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Mid-Century Modern Shelves

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer. 

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Poul Cadovius Wall Unit or Room Divider
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Poul Cadovius, open bookshelf or room divider, metal, Denmark, 1960s This sizable and minimalist shelving unit was designed by Poul Cadovius. This shelving system exists of a thin f...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Poul Cadovius Wall Unit or Room Divider
Poul Cadovius Wall Unit or Room Divider

Poul Cadovius Wall Unit or Room Divider

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Franco Albini Rosewood Mid-Century Modern “LB7” Modular Bookcase for Poggi, 1957
By Franco Albini, Poggi
Located in Vicenza, IT
LB7 bookcase, designed by Franco Albini and manufactured by Poggi in 1957. Modular bookstore composed by upholds, containers with flying and doors, shelve. The industrial standard for every product component allows permanent and different solutions, from the bearing structures to the elements. The structure does not need anchorages to the wall and can be placed in the middle of the space. This set is composed of 3 modules, ten shelves, and three containers. It is made of Rosewood, iron, and brass. Excellent vintage condition. Franco Albini was born in Robbiate in 1905, and after his childhood and part of his youth, he moved to Milan. He graduated at Politecnico of Milan, Faculty of Architecture, in 1929, and He collaborated for three years in Giò Ponti and Emilio Lancia’s office. He probably had his international contacts here, at The International Exposition of 1929 in Barcelona and Paris, where he visited le Corbusier’s office, as Franca Helg used to tell. Throughout these first three years, his works were undoubtedly related to XIXth Century. His meeting with Edoardo Persico marks an evident turnover towards rationalism and writers for “Casabella” magazine. Persico’s thoughtful and ironical comments on some of Albini’s drawings for office furniture caused him deep upsetting. “I spent days of real anxiety – tells Albini – I had to answer all questions. I had a long fever”. The new phase that the meeting provoked begins with opening his own first office at Via Panizza with Renato Camus and Giancarlo Palanti. The group of Architects starts taking care of social housing, participating in the competition for the Baracca neighborhood in 1932, and then realizing the Ifacp neighborhood: Fabio Filzi (1936/38), Gabriele D’Annunzio, and Ettore Ponti (1939). During those years, He also worked for his first private villa (Pestarini). It is mainly in the context of exhibitions that the Italian architect experiments the compromise between rigor and poetic fantasy that Pagano was talking about; He conceived all the elements that would become recurrent in all types of his work – Architecture, Interiors, Design. The 1933 opening of the new Triennale of Milano, in Palazzo dell’Arte, becomes an occasion to express the highly innovative character of rationalist thinking. In this place, to experiment with new materials and solutions, but most of all a “method”. Young rationalist architects cultivated the art of exhibiting as a communication lab, an open field to space solutions. Albini, with Giancarlo Palanti, sets the steel structure house (with R. Camus, G. Mazzoleni, G. Minoletti and coordination by G. Pagano) designing also its furniture. For the next Triennale in 1936, marked by Persico’s early death, Franco Albini, together with a group of young architects around Pagano, takes care of the exhibition of Dwelling, where he presented 3 types of lodgings. In the same year, Albini and Romano design the exhibition for Ancient Italian jewelry: vertical uprights, simple linear poles design space. This element is recurring in other works, like the Scipione exhibition (1941), Vanzetti stand (1942), and Olivetti shop in Paris (1956). The architectural space is readable through a grid, introducing a third dimension, the vertical one, with a sense of lightness and transparency. Upright is also used in design objects, such as the Veliero bookcase...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Brass, Iron

Franco Albini Rosewood Mid-Century Modern “LB7” Modular Bookcase for Poggi, 1957
Franco Albini Rosewood Mid-Century Modern “LB7” Modular Bookcase for Poggi, 1957

Franco Albini Rosewood Mid-Century Modern “LB7” Modular Bookcase for Poggi, 1957

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1950s Italian Modular Bookshelf with Desk – Exotic Wood, Brass Hardware
Located in Rome, IT
This stunning example of 1950s Italian design is a modular bookshelf with an integrated desk, fully restored to its original glory. Crafted from exot...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Formica, Wood

1950s Italian Modular Bookshelf with Desk – Exotic Wood, Brass Hardware
1950s Italian Modular Bookshelf with Desk – Exotic Wood, Brass Hardware

1950s Italian Modular Bookshelf with Desk – Exotic Wood, Brass Hardware

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Dutch Mid-Century Mario Vender Style Three Section Pine Shelving Unit by Pastoe
By Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Dutch Mid-Century "Combex" series 3 section pine shelving unit by Pastoe with great lines. Left section (32.75”w) with 3 upper shelves and a lower burlap faced double door cabinet....
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Leather, Pine

Dutch Mid-Century Mario Vender Style Three Section Pine Shelving Unit by Pastoe
Dutch Mid-Century Mario Vender Style Three Section Pine Shelving Unit by Pastoe

