Expertly Restored - Kipp Stewart Two Tone Lacquered & Walnut Bookshelf
By Glenn of California, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut Wood, Lacquered Satin Wood _____________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we ...
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookshelf, Asymmetrical Design, USA, 1950s
Located in Waxahachie, TX
Small walnut open book shelf clearly executed by a fan of Gio Ponti and his designs for the University of Padua, with its asymmetrical structure and half-harlequin motif. Tapered leg...
Wood
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern 4-Tier Sculpted Walnut Bookshelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Enjoy! :) Materials: Walnut, Walnut-Stained Oak Wood This expertly refinished Mid-Century Modern bookshelf, crafted in the United States during the 1960s, features a sculptural wal...
Oak, Walnut
Vintage Walnut Bookshelf and Secretaire by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy
By Claudio Salocchi, Sormani
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s - 1960s. This bookshelf and secretaire features a walnut frame with nickel-plated brass handles and black varnished metal feet, which are not original.
Metal, Brass, Nickel
Milo Baughman Bookcase for Glenn of California, 1955
By Milo Baughman
Located in Coronado, CA
Milo Baughman walnut bookshelf manufactured by Glenn of California in 1955.
Walnut
Vintage Abstract Studio Pottery Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Measuring 4 inches wide, 3.75 inches deep, and 5.75 inches tall, this vase is ideally suited for a minimalist mantle, a walnut bookshelf, or a sophisticated tabletop vignette.
Pottery
Vintage Original Studio Pottery Pitcher
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Perfect for a minimalist kitchen island or as a refined accent on a walnut bookshelf, this versatile jug brings a warm, artisanal presence to any space.
Pottery
Vintage Art Deco Italian Bookshelf, Handcrafted Walnut, 1940s-50s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A freestanding, vintage Art Deco Italian bookshelf made of hand crafted polished Walnut, in good condition.
Walnut
Price Upon Request
Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf
By HG Furniture
Located in Kensington, MD
Danish Walnut Stand Alone Wall Unit / Room Divider / Bookshelf Additional information: Material: Walnut Featured at DC Gorgeous honey-toned walnut that would certainly play wel...
Walnut
William Pahlmann Four-Drawer Walnut Desk with Integral Bookshelf
By William Pahlmann
Located in Chicago, IL
Walnut desk by William Pahlmann with four drawers and front shelf. Unusual base of large intersecting dowels. Restored to outstanding original condition. From Pahlmann's 1952 Hasting...
Walnut
$4,276Sale Price|20% Off
1980s Bookshelf, Walnut and Black Satin Lacquer, Sormani, Italy
Located in Arosio, IT
In the early 1980s, Luigi Sormani envisaged what would become a hit of the 1990s, later adopted by Antonio Citterio with B&B Italia: a modular shelving that tipped the modularity...
Wood, Walnut
$1,400Sale Price|30% Off
Mid Century Walnut Burl Carved Library Bookcase Bookshelf Cabinet Drawers 58"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid Century Bookcase, Circa 1940s. Features a rectangular frame made from walnut with burlwood with three shelves over a lower cabinet that opens to drawers and shelf for accessory ...
Walnut, Burl
Art Deco Mid-Century Modern Bookshelf Bookcase Walnut Turned Restored Shellac
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Art Deco Mid-Century Modern bookshelf bookcase in walnut turned and restored and shellac polished Measures console cm: H 95, W 80, D 32.
Walnut
Evans Clark for Glenn of California Mid Century Walnut Room Divider Bookshelf
By Evans Clark, Glenn of California
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Evans Clark for Glenn of California Mid Century Walnut Room Divider Bookshelf The closed room divider measures: 32 wide x 16 deep x 60.25 inches high The opened room divider measure...
Walnut
$1,455Sale Price|30% Off
Sheraton Revival Burr Elm Walnut Inlay Dwarf Library Open Bookcase Bookshelf
By Sheraton Revival
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for this lovely Burr Elm, Walnut inlaid, Sheraton Revival style dwarf open library bookcase A very good looking well made and decorative piece, the shelf...
