How do you hang wall shelves on the wall?

Typically, the best way to hang wall shelves on a wall is through the studs. The studs are the strong vertical beams that form the frames of walls. You can locate them using a tool called a stud finder. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wall shelves.

Asian Wall Shelves

Cane Front Cabinet

Tortoise Bamboo Bedroom Furniture

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Gilt Wall Shelf

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Mirrored Corner Shelf

Burnt Bamboo Shelves

Skeleton of Civilization' Shelves by Cometabolism Studio

$20,000

H 91 in W 24 in D 47 in

Skeleton of Civilization' Shelves by Cometabolism Studio

By Cometabolism Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Based on the research of large industrial equipment and architectural imagery from the 1960s, the rough and rustic forms of the early space age were abstracted to form a monument sha...

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2010s Asian Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Unhappened Suspension' Stainless Steel, Acrylic Shelf by Comtabolism Studio

$13,500

H 51 in W 18 in D 53 in

Unhappened Suspension' Stainless Steel, Acrylic Shelf by Comtabolism Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

We are living in an age where everyone struggles to converge, where the definition of a good life is becoming flattened and monolithic, and where the images we receive of the good li...

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2010s Asian Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 70s Burnt Bamboo Tortoise Handcrafted 2 Tier Hanging Folding Wall Shelf

$760

H 23.5 in W 16 in D 8.25 in

Vintage 70s Burnt Bamboo Tortoise Handcrafted 2 Tier Hanging Folding Wall Shelf

By Ficks Reed

Located in Miami, FL

Chinoiserie burnt bamboo or tortoiseshell bamboo bentwood foldable hanging wall shelf. Hand created

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Late 20th Century Southeast Asian Bohemian Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Cane

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Glimpse Wall Mounted Shelf with Mirror & Coat Rack

Unavailable

H 9.85 in W 20.87 in D 5.12 in

Glimpse Wall Mounted Shelf with Mirror & Coat Rack

Located in London, GB

Most at home by your front door or entryway, the Glimpse Wall Mounted Shelf offers a minimal and

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2010s Asian Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Asian Oriental Chinese Hanging Wall Mount Display Cabinet

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H 24.81 in W 16.15 in D 5.12 in

Asian Oriental Chinese Hanging Wall Mount Display Cabinet

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Asian Chinese Oriental Wall Mount Display Cabinet

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20th Century Chinese Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Mirror

Asian What Not Hanging Shelf

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H 40.25 in W 20.25 in D 5.25 in

Asian What Not Hanging Shelf

Located in San Francisco, CA

Asian table top or hanging wall shelf with dovetail and mortise and tenon construction. Made of

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Early 20th Century Japanese Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Tortoise Bamboo Wall Shelf

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H 11.03 in W 16.93 in D 7.09 in

Mid Century Tortoise Bamboo Wall Shelf

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Stunning intricate vintage tortoise bamboo shelf. Can be used hanging on the wall or standing up

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Vintage 1970s Asian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Bamboo

Chinoiserie Burnt Bamboo Tortoise Hanging Folding Wall Shelves, a Pair

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H 22.5 in W 15.5 in D 7.75 in

Chinoiserie Burnt Bamboo Tortoise Hanging Folding Wall Shelves, a Pair

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A pair of burnt bamboo or tortoiseshell bamboo bentwood foldable hanging wall shelves. Each piece

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Mid-20th Century Southeast Asian Chinoiserie Shelves

Materials

Bamboo

Bamboo Corner Wall Shelf

Sold

H 30 in W 12 in L 30 in

Bamboo Corner Wall Shelf

Located in Queens, NY

Bamboo small corner wall shelf with 2 oval mirrors. (19/20th Cent.)