Dutch Mid-Century Mario Vender Style Three Section Pine Shelving Unit by Pastoe

Mid-Century Ochre Enameled Pilastro Wall Mount Telephone Table with Cubby
By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century ochre enameled metal wall shelf by Pilastro. The rack has a slanted perforated metal magazine cubby, great for books or newspapers, and a top shelf. Originally for holdin...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Mid-Century Ochre Enameled Pilastro Wall Mount Telephone Table with Cubby
Mid-Century Ochre Enameled Pilastro Wall Mount Telephone Table with Cubby

Mid-Century Ochre Enameled Pilastro Wall Mount Telephone Table with Cubby

American Designer, Shelf, Walnut, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut shelf or console table designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Refinished.  Dimensions: 45.75” H x 94.25” W x 24.5” D
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Walnut

American Designer, Shelf, Walnut, USA, 1950s
American Designer, Shelf, Walnut, USA, 1950s

American Designer, Shelf, Walnut, USA, 1950s

Dieter Rams Designed System 606 Metal Wall Mount Shelving Unit by Vitsoe
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare all metal shelving unit from the "606" series, made by Vitsoe and designed by the renowned German designer Dieter Rams in 1960. The "less, but better" mentality of German indust...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Dieter Rams Designed System 606 Metal Wall Mount Shelving Unit by Vitsoe
Dieter Rams Designed System 606 Metal Wall Mount Shelving Unit by Vitsoe

Dieter Rams Designed System 606 Metal Wall Mount Shelving Unit by Vitsoe

Large Poul Cadovius Teak Wall System for Royal system Denmark
By Poul Cadovius, Royal System
Located in Den Haag, NL
Large Iconic Teak Wall System. 5 uprights . 3 Cabinets and 17 shelves, And the rare magazine shelve comes with all its hardware . This modular system can be changed in every way you ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Teak

Large Poul Cadovius Teak Wall System for Royal system Denmark
Large Poul Cadovius Teak Wall System for Royal system Denmark

Large Poul Cadovius Teak Wall System for Royal system Denmark

Pierre Chapo Modular "GO" Shelving Unit in Elm, 1980s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The GO system was created by Pierre Chapo in 1983 and can be considered an end-of-career highlight for the highly influential French designer. The piece is a visually appealing and i...
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1980s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Elm

Pierre Chapo Modular "GO" Shelving Unit in Elm, 1980s
Pierre Chapo Modular "GO" Shelving Unit in Elm, 1980s

Pierre Chapo Modular "GO" Shelving Unit in Elm, 1980s

Vivai del Sud Italian Bookcase Etagere Four Shelves in Bamboo and Rattan, 1970s
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Roma, IT
Marvelous mid-century bookcase fully made in curved bamboo and rattan. This charming and unique piece was designed by Vivai del Sud and produced in Italy during the 1970s. In fabul...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Vivai del Sud Italian Bookcase Etagere Four Shelves in Bamboo and Rattan, 1970s
Vivai del Sud Italian Bookcase Etagere Four Shelves in Bamboo and Rattan, 1970s

Vivai del Sud Italian Bookcase Etagere Four Shelves in Bamboo and Rattan, 1970s

Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous Mid-Century wall shelf in curved rattan and bamboo. This stylish organic shelf was designed by Franco Albini in Italy during the 1960s. In amazing conditions and with a cha...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s
Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s

Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s

Freestanding Wall unit, Bookshelves, Roomdivider, Midcentury Modern, 1950s
By Van den Berghe-Pauvers 1, Jos De Mey
Located in Antwerp, BE
Modular wall unit or room divider designed by Jos De Mey for Van den Berghe-Pauvers, Ghent Belgium. 1958. Four black metal mounted on oblique, four tapering legs, brass stretchers ad...
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1950s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Freestanding Wall unit, Bookshelves, Roomdivider, Midcentury Modern, 1950s
Freestanding Wall unit, Bookshelves, Roomdivider, Midcentury Modern, 1950s

Freestanding Wall unit, Bookshelves, Roomdivider, Midcentury Modern, 1950s

Italian Floor to Ceiling Shelving Unit, Second Half 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A floor-to-ceiling shelving unit, with space for both display and storage. Italy, second half 20th century. Designer unknown. The set is made of wooden block-board, finished in waln...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Steel

Italian Floor to Ceiling Shelving Unit, Second Half 20th Century
Italian Floor to Ceiling Shelving Unit, Second Half 20th Century

Italian Floor to Ceiling Shelving Unit, Second Half 20th Century

Wall Shelf System By Dieter Rams Vitsoe, Model 606, 1960s
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Rosendahl, DE
The modular shelving system "606", designed by Dieter Rams in 1960 and produced by Vitsœ. This setup is in good condition with light, age-appropriate signs of wear. It includes four ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Wall Shelf System By Dieter Rams Vitsoe, Model 606, 1960s
Wall Shelf System By Dieter Rams Vitsoe, Model 606, 1960s

