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Antique French Bakers Rack
Located in Houston, TX
This is an early 20th century bakers rack made of iron with brass trim. The makers name, Echalie and Biabaud, Paris is embossed on the cast iron feet. The metal shelves are topped wi...
Category
Early 20th Century Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass, Iron
Space Age Vintage Dancing Shelf, circa 1970
Located in Vienna, AT
Space Age vintage dancing shelf from tube steel and plexiglass. The dancing shelf features a black lacquered tube steel base and five ( 5 ) plexiglass plates.
The shelf shows 20 bal...
Category
1970s Space Age Used Book Shelves
Materials
Steel
1 of 2 Victorian Period Dwarf Open Library Bookcases with Two Shelves Per Side
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale 1 of 2 large dwarf open library bookcases circa 1880 in English oak
As mentioned this is one of two, the other is 60cm smaller than this one and...
Category
1880s English High Victorian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
$1,799 Sale Price
25% Off
H 47.64 in W 83.86 in D 15.16 in
Four Tier Regency Style Brass Etagere
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Elegant and versatile, this four-tier Regency-style étagère is a striking addition to any interior. Featuring a polished brass frame with classic finial details and sleek black shelv...
Category
20th Century Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
Large 19th Century French Deux Corp/ Biblioteque
Located in Westport, CT
Fine early 19th century French Biblioteque in a blonde mahogany wood and comprised of four doors with the upper case doors paneled in old bubble glass and a pull-out table in its ce...
Category
19th Century French First Empire Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
1970s Brass Faux Bamboo Glass Display Unit Hollywood Regency Zevi Rega 1980s
Located in London, GB
An amazing late 1970s early 1980s Italian display unit etagere in brass plated faux bamboo and the most beautiful aqua green glass! All glass shelves are original with its characteri...
Category
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
$8,158
H 70.87 in W 79.53 in D 15.36 in
Michael Coffey, "Jacob's Ladder, " Modular Bookcase, United States, 1973
By Michael Coffey
Located in New York, NY
A black walnut étagère with four adjustable shelves, finished to a satin sheen. First created in Massachusetts by master craftsman Michael Coffey, and fabricated by the artist in 201...
Category
1970s American Used Book Shelves
Materials
Walnut
$25,000
H 84 in W 36 in D 18 in
Michel Ducaroy Modular Wall Unit in Black Lacquered Wood and Steel
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Michael Ducaroy, free-standing wall unit, chrome-plated steel, lacquered wood, France, 1970s
Sleek and stunning free-standing wall unit designed by Michael Ducaroy in the 1970s. In ...
Category
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Steel
$11,700
H 81.89 in W 188.19 in D 15.75 in
Midcentury Rattan and Bamboo Wall Shelf, Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Extraordinary Mid-Century wall shelf in curved rattan, bamboo and wicker. This marvellous object was made in Italy in the 1960s and is attributed to the mastery of Franco Albini.
Th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
$1,018
H 9.85 in W 18.51 in D 11.82 in
Pierre Chapo, B10 Bookcase Shelves, Elmwood, 1960s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A bookcase/ shelves from "B10" designed by Pierre Chapo in 1960s. B10 is a system that allows you to create a particular piece of furniture, perfectly adapted to your use and the spa...
Category
1960s French Used Book Shelves
Materials
Elm
Bruno Mathsson Shelf Model MI 1050, Sweden, 1960s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wall shelf model MI 1050 designed by Bruno Mathsson during the 1960s, produced by Bruno Mathsson International, Sweden.
Very good vintage condition.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Birch
George Nakashima 6 Foot Free Edge Corner Counter Shelf or Console, Signed, 1971
By George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A corner-mounted counter shelf or floating console table by George Nakashima comprising a single slab in American black walnut with two free edges, signed and dated 1971 to the under...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Walnut
$27,800
H 1.13 in W 72 in D 21 in
Pair of Shelf of Units, by Percival Lafer, Brazilian Mid-Century Design
By Percival Lafer
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This shelf unit is a distinctive piece of mid-20th century Brazilian design by Percival Lafer. It is a quintessential example of the era's fusion of materials and aesthetics, highlig...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
$10,900 / set
H 68.9 in W 37.8 in D 17.72 in
Mid-Century Modern Large Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal System , 1950s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Large Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal System , 1950s
Poul Cadovius (1911 - 2011) was one of the most colourful and successful persons in the history of Danis...
