

Midcentury Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase Shelves, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Amazing midcentury triangular bamboo and rattan corner bookcase shelves. Franco Albini inspired the

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

DANISH Mid Century Modern TEAK CORNER Bookcase / China Cabinet by Skovby
DANISH Mid Century Modern TEAK CORNER Bookcase / China Cabinet by Skovby

DANISH Mid Century Modern TEAK CORNER Bookcase / China Cabinet by Skovby

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DANISH Mid Century Modern TEAK CORNER Bookcase / China Cabinet by Skovby

By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1

Located in Weehawken, NJ

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ROSEWOOD Mid Century Modern CORNER Bookcase / China or Liquor Cabinet, c. 1960s
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Mid Century Modern Rosewood corner bookcase / china or liquor cabinet, Made in Denmark, c. 1960's

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Corner Cupboards

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Mid-Century Heywood-Wakefield Corner Bookcase or Cabinet

Mid-Century Heywood-Wakefield Corner Bookcase or Cabinet

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Mid-Century Heywood-Wakefield Corner Bookcase or Cabinet

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Antique French mahogany corner cabinet or bookcase Louis Philippe.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Corner Cupboards

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Italian Midcentury Wall Unit with Corner, 1960s

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Italian Midcentury Wall Unit with Corner, 1960s

Located in Savona, IT

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Midcentury Wooden Italian Wall Unit with Corner, 1950s

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Located in Savona, IT

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Model Aedes Wall Unit with Corner by Amma, 1950s
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Model Aedes Wall Unit with Corner by Amma, 1950s

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Located in Savona, IT

Aedes model wall unit produced by Amma between the 1950s and 1960s. Uprights in black painted metal tube. Height-adjustable brass front feet. Shelves and storage units in teak vene...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Italian Corner Wall Unit by AV Arredamenti Contemporanei, 1960s

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Located in Savona, IT

Well executed Library from the 1960s produced by AV Arredamenti Contemporanei. Wooden uprights with base in black lacquered metal, adjustable feet and housing screws in brass Venee...

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Mid Century Corner Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal mid century corner bookcase for your home. Each mid century corner bookcase for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, bamboo and natural fiber. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century corner bookcase — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A mid century corner bookcase made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. Directional and Kay Leroy Ruggles each produced at least one beautiful mid century corner bookcase that is worth considering.

How Much is a Mid Century Corner Bookcase?

Prices for a mid century corner bookcase start at $335 and top out at $45,703 with the average selling for $2,641.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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