Wall Shelf System By Dieter Rams Vitsoe, Model 606, 1960s

Milo Baughman Shelving Unit for Glenn of California c1950s
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Oakland, CA
Stunning and very practicable three level shelving unit designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California. Well documented and uncommon piece executed in walnut. Beautiful vintage co...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Walnut

Milo Baughman Shelving Unit for Glenn of California c1950s
Milo Baughman Shelving Unit for Glenn of California c1950s

Milo Baughman Shelving Unit for Glenn of California c1950s

Early Pierre Chapo 'B17C' Bibliothèque in Solid Elm 284 cm / 111.81 in.
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Pierre Chapo, 'Bibliothèque' wall unit bookshelf, largest version, model 'B17C', solid elm, France, 1970s This wall unit, known as model ‘B17’, is an early edition designed by the F...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Elm

Early Pierre Chapo 'B17C' Bibliothèque in Solid Elm 284 cm / 111.81 in.
Early Pierre Chapo 'B17C' Bibliothèque in Solid Elm 284 cm / 111.81 in.

Early Pierre Chapo 'B17C' Bibliothèque in Solid Elm 284 cm / 111.81 in.

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Mid Century Modern Hilker Furniture 4-Bay Wall Unit, Germany, 1960s
By Hilker
Located in Raleigh, NC
Vintage four-bay wall unit by Hilker of Germany, circa 1960. Wall mount steel frame with teak cabinets and glass clad bar cabinet.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Steel

Mid Century Modern Hilker Furniture 4-Bay Wall Unit, Germany, 1960s
Mid Century Modern Hilker Furniture 4-Bay Wall Unit, Germany, 1960s

Mid Century Modern Hilker Furniture 4-Bay Wall Unit, Germany, 1960s

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Angelo Mangiarotti Italian Wood Bookcases Shelves Cavalletto Model for Agapecasa
By Angelo Mangiarotti, AgapeCasa
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
A furnishing system made entirely of wood, designed by Angelo Mangiarotti in 1953. Its distinctive feature is a trestle in the shape of an upturned “V”, which means it is superimposable by means of a siply gravity joint, and whose special perimeter section can accomodate bookshelves on which closed containers...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Wood

Angelo Mangiarotti Italian Wood Bookcases Shelves Cavalletto Model for Agapecasa
Angelo Mangiarotti Italian Wood Bookcases Shelves Cavalletto Model for Agapecasa

Angelo Mangiarotti Italian Wood Bookcases Shelves Cavalletto Model for Agapecasa

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A set of Mid-Century teak bookshelves with five shelves
Located in London, GB
A set of Mid-Century teak bookshelves with five shelves, the upper shelf is set back slightly.
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Teak

A set of Mid-Century teak bookshelves with five shelves
A set of Mid-Century teak bookshelves with five shelves

A set of Mid-Century teak bookshelves with five shelves

Mategot Style Perforated Yellow Wall Mount Shelf by Pilastro
By Mathieu Matégot, Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Pilastro perforated, yellow enameled metal wall mounted, single shelf. Newly painted and lightly refinished. In good condition with some remaining visible wear consistent wit...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mategot Style Perforated Yellow Wall Mount Shelf by Pilastro
Mategot Style Perforated Yellow Wall Mount Shelf by Pilastro

Mategot Style Perforated Yellow Wall Mount Shelf by Pilastro

Mid-Century Modern Tricom Italian Etagere or Wall Unit after Milo Baughman
By Tricom, Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large symmetrical chrome and glass etagere in the style of Milo Baughman. It features a heavy chrome frame with clear rectangular sized glass shelves.
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Tricom Italian Etagere or Wall Unit after Milo Baughman
Mid-Century Modern Tricom Italian Etagere or Wall Unit after Milo Baughman

Mid-Century Modern Tricom Italian Etagere or Wall Unit after Milo Baughman

Four section String Shelving Unit by Kajsa & Nils Nisse Strinning, Sweden
By Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Classic Scandinavian pine shelving unit by the groundbreaking design duo and spouses Kajsa & Nils Nisse Strinning for String, Sweden. This unit consists of five sections...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Four section String Shelving Unit by Kajsa & Nils Nisse Strinning, Sweden
Four section String Shelving Unit by Kajsa & Nils Nisse Strinning, Sweden

Four section String Shelving Unit by Kajsa & Nils Nisse Strinning, Sweden

Explorer Cabinet Small Red by Jaime Hayon for BD Barcelona 2023
By Jaime Hayon
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Explorer Cabinet Small by Jaime Hayon for BD Barcelona The sinuous and elegant Explorer cabinet comes with space-age curves, functional storage and rich colours. Hayon wants furnitur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Explorer Cabinet Small Red by Jaime Hayon for BD Barcelona 2023
Explorer Cabinet Small Red by Jaime Hayon for BD Barcelona 2023

