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Ghidini 1961 Incrocio Shelves in Polished Gold Finish
By Andrea Branzi, Ghidini 1961
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Shelves in stainless steel and plexiglass. The arms of this shelf are stainless steel, and one of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Gold Gilt Metal Wall Shelves Brackets, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A pair of gold gilt metal demi-lune / half-moon wall shelves, circa late-20th to early 21st century
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Late 20th Century Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Bronze Shelves, 14th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Bronze Shleves is an original object realized in the 14th century. Pair of shelves in "Verde
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Shelves, 14th Century
Bronze Shelves, 14th Century
H 14.57 in W 8.67 in D 7.88 in
Italian Gold Gilt Giltwood Wall Shelves Acanthus Leaf Design, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of Italian gold gilt giltwood gold-leaf wall shelves, circa mid-20th century
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Mid-20th Century Italian Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Gold, Gold Leaf

Decorative Bamboo Sunbursts Shelves
Located in Oxford, GB
Featuring a gold metal plate at its centre, these circular sunburst shelves are exquisitely
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2010s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Bamboo

MID 19th CENTURY PAIR OF CORNER LITTLE SHELVES IN GILDED WOOD
Located in Firenze, FI
These two corner little shelves in carved pine wood gilded with pure gold leaf represent a valuable
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Shelves and Wall C...

Materials

Wood

Bread Factory Iron Shelves Painted in White with Bronze Decorations
Located in Marbella, ES
Bread factory iron shelves painted in white with bronze decorations.
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Shelves

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Belgo Chrome Open Showcase, Open Shelves
By Belgo Chrome
Located in Antwerp, BE
Belgo Chrome open showcase - open shelves - wall unit. A stylish black lacquered with gold-plated
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Gold Plate

Belgo Chrome Open Showcase, Open Shelves
Belgo Chrome Open Showcase, Open Shelves
H 79.14 in W 40.16 in D 17.92 in
Ghidini 1961 Incrocio Shelves in Stainless Steel and Plexiglass by Andrea Branzi
By Andrea Branzi, Ghidini 1961
Located in Villa Carcina, IT
Shelves in stainless steel and plexiglass. Hanging frame on to support photos, small pots, small
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves

Materials

Stainless Steel

Italian Radiator Cover Midcentury in Perforated Iron Parts in Pure Gold, 1950s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Italian radiator cover midcentury in perforated iron parts in pure gold 1950s. Upper surface in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Crystal, Metal, Gold Plate

"Henri" Antique Mirror and Bronze Patina Shelves by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The open design of this etagere makes a beautiful storage option for art, books, and more. Antique bronze metal with brass accents references French design in the 1940s. Handmade by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Bronze

Oracle Shelf in Gold Finish
Located in Paris, FR
Shelf oracle with chromed metal structure in gold finish with black tempered glass shelves. Also
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shelves

Materials

Metal

Oracle Shelf in Gold Finish
Oracle Shelf in Gold Finish
H 79.53 in W 79.93 in D 18.9 in
Danish Mid-Century Multicolor Laminate and Beech Plant Holder or Shelves, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Danish mid century modern multicolor laminate and beech plant holder or shelves, 1960s Danish vase
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Laminate, Beech

Pair of Spanish Corner Wall Consoles in Giltwood
Located in Barcelona, ES
Pair of carved gilt corner wall consoles or bracket shelves, Spain, 1930s. Finely carved pieces
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20th Century Spanish Renaissance Revival Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Gold Leaf

French Wrought Iron & Brass 4 Tier Bakery Shelf in Black & Gold Finish Etagere
Located in Miami, FL
between the shelves is 20, 20.5 and 17.25 inches.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass, Bronze, Wrought Iron

20th Century Gold Hanger, Germany, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Original amazing hanger, stain steel, gold color, very good vintage condition. Produced in 1960s in
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Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hollywood Regency Pyramid Shelf in Gold and Smoked Glass, France 1960s
By Maison Charles
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
This shelving unit features a golden brass frame, smoked glass shelves, and a black-lacquered
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Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Metal, Brass

20th Century Lacquered Painted Gold Wood Italian Fireplace, 1980
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian fireplace from the second half of the 20th century. Front fireplace decoration in carved, lacquered and gilded wood of beautiful line and quality. Finely lacquered imitation ...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mid Century Gold Hangers, Germany, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Original amazing hangers, stain steel, gold color, very good vintage condition. Produced in 1960s
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Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

Set of Two 20th Century Gold Hangers, Germany, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Original amazing hangers, stain steel, gold color, very good vintage condition. Produced in 1960s
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Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel, Metal

