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MODERN STYLE

The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”

Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.

Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chaircrafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.

It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.

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Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Cobre
Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Cobre

Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Cobre

Located in Barcelona, ES

La Estantería Ondeen, en su edición limitada en acabado cobre, lleva el diseño estructural a una nueva dimensión. Su estructura de acero de alta calidad y sus ligeros estantes de a...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Bookcases

Materials

Stainless Steel

Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Dorada
Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Dorada

Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Dorada

Located in Barcelona, ES

La Estantería Ondeen, en su edición limitada en acabado dorado, lleva el diseño estructural a una nueva dimensión. Su estructura de acero de alta calidad y sus ligeros estantes de ...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Bookcases

Materials

Stainless Steel

Casey Lurie Studio Modern "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut & Brass with Cabinet
Casey Lurie Studio Modern "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut & Brass with Cabinet

Casey Lurie Studio Modern "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut & Brass with Cabinet

By Casey Lurie

Located in Chicago, IL

“Shelving can be the most mundane thing you own, or it can be the beautiful bones of a room as pleasing to see as anything it displays. Casey Lurie’s Primo system would be the latter...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel

Vintage 4 Modules Olinto Bookshelf by Kazuhide Takahama, 1970s
Vintage 4 Modules Olinto Bookshelf by Kazuhide Takahama, 1970s

Vintage 4 Modules Olinto Bookshelf by Kazuhide Takahama, 1970s

By Kazuhide Takahama

Located in Roma, IT

Vintage 4 Modules 'Olinto" Bookshelf by Kazuhide Takahama for B&B Italia, Italy 1970s. Lacquered Wood in "China Red", Metal and Glass. 2 Modules with with Glass Doors. Each pa...

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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Room Divider Shelving "30/30 L" in Oak by Casey Lurie Studio
Contemporary Room Divider Shelving "30/30 L" in Oak by Casey Lurie Studio

Contemporary Room Divider Shelving "30/30 L" in Oak by Casey Lurie Studio

By Casey Lurie

Located in Chicago, IL

Part room divider, part bookcase, part screen, the "30/30" series is an extremely versatile shelving system. Named for the degrees of the alternately angled dividers which give the p...

Category

2010s North American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Casey Lurie Studio Modern High "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut with Brass
Casey Lurie Studio Modern High "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut with Brass

Casey Lurie Studio Modern High "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut with Brass

By Casey Lurie

Located in Chicago, IL

“Shelving can be the most mundane thing you own, or it can be the beautiful bones of a room as pleasing to see as anything it displays. Casey Lurie’s Primo system would be the latter.” William L. Hamilton, The wall street journal The Primo shelving system is composed of notched solid wood planks...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel, Metal

The Mono-Leg Architectural Bookshelf in Brazilian hardwood
The Mono-Leg Architectural Bookshelf in Brazilian hardwood

The Mono-Leg Architectural Bookshelf in Brazilian hardwood

By Amilcar Oliveira

Located in São Paulo, SP

The Mono-Pé Bookshelf is a natural evolution of the Mono-Pé console, a signature design by Brazilian studio am.o atelier. Based on the same structural principle — a single central ax...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Contemporary Shelving Room Divider "30/30 L" in Walnut by Casey Lurie Studio
Contemporary Shelving Room Divider "30/30 L" in Walnut by Casey Lurie Studio

Contemporary Shelving Room Divider "30/30 L" in Walnut by Casey Lurie Studio

By Casey Lurie

Located in Chicago, IL

Part room divider, part bookcase, part screen, the "30/30" series is an extremely versatile shelving system. Named for the degrees of the alternately angled dividers which give the ...

Category

2010s North American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Carlton Wood Miniature Bookcase by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano Collection
Carlton Wood Miniature Bookcase by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano Collection

Carlton Wood Miniature Bookcase by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano Collection

By Memphis Milano, Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Group

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

Here you are shown an authentic and perfect reproduction of the Carlton bookcase, originally designed in 1981 by Ettore Sottsass. The vivid colors and...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Plastic

Pair of Ralph Lauren Italian Oak Cushing Etagere Bookcases
Pair of Ralph Lauren Italian Oak Cushing Etagere Bookcases

Pair of Ralph Lauren Italian Oak Cushing Etagere Bookcases

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Architectural modern minimalist pair of Italian etagere bookcases or display shelves designed by Ralph Lauren. Individually bench made in Italy and finished in the U.S. by Theodore A...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Pontile Bookcase, in canaletto walnut, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum
Pontile Bookcase, in canaletto walnut, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum

Pontile Bookcase, in canaletto walnut, by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum

By Mauro Accardi & Silvia Buccheri

Located in Meolo, Venezia

Bookcase made of a series of solid wood poles with circular section, veneered shelves with solid wood edging, all made of Canaletto walnut finished with transparent paint. The head of the poles is coated with a blue protective paint. The system is completed by two storage compartments that feature sliding doors with integrated handle. The library is shipped semi assembled. Design by Accardi Buccheri for Medulum Libreria costituita da pali continui a sezione circolare in legno massello. Ripiani impiallacciati con bordatura in massello. Il tutto realizzato in noce Canaletto finito con vernice trasparente. La testa...

