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Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 70 design Bruno Rainaldi - Black
Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 70 design Bruno Rainaldi - Black

Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 70 design Bruno Rainaldi - Black

By Opinion Ciatti, Bruno Rainaldi

Located in Alcamo, IT

Capacity: Approx. 35 books Maximum load per shelf: 2 kg Type: Wall-mounted vertical bookcase in steel Infinitely modular Finishes: Column and shelves: Matte black lacquer Dimensi...

Category

2010s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 70 design Bruno Rainaldi - White
Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 70 design Bruno Rainaldi - White

Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 70 design Bruno Rainaldi - White

By Opinion Ciatti, Bruno Rainaldi

Located in Alcamo, IT

Capacity: Approx. 35 books Maximum load per shelf: 2 kg Type: Wall-mounted vertical bookcase in steel Infinitely modular Finishes: Column and shelves: Glossy white lacquer RAL 900...

Category

2010s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Italian Wall Unit, 1960s
Italian Wall Unit, 1960s

Italian Wall Unit, 1960s

$5,326

H 88.19 in W 109.45 in D 16.15 in

Italian Wall Unit, 1960s

Located in bruxelles, BE

Modular wall unit with 5 shelves, 1 box with two sliding doors and 3 drawers, and 1 box with two sliding doors and another door.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

751 coffee table by Ico Parisi per Cassina
751 coffee table by Ico Parisi per Cassina

751 coffee table by Ico Parisi per Cassina

$1,711

H 39.38 in W 39.38 in D 11.82 in

751 coffee table by Ico Parisi per Cassina

By Ico Parisi, Cassina

Located in Milano, IT

Details: Origin: Italy Period: 1960s Materials: Solid teak (uprights), teak and Formica (shelves and cabinets) Configuration: Modular wall-mounted system with adjustable shelves ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 210 design Bruno Rainaldi - White
Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 210 design Bruno Rainaldi - White

Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 210 design Bruno Rainaldi - White

By Opinion Ciatti, Bruno Rainaldi

Located in Alcamo, IT

Capacity: Approx. 95 books Maximum load per shelf: 2 kg Type: Wall-mounted vertical bookcase in steel Infinitely modular Finishes: Column and shelves: Glossy white lacquer RAL 900...

Category

2010s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 210 design Bruno Rainaldi - Black
Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 210 design Bruno Rainaldi - Black

Wall bookcase Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Wall 210 design Bruno Rainaldi - Black

By Opinion Ciatti, Bruno Rainaldi

Located in Alcamo, IT

Capacity: Approx. 95 books Maximum load per shelf: 2 kg Type: Wall-mounted vertical bookcase in steel Infinitely modular Finishes: Column and shelves: Matte black lacquer Dimensi...

Category

2010s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Italian Wall Unit in Walnut with Blue Accents
Mid-Century Italian Wall Unit in Walnut with Blue Accents

Mid-Century Italian Wall Unit in Walnut with Blue Accents

$19,700

H 134.65 in W 57.49 in D 19.69 in

Mid-Century Italian Wall Unit in Walnut with Blue Accents

Located in Waalwijk, NL

The composition features a stately vertical rhythm, with tall ladder-like uprights supporting a series of modular cabinets and shelves. The central section features compartments with...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Walnut

Elm Cabinet by Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen
Elm Cabinet by Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen

Elm Cabinet by Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen

$9,500

H 30 in W 30 in D 14.25 in

Elm Cabinet by Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen

Located in Sagaponack, NY

An elm cabinet with internal storage shelves. Modular top shelf sold separately.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Vintage 1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller
Vintage 1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller

Vintage 1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller

By George Nelson

Located in LYON, FR

1220 Action Office George Nelson bookcase for Herman Miller Rare 1220 model bookcase by George Nelson for Herman Miller from the Action Office series. These shelves are modular, wi...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century Italian Grand Wall Unit in Walnut with Blue Accents
Mid-Century Italian Grand Wall Unit in Walnut with Blue Accents

Mid-Century Italian Grand Wall Unit in Walnut with Blue Accents

Located in Waalwijk, NL

The composition features a stately vertical rhythm, with tall ladder-like uprights supporting a series of modular cabinets and shelves. The upper section reveals glass-fronted compar...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Walnut

Italian Coat Rak - 1980s
Italian Coat Rak - 1980s

Italian Coat Rak - 1980s

$1,775 / item

H 78.75 in W 25.6 in D 16.93 in

Italian Coat Rak - 1980s

Located in Uccle, Bruxelles

Each part of the rack is modular. You can place the shelves and hooks anywhere on the structure.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coat Racks and Stands