Category
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
$10,432
H 96.07 in W 157.49 in D 18.51 in
Pair of Directoire Style Étagères
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Directoire style mahogany étagères or bookcases. Has brass pineapple finials at the top.
Category
1960s Directoire Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
Expertly Restored - Janet Schwietzer "Obra" Wall Unit for Pace Collection
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
$12,500
H 72 in W 120 in D 18.5 in
Florence Knoll Sideboard Wall Bar Unit Teak 1954 Knoll International Mid Century
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Munster, NRW
Wall mounted sideboard unit by Florence Knoll, made by Knoll International, Stuttgart in 1954.
Rare opportunity to acquire an original Knoll International custom-made Florence Kno...
Category
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
$29,739
H 17.72 in W 112.21 in D 14.97 in
Mid-Century Ochre Enameled Pilastro Wall Mount Telephone Table with Cubby
By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century ochre enameled metal wall shelf by Pilastro. The rack has a slanted perforated metal magazine cubby, great for books or newspapers, and a top shelf. Originally for holdin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
$295
H 13 in W 9.25 in D 8.25 in
Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in Solid Elm, 1983
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A masterpiece of adaptability and design, this Pierre Chapo "GO" Modular Shelving Unit in solid elm represents an esteemed end-of-career highlight for the highly influential French d...
Category
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Elm
1970s Danish Cadovius Teak 5-Bay Cado Modular Shelving System Bookshelf Library
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A stunning 1970s five-bay Danish teak CADO shelving system designed by Paul Cadovius consisting of 32 pieces including the uprights, plus 50 brackets. These designer shelves are full...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
$11,235 / set
H 79.73 in W 159.45 in D 18.9 in
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Smoked Glass Étagère Bookcase Shelf Baughman Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern chrome and smoked glass étagère bookcase shelf. Item features sleek chrome metal frame, five smoked glass shelves, clean modernist lines, circa 1970s. Meas...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Chrome
$1,100
H 74 in W 35.5 in D 16 in
Shelf attr. Osvaldo Borsani 1960
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Berlin, DE
This rare and very functional shelf with drawers and compartments made of teak
is in the style of the time. Similarities with the design of Charles Eames and Osvaldo Borsani are rec...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Oak for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch bookcases in oak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Sold individually.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
'Combi center' by Joe Colombo for Bernini, 1963
By Joe Colombo
Located in Brussels, BE
'Combi center' by Joe Colombo for Bernini, 1963
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
Midcentury Walnut Cado Display Shelf
By Poul Cadovius
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful Walnut Cado System display shelf thats meant to hold books or flat artwork. The shelf has a beautiful catch at the bottom preventing a book from falling off. The wood brac...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Rosewood
Pierre Jeanneret Pj-R-27-B File Rack / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see the principle of the Japanese wabi-sabi, which refers to embracing imperfections and underlining impermanence. Rustic aspects, simplicity, modesty, and austerity offer a ...
Category
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
$13,300
H 29.93 in W 35.83 in D 12.8 in
Pair Modernist Gouffe Cerused Oak Wall Shelf Deco, 1930s, France
By Maison Gouffé
Located in New York, NY
Pair Gouffe cerused oak wall shelf deco, 1930s, France
Beautiful cerused wall shelf with an interesting shape. The shelf is a good example of timeless design.
This shelf was part o...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak
$15,000 / set
H 17 in W 47 in D 12 in
Poul Cadovius Room Divider Teak Royal Wall System Free standing shelving Unit
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
A rare opportunity to acquire an original free-standing room divider with 7 solid teak poles (only 6 photographed) from Poul Cadovius’ iconic Royal System. Designed in 1948, the Roya...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
$23,383
H 106.3 in W 192.92 in D 31.5 in
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Pine for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch set of six bookcases in pine. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine
Silas Seandel Floating Wall Shelf
By Silas Seandel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Silas seandel wall shelf
Steel and bronze
Signed.
Category
1970s American Used Book Shelves
Materials
Steel
Rare 3 bay wall unit Georges Nelson CSS Shelf Palisander
By George Nelson
Located in London, GB
Georges Nelson Css shelving unit in Palissander Inc
6 shelfs ( 3 wide 3 narrow)
1 desk, 1 glass cabinet, 1 double door
Signed for Mobilier International
Category
1970s American Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo
$8,750 / set
H 108.27 in W 21.66 in D 137.8 in
Pierre Jeanneret File Rack Unit with Stencil Marks
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Soho, London, GB
Pierre Jeanneret file rack unit from the Administrative Buildings of Chandigarh.
