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Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Oak Compact 3 Tiered Bookshelf
Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Oak Compact 3 Tiered Bookshelf

Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Oak Compact 3 Tiered Bookshelf

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Circa 1910 Elegant and compact Arts & Crafts 3 tiered bookshelf with subtle workmanship and clean lines in dark, quarter sawn solid oak. Ideal for a small space/nook.

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

Vintage Open Neoclassical Maple Built in Corner Shelving Cabinet Salvage
Vintage Open Neoclassical Maple Built in Corner Shelving Cabinet Salvage

Vintage Open Neoclassical Maple Built in Corner Shelving Cabinet Salvage

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

High end vintage corner cabinet built along the neoclassical style with fluted edges. Excellent for a built in project. Ideal for books and display and exuding warmth and finesse.

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1960s Canadian Neoclassical Revival Used Book Shelves

Materials

Maple

Shelving Unit or Bookcase, Modern Chrome Shelving, C 1960, Midcentury Design
Shelving Unit or Bookcase, Modern Chrome Shelving, C 1960, Midcentury Design

Shelving Unit or Bookcase, Modern Chrome Shelving, C 1960, Midcentury Design

Located in New York, NY

A fantastic square, chrome shelving unit from the 1960's. Finished all around. Can be floating in a room for decorative objects. Glass shelves are clear not smokey. Good condition.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Chrome

20th Century, Vitrine with Fine Inlay in the Dutch Baroque Style Mahogany Veneer
20th Century, Vitrine with Fine Inlay in the Dutch Baroque Style Mahogany Veneer

20th Century, Vitrine with Fine Inlay in the Dutch Baroque Style Mahogany Veneer

Located in Berlin, DE

Light mahogany and maple on solid wood. Very rich, Baroque inlaid work. High-corpuscular body. On balustrade-shaped legs connected with an X-shaped ridge. Above two-wise frame base w...

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20th Century Dutch Baroque Used Book Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

American 1940s Three-Tiered Mahogany Etagere
American 1940s Three-Tiered Mahogany Etagere

American 1940s Three-Tiered Mahogany Etagere

Located in Buchanan, NY

This American 1940s mahogany etagere features three tiers with drawers on two of the tiers. The brass pulls and sabot draw attention to the detailed carvings on the drawers and legs,...

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1940s American Art Deco Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Adjustable Birch, Coated Wire Wall Shelves by String Sweden 12" Deep
Mid-Century Adjustable Birch, Coated Wire Wall Shelves by String Sweden 12" Deep

Mid-Century Adjustable Birch, Coated Wire Wall Shelves by String Sweden 12" Deep

By String Design AB

Located in Toledo, OH

Mid-Century Modern adjustable wall shelves. Constructed of birch and coated wire. Made by String in Sweden. Measures: 39" tall x 31.5" x 11.75" deep.

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Mid-20th Century European Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Birch

1970s Swiss 5-Shelf Tubular Polished Chrome & Green Perspex Shelving Unit
1970s Swiss 5-Shelf Tubular Polished Chrome & Green Perspex Shelving Unit

1970s Swiss 5-Shelf Tubular Polished Chrome & Green Perspex Shelving Unit

By Usm Haller

Located in London, England

1970s five shelf polished tubular chrome and bright green perspex shelving unit. The unit is in the style of Swiss modular furniture brand USM Haller. The height adjustable shelves...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal, Chrome

1980s Tessellated Stone, Pencil Reed Etageres, Bookcases, Pair
1980s Tessellated Stone, Pencil Reed Etageres, Bookcases, Pair

1980s Tessellated Stone, Pencil Reed Etageres, Bookcases, Pair

By Mastercraft

Located in Miami, FL

1980s Tessellated Stone, Pencil Reed Etageres, Bookcases, Pair Offered for sale is a 1980s pair of Art Deco Revival bookshelves or etageres created in the style of Mastercraft. Cla...

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Late 20th Century American Used Book Shelves

Materials

Marble

Late 19th Century Scorched Tortoise Bamboo Two-Tier Etagere Shelf
Late 19th Century Scorched Tortoise Bamboo Two-Tier Etagere Shelf

Late 19th Century Scorched Tortoise Bamboo Two-Tier Etagere Shelf

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Very charming table top burnt bamboo etagere featuring two shelves with spindle turnings and ball finials. Perfect piece for displaying your favorite collections of small items.

