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Vintage Metal Bookshelves

Mid-Century Modern Dutch Metal Minimalist Black Bookshelve, circa 1960
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Minimalist black metal bookshelves. By unknown manufacturer, Netherlands, circa 1960. In
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1960s Dutch Minimalist Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Ambasciata Pendant by Vittorio Introini for Stilnovo, 1970s
By Stilnovo, Vittorio Introini
Located in Rotterdam, NL
cooperated with Saporiti Italia for a long time; their masterpiece being the metal bookshelves from the
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Extra Large Metal Tomado Shelving Wall Unit Dutch Design
By Nils Nisse Strinning, Tomado
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the Stunning Sought-After Extra Large Metal Tomado Rack: A Vintage Treasure Are you
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Pair of Hardwood Gilt Metal Empire Revival Metamorphic Library Steps Armchairs
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
in Rosewood with gilt metal Empire Revival mounts and black leather steps A very good looking and
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20th Century English Regency Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Hardwood

Escande Cabinet, Cité Universitaire, Antony France
By Escande
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1954. Oak frames with sliding doors and open niche bookshelves Signature perforated black metal legs
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1950s French Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Escande Cabinet, Cité Universitaire, Antony France
By Escande
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1954. Oak frames with sliding doors and open niche bookshelves Signature perforated black metal legs
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1950s French Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Escande Cabinet, Cité Universitaire, Antony France
By Escande
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1954. Oak frames with sliding doors and open niche bookshelves Signature perforated black metal legs
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1950s French Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Escande Cabinet
By Escande
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1954. Oak frames with sliding doors and open niche bookshelves Signature perforated black metal legs
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1950s French Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Vintage Escande Cabinet
Escande Cabinet
H 35.75 in W 35.5 in D 13.75 in
Set of three Congresso Bookcase by Lips Vago black
By Lips Vago
Located in Milano, IT
sophistication and functional elegance. These bookshelves, crafted from sleek black-painted metal, stand as
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal, Steel

Vintage Chrome Color Aluminum Wall Coat Rack 1950s
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
. The design is inspired by a design by Pilastro. The metal coat rack with fixed hat shelf is chrome
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Wall Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro with Die Cut Magazine Shelve
By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
Vintage industrial wall system / bookshelves, designed by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Holland
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

20th Century Italian Pair of Walnut Shelves, Rosewood Cabinets by Vittorio Dassi
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-brown, vintage Mid-Century modern Italian pair of slim bookshelves with a top rack made of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal, Brass

Danish Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius with wine cabinet, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
has 10 bookshelves. It has a cabinet with 2 sliding door (with behind a glass shelve), a cabinet with
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Teak

DePadova Wall Shelves
By DePadova 1
Located in Milano, Lombardia
innovative use of materials. Their bookshelves are no exception, and are characterized by clean lines
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Aluminum

DePadova Wall Shelves
DePadova Wall Shelves
H 78.75 in W 96.86 in D 19.3 in
Art Deco Style His Modular Library Day System Made with Wood and Bronze
Located in Seroa, PT
Composition Description Wall mounting bracket - 50 x 30 x H285 cm Mate black metal (SCM-16
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20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Bronze

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'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Textile

Gino Sarfatti Model No. 2065 Ceiling Light for Astep
By Gino Sarfatti, Flos, Astep
Located in Glendale, CA
Gino Sarfatti model no. 2065 ceiling lamp for Astep. Designed in 1950, this is an authorized re-edition by Alessandro Sarfatti, grandson of Gino Sarfatti, who applies his grandfathe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Aluminum

"Solana" Wall Sconces
By Blueprint Lighting
Located in Westport, CT
The "Solana" wall mount sconce or reading light is strongly influenced by Scandinavian, Danish, French, and Italian Mid-Century Modernism. The walnut back plate (available in natural...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Enamel, Brass

"Solana" Wall Sconces
"Solana" Wall Sconces
H 13 in W 5 in D 6 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
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2010s South African Minimalist Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Hardwood

Orbitale Brass Chandelier 3 Rotating Balanced Arms, Stilnovo Style, Twin Shades
By Silvio Piattelli, Stilnovo, Arteluce
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
This 3-armed chandelier with twin shades is a versatile and elegant fixture perfect above a kitchen island, over a counter, dining table, or in a living room. The chandelier's three ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Aluminum, Metal, Brass

Italian Vintage Design Chandelier White Brass from Stilnovo 1960 Mid-Century
By Stilnovo
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Massive cluster chandelier designed by Stilnovo with a diameter of 130 cm. Italian mid-century at its finest ! Its Minimalistic shape make it great for any midcentury or modern int...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal, Brass

Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette Fabric Department Pendant, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
A simple but sensational fixture, designed by Josef Hoffmann, for the fabric department of the Wiener Werkstaette on Kaerntnerstrasse in Vienna. Style and color of the fabric custom-...
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2010s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Silk

Modular Stackable Solid Wood Coffee, Side Tables by Frattini for Cassina
By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Antwerp, BE
Architectural modular coffee tables executed with four square elements glass top in wooden modular frame. These coffee tables has many options in your living room such as a central c...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Glass, Wenge

The Light Refreshment - Nabis Oil, Seated Figures in Interior - Edouard Vuillard
By Edouard Vuillard
Located in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Signed figurative oil on board circa 1890 by French Nabis school painter Edouard Vuillard. The work depicts two seated ladies dressed in black with grey pinafores enjoying coffee tog...
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1890s Impressionist Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Oil, Board

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 desk. The unit is totally modular and can arranged to your liking. It also includes ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Teak

Contemporary Room Divider Shelving "30/30 L" in Oak by Casey Lurie Studio
By Casey Lurie
Located in Chicago, IL
Part room divider, part bookcase, part screen, the "30/30" series is an extremely versatile shelving system. Named for the degrees of the alternately angled dividers which give the p...
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2010s North American Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Wood

21st Century Modern Nature Inspired Suspension Lamp, Gold Leafs Chandelier
Located in Porto, PT
Leafus suspension lamp unveils a subtle breeze of fresh and modern design. This luxury suspension lamp is full of sophistication with an organic and elegant shape. Nature-inspired, t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Brass

Mission Oak Arts &Crafts Leaded Glass Bookcase C1912
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fantastic Oak Arts & Crafts Mission leaded glass bookcase with 3 adjustable shelves. Storage space is 10" x 33". Recently refinished and a very tight cabinet. One side has a very mi...
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1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Lead

Antique Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps Ladder Side Table Brass Tread
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique Arts & Crafts Victorian metamorphic library steps side table in oak with period brass treads A very charming and highly col...
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19th Century English Arts and Crafts Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Brass

Antique 1880 Arts & Crafts Metamorphic Library Steps Original Carpet Upholstery
Located in GB
We are  delighted to offer for sale this lovely antique Arts & Crafts Victorian metamorphic library steps chair in oak with period upholstered Carpet steps A very charming and hi...
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1880s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Oak

Wall Mounted Cabinet with Desk for Les Arcs by Charlotte Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Wall Mounted Cabinet with desk for Les Arcs by Charlotte Perriand Charlotte Perriand was a designer and architect active in early 20th century France. She is recognised worldwide ...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Wood

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Poul Cadovius Bookshelves Butterflies, Royal Metal Bookshelves Red, Blue Yellow
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in LA Arnhem, NL
Poul Cadovius bookshelves butterflies. A set of three metal bookshelves. The butterflies are flying
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Sheet Metal

9 Midcentury Floating Tricolor Metal Wall Bookshelves Matégot for Artimeta
By Artimeta, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Brussels, Ixelles
Rare and large set of eight tricolor metal shelving units from Mathieu Mate´got for Artimeta
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Extraordinary Pair of Bookshelves Designed by Vittorio Rossi, 1950
By Vittorio Rossi
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Extraordinary pair of bookshelf, design Vittorio Rossi 1950 built on comission of the customer, so unique pieces, made in the 50's for a house in Milan, very special, very good cons...
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1950s Italian Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Teak Tomado Holland Book Shelves with Corner Shelve, 1950
By D. Dekker 1, Tomado
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
Teak Tomado Holland book shelves, with corner shelve. 1950 Bookshelves or wall system by Tomado
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Rare Large 'Birka' Desk for NK by Axel Einar Hjorth
By Axel Einar Hjorth
Located in Miami, FL
features three drawers and one door concealing four shallow pull-out trays with two built-in bookshelves to
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Brass

Italian Space Age White Metal Bookshelves, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Couple of white metal bookshelves dating to the seventies. Set of two shelving system , with 5
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Italian Space Age White Metal Bookshelves, 1970s
Italian Space Age White Metal Bookshelves, 1970s
H 74.81 in W 29.53 in D 11.82 in
Pair of Italian Oak and Metal Bookshelves, 1980s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made with varnished metal and multi-layered oak.
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1980s Italian Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Pair of Italian Oak and Metal Bookshelves, 1980s
Pair of Italian Oak and Metal Bookshelves, 1980s
H 65.75 in W 32.29 in D 14.97 in
Three Black and White Modernist Metal Bookshelves, Netherlands 1960s
By Tomado, Friso Kramer
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
An easy to assemble and adjustable metal book shelving system from the 1960's The black enamelled
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

