Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Scandinavian design and Nordic design originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Iceland and Norway
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Low Midcentury Bookcase, Teak with Colored Drawers by Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Low bookcase in teak with adjustable shelves and colored drawers. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson cabinetmakers. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Great ori...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Vintage Sideboard in Solid Teak and Brass Feet, Scandinavia, 1950s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Vintage sideboard in solid teak and brass feet, Scandinavia, 1950s.
A 1950s solid teak wood sideboard with brass legs and pommels. A delicat...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
$1,804 Sale Price
25% Off
Bruno Mathsson Book Crib in Elm by Firma Karl Mathsson, 1976
Located in Odense, DK
Book crib designed by Bruno Mathsson in 1941. This example made by original manufacturer Firma Karl Mathsson in 1976. Made from solid elm and bent wood beech in the legs. Subtle join...
Category
1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Elm
Bibliothèque étagère italienne modulable vintage en teck et métal des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Bibliothèque étagère vintage style scandinave des années 60, design italien, en teck et métal noir, 2 étagères ouvertes, 1 module / caisson fermé par 2 portes coulissantes, 1 étagère...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Mogens Koch Pair of Cabinets in Oregon Pine for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch pair of cabinets in Oregon pine. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØRREBROGADE/KØBENHAVN'
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
HOMELAND Bookcase 1 Oak
Located in İzmir, İzmir
-The HOMELAND Series is made of oak wood and handcrafted.
-HOMELAND Bookshelf has been designed to meet the needs of home and office users.
-As with every other Ananas product, it ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
$2,900
Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase by Frode Holm for Illums, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase by Frode Holm for Illums, 1950s.
Danish Mid-Century Modern bookcase with cabinets in Rosewood/palisander by Danish architect Frode Holm for Illums Bol...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Scandinavian Modern Teak 4 Part Triple Stacked Secretary Display Cabinet Dry Bar
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak 4-part triple stacked display cabinet, or secretary, or dry bar made in Denmark. Beautiful condition...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
Vintage Danish rosewood Bookcase by Johannes Sorth for Nexø Møbelfabrik, 1968
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Vintage Danish rosewood bookcase by Johannes Sorth for Nexø Møbelfabrik, Bornholm, Denmark
Very versatile tall book case with shelves, cabinet and drawers, also functions as a high s...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Bookcases in Mahogany, Brass and Mirrored Glass by Josef Frank, 1950's
By Josef Frank
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Pair of Bookcases in Mahogany, Brass and Mirrored Glass by Josef Frank, 1950's
Additional Information:
Material: Mahogany, brass and mirrored glass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase with Bar by Erik Brouer
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This cabinet was designed during the 1960s by Erik Brouer for the Danish manufacturer Brouer Møbelfabrik. It is made of rosewood with rich graining. The bookcase has four shelves whose height can be adjusted. Below it has a vertically closed bar cabinet...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
$1,823 Sale Price
20% Off
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Teak for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch three bookcases in teak. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘Rud. Rasmussen/ Snedkerier / København / Denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$6,495 / set
Mogens Koch Four Bookcases in Mahogany for Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch four wall-mounted bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘rud. Rasmussens/snedkerier/kobenhavn/denmark.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Poul Cadovius 4 "Royal System" Columns in Teak, 1970
Located in Paris, FR
Royal System" wall unit by Poul Cadovius, in teak, with seven shelves and four boxes. The set is supported by a hanging system of wooden brackets.
Dimensions of the elements :
- 2 modules with sliding doors: D.40 x H.43 x W.80 cm
- 1 module with flaps and drawers : D.40 x H.43 x W.80 cm
- 1 storage module for vinyl : D.40 x H.43 x W.80 cm
- 6 shelves : D.22 x W.80 cm
- 1 shelf : D.30 x W.80 cm
The "Royal System" : the modular Scandinavian design
These design shelves are fully modular. The elements are attached to the wall moldings...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Vintage oak bookcase
Located in Brescia, IT
Oak wood bookcase with closed compartment and adjustable shelves
This elegant oak bookcase combines a lower section enclosed by doors with an open upper section, offering a versatile...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
$1,706
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'.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Mogens Koch Three Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch three bookcases in mahogany + plinths. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
The reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
$7,470 / set
Urio modular bookcase in teak by Ico & Luisa Parisi for MIM, Rome, 1960s
By Ico Parisi, MIM Roma
Located in modena, Emilia-Romagna
Urio modular bookcase designed in the 1960s by Ico and Luisa Parisi for M.I.M. Rome.
The bookcase consists of four modules that also have the optional back panels that were sold sepa...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Pair of Wall Mount Display Cabinets in Pine by Mogens Koch, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of Vitrines in pine with sliding glass doors. Designed by Maa. Mogens Koch in the 1930,s. Perfect for wall mounting also.
