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Italian Modern Red Three-Shelf Metal Bookcase, 1980s
Italian Modern Red Three-Shelf Metal Bookcase, 1980s

Italian Modern Red Three-Shelf Metal Bookcase, 1980s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern red three-shelf metal bookcase, 1980s Metal bookcase with three shelves in red

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Modern Metal Bookcase
Modern Metal Bookcase

Modern Metal Bookcase

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Tall metal frame bookcase with plexiglass shelves. Please confirm the item location (NY or NJ).

Category

20th Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

1980s Vintage Metal Bookcase Etagere with Glass Shelves
1980s Vintage Metal Bookcase Etagere with Glass Shelves

1980s Vintage Metal Bookcase Etagere with Glass Shelves

Located in Miami, FL

1980s Vintage Metal Bookcase Etagere with Glass Shelves Offered for is a 1980s aluminum bookcase

Category

Vintage 1980s Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

“Congresso” blu metal bookcases by Lips Vago 1960s, 70s
“Congresso” blu metal bookcases by Lips Vago 1960s, 70s

“Congresso” blu metal bookcases by Lips Vago 1960s, 70s

By Lips Vago

Located in Padova, IT

shelves. A classic design that showcases a minimalist yet functional aesthetic. This bookcase is

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Ferlande and Monnet. “Zigzag” bookcase. 1960s.
Ferlande and Monnet. “Zigzag” bookcase. 1960s.

Ferlande and Monnet. “Zigzag” bookcase. 1960s.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Joëlle Ferlande and François Monnet “Zigzag” brushed metal bookcase. French work realized in the

Category

20th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Vintage Barrister Bookcase
Vintage Barrister Bookcase

Vintage Barrister Bookcase

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage metal bookcase with receding glass doors. Each of the three units stack on each other with

Category

Mid-20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Prototype Bookcase by Fabiaan Van Severen
Prototype Bookcase by Fabiaan Van Severen

Prototype Bookcase by Fabiaan Van Severen

By Fabiaan Van Severen

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

is a prototype and a one-off production. The metal bookcase is pure design in good authentic

Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian anthropomorphic hanging bookcases in the style of Gio Ponti
Pair of Italian anthropomorphic hanging bookcases in the style of Gio Ponti

Pair of Italian anthropomorphic hanging bookcases in the style of Gio Ponti

By Gio Ponti

Located in Milano, IT

Pair of eccentric metal bookcases - Homage to the style of Gio Ponti, 1950s-60s An encounter

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Vintage 4-stack Industrial Metal Barrister Bookcase
Vintage 4-stack Industrial Metal Barrister Bookcase

Vintage 4-stack Industrial Metal Barrister Bookcase

By Globe Wernicke, Hamilton Manufacturing Company

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A distinctive vintage 4-stack metal barrister bookcase featuring industrial charm and timeless

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Lips Vago Double 'Congresso' Bookcase in Metal
Lips Vago Double 'Congresso' Bookcase in Metal

Lips Vago Double 'Congresso' Bookcase in Metal

By Lips Vago

Located in Waalwijk, NL

sheets, the double 'Congresso' shelf is a sturdy yet unassuming bookcase that can be used on either side

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Gilt metal mounted walnut breakfront open bookcase
Gilt metal mounted walnut breakfront open bookcase

Gilt metal mounted walnut breakfront open bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

19th century figured walnut cross banded open bookcase, of Louis XV design. The breakfront top

Category

Antique 19th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Arp, Bookcase in Oak and Metal, 1960s
Arp, Bookcase in Oak and Metal, 1960s

Arp, Bookcase in Oak and Metal, 1960s

By Studio A.R.P. (Joseph-André Motte, Michel Mortier and Pierre Guariche), Charles Minvielle

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Arp, attributed to. Minvielle, signed. Modular bookcase in blond oak. Four modules. Colored

