Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Large DANISH Mid Century Modern ROSEWOOD BOOKCASE, c. 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Exquisite Mid Century Modern ROSEWOOD bookcase featuring 8 wide and spacious shelving areas, stunning wood grains throughout and adjustable + removable shelves. The design is classic...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
1962, André Wogenscky & Marta Pan
Located in Perpignan, FR
rare armoire crée par André Wogenscky et son épouse Marta Pan. (Voir site web de la fondation)
André Wogenscky et un fidèle collaborateur de Le Corbusier, ...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Penguin Donkey Mark 2 Bookcase by Ernest Race for Isokon, 1963
By Isokon, Ernest Race
Located in San Diego, CA
Excited to show you the petite Penguin Donkey Mark 2 bookcase by Ernest Race for Isokon, 1963, England. Originally designed in the late 1930s by Egon Riss an...
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1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Iron and wood wall bookcase by Osvaldo Borsani E22 production Tecno, Italy 1960s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Milano, IT
Iron and wood wall bookcase by Osvaldo Borsani E22 production Tecno 1960s
Modular wall-mounted bookcase, wood and metal, composed of six shelves and a storage compartment. Designed b...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Bookcase in teak by Borge Mogensen for FDB
Located in PARIS, FR
Signed teak bookcase designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1950s and produced by FDB Møbler in Denmark in the 1950-60's. It is an incredibly perfect condition. The position of the shelve...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
SEXY Mid Century Modern ITALIAN BOOKCASE by Ico Parisi
By Ico Parisi
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Can furniture be sexy? This funky bookcase by Ico Parisi featuring the most insane legs we've every seen on a piece of furniture, proves that furniture ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Italian Gilt Metal Bar Cart with Smoked Glass Shelves, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian gilt metal bar cart or étagère on wheels with smoked glass shelves.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-13-A Glass-Fronted Bookcase / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
This item is raw and sturdy. Its rugged textures and bold lines define that radical character. Its presence is uncompromising and captivating. Signs of age, patina, and the traces o...
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1960s Indian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Chrome Etagere
Located in Pasadena, TX
An elegant chrome etagere in the style of Milo Baughman. The arched chrome frame is equipped with four smoked glass shelves.
Category
1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Milo Baughman, Mid-Century Modern, Tall Bookcase, Rosewood, Chrome, USA, 1960s
Located in Manhasset, NY
A West Michigan Furniture Mid-Century Modern bookcase over commode having an ebony case and rosewood drawer fronts with chrome frame and drawer pulls. Distributed by John Stuart, bea...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Arc Top Lighted Lucite Étagère Vitrine
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern all Lucite and white acrylic five shelves étagère vitrine wall unit floor lamp, light fixture.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Lucite
1960s hanging and sectional bookcase
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Large 1960s hanging modular bookcase produced by the historic Fraber brand of furniture manufacturer Fratelli Bertoli in Omegna, Italy.
The furniture factory was known at the time fo...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Teak
Vintage Milo Baughman Style Burl and Glass Étagère
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning Mid-Century Modern étagère features a light-up burl base topped with a cloudy glass shelf. This impressive shelving unit has four glass shelves in the middle, perfect for ...
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1970s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration Secretary Desk / Bar / Bookshelf
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
A unique and handsome Kipp Stewart for Drexel Declaration piece of furniture that can serve a multitude of uses as a desk, bar or bookshelf.
Measurements: 84" high, 36" wide and 19"...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Italian Vintage Bookcase in Brass and Carrara Marble
Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino
Italian vintage bookcase in brass and Carrara marble.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Set of three Italian bookcases by BBPR with brass and glass details
By Studio BBPR
Located in Milano, IT
Rare Modular Italian Bookcase Set by BBPR - 1940s Design with Brass and Glass Details
An exceptional and elegant set of three modular bookcases designed by the renowned Italian archi...
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1940s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Trumeau Bookcases or Cabinets by Paolo Buffa, 1940
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Rome, IT
Elegant trumeau bookcases produced by Fratelli Lietti.