Drab Hanger Polished Flamed Gold Color Stainless Steel Hanger by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gold About the artist/ designer: Oskar Zieta, an architect, designer, artist and innovator
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pin 6 Set Polished Flamed Gold Color Stainless Steel Hanger by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
blue Stainless steel: Polished Flamed gold About the artist/ designer: Oskar Zieta, an
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Kamyki 6 Set Polished Flamed Gold Color Stainless Steel Hanger by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
; Carbon Steel: Cosmic blue Stainless steel: Polished Emerald Sapphire Flamed gold   About
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Kamyki 12 Set Polished Flamed Gold Color Stainless Steel Hanger by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
; Carbon steel: Cosmic blue Stainless steel: Polished Emerald Sapphire Flamed Gold About the
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Quatro Shelve in Solid Wood with Gold or Black or White or Blue Painting
Located in Paris, FR
Shelve Quatro with structure handcrafted in solid wood with gold painting. Also available in black
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shelves

Materials

Wood

20th Century Wall Console Table Shelf Gold Curvy Decorative Leg, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Beautiful petite gilded tole wall shelf in Hollywood Regency style, original vintage condition, produced in Germany, 1960s. Nice addition to any room or hall entry. Only one unique p...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Giltwood

Wall-mounted metal Console "Sardina" by Nobe Italia Gold Finish
By Dario Cipelletti
Located in piacenza, IT
design feature enhancing wall surfaces. These stunning shelves have a multitude of uses: displaying
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bauhaus Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

In Stock Kamyki 18 Set Polished Stainless Steel Hanger by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
; Carbon steel: Cosmic blue Stainless steel: Polished Emerald Sapphire Flamed gold   About
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

In Stock Kamyki 12 Set Polished Stainless Steel Hanger by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
; Carbon steel: Cosmic blue Stainless steel: Polished Emerald Sapphire Flamed gold About the
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Mid Century Gold Hangers, Germany, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
Original amazing hangers, stain steel, gold color, very good vintage condition. Produced in 1960s
Category

Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel

In Stock Kamyki 6 Set Polished Stainless Steel Hanger by Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
; Carbon steel: Cosmic blue Stainless steel: Polished Emerald Sapphire Flamed gold About the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

'Cinétisme IV (Gold and Blue)' Wall Cabinet by Charles Kalpakian
By Charles Kalpakian
Located in Paris, FR
‘Cinétisme IV (Gold and Blue)’ is a hypnotic piece in lacquered wood and wenge that literally
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21st Century and Contemporary French Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Wenge

Large Gold Contemporary Shelf
Located in Geneve, CH
Large gold contemporary shelf Dimensions: L 61.4 x W 25.3 x H 33 cm Materials: Steel. Also
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2010s Danish Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Large Gold Contemporary Shelf
Large Gold Contemporary Shelf
H 13 in W 9.97 in D 24.18 in
Pair of English 1790s George III Gold and Black Chinoiserie Corner Cabinets
Located in Atlanta, GA
black and gold décor, presenting traditional chinoiserie motifs mixing architectures, trees, birds and
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Antique Late 18th Century English Chinoiserie Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Metal Rock Gold Shelf Aluminum Foam Customizable by Michael Young
By Michael Young
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The work is customizable in size, color and shape. About the designer: Michael Young was born in 1966 in Sunderland, a small industrial city in the North-East of England. He grad...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Metal Rock Gold Shelf Aluminum Foam Customizable by Michael Young
By Michael Young
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The work is customizable in size, color and shape. About the designer: Michael Young was born in 1966 in Sunderland, a small industrial city in the North-East of England. He grad...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Luxury Clothes Hangers Minimalist Elm Briar Brass Gold and 1970 Mirror Zevi
By Zevi & C.
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Luxury Minimalist clothes hangers in elm briar brass and 1970 Italian design mirror Zevi Arredamenti.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass

French Étagère in Walnut Wood of the Early 1900s in the Style of Louis XV
Located in Milano, IT
has three legs and four shelves, has beautiful carvings finished in gold lacquered wood. The étagère
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Small Gold Contemporary Shelf
Located in Geneve, CH
Small gold contemporary shelf Dimensions: L 40.4 x W 25.3 x H 12 cm Materials: Steel. Also
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2010s Danish Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Small Gold Contemporary Shelf
Small Gold Contemporary Shelf
H 4.73 in W 9.97 in D 15.91 in
Faux Bamboo Bronze Shelf in the Style of Maison Baguès
By Maison Baguès
Located in New York, NY
Faux bamboo bronze shelf in the style of Maison Baguès. Has three glass shelves and a nice greenish
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Vintage 1950s Directoire Shelves