Category

Vintage 1970s French Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Italian Modern Black Metal and Tempered Glass Bookcase, 1990s
Italian Modern Black Metal and Tempered Glass Bookcase, 1990s

Italian Modern Black Metal and Tempered Glass Bookcase, 1990s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern black metal and tempered glass bookcase, 1990s Floor bookcase composed of 4

Category

1990s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Wim Rietveld Free-Standing Bookcase in Black and White Metal
Wim Rietveld Free-Standing Bookcase in Black and White Metal

Wim Rietveld Free-Standing Bookcase in Black and White Metal

By Wim Rietveld

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Wim Rietveld, bookcase, black and white coated metal, The Netherlands, 1960. This free-standing

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Italian mid-century modern modular bookcase in wood and metal, 1960s
Italian mid-century modern modular bookcase in wood and metal, 1960s

Italian mid-century modern modular bookcase in wood and metal, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern modular bookcase in wood and metal, 1960s Modular ceiling-floor bookcase

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mahogany and Gilt Metal Mounted Two-Door Bookcase
Mahogany and Gilt Metal Mounted Two-Door Bookcase

Mahogany and Gilt Metal Mounted Two-Door Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

French mahogany and gilt metal mounted bookcase. The moulded cornice above a pair of glazed doors

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Italian modern bookcase or display stand in metal and glass, 1980s
Italian modern bookcase or display stand in metal and glass, 1980s

Italian modern bookcase or display stand in metal and glass, 1980s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern bookcase or display stand in metal and glass, 1980s Bookcase or display stand with

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Metal 4 Shelf Bookcase with Faux Wood Print
Mid Century Modern Metal 4 Shelf Bookcase with Faux Wood Print

Mid Century Modern Metal 4 Shelf Bookcase with Faux Wood Print

Located in Freehold, NJ

This classic mid century modern bookcase features four metal shelves with original brown paint and

Category

Mid-20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Metal

20th Century, Campo & Graffi Bookcase in Metal and Wood for Home
20th Century, Campo & Graffi Bookcase in Metal and Wood for Home

20th Century, Campo & Graffi Bookcase in Metal and Wood for Home

By Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi, Home Collection Turin

Located in Turin, Turin

is in lacquered metal and the shelves are in wood. The bookcase has in total 20 shelves. Good

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Metal Four Shelf Bookcase with Faux Wood Print
Mid Century Modern Metal Four Shelf Bookcase with Faux Wood Print

Mid Century Modern Metal Four Shelf Bookcase with Faux Wood Print

Located in Freehold, NJ

This classic mid century modern bookcase features four metal shelves with original brown paint and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Italian floor to ceiling bookcase in wood, black metal and brass, 1960s
Italian floor to ceiling bookcase in wood, black metal and brass, 1960s

Italian floor to ceiling bookcase in wood, black metal and brass, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern floor to ceiling bookcase in wood, black metal and brass, 1960s Floor-to

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

"Triennale" bookcase by Lips Vago, painted metal, Italy 1954
"Triennale" bookcase by Lips Vago, painted metal, Italy 1954

"Triennale" bookcase by Lips Vago, painted metal, Italy 1954

By Lips Vago

Located in Argelato, BO

Rare and extraordinary "Triennale" model painted iron bookcase, designed by Lips Vago Italia. It

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Wood and metal slatted wall bookcase with shelves and storage unit, 1960
Wood and metal slatted wall bookcase with shelves and storage unit, 1960

Wood and metal slatted wall bookcase with shelves and storage unit, 1960

By Mid Century Antiques

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Bookcase with wooden slatted structure with shelves and storage module, 1960. In good condition

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Italian mid-century modern modular bookcase in wood and black metal, 1960s
Italian mid-century modern modular bookcase in wood and black metal, 1960s

Italian mid-century modern modular bookcase in wood and black metal, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern modular bookcase in wood and black metal, 1960s Modular floor-to-ceiling

