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
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Library in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular book case or library, mahogany, Denmark, design 1928
Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is ...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Mogens Koch for Rud. Radmussen Substantial Modular Library in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen, modular bookcase or library, pine, Denmark, design 1928
Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is con...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Large Bookcase in Teak and Chromed Steel by Nils Strinning, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large Bookcase in Teak and Chromed Steel by Nils Strinning, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and chromed steel
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Large bookcase model String Continental...
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Axel Einar Hjorth Wooden Lovö Shelf in Pine for Nordiska Kompaniet Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare Swedish early mid century wooden "lovö" bookcase / cabinet in pine by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet Stockholm, 1930s.
In good original condition aquired from the ori...
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1930s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Mogens Koch cabinets, Set of Twelve in Mahogany for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1960
Located in Chicago, IL
Mogens Koch Cabinets, set of twelve in mahogany for Rud Rasmussen, Denmark, 1960.
A rare and sought-after set crafted in richly toned mahogany wood. Includes eight bookcases—four wit...
Category
1960s American Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Mid Century Modern Danish Bookcase by Poul Hundevad. Circa 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Bookcase by Poul Hundevad. Circa 1970s
Features a Quintessential Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Sleek design with a beautiful teak wood grain.
Off...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Bookcase Shelving System "Cubex" by Poul Cadovius, Pinewood, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Scandinavian Modern Pinewood Bookcase Shelving System by Poul Cadovius. Made in the 1960s by "CADO", Denmark. Made in Pitch Pine and assembled with black plastic brackets.
The shelv...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Danish Modern Teak Small Rare Bookcase by P H Hansen
By Paul Hansen
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile beautiful teak bookcase by PH Hansen Denmark freshly refinished the bookcase black lacquered the tapered legs nice stamped piece great for books or display objects. comes w...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern 3-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern 3-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern 3 bay shelving system model Royal. This is an original vintage floating bookcase desi...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Walnut Shelving System Royal by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Walnut Shelving System Royal by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1960s.
This is a version of the Royal wall unit by Poul Cadovius with beautiful walnut veneered shelves. Designed in 1...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Grete Jalk Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Design Teak Bookcases, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design teak bookcases set designed by Grete Jalk and produced by P. Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, movable vertical partition...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Tall Oak Bookcase
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak Danish bookcase, circa 1960's. Tapered profile with bookmatched veneer and solid base. Centre shelf is fixed height, 3 adjustable shelves.
Unrestored item with an option to purc...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Vintage Danish 3-Bay Rosewood Modular Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish 3-Bay Palisander Modular Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
Mid-Century Modern 3 bay shelving system model Cado with back panels. This is a original vintage f...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Danish Teak Low Compact Bookcase
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fantastic Danish teak, low, compact bookcase made in Denmark. This slim beautiful vintage teak bookcase features two adjustable shelves, the left shelf measures 28″ wide x 11″ deep t...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Rosewood Stackable 3-Piece Bookcase Set with Table
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern three piece bookcase set circa 1970's, Denmark. Features stunning rosewood grains throughout and an open storage display with adjustable shelving. Includes two sta...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Mogens Koch for Rud. Radmussen Modular Library in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen, modular bookcase or library, pine, Denmark, design 1928
Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is con...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
‘Cado’ Wall System / Bookcase in Rosewood and Glass by Poul Cadovius, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
‘Cado’ Wall System / Bookcase in Rosewood and Glass by Poul Cadovius, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood, glass
Style: Mid century, S...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood, Glass
Danish Modern Bookcase Shelving System "Cubex" by Poul Cadovius, Pinewood, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Scandinavian Modern Pinewood Bookcase Shelving System by Poul Cadovius. Made in the 1960s by "CADO", Denmark. Made in Pitch Pine and assembled with black plastic brackets.
The shelv...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase, 1960s.
Danish Mid-Century Modern bookcase and cabinet in teak. Manufactured in Denmark in the 1960s. In the style of Carlo Jensen/Hundevad/Børge Mogensen...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Bookcase, 1960s.
