Pair of Rattan Bookshelf – 1980s
Located in Roma, RM
Pair of Rattan Bookshelf – 1980s Product details Rattan bindings With shelf, drawers, and doors Dimensions: 89,5 L x 200 H x 32 P cm
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Vintage 1980s Italian Bookcases
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Brass
Rattan Bookshelf
Oak and rattan bookshelf by Alf Svensson, Bjästa, Sweden 1950s
$4,701
H 74.81 in W 59.06 in D 16.54 in
Oak and rattan bookshelf by Alf Svensson, Bjästa, Sweden 1950s
By Bjästa Möbelfabrik, Alf Svensson
Located in Hägersten, SE
Bookshelf designed by Alf Svensson. Produced during the 1950s in Sweden by Bjästa Snickeri.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Oak, Teak
Double Sided Mahogany & Rattan Bookshelf by Michael van Beuren for Domus Mexico
$6,000
H 71.75 in W 44 in D 15.25 in
Double Sided Mahogany & Rattan Bookshelf by Michael van Beuren for Domus Mexico
By Michael van Beuren, Domus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bauhaus trained, Mexico City based Michael van Beuren created a highly functional modern design inspired by Mexican vernacular styles and materials. Designed for Domus Mexico, this e...
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Vintage 1960s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
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Vintage Rattan Etagere Bookshelf
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Large rattan etagere features Gabriella Crespi style Rising Sun inlay across arched top and glass shelving for storage and display. Leather wrapped supports. Very good vintage condit...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Leather, Rattan, Glass
Wicker Rattan Cane Étagère Bookshelf
Located in New York, NY
A four-tier rattan Étagère bookshelf/bookcase with cane covered shelves.
Category
Mid-20th Century Bohemian Bookcases
Materials
Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Rattan children's chair with bookshelf, 1960s
Located in Delft, NL
Rattan children's chair with bookshelf, 1960s A Dutch round rattan children's chair with a wall mounted bookshelf from the 1960s Very nice for the children's room or play corner to ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Children's Furniture
Materials
Rattan
Restored White Cage Rattan Side Table Swivel Bookshelf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
White Painted Mid Century era rattan side table bookshelf featuring two shelves with skeleton side walls and a swivel base for easy book location. 1970, United States We only purc...
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Vintage 1970s American Side Tables
Materials
Rattan
Large Bookshelf In Rattan And Bamboo 60's Italy
Located in Charmes, FR
large shelf / bookcase in bamboo and rattan from the 70's , Italian work in very good condition
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Bohemian Bookcases
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Arched Rattan Tall Etagere - Woven Wicker Bookshelf, 1970s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
The natural variations in the rattan add character and authenticity to the piece.
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rattan
Lacquered Crimson Rattan Pagoda Etagere – Mid-Century Chinoiserie Style
$1,939
H 90.56 in W 35.44 in D 14.18 in
Lacquered Crimson Rattan Pagoda Etagere – Mid-Century Chinoiserie Style
Located in Alcoy, Alicante
This exceptional rattan and wicker bookshelf is a masterclass in Chinoiserie refinement.
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Rattan
Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s
$1,057
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 design of this piece, produced in Italy during the 1970s.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker, Cane
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Vintage Rattan Shelving Unit, 1970s
Located in Chesham, GB
A vintage rattan bookshelf/ Bohemian bookcase with arched top and wrapped edges.
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Vintage 1970s Bohemian Bookcases
Materials
Wicker
Midcentury Rattan Bookcase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking midcentury rattan étagère, circa 1960s-1970s. This sculpturally designed rattan wrapped hardwood bookcase or bookshelf is accented with inset glass shelves.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Rattan, Reed, Glass, Wood
1970s Spanish Wicker and Rattan Bookshelf
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s Spanish Wicker and Rattan Bookshelf.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
1980s Spanish Bamboo and Rattan Bookshelf with Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Spanish bamboo and rattan bookshelf with drawers.
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Vintage 1980s Spanish Bookcases
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker
Steel and rattan bookshelf by Mathieu Matégot for Artimeta
By Mathieu Matégot, Artimeta
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Documented Mathieu Matégot steel and rattan bookshelf – similar version illustrated in the Artimeta catalogue – Netherlands circa 1955
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Steel
Oak and rattan bookshelf by Alf Svensson, Bjästa, Sweden 1950s
By Alf Svensson, Bjästa Möbelfabrik
Located in Hägersten, SE
Bookshelf designed by Alf Svensson. produced during the 1950s in Sweden by Bjästa Snickeri.