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2010s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Killer 1970's UMBO Shelves by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional
Killer 1970's UMBO Shelves by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional

Killer 1970's UMBO Shelves by Kay Leroy Ruggles for Directional

By Kay Leroy Ruggles

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Killer UMBO bookshelf by Kay Leroy Ruggles made by Directional. Fully modular, and can always be added to and reconfigured with additional pieces. Fading and oxidation consistent w...

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20th Century American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Plastic

Gustav Stickley Large Oak Bookcase with Glass Doors, c. 1910
Gustav Stickley Large Oak Bookcase with Glass Doors, c. 1910

Gustav Stickley Large Oak Bookcase with Glass Doors, c. 1910

By Gustav Stickley

Located in San Francisco, CA

American Arts and Crafts bookcase by Gustav Stickley featuring clean lines and functional design. The two glass doors open to reveal four interior shelves. Retains original red “Als...

Category

1910s American Vintage Modern Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Monumental Pine Bookcase Sectional Wall Library 15 ft.
Monumental Pine Bookcase Sectional Wall Library 15 ft.

Monumental Pine Bookcase Sectional Wall Library 15 ft.

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Bespoke bookcase cabinet library consisting of several sections crafted on monumental scale from pine. The entire unit as shown measures over 15 feet wide and has 6 shelving units ea...

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20th Century American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Open Bookshelf by Anonima Castelli, Walnut Wood, Italian Design, 1940s
Open Bookshelf by Anonima Castelli, Walnut Wood, Italian Design, 1940s

Open Bookshelf by Anonima Castelli, Walnut Wood, Italian Design, 1940s

By Anonima Castelli

Located in Roma, IT

Elegant open bookshelf produced by Anonima Castelli, Bologna, circa late 1930s–early 1940s. A fine example of Italian rationalist–era furniture, the piece combines functionality and ...

Category

1950s Italian Vintage Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Teak Sliding Door Bookcase by Henry Walter Klein, 1960s
Teak Sliding Door Bookcase by Henry Walter Klein, 1960s

Teak Sliding Door Bookcase by Henry Walter Klein, 1960s

By Henry Walter Klein

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

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Nude by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba
Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Nude by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Nude by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

By Kartell, Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Multi-shaped and multi-purpose shelving system, stackable and modular, offering the possibility of creating a variety of geometric and chromatic compositions. This accessory can play the dual role as both container and room divider. IT IS a go...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Resin

QUANTUM Large Bookshelf, by Piero Lissoni for Glas Italia
QUANTUM Large Bookshelf, by Piero Lissoni for Glas Italia

QUANTUM Large Bookshelf, by Piero Lissoni for Glas Italia

By Piero Lissoni, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Bookcases made of boxes of different sizes in transparent 10 mm extralight tempered glass, glued at 45° and deliberately overlapped in a misaligned and irregular way. Available with ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Tangerine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba
Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Tangerine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Tangerine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Multi-shaped and multi-purpose shelving system, stackable and modular, offering the possibility of creating a variety of geometric and chromatic compositions. This accessory can play the Dual role as both container and room divider. IT IS a go...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Resin

Modern Walnut Nightstand
Modern Walnut Nightstand

Modern Walnut Nightstand

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

This Modern walnut nightstand is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each piece is hand-made with solid walnut and finished w...

Category

2010s American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Derk Jan de Vries for Maisa di Seveso, Natural Green Modular Cabinet-Bookcase.
Derk Jan de Vries for Maisa di Seveso, Natural Green Modular Cabinet-Bookcase.

Derk Jan de Vries for Maisa di Seveso, Natural Green Modular Cabinet-Bookcase.

By Maisa

Located in Almelo, NL

Derk Jan de Vries for Maisa di Seveso, Natural Green Modular Cabinet-Bookcase, Milan, Italy, 1970s The Dutch designer Derk Jan de Vries in the 1970s designed this unique modular cab...

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Ash

Fabio Novembre Driade "Venus" Bookcase in Natural Oak, Designed
Fabio Novembre Driade "Venus" Bookcase in Natural Oak, Designed

Fabio Novembre Driade "Venus" Bookcase in Natural Oak, Designed

By Driade, Fabio Novembre

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The "Venus" bookcase designed by Fabio Novembre and manufactured by Driade. The structure is made of oak veneer while the statue consists of marble powder mixed with resin. Novembre draws his inspiration from the wooden crates used...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Marble

Shigeto Box bookcase by Vico Magistretti for De Padova
Shigeto Box bookcase by Vico Magistretti for De Padova

Shigeto Box bookcase by Vico Magistretti for De Padova

By Vico Magistretti, DePadova 1

Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna

In De Padova's philosophy, which also meets Magistretti's approach, furniture must adapt to different contexts, so the Shigeto Box version, in the form of a bookcase, is the solution...

