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Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Oak Compact 3 Tiered Bookshelf
Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Oak Compact 3 Tiered Bookshelf

Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Oak Compact 3 Tiered Bookshelf

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Circa 1910 Elegant and compact Arts & Crafts 3 tiered bookshelf with subtle workmanship and clean lines in dark, quarter sawn solid oak. Ideal for a small space/nook.

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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

Vintage Open Neoclassical Maple Built in Corner Shelving Cabinet Salvage
Vintage Open Neoclassical Maple Built in Corner Shelving Cabinet Salvage

Vintage Open Neoclassical Maple Built in Corner Shelving Cabinet Salvage

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

High end vintage corner cabinet built along the neoclassical style with fluted edges. Excellent for a built in project. Ideal for books and display and exuding warmth and finesse.

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1960s Canadian Neoclassical Revival Used Book Shelves

Materials

Maple

Shelving Unit or Bookcase, Modern Chrome Shelving, Midcentury Design, C 1960
Shelving Unit or Bookcase, Modern Chrome Shelving, Midcentury Design, C 1960

Shelving Unit or Bookcase, Modern Chrome Shelving, Midcentury Design, C 1960

Located in New York, NY

A fantastic square, chrome shelving unit from the 1960's. Finished all around. Can be floating in a room for decorative objects. Glass shelves are clear not smokey. Good condition.

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Chrome

Antique English Plate Rack Wall Shelf Hanging Wall Decor Carved Oak 19th C
Antique English Plate Rack Wall Shelf Hanging Wall Decor Carved Oak 19th C

Antique English Plate Rack Wall Shelf Hanging Wall Decor Carved Oak 19th C

Located in Tyler, TX

CHARMING Antique English Oak Hanging Wall Shelf Plate Rack~~19th Century The perfect decorative accent piece for displaying your favorite Imari, Majolica, Staffordshire or other an...

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Late 19th Century English Victorian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

American 1940s Three-Tiered Mahogany Etagere
American 1940s Three-Tiered Mahogany Etagere

American 1940s Three-Tiered Mahogany Etagere

Located in Buchanan, NY

This American 1940s mahogany etagere features three tiers with drawers on two of the tiers. The brass pulls and sabot draw attention to the detailed carvings on the drawers and legs,...

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1940s American Art Deco Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

20th Century, Vitrine with Fine Inlay in the Dutch Baroque Style Mahogany Veneer
20th Century, Vitrine with Fine Inlay in the Dutch Baroque Style Mahogany Veneer

20th Century, Vitrine with Fine Inlay in the Dutch Baroque Style Mahogany Veneer

Located in Berlin, DE

Light mahogany and maple on solid wood. Very rich, Baroque inlaid work. High-corpuscular body. On balustrade-shaped legs connected with an X-shaped ridge. Above two-wise frame base w...

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20th Century Dutch Baroque Used Book Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

1970s Swiss 5-Shelf Tubular Polished Chrome & Green Perspex Shelving Unit
1970s Swiss 5-Shelf Tubular Polished Chrome & Green Perspex Shelving Unit

1970s Swiss 5-Shelf Tubular Polished Chrome & Green Perspex Shelving Unit

By Usm Haller

Located in London, England

1970s five shelf polished tubular chrome and bright green perspex shelving unit. The unit is in the style of Swiss modular furniture brand USM Haller. The height adjustable shelves...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Wall Iroko Wood Shelves Beveled Mirror & Marquetry Art Nouveau Late 19th Century
Wall Iroko Wood Shelves Beveled Mirror & Marquetry Art Nouveau Late 19th Century

Wall Iroko Wood Shelves Beveled Mirror & Marquetry Art Nouveau Late 19th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

Iroko and wood mural shelves of the Art Nouveau period with a balustrade, columns drawers and niche. Very fine details: you can observe the elaborate balustrade and the marquetry in...

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1890s French Art Nouveau Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Italian small cabinet 1970's
Italian small cabinet 1970's

Italian small cabinet 1970's

Located in Diest, BE

small Italian cabinet 1970's

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Pine Storage Unit with Joinery 70 x 70 x 30 cm
Pine Storage Unit with Joinery 70 x 70 x 30 cm

Pine Storage Unit with Joinery 70 x 70 x 30 cm

Located in London, GB

This Danish pine modular shelving unit offers a highly versatile and stylish storage solution. Crafted from solid pine, with beautiful delicate exposed joinery this unit showcases a ...