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Oak, Teak
Mid 20th Century Vintage Coastal Burnt Bamboo and Woven Rattan Bookshelf
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H 40.5 in W 31 in D 14 in
Mid 20th Century Vintage Coastal Burnt Bamboo and Woven Rattan Bookshelf
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Boho bookshelf. A chic burnt bamboo frame with inset woven rattan panels.
Category
Mid-20th Century Philippine Bookcases
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Paint
Organic Modern Rattan Two Piece Bookshelf Cabinet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Great looking and versatile vintage rattan bookshelf cabinet having honey colored rattan accented with bronze patina pulls and supports on the corners.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Cabinets
Materials
Iron
Italian Rattan Etagere
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Extremely well-made 5-tier Italian rattan bookshelf with beautiful solid brass fittings and cross supports.
Category
20th Century Italian Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Baughman Style Rattan Wrapped Shelf
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Extremely well-made 3-tier rattan bookshelf with beautiful woven cross supports with nice detail.
Category
20th Century American Shelves
Materials
Rattan, Wood, Glass
Vintage Bamboo, Rattan and Brass Bookshelf
Located in Palm Beach, FL
With five varnished woven rattan shelves in excellent condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Restored White Painted Midcentury Rattan Side Table Bookshelf
Located in Van Nuys, CA
White painted midcentury era rattan side table bookshelf featuring two shelves with skeleton side walls and a swivel base for easy book location.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Side Tables
Materials
Rattan
Small four-shelf green bookshelf in handwoven rattan, 1970s
Located in Roma, RM
Small four-shelf green bookshelf in handwoven rattan, 1970s Product Details Dimensions: 66 W × 114 H x 35 D cm
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Vintage 1970s Bookcases
Materials
Rattan
Fabulous Organic Modern Pencil Reed Rattan Gabriella Crespi Style Bookshelf
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H 80 in W 48 in D 17.5 in
Fabulous Organic Modern Pencil Reed Rattan Gabriella Crespi Style Bookshelf
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Super impressive pencil reeded rattan etagere having curved shape, beautiful craftsmanship, and 3 glass shelves. Back is open and finished on other side so could be floated in a room...
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Vintage 1980s American Organic Modern Bookcases
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Rattan, Mirror
20th Century Bookcase by Mathieu Matégot for Artimeta
By Mathieu Matégot
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Mid-20th Century Dutch steel and rattan, Mathieu Matégot bookshelf. A similar version was illustrated in the Artimeta catalogue.
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Crespi Style Rattan Bookshelf
By Gabriella Crespi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic rattan bookshelf/ètagerè with four glass shelves.
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Vintage 1970s American Bookcases
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Baker Furniture Attributed Mid-Century Modern 5-Tier Bamboo and Rattan Bookshelf
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H 64.5 in W 35.75 in D 15 in
Baker Furniture Attributed Mid-Century Modern 5-Tier Bamboo and Rattan Bookshelf
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern 5-tier stunning bamboo room divider, storage shelf or book shelf with 5 handwoven cane shelves. The bamboo has an incredible grain pattern and the cane shelves ar...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Mid-20th Century Refinished Rattan Bookcase by Ritts Tropitan
By Ritts Tropitan
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A classic Mid-20th Century rattan bookshelf by Ritts Tropitan, the pioneering California company known for its sleek tropical-modern designs.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Great Looking Woven Rattan & Bamboo Etagere Bookshelf
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Versatile multiple shelf bookcase etagere having stunning mix of bamboo and woven rattan with decorative patterning on the sides.
Category
Vintage 1970s Philippine Organic Modern Bookcases
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Vintage Rattan and Wicker 3 Tier Bookshelf ( Online Purchase Only)
Located in Seattle, WA
Retro Bookshelf with Woven wicker Shelves. Vintage Condition. Consistent with Age. Wear and Tear as Pictured ( online purchase only) Dimensions. 26 W ; 11 D ; 35 H
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rattan
1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Étagère Cupboard Bookshelf
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H 64.97 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian French Riviera Étagère Cupboard Bookshelf
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern étagère or bookshelf or cupboard in rattan wicker bamboo. The organic beauty of the woven materials is timeless and classic, making bamboo ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Bookcases
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Bamboo
Square Black Lacquer and Rattan Faux Bamboo Modern Etagere Bookshelf
By Drexel
Located in Houston, TX
Charming etagere finished in black lacquer with gold accents. Three glass topped rattan shelves. A single drawer provides additional storage. Perfect for showcasing books and objects...