Tomado Multicolored Metal Standing Bookshelf
By Tomado, Jan Van Der Togt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rietveld colored Industrial sheet metal bookshelves with black steel frame and multicolored shelves
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal, Steel

Tomado Multicolored Metal Standing Bookshelf
Tomado Multicolored Metal Standing Bookshelf
H 55.25 in W 38.625 in D 9.875 in
Italian Teak, Black Metal and Brass Midcentury Bookshelves Roomdivider
By Franco Albini and Franca Helg, Poggi
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This bookshelves was produced in Italy in the 1950s. Thanks to its adjustable height (285-310 cm
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Brass, Metal

Tomado Style 2 Section Industrial Metal Wall Mount Bookshelves
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, red and brown) enameled sheet metal shelves and black enameled wire risers. In very original condition
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Postmodern Metal and Glass Bookshelves from Tonin Casa, Italy, 1990s
By Tonin Casa Padova
Located in Zagreb, HR
. The stunning postmodern sculptural form of the bookshelves features a minimalist powder-coated metal
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Set of 2 Metal 'Butterfly' Bookshelves by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This is a beautiful and bright colored set of rare metal 'Butterfly' bookshelves by Poul Cadovius
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Unusual Italian Metal Modular Structure Of A Set Of Bookshelves.
Located in Milan, IT
Modular structure of a set of bookshelves, realized with several uprights of a set of dark gray
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1950s Italian Vintage Metal Bookshelves

Minimalist Modular Bookshelves, Italy, 1950s
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
This Minimalist bookshelves has two components and one of them is wall-mounted. Dimensions are
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1950s Italian Minimalist Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Minimalist Modular Bookshelves, Italy, 1950s
Minimalist Modular Bookshelves, Italy, 1950s
H 31.5 in W 44.89 in D 7.88 in
Bookshelves by Paolo Deganello , circa 1981
By Paolo Deganello
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
tulipwood shelves, and a brown-stained ash upright. The contrast with the lacquered green metal components
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Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Bookshelves by Paolo Deganello , circa 1981
Bookshelves by Paolo Deganello , circa 1981
H 92.52 in W 47.25 in D 12.6 in
TAPP CABINET WITH BOOKSHELVES AND SECRETARY
Located in New York, NY
Combined bookcase, cabinet and secretary in burlwood and painted green wood by Johan Tapp. The four corner cabinet doors open to two shelves. The central panel drops down to reveal a...
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1940s American Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

TAPP CABINET WITH BOOKSHELVES AND SECRETARY
TAPP CABINET WITH BOOKSHELVES AND SECRETARY
H 70 in W 64.25 in D 15.25 in
John Ild Modular Bookshelves by Philippe Starck, circa 1984
By Philippe Starck
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
sleek structure comprising of two black metal tubing uprights. These uprights can be positioned against
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Set of Three Vintage Bookshelves "Zibaldone" by Carlo Scarpa
By Carlo Scarpa, Bernini
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Three Modules Bookshelf Zibaldone by Carlo Scarpa for Bernini, 1974. Bookcase with crystal doors sliding vertically by means of a counterweight, solid wood and walnut veneer...
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1970s Italian Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Crystal, Metal, Brass

Vittorio Introini Three P700 Bookshelves for Saporiti, Proposal Series, 1969
By Saporiti, Vittorio Introini
Located in Milan, IT
These three model P700 bookshelves were designed by Vittorio Introini for Saportiti's Proposal
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal, Steel

Pair Gold Gilded Arched Faux Bamboo Steel Etageres Bookshelves, Circa 1950s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful and rare pair of gilded etageres in the Hollywood regency style. They are in good condition and measure 79 tall x 30 wide x 14 deep.
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1960s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Mid Century Danish Modular Teak Wall System Poul Cadovius Cado Bookshelves Desk
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Norwich, GB
- 20cm deep 2 x teak shelves - 24cm deep 1 x teak shelf - 38cm deep 8 x black metal fixing rods 8 x
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Set of 3 Metal Poul Cadovius Butterfly Wall Shelves Art Sculpture, 1960s
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful set of metal "Butterfly" bookshelves designed by Poul Cadovius in the 1960s in Denmark
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Room Divider/Freestanding Black Metal Teak Wall Shelving/Storage with Two Desks
By Ladderax
Located in Markington, GB
XXL room divider / freestanding black metal framed teak book shelving / storage unit with his and
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Scandinavian modular Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal System, 1960s
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Ranst, VAN
cabinets, one display cabinet and six bookshelves. Always adaptable and further expandable.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Vintage Italian Teak Wall Unit Sideboard Bookcase with Bar by Silvio Cavatorta
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Baambrugge, NL
, bookshelves and bar. This Mid-Century Modern design wall unit / sideboard /buffet /bookcase is made in the
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal, Brass

