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Bibliothèque étagère italienne double modulable vintage en teck et métal
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Bibliothèque étagère modulable vintage des années 60, en 2 parties, design italien, en teck et métal noir. Beaucoup de rangement : étagères ouvertes, 1 caisson avec 2 petites portes ...
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1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Metal
$2,656 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Danish Wall Mounted Teak Shelving System, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish wall mounted teak shelving system, 1960s.
Floating Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern three bay wall unit in teak with impressive 17 shelves. Each shelf is mounted on b...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Early 1950s Scandinavian Double Wall Unit / Bookcase
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
A beautifully designed mid-century modern wall unit from Sweden, dating back to the early 1950s.
Materials: Teak veneer, golden teak, and beech supports
Storage:
Left cabinet: Four ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Teak Sliding Door Bookcase by Henry Walter Klein, 1960s
Located in Savannah, GA
A teak bookcase with sliding smoked glass door by Henry Walter Klein for Bramin, Denmark, 1960s.
48 ¾ inches wide by 17 inches deep by 48 ½ inches
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1960s Danish Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
English mid century curved freestanding teak bookcase by Remploy
Located in Leicester, GB
A fabulous English freestanding bookcase in Teak. This petite mid-century bookcase has a beautiful curved shape - a lovely simple design. The three shelves are a perfect size for boo...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$463 Sale Price
25% Off
Mid-Century Modern Danish Modern Poul Hundevad Style Teak 4 Shelf Bookcase
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Danish Modern Poul Hundevad Style Teak 4 Shelf Bookcase
Offered is a piece of time and design: a teak bookcase. It looks to be designed by Poul Hundevad. Include...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Bookshelf / Cabinet
Located in Gardiner, NY
Authentic vintage mid century Danish / Scandinavian Modern teak bookshelf / cabinet.
The shelves are height-adjustable.
This piece is in excellent refinished condition with very fe...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Bookcase
Located in Waalwijk, NL
IImari Tapiovaara for Permanente Mobili Cantù, bookcase, teak, colored fabric, Italy, design 1957
This grand bookcase, executed in teak, is designed by the Finnish designer Ilmari T...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Fabric, Wood, Teak
Pair of Mid Century danish modern small teak bookcases
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid Century danish modern small teak bookcases. Simple bookcases with adjustable shelves matching pair. Center 2 shelves are removable or adjustable with slide in Danish flat...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Bibliothèque étagère modulable vintage style scandinave moderniste en teck
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Bibliothèque étagère des années 60, style scandinave moderniste dans le goût des meubles de Antoine Philippon et Jacqueline Lecoq pour Degorre ou de Pierre Guariche pour ARP Minviell...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$920 Sale Price
20% Off
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 Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Meuble bibliothèque de rangement vintage style scandinave moderniste en teck
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Meuble bibliothèque de rangement des années 60, style scandinave moderniste dans le goût des meubles de Antoine Philippon et Jacqueline Lecoq pour Degorre ou de Pierre Guariche pour ...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$920 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Danish Modern Poul Hundevad Style Teak Double Bookcase
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Danish Modern Poul Hundevad Style Teak Double Bookcase
Offered is a piece of time and design: a teak double bookcase. It looks to be designed by Poul Hundevad. In...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Ilmari Tapiovaara Modular Bookshelf "Pala" In Teak, Asko 1950s
Located in Helsinki, FI
This monumental bookshelf "Pala" is by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara (1914-1999) for Asko. A perfect example of a mid 20-th century bookshelf design from the 1950-1960s.
It is ...
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1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern 3-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern 3-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern 3 bay shelving system model Royal. This is an original vintage floating bookcase desi...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Bibliothèque étagère vintage en bois style teck des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Bibliothèque étagère des années 60, style moderniste, en bois style teck, pieds en métal noir avec embouts laiton pour ajustement au sol, 4 étagères intérieures ouvertes, très bon ét...
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1960s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$654 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique and Meaningful Dutch Arts & Crafts Bookcase w. Learning Theme Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique three-door Arts & Crafts bookcase / book shelves with hand carved sculptural door panels.