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Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Imaculately Restored Three-Tier Ladder Sides BookShelf Console Table w/ Mahogany
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H 29 in W 48 in D 14.5 in
Imaculately Restored Three-Tier Ladder Sides BookShelf Console Table w/ Mahogany
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Harvey Schwartz is the leading expert in vintage rattan and author of "Rattan Furniture: Tropical Comfort Throughout the Home."
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
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Rattan
Rare Bookshelf Wall Unit by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg for Vamo Møbelfabrik, 1950s
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H 60.04 in W 178.55 in D 19.49 in
Rare Bookshelf Wall Unit by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg for Vamo Møbelfabrik, 1950s
By Arne Vodder, Vamo Møbelfabrik
Located in Ranst, VAN
This rarely available bookcase, a true masterpiece, was designed by Arne Vodder and Anton Borg for Vamo Møbelfabrik in the 1950s It includes five cabinet elements, four bookshelves ...
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Vintage Bamboo Rattan Decorative Shelf Etagere Bookcase, 1950s-1970s
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H 31.5 in W 20.63 in D 10 in
Vintage Bamboo Rattan Decorative Shelf Etagere Bookcase, 1950s-1970s
By Franco Albini, Bonaccina, Vivai del Sud
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Vintage wicker rattan and bamboo cane display, bookshelf, or etagere features 3 tier form with open shelving.
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Shelves
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Bamboo, Rattan, Cane, Wicker
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 design of this piece, produced in Italy during the 1970s.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood
Rattan Étagère Bookshelf
By Bielecky Brothers
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Large rattan étagère features inlay across arched top and glass shelving for storage and display. Very good vintage condition with minor imperfections consistent with age.
Category
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Materials
Rattan
Bielecky Brothers Style Rattan Chinoiserie Étagère Bookshelf
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Large rattan étagère features chinoiserie styling and woven wicker shelves. In the manner of Bielecky Brothers. Plenty of storage with tropical bamboo styling. Good condition with on...
Category
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Materials
Rattan
Bamboo Four-Tier Bookshelf
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Bamboo Four-Tier Bookshelf. Woven rattan on shelf tops.
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Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
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1950s Rattan Bookshelf End Tables Part of a Larger Paul Frankl Seating Group
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H 23 in W 24 in D 10 in
1950s Rattan Bookshelf End Tables Part of a Larger Paul Frankl Seating Group
By Paul Frankl
Located in Denver, CO
A pair of narrow, armrest height 2-tiered shelves of rattan and mahogany are commonly used as lamp tables or bookshelves with the Paul Frankl rattan seating group. Very nice, un-r...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables
Materials
Rattan
Antique Stick Wicker Daybed or Chaise with Bookshelf End
Located in Old Saybrook, CT
Antique stick rattan chaise or daybed with built in bookcase. Piece measures 74” long, 25.5” wide, 21.5” tall. Bed platform is 11” high.
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Vintage 1930s American Patio and Garden Furniture
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Rattan
Mid-Century Rattan Bookcase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking Mid-Century rattan etagere, circa 1960s-1970s. This sculpturally designed rattan wrapped hardwood bookcase / bookshelf is accented with inset glass shelves.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Mid-Century Whitewashed Rattan Bookcase Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Striking Mid-Century whitewashed rattan etagere, circa 1960s-1970s. This sculpturally designed rattan wrapped hardwood bookcase or bookshelf is accented with inset glass shelves.
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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Reed, Glass, Hardwood
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Rattan Bookshelf For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic rattan bookshelf available at 1stDibs. Each rattan bookshelf for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using natural fiber, rattan and wood. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect rattan bookshelf — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each rattan bookshelf bearing mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one rattan bookshelf that is appealing in its simplicity, but Alf Svensson, Bjästa Möbelfabrik and Ritts Tropitan produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Rattan Bookshelf?
Prices for a rattan bookshelf can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $120 and can go as high as $14,478, while the average can fetch as much as $1,595.
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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.
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