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Mid-20th Century Used Book Shelves

Materials

Pine

Hollywood Regency Brushed Gold Etagere
Hollywood Regency Brushed Gold Etagere

Hollywood Regency Brushed Gold Etagere

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Hollywood Regency brushed gold etagere with glass shelves and sculptural frame. A glamorous vintage display piece for elegant interiors. The bottom glass has a chip in the corner...

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1980s American Used Book Shelves

Materials

Glass

Boho Chic Pencil Reed Etageres - A Pair
Boho Chic Pencil Reed Etageres - A Pair

Boho Chic Pencil Reed Etageres - A Pair

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Boho Chic Pencil Reed Etageres A Pair With Glass Display Shelves — woven reed and glass for airy texture and refined bohemian interiors. The brass around the bottom appears to ha...

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1980s Unknown Used Book Shelves

Materials

Reed

Early 19th Century French Empire Period Mahogany Bookcase, Adjustable Shelving
Early 19th Century French Empire Period Mahogany Bookcase, Adjustable Shelving

Early 19th Century French Empire Period Mahogany Bookcase, Adjustable Shelving

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This early nineteenth century French Empire period bookcase is constructed of solid mahogany and features bronze detailing of laurels, and palmettes. The bookshelf is divided into th...

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Early 19th Century French Empire Used Book Shelves

Materials

Bronze

A Mid Victorian Opulence Mahogany Three-tier Whatnot with a Drawer, Circa 1850s
A Mid Victorian Opulence Mahogany Three-tier Whatnot with a Drawer, Circa 1850s

A Mid Victorian Opulence Mahogany Three-tier Whatnot with a Drawer, Circa 1850s

Located in Germantown, MD

A Mid Victorian Opulence English Mahogany Three-tier Rolling Whatnot / Etagere with a drawer and turned supports. Period and Style: Dating from the Victorian specifically around 184...

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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Palm Beach Whitewashed Rattan Etagere
Palm Beach Whitewashed Rattan Etagere

Palm Beach Whitewashed Rattan Etagere

Located in Redding, CT

Palm Beach Whitewashed Rattan Etagere . Nice modular shape and textural feel to display book, plants or sculptures. Whitewashed beachy vibe with assorted glass shelves . Perfect for ...

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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Rattan, Glass

Three-Tier Iron Etagere with Antiqued Brass Finish, Plant Stand, Side Table
Three-Tier Iron Etagere with Antiqued Brass Finish, Plant Stand, Side Table

Three-Tier Iron Etagere with Antiqued Brass Finish, Plant Stand, Side Table

Located in Doylestown, PA

Unique vintage three-tier iron etagere with an antiqued brass finish. A shapely, petite etagere with a pagoda inspired design having tray style, triangular shelves supported by thre...

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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves

Materials

Iron

Mahogany Etagere/ Dumbwaiter, by James Winter, London, Mid-19th Century
Mahogany Etagere/ Dumbwaiter, by James Winter, London, Mid-19th Century

Mahogany Etagere/ Dumbwaiter, by James Winter, London, Mid-19th Century

By James Winter & Sons

Located in New York, NY

A superb Victorian étagère / dumbwaiter, circa 1830, from the shop of James Winter, London cabinetmaker. James Winter was based in Soho, London, between 1823 and 1870. He founded h...

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1830s English Victorian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Chrome and Brass Etagere by Maison Jansen, Italy, 1970s
Vintage Chrome and Brass Etagere by Maison Jansen, Italy, 1970s

Vintage Chrome and Brass Etagere by Maison Jansen, Italy, 1970s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage chrome and brass etagere with three glass shelves and large brass acorn finials. Made in Italy by Maison Jansen. Very versatile and rare piece.

Category

20th Century Italian Neoclassical Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass, Chrome

French Mid-Century Modern Modular Wooden Shelving System, 1970s
French Mid-Century Modern Modular Wooden Shelving System, 1970s

French Mid-Century Modern Modular Wooden Shelving System, 1970s

Located in Boom, Vlaams Gewest

Beautiful modular shelving system from France, dating from the 1970s. Crafted from richly toned wood with striking visible joinery details, this piece perfectly captures the warm and...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Slim Pine Shelves
Slim Pine Shelves

Slim Pine Shelves

Located in London, GB

This slim pine shelving unit is a celebration of rustic minimalism and utilitarian design, emphasising the raw beauty of natural timber. The piece is characterised by its strong vert...