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Late 19th Century English British Colonial Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Wrought Iron Radiator Covers with Floral and Leaf Motifs
Art Deco Wrought Iron Radiator Covers with Floral and Leaf Motifs

Art Deco Wrought Iron Radiator Covers with Floral and Leaf Motifs

Located in PARIS, FR

Discover this stunning pair of Art Deco wrought iron radiator covers, a perfect blend of functionality and elegance, typical of the 1920s–1930s. These pieces stand out with their int...

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1920s French Art Deco Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wrought Iron

1950s Italian wine rack with formica top
1950s Italian wine rack with formica top

1950s Italian wine rack with formica top

Located in Oxford, GB

1950s Italian wine rack in the style of Gio Ponti. Free standing , made from a fruitwood and finished beautifully, it sits on castors. Lovely detail with some fine beading work . Ori...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Formica, Fruitwood

Aesthetic Movement Chinoiserie Bamboo and Elm Etagere, 19th Century
Aesthetic Movement Chinoiserie Bamboo and Elm Etagere, 19th Century

Aesthetic Movement Chinoiserie Bamboo and Elm Etagere, 19th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

Aesthetic Movement Chinoiserie Bamboo and Elm Etagere, 19th century, with three drawers and shelves. 79.25" H x 31.75" W x 15.25" D. Provenance: From an Upper East Side Townhouse.

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19th Century Aesthetic Movement Used Book Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Elm, Lacquer

Unique British Modernist/Deco C.1930s Ebonised Shelving System
Unique British Modernist/Deco C.1930s Ebonised Shelving System

Unique British Modernist/Deco C.1930s Ebonised Shelving System

Located in London, GB

A unique art deco shelving system from C.1930s London. Constructed in mahogany with heavily deco/modernist stylistic curved ends.

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1930s English Used Book Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Antique Chinese Cartouche Collector's Shelves, Late 19th Century
Pair of Antique Chinese Cartouche Collector's Shelves, Late 19th Century

Pair of Antique Chinese Cartouche Collector's Shelves, Late 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Crafted with fine detail and perfection of form, these antique Chinese collector's shelves are a statement addition to any interior. Dated to the late 19th century, the pair would ha...

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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Used Book Shelves

Materials

Elm

MCM Chrome Teak, Modular shelves cabinets 4 Bay Wall UnitGeorge Nelson Attr.
MCM Chrome Teak, Modular shelves cabinets 4 Bay Wall UnitGeorge Nelson Attr.

MCM Chrome Teak, Modular shelves cabinets 4 Bay Wall UnitGeorge Nelson Attr.

By George Nelson

Located in Basel, BS

An exceptional, highly versatile four-bay mid-century modern modular wall unit and shelving system. Attributed to George Nelson’s revolutionary Comprehensive Storage System. Origin...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Paire de bibliothèques en chêne massif 1920's
Paire de bibliothèques en chêne massif 1920's

Paire de bibliothèques en chêne massif 1920's

Located in TOURCOING, FR

Paire de bibliothèques en chêne massif 1920's Deux bibliothèques en chêne massif, à la ligne sobre et équilibrée, typique des années 1920. La façade présente une corniche discrète, ...

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1920s French Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

Étagère Art Déco moderniste en chêne 1940's
Étagère Art Déco moderniste en chêne 1940's

Étagère Art Déco moderniste en chêne 1940's

Located in TOURCOING, FR

Étagère Art Déco moderniste en chêne 1940's Superbe étagère en chêne massif au dessin architectural typique des années 40 : lignes tendues, volumes généreux et extrémités arrondies ...

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1940s French Art Deco Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

Gilded Acanthus Leaf Demi Lune Hollywood Regency Wall Shelves, a Pair
Gilded Acanthus Leaf Demi Lune Hollywood Regency Wall Shelves, a Pair

Gilded Acanthus Leaf Demi Lune Hollywood Regency Wall Shelves, a Pair

By Syroco Wood 1, Syroco

Located in New Windsor, NY

fine pair of Syroco Wood gilded acanthus leaf demi-lune wall mounted shelves. Circa 1950-60. Signed on the reverse with the original oval foil label, Syracuse Ornament Co., Inc. Syr...

