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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

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

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 legendary 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.

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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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Oak bookcase by Borge Mogensen, design 1950 - 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
Bookcase consisting of a small module, in oak with mid-century modern Scandinavian design, designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1950s and produced by FDB Møbler in the 1960s. The beauti...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Midcentury glazed bookcase by František Mezulánik for UP Závody, 1960s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century Czechoslovak Library cabinet, designed by František Mezulánik and produced by ÚP Závody in the 1960´s. Material: mahogany, ash wood, plywood, glass. The cabinet is in ver...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Ash, Mahogany, Plywood

Vintage Danish Wall Mounted Oak Shelving System, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Wall Mounted Oak Shelving System, 1960s. Floating Scandinavian Modern 1 bay wall unit in oak with three shelves. Each shelf is mounted with patinated brass brackets. I...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Vintage Bookcase, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Singular and unique chest of drawers with bookcase shelf. Shaped sides with typical 1950s style. Maple wood. Drawers and shelf with extensive foliage decoration. Sliding door in the ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Maple, Paint

PAIR OF LARGE MID CENTURY MODERN POUL HUNDEVAD 1960's DANISH TEAK OPEN BOOKCASES
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for this stunning pair of original, fully stamped Poul Hundevad mid century modern Danish Teak circa 1960 open librar...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Set of three Congresso Bookcase by Lips Vago black
Located in Milano, IT
The trio of black Congress bookshelves by Lips Vago from the 1960s exudes an aura of timeless sophistication and functional elegance. These bookshelves, crafted from sleek black-pain...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal, Steel

Oak bookcase by Borge Mogensen, design 1950 - 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
Bookcase consisting of two modules, in oak with mid-century modern Scandinavian design, designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1950s and produced by FDB Møbler in the 1960s. The beautiful...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Birch cabinet model BB04 by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, The Netherlands 1952
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Birch book case model BB04 designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe in 1952. The valve can also be used as a desk. The surface and one side of the cabinet have been sand and polished. So...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Birch

Large Mid Century Modern TEAK Danish BOOKCASE / BAR, c. 1960’s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Teak Bookcase / Bar, Made in Denmark, c. 1960’s. This beauty offer loads of storage for all your books and collectables or use it as an amazing liquor or china ca...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Rare Pair of George Nelson Storage Units for Omni
Located in Chicago, IL
Rare Pair of George Nelson Storage Units for Omni, One case features Four drawers in walnut and sliding door storage, and the other unit is mostly open for Display. They are finished...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal

1950s bookcase
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
1950s bookcase with black painted iron uprights and brass feet. The bookcase consists of 6 adjustable-height wooden shelves 25 cm deep. Fully restored.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Brass, Iron

Walter Wirz Large Teak Wall Shelf - Wilhelm Renz 1960
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Walter Wirz Large Teak Wall Shelf - Wilhelm Renz 1960 Discover the timeless elegance of the Walter Wirz large wall shelf, an authentic piece of design history crafted by Wilhelm Re...
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1960s German Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Teak Bookcase by Henry Rosengren Hansen for Skovby Denmark
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A well crafted teak wood bookcase with two adjustable matching shelves having the perfect size and proportions for book storage . Designed by Henry Rosengren Hansen imported by Dylun...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Mid-century 3 bay lighted display cabinet / wall unit with desk
Located in Chicago, IL
32” x 18.5” x 77”H ea Three-bay lighted wall unit in oak •smoked glass doors with brass hinges and pulls •9 total drawers •one open storage compartment with adjustable shelf • drop...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sliding Glass Door Bookcase Cabinet Robert Heritage
Located in Leicester, GB
A beautiful long slim glazed bookcase from the 1960s. This Mid-century modern cabinet was designed by Robert Heritage as part of the Multi-Width series for Beaver and Tapley. Beaver ...
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1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Hardwood

Italian mid-century Yellow metal modular bookcase Congresso by Lips Vago, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Yellow metal modular bookcase Congresso by Lips Vago, 1960s Modular self-supporting bookcase mod. Congresso with structure entirely in bright yellow metal...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal

Midcentury glazed bookcase by František Mezulánik for UP Závody, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century Czechoslovak Library cabinet, designed by František Mezulánik and produced by ÚP Závody in the 1960´s. Material: beech wood, ash wood, plywood, glass. The cabinet is in ...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Wood, Ash, Beech, Plywood

Spanish Rattan Tall Storage Cabinet or Bookcase, 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Rattan Storage Tall Cabinet or Bookcase / Bookshelf, Spain, 1960s This rattan cabinet features a rattan structure with woven wicker details. Round top and Four Levels: t...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker

