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Wall Unit Pine

Bar and Wall Unit in Solid Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bar and wall unit or backbar, pine, Europe, 1970s This set is the ultimate component for hosting
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Vintage 1970s European Post-Modern Dry Bars

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Pine

Bar and Wall Unit in Solid Pine
Bar and Wall Unit in Solid Pine
$9,450
H 39.38 in W 56.11 in D 16.93 in
Large Czechoslovakian Modernist Oak and Walnut Freestanding Wall Unit by Jitona
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Versatile freestanding wall-unit/bookcase in oak, walnut, and pine with aluminum, steel, and brass
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Wall Shelving Unit in Pine - Jul de Roover
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A wall unit in pine with a black painted steel structure. Designed for a house in Antwerp by
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Steel

Wall Shelving Unit in Pine - Jul de Roover
Wall Shelving Unit in Pine - Jul de Roover
$5,427
H 79.93 in W 76.78 in D 15.36 in
Mogens Koch Wall Unit in Pine for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch pine wall unit consisting of three cabinets with three matching plinths and three
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Pine

Mogens Koch Wall Unit in Pine for Rud. Rasmussen
Mogens Koch Wall Unit in Pine for Rud. Rasmussen
$17,572 / set
H 62.21 in W 89.77 in D 14.18 in
Mid-Century Italian Wall Unit in Pine and Black Lacquered Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Grand wall unit or library, pine, black lacquered metal, Italy, 1950s This 1950s Italian wall unit
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Ate Van Apeldoorn Custom Pine Wall Unit with Desk and Storage, 1970s
By Houtwerk Hattem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An impressive, custom-designed Ate Van Apeldoorn pine wall unit, this extra-large piece offers
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Pine

vintage wall unit wall cabinet 1960s Sweden
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage wall unit wall cabinet 1960s Sweden Stylish vintage wall unit consisting of 4 modules
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Cabinets

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Smoked Glass, Pine

vintage wall unit  wall cabinet  1960s  Sweden
vintage wall unit  wall cabinet  1960s  Sweden
$1,920
H 70.48 in W 33.86 in D 17.72 in
Bookcase / Wall Unit by Finn Juhl BO71 for Bovirke, 1960s Rosewood Pine Brass
By Finn Juhl
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Large modular wall shelf BO71 from the 1960s with a beautiful rosewood veneer and shelves made of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Brass

Bookcase / Wall Unit by Finn Juhl BO71 for Bovirke, 1960s Rosewood Pine Brass
Bookcase / Wall Unit by Finn Juhl BO71 for Bovirke, 1960s Rosewood Pine Brass
$17,178 Sale Price
50% Off
H 78.75 in W 157.49 in D 17.33 in
vintage wall unit wall cabinets Swedish 70's
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage wall unit wall cabinets Swedish 70's Modular Swedish wall cabinets from the 1970s. Pine
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Cabinets

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Glass, Pine

vintage wall unit  wall cabinets  Swedish  70's
vintage wall unit  wall cabinets  Swedish  70's
$4,527
H 70.48 in W 145.67 in D 18.12 in
Wall Storage Unit from Belles Challes Lauzieres Residences Arc 1800
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
Wall storage unit by Charlotte Perriand. It was used at Lauzieres Residences as part of the "Les
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Late 20th Century French Shelves

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Pine

Antique Wooden Wall Cabinet Shelf Unit Modernist Style, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, ES
Shelves designed by an unknown designer in modernist style, circa 1940 Manufactured in France. Materials: Wood. Metal. In good original condition, with minor wear consiste...
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Wood, Pine

20th Century Italian Wall Unit / Room Divider By Vittorio Dassi, c.1960
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A rare versatile piece of mid 20th Century Italian furniture, this free standing wall unit can also
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Pine

Pair Wall-Mounted Bookcases in Solid Oregon Pine, Made in Denmark, 1970s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of wall-mounted units in solid Oregon Pine. Designed and made in Denmark. Great original
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Pine

Wall Unit by Dom Hans van der Laan in It's Typical Minimal Brutalist Style
By Dom Hans van der Laan, Jan de Jong
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wall Unit; Bossche School; Minimal Brutalist Style; Shelves; Plastic Number; Architect; Dom Hans
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Shelves

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Pine

Large Pine Display Cabinet Bookcase from Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
keys (3 included). The entire pine wall unit has been restored, it is strong and stable ready for use
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Late 20th Century Danish Country Cabinets