Exceptional design furniture by the famous Italian designer Paolo Buffa, in mahogany wood, front finely inlaid decoration with...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Danish Teak Bookcase, 2 Matching Cabinets Available
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern two-piece teak bookcase designed by Poul Hundevad for Hundevad & Co. was made in Denmark circa 1970. The minimalist Scandinavian modern design ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Teak
Mid Century Danish Teak Bookcase, 2 Matching Cabinets Available
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern two-piece teak bookcase designed by Poul Hundevad for Hundevad & Co. was made in Denmark circa 1970. The minimalist Scandinavian modern design ...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Teak
American Mid-Century Gold Painted Étagère
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century dark gold painted faux bamboo design etagere shelving unit with 6 glass shelves.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Faux Bamboo
Carrara Marble Bookcase with Glass Shelves, 1970
Located in Paris, FR
Low bookcase crafted of white Carrara marble with three transparent glass shelves. This vintage shelving made in the 1970s is close to the work of Ale...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Carrara Marble
Bridges Small Red by Muller Van Severen for BD Barcelona, 2024
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bridges Small by Muller Van Severen for BD Barcelona, 2024
Bridges is a collection of cabinets designed by Muller Van Severen. MVS developed the cabinets from their series of ‘Wave’ ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Wooden bookshelf designed by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Wall-mounted bookshelf designed by Ignazio Gardella for Azucena.
This elegant piece features a lacquered metal structure with brass detailing and lacquered wooden shelves. A refined ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal, Brass
Design Institute America Chrome and Glass Étagère
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful shelf unit/étagère by Design Institute America (DIA). Timeless design style.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Unique Czech Ash Mid-Century Bookcase, 1950s, Well Preserved Condition
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Czech mid-century bookcase
Material: Ash
Original very well preserved condition.
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Ash, Wood
20th Century, Italian Production Wall Wooden Bookcase 60s
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 realized in lacquered metal structure with brass...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal, Brass
Chrome and Glass Étagère by Design Institute of America
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of the Design Institute of America with this beautiful shelf unit/etagere, exclusively available at circa20c. Featuring a sophisticated chrome an...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Oak Midcentury Coffee Table, Well-Preserved Condition, Czechia, 1950s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Oak midcentury coffee table.
Source: Czechia
Period: 1950-1959
Material: Oak, umakart
Original well-preserved condition.
Stable solid wood construction.
Revived polish.
Sw...
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1950s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Oak
Illuminated Wall Unit Designed by Roberto Monsani for Acerbis
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Modular "Life" wall unit designed by Roberto Monsani for Acerbis, circa 1970. Featuring six upright panels and six illuminated boxes, one features a drop-front door and another conce...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Libreria Feal anni '60, Italia - 6 mensole in legno e alluminio
By Feal
Located in Milano, IT
Due librerie Feal (Fonderie Elettriche Alluminio e Leghe) in perfette condizioni.
Due campate, 6 mensole l'una, ripiani in legno e ottone. Le mensole sono regolabili in altezza.
L...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Aluminum
Free standing String shelf-system, bookcase with cabinet teak by WHB Germany
Located in Gaggenau, DE
Free standing String shelf-system, bookcase with cabinet Eshe by WHB Germany, 1950s
The bookshelf-system is in great vintage condition.
Measurements:
Height : 159 cm
Width : 72 ...
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1950s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Secretary Cabinet in Walnut by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in Detroit, MI
This exceptional vintage midcentury secretary desk with bookcase was designed by British-born T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Expertly craf...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Small Mid Century Solid Oak Freestanding Bookcase Made in England
Located in Leicester, GB
Beautifully made mid-century bookcase in Oak. The vintage freestanding bookcase has a cascading front and a lovely chunky, shaped bottom shelf.
Gorgeous colour and patina to the oak...
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1950s English Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Three-Tier Bookshelf – Pine and White Laminate
Located in Pasadena, CA
This three-tier bookcase reflects midcentury modern design through its clean lines and balanced use of materials. Crafted in pine and walnut, each shelf features a white laminated to...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut, Formica, Pine
Oak bookcase by Alf Svensson, design 1960's
Located in PARIS, FR
Clean and at the same time authentic design of Scandinavian modernism. The finishes and grain of the wood give it an elegant aesthetic and easily harmonize with different types of de...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Bookcase Laquered Metal and Brass , 1970s
Located in Pambio Noranco, CH
Italian handmade bookcase, Laquered metal and brass.
Meaasures: 378 x 40 x 295 cm.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Metal
large rationalist bookcase, attr. Massimo Vignelli, walnut and glass, circa 1970
Located in Rome, IT
Iconic large bookcase or console in wood and glass designed by Lella & Massimo Vignelli in wood and glass
Produced probably by Driade in 1974 for ARA series
Measures: 180cm x 44 cm...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Pair of Pine Bookcases, Adjustable Shelves, Rustic Solid Wood, c. 1970s USA
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A versatile pair of solid pine bookcases, crafted in the 1970s–1980s and offering simple, functional elegance with natural wood grain and adjustable shelves. These low-profile booksh...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Brazilian Rosewood Bookshelf by Geraldo de Barros, Unilabor, 1950s, Mid-Century
Located in New York, NY
This bookshelf was designed in the 1950s by Geraldo de Barros (1923-1998) and produced by Unilabor. He designed and projected furniture based on his constructive references related t...