Materials

Bronze

Gold Twisted Metal Two Tier Glass Hanging Wall Shelf
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A small hanging wall shelf created from gold twisted metal. This shelf will be great in a bathroom
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20th Century American Baroque Shelves

Materials

Metal

Console Table in Wrought Iron with Mirrored Back by Pierluigi Colli, 1950s
By Pier Luigi Colli
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Wrought iron console table with mirrored back by Pierluigi Colli, 1950s. Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard boxes is included. If the wooden packaging is needed (fumigated crat...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal, Gold

Sorcier Wall Light Blue, Gold
By La Chance
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sorcier is a wall light inspired by the ritual Ngil masks of the Fang tribe in Gabon. The light diffuses through the perforations in the mask and shines upward in a graphic and gentl...
Category

2010s French Shelves

Materials

Metal

Sorcier Wall Light Blue, Gold
Sorcier Wall Light Blue, Gold
H 18.31 in W 8.67 in D 4.93 in
Feal Italian Wall Unit in Anodized Aluminum and Mahogany
By Feal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
shelves and are secured to the gold anodized aluminum frame. The honesty of construction and classic
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Romeo Rega Gold Plated Brass Etagere Shelving Console, Italy, C.1960
By Romeo Rega
Located in London, GB
Romeo Rega Gold Plated Brass Etagere Shelving Console, Italy, C.1960 In excellent condition
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Very Huge Brass and Tinted Glass Bookshelf or Étagère in the style of Romeo Rega
By Romeo Rega
Located in Berlin, BE
Very huge and rare brass and tinted glass bookshelf or étagère in the style of Romeo Rega. The étagère is in good condition and a eyecatcher for every room.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Vintage Geometric Gold-plated Shelving Unit by Belgo Chrom, 1970s
By Belgo Chrome
Located in Zwijndrecht, Antwerp
Gold plated geometric etagère by Belgo Chrom, produced in the 1970’s. This console is also often
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Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Shelves

Materials

Brass

Acrylic Shelf with Gold Elements and 4 Columns
Located in Berlin, DE
High quality acrylic shelf with 4 columns with gold elements. Made in Italy. Slight used
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20th Century Italian Modern Shelves

Materials

Acrylic

Acrylic Shelf with Gold Elements and 4 Columns
Acrylic Shelf with Gold Elements and 4 Columns
H 54.73 in W 47.25 in D 13.78 in
Italian Modern Gold Brass Tubular Shelving Unit Étagère on Black Lacquered Base
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind contemporary geometric open shelves / bookcase, entirely handmade in Italy, of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Opinion Ciatti Henry II Triangular Corner Wall Shelf
By Bruno Rainaldi, Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
in glossy finish or in gold, silver, copper and black leaves, Henri shelves are ideal inside all
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Opinion Ciatti Henry III Triangular Wall Shelf Right
By Bruno Rainaldi, Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
in glossy finish or in gold, silver, copper and black leaves, Henri shelves are ideal inside all
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Opinion Ciatti Henry III Triangular Wall Shelf Left
By Bruno Rainaldi, Opinion Ciatti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
in glossy finish or in gold, silver, copper and black leaves, Henri shelves are ideal inside all
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Alias P53 AluZen Soft Shelf in Oak Veneered MDF with Lacquered Arms
By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Alias
Located in Brooklyn, NY
(A048), anodised gold (A049), anodised lead (A050) Available in other material finish option: Ash grey
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shelves

Materials

Oak

Rotating Shelving Unit with Full Body Mirror in Cream Shagreen by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
of 8 fixed shelves. This piece is designed by Kifu Augousti, the daughter of Ria and Yiouri Augousti
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Shelves

Materials

Brass

Three Tier Metal Orbital Shelving Unit with Golden Leaf Hand Finish, in Stock
By Redsoul
Located in Seattle, WA
, round, Color: Gold Item disclaimer: This pieces is fabricated and finished by hand. Minor variations in
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2010s American Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

Exceptional Large Signed Paul Evans 1969 Directional Sclupted Bronze Wall Unit
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
piece is an exceptional example of a stellar and much-loved design. All 12 smoked glass shelves are
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Osvaldo Borsani Modular Rosewood Bookcase Wall Unit with Removable Panels
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of six gold aluminum uprights forming five bays/sections with the five original, removable panel
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Koran inlaid "khatam kari" holder, Persia late 19th century
Located in PARIS, FR
create motifs, most often star shapes. Ivory, gold and silver can also be used. By skilful assembly, we
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Antique 1880s Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Elegant Antique Bamboo Chinoiserie Hanging Shelf Etagere
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A gorgeous refined hanging shelf in black, gold, red and brown having bamboo structure and
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Bamboo, Mirror