This piece presents a beautiful patina and a rare stencil mark on one side that reads "D.T.H.-058".
Category
Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century French Étagère/Bookcase by Kim Moltzer, 1970's
By Kim Moltzer
Located in Vilnius, LT
Mid-Century French gilt metal/steel étagère/bookcase by Kim Moltzer from 1970s.
The structure is in square form gilt steel with shelves in smoky glass on black color base.
Very good ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Steel
Vintage Sideboard set by Guido Faleschini for I4Mariani Italy 1970s
By Guido Faleschini
Located in Roma, IT
Outstanding and rare sideboard set with corner cabinet realized by Guido Faleschini for I4Mariani in Italy in 1970s.
4 modules with various drawers, all closing with magnetic doors....
Category
1970s Italian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
$20,146
H 33.08 in W 18.12 in D 181.11 in
Jules Leleu, Pair of Tall Art Deco Cabinets, France, C. 1930
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
These cabinets share striking details, such as hardware and finish, with a series of pieces specially created by Maison Leleu for the steamship L'Atlantique. These stunning pieces we...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bronze
$85,000 / set
H 52.5 in W 19.75 in D 17.5 in
1970 Rattan and Wicker Shelf with Diamond Lattice Sides and Circle motif
Located in Seattle, WA
This vintage three-tier etagere shelf, crafted most likely in the 1970s, showcases a striking blend of rattan and woven wicker with detailed craftsmanship throughout. The natural rat...
Category
1970s Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Rattan
Mid 19th century 4 tier mahogany what not
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early Victorian 19th century what not circa 1850.
Good quality and a practical antique for everyday use in multiple rooms around the home.
Top tier with moulded tray, followed by 2...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke Stack Oak Barrister Bookcase, C1910
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
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Antique Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke Stack Oak Barrister Bookcase, C1910
Measures- 66.5"H x 11.25"W x...
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Used Book Shelves
Materials
Glass, Oak
$2,450
H 28 in W 22.5 in D 2.25 in
English Regency Pine Etagere, Early 19th Century, Four Shelves, Turned Supports
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English regency period pine freestanding étagère from the early 19th century with four shelves, turned supports and petite finials. This English Regency period freestanding pine é...
Category
19th Century English Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine
$12,600
H 83 in W 40 in D 17.75 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-16-A File Rack / Authentic Mid-Century Modern Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
Here we see the principle of the Japanese wabi-sabi, which refers to embracing imperfections and underlining impermanence. The relationship between the partitions and the outline ens...
Category
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
$23,000
H 33.08 in W 65.75 in D 10.63 in
Swedish Modern, Set of 6 Multifunctional Shelves in Pine, Late 19th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Sold as a set 6.
In the year 1877, the Swedish Royal library moved into a newly constructed building in Humlegården, Stockholm. The Architect was Gustaf Dahl.
On the top 3 floors o...
Category
1870s Swedish Brutalist Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine
$1,500 / set
H 4.73 in W 29.93 in D 11.82 in
Pierre Chapo, "B17 LONGUE" Bookshelf, circa 1967
By Pierre Chapo
Located in New York, NY
"B17 Longue" bookshelf by Pierre Chapo, circa 1967, in elmwood. Beautiful example of the timeless design mastery of Pierre Chapo (1927 - 1986).
In 1967, Pierre Chapo presented new...
Category
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Elm
Pair 7.5' Tall Custom Mahogany Etageres Adjustable Shelves Dresser Drawers MINT!
By Dunbar Furniture, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair 7.5' Tall Custom Mahogany Etageres Adjustable Shelves Wall Units Dresser Drawers MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
$9,000 / set
H 90 in W 35 in D 15 in
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Oregon Pine for Rud. Rasmussen
By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch six bookcases in Oregon pine. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/NØRREBROGADE/KØBENHAVN.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Pine
$14,294 / set
H 59.85 in W 89.77 in D 11.03 in
Alvar Aalto Shelf Model No. 111, Finmar, 1st Production 1933
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Uxbridge, GB
The Alvar Aalto 111 Shelf, designed in 1933, is a quintessential example of Aalto's innovative approach to modern design. With its clean lines and functional beauty, this shelving un...