Explorer Cabinet Small Red by Jaime Hayon for BD Barcelona 2023

1960s Wall shelf, Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in Neuss, NW
Classic wall shelf from the 1960s. The high-quality shelves are veneered in oak. The system consists of 17 shelves and four ladders made of aluminum and oak veneer. Quality Features...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Oak

1960s Wall shelf, Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
1960s Wall shelf, Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler

1960s Wall shelf, Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler

Carlo Scarpa for Bernini '795' Library in Metal and Walnut
By Carlo Scarpa, Bernini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carlo Scarpa for Bernini, library or wall unit, model '795', walnut, metal, Italy, design 1935, edition made in 1980s Stunning library designed by Carlo Scarpa for Bernini. This wal...
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1930s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Carlo Scarpa for Bernini '795' Library in Metal and Walnut
Carlo Scarpa for Bernini '795' Library in Metal and Walnut

Carlo Scarpa for Bernini '795' Library in Metal and Walnut

1950s Italian Modular Bookshelf with Desk – Exotic Wood, Brass Hardware
Located in Rome, IT
This stunning example of 1950s Italian design is a modular bookshelf with an integrated desk, fully restored to its original glory. Crafted from exot...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Formica, Wood

1950s Italian Modular Bookshelf with Desk – Exotic Wood, Brass Hardware
1950s Italian Modular Bookshelf with Desk – Exotic Wood, Brass Hardware

1950s Italian Modular Bookshelf with Desk – Exotic Wood, Brass Hardware

Poul Cadovius modular Teak Wall system Denmark 1960s
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Den Haag, NL
Poul Cadovius Royal Wall system 1960s Denmark .consisting of . 3 uprights Three cabinets . One display Glass door cabinet ,One Large Three drawers cabinet ,and one small cabinets wi...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Teak

Poul Cadovius modular Teak Wall system Denmark 1960s
Poul Cadovius modular Teak Wall system Denmark 1960s

Poul Cadovius modular Teak Wall system Denmark 1960s

Paul Evans Wall-Hanging Console, Sculpted Bronze, Slate, Signed
By Paul Evans, Directional
Located in New York, NY
Paul Evans Wall-Hanging Console, Sculpted Bronze, Slate, Signed. In original condition and purchased from the original owner. Large scale chunky wall mounted shelf, finished dark in ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Slate, Bronze

Paul Evans Wall-Hanging Console, Sculpted Bronze, Slate, Signed
Paul Evans Wall-Hanging Console, Sculpted Bronze, Slate, Signed

Paul Evans Wall-Hanging Console, Sculpted Bronze, Slate, Signed

Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf or Console in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy, 1960
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful midcentury large wall shelf or console in curved bamboo, rattan and hand-woven wicker. This incredibly charming piece was designed by the mastery of Franco Albini and produ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf or Console in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy, 1960
Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf or Console in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy, 1960

Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf or Console in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy, 1960

Midcentury Italian Modular Bookshelf with Unusual Drawers, Italy
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Mid-Century Modern Modular Teak Bookshelf, Italy 1960s An unsual modular bookshelf crafted in Italy in the 1960s, featuring a sleek iron frame with polished brass feet, two uniquely...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Brass, Iron

Midcentury Italian Modular Bookshelf with Unusual Drawers, Italy
Midcentury Italian Modular Bookshelf with Unusual Drawers, Italy

Midcentury Italian Modular Bookshelf with Unusual Drawers, Italy

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Romeo Rega Brass & Espresso Color Enamel Shelf Cabinet
By Romeo Rega
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this circa 1970s shelf cabinet is attributed to Romeo Rega. The base is an espresso colored enamel over wood with a brass base and hardwar...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Romeo Rega Brass & Espresso Color Enamel Shelf Cabinet
Romeo Rega Brass & Espresso Color Enamel Shelf Cabinet

Romeo Rega Brass & Espresso Color Enamel Shelf Cabinet

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Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno White Wall Unit
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, wall-mounted wall unit, metal, white laminated wood, Italy, 1950s  This wall mounted shelving system was designed by Osvaldo Borsani. Its purpose was a co...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno White Wall Unit
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno White Wall Unit

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno White Wall Unit

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Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Extraordinary Mid-Century wall shelf in curved rattan, bamboo and wicker. This marvellous object was made in Italy in the 1960s and is attributed to the mastery of Franco Albini. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s

Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s

Mid-Century Tomado Style Teak Wall Mount Shelf, 1960's
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Tomado style teak wall mounted shelving unit with black enameled metal risers and three adjustable shelves. This Dutch, early 1960's wall shelf is a versatile and functio...
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1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Wire

Mid-Century Tomado Style Teak Wall Mount Shelf, 1960's
Mid-Century Tomado Style Teak Wall Mount Shelf, 1960's

Mid-Century Tomado Style Teak Wall Mount Shelf, 1960's

Space-Age Red Plastic Cube Modular Shelving Record Storage
Located in Lake Worth, FL
This vintage space-age red plastic cube modular shelving system, dating from the 1970s-80s, is a stylish and functional piece of furniture. Made of hard plastic this original set inc...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Plastic