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Antique Wood Turned Bookshelf or Bookcase Metal Accents. Fixed Shelves
Antique Wood Turned Bookshelf or Bookcase Metal Accents. Fixed Shelves

Antique Wood Turned Bookshelf or Bookcase Metal Accents. Fixed Shelves

Located in Seattle, WA

Antique Wood Turned Bookshelf or Bookcase Metal Accents. Fixed Shelves Dimensions. Over All. 21 1

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Feal bookcases
Feal bookcases

Feal bookcases

$4,821 / item

Feal bookcases

Located in Milano, IT

interiors. The bookcase features a metal frame structure, typically in lacquered steel or aluminum

Category

Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Iron

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'E22' Wall Unit or Bookcase in Wood and Metal
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'E22' Wall Unit or Bookcase in Wood and Metal

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'E22' Wall Unit or Bookcase in Wood and Metal

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, bookcase or wall unit, model 'E22', lacquered steel, lacquered aluminum

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of extra high bookcases in grey metal "Congress" by Lips Vago from the 70s
Pair of extra high bookcases in grey metal "Congress" by Lips Vago from the 70s

Pair of extra high bookcases in grey metal "Congress" by Lips Vago from the 70s

By Lips Vago

Located in Vigevano, PV

Constructed from steel sheets, the 'Congresso' shelf is a sturdy yet unassuming bookcase that can be used on either side, making it a versatile addition to any space. The metal sheet...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Metal

antique French   bookcase/vitrine
antique French   bookcase/vitrine

antique French bookcase/vitrine

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful French bookcase, made of solid oak, the details are very nice, even on the side, on the

Category

Vintage 1930s French Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Vintage Bookcase, Art Déco Style
Vintage Bookcase, Art Déco Style

Vintage Bookcase, Art Déco Style

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage bookcase realized in Art Déco style by an italian manufacture in 1970s. Flamed maple

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Nice bookcase by Jacques Adnet
Nice bookcase by Jacques Adnet

Nice bookcase by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Large bibliothèque ou secrétaire murale et modulable par Jacques Adnet en Skai, métal et laiton.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

vintage filing cabinet  bookcase  Kinnarps  Swedish
vintage filing cabinet  bookcase  Kinnarps  Swedish

vintage filing cabinet bookcase Kinnarps Swedish

By Kinnarps

Located in Lemmer, NL

vintage filing cabinet bookcase Kinnarps Swedish period 70s design Kinnarps Sweden condition

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Scottish Two-Tiered Bookcase of Mahogany
Scottish Two-Tiered Bookcase of Mahogany

Scottish Two-Tiered Bookcase of Mahogany

Located in Austin, TX

A fine Scottish two-tier bookcase cabinet of mahogany, featuring a canopy top over two glazed

Category

Antique 19th Century Scottish Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Metal

Bookcase Claudio Salocchi, Sormani 1960
Bookcase Claudio Salocchi, Sormani 1960

Bookcase Claudio Salocchi, Sormani 1960

By Sormani, Claudio Salocchi

Located in Berlin, DE

Bookcase by Claudio Salocchi, Sormani Italy 1960. Claudio Salocchi (1934 - 2012) was a highly

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mahogany bookcase with storage space
Mahogany bookcase with storage space

Mahogany bookcase with storage space

Located in Brescia, IT

upper part there are three drawers with a metal handle and a frame with a shelf. A functional piece of

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Splendid bookcase, Jacques Adnet, 1955, France
Splendid bookcase, Jacques Adnet, 1955, France

Splendid bookcase, Jacques Adnet, 1955, France

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Paris, FR

Jacques Adnet (1900-1984), wood, lacquered metal, brass, circa 1955 Dimensions : 106.5 x 65 x 17 cm

Category

Vintage 1950s French Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Wim Rietveld Room Divider Bookcase, 1960s
Wim Rietveld Room Divider Bookcase, 1960s