Elm, Walnut
Open Bookshelf by Anonima Castelli, Walnut Wood, Italian Design, 1940s
By Anonima Castelli
Located in Roma, IT
A fine example of Italian rationalist–era furniture, the piece combines functionality and understated decorative refinement. The bookshelf is constructed in warmly toned walnut vene...
Wood
Paul McCobb for Lane Delineator Walnut & Rosewood Cabinet & Bookshelf 271-62/63
By Paul McCobb, Lane Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in the USA, this piece stands among the most monumental by Paul McCobb. With an angular and architectural design ethos, and Lane's customary high quality, this piec...
Chrome
1950's MCM John Van Koert for Drexel “Profile” Pyramidal Bookshelf in Walnut
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in St. Louis, MO
The walnut frame and shelves, retain the original finish, some wear to shelves, otherwise structurally solid.
Walnut
very rare bookshelf by carl auböck
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Munich, DE
pure, rare and elegant bookshelf by carl auböck.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Freestanding Bookshelf with Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage freestanding unit makes a wonderful addition to any home or office. Dual cabinets, including a lower record cabinet, make this ideal for mixed storage and display. Pleas...
Walnut
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Two-Tier Sculpted Bookshelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut-Stained Maple Wood ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take ...
Wood, Maple, Walnut
Large Scale Bookshelf by Gerald Mccabe for Eon Furniture, c.1970s
By Gerald McCabe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An American made large scale bookshelf by Gerald McCabe for Eon Furniture c.1970s, USA.
Walnut
Expertly Restored - John Keal Night Stand with Bookshelf for Brown Saltman
By Brown Saltman, John Keal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut-Stained Mahogany Wood, Patinated Brass ______________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to ...
Brass
1935 Series bookshelf designed by Carlo Scarpa for Bernini, 1979
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Misinto, IT
The Serie 1935 bookcase was designed by Italian architectural master Carlo Scarpa, a work considered at the time to be extraordinarily innovative in both form and construction. This ...
Metal
Expertly Restored - Paul McCobb Side Table w/ Bookshelf for Winchendon Furniture
By Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Walnut-Stained Maple Wood, Brass Pull ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, ...
Brass
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century Paul McCobb Calvin Irwin Collection Shelf Bookshelf Room Divider
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in New York, NY
Rare Mid Century sideboard, shelf unit, room divider, designed by Paul McCobb as part of the sought after Irwin Collection series for Calvin, circa 1950’s. This example features ble...
Brass
Vintage Original Studio Pottery Pleated Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
These subtle marks are not flaws but rather the distinguished characteristics of an original hand-made work. Whether styled on a walnut credenza or a minimalist bookshelf, this piece...
Pottery
Mid-Century Modern Bookshelf Room Divider with Storage
Located in New Hyde Park, NY
Beautiful Mid-Century Modern walnut bookshelf and room divider with lower tambour door for album storage.
Walnut
Unavailable
H 30.32 in W 72.05 in D 11.82 in
MidCentury Canadian Walnut 881 Free Standing Bookshelf, 1960s
Located in Brussels, Ixelles
Geometrical midcentury bookshelf on feet produced in Canada in the 1960s, walnut veneered corpus with black painted leg structure.
Wood, Walnut
Extraordinary Unique Bookshelf, circa 1948
Located in Paris, FR
Amazing unique bookshelf Italy, 1948 This extraordinary bookcase is unique and was made on special order for a mansion in Milano. The cream paint is original, as well as the beauti...
Wood, Walnut
Unavailable
H 67 in W 39.3 in D 16 in
Signed Romeo Rega Brass Chrome and Lucite Bookshelf with Burl Walnut Base
By Romeo Rega
Located in London, GB
An Italian shelving unit by Romeo Rega, signed to the top of the chrome frame. Rectangular storage space base in burl walnut veneer. The upper tier supports Lucite shelves in chrome ...
Brass, Chrome
Midcentury Three-Tier Bookshelf – Pine and White Laminate
Located in Pasadena, CA
This three-tier bookcase reflects midcentury modern design through its clean lines and balanced use of materials. Crafted in pine and walnut, each shelf features a white laminated to...
Walnut, Formica, Pine
Mid-Century Modern 4-Tier Pyramid Walnut Bookshelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Modern 4-tier pyramid walnut bookshelf.