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Glass, Pine

Large Pine Display Cabinet Bookcase from Denmark
Large Pine Display Cabinet Bookcase from Denmark
$4,150
H 87 in W 70 in D 21.25 in

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MOGENS KOCH Bookcase/Wall Unit Oregon Pine foe Rud Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Hudson, NY
Oregon pine, ten open bookcases and two cabinets , all with manufacturing label on the back. Each
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Vintage 1910s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Pine

Bookcase / Wall Unit by Finn Juhl BO71 for Bovirke, 1960s Rosewood Pine Brass
By Finn Juhl
Located in Munster, DE
Large modular wall shelf BO71 from the 1960s with a beautiful rosewood veneer and shelves made of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Brass

Nisse String Style Wall Unit in Pinewood and Black Metal, 1960
By String Design AB, Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
Nisse String style wall unit in pinewood and black metal, 1960 Pinewood shelves and blackmetal
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

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Metal

Original Nisse Strinning Wall Unit with Desk for String Design AB Sweden, 1960
By Nils Nisse Strinning, Kajsa Strinning 1, String Design AB
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful string design wall system from Nisse Strinning in pine. Bokhyllan ’the ladder shelf
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

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Metal

vintage pine wall unit wall cabinet modules
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage pine wall unit wall cabinet modules Danish period 70s designs unknown Denmark
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Vintage 1970s Danish Cabinets

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Glass, Pine

vintage pine wall unit  wall cabinet  modules
vintage pine wall unit  wall cabinet  modules
H 71.26 in W 70.48 in D 13.78 in
Large Pine Reproduction Bookcase Display Cabinet Wall Unit
Located in Round Top, TX
This striking large pine bookcase or display wall unit was newly made in Europe and breaks down
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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Bookcases

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Wood, Pine

Large Antique Pine Bookcase Wall Unit, Denmark circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
This extremely large bookcase or wall unit was originally called a "grocer's desk." It served to
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Bookcases

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Pine

1980s Dutch, Solid Pine Wall Shelving Units with Slatted Construction
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch solid knotty pine wall or floor four bay shelving units with slatted construction. Ingenious
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Pine

Børge Mogensen Wall Unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wall unit of Oregon pine, consisting of three lower sections, hereof two with doors and one with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Pine

Børge Mogensen Wall Unit
Børge Mogensen Wall Unit
H 73.5 in W 107 in L 73.5 in
Large Wall Unit with Beautifully Carved Bonnet and Moulding
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very large wall unit with a masterfully carved pediment in birch. Carving is late 18th or early
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Antique 19th Century Danish Cabinets

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Pine

Set of colorful wall shelving units, 1940s 1950s
Located in Beerse, VAN
Two very decorative wall shelving units. The units are in full original condition and have a very
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Vintage 1940s Belgian Country Shelves

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Pine

Danish Vintage Wall Unit Made of Wood, 1960s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Danish Vintage wall unit made of wood, 1960s. We came across this on one of our trips in
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Pine

Danish Vintage Wall Unit Made of Wood, 1960s
Danish Vintage Wall Unit Made of Wood, 1960s
H 28.75 in W 34.65 in D 11.82 in
Large Painted Shop Cabinet Wall Unit from France, circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
This amazing French country pine shop cabinet is from the late 1800's and stands 9.5' tall. Newer
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Antique Late 19th Century French Country Cabinets

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Pine, Paint

Original Nisse Strinning Wall Unit with Desk for String Design AB Sweden, 1960
By Nils Nisse Strinning, String Design AB, Kajsa Strinning 1
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Beautiful string design wall system from Nisse Strinning in pine. Bokhyllan ’the ladder shelf
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Metal

Set of Three Wall-Mounted Bookcases in Solid Oregon Pine by Mogensen Koch
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of three of wall-mounted units in solid Oregon Pine. Designed by Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Pine

Wall-Mounted Cabinet and Two Bookcases in Solid Oregon Pine by Mogensen Koch
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of three wall-mounted units in solid Oregon pine. Designed by Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Pine

Set of Three Wall-Mounted Bookcases in Solid Oregon Pine by Mogensen Koch
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Lejre, DK
Set of three of wall-mounted units in solid Oregon Pine. Designed by Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Pine

Large English Pine Bookcase Display Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
. The paneled sides and four cabinet doors add to the visual appeal. This wall unit is stunning; the
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21st Century and Contemporary British Bookcases

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Glass, Pine

Danish Pair of Wall Units in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bookcase, shelving unit, solid pine, Denmark, 1950s. This wall unit that is executed in pine
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cupboards

