Mid century elm low open bookcase by Ferdinand Lundquist
By Ferdinand Lundquist
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century elm low open bookcase by Ferdinand Lundquist circa 1950. Very good quality sideboard/low open bookcase by Swedish designer ferdinand lundquist. Made in elm, with an unu...
Elm
Carved Oak Open Bookcase. The bookcase is good quality
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Carved Oak Open Bookcase. The bookcase is good quality, with attractive carving on the front The bookcase is in good original condition and the shelves are adjustable This excellen...
Oak
Antique Italian Rococo Revival Vitrine Cabinet with Curved Glass
Located in BŘECLAV, CZ
Two drawers offer additional storage, while the cabinet doors open to reveal further interior shelving.
Glass, Wood
$3,830 / item
H 59.45 in W 29.53 in D 13.78 in
Glas Italia Deep Sea Open Bookcase - Smoked glass - design Nendo
By Nendo, Glas Italia
Located in Alcamo, IT
Deep Sea by Glas Italia, designed by Nendo, is an open bookcase crafted from extralight laminated and thermally bonded glass. Part of the Deep Sea collection of low tables and bookca...
Glass
$3,830 / item
H 59.45 in W 29.53 in D 13.78 in
Glas Italia Deep Sea Open Bookcase - Blue glass - design Nendo
By Nendo, Glas Italia
Located in Alcamo, IT
Deep Sea by Glas Italia, designed by Nendo, is an open bookcase crafted from extralight laminated and thermally bonded glass. Part of the Deep Sea collection of low tables and bookca...
Glass
Large Top Quality William 4th Open Library Waterfall Bookcase
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A superb quality William 4th rosewood open waterfall library bookcase, three fixed shelves and two adjustable deep shelves, scrolled supports to the top, splits into three for moving...
Rosewood
Mahogany Bookcase - Double English Sheraton Inlay Open Front
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous double fronted English mahogany openfront bookcase with Sheraton inlay. I hope the photos do this stunning piece some justice, it is certainly more impress...
Mahogany
Free Edge George Nakashima 2-Door Cabinet
By George Nakashima
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nakshima sliding door cabinet Open shelf on 1 side, 4 drawers on the other.
Walnut
Early 19th Century William IV Period Tall Oak Open Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Superb Tall William IV Period Figured Oak Open Library Bookcase, C1830 An exceptional early 19th-century William IV period tall open library bookcase in solid figured oak, of impres...
Oak
Rare 17th-Century French Louis XIII Carved Oak Cabinet
Located in SEDLEC-PRČICE, CZ
The upper cabinet opens to reveal a spacious interior compartment, while the wider lower cabinet is equipped with a sturdy full-width wooden shelf for extensive storage.
Oak, Rosewood
Antique Indonesian Hand Carved Wall Unit, Cabinet
Located in Delft, NL
Antique Indonesian hand carved wall unit, cabinet A beautiful hand carved teak wooden wall unit or cabinet with a closet with a door and 2 open compartments The cabinet is rich...
Teak
$5,063 / item
H 90.16 in W 57.88 in D 17.72 in
French Handcrafted White Cream Lacquered Open Bookcase in Solid Oak Wood
Located in Landivy, FR
This classical bookcase Unit is made of French Oak. It can be combined with other units to get a full wall of bookcases. This unit has one fixed wooden shelf + 3 removable and adj...
Oak, Wood
$4,036
H 37.01 in W 45.28 in D 16.15 in
Antique French Empire Marble Top Open Bookcase Mid 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a fine antique French Empire Gonçalo Alves and marble-topped open bookcase dating from the mid-19th century. It features an onyx top with Verde Antico marble three-quarter b...
Marble, Ormolu
Art Deco Open Bookcase, Oak Wood, Five Shelves, Antique, 1920s
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Art Deco 5 Shelf Open Book Case This charming little shelf unit has a gallery to the back of the top shelf and 5 open shelves The shelf is in good condition, it is 7” deep, 18” lo...