Kurt Østervig Teak Free Standing Bookshelf or Room Divider, 1960's Denmark
By Kurt Østervig
Located in The Hague, NL
shelves ( D-26 x W-100cm). This bookshelves is free standing and can be used as great room divider or
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal, Brass

Library Ceiling Lamp by Serge Mouille
Located in Stratford, CT
designed to illuminate bookshelves in a library, this unique lamp may also light works of art or highlight
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20th Century French Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Wall Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro
By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
Vintage industrial wall system / bookshelves, designed by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Holland
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Wall Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro
Wall Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro
H 59.06 in W 68.51 in D 19.69 in
Library Ceiling Lamp by Serge Mouille
Located in Stratford, CT
designed to illuminate bookshelves in a library, this unique lamp may also light works of art or highlight
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20th Century French Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Paul McCobb Vitrine Shelves
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
lacquered. They are a versatile size and can be used independently as wall mounted shelves, bookshelves
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal, Brass

Paul McCobb Vitrine Shelves
Paul McCobb Vitrine Shelves
H 36 in W 36 in D 13 in
Modern Holmegaard Crystal Table Lamps by Sidse Werner
By Sidse Werner, Holmegaard
Located in Miami, FL
of metallic greys and orangey browns. Diminutive in scale, they are perfect for bookshelves and
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Crystal, Brass, Metal

Danish Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
has 8 bookshelves. It has a cabinet with 2 sliding door (with a shelve on the inside), a cabinet with
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Teak

Rare Set of Yale Provenance Snead System Cast Iron Archival Shelving System
Located in New York, NY
A set of rare Snead bookshelves designed for use in public libraries, underwritten by Andrew
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20th Century North American Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Iron

1960s Italian Modular Bookcase by Ico Parisi
By Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM), Ico Parisi
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Rosewood and metal bookcase composed of four rosewood pedestals with bookshelves and bookends. The
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

1960s Italian Modular Bookcase by Ico Parisi
1960s Italian Modular Bookcase by Ico Parisi
H 86.62 in W 149.61 in D 18.12 in
Danish Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Appeltern, Gelderland
8 bookshelves and one deep shelve that can be used as writing table/desk. The parts are supported by
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase by Ico Parisi for MIM Rome
By Ico Parisi, Mobili Italiani Moderni (MIM)
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
desk with drawers, two closed cabinets, a larger shelf for a TV and several bookshelves with metal
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Aluminum

Pair of Antique Mahogany Waring and Gillows Bookcases
By Waring & Gillow
Located in London, GB
very good condition. These were made by Waring & Gillows (the metal label is showing in the images
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Mid-20th Century English Sheraton Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Mahogany

Antique Georgian Style Inlaid Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in London, GB
has four Gothic style astral glazed doors and inside are adjustable bookshelves. The bottom section
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1950s English Georgian Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Mahogany

Art Deco Sideboard by Betty Joel in Australian Walnut English, 1935
By Betty Joel
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco sideboard by Betty Joel. Three graduating bookshelves to side with central cupboard and
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Walnut

Ambasciata Pendant by Vittorio Introini for Stilnovo, 1970s
By Stilnovo, Vittorio Introini
Located in Rotterdam, NL
cooperated with Saporiti Italia for a long time; their masterpiece being the metal bookshelves from the
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Postmodern Metal and Glass Bookshelves from Tonin Casa, Italy, 1980s
By Tonin Casa Padova
Located in Zagreb, HR
stunning postmodern sculptural form of the bookshelves features a minimalist metal structure supporting 4
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Fine Mahogany and Gilded Metal Directoire Style Étagères Bookshelves Curio, Pair
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Handsome pair of fine French design! Beautiful condition. Matched pair. Measures: 50 tall x 24 wide x 12 deep. Gorgeous design.
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1960s French Directoire Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Standing Bookshelves by Jan van der Togt for Tomado, 1960s
By Tomado, Jan Van Der Togt
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Wonderful set of five Mid-Century Modern three section standing bookshelves. Design by Jan van der
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Industrial Metal Shelves with Coat Hangers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Industrial metal shelves with coat hangers, American, circa 1950s. They retain their original
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1950s American Industrial Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Post-Modern Geometric Abstract Metal Table Sculpture
Located in Miami, FL
Post-Modern Geometric abstract metal table sculpture on wood base Offered for sale is a
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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal, Aluminum