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Antique Late 19th Century Asian Adirondack Shelves

Materials

Mirror, Bamboo

Vintage Modern Asian Influenced Wall Unit

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H 72 in W 40 in D 16 in

Vintage Modern Asian Influenced Wall Unit

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unique staggered shelf open display on top with double door storage below. Unique lines, cane front cabinet doors, and ornate sculpted details set this display and storage etagere ap...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Asian Lacquered and Gilt Wall Shelf with an Ornate Pagoda Motif

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H 19 in W 16.5 in D 7 in

19th Century Asian Lacquered and Gilt Wall Shelf with an Ornate Pagoda Motif

Located in Richmond, VA

Offered is an absolutely stunning, late 19th century, Asian papier mâché lacquered wall shelf with

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Antique 19th Century French Chinese Export Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Giltwood, Lacquer, Wood

19th Century Asian Lacquered and Gilt Wall Shelf with an Ornate Pagoda Motif

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H 19 in W 16.5 in D 7 in

19th Century Asian Lacquered and Gilt Wall Shelf with an Ornate Pagoda Motif

Located in Richmond, VA

Offered is an absolutely stunning, late 19th century, Asian papier-mâché lacquered wall shelf with

Category

Antique 19th Century French Chinese Export Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Giltwood, Lacquer, Wood

Pair Italian Tole Wall Shelves Sconces In The Asian Taste

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H 29 in W 6 in D 5 in

Pair Italian Tole Wall Shelves Sconces In The Asian Taste

Located in Southfield, MI

Very finely made pair of wall sconces/shelves in the asian taste with mirrored backs, original silk

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Decorative Art

Materials

Mirror

Pair of 20th Century Asian Black and Gold Painted Wall Brackets

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H 12 in W 13 in D 7 in

Pair of 20th Century Asian Black and Gold Painted Wall Brackets

Located in Kingston, NY

Pair of 20th century Asian black and gold painted wall brackets.

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20th Century Central Asian Chinese Export Shelves

Materials

Wood

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Freestanding Michel Ducaroy Wall Unit in Acrylic and Aluminum for Roche Bobois

$2,733Sale Price|50% Off

H 86.62 in W 62.6 in D 15.75 in

Freestanding Michel Ducaroy Wall Unit in Acrylic and Aluminum for Roche Bobois

By Roche Bobois, Michel Ducaroy

Located in Markington, GB

Freestanding Michel Ducaroy modular wall unit in acrylic and aluminum for Roche Bobois Freestanding Michel Ducaroy modular wall unit in acrylic and aluminum for Roche Bobois from ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Multiple Premonitions' Stainless Steel Coffee Table by Cometabolism Studio

$25,000

H 31 in W 39 in D 64 in

Multiple Premonitions' Stainless Steel Coffee Table by Cometabolism Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

We are living in an age where everyone struggles to converge, where the definition of a good life is becoming flattened and monolithic, and where the images we receive of the good li...

Category

2010s Asian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Half-Cube Suspension Stainless Steel Console/Coffee Table by Cometabolism Studio

$15,000

H 55 in W 47 in D 30 in

Half-Cube Suspension Stainless Steel Console/Coffee Table by Cometabolism Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

We are living in an age where everyone struggles to converge, where the definition of a good life is becoming flattened and monolithic, and where the images we receive of the good li...

Category

2010s Asian Console Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Springboard' Acrylic, Stainless Steel Console Table by Cometabolism Studio

$12,000

H 13 in W 75 in D 37 in

Springboard' Acrylic, Stainless Steel Console Table by Cometabolism Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

We are living in an age where everyone struggles to converge, where the definition of a good life is becoming flattened and monolithic, and where the images we receive of the good li...

Category

2010s Asian Console Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Asian Wall Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of Asian wall shelves is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct Asian wall shelves — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Find 13 antique and vintage Asian wall shelves at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Asian wall shelves have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. mid-century modern, Art Deco and folk art Asian wall shelves are consistently popular styles. Many Asian wall shelves are appealing in their simplicity, but Michael Young, Acerbis and don tanani produced popular Asian wall shelves that are worth a look.

How Much are Asian Wall Shelves?

Prices for Asian wall shelves can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Asian wall shelves begin at $400 and can go as high as $67,333, while the average can fetch as much as $4,213.

Questions About Asian Wall Shelves

How do you hang wall shelves on the wall?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Typically, the best way to hang wall shelves on a wall is through the studs. The studs are the strong vertical beams that form the frames of walls. You can locate them using a tool called a stud finder. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wall shelves.