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Mid-20th Century Used Book Shelves

Materials

Pine

French Neoclassical Three-Tier Étagère in Brass & Metal, 20th Century
French Neoclassical Three-Tier Étagère in Brass & Metal, 20th Century

French Neoclassical Three-Tier Étagère in Brass & Metal, 20th Century

Located in Bradenton, FL

Three-Tier French Brass and Metal Étagère. Étagère features blackened metal with intricately punched brass shelves and graceful X-form side stretchers. Frame has decorative rosette m...

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20th Century French Neoclassical Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mogens Koch Set of Bookcases in Teak for Rud. Rasmussen
Mogens Koch Set of Bookcases in Teak for Rud. Rasmussen

Mogens Koch Set of Bookcases in Teak for Rud. Rasmussen

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Mogens Koch bookcases in teak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK'.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Teak

Vintage 1970's Ornapress Modular Wine Rack (4 Elements), Swiss made
Vintage 1970's Ornapress Modular Wine Rack (4 Elements), Swiss made

Vintage 1970's Ornapress Modular Wine Rack (4 Elements), Swiss made

Located in Bern, CH

Vintage 1970's Ornapress Modular Wine Rack consisting of four elements. Modules can be assembled vertically or horizontally and added to as required, Swiss made. Contemporary design ...

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1970s Swiss Space Age Used Book Shelves

Materials

Acrylic

Regency Style Gilt Metal Three-Tier Etageres, Pair
Regency Style Gilt Metal Three-Tier Etageres, Pair

Regency Style Gilt Metal Three-Tier Etageres, Pair

Located in Astoria, NY

Pair of Regency Style Gilt Metal and Glass Three-Tier Etageres. 24" H x 12.5" W x 6.5" D. Provenance: From a Central Park West Estate.

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20th Century Regency Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal

606 Shelving System, Dieter Rams for Vitsœ, Vintage
606 Shelving System, Dieter Rams for Vitsœ, Vintage

606 Shelving System, Dieter Rams for Vitsœ, Vintage

By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams

Located in Neuss, NW

Modular 606 shelving system by Dieter Rams for Vitsœ from the 1960s. High-quality construction consisting of eight aluminum E-Tracks, eleven shelves and three containers with up and ...

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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Aluminum

Pine Shelves
Pine Shelves

Pine Shelves

Located in London, GB

This Danish pine modular shelving unit offers a highly versatile and stylish storage solution. Crafted from solid pine, this unit showcase a warm, organic wood grain with natural var...

Category

Mid-20th Century Used Book Shelves

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Modern Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma, Italy, 1970s
Mid-Century Modern Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma, Italy, 1970s

Mid-Century Modern Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma, Italy, 1970s

By Amma

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma, Italy, 1970s Modular.

Category

1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid-Century Custom-Made Architectural Wall Unit in Mahogany
Italian Mid-Century Custom-Made Architectural Wall Unit in Mahogany

Italian Mid-Century Custom-Made Architectural Wall Unit in Mahogany

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Wall unit, glass, mahogany, Italy, 1950s Exceptional Italian wall unit from the 1950s, crafted from richly grained mahogany wood with elegant glass details. Its architectural compos...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Mogens Koch Pair of Bookcases in Teak for Rud. Rasmussen
Mogens Koch Pair of Bookcases in Teak for Rud. Rasmussen

Mogens Koch Pair of Bookcases in Teak for Rud. Rasmussen

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Mogens Koch bookcases in teak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK'.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Teak

Pair of Oak Nightstand or Bedside Table
Pair of Oak Nightstand or Bedside Table

Pair of Oak Nightstand or Bedside Table

By Jean Royère

Located in London, GB

Same door handle

Category

1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

Aesthetic Movement Antique Faux Tortoise Bamboo Étagère with Pagoda Top
Aesthetic Movement Antique Faux Tortoise Bamboo Étagère with Pagoda Top

Aesthetic Movement Antique Faux Tortoise Bamboo Étagère with Pagoda Top

Located in Lancaster, PA

This is a bamboo étagère that dates to the 1920s, with a design that is indicative of the aesthetic movement. The piece has a beveled mirror on its top, two small triangular side s...