Edited by Rud Rasmussen cabinet makers in the 1960s ....
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Mogens Koch Pair of Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch two wall-mounted bookcases in black stained oak. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
$3,849 / set
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Oregon Pine for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch six bookcases in Oregon pine. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/NØRREBROGADE/KØBENHAVN.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Bruno Mathsson Wall-Mounted Bookcase by Bruno Mathsson International in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Wall-mounted bookcase designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Bruno Mathsson International in Sweden.
Category
1980s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Beech
Handcrafted Aluminium Rivet Typecase
By Frama
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Rivet Typecase is a compartmentalized aluminum shelf with discrete sections meant for storing and displaying your most cherished objects.
The Rivet de...
Category
2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Aluminum
$1,080 / item
Oak and rattan bookshelf by Alf Svensson, Bjästa, Sweden 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Bookshelf designed by Alf Svensson. produced during the 1950s in Sweden by Bjästa Snickeri. Made from teak in the sideboard part with sliding door in rattan. The inside of the sidebo...
Category
1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rattan, Beech, Oak, Teak
Danish teak 1950s bookcase with drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Elegant vintage teak bookcase with drawers and pull-out desk. Essential Scandinavian design embellished with carved handles.
This Danish bookcase from the 1950s is made of teak. The...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Arne Vodder pair of bookcases in rosewood Sibast Denmark 1960
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Stunning pair of bookcases designed by Arne Vodder and manufactured by Sibast Møbler, Denmark, 1960. These elegant cabinets are crafted from richly grained rosewood and feature signa...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Mogens Koch Three Bookcases in Mahogany for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch three bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
The reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Two Bookcases by Børge Mogensen for C. M. Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These impressive bookcases designed by Børge Mogensen reflect the Danish designer’s aesthetic that was clean and highly functional, creating pieces that stand out despite their restrained design.
The pair is made of solid wood with a beautiful woodgrain that is visible throughout the bodies. The shelves are all easily adjustable and removable. Each bookcase features five adjustable shelves, a feature of functionality. The shelves can be arranged in multiple ways to accommodate books or other objects of various sizes, and thanks to the open front, these bookcases are perfect to showcase any item. Both bookcases stand sturdily on the distinctively sculpted, black lacquered wood legs. The subtle geometry of the base and the colour blocking legs add modernism to the design while also balancing out the heaviness of the body.
Børge Mogensen’s present design for C. M. Madsen Cabinetmakers Denmark was manufactured by the Danish company, FDB Møbler. Both bookcases are stamped with the cabinetmaker's mark and production number on their backs.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Both items have some discolouration and a later made (cable) hole that has been restored by a piece of coloured plywood.
Dimensions:
48.03 in W x 10.23 in D x 62.59 in H
122 cm W x 26 cm D x 159 cm H
About the Designer:
Børge Mogensen is without a doubt one of the most famous Danish designers. Born in 1914 in Aalborg, Mogensen was trained as a cabinet maker and studied at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen from 1936 to 1938, and architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts’ School of Architecture between 1938 and 1942.
At the beginning of his career, he became head of F.D.B. Mobler’s furniture design studio. In 1950 he started his own design studio, collaborating with manufacturers Soborg, the Swedish company Karl Andersson and the famous manufacturer Fredericia from 1955. The collaboration with the latter resulted in many of Mogensen’s most famous furniture pieces, including the “Spanish Chair” and the “Ambassador Sofa...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Vintage bookcase with pull-out shelf
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian cabinet with shelving and storage compartment.
This Nordic teak bookcase features a frame with open shelves that rests on the cabinet with hinged doors.
There is also a...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Teak
Scandinavian teak bookcase with hinged doors
Located in Brescia, IT
Elegant 1950s teak bookcase with three open shelves and compartment closed by hinged doors.
Vintage Scandinavian teak bookcase, made in the late 1950s. The structure has three shelv...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian 1950s/60s teak bookcase
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian teak bookcase with open compartments, shelves and sliding doors. Essential design with light structure and balanced proportions.
Scandinavian teak bookcase from the 195...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Bruno Mathsson Bookcase Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bookcase designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Pair of Wall-Mounted Bookcases in Solid Teak by Mogensen Koch
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of wall-mounted units in solid teak. Designed by Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen cabinetmakers in 1933. Made in Denmark. Great original condition.