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1950s American Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Regency Mahogany Small Whatnot Étagère
Early 19th Century Regency Mahogany Small Whatnot Étagère

Early 19th Century Regency Mahogany Small Whatnot Étagère

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

An Extremely Good Quality Early 19th Century Regency Period Mahogany Small Whatnot, Or Étagère, Having Three Extremely Well Figured Tiers, United By Elegant Turned Upright Supports, ...

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Early 19th Century English Regency Used Book Shelves

Materials

American Mahogany

Victorian Walnut Canterbury Magazine Rack with Tray Top
Victorian Walnut Canterbury Magazine Rack with Tray Top

Victorian Walnut Canterbury Magazine Rack with Tray Top

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Elegant Victorian walnut Canterbury featuring a removable tray top, open slatted storage compartment, and a lower drawer. Crafted in walnut with beautifully turned supports and deco...

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1930s English Victorian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

MCM Dutch Design Stick Shelving Unit by W. Lutjens, Netherlands 1960's
MCM Dutch Design Stick Shelving Unit by W. Lutjens, Netherlands 1960's

MCM Dutch Design Stick Shelving Unit by W. Lutjens, Netherlands 1960's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Midcentury Modern Dutch Design Stick Shelving Unit by Willem Lutjens. Made in the Netherlands, 1960's period. 4 Black lacquered steel rods with 5 solid birch wooden planks me...

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Steel

Low Shelf PJ-O50204 by Pierre Jeanneret
Low Shelf PJ-O50204 by Pierre Jeanneret

Low Shelf PJ-O50204 by Pierre Jeanneret

By Pierre Jeanneret

Located in Paris, FR

Double-sided storage unit in solid teak. Open quadrangular frame with three asymmetrical compartments. Short underframe base made up of two elements with tapered, oblique "bridge"-ty...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Guillerme et Chambron, Oak Shelf  Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
Guillerme et Chambron, Oak Shelf  Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970

Guillerme et Chambron, Oak Shelf Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970

By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Guillerme et Chambron, oak shelf Edition Votre Maison circa 1970. Measures: Shelf : 36 x 56 x 30 cm. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

1950 Solid Oak and Lacquered Metal Shelf
1950 Solid Oak and Lacquered Metal Shelf

1950 Solid Oak and Lacquered Metal Shelf

Located in Mouscron, WHT

1950 solid oak and lacquered metal shelf.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal

Antique 19th Century Bistro Shelf
Antique 19th Century Bistro Shelf

Antique 19th Century Bistro Shelf

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Antique 19th Century Bistro Shelf in beech traces of use, but no chips or restoration

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Late 19th Century French Folk Art Used Book Shelves

Materials

Beech

Late Victorian Bamboo and Brass Four Shelf Etagere
Late Victorian Bamboo and Brass Four Shelf Etagere

Late Victorian Bamboo and Brass Four Shelf Etagere

Located in New Windsor, NY

Stylish four shelf bamboo, pine and brass Victorian etagere. Circa 1890-1910. Extremely lightweight, yet sturdy and durable shelving. Bamboo frame with brass ball finials and soft wo...

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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

GIO PONTI, Exceptionnal brass and glass shelf, Circa 1939
GIO PONTI, Exceptionnal brass and glass shelf, Circa 1939

GIO PONTI, Exceptionnal brass and glass shelf, Circa 1939

By Gio Ponti

Located in Paris, FR

Exceptionnal brass and glass shelf, featuring five supported wooden shelves held by two glass blades at the ends, all securely connected and fixed by brass screws. The glass is engr...

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1930s Italian Art Deco Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Antique Continental Primitive Pine Apothecary Or Spice Wall Cabinet Shelf
Antique Continental Primitive Pine Apothecary Or Spice Wall Cabinet Shelf

Antique Continental Primitive Pine Apothecary Or Spice Wall Cabinet Shelf

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a charming antique primitive continental wall mounted pine apothecary or spice shelf. It is purported to be from Belgium. The unique feature is that I actually think it is re...