Wim Rietveld Room Divider Bookcase, 1960s

By Wim Rietveld

Located in Delft, NL

Wim Rietveld room divider bookcase, 1960s A metal black and cream white bookcase, which can

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Brutalist Oak Bookcases Staved
Mid Century Brutalist Oak Bookcases Staved

Mid Century Brutalist Oak Bookcases Staved

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Unique mid century brutalist bookcases. Staved oak veneer bottom case pieces in nice patchwork

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Vintage Hale Barrister Bookcases - Set of 2
Vintage Hale Barrister Bookcases - Set of 2

Vintage Hale Barrister Bookcases - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

bookcases. Expertly crafted in Herkimer, New York, by a company renowned for superior cabinetry since 1907

Category

Late 20th Century American Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Metal

French Late 19th Century Oak Corner Bookcase
French Late 19th Century Oak Corner Bookcase

French Late 19th Century Oak Corner Bookcase

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A breathtaking late 19th century Louis XV-style corner bookcase from France once part of a grand

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Founders Walnut Lazy Susan Mini Bookcase
Founders Walnut Lazy Susan Mini Bookcase

Founders Walnut Lazy Susan Mini Bookcase

By Founders Furniture Company

Located in Queens, NY

American mid-century walnut lazy susan mini-bookcase with a rectangular form of alternating panels

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Vintage American Walnut Bookcase
Mid-Century Vintage American Walnut Bookcase

Mid-Century Vintage American Walnut Bookcase

By John Van Koert, Kent-Coffey

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Store your stuff in style with this charming genuine mid-century bookcase. This vintage American

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Italian Pinewood Bookcase - Large Antique Library Cabinet
Italian Pinewood Bookcase - Large Antique Library Cabinet

Italian Pinewood Bookcase - Large Antique Library Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

stunning bookcase library from Tuscany has a grey antique patina with light grey painted accents. The open

Category

20th Century Italian Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Bronze

1950s "Hansa" modular bookcase in teak
1950s "Hansa" modular bookcase in teak

1950s "Hansa" modular bookcase in teak

By IKEA, Gillis Lundgren

Located in Berkeley, CA

Origin: Sweden Designer: Gillis Lundgren Manufacturer: IKEA Era: 1950s Materials: Teak, Metal

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

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

1950's Stitched leather bookcase by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

1950's Black stitched leather bookcase by Jacques Adnet Good condition Stains on brown shelves

Category

Vintage 1950s French Bookcases

Materials

Metal

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Used Metal Bookcases For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of used metal bookcases is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct used metal bookcases — often made from metal, wood and glass — can elevate any home. Used metal bookcases have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Used metal bookcases bearing Mid-Century Modern or Industrial hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made used metal bookcases over the years, but those made by Poul Cadovius, Tomado and Globe Wernicke are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Used Metal Bookcases?

Prices for used metal bookcases can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, used metal bookcases begin at $1 and can go as high as $148,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,898.

Finding the Right Bookcases for You

Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.

As long as curious people have collected stories, we have needed a place to stow them away and preserve them. When auction houses and book dealers proliferated by the late 17th century, the bibliophile was born. And, of course, as with any treasured decorative objects or collectibles, a book lover’s volumes were suddenly worthy of a luxurious display — enter the bookcase.

Americans of means during the 19th century took to amassing art as well as rare books, and bookcases of the era — rife with hand-carved decorative accents and architectural motifs — were ideal for displaying their handsome leather-bound wares.

Although our favorite titles may change over the years, the functionality and beauty of their home within our home is timeless. Even those who don’t covet the perfect home library can benefit from an attractive display case, as bookcases can easily double as charming étagères

Contemporary and customizable options make it easier for you to find the perfect bookcase for your style and stacks. If you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines, incorporate extra space to allow for additional displays and decorative objects. And by introducing a striking dark wood Art Deco bookcase or low-profile mid-century modern design by Paul McCobb into your living room, your signed first editions won’t be the only items making a statement. 

Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.

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