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Emporium Shelving Unit
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Charming emporium shop fitting, free-standing shelving unit or bookcase, with five graduated U
Category
Vintage 1930s British Shelves
Materials
Wood
1930s Oak Shelving Unit
Located in Wembley, GB
A three-tiered oak shelving unit. Central European, c. 1930s.
Stock ref. #2398
90 x 82 x 40 cm
Category
Vintage 1930s Czech Shelves
Materials
Oak
Vintage French Industrial Shelving Unit
Located in High Point, NC
An iron shelving unit from France, produced circa 1960. With the burnt sienna color running
Category
Vintage 1960s French Industrial Shelves
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Gilbert Rohde Shelving Unit
By Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
1950s Gilbert Rohde shelving unit with black interior and clean lines. Shelf unit height can be
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
Dowel system tiered shelving unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W17 D17 H42 BETWEEN SHELVES 11
Fully restored solid oak shelving unit. Shelving units consists of
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Oak
Postmodern Room Divider / Shelving Unit
Located in Surbiton, GB
A late 20th Century shelving unit. Composed from a cerused oak frame and removable black steel
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
19th Century Theodore Scherf Shelving Unit
By Théodore Scherf
Located in Ongar, GB
A late 19th century industrial shelving unit by French maker Theodore Scherf. With adjustable
Category
Antique 19th Century French Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Rattan Folding Room Divider Shelving Unit
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Large rattan shelving unit features a 4-piece folding frame with 4 shelves. Good condition with
Category
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rattan
Postmodern Shelving Unit, Italian Design, 1980s
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Postmodern shelving unit produced in Italy around 1980. The white and yellow lacquered wooden frame
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
C.1950S French Modernist Cabinet/Shelving Unit
Located in London, GB
A French modernist corner cabinet/shelving unit with four adjustable shelves.
The cabinet is oak
Category
Vintage 1950s French Shelves
Materials
Metal
Pair of Retro, 1960s French Shelving Units
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
One-of-a-kind pair of custom-made shelvings units, with a hooded metal top, and glass shelves
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Sheet Metal
Mid-Century Milo Baughman Style Shelving Unit
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern shelving unit featuring beautiful burl wood top and bottom with sculpted chrome
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Antique French Shelving Unit in Cherry Wood
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
Antique French shelving unit in cherry wood.
This free-standing etagere / shelving unit has
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Shelves
Materials
Bronze
Large Hollywood Regency Style Shelving Unit by Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Berlin, DE
Large Hollywood Regency style shelving unit by Maison Jansen
Spectacular design from Maison Jansen
Category
Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Brass
Antique French Walnut Shelving Unit 19th Century
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
Antique French shelving unit 19th Century in Walnut Louis Philippe Style
The Walnut Shelving
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Shelves
Materials
Brass
Guide shelving unit by Niels Gammelgaard for IKEA, 1980s
By IKEA, Niels Gammelgaard
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
The grey GUIDE shelving unit with its wire sides and coloured shelf edges fit nicely into the urban
Category
Vintage 1980s Swedish Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Stunning Midcentury Chrome and Glass Shelving Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful chrome and glass shelving unit features a bold design and loads of functionality
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Minimalist Modular Wall Mounted 1960's Shelving Unit
Located in London, GB
Minimalist modular wall mounted shelving unit with three metal uprights and five oak veneered
Category
Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Italian Fondart House Shelving Unit, 1970s
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
A gorgeous, unique and exclusive Italian shelving unit. Glossily polished brass and mirrored glass
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Shelves
Materials
Brass
Poul Cadovius Abstracta Style Stacking Shelving Unit
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible, Mid-Century standing shelving unit or room divider. Reminiscent of Poul Cadovius
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Brass shelving unit by Belgo Chrom, 1980
By Belgo Chrome
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Shelving Unit, meticulously crafted in the glamourous 1980s. This exquisite piece embodies the perfect
Category
Vintage 1980s Belgian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Brass
1990s Industrial Modern Metal Bookcase Tiered Shelving Unit
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1990s Industrial Modern Tiered Shelving Unit
Four Shelf Bookcase Etagere
Black Metal Bookcase
36 h
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Primitive 19th C. “Hewn” Oak Shelving Unit
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully simple hewn oak shelving unit/cupboard.
