Mid Century Teak Corner Unit, 1960s
By Greaves and Thomas
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century teak corner cabinet possibly by Greaves & Thomas, circa 1960's The corner cabinet
Teak
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Wall Unit
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Danish Modern Teak Wall Unit. Pieces can be re-arranged. 96w 18d Rails are 69h
Wood, Teak
Exceptional Vintage Mid Century French Teak Wall Unit Cabinet
Located in Detroit, MI
This exceptional vintage mid century modern teak wall unit cabinet was made in France circa 1970
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
$525Sale Price|50% Off
Danish Modern Teak Shelving Unit with Vertical Record Storage
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish Modern teak shelving unit features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original
Teak
Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Shelving & Cabinet Storage Wall Units
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Avalon Modular Teak & Metal Multi Piece Mid Century Modern Bookcase Wall Unit AVALON a mid
Steel
1970s Mid-Century TV unit / media unit cabinet by Sakol
Located in London, GB
A compact Mid-Century teak media cabinet / TV stand produced by Scottish Mid-Century manufacturer
Brass
Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving & Bookcase
By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern Hansen & Guldborg modular teak wood wall unit shelving
Metal
Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner Teak Bookcase Shelving Unit Etagere Mint!
By Dux of Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern Corner teak bookcase shelving unit Eetagere MINT!
Teak
Mid-Century Teak Wall Unit by Ico Parisi, Italy 1960s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century teak wall unit by Ico Parisi - Italy 1960s.
Teak
Drop Front Bookcase Desk, Wall Unit, Teak Veneer, Danish Mid Century Modern
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A distinctive wall unit in the mid-century modern tradition, crafted from teak veneer and
Wood, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Italian Teak Wall Unit by Ico Parisi, 1960s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Teak Wall Unit by Ico Parisi, 1960s
Teak
Rare Mid century Danish Teak Wall Unit with 3 cabinets, by Sven Ellekaer, 1960
By Sven Ellekaer
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Rare Big Mid century Danish Teak Wall Unit with 3 cabinets by Sven Ellekaer , Denmark, 1960s
Teak
Mid century Teak wall shelving unit by Hilker for Omnia, Germany, 1960s
By Omnia, Hilker
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Mid century Teak shelving unit by Hilker for Omnia, Germany 1960s Designed by Hilker - Made from
Metal
Mid Century Modern Italian Floor to Ceiling teak Wall Unit - 1960s
Located in Uccle, BE
Mid Century Modern Italian Floor to Ceiling teak Wall Unit - 1960s adjustable height... Wear
Metal
$2,650Sale Price / set|20% Off
Teak Mid-Century Modern Free Standing Shelving Unit with Writing Table, 1960s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Mid-Century Modern freestanding shelving unit. Striking Belgium design from
Iron
Unusual Two Bay Solid Teak Stereo Wall Unit Woodcraft Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
height you desire. We have several wall units from various Mid-Century makers and this one is our
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Teak and Bamboo Desk Wall Unit Attributed to Osvaldo Borsani
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Teak and Bamboo Desk Wall Unit Attributed to Osvaldo Borsani
Bamboo, Teak
Mid Century Italian Free Standing Teak Shelving Unit, 1950's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice free standing shelve system, fabricated in Italy in the 50's. Wooden (teak veneer
Metal
Vintage Danish Teak Bookcases, Set of Three, Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit, 1960s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
An elegant Set of Three Danish bookcases, crafted from teak veneer in a Mid-Century Modern style
Teak
Mid Century Italian Free Standing Teak Shelving Unit, 1950's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice free standing shelve system, fabricated in Italy in the 50's. Wooden (teak veneer
Metal
Mid Century Italian Free Standing Teak Shelving Unit, 1950's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice free standing shelve system, fabricated in Italy in the 50's. 4 wooden (teak veneer
Metal
Mid Century Italian Free Standing Teak Shelving Unit, 1950's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice free standing shelve system, fabricated in Italy in the 50's. 5 wooden (teak veneer
Metal
Florence Knoll Sideboard Wall Bar Unit Teak 1954 Knoll International Mid Century
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Munster, NRW
Wall mounted sideboard unit by Florence Knoll, made by Knoll International, Stuttgart in 1954
Teak
Staples Ladderax Shelving Unit, Teak Mid-Century like Danish 50s String Shelves
By Robert Heal, Ladderax
Located in London, GB
Kajsa Strinning. It would make a fantastic addition to a European mid-century themed modern interior. It
Metal
$3,996Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Shelf Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet- 2 pcs
By Lovig Dansk, Arne Vodder
Located in Madison, WI
Fantastic, minimalist Original Danish Teak Mid Century Credenza piece that is just the perfect size
Wood, Teak
$5,186Sale Price|42% Off
Mid-Century Modern, 1960 Extra Large Teak / Metal Tomado Shelving or Wall Unit
By Tomado
Located in Markington, GB
Stunning sought after extra large Tomado rack in very good vintage condition, A very large set of 14 ladders and 30 shelves (three deeper ones) This will be the largest set available...
