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String Shelving System

String Shelving System by Nisse Strinning for String, 1949
By Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic Scandinavian Design String shelving system designed by Nisse Strinning for String, 1949
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Vintage 1940s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wire

Free Standing String Shelving System, Teak Bookcase with Cabinet by Whb Germany
By WHB furniture
Located in Gaggenau, DE
String shelf-system teak by WHB Germany, 1950s Measurements: Height : 225 cm Width : 145 cm Depth
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

String Shelf System, Bookcase with Bar Cabinet Teak by WHB Germany, 1950s
By WHB furniture
Located in Gaggenau, DE
a very unique and wonderful String shelving system unite made of Teak wood by WHB Deutschland
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Teak

Vintage Nisse Strinning for String Pinewood Shelving System, Sweden, 1960s
By Nils Nisse Strinning, Poul Cadovius, String Design AB
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Vintage Nisse Strinning for string pinewood shelving system, Sweden, 1960s This shelving system
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Original String Design Shelving System, Designed by Nils Strinning, 1950s Sweden
By Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB
Located in Neuss, NW
Original String shelf designed in 1949 by Nils Strinning in ash veneer. The system consists of six
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Ash

1950s Shelving System by Nils Strinning
By Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB
Located in Neuss, NW
Original String shelf designed in 1949 by Nils Strinning in ash veneer. The system consists of five
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Shelves

Materials

Metal

1950s Shelving System by Nils Strinning
1950s Shelving System by Nils Strinning
H 30.71 in W 94.49 in D 11.82 in
Mid century String shelf system teak & metal by Olof Pira Sweden, 1960s
By Olof Pira, String Design AB
Located in The Hague, NL
A large 1960s modular shelving system ‘Pira’ designed by Olaf Pira for string of Sweden, made of
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Shelving System / Wall Unit by Nisse Strinning for String Design AB Sweden, 1960
By Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Schagen, NL
This exceptional three section shelving system was manufactured in pinewood, circa the 1960s By
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Large Wall Shelving Unit by Nisse Strinning for String, 1960s
By Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Markington, GB
Large wall shelving unit by Nisse Strinning for String, 1960s. The string wall system was designed
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Large Retro Vintage Desk Plus Shelving Unit by Nisse Strinning for String, 1960s
By Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Markington, GB
Large retro vintage desk plus shelving unit by Nisse Strinning for String, 1960s the string wall
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

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Minimalistic Shelving System by Nils “Nisse” Strinning for String, Sweden, 1949
By Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
Minimalistic shelving system by Nils “Nisse” strinning for string, Sweden, 1949 pinewood This
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

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Vintage Teak String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
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Located in Kirchlengern, DE
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Vintage Teak String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Original String Walnut Wall Unit by Nisse Strinning for String Design AB, 1960s
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Vintage Teak String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
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By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
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Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with the name
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Vintage Walnut String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
in Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Vintage Teak String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with the name
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Vintage Walnut String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
in Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with
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Original Swedish String Walnut Wall Unit by Nisse Strinning for String, 1960s
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with the name
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Vintage Teak String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
By Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with the name
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Vintage Teak String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
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Vintage Teak String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
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Vintage Teak String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Vintage Ash String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning for String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Original 1960s Teak String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning for String Design AB Sweden
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Modernist Teak String Wall Board by Nisse Strinning for String AB, Sweden, 1960
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
in Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Set of Two Ash String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning for String Design Ab, 1960s
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Vintage Walnut String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Vintage Elm String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Vintage Teak String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Vintage Ash String Wall Unit Nisse Strinning for String Design Ab, Sweden, 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Original Ashwood 1960s Modular String Wall Unit by Nisse Strinning, Sweden
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with the name
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood, Ash

Original Elmwood 1960s Modular String Wall Unit by Nisse Strinning, Sweden
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
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Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood, Elm

Original 1960s Modular String Wall Unit in Ashwood by Nisse Strinning, Sweden
By Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
in Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Ash

1960s Walnut String Wall Unit and Desktop Nisse Strinning Made in Sweden
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with the name
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Original 1960s Modular String Wall Unit in Ashwood by Nisse Strinning, Sweden
By Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with the name
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Original 1960s Modular String Wall Unit in Ashwood by Nisse Strinning, Sweden
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Stockholm, before he designed the legendary String shelving system, which is still equivalent with the name
Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

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String Shelving System For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal string shelving system for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every string shelving system was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the string shelving system you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right string shelving system, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made string shelving system over the years, but those crafted by Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB and Olof Pira are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a String Shelving System?

Prices for a string shelving system can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $701 and can go as high as $11,750, while the average can fetch as much as $2,764.

Finding the Right shelves for You

From valuable historical memorabilia to rare architectural models to priceless family photos, there’s no shortage of collectibles and curiosities worthy of adorning your home. Why not take the time to find the ideal antique, new or vintage shelves for your treasured trinkets?

For every space and object, there’s sure to be a wall-mounted or sturdy floor solution that matches your shelving needs on 1stDibs. And while shelves should technically stick out from your wall, they shouldn’t from the rest of your decor.

Because you can find shelves made with a wide variety of materials today, everything from teak to brass, your shelving can seamlessly support your existing color scheme and design style. An arrangement of shelves from floor to ceiling can turn your wall into a proud storage space for displaying artwork, decorative objects and books. Options abound with regard to shelving for the latter, as furniture designers know that literature creates an inviting atmosphere in any room, and one of the simplest ways to integrate books into an interior design is with the right shelves or bookcase.

Elegant shelving is a must for a happy home office or library, but a sharp shelving system can freshen up virtually any room in your home. Proudly display your vintage dinner plates and other tableware with open shelving in the kitchen or tuck away linens in big baskets on shelves in your bathroom if you’re navigating life without a proper linen closet.

On 1stDibs, find a wide range of shelves that includes everything from mid-century modern floating shelves to decorative Chinese shelves dating from the 18th century to contemporary statement-making structures that are as provocative as they are convenient.