Space-Age Red Plastic Cube Modular Shelving Record Storage
Space-Age Red Plastic Cube Modular Shelving Record Storage

Space-Age Red Plastic Cube Modular Shelving Record Storage

Rayonnage Mural Jean Prouvé 1936 France mid century modern industrial architect
By Vitra, Jean Prouvé
Located in Dronten, NL
The streamlined shape of the two wall brackets of the Rayonnage Mural bookcase (1936) is a recurring element in Prouvé's creative oeuvre. Executed in Prouvé Blanc Colombe (ecru) enam...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Steel

Rayonnage Mural Jean Prouvé 1936 France mid century modern industrial architect
Rayonnage Mural Jean Prouvé 1936 France mid century modern industrial architect

Rayonnage Mural Jean Prouvé 1936 France mid century modern industrial architect

Charlotte Perriand Nuage Shelving Unit, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shelving Unit designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1952-56. Relaunched by Cassina in 2012. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Authenticity and avant-garde characterise Charlotte Perria...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Aluminum

Charlotte Perriand Nuage Shelving Unit, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Nuage Shelving Unit, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Nuage Shelving Unit, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina

Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Unit with Desk and Cabinet
By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming Dutch Mid-Century, Pilastro enameled metal wall unit with desk and upper cabinet. This unit features a gray enameled desk and cabinet with black and white sliding doors, thr...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Unit with Desk and Cabinet
Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Unit with Desk and Cabinet

Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Unit with Desk and Cabinet

Minimalist Alvar Aalto Drawer Wall Shelf Model B 114, 1950s for Artek
By Alvar Aalto, Artek, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, FI
A beautiful drawer shelf / console by Alvar Aalto in solid birch and oak veneer for Artek. A small and very practical addition to your entrance or any wall space to keep keys or smal...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Birch, Oak

Minimalist Alvar Aalto Drawer Wall Shelf Model B 114, 1950s for Artek
Minimalist Alvar Aalto Drawer Wall Shelf Model B 114, 1950s for Artek

Minimalist Alvar Aalto Drawer Wall Shelf Model B 114, 1950s for Artek

Monumental Danish Modular Wine Rack After Richard Nissen for Nissen Langaa
By Arthur Umanoff, Richard Nissen
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A truly monumental modular wine rack attributed to Richard Nissen for Nissen Langaa. This wine rack is 9 bottles wide and 13 bottles tall for a total of 117. Most in this style are m...
Category

1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

Monumental Danish Modular Wine Rack After Richard Nissen for Nissen Langaa
Monumental Danish Modular Wine Rack After Richard Nissen for Nissen Langaa

Monumental Danish Modular Wine Rack After Richard Nissen for Nissen Langaa

1970s Danish Cadovius Teak 5-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Bookshelf Library
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A stunning 1970s five-bay Danish teak CADO shelving system designed by Paul Cadovius consisting of 32 pieces including the uprights, plus 50 brackets. Th...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

1970s Danish Cadovius Teak 5-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Bookshelf Library
1970s Danish Cadovius Teak 5-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Bookshelf Library

1970s Danish Cadovius Teak 5-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Bookshelf Library

Vintage Ikea 'Enetri' Shelf by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s String Shelving
By IKEA, Niels Gammelgaard
Located in Zagreb, HR
The famous Ikea shelf designed by Niels Gammelgaard in the 1980s, first introduced as the ‘Moment’ shelf, and later changing its name to ‘Enetri’ and ‘Guide’. One of the most search...
Category

1980s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Vintage Ikea 'Enetri' Shelf by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s String Shelving
Vintage Ikea 'Enetri' Shelf by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s String Shelving

Vintage Ikea 'Enetri' Shelf by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s String Shelving

Bernhardt & Vella Pair of 'Alba' Freestanding Ceiling Fixed Bookcases for Arflex
By Bernhardt & Vella, Arflex
Located in Tilburg, NL
Ellen Bernhardt and Paola Vella for Arflex, 'Alba' Sectional Freestanding Ceiling Fixed Bookcase. This is a wonderful and very versatile freestanding bookcase with many possibilitie...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Bernhardt & Vella Pair of 'Alba' Freestanding Ceiling Fixed Bookcases for Arflex
Bernhardt & Vella Pair of 'Alba' Freestanding Ceiling Fixed Bookcases for Arflex

Bernhardt & Vella Pair of 'Alba' Freestanding Ceiling Fixed Bookcases for Arflex

Vintage Medium Size Enameled Metal Hefty Utility Bins
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medium sized multi-color enameled metal stacking utility bins in original condition with visible patina and wear. Mostly in shades of gray, brown and blue...
Category

1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Vintage Medium Size Enameled Metal Hefty Utility Bins
Vintage Medium Size Enameled Metal Hefty Utility Bins