Mid Century Italian Modern Teak Wall Unit
Located in Tulsa, OK
**Please Read Entire Description** Please view all listing pictures on a laptop if possible. Some cell phones don’t display all listing pictures and some could be pictures relati...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Mid century wall shelf bookcase by František Jirák for Tatra nábytok, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century Vintage bookcase from the 1960´s. It was designed by František Jirák for Tatra nábytok in the former Czechoslovakia. Features a simple design, a glazed section with a sto...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Wood, Beech

Restored Heywood Wakefield Wheat Finish M326 Cabinet Bookcase
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This listing is for ONE cabinet. There are TWO cabinets available. Contact us if you want to buy two. We can give you a custom combined price and shipping quote. Versatility abounds with this Heywood Wakefield M326 bookcase cabinet. Coffee bar, book case, or entryway console are just a few ideas. As a dry bar, the adjustable / removable shelf will allow you to keep that whiskey collection cozy. Buy both cabinets and flank your bed for the ultimate nightstand experience. These shallow (11″ deep) gems will fit practically anywhere. 36” Wide x 11” Deep x 32.75” High Collectors know that it is difficult to find original Heywood in good condition. The fair color wood typically shows all the flaws of half century of use. You’ll be delighted to know that this pair of cabinets has been mostly restored. The Heywood finishes are among the most challenging to replicate. We are pleased to say that we have achieved a a near perfect muted grain and color match to the the original Heywood Wakefield wheat...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Maple

DANISH Mid Century Modern TEAK BOOKCASE / Vinyl Storage, c. 1960’s
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Bookcase / Liquor Bar Cabinet, c. 1960’s. Loads of storage for all your books and collectables or vinyl collection across the top. Plenty of storage...
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Rosewood Bookcase with LP rack made by Brouer Mobelfabrik, 1960s
Located in Elshout, NL
Bookcase with LP/magazine rack Danish rare bookcase in beautiful rosewood veneer with LP/Magazine rack. Designed by E. Brouer and made by the Brouer Mobelfabrik. The horizontal she...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rosewood

Mid Century Modern Brazilian Rosewood Bookcase by Poul Hundevad, c1960s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step back in time with this exquisite vintage mid-century modern bookcase by Poul Hundevad, dating back to the 1960s, a true testament to timeless Scandinavian design. Crafted with a...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rosewood

Mogens Koch Cabinets Set of Six for Rud Rasmussens Snedkerier, Denmark 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Mogens Koch Cabinets set of Six for Rud Rasmussens Snedkerier, Denmark, 1960.This set consists of three bookcases, each uniquely designed. One cabinet features two doors concealing f...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Elm

Mid-20th Century English Tiger Oak Table Top Book Trough Rack Stand
Located in Pearland, TX
A fine vintage Mid-Century English tiger oak book trough / book rack / book stand, circa 1950. This stylish table top book stand is well made with a lovely figured grain, a sleek des...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

Newly Refinished - Pair of Danish Modern Teak Mini Adjustable Bookshelves
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

MIM Romei bookcase by Ico Parisi 1960s
Located in bari, IT
Mim bookcase designed by Ico Parisi , Rome ca. 1960, made of rosewood, restored and consisting of three modules. MIM, Mobili Italiani Moderni, is an Italian furniture company that m...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal, Brass

Vintage Modern Rustic Solid Pine Bookshelf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
From the log cabin to ski chalet, this vintage pine bookshelf is sure to add a rustic, yet modern feel to any room. Featuring full solid-wood construction, this lightweight but sturd...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood, Hardwood, Pine

Mid Century Danish Modern Tall Teak bookcase with lower credenza
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid Century Danish Modern Tall Teak bookcase with lower credenza By Designer Johannes Sorth. This tall bookcase has 4 back shelves and 1 Adjustable ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Pierre Chapo, Library B17b, France 1960
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Old edition of the B17b library in French Elm by Pierre Chapo, France 60'. Presented at the Salon des Arts Ménagers in 1967, this bookcase breaks the rules by placing the supports ab...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Elm

Bookcase Made In Rosewood Made By Hundevad Furniture From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This bookcase in rosewood is a magnificent example of Danish furniture design. Created by Hundevad, a renowned manufacturer with a history of quality and craftsmanship, this bookcase...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Modular Bookcase
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Mid-Century Modern modular bookcase in wood with metal main structure. Designed and mady in Italy during the 1960s, this anonymous modular bookcase is a beautiful piece to b...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal

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

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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

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Rosewood

André Sornay bookcase
Located in LYON, FR
Vintage bookcase from the 60's by designer and publisher André Sornay, famous Lyon cabinetmaker and master of art deco furniture. Stamped with the Sornay sticker. Electric blue panel...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Beech, Lacquer

Bookcase Made In Rosewood Made By Hundevad Furniture From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This bookcase in rosewood from Hundevad is an impressive example of Danish furniture design from the 1960s. Hundevad, a renowned furniture manufacturer known for their high quality a...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Hairpin Bookcase
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut Hairpin Bookcase. Featuring a straight line design, two doors that open up to storage space, wooden pulls, hairpins legs, and a beauti...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal

Robert Heritage Secretary / Bookcase In Tola
By Robert Heritage, Fyne Ladye
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: England Designer: Robert Heritage Manufacturer: Fyn Layde Furniture Era: 1966 Materials: Tola Measurements: 36.25" wide x 16.75" deep x 72" tall, Desk: 34.5" wide x 15" deep ...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Midcentury Paul McCobb Single Bookcase #1516 Walnut Finish Iron Base Clean
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage midcentury Paul McCobb single bookcase #1516 solid maple with original walnut finish on an Iron base. Beautiful bookcase by Paul McCobb circa 1950s Planner Group, single cent...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Iron

Mid-Century Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Warm up any space with the mesmerizing glow of rich rosewood grain! This truly stunning Scandinavian Modern bookcase features four matching, adjustable shelves and a compact footprin...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood, Hardwood, Rosewood

Mogens Koch Bookcases, Set of Ten
Located in Chicago, IL
Mogens Koch Bookcases, Set of Ten for Maker, Rud. Rasmussens Snedkerier Denmark, c. 1960 lacquered elmwood Overall as shown: 150 h × 60 w × 11 d in Each unit: 30 h × 30 w × 11 d in P...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Elm

1980s Three Piece Lighted Rosewood Veneer Wall Unit the Style of Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Really beautiful and interesting wall unit using rosewood veneer strips in the manner of celebrated Brazilian furniture designer Jorge Zalszupin. The shelves are also rosewood veneer...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rosewood

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase
Located in Tulsa, OK
**Please Read Entire Description** Please view all listing pictures on a laptop if possible. Some cell phones don’t display all listing pictures and some could be pictures relating to condition. Please read all the way down through this entire description box to view the entire description of the item. Please keep in mind that these are 40-75 year old items and will have some expected normal wear. We strive to represent our items well, and most of these items are in above average vintage condition. Noticeable flaws will be represented in the listing pictures and the text but we cannot describe or picture every small scratch, ding, or area of slight wear. Once delivered, furniture CANNOT be refused, returned, or refunded unless damage has occurred in the shipping process. Our shipper takes care to wrap each item and pack it safely therefore we have rarely had any issues with damage in transit. All items must be picked up within 3 weeks of order if buyer secures his own shipper. Shipping usually requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for large furniture items. Some smaller items are available to be shipped internationally through USPS/UPS. * * * Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Teak

