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Bookcases For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Victorian
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Glass Front Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern glass front bookcase or display cabinet By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, 1950s Bleached mahogany, with glass front doors and orig...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Shelf Unit by Carlo de Carli, 70s
Located in Medesano, Parma
Introducing this stunning White Lacquered Wooden Shelf Unit and Library created by the legendary Italian architect and designer Carlo de Carli at the turn of the 1960s and 1970s. Thi...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Wood

Large Danish Teak Wall Bookcase by Poul Cadovius, F139
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large wall bookcase from the 60's designed by the Danish designer Poul Cadovius. This bookcase is composed of different modular elements on three ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Teak

Italian Rosewood Bookcase, circa 1960s.
Located in Houston, TX
1960s Italian Rosewood cabinet. This handsome cabinet has wonderful storage to include open shelving, drop down cabinet doors with glass shelves, base cabinet with sliding doors and ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

1960s Mahogany Shelving System, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with some signs of use - variable positioning - H: 223cm W: 332cm D: 41cm
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Metal

Industrial Trienniale Bookcase or Shelving System in Green Steel by Lips Vago
Located in London, London
'Trienniale' shelving unit by Lips Vago. In dark green lacquered steel, Italy, 1950s. With adjustable shelves. A further seven Congresso bookcases available in different colours. Pl...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Steel

Midcentury Wall Unit Bookshelf by Fratelli Proserpio, Italy
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
Step into the captivating world of Frattelli Proserpio's timeless craftsmanship with this exquisite 1960s teak wall unit. Created by the talented Proserpio brothers in their factory,...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Iron

Quality Mid 19th Century Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A superb quality mid 19th-century, William IV, early Victorian period four-door breakfront mahogany library bookcase. It features a moulded cornice above four original glazed doors e...
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Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

Victorian Oak Breakfront Bookcase Carved Miskin Manor 1870 Library
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous monumental carved Victorian library bookcase of breakfront form The bookcase is circa 1870 and was sourced from Miskin Manor - a Stately home in South Wale...
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1870s Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Oak

Italian mid-century modern revolving bookcase Centro Salocchi for Sormani, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern revolving bookcase Centro Salocchi for Sormani, 1960s Revolving bookcase mod. Centro in brown painted wood. The bookcase has eight compartments, each equip...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Metal

R. J. Horner Style Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous American Empire, Victorian, or Neoclassical style bookcase cabinet In the manner of R.J. Horner & Co. USA, Circa 1890s Carved mahogany, with mullioned leaded glass fron...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Wall Unit or Bookcase by Dean Santner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Amazing Midcentury wall unit handcrafted in solid aspen hardwood with exceptional quality and strength.. Featuring expertly carved wood with perfect proportions and captivating design that will highlight your home and collection. Perfect for the home office, library, or stand alone bookcase...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Quality Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Table Top Revolving Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique Edwardian mahogany inlaid table top revolving bookcase having a quality mahogany inlaid top with a pretty satinwood inlaid...
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Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Other

Wolfgang Laubersheimer "Verspantes Regal" Steel Bookcase for Pentagon, 1984
Located in Roma, IT
Fantastic object designed by Wolfgang Laubersheimer and produced by Pentagon Group, Germany, 1984. This bookcase, called "Regal Verspanntes", is made...
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1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Steel, Iron

"804" Rolltop Desk by Gianfranco Frattini for Bernini, 1960s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Model 804 desk by Gianfranco Fattini. The roll top opens by pulling on the leather-encrusted writing surface. There are two glass shelves at the back. On top, there's a glass shelf...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Aluminum

Mid-20th Century Partial Ebonized Mahogany Low Bookcase
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid-20th Century Partial Ebonized Mahogany Low Bookcase. Measures 22.5" in width, 9.5" in depth and 31" in height. Shelves height is 12".
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Mahogany

Roberto Monsani 'Life' Bookcase for Acerbis, 1980s
Located in Milano, IT
'Life' modular wall system designed by Roberto Monsani and produced by Acerbis in the 1980s.
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Glass, Plexiglass, Wood