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Large Set of Bookcases in Oregon Pine, Glass by Mogens Koch, 1933
By Mogens Koch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large Set of Bookcases in Oregon Pine, Glass by Mogens Koch, 1933
Additional Information:
Material: Oregon pine, glass
Style: Mid century, Scandinavi...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
$810 Sale Price
40% Off
Danish Teak Bookcase, Showcase by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobelfabrik 1960.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Superb Scandinavian display shelf. It closes with two sliding glass doors which open onto 3 shelves. Furniture with very balanced proportions with...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
$3,608 Sale Price
20% Off
Danish Modern Oak Bookcase
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak Danish bookcase, circa 1970s. Sleek, modern bookcase with book-matched veneer, plinth base, and two adjustable shelves. Sold as is with minor wear.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
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 ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Mogens Koch Cabinet for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch cabinet in mahogani. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen
Reverse with paper label ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Scandinavian Bookcase in Pine by Carl Malmsten
Located in Karlstad, SE
A beautiful shelf designed by Carl Malmsten, manufactured in his own studio, 1940s.
This piece goes together well with pine furniture from other Swedish designers from the era, suc...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Mogens Koch Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch two wall-mounted bookcases of mahogany. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
$3,849 / set
Pair of Danish Midcentury Bookcases in Solid Teak, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair wall-mounted bookcases in solid teak. Designed and made in Denmark. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Bookcase, Module 1112, by Montana in Dark Grey
By Montana
Located in Lejre, DK
This Montana bookcase, model 1112, in dark gray exudes both elegance and functionality. With four large shelves, it offers ample space for storing books, decorations and other items....
Category
1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
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...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
1960s bookcase with doors
Located in Brescia, IT
Teak Sideboard Cabinet with Adjustable Shelving
This original piece of furniture consisting of two modules perfectly embodies the Scandinavian minimalist style with its regular, squa...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Axel Einar Hjorth Manner Pine and Elm Display Shelf, Swedish Cabinetmaker 1930s
Located in Ystad, SE
Elegant and Minimalist Axel Einar Hjorth Manner Pine and Elm Display Shelf, Sweden 1930s
A simple, sturdy yet sophisticated Shelf with a Beautiful Glow on both the solid Swedish Pin...
Category
1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian bookcase with foldaway desk
Located in Brescia, IT
1950s teak cabinet with three drawers, interlocking flap, three shelves and compartments with drawers and paper holders.
Rare 1950s Scandinavian teak cabinet combining bookcase and ...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Mogens Koch a Set of Four Bookcases for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch four wall-mounted bookcases in walnut. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Kurt Olsen Bookcase Produced by A. Andersen & Bohm
By Kurt Olsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bookcase designed by Kurt Olsen. Produced by A. Andersen & Bohm in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
Danish Modern Oak Bookcase
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak Danish bookcase, circa 1970's. Sleek, modern bookcase with bookmatched veneer, plinth base and two adjustable shelves. Sold as is with minor wear.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Bruno Mathsson Wall-Mounted Bookcase by Karl Mathsson in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare wall-mounted bookcase designed by Bruno Mathsson. Produced by Karl Mathsson in Värnamo, Sweden.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Birch, Pine
Mogens Koch Three Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch three bookcases in mahogany + plinths. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
The reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
$7,470 / set
Swedish bookcase with lockable doors
Located in Brescia, IT
The shelves of this Swedish bookcase, help keep books and decorative items in order, while the doors below hide generous compartments for storing the less aesthetic elements of daily...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
1960s open bookcase
Located in Brescia, IT
Original vintage wooden cabinet with 4 shelves. The footing is painted black.
Due to its small size, it is also ideal for small spaces such as the hallway or entryway. Good conditi...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
$1,377
Scandinavian bookcase furniture
Located in Brescia, IT
The original vintage oak cabinet is a piece of furniture that embodies the elegance and functionality of days gone by. Its lower part is closed by ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Cherry
Vintage bookcase with pull-out shelf
Located in Brescia, IT
Teak cabinet with shelving and storage compartment.
This Scandinavian bookcase from the 1960s, thanks to its pull-out shelf and storage compartment closed by hinged doors, offers fu...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Mogens Koch Set of Three Bookcases for Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch set of three bookcases in elm. One bookcase with removabel inlays. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RAS...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Elm
Bookcase with small sideboard
Located in Brescia, IT
This Scandinavian teak wood bookcase, dating from the mid-century design period, offers a combination of aesthetics and functionality. At the top, three spacious shelves are illumina...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
American Craftsman Solid Palisander Paperback Bookcase Vintage Mid-Century Wider
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Another wider paperback bookcase, shallow for entryways. Well made, beautiful active grain, this one has a finished back. Heavy solid palisander / rosewood construction. Last image...
Category
1950s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Scandinavian bookcase with display cabinet
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s storage cabinet with bookcase.
Original piece of Scandinavian modern antique furniture consisting of a low cabinet on which rests a fra...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian Modern bookcases for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Scandinavian 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, seating, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, hardwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Scandinavian Modern bookcases made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, 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 Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch, Børge Mogensen, and Poiat. 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 $264 and tops out at $80,865 while the average work can sell for $2,812.