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Costume Close-up: Clothing Construction and Pattern 1750-1790
Costume Close-up: Clothing Construction and Pattern 1750-1790

Costume Close-up: Clothing Construction and Pattern 1750-1790

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Costume Close-up: Clothing Construction and Pattern, 1750-1790 by Linda Baumgarten, John Watson

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1990s American Vintage Construction Books

Three Volume Set, Il Mobile Del Settecento, Ottocento, Novecento 1st Ed
Three Volume Set, Il Mobile Del Settecento, Ottocento, Novecento 1st Ed

Three Volume Set, Il Mobile Del Settecento, Ottocento, Novecento 1st Ed

Located in valatie, NY

. Great photos of examples with exploded construction diagrams on some. NPT Books, a division of N.P

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1990s Italian Vintage Construction Books

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Paper

MEMPHIS Post-Modern "EMERALD" Console/Cabinet / Nathalie Du Pasquier (France)
MEMPHIS Post-Modern "EMERALD" Console/Cabinet / Nathalie Du Pasquier (France)

MEMPHIS Post-Modern "EMERALD" Console/Cabinet / Nathalie Du Pasquier (France)

By Nathalie du Pasquier

Located in Tinton Falls, NJ

continuous research is expressed in paintings, sculptures, drawings, models, constructions, carpets, books

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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Construction Books

Materials

Mirror, Laminate, Wood

Rare Wall Unit in Brazilian Hardwood, by Joaquim Tenreiro, Mid-Century Modern
Rare Wall Unit in Brazilian Hardwood, by Joaquim Tenreiro, Mid-Century Modern

Rare Wall Unit in Brazilian Hardwood, by Joaquim Tenreiro, Mid-Century Modern

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

. Despite its solid construction, the bookcase has a visual lightness. This is achieved through the slender

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Construction Books

Materials

Hardwood, Imbuia

Recent Sales

Alfa and Omega Brutalist Book Holder
Alfa and Omega Brutalist Book Holder

Alfa and Omega Brutalist Book Holder

Unavailable

H 4.73 in W 9.45 in D 1.58 in

Alfa and Omega Brutalist Book Holder

Located in Београд, RS

construction ensures stability for holding books upright, while the minimalist design reflects a mid-century

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Brutalist Vintage Construction Books

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Brass

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Blonde Birch Small Bookcases
Pair of Scandinavian Modern Blonde Birch Small Bookcases

Pair of Scandinavian Modern Blonde Birch Small Bookcases

By Drylund

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Pair of Scandinavian Modern blonde birch small bookcases. Very clean pair high quality construction

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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Construction Books

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Birch

Ralph Lauren Modern Hollywood Bed & Nightstands
Ralph Lauren Modern Hollywood Bed & Nightstands

Ralph Lauren Modern Hollywood Bed & Nightstands

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Los Angeles, CA

nightstands and headboard are very heavy, the nightstands have shelves for books and collectibles

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Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Construction Books

Materials

Walnut, Suede

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Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp
Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp

Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp

$2,650 / item

H 63.5 in Dm 16.25 in

Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iron tripod floor lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new linen shade. Sold individually and newly made by Panoplie. Please inquire for current lead time. Measure...

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2010s American Vintage Construction Books

Materials

Iron

Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Pastel Pink Upholstery
Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Pastel Pink Upholstery

Adrian Pearsall Platform Sofa in Walnut and Pastel Pink Upholstery

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Adrian Pearsall, 'Platform' sofa with two drawers, fabric, walnut, United States, 1960s Adrian Pearsall is known for his rather unique sofa designs. The present model is no exceptio...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Construction Books

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Fabric, Walnut

Early Marco Zanuso Lady Chair, Italy, 1960s, New Pure Mohair
Early Marco Zanuso Lady Chair, Italy, 1960s, New Pure Mohair

Early Marco Zanuso Lady Chair, Italy, 1960s, New Pure Mohair

By Marco Zanuso

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An early, authentic Marco Zanuso lady chair, Arflex, Italy, 1960s. Newly reupholstered in a luxurious, premium, burnt orange / rust coloured 100% mohair fabric. Brass feet with nat...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Construction Books

Materials

Brass

Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Chair in Wood Denmark - 1960s
Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Chair in Wood Denmark - 1960s

Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Chair in Wood Denmark - 1960s

Located in Berlin, DE

Sculptural Scandinavian Modern Chair in Wood, Denmark - 1960s.

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Construction Books

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Wood

Mid-Century Cabinet / Sideboard in Teak & Oak, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960s
Mid-Century Cabinet / Sideboard in Teak & Oak, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960s

Mid-Century Cabinet / Sideboard in Teak & Oak, Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960s

Located in Odense, DK

Lovely rare cabinet in teak & oak. Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker in 1960s. Highlighted details and plenty of shelves featured in this beautiful cabinet. A fine vintage object that...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Art Deco Vintage Construction Books

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Oak, Teak

Rare Pair of Authentic 1950s Roberto Menghi Hall Chairs, Italy, New Pure Mohair
Rare Pair of Authentic 1950s Roberto Menghi Hall Chairs, Italy, New Pure Mohair

Rare Pair of Authentic 1950s Roberto Menghi Hall Chairs, Italy, New Pure Mohair

By Arflex, Roberto Menghi

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

An original pair of Roberto Menghi Hall chairs, produced by Arflex, Italy, 1950s. Newly upholstered in a premium yellow gold pure mohair fabric. The metal frames have been restored ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Construction Books

Materials

Steel

Jacques Adnet Table Lamp, France, 1940
Jacques Adnet Table Lamp, France, 1940

Jacques Adnet Table Lamp, France, 1940

$2,250

H 11.25 in W 10.75 in D 4.75 in

Jacques Adnet Table Lamp, France, 1940

By Jacques Adnet

Located in San Francisco, CA

Highly collectible Art Moderne table lamp by Jacques Adnet, with necked base, entirely wrapped in dark leather with a chrome shade. The fixture holds a pair of horizontal bulbs and i...