Category

1990s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Suvretta Plastic Bookcase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano Collection
Suvretta Plastic Bookcase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano Collection

Suvretta Plastic Bookcase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano Collection

By Ettore Sottsass, Memphis Milano, Memphis Group

Located in La Morra, Cuneo

The Suvretta bookcase in plastic laminate was originally designed in 1981, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano. Ettore Sottsass was born in Innsbruck in 1917. In 1939 he graduated...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Plastic

Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Plata
Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Plata

Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Plata

Located in Barcelona, ES

La Estantería Ondeen, en su edición limitada en acabado plateado, lleva el diseño estructural a una nueva dimensión. Su estructura de acero de alta calidad y sus ligeros estantes d...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Bookcases

Materials

Stainless Steel

Blue and Green Translucent Hand Dyed Acrylic Tone Shelf by Sohyun Yun
Blue and Green Translucent Hand Dyed Acrylic Tone Shelf by Sohyun Yun

Blue and Green Translucent Hand Dyed Acrylic Tone Shelf by Sohyun Yun

By YSH Studio

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The tone shelf is inspired by the traditional colors of Korea, especially "Hanbok," which is a traditional Korean dress for formal occasions. Here, those traditional colors are made into art furniture with a modern sensibility, in Korean jade and sky blue. The tone of the blue gives an elegant and dreamy vibe. As artisans dye each piece of acrylic by hand, the tone in this piece is completely different from that of a mass-produced product, and as such, has its own value as a limited artwork. Wide spaces between the shelves can fit large...

Category

2010s Korean Modern Bookcases

Materials

Acrylic

Kartell Bookworm in White
Kartell Bookworm in White

Kartell Bookworm in White

By Ron Arad, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Bookworm, the flexible bookcase, is the result of the encounter between the creativity of an artist such as Ron Arad, combined with Kartell's technology, giving life to a revolutionary project produced on an industrial scale...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Plastic

Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Art Small Bookcase
Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Art Small Bookcase

Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Art Small Bookcase

By Bruno Rainaldi, Opinion Ciatti

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Ptolomeo Art is the last born in the Ptolomeo family and the extra large version of the famous bookcase, indeed thanks to its generous size can contain magazines, large format books,...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Modern Bookcase in Teak by Lawrence Peabody
Modern Bookcase in Teak by Lawrence Peabody

Modern Bookcase in Teak by Lawrence Peabody

By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates

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...

Category

2010s American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Black Turtle Bookcase, Designed by Marcantonio, Made in Italy
Black Turtle Bookcase, Designed by Marcantonio, Made in Italy

Black Turtle Bookcase, Designed by Marcantonio, Made in Italy

By MARCANTONIO

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2.2) In Stock in Los Angeles A multipurpose turtle: its carapace acts as a support for a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Italian modern modular white bookcase Congresso by Lips Vago, 1970s
Italian modern modular white bookcase Congresso by Lips Vago, 1970s

Italian modern modular white bookcase Congresso by Lips Vago, 1970s

By Lips Vago

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern modular white bookcase Congresso by Lips Vago, 1970s Modular bookcase model Congresso made entirely of white painted metal. The structure is composed of three modules,...

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1970s Italian Vintage Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

White Turtle Bookcase, by Marcantonio, Made in Italy
White Turtle Bookcase, by Marcantonio, Made in Italy

White Turtle Bookcase, by Marcantonio, Made in Italy

By MARCANTONIO

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2.2) A multipurpose turtle: its carapace acts as a support for a series of accessories. Onc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mogens Koch Mahogany Cabinet and Bookcase for Rud. Rasmussen
Mogens Koch Mahogany Cabinet and Bookcase for Rud. Rasmussen

Mogens Koch Mahogany Cabinet and Bookcase for Rud. Rasmussen

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Kastrup, DK

Mogens Koch, 1898-1992 Cabinet with matching bookcase and plinth, crafted in solid mahogany by Rud. Rasmussen, Denmark, 2008 (maker’s label present). A beautifully proportioned and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Bookcase, shelves with wooden legs and MDF shelves
Bookcase, shelves with wooden legs and MDF shelves

Bookcase, shelves with wooden legs and MDF shelves

By Debonademeo

Located in Meolo, Venezia

Lido collection bookcase. 4 oval and rectangular shelves made of scratch-resistant lacquered MDF 19mm (0.07inch) thick, solid walnut wood legs. Measurements H143xW150xD40cm. Availabl...