Category

1920s Aesthetic Movement Used Book Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Plywood

Mid Century Teak Shelving System by P. Cadovius - Danish Wall Unit, Royal System
Mid Century Teak Shelving System by P. Cadovius - Danish Wall Unit, Royal System

Mid Century Teak Shelving System by P. Cadovius - Danish Wall Unit, Royal System

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in München, Bavaria

Dimensions (Width x Depth x Height) ca. 82,5 x 40 / 50 x 203 cm Elevate your living space with this vintage mid-midcentury modern Poul Cadovius Royal System Wall Unit, a true master...

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Glass, Teak

French Oak Etagere, Early-Mid 20th Century
French Oak Etagere, Early-Mid 20th Century

French Oak Etagere, Early-Mid 20th Century

Located in Warminster, GB

An oak etagere or shelving unit. French, c. 1950s. Stock ref. #3121 In good sturdy order with light cosmetic wear. 98.5 x 97 x 30 cm 38.8 x 38.2 x 11.8 "

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1950s French Rustic Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

French Perforated Steel Etagere, Mid 20th Century
French Perforated Steel Etagere, Mid 20th Century

French Perforated Steel Etagere, Mid 20th Century

Located in Warminster, GB

A perforated steel etagere or shelving unit in the manner of Mathieu Matégot. French, mid 20C. Stock ref. #2973 In good sturdy order. Newly coated in a satin black lacquer. 100 ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Steel

vintage wall unit  1960s  Swedish
vintage wall unit  1960s  Swedish

vintage wall unit 1960s Swedish

Located in Lemmer, NL

vintage wall unit cabinet 1960s Swedish period 1960s design unknown Sweden condition good light signs of use size 170 x 270 x 40 (hxwxd) details oak; demountable; item n...

Category

1960s Swedish Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

1980s Metal Obelisk Etagere With Stone Shelves
1980s Metal Obelisk Etagere With Stone Shelves

1980s Metal Obelisk Etagere With Stone Shelves

Located in Charlottesville, VA

A striking obelisk-form etagere in dark metal with four stone shelf tiers graduating in size from bottom to top, topped with a ball finial. A versatile display piece with good height...

Category

1980s Italian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Stone, Metal

Vintage Teak Modular Wall Shelf by Olof Pira for String, 1950s, Set of 11
Vintage Teak Modular Wall Shelf by Olof Pira for String, 1950s, Set of 11

Vintage Teak Modular Wall Shelf by Olof Pira for String, 1950s, Set of 11

By Olof Pira

Located in Rødekro, DK

A striking example of Scandinavian Modern design, this Olof Pira teak wall shelf system combines elegance and functionality in a minimalist modular design. The system features warm t...

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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Teak

Heywood Wakefield Contessa Mid Century 2 Door Bar Cabinet with Hutch
Heywood Wakefield Contessa Mid Century 2 Door Bar Cabinet with Hutch

Heywood Wakefield Contessa Mid Century 2 Door Bar Cabinet with Hutch

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Heywood Wakefield Contessa Mid Century 2 Door Bar Cabinet with Hutch The cabinet measures: 30 wide x 18 deep x 31.5 inches high The hutch measures: 30 wide x 10 deep x 30 inches hig...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Whatnot Shelf In Mahogany Circa 1800 George III Period
Whatnot Shelf In Mahogany Circa 1800 George III Period

Whatnot Shelf In Mahogany Circa 1800 George III Period

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Superbshelf called whatnot with 3 shelves, three drawers and two doors at the bottom a fine mahogany shelf with square top supported by elegant turned columns. Solid mahogany whatno...

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Early 19th Century British Georgian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Large Hanging Bistro-restaurant Or Shop Shelf In Solid Oak
Large Hanging Bistro-restaurant Or Shop Shelf In Solid Oak

Large Hanging Bistro-restaurant Or Shop Shelf In Solid Oak

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Large Hanging Bistro-restaurant Or Shop Shelf In Solid Oak A 2nd corner shelf of the same manufacture is available in another advertisement.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

Romeo Rega Elegant Etagere in Brass and Smoked Glass, Italy 1970s
Romeo Rega Elegant Etagere in Brass and Smoked Glass, Italy 1970s

Romeo Rega Elegant Etagere in Brass and Smoked Glass, Italy 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Naples, IT

Brass etagere with smoked glass shelves dsegned by Romeo Rega. This piece stands out for its unique and sophisticated geometric interplay, characterized by broken "labyrinth-like" l...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Large Hanging Corner Shelf For Bistro, Restaurant Or Shop In Solid Oak
Large Hanging Corner Shelf For Bistro, Restaurant Or Shop In Solid Oak