Metal
Four Door Pierre Jeanneret Cabinet / Storage Unit PJ-R-14-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A solid teak storage unit by Pierre Jeanneret for the Chandigarh Project, circa 1958. Model PJ-R-14
Teak
Large Versatile Italian Wall Unit in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit, teak, maple, lacquered wood, brass, glass, Italy, 1950s. This Mid-Century Italian wall
Brass
Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Unit with Shelves & Cabinets with Desk in Teak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large Scandinavian wall unit circa 1960's. It features teak wood finish with a drop down center
Teak
Italian wall unit in teak - 1960s
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
Superb Italian wall unit designed in the 1960s. It is made entirely of teak. It consists of six
Wood, Teak
Teak Wall Unit by Nathan Furniture, 2 Corner & 1 Main Unit
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Teak Wall Unit by Nathan Furniture, 2 Corner & 1 Main Unit The set has adjustable shelves and
Teak
Finn Juhl 1962 Teak Wall Unit Sideboard Desk BO71 Bovirke Mid Century Modern
By Bovirke, Finn Juhl
Located in Munster, NRW
Modular wall shelf BO71 made of beautiful teak and brass details, designed by Finn Juhl for Bovirke
Brass
Small German Mid-Century Wall Unit in Teak by Walter Wirz for Wilhelm Renz, 1960
By Wilhelm Renz, Walter Wirz
Located in München, Bavaria
- here in a teak version with beautiful grain and 100 cm length. Due to spacers the shelf appears very
Teak
Georg Satink WK Mobel German Teak Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet Danish Modern
By WK Möbel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Georg Satink WK Mobel German Teak Wall Unit Credenza Cabinet Mid Century Danish Modern
Teak
Danish Modern Teak 5-Piece Entertainment / Wall Unit — 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A striking Danish Modern teak entertainment unit from the 1970s, designed in five modular sections
Teak
Johannes Andersen Bow Front Tambour Corner Unit in Teak
By Uldum Møbelfabrik, Johannes Andersen
Located in Berkeley, CA
: Teak Measurements: 39" wide x 24.5" deep(center front to back corner), 28" deep (back corner to front
Teak
Teak & Oak Unit Chest & Mirror
Located in London, GB
A highly unusual piece of Scandinavian furniture. To be used as an entrance unit or bedroom dress
Mirror, Teak, Oak
Borup Møbelfabrik "Bm207" Teak Corner Unit / Bar With Pullout Tray
Located in Berkeley, CA
This Teak Corner Bar Cabinet is a great example of thoughtful mid century design, made to fit
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Wall Unit, Denmark, circa 1960s. This piece is a versatile size and
Glass, Wood, Teak
$1,192 / item
1970s Italian Teak Shelves Unit With Desk
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use - desk dimensions : Height : 81cm Width 81cm x Dept 56cm
Metal
Small Danish Modern Corner Unit in Teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Teak
Teak
Arne Hovmand Olsen Tambour Corner Unit in Teak
By Arne Hovmand-Olsen, Skovmand and Andersen
Located in Berkeley, CA
: Teak Measurements: 37" wide x 21.75" deep x 61" tall
Teak
1960s Mid-Century shelving system by Brianco (also available as individual units
Located in London, GB
Material Metal. Teak. Condition: Very good Mid-Century condition with only minor signs of age and use
Metal
Italian Mid-Century Modular Wall Unit Attributed to Silvio Cavatorta, GMA, 1960s
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Traversetolo, IT
maintaining the measured elegance typical of Italian mid-century design. The system is fully modular
Steel
Ico Parisi Attributed, Teak Wall Display Unit with Multi-Colored Drawers
By Ico Parisi, Gio Ponti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom Mid-Century Italian Teak and Maple Wall Display Unit Attributed to Ico Parisi In the style
Brass
Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler Credenza Wall Unit, Teak, 1958
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Culver City, CA
Step into the mid-century magic with this Hans Wegner-designed wall unit from Ry Mobler, a true
Teak
$4,405
Large Tambour Unit
Located in London, GB
This impressive teak tambour cabinet is a striking example of mid-century Danish design
Teak
Mid-Century Shelves & Wall Units by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, FM Møbler
Located in KUTNO, PL
lightness, despite its solidity. The main wood is teak with a beautiful grain. The metal brackets are
Teak
Teak Modular Wall Unit, Rival, Brodrene Jatogs Mobelfabrik, Norway, 1960s
Located in Wrocław, Poland
This smartly designed teak modular wall was unit produced in Norway around 1960s by Brodrene Jatogs
Teak
$3,597Sale Price|40% Off
Mid century danish modern sideboard credenza with bookcase shelf unit by Lovig
By Lovig Dansk, Peter Løvig Nielsen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid century Danish modern credenza with shelf unit designed by Peter Løvig Nielsen for
Brass
$3,806Sale Price / set|20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Pair of Wall Units by William Watting for Scanflex, 1960s
By William Watting, ScanFlex
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Pair of Mid-Century Modern modular two-tone wall units or shelving units. Design by William Watting
Beech, Teak
Mid-Century Shelves & Wall Units & Desk by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler, 1960s
By FM Møbler, Kai Kristiansen
Located in KUTNO, PL
proportions give the system lightness, despite its solidity. The main wood is teak with a beautiful grain
Teak
1960s Curvy Steel Framed Standing Shelving Unit with Teak Shelves, Italy
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian 1960s free-standing shelving unit with unusual black enameled steel frame and teak shelving
Steel
Large vintage highboard sideboard / wall unit made of teak from the 1960s
Located in Breda, NB
sideboard or an eye-catching wall unit, this highboard embodies the elegance of mid-century design and
Teak
Small Poul Cadovius Wall Unit with Desk, Mid-Century Shelf Royal System, Denmark
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in München, Bavaria
this vintage mid-midcentury modern Poul Cadovius Royal System Wall Unit, a true masterpiece of
Glass, Teak
Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit by Louis van Teeffelen for Webe
By Louis Van Teeffelen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Modern modular teak wall unit designed by Louis van Teeffelen for Webe, circa 1960. Black lacquered
Teak
$3,847Sale Price|44% Off
Mid century danish modern credenza flip down desk bookcase shelf unit by Lovig
By Lovig Dansk
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful mid century Danish modern credenza with flip down desk and shelf unit designed by Lovig
Brass
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.
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.