Pair of Space Age White Metal and Sandblasted Glass "VBO" Table Lamps by Sirrah
By Sirrah
Located in Varese, Lombardia
condition: slight aesthetic defects on the shades. Ideal as bedside lamps or bookshelves.
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1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Aluminum

Pair of Chinese Red Pagoda Shelves
Located in Atlanta, GA
and can be used as bookshelves, display vitrines, or even as a bar. They are made up of four stacking
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1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Pair of Chinese Red Pagoda Shelves
Pair of Chinese Red Pagoda Shelves
H 65 in W 24.5 in D 20 in
Danish Wall Unit in Teak, 1960s
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit, teak, glass and metal, Denmark, 1960s This simplistic wall unit consists of four rows
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Danish Wall Unit in Teak, 1960s
Danish Wall Unit in Teak, 1960s
H 75.99 in W 135.04 in D 13 in
1960s, Poul Cadovius Teak with Golden Supports Dry Bar or Book Case by Cado
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
cabinet is made of teak. The system includes three standing free supports. Five bookshelves depth 24 cm
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

1960s, Poul Cadovius Teak with Brass Detail Book Case with Vitrine by Cado
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
cabinet is made of teak. Three bookshelves depth 20 cm / 8 inch. One shelf depth 30 cm / 12 inch. One
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Metal

Set of Vintage Cast Brass Sculpture of Eagle Head Bookends
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Set of vintage Mid-Century Modern cast metal brass patriotic bald eagle head sculpture bookends
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

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Brass

Bookcase Freestanding Teak Ebonized Charlotte Perriand after H 6ft 10.5" L 3ft1"
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
cloud shape (bookshelves) came from, with aluminium connecting elements. A freeform that gives rhythm to
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1970s French Post-Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

Materials

Teak, Ebony

Pair of Jean Prouvé "Chaise En Bois" Chairs, circa 1940, France
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Girona, Spain
Prouvé. There, he perfected techniques in folded metal that resulted in his “Standard” chair (1934) and
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

Materials

Wood

Borge Mogensen Shelving
By Børge Mogensen
Located in New York, NY
Hanging bookshelves and desk by Borge Mogensen made for Illums Bolighus, circa 1960s. Solid oak
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

Materials

Oak, Teak

Borge Mogensen Shelving
Borge Mogensen Shelving
H 53.5 in W 60.5 in D 19 in
Cado Shelves
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Atlanta, GA
Selection of bookshelves, designed by Poul Cadovius for CADO, Denmark, circa 1960s. They are priced
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

Materials

Metal

Cado Shelves
Cado Shelves
H 0.5 in W 9.5 in D 31.5 in
Impressive Pair of Massironi Metal Bookshelves
By Manfredo Massironi
Located in Brussels, BE
Impressive pair of Massironi chromed metal bookshelves. Only a few pièces were manufactured in
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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Metal Bookshelves

Materials

Chrome

Impressive Pair of Massironi Metal Bookshelves
Impressive Pair of Massironi Metal Bookshelves
H 86.62 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in
Impressive Pair of Massironi Chromed Metal Bookshelves
By Manfredo Massironi
Located in Brussels, BE
Impressive pair of chromed metal and glass bookshelves. Due to expensive production costs, only a
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1970s Italian Vintage Metal Bookshelves

Materials

Metal

Studio BBPR Italian Green Metal Lacquered Bookshelves Spazio Serie, 1950s
By Olivetti
Located in Firenze, IT
Important Italian enameled metal bookshelves "Spazio" designed by Studio BBPR for Olivetti. This
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal Bookshelves

Materials

Steel

Italian Work Bookshelves in Golden Metal 1970's
Located in Milan, IT
Bookcase 70s, with 5 glass shelves, folding structure in gilded metal, excellent condition
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1970s Italian Vintage Metal Bookshelves

Materials

Metal

Italian Work Bookshelves in Golden Metal 1970's
Italian Work Bookshelves in Golden Metal 1970's
H 66.93 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
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Vintage Metal Bookshelves For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage metal bookshelves is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and oak, all vintage metal bookshelves available were constructed with great care. Vintage metal bookshelves have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of vintage metal bookshelves to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, Art Deco and modern vintage metal bookshelves are of considerable interest. Vintage metal bookshelves have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga and DePadova are consistently popular.

How Much are Vintage Metal Bookshelves?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $5,564, while they’re typically $602 on the low end and $20,479 highest priced.

Finding the Right storage-case-pieces 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.

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