If you are looking for a truly stylish and top quality crafted bookcase, then this ...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Teak Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Isa Bergamo Wall Bookstore, Italy 1960s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Naples, IT
Hanging bookcase made of teak veneer wood and enameled metal rod. Produced in the 1960s by ISA BERGAMO. Featuring metal supports and 4 wooden shelves, the bookcase has a suspended, a...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Carlo Jensen Narrow Teak Bookcase With Lower Locking Cabinet
By Carlo Jensen, Aage Hundevad
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Carlo Jensen
Manufacturer: Hundevad + Co
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 27.5" wide x 17" deep x 77.25" tall
Condition: In excellent original con...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Modern Bookcase in Teak by Lawrence Peabody
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Lawrence Peabody
Manufacturer: Craft Associates Furniture
Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern
Specs: Teak
This Lawrence Peabody modern bookcase cabinet for Craft Associates Furniture is expertly hand crafted. The Peabody collection pieces are licensed reintroductions for Craft Associates. This bookcase cabinet is solid black walnut and Claro walnut veneer. It is available in multiple variations (all walnut / black or normal sliding door / brass or black pulls).
Craft Associates Furniture is proud each modern piece is made in the US. We strive to craft a product that will stand the test of time. We use the best materials and have the best craftsman and upholstery in the business. We stand 100% behind our product.
Dimensions:
H 49" (124.46cm)
L 58.875" (149.54cm)
D 14.5" (36.83cm)
Drawer interiors 8" width (20.32cm) x 12" depth (30.48cm)
History
Lawrence “Larry” Peabody (1924-2002) was an architect, interior designer, and furniture designer. As an American born in Haverhill, Massachusetts, his distinctive design were often influenced by his Scandinavian roots. Lawrence studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, Denmark and at the Rhode Island School of Design. His early career with Selig Mfg. Co. was prolific and helped put both himself and Selig on the map for modern furniture. He then started Lawrence Peabody & Associates in 1955, a design firm in Boston which included a vast client list (Sears, Roebuck & Co., Kohler, Regal Rugs, Boyd Lighting, Chapman Lamps, and Richardson Brothers).
In 1961, Mr. Peabody won a Citation for Merit for his Peabody Collection for Richardson/ Nemschoff. Winner of the 1962 International A.I.D. design award for his wood frame rattan cradle...
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2010s American Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$15,000 / item
Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Bookcase. Circa 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Bookcase. C 1970s
Features a modern Scandinavian minimalist design with a beautiful teak wood grain...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase, 1960s.
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern bookcase in teak. Lower part with two wide drawers. Sculpted pulls in solid teak. Upper part has three height adj...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
1950s Vintage Bookcase / Shelfs In Teak With Black Lacquered Stands
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Very decorative Scandinavian bookcase cabinet made in Sweden in the 1950s.
The teak cabinet with the lockable doors consists one internal, fixed, shelf.
The three book shelfs on top ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech, Teak
Grete Jalk Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Design Teak Bookcases, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design teak bookcases set designed by Grete Jalk and produced by P. Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, movable vertical partition...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$6,830 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Davis Cabinet Co Teakwood Chinoiserie Library Bookcase Cabinet Shelf Commode
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Davis Cabinet Company bookcase commode. Made of teakwood featuring Asian styling with upper book shelves and lower cabinet. Circa late 20th century, Nashville Tennessee. #151...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$800 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcase China Display Portwood Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the epitome of sophistication with this Mid Century Modern Vintage Display China Cabinet Bookcase by Portwood, a fabulous piece crafted by the renowned British furniture mak...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Drop Front Bookcase Desk, Wall Unit, Teak Veneer, Danish Mid Century Modern
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A distinctive wall unit in the mid-century modern tradition, crafted from teak veneer and showcasing clean Scandinavian lines and versatile functionality. This vintage unit features ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Teak
Bookshelf by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 1950s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Two parts bookshelf by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbler 1950s Made in teak. On the back with Illums Boighus Kbh. mark. In very good vintage condition, with nice ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Freestanding Teak Shelf System 1950s with Cabinets
Located in Handewitt, DE
Danish freestanding and conical shaped teak shelf system with cabinets, bar, shelfes and double chest of drawers. With nice teak color and in origina...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Edvard Valentinsen Model 191 Narrow Teak + Oak Bookcase
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Edvard Valentinsen
Manufacturer: Edv. Valentinsen Furniture Factory
Era: 1950s
Materials: Teak, Oak
Measurements: 39" wide x 14" deep x 45.25" tall
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Oak, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Bookcase, Chandigarh, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Teak, 5 Hole File Rack, Chandigarh, India c. 1960s
Rare example of a model PJ-R-27-B five hole file rack with stencil markings by Pierre...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Large Teakwood Italian Mid-Century Modern hanging shelf attributed to Isa
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This hanging shelf was produced in Italy around the 1950s. It is made from teakwood and remains in overall good condition.