Pair New Unfinished Baker Obelisk Shape Double Sided 360 Degree Walnut Bookcases
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair New Unfinished Baker Obelisk Shape Double Sided 360 Degree Walnut Bookcases. These Baker cabinets are new unfinished from the baker factory. Unusual looking cabinets and unusua...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Walnut

Bookcase in Light Mahogany Designed by Mogens Koch, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The light mahogany bookcase, designed by Mogens Koch and manufactured by Rud Rasmussen in the 1960s, is a remarkable piece of furniture that represents a harmonious fusion of functio...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Mahogany

Vintage Boho Globe Wernickie Barrister Bookcases - Set of 3
Located in west palm beach, FL
The Vintage Boho Globe Wernicke Barrister Bookcases - Set Of 3 showcases classic American craftsmanship with a bohemian twist. These stackable, glass-front bookcases are perfect for ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal

A 1960s Romeo Rega Attributable Mid-Century Modern Italian Bookcase
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This Italian bookcase would likely exude the characteristic style and sophistication of mid-century design, reflecting the innovative and artistic trends of the era, it's an exquisit...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Brass, Chrome

Italian Bookcase in Walnut and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bookcase, oak, walnut, brass and glass, Italy, circa 1950. This sophisticated, large bookcase designed in Italy comes in a great size. With a nice variety of storage compartment and...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Brass

Mid 20th Century French Provincial Style Walnut Narrow Bookcase
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid 20th Century French Provincial Style Walnut finish Narrow Bookcase. Measures 23.5" in width l, 13.75" in depth and 72" height. Shelves clearance is 13.75"
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

7 Module Bookcase with Bar by Umberto Mascagni, Set of 7
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Set of 2 modular bookcases and a bar module. The composition is unique in style, design, craftsmanship, and materials. In the 1950s, Mascagni was renowned for the excellent quality a...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Taichiro Nakai for La Permanente Mobili Adjustable Wall Cabinet in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Taichiro Nakay (Nakai) for La Permanente Mobili, bookcase, lacquered iron, teak, glass, brass, maple, ca. 1955 Taichiro Nakai is an incredibly talented Japanese designer who is most...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Brass, Iron

Lips Vago 'Triennal' Bookcases or Shelving System
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lips Vago, 'Triennale' set of four shelving units or bookcases, dark green lacquered steel, Italy, design 1954 Constructed from steel sheets, the 'Triennale' bookcase or shelving unit is designed in 1954 for the Triennale Milano...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Steel

Bookshelf with Rosewood Veneers by Brazilian company Celina Decorações, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Produced in the 1960s by Celina Decorações, this Rosewood bookshelf has a robust and elaborate structure. Built with four columns, two drawer modules, and one cabinet module, it can ...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Glazed Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany glazed bookcase having a quality figured mahogany top above a single drawer above a pair of figured mahogany arched shaped moulded glazed d...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases

Materials

Other

Urio Wall System by Ico Parisi for Mim Roma, Italy, 1957
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Urio wall system in palisander wood designed in 1957 by Ico Parisi for MIM Roma, Italy. Different elements including shelves, desk, chest of drawers a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rosewood

Milo Baughman for Glenn of California Mid Century Walnut 3 Tier Bookcase
Located in Countryside, IL
Milo Baughman for Glenn of California Mid Century Walnut 3 Tier Bookcase This bookcase measures: 48 wide x 12 deep x 29 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting stud...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Walnut

Midcentury Italian Modular Book Case, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Remarkable bookcase with steel and brass details. Composed by two modules with 4 shelves, 3 drawers, 2 cabinets with doors and 1 cabinet with a folding writing table...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Feal Italian Wall Unit in Anodized Aluminum and Mahogany
By Feal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Feal (Fonderie Elettriche Alluminio e Lega), model ‘S2’ wall units, mahogany, anodized aluminum, Italy, 1950s Both aesthetics and functionality comes into play in this bookcase she...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Aluminum