Oak
$3,078
H 47.25 in W 57.09 in D 16.93 in
ANTIQUE CIRCA 1880 OAK GREENMAN & LiONHEADS DWARF OPEN BOOKCASE
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Antique Dwarf Open Bookcase. Dating back to circa 1880, this captivating piece of history is crafted from solid oak and...
Oak
Lacquered Side Board Cabinet with Classic Door Design
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Each cabinet opens with a removable shelves - one on each side, for storage flexibility.
Wood
$1,770
H 39.77 in W 51.19 in D 15.75 in
Midcentury Italian Walnut Burl Wood Three Shelves Open Bookcase Library
Located in Carimate, Como
A beautiful Italian walnut, carved, three shelves, open bookcase, with great details and beveled edges and frames with beautiful burl wood pattern decors all around the piece and bla...
Wood, Glass
Antique octagonal open free standing bookcase in partridge wood
Located in Sherborne, GB
William 4th open free standing bookcase in octagonal form made from partridge wood veneer with cross grain moulded top resting on a cevetto moulding with applied brass decoration the...
Cedar
James Mont Carved Bamboo Wall Cabinet. ( 2 Available )
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
The open grain cerused finished oak cabinet displays the beautifully carved bamboo silver leafed panels which open to three adjustable interior shelves.
Silver Leaf
19th Century Chinese Cabinet with Old Worn Ebonized Finish
Located in Buchanan, MI
Handsome 19th century Chinese cabinet, open shelf above pair of doors flanked by four drawers.
Wood
Late 19thC Mahogany Dwarf Open Bookcase by Shoolbred & Co
By James Shoolbred
Located in Altrincham, GB
Late 19thC Mahogany Dwarf Open Bookcase by Shoolbred & Co, with adjustable shelves between fluted stiles on plinth base - 41"w x 12"d x 43"h
Mahogany
$3,777
H 88.19 in W 47.25 in D 14.97 in
1990s Large Rustic Wooden Bookcase with Drawers and Open Shelves.
Located in Marbella, ES
An impressive rustic shelving unit crafted from solid wood with a beautiful natural patina. The piece offers multiple generously sized open shelves, ideal for displaying dishes, book...
Wood
Mid-Century Credenza Dresser Cabinet
Located in Baltimore, MD
The center drawers are flanked by cabinet doors that open to reveal a beautiful interior, each with a fixed shelf.
Walnut
Coil #1 Low Cabinet by Bram Kerkhofs
Located in Geneve, CH
It forms the middle between a Classic open rack and a display cabinet and can be used on all sides.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Coil Cabinet Wall Mounted by Bram Kerkhofs
Located in Geneve, CH
It forms the middle between a classic open rack and a display cabinet and can be used on all sides.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
$2,531
H 30.91 in W 29.53 in D 10.63 in
STUNNiNG SOLID WOOD & LEATHER EMBOSSED THEODORE ALEXANDER ETAGERE OPEN BOOKCASE
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this super collectable and highly decorative Theodore Alexander Etagere open Library bookcase with leather E...
Leather, Wood
$8,893 / set
H 83.08 in W 39.38 in D 16.54 in
STUNNING PAIR OF KENNEDY HARRODS LONDON MILITARY CAMPAiGN OPEN BOOKCASES
By Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London These stunning and substantial pair of military campaign open bookcases was made by Kennedy and originally retailed through Harrods in London, reflecting a high...
Hardwood
$2,100
H 30.5 in W 48 in D 13 in
1970s Lacquered Asian Inspired Mastercraft Cabinet, Overscale Brass Hardware
By Mastercraft
Located in Miami, FL
The cabinet doors open to reveal shelving storage. The cabinet is very shallow, allowing it to be placed in many settings.
Brass
$1,641
H 28.35 in W 29.93 in D 10.24 in
PAIR MAHOGANY OPEN DWARF LIBRARY BOOKCASES ADJUSTABLE SHELVES j1
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Pair Of Hardwood Open Dwarf Library Bookcases With One Adjustable Shelf. They offer a stylish and practical storage solution for any librar...