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1940s French Streamlined Moderne Vintage Construction Books

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Chrome

Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina
Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina

Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina

$16,465

H 37.21 in W 25.6 in D 39.77 in

Italian Rocking Chair Model 572 By Cassina

By Cassina

Located in London, GB

An incredible and very rare rocking chair (has been attributed to Gio Ponti in the past and shows a strong and striking resemblance to his designs) in walnut, rubber and fabric for C...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Construction Books

Materials

Steel

'Tucroma' Leather Rotating Wardrobe by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani, Italy
'Tucroma' Leather Rotating Wardrobe by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani, Italy

'Tucroma' Leather Rotating Wardrobe by Guido Faleschini for i4Mariani, Italy

By Guido Faleschini, i4 Mariani

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 'Tucroma' leather rotating wardrobe was designed by Guido Faleschini in the 1970s and produced by i4Mariani (Italy). Custom colors and finishes are available. The Tucroma ro...

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2010s Italian Modern Vintage Construction Books

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Art Deco Style Brushed Metal Sconces
Pair of Art Deco Style Brushed Metal Sconces

Pair of Art Deco Style Brushed Metal Sconces

$960Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 12 in W 11.75 in D 10.5 in

Pair of Art Deco Style Brushed Metal Sconces

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Art Deco Style Brushed Metal Sconces featuring sleek, geometric design. The soft brushed finish adds a subtle sheen, reflecting light beautifully. The sconces are adorned wit...

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Construction Books

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Metal

Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...

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1990s Vintage Construction Books

Finn Juhl, NV-45 Lounge Chairs, Teak, Fabric, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1945
Finn Juhl, NV-45 Lounge Chairs, Teak, Fabric, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1945

Finn Juhl, NV-45 Lounge Chairs, Teak, Fabric, Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1945

By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of fabric and teak NV-45 lounge chairs designed by Finn Juhl and produced by Niels Vodder, Denmark, 1945. Seat Height (inches): 16.5" Arm Height (inches): 27.5" All items ...

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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Construction Books

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Teak, Fabric

Classic Danish Teak & cane  Modular Sofa/ Daybed with table by Hans Olsen
Classic Danish Teak & cane  Modular Sofa/ Daybed with table by Hans Olsen

Classic Danish Teak & cane Modular Sofa/ Daybed with table by Hans Olsen

By Design Bramin, Hans Olsen

Located in Buffalo, NY

Early Production ! Retains original BRAMIN burn in label.. A verstile design by Hans Olsen, this highly functional sofa has a variety of uses. The table and two seats can be configu...

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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Construction Books

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Fabric, Cane, Teak

Asymmetrical Brazilian Modern Cabinet Attributed to Giuseppe Scapinelli
Asymmetrical Brazilian Modern Cabinet Attributed to Giuseppe Scapinelli

Asymmetrical Brazilian Modern Cabinet Attributed to Giuseppe Scapinelli

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in Oakland, CA

Asymmetrical Brazilian Modern cabinet attributed to Giuseppe Scapinelli, Brazil, 1963. The unique piece of Brazilian furniture is handcrafted of Caviuna wood and composed of differen...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Construction Books

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Belgian Lounge Chair in Cherry & Ochre Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Belgian Lounge Chair in Cherry & Ochre Fabric

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Belgian Lounge Chair in Cherry & Ochre Fabric

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Attributed to Alfred Hendrickx for Belform, lounge chair, fabric, cherry, Belgium, 1950s This well-detailed easy chair features an outstanding cherry frame in which the legs and arm...

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1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Construction Books

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Fabric, Cherry

Pair of Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Rosewood and Cane, Joaquim Tenreiro, 1950s
Pair of Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Rosewood and Cane, Joaquim Tenreiro, 1950s

Pair of Brazilian Modern Armchairs in Rosewood and Cane, Joaquim Tenreiro, 1950s

By Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in New York, NY

Designed in the 1950s, this pair of armchairs by Joaquim Tenreiro represents one of the most foundational and influential contributions to Brazilian Modern furniture. Often regarded ...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Construction Books

Materials

Hardwood, Cane

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Vintage Construction Books For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of vintage construction books for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique vintage construction books was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, wood and hardwood. There are all kinds of vintage construction books available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Vintage construction books are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern and modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many vintage construction books are appealing in their simplicity, but Pierre Chapo, Antoine Cheneviere and Finn Juhl produced popular vintage construction books that are worth a look.

How Much are Vintage Construction Books?

Vintage construction books can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $900, while the lowest priced sells for $45 and the highest can go for as much as $65,000.