Shelf is part of a 1950s furniture made in part with furnit...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
A large mid century modern hutch by UP Møbelfabrik, Denmark circa 1965
Located in View Park, CA
An imposing Danish mid century modern bookshelf / shelving unit / hutch in teak wood UP Møbelfabrik, mid twentieth century. The glorious grain of this wood really shines on this piec...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Freestanding Bookcase in Teak by Kurt Østervig, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Bookcase in teak designed by Kurt Østervig M.A.A. for K.P furniture in 1960s. Made in Denmark, great condition.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase with Storage Cabinet
By BRDR Furbo
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish modern shelving unit features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original finish, two adjustable shelves up top, sliding doors and an adjustable shelf down below.
Matching Danish shelving unit...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$810 Sale Price
40% Off
Scandinavian Midcentury Modern Vintage Classic Swedish Teak Wood Bookcase, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This modernist classic bookcase was made in Sweden during the 1960s. It is finished with teak wood in a darker shade of brown. The cabinet has three s...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$1,664 Sale Price
20% Off
Bookcase with drop-down cabinet, 1960s, made by Fontana, Italy
By Enzo Strada
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
One-bay bookcase with shelves and cabinet with drop-leaf door, 1960s.
The design of this teak wood bookcase is reminiscent of Enzo Strada's style. The geometrically aligned uprights ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Laminate, Teak
Danish Teak Tambour Doors Long Credenza Dresser Server with Glass Doors Hutch
By Arne Vodder
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern finished back teak long credenza with sliding glass doors hutch.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
1960s Pair of Teak Cabinets / Room Dividers by Kajsa & Nils "Nisse" Strinning
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This modular teak shelving system, designed by Kajsa and Nils "Nisse" Strinning in the 1960s, is a prime example of Scandinavian functionalism.
Versatile sectional design, perfect a...
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1960s Danish Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
Danish Modern Tall Teak & Beech Bookcase/Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish bookcase/cabinet, circa 1960's. Highly functional design combines: bank of drawers, locking double door cabinet, slide-out desk and open bookshelf with mini chest of draw...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Beech, Teak
1960s Teak Table Model Bookcase By Carl Axel Acking for Bodafors, Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Elegant teak table model bookcase with two drawers and adjustable shelfs.
Build up in high quality materials and overall in good condition.
Designed by Carl-Axel Acking for Bodafors,...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Danish Style Teak G Plan Form Five Two Section Bookcase 1967
Located in Portland, OR
Original Mid Century Modern two section Danish style teak bookcase on cabinet, by G-Plan from the " Form Five " range, designed by Roger Bennett, 1967.
This very stylish mid century ...
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1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Free Standing Book Shelf With 4 Drawers
Located in Seattle, WA
Teak book shelf with dresser in style of Borge Mogensen with removable Top. The bottom portion is a dresser with plenty of storage. The top is a bookcase with adjustable shelves.
...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
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Teak
Mid Century Teak Corner Shelving Unit, 1960s
By Herbert Gibbs
Located in South Shields, GB
A large teak corner shelving unit from Herbert Gibbs, circa 1960s.
The bottom shelf is removable.