Louis Van Teeffelen Wall Unit in Teak and Brass by WeBe, Netherlands, circa 1950
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Elegant wall-unit by Louis Van Teeffelen for WéBé (Walraven & Bevers), Netherlands – circa 1950. The wall unit is made of black lacquered wood pilars, teak veneer shelves and cabine...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Danish Modular 5-Bay Teak Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modular 5 Bay Teak Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s. Large and impressive Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern shelving system, Model FM Re...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Teak

Wall unit E22 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, 1950s
Located in bruxelles, BE
Large fully modular Wall unit in black lacquered wood and metal with 20 shelves, 1 box with 4 drawers, 2 large boxes with 2 sliding doors, 2 boxes with glass door with key. Stamped T...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Moveis Cimo, Bookcase/ Vitrine, c. 1960, Brazilian Design
Located in PARIS, FR
Wooden bookcase by Imbuia's wood, an exotic species of Brazil very appreciated for its warm natural hue and the finesse of its grain. This room has two sliding doors in Imporia wood ...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Hardwood

English Breakfront Library Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good English painted breakfront library bookcase. All adjustable shelving. 1840. Dimensions 122 inches (310 cms) Wide 18.5 inches (47 ...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Oak

Mahogany bookcase by Mogens Koch
Located in PARIS, FR
Solid mahogany bookcases designed by Mogens Koch in the 1930s and produced by the Rud publishing house . Rasmussen in Denmark. This piece of furniture is part of the tradition of fun...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Mahogany

Skovby Danish Modern Rosewood Lighted Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1970s
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish mid-century Danish Modern lighted bookcase or display cabinet By Skovby Møbelfabrik Denmark, Circa 1970s Rosewood, with glass front doors, glass shelves, and b...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Steel

Danish Modular Royal Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modular Royal Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1950s. Mid-Century Modern 4 bay shelving system model Royal. This is an original vintage floating bookcase designed in 1948 by Danish architect Poul Cadovius. Cadovius had the revolutionary idea to design a floating, modular shelving system that would maximize floor space and signify the end of conformity in shelving. The Royal System shelving unit went on to win the gold medal at the Finland Furniture Fair in 1950 and silver medal at the XI Triennale di Milano 1957 and remained a hallmark of Scandinavian modern design throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Versatile and flexible floating bookcase that allows for continuous rearranging to suit individual needs. This original Cado Royal System is suitable for both living room, home office or library. The cabinet with the drop down woven front has one wide height adjustable shelf and two drawers. Can also be used as a secretary desk. The display cabinet with the double sliding glass doors also has one height adjustable shelf. The dresser module has four wide drawers. Two original sliding bookends...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Teak

Newly Refinished- Milo Baughman Walnut Credenza/Bookcase for Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage desig...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Walnut

Paul Mccobb Room Divider for Calvin Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Paul McCobb Room Divider for Calvin Furniture Company, Features Mahogany, solid brass and glass shelves. Lower section has Five Drawers with brass...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Brass

1960s Open Bookcase with Chest of Drawers by Vittorio Dassi for G. Cecchini & C.
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1960s Open Bookcase with Chest of Drawers by Vittorio Dassi for G. Cecchini and C in Massive and Veneered Teak. Polished brass accessories and lacquered metal legs Vittorio Dassi Th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Jules Wabbes Illuminated Library in Wood and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, bookcase, in brass and wood, Belgium, 1960s   Rare wall unit designed by master furniture-maker Jules Wabbes. This exceptional piece could be use...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Brass

Fine Quality Antique 19th Century Victorian Mahogany Inlaid Cylinder Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine quality antique 19th Century Victorian mahogany inlaid cylinder bookcase having a quality inlaid swan neck pediment above a pair of mahogany inlaid shaped glazed bevelled edge d...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Other

Vintage Coastal Woven Rattan Etagere - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
Bring an air of breezy sophistication to your space with this stunning pair of vintage woven rattan etageres. Their open, airy design showcases masterful craftsmanship, with intricat...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rattan

Galerie L'Orme Modular Wall Unit in Solid Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Galerie l'Orme, modular wall unit, elm, France, 1970s Dazzling French modular wall unit manufactured by Galerie l'Orme in Paris. Executed in solid elm, this modular piece exhibits a...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Elm