Materials

Metal

Poul Cadovius 4 "Royal System" Columns in Teak, 1970
Poul Cadovius 4 "Royal System" Columns in Teak, 1970

Poul Cadovius 4 "Royal System" Columns in Teak, 1970

$8,407Sale Price|25% Off

H 79.53 in W 125.99 in D 15.75 in

Poul Cadovius 4 "Royal System" Columns in Teak, 1970

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Paris, FR

Dimensions of the elements : - 2 modules with sliding doors: D.40 x H.43 x W.80 cm - 1 module with flaps and drawers : D.40 x H.43 x W.80 cm - 1 storage module for vinyl : D.40 ...

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

"Triennale" bookcase by Lips Vago, painted metal, Italy 1954
"Triennale" bookcase by Lips Vago, painted metal, Italy 1954

"Triennale" bookcase by Lips Vago, painted metal, Italy 1954

By Lips Vago

Located in Argelato, BO

The bookcase is an extraordinary example of modular and assembleable furniture, the shelves can be mounted as desired and according to the desired height, in order to adapt to the cu...

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Iron

21st Century Modern Steel White Bookshelves Wave Made in Italy
21st Century Modern Steel White Bookshelves Wave Made in Italy

21st Century Modern Steel White Bookshelves Wave Made in Italy

$1,238 / item

H 35.44 in W 22.84 in D 14.18 in

21st Century Modern Steel White Bookshelves Wave Made in Italy

By Favaretto & Partners

Located in Sant'Elena, IT

The Wave series is the result of a gesture, a natural movement that gives birth to sinuous and minimal forms without neglecting the functionality of the object. It consists of wall s...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

21st Century Modern Steel White Bookshelves Wave Made in Italy
21st Century Modern Steel White Bookshelves Wave Made in Italy

21st Century Modern Steel White Bookshelves Wave Made in Italy

$1,614 / item

H 47.25 in W 22.84 in D 14.18 in

21st Century Modern Steel White Bookshelves Wave Made in Italy

By Favaretto & Partners

Located in Sant'Elena, IT

The Wave series is the result of a gesture, a natural movement that gives birth to sinuous and minimal forms without neglecting the functionality of the object. It consists of wall s...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

21st Century Modern Steel White Coffee Table Wave Made in Italy
21st Century Modern Steel White Coffee Table Wave Made in Italy

21st Century Modern Steel White Coffee Table Wave Made in Italy

$486 / item

H 15.75 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in

21st Century Modern Steel White Coffee Table Wave Made in Italy

By Favaretto & Partners

Located in Sant'Elena, IT

The Wave series is the result of a gesture, a natural movement that gives birth to sinuous and minimal forms without neglecting the functionality of the object. It consists of wall s...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Rosewood floating Nightstand/console by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 50s, Rare
Rosewood floating Nightstand/console by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 50s, Rare

Rosewood floating Nightstand/console by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 50s, Rare

By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard

Located in Forest, BE

Kristiansen's collaboration with Magnus Olesen will lead to the creation of the refined and sculptural No. 121 Lounge Chair, and its modular system of shelves FM Reolsystem Wall Unit...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Michael Coffey, "Jacob's Ladder, " Modular Bookscase, United States, 1973
Michael Coffey, "Jacob's Ladder, " Modular Bookscase, United States, 1973

Michael Coffey, "Jacob's Ladder, " Modular Bookscase, United States, 1973

By Michael Coffey

Located in New York, NY

A black walnut etagere with four adjustable shelves, finished to a satin sheen. First created in Massachusetts by master craftsman Michael Coffey, and fabricated by the artist in 201...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Michael Coffey, "Jacob's Ladder, " Modular Bookcase, United States, 1973
Michael Coffey, "Jacob's Ladder, " Modular Bookcase, United States, 1973

Michael Coffey, "Jacob's Ladder, " Modular Bookcase, United States, 1973

By Michael Coffey

Located in New York, NY

A black walnut étagère with four adjustable shelves, finished to a satin sheen. First created in Massachusetts by master craftsman Michael Coffey, and fabricated by the artist in 201...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Shelves

Materials

Walnut

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Modular Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of modular shelves available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, all modular shelves available were constructed with great care. There are 232 antique and vintage modular shelves for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 22 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of modular shelves available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of modular shelves to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern modular shelves are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made modular shelves over the years, but those made by String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning and Poul Cadovius are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Modular Shelves?

Prices for modular shelves can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, modular shelves begin at $188 and can go as high as $48,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,932.

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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