Originating from the mountains of Central
Category
Antique 1860s Romanian Folk Art Cabinets
Materials
Oak
Industrial Double Section Wall Mount Shelving Unit
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century double section industrial wall mount shelving unit with one wider section, which
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Poul Cadovius Shelving Unit 'Abstracta', Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Abstracta shelving unit designed by Poul Cadovius and produced in Denmark around 1960. Frame in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
Vintage Three Tier Intricate Inlay Corner Shelving Unit
Located in Seattle, WA
This Shelving unit Features a Bright White Floral Motif. Possibly She’ll Inlay , Possibly From
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Cream and Gold Metal Shelving Units, Italian, 1980s
Located in Richmond, Surrey
Midcentury cream and gold metal shelving units, Italian, 1980s
A midcentury Italian powder
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Teak Modular Wall or Shelving Unit, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
Mid-Century Modern teak shelving unit or wall unit
Attributed to Prebend Sørensen
Featuring a
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Shelving Unit with Sliding Glass Doors
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish modern shelving unit features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
Hans Hove & Palle Petersen Danish Modern Shelving Unit Credenza
By Christian Linnebergs Møbelfabrik, Hans Hove & Palle Petersen
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
3-piece Shelving Unit by Hans Hove & Palle Petersen for Christian Linneberg. Credenza or Console
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
Materials
Wood
Tomado Yellow and Orange Wall Mount Shelving Unit
By Jan Van Der Togt, Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century single section Tomado wall mounted shelving unit by Jan Van Der Togt. Mustard and
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Mid-century Italian Bookcase Or Shelving Unit, 1960's
Located in Zwijndrecht, Antwerp
A unique 1960’s bookcase or shelving unit. Italian designer manufacturing, consisting out of a
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Pair of Minimalistic Hanging Danish Teak Shelving Units by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of minimalistic hanging Danish teak shelving units by Dyrlund. Back brackets need to be added
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
Pair of Minimalistic Hanging Danish Teak Shelving Units by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of minimalistic hanging Danish teak shelving units by Dyrlund. Back brackets need to be added
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
1940's English Large Oak Library Shelving Unit
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s English Large Oak Library Shelving Unit
1940’s English Large Oak Library Shelving Unit
Category
Vintage 1940s English Shelves
Materials
Oak
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!
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Italian Modular Shelving Unit in Metal and Glass, c.1980s
Located in London, GB
Italian modular shelving unit in metal and glass, c.1980s.
Gilded metal and glass.
Dimension
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Italian Post-Modern Architectural Bookcase, Ladder Shelving Unit Etagere
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Vintage architectural l-adder sided shelving unit with white Formica laminated wood shelves and
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal, Enamel, Iron
Set of Rare Multi-Color Curved Shelving Units by Frederick Weinberg
By Frederic Weinberg
Located in Kensington, MD
Set of Rare Multi-Color Curved Shelving Units by Frederick Weinberg
Additional information
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Iron
Jim Partridge and Liz Walmsley Shelving Unit, UK, 1987
By Jim Partridge and Liz Walmsley
Located in London, GB
green oak and then stained in a white finish, the shelving unit’s light tone yet solid aesthetic follows
Category
Vintage 1980s European Shelves
Materials
Oak
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Iron
H 63.59 in W 42.33 in D 19.69 in
Handsome Large Black Iron Shelving Unit-Early 20th Century
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
Large and handsome iron shelving unit, ingeniously made out of two early 20th century French iron
Category
Early 20th Century French Shelves
Materials
Iron
Lovely 3 Tier Vintage Bamboo Shelving Unit with Faux Painted Shelves
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pretty bamboo and wood vintage open shelving unit having 3 tiers that are faux painted with flowers
Category
Vintage 1950s American Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Pair of Glass & Chrome Shelving Units Etagere
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is this pair of vintage chrome and glass etagere shelving units. Dimensions
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Poul Cadovius 2-Piece Abstracta Shelving Unit, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Antwerpen, BE
2-Piece Abstracta shelving unit designed by Poul Cadovius in Denmark around 1960. Frame with black
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Metal
1970s Brown Suede and Brass Shelving Unit
By Willy Rizzo, Jacques Charpentier, Pierre Cardin
Located in Garnerville, NY
A spectacular three tiered suede and brass shelving unit. Wrapped brown suede (Nubuck?) shelves
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Post-Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century TOMADO Red Industrial Shelving Unit with Flower Sticker
By Jan Van Der Togt, Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Tomado industrial shelving unit with red sheet metal shelves on black enameled wire
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Modern Chrome Shelving Unit or Bookcase, C 1960, Chrome, 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
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Luca Meda Shelving Unit, Molteni, Italy, c1970
By Luca Meda, Molteni & C
Located in London, GB
design contributed to his refined design sensibilities.
