Mid-20th Century Magazine Racks and Stands

Ico Parisi was an Italian architect and designer, born in Palermo in 1916. His activity, marked by continuous experimentation, consists in an incessant research in the fields of arch...

Robert Guillerme placed equal emphasis on function and aesthetics, creating a look as staid as it was arresting. While his work was in many ways distinctively conservative and recogn...

Robert Guillerme placed equal emphasis on function and aesthetics, creating a look as staid as it was arresting. While his work was in many ways distinctively conservative and recogn...

Magazine rack in rosewood designed by Rolf Hesland. Produced by Bruksbo / Bagn Møbelindustri in Norway.

An olive green stained walnut magazine tree with cantilevered shelves.

Ico Parisi was born in Palermo, Italy, in 1916, but as early as 1925 with his family he moved to Como, where in 1936 he graduated as a building surveyor and served an apprenticeship ...

Foldable magazine stand, walnut, brass, Italy, 1950s. This elegant and slender magazine holder shows two lovely illustrations on the side. One represents a Mexican guitar player and the other is a woman who is carrying a water pitcher. The illustrations are both executed in black and white color. The tripod piece can be folded and stored away. The mixture of two differently colors wooden pieces...

Wrought iron and stitched leather magazine holder by Jacques Adnet.

Here the theme of the coffee table with magazine rack, which the author Ico Parisi first dedicated his attention to in the late 40s, is rethought and proposed in a more functional an...

Bas van Pelt may be the most well-known for his seating designs, but this rare magazine rack shows the designer’s less known side. The design of this model feels contemporary and shows off the creativity of van Pelt. This type of storage is often referred to as a display rack, which is especially apt for this model. The black lacquered wired metal body is arranged in an airy design that allows the display of magazines and books. The curving shape of the five arches create a modern, artistic look crowned - quite literally - by the single pole in the middle with a ring at the end. This feature gives the design that extra element that distinguishes it from other models, while also serving a functional role. The entire rack can be picked up easily thanks to the ring, further, it still manages to stand out and grab the eye despite its small size. The wooden bottom adds an organic touch that is a beloved feature of mid-century modern design and of Dutch designer, Bas van Pelt as well. It pairs very well with the black metal frame and both materials get visually enhanced as a consequence. The rack stands on four brass leg ends showing how attention was given to the smallest detail. Whether used to hold magazines, newspapers or any other periodicals, this magazine display is sure to stand out. While serving a primarily functional role, this model is sure to stand out for its aesthetic qualities as well, reminding why mid-century modernism was one of the most creative design eras of all time. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some small marks on the wood. Dimensions: 17.71 in W x 13.38 in D x 24.8 in H 45 cm W x 34 cm D x 63 cm H About the designer: Bas Van Pelt (1900 Dordrecht (NL) - 1945 Sandbostel (DE)) was a well-known Dutch interior and furniture designer, known for the clarity and quality of his designs. His works created in the 1930s and 1940s are regarded for their progressive design and quality. While he is most well-known for his chair designs, van Pelt was also active as an interior designer. He also designed fabrics for window...

Robert Guillerme placed equal emphasis on function and aesthetics, creating a look as staid as it was arresting. While his work was in many ways distinctively conservative and recogn...

A wall mounted magazine rack with shelves. Features display shelves and magazine storage.     

An uncommon birch bentwood drawing rack with four pairs of hooks.

A rolling rosewood magazine caddy on four swivel casters with three divided compartments and a handle for ease of movement.

Very rare reading stand with light designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.    

A French vintage Art Deco period magazine stand with elegant gilt brass features and clear glass compartments. We love the finely cast handle and feet. The Art Deco details make this...

Magazine rack, anonymous, Denmark. 1950s. Brass and leather. L: 42 cm/ 16 1/2''

Stylish stitched leather and brass magazine holder by Jacques Adnet.   

Italian Mid-Century (1940s) small end table with ebonized wood sides supporting a glass top and shelf with brass magazine rack. (Attributed to ICO PARISI).  

American Mid-Century "Hollywood Regency" (1950s) gilt metal faux bamboo magazine rack with lyre design.

A triangular ash table with an inset cream leather top over two web strap magazine holders.

A well scaled and unusual periodicals basket having an adjustable bronze riveted looping handle and finely crafted of molded teak plywood.

Cool magazine or record Stand on wheels by Rolf Hesland. Made from rosewood in a nice, angular design.