Large Hanging Corner Shelf For Bistro, Restaurant Or Shop In Solid Oak

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Large Hanging Corner Shelf For Bistro, Restaurant Or Shop In Solid Oak Height 160 cm A 2nd shelf of the same manufacture is available in another advertisement.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

Artelano Travertine and glass shelvine console for Roche Bobois 1970s 1980s
Artelano Travertine and glass shelvine console for Roche Bobois 1970s 1980s

Artelano Travertine and glass shelvine console for Roche Bobois 1970s 1980s

By Roche Bobois

Located in Tresbœuf, FR

Artelano Travertine and Glass Shelving Console for Roche Bobois, 1980s Elegant and architectural shelving console designed by Artelano and distributed by Roche Bobois in the 1980s. ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Travertine

Mid-Century Poul Cadovius Teak Two Part Wall System for Royal
Mid-Century Poul Cadovius Teak Two Part Wall System for Royal

Mid-Century Poul Cadovius Teak Two Part Wall System for Royal

By Royal System, Poul Cadovius

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wall-mounted modular shelving system by Poul Cadovius for Royal Systems combines three teak shelves with a floating drawer cabinet. Black enameled metal brackets and black lacquered ...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Vintage American Folk Art Painted Wooden Shelf Carved Birds Decor
Vintage American Folk Art Painted Wooden Shelf Carved Birds Decor

Vintage American Folk Art Painted Wooden Shelf Carved Birds Decor

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage Naive Folk Art wooden shelf features charming carved bird shaped sides with elongated oval back and two small hooks on the bottom. The shelf is hand painted with abstract fl...

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20th Century American Folk Art Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood, Paint

Poul Cadovius for Cado Rosewood 3 Bay Danish Modern Shelving Unit
Poul Cadovius for Cado Rosewood 3 Bay Danish Modern Shelving Unit

Poul Cadovius for Cado Rosewood 3 Bay Danish Modern Shelving Unit

By Poul Cadovius, Cado

Located in New Windsor, NY

Rosewood three bay modular shelving unit designed by Poul Cadovius for Cado. Circa 1968. The Cado System is comprised of 26 separate parts: four wall mounted brackets, 12 shelf suppo...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal, Brass

Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s
Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s

Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf in Curved Rattan and Bamboo, Italy 1960s

By Franco Albini

Located in Roma, IT

Gorgeous Mid-Century wall shelf crafted from curved rattan and bamboo. This elegant organic piece was designed by Franco Albini and produced in Italy during the 1960s. In excellent ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

1960s Display Cabinet by Poul Hundevad for Hundevad & Co
1960s Display Cabinet by Poul Hundevad for Hundevad & Co

1960s Display Cabinet by Poul Hundevad for Hundevad & Co

By Poul Hundevad

Located in Victoria, BC

This display cabinet was designed by Poul Hundevad and produced by Hundevad & Co in Denmark during the 1960s. It is crafted in rosewood, with a clean architectural form defined by it...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Wood

Willy Guhl Concrete Octagonal Vase
Willy Guhl Concrete Octagonal Vase

Willy Guhl Concrete Octagonal Vase

By Willy Guhl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Concrete vase by Willy Guhl. Made of fiber cement. 8 sided with small base. Great vintage condition. Great oversized vase.

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1960s Swiss Used Book Shelves

Materials

Cement

Mid-Century Modern Oak Wall Shelf by Hans J. Wegner, RY-21 Model
Mid-Century Modern Oak Wall Shelf by Hans J. Wegner, RY-21 Model

Mid-Century Modern Oak Wall Shelf by Hans J. Wegner, RY-21 Model

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in PARIS, FR

Practical and elegant wall shelf designed by Hans Wegner. Made by Ry Møbler in Denmark in the 1950s. The RY-21 model is a designer classic, here in oiled solid oak and totally intact...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Oak

Mahogany Etagere on bronze casters, by Robert Strahan, Dublin, Mid-19th Century
Mahogany Etagere on bronze casters, by Robert Strahan, Dublin, Mid-19th Century

Mahogany Etagere on bronze casters, by Robert Strahan, Dublin, Mid-19th Century

By Robert Strahan

Located in New York, NY

A superb étagère with bronze casters, hand-crafted in Ireland by the Robert Strahan & Co. furniture makers, circa 1840. Founded in 1776 as a cabinet maker, Robert Strahan & Co. gre...