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Late 19th Century Belgian Primitive Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Guillerme et Chambron, Solid Oak storage unit, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
Guillerme et Chambron, Solid Oak storage unit, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970

Guillerme et Chambron, Solid Oak storage unit, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970

By Guillerme et Chambron, Votre Maison

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Guillerme et Chambron, solid oak storage unit, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970. Votre maison : a style, a concept, a mindset. The Votre Maison story begins in 1940 in Prussia, ne...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Danish Rosewood Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s
Danish Rosewood Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s

Danish Rosewood Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Rosewood Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s. Danish Mid-Century Modern 1 bay shelving system model Cado. This is a original vintage floating bookcase designed by Danis...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

French Carved Stand
French Carved Stand

French Carved Stand

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Late 19th C French carved beech stand, ideal for magazines. 1890

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19th Century French Used Book Shelves

Materials

Beech

Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Wall Bracket Shelf
Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Wall Bracket Shelf

Early 20th Century Carved Wooden Wall Bracket Shelf

Located in Montréal, CA

This carved wooden wall bracket shelf, likely produced in Italy in the early 20th century, draws on classical architectural forms with a distinctly sculptural presence. The fluted, b...

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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

1960's Italian Six Shelf Gilt Metal Etagere with Amber Glass Roundels
1960's Italian Six Shelf Gilt Metal Etagere with Amber Glass Roundels

1960's Italian Six Shelf Gilt Metal Etagere with Amber Glass Roundels

Located in New York, NY

1960's Italian Six Shelf Gilt Metal Etagere with Amber Glass Roundels. In excellent vintage condition with wear consistent with age.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal

Etagère murale brutaliste en orme massif, années 1950
Etagère murale brutaliste en orme massif, années 1950

Etagère murale brutaliste en orme massif, années 1950

By Olavi Hanninen, Aranjou

Located in Meyrin, Switzerland

Etagère design brutaliste en orme massif, années 1950, dans le goût d'Olavi Hanninen ou encore de Aranjou. Elégant assemblage par système de goupilles. Bon état vintage : quelques ma...

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Italian Shelves Wall Cabinet in the style of Gio Ponti, Italy 1950s
Italian Shelves Wall Cabinet in the style of Gio Ponti, Italy 1950s

Italian Shelves Wall Cabinet in the style of Gio Ponti, Italy 1950s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Wien, AT

Superb Italian wall unit designed in the style of Gio Ponti 1950s. It is made entirely of beech wood that is hand polished in black shellack. Open shelves and cabinets that have a fl...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Beech

Art Deco bookcase - Sweden, 1940s
Art Deco bookcase - Sweden, 1940s

Art Deco bookcase - Sweden, 1940s

Located in London, GB

A study in proportion and restraint, this Swedish Art Deco bookcase is executed in darkly stained wood with a strong rectilinear presence. Raised on four block feet, the form is divi...

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1940s Swedish Art Deco Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Vintage Rattan Etagere Shelves - A Pair
Vintage Rattan Etagere Shelves - A Pair

Vintage Rattan Etagere Shelves - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This elegant pair of vintage rattan étagère shelves embodies the relaxed sophistication and natural beauty associated with mid-20th-century design. Crafted from warm-toned rattan, ea...

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Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Mastercraft Tall Brass Regency Style Étagère
Mastercraft Tall Brass Regency Style Étagère

Mastercraft Tall Brass Regency Style Étagère

By Mastercraft

Located in North Miami, FL

This very tall étagère shows five thick glass shelves (can take two more if desired) and is very stable. This design is truly chic!

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1960s American Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Willy Guhl Concrete Octagonal Vase
Willy Guhl Concrete Octagonal Vase

Willy Guhl Concrete Octagonal Vase

By Willy Guhl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Concrete vase by Willy Guhl. Made of fiber cement. 8 sided with small base. Great vintage condition. Great oversized vase.