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern bookcase in teak. Lower part with two wide drawers. Sculpted pulls in solid teak. Upper part has three height adj...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Oak Bookcase
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Oak Danish bookcase, circa 1960's. Sleek, low profile lines with fixed height shelf. Bookmatched veneer and solid removable tapered legs . Slim compact size for the modern condo...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Book Case System by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Large book case system, model no.152 by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler. Made in teak. He designed his China Series in 1960s. Produced i1960s. Nice pati...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Pair Danish Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Bookcase/Cabinets With Shaped Supports
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Pair of Matching Danish Mid Century Modern Glazed Teak Low Bookcases With Shaped Supports.
Provenance: The Estate of John Graham architect (1927-2021) of Harlow, Essex.
John Gra...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
Bookshelf by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen 1950s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Two parts bookshelf by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for Søborg Møbler 1950s Made in teak. On the back with Illums Boighus Kbh. mark. In very good vintage condition, with nice ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Freestanding Bookcase in Teak by Kurt Østervig, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Bookcase in teak designed by Kurt Østervig M.A.A. for K.P furniture in 1960s. Made in Denmark, great condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Pair of Nightstands in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of nightstands in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson cabinetmakers. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Great condition.
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Danish Modern Teak & Glass Cado Wall Unit Display Cabinets 2 Available
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful teak wall display cabinets designed by Poul Cadiovious for the Cado wall system , we have 2 cabinets available one of the cabinets the glass was replaced , buyer has the ch...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
Danish Modern Ten Shelf Rosewood Bookcase in the Style of Poul Hundevad
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and elegant Danish modern ten shelf rosewood bookcase in the style of Poul Hundevad, circa 1960's. The bookcase is in very good vintage condition, has a gorgeous rosewood grain and beveled edged adjustable shelves. The piece measures 42.5"W x 12"D x 50.75"H and would be a great addition to any MCM office...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Modular Wall Unit in Solid Elm, France, c. 1980
Located in St Ouen, FR
French work of the 1980s, this elegant shelves combines rusticity and modernity by the choice of a wood with warm tones and minimalist lines, like the creations of Pierre Chapo.
The...
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1980s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Elm
Mogens Koch Composite Book Case System in Solid Oak, Rud Rasmussen, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Early edition MK Book Case shelving system by Mogens Koch. Executed in solid oakwood by Rud Rasmussen, Copenhagen in the 1950s.
The lot consists of :
4 Bookcases: H: 76 W: 76 D: 28
...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Finn Juhl Bookcase Produced by Bovirke in Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare wall-mounted bookcase designed by Finn Juhl. Produced by Bovirke in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Bookcase / Wall Unit by Finn Juhl BO71 for Bovirke, 1960s Rosewood Pine Brass
By Finn Juhl
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Large modular wall shelf BO71 from the 1960s with a beautiful rosewood veneer and shelves made of pine and brass, designed by Finn Juhl in 1953. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern "Lovö" bookcase, NK, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Low pine bookcase with cabinet part, made at NK in a rustic functionalist design. Rounded corners combined with traditional design elements including a cast iron keyhole plate.
The ...
Category
1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Frode Holm for Illums Bolighus Danish Rosewood Bookcase Cabinets
By Frode Holm
Located in Oakland, CA
Pair of elegant midcentury cabinets designed by Frode Holm for Illums Bolighus, 1955, Denmark. The cabinets are crafted of the finest Brazilian rosewood and exhibit fine joinery throughout with routed edges, tapered shelves...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Bookcase / Wall Unit by Finn Juhl BO71 for Bovirke, 1960s Rosewood Pine Brass
By Finn Juhl
Located in Rosendahl, DE
Large modular wall shelf BO71 from the 1960s with a beautiful rosewood veneer and shelves made of pine and brass, designed by Finn Juhl in 1953. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Mogens Koch for Rud. Radmussen Modular Library in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen, modular bookcase or library, pine, Denmark, design 1928
Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is con...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
‘Cado’ Wall System / Bookcase in Rosewood and Glass by Poul Cadovius, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
‘Cado’ Wall System / Bookcase in Rosewood and Glass by Poul Cadovius, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood, glass
Style: Mid century, S...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood, Glass
Pair of China Bookcases in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of bookcases in oak with adjustable shelves, designed by Maa. Børge Mogensen for C.M. Madsen cabinetmakers in 1958. Made in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Mogens Koch for Rud. Radmussen Substantial Modular Library in Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen, modular bookcase or library, pine, Denmark, design 1928
Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is con...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Large Set of Bookcases in Oregon Pine by Mogens Koch, 1933
By Mogens Koch
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large Set of Bookcases in Oregon Pine by Mogens Koch, 1933
Additional Information:
Material: Oregon pine
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Produced by...