Vintage Medium Size Enameled Metal Hefty Utility Bins

Midcentury Italian Walnut Burl Wood Three Shelves Bookcase Library
Located in Carimate, Como
A beautiful Italian walnut, carved, three shelves and two side doors bookcase, with great details and frames shaped in Victorian, Napoleon III, Louis XV style with beautiful burl woo...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Italian Walnut Burl Wood Three Shelves Bookcase Library
Midcentury Italian Walnut Burl Wood Three Shelves Bookcase Library

Midcentury Italian Walnut Burl Wood Three Shelves Bookcase Library

Charlotte Perriand Nuage Shelving Unit, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shelving Unit model Nuage designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1952-56. Relaunched by Cassina in 2012. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Authenticity and avant-garde characterise Char...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Charlotte Perriand Nuage Shelving Unit, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Nuage Shelving Unit, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Nuage Shelving Unit, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina

Vintage 3 bay Omni Wall Unit by George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beautiful 3 bay Omni wall unit by goerge nelson. walnut with floor to ceiling aluminum uprights.
Category

1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage 3 bay Omni Wall Unit by George Nelson
Vintage 3 bay Omni Wall Unit by George Nelson

Vintage 3 bay Omni Wall Unit by George Nelson

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Milo Baughman Shelving Unit for Glenn of California c1950s
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Oakland, CA
Stunning and very practicable three level shelving unit designed by Milo Baughman for Glenn of California. Well documented and uncommon piece executed in walnut. Beautiful vintage co...
Category

1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Milo Baughman Shelving Unit for Glenn of California c1950s
Milo Baughman Shelving Unit for Glenn of California c1950s

Milo Baughman Shelving Unit for Glenn of California c1950s

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George Nakashima 6 Foot Free Edge Corner Counter Shelf or Console, Signed, 1971
By George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A corner-mounted counter shelf or floating console table by George Nakashima comprising a single slab in American black walnut with two free edges, signe...
Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

George Nakashima 6 Foot Free Edge Corner Counter Shelf or Console, Signed, 1971
George Nakashima 6 Foot Free Edge Corner Counter Shelf or Console, Signed, 1971

George Nakashima 6 Foot Free Edge Corner Counter Shelf or Console, Signed, 1971

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Signed Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Wall Unit with Smoked Glass 1971
By Paul Evans
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Signed Paul Evans Sculpted Broze Wall Unit with Smoked Glass 1971
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bronze

Signed Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Wall Unit with Smoked Glass 1971
Signed Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Wall Unit with Smoked Glass 1971

Signed Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Wall Unit with Smoked Glass 1971

Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Shelving Unit with Cabinet and Light
By Coen de Vries, Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century, Pilastro produced, enameled metal wall unit with shelves. Made in the 1950s, this unit includes five grey, red, and black enameled metal shelves, a black enameled ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Shelving Unit with Cabinet and Light
Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Shelving Unit with Cabinet and Light

Mid-Century Pilastro Two Section Wall Shelving Unit with Cabinet and Light

Angelo Mangiarotti Italian Wood Bookcases Shelves Cavalletto Model for Agapecasa
By Angelo Mangiarotti, AgapeCasa
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
A furnishing system made entirely of wood, designed by Angelo Mangiarotti in 1953. Its distinctive feature is a trestle in the shape of an upturned “V”, which means it is superimposable by means of a siply gravity joint, and whose special perimeter section can accomodate bookshelves on which closed containers...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Angelo Mangiarotti Italian Wood Bookcases Shelves Cavalletto Model for Agapecasa
Angelo Mangiarotti Italian Wood Bookcases Shelves Cavalletto Model for Agapecasa

Angelo Mangiarotti Italian Wood Bookcases Shelves Cavalletto Model for Agapecasa

Charlotte Perriand Nuage À Plots, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shelving Unit designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1952-56. Relaunched by Cassina in 2012. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Nuage à Plots by Charlotte ...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Charlotte Perriand Nuage À Plots, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Nuage À Plots, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Nuage À Plots, Wood and Aluminium by Cassina

Large Wall Unit with Shelves, Desk, and Light by Coen de Vries for Pilastro
By Pilastro, Coen de Vries
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare and amazing Mid-Century Pilastro wall unit set by Coen de Vries in black and gray. A separate work desk sporting metal drawers and a coordinating teak top sits center to the wall unit. The overhead light slides in to the bottom of the overhanging unit and has a built-in enameled metal shelf. The unit is comprised of multiple panel-backed Pilastro bookcases with extended shelving units. The metal is in very original condition with visible signs of wear and some enamel loss. One of the tall book shelves...
Category

1960s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Sheet Metal

Large Wall Unit with Shelves, Desk, and Light by Coen de Vries for Pilastro
Large Wall Unit with Shelves, Desk, and Light by Coen de Vries for Pilastro

Large Wall Unit with Shelves, Desk, and Light by Coen de Vries for Pilastro

Expertly Restored - Janet Schwietzer "Obra" Wall Unit for Pace Collection
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category