Category
Early 20th Century European Used Book Shelves
Materials
Birch, Plywood
Signed Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Wall Unit with Smoked Glass 1971
By Paul Evans
Located in Middlesex, NJ
Signed Paul Evans Sculpted Broze Wall Unit with Smoked Glass 1971
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bronze
$18,500
H 78 in W 101.25 in D 17.75 in
French Parisian Bar or Bistro Liquor Display Brass Glass Wood Stand Shelf
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
French Parisian Bar or Bistro Liquor Bottle
Display Shelf Unit, or could have been used to hold glasses, either way, these are extremely difficult to find, especially those that have...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
$7,750
H 80 in W 31 in D 24 in
Mid Century Vanity Wall Shelf with Rail A very stylish and useful piece
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Mid Century Vanity Wall Shelf with Rail
A very stylish and useful piece craftsman made in teak, and simple to fit on a wall, the shelf is 9” high, 24” long and 5” deep
WE245
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Teak
Comprehensive Storage System by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Dallas, TX
Early production 'CSS" - Comprehensive Storage System designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1959. This system is in excellent condition with the early Herman Miller lable cons...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
$18,500
H 95.5 in W 129.25 in D 18.5 in
Børge Mogensen Danish Modern Large Wall Shelving System in Oak & Teakwood, 1956
By Erhard Rasmussen, Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
Important large wall shelving system in oak and teakwood designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956. This rare and early edition was made at cabinetmaker Erhard Rasmussen before the producti...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Oak, Teak
$9,353
H 66.93 in W 60.24 in D 19.69 in
Pair of Circular Glass and Brass Display Shelves, 20th Century, European
Located in London, GB
A pair of circular glass and brass shelves, for display or storage, second half of the 20th century, unsigned.
The shelves were found in Europe, and were perhaps used for shop displ...
Category
20th Century French Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
$1,301 / set
H 4.41 in W 13.43 in D 14.02 in
A console by Andre Sornay France 40s.
By Andre Sornay
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
A large studded light beech console with two horizontal tops separated by vertical uprights and finished with a rainbow motif. By André Sornay (1902-2000), France 40s.
Category
1940s French Used Book Shelves
Materials
Beech
1970s Umbo Modular Shelving Unit by Kay LeRoy Ruggles for Directional 26 Pieces
By Kay Leroy Ruggles
Located in Monrovia, CA
1970s UMBO Modular Shelving Unit Designed by Kay LeRoy Ruggles For Directional, Made In The USA, 26 Uniroyal ABS Pieces, Brown In Color.
This Is A Vintage 1970s Iconic Modular Shelv...
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Plastic
$12,550
H 49 in W 97 in D 12 in
Japanese Vintage Wooden Open Shelf, Mid Showa Period '1940-'
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This wooden open shelf was crafted in the Mid Showa Period'1940-'.
This simple yet striking open shelf is made from heavy pine wood, with some parts crafted from cedar, giving it a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Organic Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Cedar, Pine
1820s Mahogany English Trolley on Casters with Open Shelves and Two Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English mahogany trolley from the early 19th century, with two drawers and brass casters. Created in England during the first quarter of the 19th century, this mahogany trolley fe...
Category
Early 19th Century English Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
$11,850
H 46 in W 46 in D 20 in
Hanging Cabinet by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare and unique walnut hanging cabinet by George Nakashima is a beautiful and functional piece of modern furniture with sliding doors. The cabinet features an overhang top with ...
Category
1950s American Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Walnut
Bruno Mathsson wall shelf, Sweden, 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wall shelf model designed by Bruno Mathsson during the 1970s, produced by Bruno Mathsson International, Sweden.
Very good vintage condition.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Steel
Hanging Cabinet by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in San Francisco, CA
This rare and unique walnut hanging cabinet by George Nakashima is a beautiful and functional piece of modern furniture with sliding doors. The cabinet features an overhang top with ...
Category
1950s American Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Walnut
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Used Book Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of used book shelves available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, all used book shelves available were constructed with great care. Used book shelves have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Used book shelves are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Used book shelves have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Poul Cadovius, Nils Nisse Strinning and String Design AB are consistently popular.
How Much are Used Book Shelves?
Prices for used book shelves can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, used book shelves begin at $1 and can go as high as $125,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,800.
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
- How were book presses used?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2021Tempered 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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