This wall mounted shelving unit is extremely
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
Elegant Mid Century Shelving unit Model E60 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in London, GB
Elegant shelving unit Model E60 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno. The shelves can be moved up
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
H 9.06 in W 32.68 in D 11.82 in
Colourful Postmodern Formica Lacquer Bent Metal Cubic Shelving Unit on Wheels
By Peter Shire, Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Milano
Located in PARIS, FR
A unique piece, this graphic, playful shelving unit epitomises the Italian post-modern aesthetic
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
H 55.12 in W 47.25 in D 11.03 in
Tomado Yellow and Orange Wall Mount Shelving Unit with Black Frame
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single section of original Tomado wall mounted shelving unit with yellow and orange metal shelves
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Vintage Custom Etagere/Shelving Unit in Lucite and Brass by Charles Hollis Jones
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage custom etagere/shelving unit in lucite and brass by Charles Hollis Jones and
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 112.75 in W 150 in D 14.25 in
Art Deco Center Shelving Unit, Wrought Iron, Metal, Brass and Glass - France
Located in Girona, ES
Center shelving unit, wrought iron and three metal plates with drypoint engraving in three levels
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Shelves
Materials
Metal, Brass, Wrought Iron
H 36.23 in W 37.01 in D 19.3 in
GORDON'S Late 20th Century Campaign Style Shelving Unit - B
By Gordon Furniture Co.
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Campaign style narrow shelving unit by Gordon's Furniture, of Johnson City, Tennessee, USA
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign Bookcases
Materials
Brass
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Compact modular shelving unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W48 D14 H24
Vintage compact modualr unit that has been lightly refinshed with new top coats added
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Book Case - Shelving Unit
Located in Hellerup, DK
Cool vintage tall chrome book case from 1960-1970s. There are 4 smoke colored glass shelves and 1 wooden shelf, all movable, in each book case. At the moment we have 4 pieces on stoc...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Wood and Steel Industrial Bench or Table or Shelving Unit, Vintage Industrial
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Industrial wood and steel Industrial bench or table or shelving unit. Overall dimensions
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches
Materials
Steel
H 24.25 in W 48 in D 18 in
Philippe Starck John Ild Model Shelving Unit, circa 1977, France.
By Philippe Starck
Located in Brussels, BE
Philippe Starck John Ild model self-carying shelving unit for Disform, circa 1977, France.
5 black
Category
Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
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Used Shelving Units For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of used shelving units available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, all used shelving units available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of used shelving units available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Industrial used shelving units are consistently popular styles. Used shelving units have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Poul Cadovius, Cado and Tomado are consistently popular.
How Much are Used Shelving Units?
Used shelving units can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,897, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $38,000.
Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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.
Questions About Used Shelving Units
- What is a shelving unit?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A shelving unit is a flexible piece of furniture with shelves that can be rearranged to accommodate various objects such as books, collectibles, sculptures and other items for display. It can also feature dividers and can be moved or adjusted for added functionality. Shop a collection of antique and vintage shelving units and shelves on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Tempered 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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