Danish Bookcase w/ Storage
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This mid-century modern standing bookcase features adjustable shelves, drawers, and drop front cabinet storage. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Italian Mid-Century Teak Wood Bookcase Four Modules by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This bookcase consists of four modules freestanding, suitable to be moving and placed at will in the home. It's composed by #5 uprights, and equipped with #9 shelves, #2 cabinets tw...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Libreria da Centro Anni 50-60
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Libreria da centro a soffitto, con elementi contenitore e ripiani a posizione regolabile, aperture a battenti, ribalta e cassetti a vista, legno impiallacciato teak, montanti in meta...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Metal, Brass

Industrial Congresso Bookcase in Blue Steel by Lips Vago, Four Available
Located in London, London
'Congresso' shelving unit by Lips Vago. In blue lacquered steel, Italy, 1960s. With adjustable shelves. Four available in blue and a further four in different colours. Please see add...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Steel

Mid-Century Modernist Brass, Glass and Bronzed Mirror Étagère by Milo Baughman
Located in New York, NY
This sleek and well composed Mid-Century Modernist Étagère in Brass, Glass and Bronzed Mirror by Milo Baughman originates from the United States, Circa 1970. Features a patinated bra...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Brass, Bronze

Borge Mogensen Oak Bookcases
Located in Hudson, NY
The Borge Morgensen oak bookcase, shown here, is one of three available. Featuring adjustable shelves, the bookcases reflect the clean lines and classic style for which the designer ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Vintage pine staircase shelf bookcase - Maison Regain style
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage pine staircase shelf bookcase - Maison Regain style Maison Regain Style - Case shelf - Bookcase Measures : 118x30,5cm H:118cm Material : Wood Wear consistent with age and use
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Mid-Century Triangular Bamboo and Rattan Italian Corner Bookcase, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing mid-century bamboo and Rattan triangular corner bookshelf. Franco Albini inspired the design of this piece, produced in Italy during the 1970s. This piece is fantastic thank...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker, Cane

Franco Albini Bookcase Infinito Wall for Cassina, Italy, new
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the chosen size and material. Available in: natural ash, black stained ash, American walnut. Different elements and sizes of the bookcase are available, too. Please get in touch. An extremely functional design wall bookcase designed by Franco Albini combines tradition and modernity in an ongoing dialog between materials and technologies. Designed in 1958 after the Infinito double-sided bookcase, Infinito Wall...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Wood Book Shelf Display Cabinet
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Mid Century Modern Walnut Wood Book Shelf Display Cabinet Adjustable Shelf Dimensions. 66 W ; 15 1/2 D ; 32 H Inside ( Right ). 12 W ; 14 D...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Walnut

Etagère murale en pin vintage style Maison Regain des années 80
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Etagère murale en pin vintage, dans le style Maison Regain des années 80. 2 crochets métalliques pour la suspendre. Très bon état. Ref 240 323 Hauteur : 51...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Wood

Vintage and Antique Bookcases for Sale: Shop Art Deco Bookcases, Globe Wernicke Bookcases and Barrister Bookcases on 1stDibs

Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.

As long as curious people have collected stories, we have needed a place to stow them away and preserve them. When auction houses and book dealers proliferated by the late 17th century, the bibliophile was born. And, of course, as with any treasured decorative objects or collectibles, a book lover’s volumes were suddenly worthy of a luxurious display — enter the bookcase.

Americans of means during the 19th century took to amassing art as well as rare books, and bookcases of the era — rife with hand-carved decorative accents and architectural motifs — were ideal for displaying their handsome leather-bound wares.

Although our favorite titles may change over the years, the functionality and beauty of their home within our home is timeless. Even those who don’t covet the perfect home library can benefit from an attractive display case, as bookcases can easily double as charming étagères

Contemporary and customizable options make it easier for you to find the perfect bookcase for your style and stacks. If you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines, incorporate extra space to allow for additional displays and decorative objects. And by introducing a striking dark wood Art Deco bookcase or low-profile mid-century modern design by Paul McCobb into your living room, your signed first editions won’t be the only items making a statement. 

Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.

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