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2010s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase Domino Mobler
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase Domino Mobler

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase Domino Mobler

Located in Toledo, OH

Mid-Century Modern Danish teak bookcase. Original finish by Domino Mobler. Very nice condition, but does have a chip on the back upper corner, please look at the photos. Measures: 31...

Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Room Divider Shelving "30/30 S" in Oak by Casey Lurie Studio
Contemporary Room Divider Shelving "30/30 S" in Oak by Casey Lurie Studio

Contemporary Room Divider Shelving "30/30 S" in Oak by Casey Lurie Studio

By Casey Lurie

Located in Chicago, IL

Part room divider, part bookcase, part screen, the "30/30" series is an extremely versatile shelving system. Named for the degrees of the alternately angled dividers which give the p...

Category

2010s North American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Gritti Bookcase by Andrea Branzi for Memphis, Italy, 1981
Gritti Bookcase by Andrea Branzi for Memphis, Italy, 1981

Gritti Bookcase by Andrea Branzi for Memphis, Italy, 1981

By Memphis Milano, Andrea Branzi

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Gritti bookcase by Andrea Branzi for Memphis. Bookcase made of wood covered with decorative laminate and natural wood essence, decorative metal elements and glass tops. A perfect exa...

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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Glass and Walnut Wood Horizontal Wall Cabinet
Glass and Walnut Wood Horizontal Wall Cabinet

Glass and Walnut Wood Horizontal Wall Cabinet

By Rimadesio, Giuseppe Bavuso

Located in Boston, MA

The Alambra suspended display case designed by Giuseppe Bavuso is equipped with an exclusive invisible mechanism for the opening of the flap door, specifically designed for this refi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Modern Walnut Bookcase by Lawrence Peabody
Modern Walnut Bookcase by Lawrence Peabody

Modern Walnut Bookcase by Lawrence Peabody

By Craft Associates, Lawrence Peabody

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Designer: Lawrence Peabody Manufacturer: Craft Associates Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Black walnut, Claro walnut veneer This Lawrence Peabody modern boo...

Category

2010s American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

California Modern Cerused Oak Modular Bookcase Room Divider by Lou Hodges, 1970s
California Modern Cerused Oak Modular Bookcase Room Divider by Lou Hodges, 1970s

California Modern Cerused Oak Modular Bookcase Room Divider by Lou Hodges, 1970s

By Lou Hodges

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 157.5 inch wide pink cerused oak modular wall bookcase, which is finished on the back so can also be used as a floating room divider, is by Lou Hodges and was designed and produ...

Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Marine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba
Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Marine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Marine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba

By Kartell, Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Multi-shaped and multi-purpose shelving system, stackable and modular, offering the possibility of creating a variety of geometric and chromatic compositions. This accessory can play the dual role as both container and room divider. IT IS a go...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Resin

Suvretta Bookcase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano
Suvretta Bookcase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano

Suvretta Bookcase, by Ettore Sottsass for Memphis Milano

By Ettore Sottsass

Located in Radomsko, Województwo łódzkie

“Suvretta” is a Romansh word (language spoken in Engadine) that means: “above the small forest”. Like rows of overlapping trees, the books placed on the green shelves of Suvretta tak...

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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Bookcases

Materials

Laminate, Wood, Plywood, Scrap Wood

Mirrored Pair Contemporary Shelving "Paso" in Walnut by Casey Lurie
Mirrored Pair Contemporary Shelving "Paso" in Walnut by Casey Lurie

Mirrored Pair Contemporary Shelving "Paso" in Walnut by Casey Lurie

By Casey Lurie

Located in Chicago, IL

Paso shelving was designed to embody simplicity and harmony through the use of rhythmical geometries and warm natural materials. Alternating ladder-like shelves create discrete secti...

Category

2010s North American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Modern Lage Bookcase, Black, Brass Walnut, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
Modern Lage Bookcase, Black, Brass Walnut, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

Modern Lage Bookcase, Black, Brass Walnut, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Modern Lage Bookcase, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Lage bookcase was designed to be the focal point of any office or living space. It...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel, Metal, Brass

Contemporary Oak and Brass Shelving Unit with Architectural Form
Contemporary Oak and Brass Shelving Unit with Architectural Form

Contemporary Oak and Brass Shelving Unit with Architectural Form

By Renats Kotlevs

Located in Riga, LV

Crafted with utmost attention to detail, this shelving unit is a unique piece of functional decor. A magnificent addition to a modern home, where it will be eye-catching and function...

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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Modern bookcases for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique 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, more furniture and collectibles, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern bookcases made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Denmark pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original bookcases, popular names associated with this style include DeCastelli, Kartell, Souda, and Danese Milano. 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 $120 and tops out at $96,530 while the average work can sell for $3,910.