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1950s South American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Iron
Vintage Kartell Ghost Buster Lucite Cabinet/Bookcase by Phillippe Starck
By Kartell
Located in East Freetown, MA
Vintage lucite/acrylic Kartell small shelving cabinet/bookcase. Sturdy item with curved front
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Acrylic
Unique Midcentury Freestanding Brass Étagère
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An elegant Hollywood Regency style design with a mirrored back, brass frame, and four large glass shelves. This beautiful vintage modern bookcase makes the perfect eye-catching addit...
Category
1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Danish Rosewood Bookcase with LP Rack made by Hundevad & Co, 1960s
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Bookcase with LP/magazine rack
Danish bookcase in beautiful rosewood veneer with LP/Magazine rack made by Hundevad & Co.
The horizontal shelves can be adjusted in height. Overall th...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Bookcase
Located in London, England
Danish six shelved adjustable bookcase in rosewood veneer. Fantastic quality and great condition. Stamped on the back.
Circa 1960.
H 182cm x W 100cm x D 28cm
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood, Plywood
Rosewood Wall Bookshelf by Celina Decorações, Brazilian Mid-Century, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
This charming bookshelf, manufactured by Celina Decorações in the 1960s, is composed of a solid wood structure with Rosewood veneers. The piece is co...
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1960s Brazilian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Blond Walnut Bookcase
Located in Pasadena, CA
This Mid-century blond walnut bookcase features three adjustable shelves for flexible storage or display. Its minimalist design highlights the natural warmth and grain of walnut.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stain Wood by Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Franco Albini Modular Bookcase Infinito, Black Stain Wood by Cassina
Designed between 1956 and 1957 by Franco Albini and Franc...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Unique Czech Mid-Century Bookcase, 1950s, Well Preserved Condition, Walnut
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Czech mid-century bookcase
Material: Walnut and glass
Original very well preserved condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Wood, Ash
Mid-Century Modern Italian Gilt Aluminum and Smoked Glass Shelves Étagère, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian gilt aluminum étagère or bookcase with smoked glass shelves.
The central part of the bookcase is equipped with a compartment accessible by a smoked glass ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Cemtury Stained Bamboo Corner Etagere / Bookcase
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid-Cemtury Stained hand crafted Bamboo Corner Etagere / Bookcase
Measure 29.75" in width, 19.75" in depth 20" in height. Lower tier clearance ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Bamboo
Pair of DIA Chrome and Glass Étagères
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful together, banking a fireplace, and entry or use as a room divider. A pair of high style chrome and glass étagère by DIA.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Brazilian Rosewood Slender Edged Bookcase from Royal Danish Embassy
By Grete Jalk
Located in Kensington, MD
From the Royal Danish Embassy in Washington, DC we are pleased to offer this lovely bookcase by Grete Jalk. Incredible figuring in the rosewood grain. Can...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Claude Vassal French 50s Book shelf Cabinet
Located in Westport, CT
Claude Vassal Rare and Unusual 1950's Tall Multiple Colored Glass panel Cabinet Book shelf Unit
77'' tall 49.50 wide 15'' deep bottom and 10'' deep top
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Wood
Impressive Mid-Century Modern Paul Evans Chrome Étagère
By Paul Evans
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning vintage modern signed Paul Evans patchwork bookcase with three thick smoked glass inserts as shelves. The functional and sleek design offers plenty of room to store and di...
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1960s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Design Institute of America Chrome and Glass Étagère
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful shelf unit/étagère by Design Institute America (DIA). Timeless design style.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Chrome
Glass Cabinet by George Nelson for Herman Miller
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A solid walnut open cabinet or vitrine with three adjustable glass shelves and a solid glass paneled back.
Category
1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Walnut
DANISH Mid Century Modern ROSEWOOD BOOKCASE / Vinyl Storage, c. 1960’s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Bookcase / Vinyl Storage, c. 1960’s. Loads of storage for all your books and collectables or vinyl collection across the two lower areas once the ...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
DANISH Mid Century Modern ROSEWOOD BOOKCASE / Vinyl Storage, c. 1960’s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Rosewood Bookcase / Vinyl Storage, c. 1960’s. Loads of storage for all your books and collectables or vinyl collection across the four adjustable shelving ...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Set of 3 Modular White Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Set of 3 Modular White Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries,1960s
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Mid-century Modern bookcases for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern bookcases for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage bookcases created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern bookcases made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original bookcases, popular names associated with this style include Børge Mogensen, Paul McCobb, Cassina, and Franco Albini. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for bookcases differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $64 and tops out at $136,000 while the average work can sell for $3,257.