Hardwood
$8,866
H 95.67 in W 66.54 in D 18.9 in
Early 19th Century William IV Period Mahogany Open Library Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Superb Quality 19th-century William IV Period Mahogany Open Library Bookcase An early 19th?century William IV solid mahogany tall open library bookcase, with fully adjustable shelve...
Mahogany
$1,875Sale Price|25% Off
H 64 in W 36 in D 13.5 in
ANTIQUE Arts & Crafts Open Bookcase by Harden - Stickley Era - W8374
By Harden Furniture 1
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
ANTIQUE Arts & Crafts "Harden" Open Bookcase - Stickley Era - W8375 This is an open bookcase from the early 1900s. It is in good condition. The bookcase had been refinished sometim...
Oak
$8,893 / item
H 33.08 in W 11.03 in D 27.56 in
Fine pair of Sheraton revival bow fronted open book shelves.
By Sheraton Revival
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A fine quality pair of Sheraton revival Satinwood bow fronted open bookshelves, each with adjustable shelves, the tops with Rosewood cross banding and frieze to match with oval fans ...
Mahogany, Satinwood
$1,950
H 26 in W 35 in D 11.5 in
Collectible Open Etagere Shelving Unit Late 1940s Northwest Chair Company
By Northwest Chair Co.
Located in Lomita, CA
This is exactly what designers and collectors crave for layered interiors. A beautifully proportioned mid-century shelving unit by the Northwest Chair Company of Tacoma, Washington...
Abalone, Birch, Maple
Spanish Baroque Style Walnut Vargueño Cabinet on Stand
Located in Rio Vista, CA
The cabinet opens to an intricately carved storage area with 6 carved drawers and 4 doors with brass pulls.
Brass
$18,061
H 41.75 in W 117.75 in D 20.75 in
An extensive William IV Goncalo Alves breakfront open book case
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
An extensive William IV Goncalo Alves breakfront open book case, the green marble top set above five open sections, each with two adjustable shelves and divided by pilasters with tur...
Marble
Memphis Fridge by Roberto Pezzetta transformed to cabinet
Located in Mortsel, BE
Transformed to a multifunctional cabinet that can open on both sides.
Metal
Open Cube 45 Lighted Modular Display by SLIDE Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Open Cube 45 Lighted Modular Display by SLIDE Studio Dimensions: D 43 x W 43 x H 43 cm. Materials: Polyethylene. Weight: 6 kg. Available in different color options. Available in two...
Other
$12,200 / item
H 43.31 in W 17.72 in D 35.44 in
Contemporary Mexican Design Handcrafted Wood Cabinet Carmen, Mirror
By Comité de Proyectos
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
When the doors are opened, the sides of the cabinet reveal accessories for storing short glasses.
Steel
$725
H 28 in W 24 in D 14 in
Vintage Chinese Black Lacquer Dimunitive Small Side Table Cabinet Chinoiserie
Located in Dayton, OH
The cabinet opens to one shelf for accessory storage.
Hardwood, Lacquer
A Very Rare Early 19th Century William IV Large Open Bookcase
Located in Dublin, IE
A very rare early 19th Century William IV well figured mahogany open bookcase of grand proportions, finely hand carved with stunningly rich patination and fine grain. The moulded an...
Mahogany
A Superb Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Open Shelves
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Superb Arts and Crafts Golden Oak Open Shelves This is a good quality sturdy piece, built in Golden Oak in the Arts and Crafts style The shelf has panelled sides and fixed shel...
Oak
$1,495
H 33.5 in W 22 in D 18 in
Chinese Silverware Cabinet Collectors Chest Relief Carved Chinoiserie
Located in Forest Grove, PA
The hinged top lifts to reveal a green velvet lined spacious storage, the top drawer is silk for silverware and the three lower drawers and the cabinet are open storage and painted b...
Brass
1880s French Patinated Oak Shelf, Open-Frame, Three Tiers, Antique
Located in High Point, NC
1880s French white patinated oak shelf showcasing exquisite craftsmanship and delicate detailing from the late 19th century. The open-frame design features finely turned columns, sca...