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Pine

Danish Pair of Wall Units in Pine
Danish Pair of Wall Units in Pine
H 71.86 in W 34.65 in D 18.12 in
Large Danish Wall-Unit in Teak and Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall-unit, in teak and pine, Denmark, 1950s. Large wall console, consisting of four vertical
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Pine, Teak, Wood

Large Danish Wall-Unit in Teak and Pine
Large Danish Wall-Unit in Teak and Pine
H 94.49 in W 158.47 in D 16.15 in
Massive Wall Unit Built from Antique Elements and Re-Purposed Pine Boards
By Bonnin Ashley
Located in Miami, FL
This handsome and massive wall unit was designed & built in our workshop 15 years ago using
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Early 2000s American Bookcases

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Pine

20th Century Italian Modular Wall Unit, c.1960
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A stunning mid 20th Century Italian modular wall unit consisting of four cupboards and shelves
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20th Century Italian Shelves

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Pine

20th Century Italian Modular Wall Unit, c.1960
20th Century Italian Modular Wall Unit, c.1960
H 74.81 in W 105.91 in D 14.57 in
Antique Wall Unit, Wabi Sabi, Original Black Paint, Scandinavia 1800s
Located in Hønefoss, 30
Beautiful wall unit in pine. Handcrafted by a Swedish cabinetmaker in the mid 1800s. A great wall
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Romantic Cabinets

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Pine

Antique Wooden Wall Cabinet Shelf Unit Modernist Style, circa 1940
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Shelves designed by an unknown designer in modernist style, circa 1940 Manufactured in France. Materials: Wood. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with ...
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves

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Wood, Pine

Large English Pine Bookcase Display Cabinet
Located in Bronx, NY
doors add to the visual appeal. This wall unit is stunning, the natural pine patina brings out the
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Antique Late 19th Century English Bookcases

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Wood

Pine Paneled Carved Wall, TV, Library Unit
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Pine Paneled Carved Wall, TV, Library Unit, custom sizes, finishes and configurations available.
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21st Century and Contemporary English Bookcases

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Pine

Pine Display Cabinet Wall Unit, Shallow to the Wall
Located in Miami, FL
Three part china or display wall unit in ceruse pine. The back of the top portion is painted in a
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Early 20th Century American Cabinets

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Pine

Mogens Koch Oregon Pine Bookcase or Wall Unit for Rud Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen
Located in Hudson, NY
A Danish classic. Solid Oregon pine, six open bookcases and two cabinets, all with manufacturing
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Vintage 1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Pine

Large 19th Century Country Pine Bookcase
Located in Chamblee, GA
Rugged yet elegant, three-piece pine wall unit styled bookcase. All three pieces have four exposed
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Antique 19th Century Cabinets

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Brass

Large 19th Century Country Pine Bookcase
Large 19th Century Country Pine Bookcase
H 93.25 in W 103.5 in D 17 in
Large English Pine Bookcase with Glass Doors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large wall unit bookcase in English pine with glass doors.
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Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

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Mah Jong sofa in ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France
By Roche Bobois
Located in Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen
Very nice Mah Jong modular sofa with the ‘Kenzo Takada’ fabric! Designed by Hans Hopfer for Roche Bobois France. In the 1970s Hans Hopfer created the Mah Jong lounge sofa, Roche Bob...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric

Murano Glass Tronchi Chandelier, Pink Alabaster
By Mazzega
Located in Budapest, HU
Italian vintage chandelier in Murano glass and nickel-plated metal structure. The armor polished nickel supports 48 large glass tubes in a star shape. The alabaster technique created...
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Late 20th Century Italian Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Solid Walnut Dovetail Record Crate
By Matt Richmond, Blake Tovin
Located in Nyack, NY
As avid record collectors we all have albums we want close at hand. Whether storing new finds or favorite titles that are in heavy rotation, our dovetail record crate is the perfect ...
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2010s American Modern Music Stands

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Brass

Solid Walnut Dovetail Record Crate
Solid Walnut Dovetail Record Crate
$365 / item
H 11 in W 14.25 in D 16.25 in
Custom Pair of French Plaster Lamps in the Manner of Alberto Giacometti
By Alberto Giacometti
Located in New York, NY
Custom pair of plaster lamps in the manner of Alberto Giacometti. The lamp shades are not included. One pair is currently available. Lead Time for custom made is 8-10 weeks. NOTE: W...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Table Lamps