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1960s Swiss Used Book Shelves

Materials

Cement

Scandinavian modular wall shelf, Poul Cadovius, 1960s
Scandinavian modular wall shelf, Poul Cadovius, 1960s

Scandinavian modular wall shelf, Poul Cadovius, 1960s

Located in Paris, FR

A beautiful modular wall-mounted shelving unit by the renowned Danish architect Poul Cadovius, crafted from rosewood veneer. This bookcase, mounted on four wall-mounted panels, featu...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Rosewood HG Systemi Three-Bay Modular Wall Unit, Denmark 1960s by Rud Thygesen
Rosewood HG Systemi Three-Bay Modular Wall Unit, Denmark 1960s by Rud Thygesen

Rosewood HG Systemi Three-Bay Modular Wall Unit, Denmark 1960s by Rud Thygesen

By Hansen & Guldborg Møbler, Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen

Located in Trenton, NJ

Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sørensen’s HG Systemi for Hansen & Guldborg places itself confidently in the distinguished tradition of Danish modular wall systems — alongside the work o...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Guglielmo Ulrich Wall Mounted Console for S.A.F.F.A. Milano, 1960s
Guglielmo Ulrich Wall Mounted Console for S.A.F.F.A. Milano, 1960s

Guglielmo Ulrich Wall Mounted Console for S.A.F.F.A. Milano, 1960s

By Guglielmo Ulrich

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Guglielmo Ulrich wall-mounted console for S.A.F.F.A. Milano, Wood, 1960s This wall-mounted console by Guglielmo Ulrich floats clear of the wall on a pair of angled brackets, its sli...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

1980s Art Deco Shelf in Silver-Plated Steel and Black Marble.
1980s Art Deco Shelf in Silver-Plated Steel and Black Marble.

1980s Art Deco Shelf in Silver-Plated Steel and Black Marble.

Located in IT

1980s Art Deco wall shelf with decorative silver-plated metal brackets and a recessed black marble shelf with a rustic finish. Dimensions: W 120 × D 30 × H 30 cm Price INCLUDES the...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Used Book Shelves

Materials

Marble, Steel

'Code 1' graphic shelf by Nana Gröner for Zeitraum - 2007
'Code 1' graphic shelf by Nana Gröner for Zeitraum - 2007

'Code 1' graphic shelf by Nana Gröner for Zeitraum - 2007

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Graphic composition Shlef Measures : 60x30cm H:232cm Material : White laminated wood - aluminum -Founded in 1990, ZEITRAUM was the first German furniture manufacturer to prioritize ...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Laminate, Wood

Vintage Hollywood Regency, French Moderne Style Four-Tiered Corner Etagere
Vintage Hollywood Regency, French Moderne Style Four-Tiered Corner Etagere

Vintage Hollywood Regency, French Moderne Style Four-Tiered Corner Etagere

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Campaign style iron and brass etagere corner shelf. It features a multi tier cascading geometric design that tapers toward the top, typical of Mid Century Modern and Hollywoo...

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20th Century French Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

1970s Pierre Vandel Display Cabinet Shelving Cream and Brass
1970s Pierre Vandel Display Cabinet Shelving Cream and Brass

1970s Pierre Vandel Display Cabinet Shelving Cream and Brass

By Pierre Vandel

Located in London, GB

An exceptional large-scale display cabinets/bookcases by Pierre Vandel Paris. A rare opportunity. This classic piece features Vandel’s iconic minimalist luxury, utilising a cream-la...

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1970s French Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

1950's Stitched leather shelve by Jacques Adnet
1950's Stitched leather shelve by Jacques Adnet

1950's Stitched leather shelve by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

A Rare French Midcentury Modern hand stitched leather shelve by Jacques Adnet, circa 1955. Adnet had a rare talent for creating works that had used exquisite form and lines with rich...

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1950s Used Book Shelves

Materials

Leather, Oak

Rustic small green wooden wall unit with 2 shelves, France ca. 1880
Rustic small green wooden wall unit with 2 shelves, France ca. 1880

Rustic small green wooden wall unit with 2 shelves, France ca. 1880

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1880 / small green wall unit / wood / rustic / mid-century / vintage / French provincial Decorative small green painted wooden wall unit with two shelves. Made in France ar...