Cling Shelf, Bent Metal, Grey Painted, Minimalist Modern Design
By Lorenz+Kaz
Located in Milan, Lombardy
, gold and petroleum blue finishes. Cling is a display rack and shelf. It can be mounted on the wall, or
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2010s Italian Minimalist Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Metal

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Shelves In Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of shelves in gold you’re looking for. An item from our selection of shelves in gold — often made from metal, glass and wood — can elevate any home. There are 11 variations of the antique or vintage choice in our collection of shelves in gold you’re looking for, while we also have 7 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the object in our assortment of shelves in gold you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each option in this array of shelves in gold bearing Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Aymeric Lefort, Andrea Branzi and Ghidini 1961 each produced at least one beautiful piece of shelves in gold that is worth considering.

How Much is a Shelves In Gold?

Prices for a piece of shelves in gold can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $500 and can go as high as $14,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,320.
Questions About Shelves In Gold
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A shelving unit is a flexible piece of furniture with shelves that can be rearranged to accommodate various objects such as books, collectibles, sculptures and other items for display. It can also feature dividers and can be moved or adjusted for added functionality. Shop a collection of antique and vintage shelving units and shelves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    There are several ways to mount floating shelves. The best mounting options include using floating shelf brackets, installing cleats, or placing figure eights.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Storage shelves need to be large enough to properly and safely hold items but not too large that items will get lost or hidden behind each other. In a garage 12” is a good depth for smaller items and 16” for larger items.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Tempered glass is used most often for shelving. It is five to six times stronger than ordinary glass and provides better protection and safety. Shop a variety of vintage and antique tempered glass on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Typically, the best way to hang floating shelves is to install them into wall studs with screws. You can use a stud finder tool to locate the studs in the wall. A power drill can speed up installation. Shop a selection of floating shelves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, rose gold contains real gold. Rose gold is a material composed of gold mixed with copper and silver alloys. A common rose gold annoy is 75% gold and 25% copper, or 18k gold. Since it is an alloy, pure rose gold is non-existent.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Italian gold is indeed real gold. Italian gold is 14-karat, out of a possible 24-karat, which means it is 58% pure gold and 42% alloys. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary gold jewelry pieces from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While green gold is indeed real gold, it does have to be mixed with another material to achieve the color. Generally, yellow gold is used with an alloy of pure silver to create green gold. The effect is also subtle and may not be noticeable unless compared with another color of gold. Shop a selection of green gold pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, gold leaf contains real gold. Gold leaf is approximately 91.7% pure gold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, yellow gold contains real gold. The makeup of yellow gold is pure gold mixed with alloys. The karatage of yellow gold determines the amount of pure gold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 19 karat gold is real gold and is made of 19 parts gold and five parts other metals. 19 karat gold is usually mixed with copper, zinc, silver, palladium and nickel to increase durability. You’ll find a wide variety of 19 karat gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Antique gold is as real as contemporary gold. Pure gold is 24-karats, though few pieces of jewelry are actually made completely of 24-karat gold because it's extremely soft. 14-karat and 18-karat gold jewelry is usually mixed with alloy to make the piece a bit more durable.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not gold watches are real gold depends on the timepiece. Some gold watches simply have a gold-toned finish and contain no real gold. Others feature a thin layer of gold plating over top of other precious metals. Luxury watch makers often use 18-karat gold, an alloy that is 75 percent real gold and 25 percent other metals. Find a large selection of gold watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A gold Rolex Submariner is crafted to the same standard as all Rolex gold watches. Each watch is made from 18 karat gold that is at least 75 percent pure gold, with the other 25 percent being materials used to increase the strength of the watch. Browse a selection of Rolex watches, including the Submariner, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Gold plated items contain real gold, but are mostly composed of a different base metal. Generally, gold plated objects are made from copper or silver with a very thin layer of gold over the base metal.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mariner gold is indeed real gold. Depending on the style, Mariner designs are either 10 karat or 14 karat, and come in a range of colors like white gold and yellow gold. Shop a collection of Mariner gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    It depends on the brand but a Rolex gold watch is made in solid gold, while other brands may use gold capping or gold plating.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 20-karat gold is indeed real. Karat is a unit used to measure the purity level of a gold item. Pure gold is 24-karat while the makeup of 20-karat gold is 83.3% gold and 16.7% alloy. Shop a collection of expertly vetted 20-karat jewelry from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, gold dipped, also known as gold plated, pieces are considered real gold. The process coats a piece of metal or alloy with a layer of gold for a gold finish. Shop a collection of 18 karat gold jewelry, solid and dipped, on 1stDibs.

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