There is a cupboard to the bottom for additional stor...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
LB7 Bookshelves, Franco Albini for Poggi, 1960
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The LB7 "Infinito" bookcase by Franco Albini for Poggi is an iconic creation of 1950s Italian design. This bookcase, designed in 1957, bears Albini's distinctive signature with its c...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Shelving Unit with Vertical Record Storage
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish Modern teak shelving unit features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original finish, two adjustable shelves up top, vertical...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$525 Sale Price
50% Off
Franco Albini Infinito Modular Bookcase
Located in Milano, IT
Franco Albini (1905-1977)
Infinito original book unit. Large modular bookcase made up of 6 vertical uprights, container elements with hinged doors and lo...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$37,352 Sale Price
25% Off
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase with Sliding Door Storage Cabinet
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish modern shelving unit features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original finish, two adjustable shelves up top, sliding doors and an adjustable shelf down below.
Matching Danish shelving unit...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$771 Sale Price
40% Off
Swedish Sky / Floor Bookcase in Teak and Brass, 1960s
Located in taranto, IT
Large Swedish sky / earth bookcase, original from the 1960s, made of teak with three compartments on four metal uprights, floor and ceiling fixing with brass elements, shelves and do...
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1960s Italian Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Ilmari Tapiovaara Bookcase Produced by La Permanente Mobili
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare and large freestanding bookcase designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by La Permanente Mobili, Cantù in Italy.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Mogens Koch Cabinets and Bookcases in Teak for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinets and bookcases in teak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØRREBROGADE/KØBENHAVN'.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Teak Bookshelf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Give your space a dash of mid-century modern charm with this wonderful petite teak bookshelf. With minimalist lines, soft edges, and a vibrant swirling wood grain, this display case ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Teak
Wall bookcase by Josef Frank
By Josef Frank
Located in Brescia, IT
Small solid wood wall bookcase, 1950s Scandinavian production, attributed to Josef Frank.
Solid wood wall bookcase, Scandinavian production 1950s, attributed to Josef Frank. The com...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Modular Bookcase in Teak Design Vittorio Dassi, 1960s
Located in taranto, IT
Original 1960s teak bookcase, Vittorio Dassi design, composed of three wooden uprights (not metal!), 3 closed elements of which 2 with sliding doors and one with folding doors, and 6...
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1960s Italian Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Metal
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 Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Large Bookcase in Teak and Chromed Steel by Nils Strinning, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large Bookcase in Teak and Chromed Steel by Nils Strinning, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and chromed steel
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Large bookcase model String Continental...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Bookcase With Secretary/Desk Made In Teak, Danish Design From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Made of teak and dating from the 1960s, this impressive bookcase with secretary/desk is a masterpiece of functionality and aesthetics. With its beautiful teak wood and characteristic...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Pierre Jeanneret File Rack Unit with Stencil Marks
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...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian Teak Bookcase
Located in Brescia, IT
Original 1960s cabinet with 5 shelves.
A 200 cm high modernist bookcase with regular, square lines. Tapered feet enrich and lighten the structure.
A piece of furniture that in its s...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Antique & Sturdy Solid Teak Wood Late Victorian Era Library Stairs / Steps 1890s
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique and top quality crafted, solid teak, library steps with dovetail joints.
In all our years of buying and selling rare antiques we have never had the priviledge of finding antique English...
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Late 19th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Teak Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Teak
Vintage Teak Bookcases for Sale on 1stDibs
A vintage teak 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 piece of storage furniture 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.
Appreciated for its dense grain and rich luster, old-growth teak was a sought-after material among mid-century modern designers who created bookcases and other structures for the home — and who also pushed teak to the brink of extinction.
“Teak is incredibly slow-growing, so much of what is still harvested is young, and from a sustainability standpoint, this is far from ideal,” says Brian Volk-Zimmerman of Volk Furniture in Brooklyn. When he does use it, he only goes for reclaimed teak, as many species of the tree have been over-forested.
It wasn’t always this way. In the previous century, according to Jenny Cashin — owner of the shop Mid-Century Modern Home, in British Columbia — Danish designers, and Scandinavian modernists in general, harvested teak as much as they liked. This enhanced their pieces’ handcrafted look and came to define the timeless simple shapes of mid-century modern design. While America embraced mass-produced design by the likes of Herman Miller and Charles and Ray Eames, Scandinavian manufacturers held fast to their handmade traditions, as seen in vintage Scandinavian bookcases from the 1950s and ’60s.
If you opt for a teak bookcase, experts recommend that it be oiled on a regular basis to maintain its original color.
Maybe you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines. If not, 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.
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