1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Expertly Restored - Janet Schwietzer "Obra" Wall Unit for Pace Collection
Expertly Restored - Janet Schwietzer "Obra" Wall Unit for Pace Collection

Expertly Restored - Janet Schwietzer "Obra" Wall Unit for Pace Collection

Vintage Ikea 'Enetri' Shelf by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s String Shelving
By IKEA, Niels Gammelgaard
Located in Zagreb, HR
The famous Ikea shelf designed by Niels Gammelgaard in the 1980s, first introduced as the 'Moment' shelf, and later changing its name to 'Enetri' and 'Guide'. One of the most search...
Category

1980s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Vintage Ikea 'Enetri' Shelf by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s String Shelving
Vintage Ikea 'Enetri' Shelf by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s String Shelving

Vintage Ikea 'Enetri' Shelf by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s String Shelving

Mid-Century Pilastro Double Wide Section Wall Shelf Unit with Desk and Cabinet
By Tjerk Reijenga, Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro double wide enameled metal wall shelving unit. This unit features a metal desk with white perforated drawer fronts, large white cabinet...
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Pilastro Double Wide Section Wall Shelf Unit with Desk and Cabinet
Mid-Century Pilastro Double Wide Section Wall Shelf Unit with Desk and Cabinet

Mid-Century Pilastro Double Wide Section Wall Shelf Unit with Desk and Cabinet

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. This fantastic piece feature...
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Wood, Rattan, Cane, Wicker

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s
Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s

Set of Five Kartell Inspired White Floating Molded Acrylic Wall Shelves
By Kartell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 5 molded, Mid-Century, acrylic floating wall shelves. Two small (1 bright white, 1 off white) 17.75 x 12.125 x 13.75", two medium (off whi...
Category

1970s Dutch Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Acrylic

Set of Five Kartell Inspired White Floating Molded Acrylic Wall Shelves
Set of Five Kartell Inspired White Floating Molded Acrylic Wall Shelves

Set of Five Kartell Inspired White Floating Molded Acrylic Wall Shelves

Poul Cadovius for Cado "Royal System" Modular Wall Shelve, circa 1948
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
'Royal System' wall shelve designed by Poul Cadovius, circa 1948. Manufactured by Cado in Denmark. In good original condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials: Wood Metal Dimensions: D 20.2 cm x W 60.5 cm x H 99 cm Poul Cadovius (1911-2011) was a Danish designer and manufacturer. Trained as a saddler and upholster, Cadovius became interested in industrial design and established his own furniture manufacturing company under the name of Royal Systems in 1945. Between 1964-1967, Cadovius purchased the well-established furniture manufacturer France & Søn and renamed the company Cado. Cadovius collaborated with the impressive roster of iconic Danish designers through France & Søn and Cado, including Sigvar Bernadotte, Grete Jalk, Arne Vodder, Edvard Kindt-Larsen, and Finn Juhl. His minimalistic aesthetic is considered a perfect harmony between form and function, industrial and organic, affordable and elegant. Although the Royal System shelving unit...
Category

1940s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Poul Cadovius for Cado "Royal System" Modular Wall Shelve, circa 1948
Poul Cadovius for Cado "Royal System" Modular Wall Shelve, circa 1948

Poul Cadovius for Cado "Royal System" Modular Wall Shelve, circa 1948

Charlotte Perriand Berger Wood Stool by Cassina
By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool model Berger designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1953-61. Relaunched by Cassina in 2011. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. Reclaiming simple materials and basic shapes, with an eye to architecture and mountain life...
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Charlotte Perriand Berger Wood Stool by Cassina
Charlotte Perriand Berger Wood Stool by Cassina

Charlotte Perriand Berger Wood Stool by Cassina

An Italian Wood Bookshelf or Console Table, circa 1970
Located in New York, NY
A three-tier ash wood shelving unit or console with a columnar support with brass details, resting on a brass plinth. Italy, circa 1970 Size: 32 ...
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

An Italian Wood Bookshelf or Console Table, circa 1970
An Italian Wood Bookshelf or Console Table, circa 1970

An Italian Wood Bookshelf or Console Table, circa 1970

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ICF Padova Office Modular Steel Wood Italian Shelf, Italy, 1970
Located in Madrid, ES
Office modular shelf edited by ICF Padova in the 1970s. Height adjustable steel structure, with mahogany shelves and two storage modules with sliding doors.
Category

1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

ICF Padova Office Modular Steel Wood Italian Shelf, Italy, 1970
ICF Padova Office Modular Steel Wood Italian Shelf, Italy, 1970

ICF Padova Office Modular Steel Wood Italian Shelf, Italy, 1970

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Midcentury Italian Black Lacquer and Brass Wall Unit
Located in Troy, MI
Italian display unit in black lacquered wood with glass shelves and brass accents, circa 1970s. Generously sized lower cabinet has hinged doors with single internal shelf in each sec...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Italian Black Lacquer and Brass Wall Unit
Midcentury Italian Black Lacquer and Brass Wall Unit