Wood
Milo Baughman 3-Tier Walnut Bookshelf for Glenn of California
By Milo Baughman, Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Milo Baughman 3-Tier walnut bookshelf for Glenn of California.
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern 4-Tier Walnut Bookshelf
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Exceptional mid-century 4-tier walnut bookshelf designed and manufactured in the United States, circa 1950s.
Brass, Steel
Walnut Bookshelf By Vista of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic simple walnut and iron bookshelf (2 available).
John Van Koert “Profile” Walnut Bookshelf for Drexel
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
John Van Koert "Profile" bookshelf for Drexel.
Walnut
Pair of Postmodern Walnut Bookshelf Speakers by Realistic
Located in San Diego, CA
A very cool great-looking speakers by Realistic circa 1980s nice walnut cases, and in working condition we have cleaned and oiled the boxes some little chips nothing major, can be us...
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Vintage Danish Modern Walnut Bookshelf Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Bookshelf and Magazine Rack (1960s)
Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL
This mid-century modern bookshelf and magazine rack is made from walnut wood, dating back to the 1960s.
Walnut
Merton L. Gershun Free-Standing Walnut Bookshelf for Dillingham
By Merton Gershun, Dillingham Manufacturing Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning standing bookshelf designed by Merton L. Gershun for Dillingham in the United States circa 1960s.
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Kipp Stewart Lacquered & Walnut Bookshelf for Glenn of CA
By Glenn of California, Kipp Stewart
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
Walnut
Paul McCobb Walnut Bookshelf Wall Unit or Room Divider, 1960s
By Lane Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern bookcase wall unit or room divider By Paul McCobb for Lane "Delineator" Collection USA, 1960s Walnut, with original aluminum hardwa...
Aluminum
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H 66.5 in W 60 in D 16 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookshelf Room Divider with Drop Down Desk, 1950s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, étagère bookcase, made of walnut, with a drop down desk, circa the 1950s. In excellent condition. The dimensions are 60" W x 16" D x 66.5" H.
Walnut
Sold
H 66.5 in W 60 in D 16 in
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookshelf Room Divider W Drop Down Desk, 1950s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, etagere bookcase, made of walnut, with a drop down desk, circa the 1950s. In excellent condition. The dimensions are 60" W x 16" D x 66.5" H.
Walnut
Rare Edward Wormley For Dunbar Bookshelf Or Room Divider
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous walnut bookshelf or room divider by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Walnut
Sold
H 32.75 in W 57 in D 15.75 in
Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall “Declaration” Bookcase for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This skillfully crafted walnut bookshelf features a versatile shelved interior with pins for quickly adjusting the interior in three different positions for optimal functionality.
Wood, Walnut
Sold
H 32.75 in W 57 in L 32.75 in
Stewart MacDougall & Kipp Stewart “Declaration” Bookcase for Drexel
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This skillfully crafted walnut bookshelf features a versatile shelved interior with pins for quickly adjusting the interior in three different positions for optimal functionality.
Wood, Walnut
Walnut French Cabinet / Bookshelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French cabinets in walnut. Black glass sliding doors. c.1960's. Completely restored.
Smoked Glass, Walnut
Luther Conover Walnut & Iron Bookshelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century walnut & Iron book shelf by Luthur Conover.
Iron
Midcentury Walnut Display Bookshelf Unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 83.75″H x 65.5″L x 19″W Materials: Walnut Condition: ...
Walnut
Modernist Bookshelf from Walnut Veneer
Located in Chicago, IL
This handsome shelving unit dates to the 1970s and has been completely restored and repolished. In the 1930s and 1940s Hungarian furniture was known throughout Central Europe for its...
Glass, Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Tier Bookshelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fascinating two-tier bookshelf designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1960’s.
Wood, Walnut
Midcentury Walnut Three-Bay Bookshelf Unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Period/Style: Mid Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1950’s Dimensions: 71″H x 86.5″L x 16.5″W Materials: Walnut Condition: ...
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Sculpted Walnut Tier Bookshelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fascinating two-tier bookshelf designed and manufactured in the United States circa 1960’s.
Wood, Walnut
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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.