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Plaster

Les-Ottomans Venetian Handmade Big Lampshade
By Les Ottomans
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Inspired by the typical Venetian shades this ikat one - completely handmade represents at its best the meeting of East and West.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Cotton

1930s Rare Bauhaus Wardrobe by Hynek Gottwald, Czechoslovakia
By Hynek Gottwald
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with some signs of use - Chrome plated tubular legs with signs of use - This item will be shipped dismantled outside of EU. - Wood renuver oil - Cleaned
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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Wardrobes and Armoires

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Chrome

XL Kyoto Graphic Coffee Table by Gianfranco Frattini for Ghianda / Knoll, 1974
By Gianfranco Frattini, Pierluigi Ghianda
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Mid-Century Modern extra large Kyoto graphic coffee table. Design by Gianfranco Frattini for Pierluigi Ghianda / Knoll. Striking Italian design from the 1970s. N...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Bergboms Pair of 'B-105' Table Lamps in Bamboo Cane and Brass
By Bergboms
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bergboms, pair of table lamps, model 'B-105', brass, bamboo, cane, Sweden, 1960s A stunning pair of table lamps crafted by Bergboms in Sweden during the 1960s. These exquisite lamps...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Brass

Bergboms Pair of 'B-105' Table Lamps in Bamboo Cane and Brass
Bergboms Pair of 'B-105' Table Lamps in Bamboo Cane and Brass
$8,250 / set
H 25.4 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in
Lovely Florian Schulz Onos Pendant Lamp, Germany, 1970s
By Florian Schulz
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
The Classic of Florian Schulz lamps. Height variable by adjusting the weight from 80cm to 160cm.  
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Ball Cabinet Limited Edition of 2, Designed by Ramón Úbeda for BD Barcelona
By Ramón Úbeda, BD Barcelona Design
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ball cabinet limited edition of 2, designed by Ramón Úbeda for BD Barcelona. Container, frontals and shelves veneered in natural stained dark oak. Legs in aluminum with a brass ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Cabinets

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Oak

Gio Ponti, pair Walnut Headboards with fitted bedside tables, Hotel Royal, 1955
By Gio Ponti, Giordano Chiesa
Located in Rome, IT
A pair of headboards by Gio Ponti from the furniture of the Hotel Royal in Naples, 1955. Manufactured by Giordano Chiesa by Dassi. walnut  and metal two tiered shelving, magazine rac...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Metal

Gio Ponti, pair  Walnut Headboards with fitted bedside tables, Hotel Royal, 1955
Gio Ponti, pair  Walnut Headboards with fitted bedside tables, Hotel Royal, 1955
$9,424 Sale Price / set
31% Off
H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 127.17 in
1970s Charles Pollock for Knoll Office Desk Chair
By Charles Pollock, Knoll
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Iconic desk or office chair designed by Charles Pollock for Knoll. Extremely comfortable with soft black leather. Chair sits above a four star base, with chrome and black plastic acc...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

20th Century, Italian Production Wall Wooden Bookcase 60s
By Italian school XX ct.
Located in Turin, Turin
Wall Bookcase composed of just one bay with height-adjustable shelves. Designed and produced in Italy in the 60 s. The bookcase it is made of lacquered metal structure with brass bas...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal, Brass

2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
2 parts sofa in stainless steel with seating upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Stainless Steel

2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
$36,743 / item
H 23.63 in W 169.3 in D 59.85 in
Set of 12 Lucite Pink and Chrome Plia Chairs, Piretti for Castelli, Italy 1970s
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Located in Roma, IT
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Pair Of Arms Door Handles by Quintana Partners
Located in BARCELONA, ES
The Arm Door Handles combine elegance and originality in a unique proposal that transforms any space with its iconic and sophisticated design. With the stylized shape of an arm, thes...
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2010s Spanish Metalwork

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Pair Of Arms Door Handles by Quintana Partners
Pair Of Arms Door Handles by Quintana Partners
$691 / set
H 1.19 in W 6.3 in D 2.76 in
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Wall Unit Pine For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the wall unit pine you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A wall unit pine — often made from pine, softwood and wood — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a wall unit pine — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A wall unit pine is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Ate Van Apeldoorn, Dom Hans van der Laan and Houtwerk Hattem each produced at least one beautiful wall unit pine that is worth considering. You’ll find that an occasional wall unit pine may be too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller editions, measuring 17.33 across, are available at 1stDibs.

How Much is a Wall Unit Pine?

Prices for a wall unit pine can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,150 and can go as high as $95,000, while the average can fetch as much as $9,000.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

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.

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