"Centro" revolving bookcase, by Claudio Salocchi, Ed. Sormani, Italy, circa 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Modular pivoting central bookcase, elements in off-white lacquered wood, central upright in black lacquered metal. Bibliography: Il Soggiorno, coll. Lo dice l’Architetto, Ed. Görlich, Milan, ill. p. 27 G. Gramigna, « Repertorio Del Design Italiano 1950-2000, Per l’Arredamento Domestico, Vol. 1 » Ed. Umberto Allemandi & C, Turin, 2003, model reproduced on p. 82 Biography Claudio Salocchi (March 22, 1934 – December 7, 2012) was an Italian designer and architect. Born in Milan in 1934, he graduated in architecture from the Politecnico di Milano. He taught Building Distribution at Milan’s Politecnico di Milano and Architectural Composition at Rome’s Valle Giulia La Sapienza Faculty. In 1965, he opened his own design studio, and two years later began a long collaboration with Sormani, with whom he exhibited at the Salone Internazionale del Mobile that same year. That year, Salocchi presented the Ellisse collection for Sormani, which became the first company to experiment with extruded aluminum. In 1973, he founded the « Doorty Research Center » with his friends and colleagues Ugo Carrega and Vincenzo Ferrari, with whom he exhibited in 1968 and 1973 at the 14th and 15th Milan Triennales, presenting the film Healthy Objects, Sick objects. In 1979, he won the Compasso d’Oro award for Metrosistema kitchen equipment for homes, produced by Alberti Cucine, also receiving two mentions for two other projects. In 1987, he was again mentioned in the XIV edition of the award. A member of the Association pour les dessins et modèles industriels since 1967, he was vice-president from 1988 to 1990. 4] He has been curator and jury member of various design awards, including the prestigious Red Dot Design Awards in 2004 and 2006. To know more, please click on this Wikipedia link Story Italian furniture pioneer Sormani was founded in 1961 in Arosio by designer Luigi Sormani (1932-2017). The company was an early advocate of modernized production techniques – rejecting the slow, traditional craft techniques and hardwoods so commonly used in the 1950s, in favor of new materials such as Rio rosewood (first imported by Sormani), lacquered wood, then plastic and aluminum in the 1960s and 1970s. Sormani presented its first collection at the Milan Furniture Fair in 1961. This collection, known as Fleeting by Studio ABC, was one of the first modular cabinet systems. In 1966, Sormani began producing thermoformed objects, such as armchair shells, accessories and accent pieces, using molds (a technology derived from the automotive industry which, at the time, was only used for electric household appliances). The Nike and Auriga armchairs by Richard Neagle are prime examples. In the same year, Sormani was the first to experiment with extruded aluminum, with Claudio Salocchi’s Ellisse Collection (1967). During this period, Sormani also established and expanded into the American and Japanese markets, where success was immediate. In 1968, he began a collaboration with architect-designer Gio Ponti, which resulted in a range of colorful storage units. In the early 1970s, Sormani continued to research and analyze the various possibilities offered by new materials. With the creation of an engineering division in the early 1980s, he carried out a number of turnkey projects, operating at all levels of engineering and residential and contract architecture, including the complete restoration and interior decoration of hotels, offices, banks, government buildings, universities, etc. Over the years, Sormani has collaborated with many important Italian designers, including Joe Colombo, Gio Ponti, Carlo De Carli, Claudio Salocchi, Cesare Casati, Emanuele Ponzio, Nani Prina, Antonello Mosca, Fabrizio Cocchia, Gianni Songia, De Pas, D’Urbino, & Lomazzi, Studio A.R.D.I.T.I., Studio ABC (Achilli...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal

1960s hanging bookcase made of beech wood
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Small hanging bookcase from the 1960s made of beech wood and metal inserts. The three shelves are height adjustable. Good vintage condition.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Beech

Mid-Century Brass Etagere by DIA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern bookcase with sliding base. Brass frame and glass shelving. (Please confirm item location - NY or NJ - with dealer).  
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1960s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass

Mid-20th Century Solid Mahogany Encyclopedia Low Bookcase, Circa 1960s
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid-20th Century Solid Mahogany Encyclopedia low Bookcase, Circa 1960s. Measures 32.5" in width, 8" in depth and stands 25.5" in height.
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Mahogany

Newly Refinished - Vintage Danish Modern Walnut Bookshelf Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Walnut

Newly Refinished - Vintage Danish Modern Teak Bookcase Cabinet by Bramin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Vintage Danish Teak Modular Wall Unit 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish teak modular wall unit 1960s Danish Mid-century modern shelving system in teak with golden brackets. Cabinet and ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase with Glass Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Walnut

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

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Brass

Tyco Wall Unit by Manfredo Massironi for Nikol International, 1970s
Located in Lasne, BE
White wooden wall unit by Manfredo Massironi. Wear due to time and the age of the wall unit.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Johannes sorth bookcase / secretary desk in teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Johannes Sorth Manufacturer: Nexo / Bornholms Era: 1960s Materials: Teak Measurements: 39.5″ wide x 17″ deep x 71.75″ tall Condition: In excellent original...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Georges Nelson, CSS Library, 1970
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Unique version of the CCS bookcase by Georges Nelson in white melamine and American oak, published by Mobilier international, 1970. The fronts and shelves have been redone in solid r...
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1960s Central American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Restored Mid-Century Modular Wall Unit from Jitona, 1973
Located in Żory, PL
This mahogany modular wall unit was manufactured by Jitona in the Czech Republic in 1973. It consists of 2 cabinets, 2 display cabinets, 2 shelves and a desk. The design allows for ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Steel, Chrome

Mid-Century Walnut Hutch Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fantastic mid-century walnut two-piece, bookcase storage cabinet / hutch. This amazing vintage bookcase and storage cabinet features an upper open bookcase with three removable shelv...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Walnut

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.

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