Midcentury Italian Black Lacquer and Brass Wall Unit

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Milo Baughman Style Tall Chrome and Glass Column Étagère
By Milo Baughman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Milo Baughman style tall chrome and glass column étagère, Each one fitted with four 17 inch square clear glass shelves. Each cube shelf has a display heigh...
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Milo Baughman Style Tall Chrome and Glass Column Étagère
Milo Baughman Style Tall Chrome and Glass Column Étagère

Milo Baughman Style Tall Chrome and Glass Column Étagère

Mid Century Paul McCobb Calvin Irwin Collection Shelf Bookshelf Room Divider
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Rare Mid Century sideboard, shelf unit, room divider, designed by Paul McCobb as part of the sought after Irwin Collection series for Calvin, circa 1950’s. This example features ble...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Paul McCobb Calvin Irwin Collection Shelf Bookshelf Room Divider
Mid Century Paul McCobb Calvin Irwin Collection Shelf Bookshelf Room Divider

Mid Century Paul McCobb Calvin Irwin Collection Shelf Bookshelf Room Divider

Teak Wall Mounted Paper Towel Holder with Shelf
Located in Fairfield, CA
A vintage teak paper towel holder with a shelf above. Nice minimalist and multifunctional design. The sides unscrew for removing the rod to keep paper towels. 2 hooks on the back for...
Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Teak Wall Mounted Paper Towel Holder with Shelf
Teak Wall Mounted Paper Towel Holder with Shelf

Teak Wall Mounted Paper Towel Holder with Shelf

4 Floating Shelves with 6 Sculptural Wooden Pebbles, Sereno by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Set of Four Floating Shelves with Six Sculptural Wooden Pebble Accents, Sereno by Joel Escalona — What happens when the practical becomes art? What happens when ornamentation gains...
Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Oak

4 Floating Shelves with 6 Sculptural Wooden Pebbles, Sereno by Joel Escalona
4 Floating Shelves with 6 Sculptural Wooden Pebbles, Sereno by Joel Escalona

4 Floating Shelves with 6 Sculptural Wooden Pebbles, Sereno by Joel Escalona

Midcentury Walnut Cado Display Shelf
By Poul Cadovius
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Walnut Cado System display shelf thats meant to hold books or flat artwork. The shelf has a beautiful catch at the bottom preventing a book from...
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Midcentury Walnut Cado Display Shelf
Midcentury Walnut Cado Display Shelf

Midcentury Walnut Cado Display Shelf

Walnut Floating Shelving Unit Still Life Floating Shelf
By Alabama Sawyer
Located in Birmingham, AL
This Floating Shelving Unit offers a new and modern take on Mid-century wall storage. Defined by sturdiness and minimalism, this Still Life floating shelving unit is available in nat...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Walnut Floating Shelving Unit Still Life Floating Shelf
Walnut Floating Shelving Unit Still Life Floating Shelf

Walnut Floating Shelving Unit Still Life Floating Shelf

1st Generation Eames ESU 220-C for Herman Miller, in Red, Blue, Yellow
By Charles and Ray Eames, Herman Miller
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1st generation ESU, model 220-C storage unit, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Inspired by industrial warehouse shelving, this first-generation ESU from ...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Steel

1st Generation Eames ESU 220-C for Herman Miller, in Red, Blue, Yellow
1st Generation Eames ESU 220-C for Herman Miller, in Red, Blue, Yellow

1st Generation Eames ESU 220-C for Herman Miller, in Red, Blue, Yellow

Pierre Chapo Special Black Edition Wall-Mounted Book Shelve B17
By Chapo Creation, Pierre Chapo
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Special black edition of B17 wall-mounted book shelve designed by Pierre Chapo, circa 1970 in France. Manufactured by Chapo Creation, 2019. Oakwood. ...
Category

2010s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Pierre Chapo Special Black Edition Wall-Mounted Book Shelve B17
Pierre Chapo Special Black Edition Wall-Mounted Book Shelve B17

Pierre Chapo Special Black Edition Wall-Mounted Book Shelve B17

1960s Sculptural Pair Étagère Roger Sprunger for Dunbar
By Roger Sprunger, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents 1960s Mid Century Sculptural Étagères Set of 2 by Roger Sprunger for Dunbar Indiana 79.25, 79x 20.25 x 20.25 One Étagère is .5 inch...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

1960s Sculptural Pair Étagère Roger Sprunger for Dunbar
1960s Sculptural Pair Étagère Roger Sprunger for Dunbar

1960s Sculptural Pair Étagère Roger Sprunger for Dunbar

Mid-century Modern shelves for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern shelves for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage shelves created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, wall decorations, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern shelves made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original shelves, popular names associated with this style include Cassina, Charlotte Perriand, Poul Cadovius, and Mathieu Matégot. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for shelves differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $120,000 while the average work can sell for $2,886.

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