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1880s French Rustic Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Pair of Billy Baldwin Style Brass Etageres With Smoked Glass Shelves
Pair of Billy Baldwin Style Brass Etageres With Smoked Glass Shelves

Pair of Billy Baldwin Style Brass Etageres With Smoked Glass Shelves

By Billy Baldwin

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A pair of Billy Baldwin style étagères featuring clean-lined brass frames supporting graduated smoked glass shelves. The sophisticated combination of warm brass and darkened glass em...

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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Teak Royal System with conical Desk by Poul Cadovius
Teak Royal System with conical Desk by Poul Cadovius

Teak Royal System with conical Desk by Poul Cadovius

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Handewitt, DE

Royal system by Poul Cadovius for Cado Denmark. With 1 small cabinet, shelfes and conical shaped desk. brass holders. Part of the table top can be folded up. 1960s production. Size: ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Teak

1960s Sven Ellekjaer for Raymor Floating Floating Cabinet Shelving Unit
1960s Sven Ellekjaer for Raymor Floating Floating Cabinet Shelving Unit

1960s Sven Ellekjaer for Raymor Floating Floating Cabinet Shelving Unit

By Herman Miller, Sven Ellekaer , Albert Hansen, George Nelson

Located in Bensalem, PA

The "Omnibus" modular wall unit is a highly collectible mid-century modern system designed by Danish architect Sven Ellekaer (often spelled Ellekjaer), manufactured by Albert Hansen ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

French Waterfall Shelving Unit Bookcase Display Media Stand 20C Regency Console
French Waterfall Shelving Unit Bookcase Display Media Stand 20C Regency Console

French Waterfall Shelving Unit Bookcase Display Media Stand 20C Regency Console

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous, versatile and unique Regency style waterfall shelving unit in lovely vintage condition. Likely made in rural France in the early-to-mid 20th Century or possibly earlier, ...

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Early 19th Century French French Provincial Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Chinese Hongmu Style Rosewood Display Cabinet Étagère with Brass Moon Hardware
Chinese Hongmu Style Rosewood Display Cabinet Étagère with Brass Moon Hardware

Chinese Hongmu Style Rosewood Display Cabinet Étagère with Brass Moon Hardware

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

A handsome Chinese display cabinet or étagère crafted in richly figured hongmu-style hardwood and accented with traditional brass hardware. The elegant architectural form features op...

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20th Century Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Pair of Milo Baughman for Design Institute of America Brass Etageres
Pair of Milo Baughman for Design Institute of America Brass Etageres

Pair of Milo Baughman for Design Institute of America Brass Etageres

By Design Institute America, Milo Baughman

Located in Redding, CT

Pair of Milo Baughman for Design Institute of America Brass Etageres. This Hollywood Regency Showstopper is rare and hard to come by. It features a dramatic geometric circular patte...

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1970s American Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Louis Van Teeffelen Wall Unit in Teak and Brass by WeBe, Netherlands, circa 1950
Louis Van Teeffelen Wall Unit in Teak and Brass by WeBe, Netherlands, circa 1950

Louis Van Teeffelen Wall Unit in Teak and Brass by WeBe, Netherlands, circa 1950

By Louis Van Teeffelen, WéBé

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Elegant wall-unit by Louis Van Teeffelen for WéBé (Walraven & Bevers), Netherlands – circa 1950. Please note: The chair is available but not included in this listing. The wall u...

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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Mid-20th Century Etagere Masion Bagues Hollywood Regency Shelf
Mid-20th Century Etagere Masion Bagues Hollywood Regency Shelf

Mid-20th Century Etagere Masion Bagues Hollywood Regency Shelf

Located in London, GB

Mid-20th Century Etagere Masion Bagues Hollywood Regency Shelf An elegant mid-20th century Etagere (Bookshelf) by the respected furniture maker of influential Hollywood regency items...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

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Find a variety of used book shelves available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, all used book shelves available were constructed with great care. Used book shelves have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Used book shelves are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Used book shelves have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Poul Cadovius, Nils Nisse Strinning and String Design AB are consistently popular.

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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.

Questions About Used Book Shelves
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A book press was used to bind books with pressure. When a book is placed in the center of the press, the platen is lowered to firmly press the book to hold its shape. Today, book presses are a popular home decor choice for collectors and avid book readers alike. Shop a selection of vintage book presses on 1stDibs.
  • 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.

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