Category

1840s Irish Victorian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Bronze

Mid 19th Century Rosewood Central Standing Buffet Shelves
Mid 19th Century Rosewood Central Standing Buffet Shelves

Mid 19th Century Rosewood Central Standing Buffet Shelves

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

An Extremely Unusual And Very Good Quality Mid 19th Century William IV Period Rosewood Central Freestanding Buffet, Or Shelves, Having Three Exceptionally Well Figured Tiers, Raised ...

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Mid-19th Century English William IV Used Book Shelves

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-century Wall-mounted console in wood with brass details, Italy 1960s
Mid-century Wall-mounted console in wood with brass details, Italy 1960s

Mid-century Wall-mounted console in wood with brass details, Italy 1960s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A refined example of Italian mid‑century design, this wall‑mounted console combines clean architectural lines with the warmth of beautifully finished wood and the subtle elegance of ...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

Pair Of Rattan Shelves By Dal Vera 60's
Pair Of Rattan Shelves By Dal Vera 60's

Pair Of Rattan Shelves By Dal Vera 60's

By Dal Vera

Located in Charmes, FR

rare pair of rattan shelves from the maison dal vera , 1960's period , italian work in very good condition

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Mid-20th Century Italian Bohemian Used Book Shelves

Materials

Rattan

2-Bay wall unit by Poul Cadovius
2-Bay wall unit by Poul Cadovius

2-Bay wall unit by Poul Cadovius

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Antwerp, BE

2-Bay teak wall unit, designed by Poul Cadovius and produced by Cadovius in Denmark, during the 1960’s. This Royal series system consists of three original wooden floating supports, ...

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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Teak

Original Midcentury Wandregal ähnlich String Vintage Regalbrett
Original Midcentury Wandregal ähnlich String Vintage Regalbrett

Original Midcentury Wandregal ähnlich String Vintage Regalbrett

Located in Berlin, DE

Wir bieten ein wunderschönes Vintage Wandregal mit zwei Regalböden zum Verkauf an. Das Regal stammt aus den 1960er Jahren und erinnert an die Modelle von Nisse String. Zustand: Gute...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves

Materials

Metal

High-quality, large, gold-plated brass corner shelf, vintage - Hollywood Regency
High-quality, large, gold-plated brass corner shelf, vintage - Hollywood Regency

High-quality, large, gold-plated brass corner shelf, vintage - Hollywood Regency

Located in Berlin, DE

High-quality, large, gold-plated brass corner shelf, vintage 1970s-1980s Large and heavy polished brass frame with black smoked glass. Sturdy and high-quality brass. Hollywood Regen...

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1970s German Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves

Materials

Brass

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Finding the Right Shelves for You

From valuable historical memorabilia to rare architectural models to priceless family photos, there’s no shortage of collectibles and curiosities worthy of adorning your home. Why not take the time to find the ideal antique, new or vintage shelves for your treasured trinkets?

For every space and object, there’s sure to be a wall-mounted or sturdy floor solution that matches your shelving needs on 1stDibs. And while shelves should technically stick out from your wall, they shouldn’t from the rest of your decor.

Because you can find shelves made with a wide variety of materials today, everything from teak to brass, your shelving can seamlessly support your existing color scheme and design style. An arrangement of shelves from floor to ceiling can turn your wall into a proud storage space for displaying artwork, decorative objects and books. Options abound with regard to shelving for the latter, as furniture designers know that literature creates an inviting atmosphere in any room, and one of the simplest ways to integrate books into an interior design is with the right shelves or bookcase.

Elegant shelving is a must for a happy home office or library, but a sharp shelving system can freshen up virtually any room in your home. Proudly display your vintage dinner plates and other tableware with open shelving in the kitchen or tuck away linens in big baskets on shelves in your bathroom if you’re navigating life without a proper linen closet.

On 1stDibs, find a wide range of shelves that includes everything from mid-century modern floating shelves to decorative Chinese shelves dating from the 18th century to contemporary statement-making structures that are as provocative as they are convenient.

Questions About Used Book Shelves
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A book press was used to bind books with pressure. When a book is placed in the center of the press, the platen is lowered to firmly press the book to hold its shape. Today, book presses are a popular home decor choice for collectors and avid book readers alike. Shop a selection of vintage book presses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Tempered 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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