Oak
$25,655
H 36.5 in W 73 in D 14.75 in
Late Regency Rosewood Breakfront Open Bookcase, Attributed to Gillows
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A late Regency rosewood breakfront open bookcase, attributed to Gillows, of rectangular form with three adjustable shelves, with tooled leather dust fringes, divided by four fluted p...
Rosewood
$3,474
H 51 in W 46.5 in D 13 in
Arts and Crafts Oak Open Bookcase, England, c1900, Adjustable Shelves
Located in High Peak, GB
K0638 Stylish Arts and Crafts open bookcase in solid oak, having shaped and moulded upstand to the back (can be removed for transportation), solid oak oversailing top, shallow frieze...
Oak
1920s Art Deco Open Bookcase by Paul Bromberg for H. Pander
By Paul Bromberg, H.Pander & Zonen
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School open bookcase. Design by Paul Bromberg for H. Pander & Zonen Den Haag. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak fram...
Oak
$1,581
H 24.41 in W 27.96 in D 13.39 in
Spanish Oak Sewing Cabinet with Fabric Basket, Early 20th Century
Located in BÉTERA, ES
When fully opened, the cabinet measures 121 cm wide, offering generous working and storage space while remaining compact when closed.
Hardwood, Oak
$11,567
H 37.01 in W 40.95 in D 23.23 in
Early 19th Century Irish William IV Open Bookcase / Console Table
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine and most attractive Irish William IV period mahogany open bookcase/console table, of concave design, with grey marble panel above a hidden drawer set with rosettes and th...
Marble
$21,800
H 129.93 in W 169.3 in D 27.56 in
Monumental Art Deco Display Corner Cabinet, Italy, Mid-20th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Characterized by softly curved corners, pronounced horizontal banding, and carefully proportioned open compartments, the cabinet achieves a remarkable balance between monumentality a...
Wood
Restored Mahogany & Rattan Cabinet W/ Cubby Space
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Post War Mahogany Cabinet with Rattan Accents featuring a rattan trim with single shelf cubby space and a 2-door cabinet underneath which opens to two fixed shelves. 1940, ...
Rattan
Oriental Carved Open Dresser, Pine, Chinoiserie Style, Antique, 1880
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Oriental carved open dresser or hall cupboard A very unusual piece, this is an open dresser with 2 drawers below and a shelved cupboard beneath The shelves are bordered with fili...
Pine
Arts and Crafts Open Front Oak Bookcase with Magazine Rack
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts Open Front Oak Bookcase with Magazine Rack This Oak bookcase has an open shelf with a gallery around , below this there is a deep divided Magazine rack, the bookcase...
Oak
$3,305
H 35.5 in W 18.5 in D 9.3 in
Architectural Gothic Revival Oak Wall Cabinet with Heraldic Carving
Located in Lisse, NL
The interior reveals a thoughtfully arranged compartmentalized layout, suggesting original use as a devotional, document, or collector’s cabinet. The door retains its original hardwa...
Brass
Early 19th Century Original Painted Swedish Tall Pine Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Blue painted panels remain visible throughout, with much of the surface worn down to natural pine beneath, accented by traces of red and darker blue. Large upper cabinet doors open t...
Pine, Paint
Pair Regency Bookcases - Open Sheraton Satinwood 7 ft English
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Stunning pair of English Regency style bookcases in gorgeous satinwood We normally have similar bookcases in mahogany so it was a joy to find these in satinwood - perfect for modern ...
Satinwood
$3,201 / set
H 51.5 in W 35 in D 14 in
Pair Regency Open Bookcases Mahogany Adjustable Shelving Sheraton Inlay
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Stunning pair of Regency Sheraton style open front bookcases Hand crafted from mahogany with gently curved shape to front Adjustable shelving via slat system easy to use Intricate in...
Mahogany
Country French Style Carved Oak Step Back Cabinet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A very well made Country French Style cabinet with several finely crafted details. A tall two-part cabinet with shaped carved crest with open cartouche.
Glass, Oak
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.
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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.
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