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Midcentury Modern Vintage Classic Swedish Teak Wood Bookcase, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This modernist classic bookcase was made in Sweden during the 1960s. It is finished with teak wood in a darker shade of brown. The cabinet has three s...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Large Bookcase in Teak and Chromed Steel by Nils Strinning, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Large Bookcase in Teak and Chromed Steel by Nils Strinning, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Teak and chromed steel
Style: Mid century, Scandinavian
Large bookcase model String Continental...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Mahogany for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch pair of bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Scandinavian bookcase with storage compartment
Located in Brescia, IT
Modular cabinet with sideboard and open shelving. The frame is teak, original 1960s.
The lower part features a compartment with two practical sliding doors, while the numerous open ...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Tall Teak & Beech Bookcase/Cabinet
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Teak Danish bookcase/cabinet, circa 1960's. Highly functional design combines: bank of drawers, locking double door cabinet, slide-out desk and open bookshelf with mini chest of draw...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Beech, Teak
Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish bookcase, circa 1960's. Rich toned rosewood veneer with adjustable shelf and removable legs.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Arne Vodder & Anton Borg Bookcase Produced by Vamo in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare freestanding bookcase designed by Arne Vodder & Anton Borg. Produced by Vamo in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Poul Hundevad Scandinavian Dark Wood Bookcase for Hundevad Møbelfabrik, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design darkwood bookcase designed by Poul Hundevad and produced by Hundevad Møbelfabrik in the 1960s, variable ...
Category
1660s Danish Antique Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
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
...
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
1950s Vintage Bookcase / Shelfs In Teak With Black Lacquered Stands
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Very decorative Scandinavian bookcase cabinet made in Sweden in the 1950s.
The teak cabinet with the lockable doors consists one internal, fixed, shelf.
The three book shelfs on top ...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Faux Leather, Beech, Teak
Pair of Bookcases in Mahogany by Mogens Koch, Danish Design, Midcentury, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of bookcases in solid mahogany designed by Mogens Koch for Rud. Rasmussen cabinetmakers in 1933. Made in Denmark and in all original condition.
Each bookcase is D 28cm, W 76, H...
Category
1930s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Library in Mahogany
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular book case or library, mahogany, Denmark, design 1928
Intriguing and substantial modular library by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is ...
Category
1920s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Bookcase. Circa 1970s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Danish Bookcase. C 1970s
Features a modern Scandinavian minimalist design with a beautiful teak wood grain...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Bibliothèque étagère vintage en bois style teck des années 60
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Bibliothèque étagère des années 60, style moderniste, en bois style teck, pieds en métal noir avec embouts laiton pour ajustement au sol, 4 étagères intérieures ouvertes, très bon ét...
Category
1960s French Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood bookcase/cabinet, circa 1960's. Tapered bookshelf with 3 height adjustable shelves. Sliding door cabinet with adjustable shelf. Airy floating base with tapered legs.
Unrest...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Lighted Danish Rosewood Glass Door Hutch Cabinet Bookcase with Carved Pulls
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Illuminated from the interior, this Scandinavian display cabinet glows with elegance. Ideal as a dry bar or bookcase, this vintage, mid-...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood, Glass
Midcentury Freestanding Bookcase in Teak by Kurt Østervig, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Bookcase in teak designed by Kurt Østervig M.A.A. for K.P furniture in 1960s. Made in Denmark, great condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Børge Mogensen Scandinavian Midcentury Oak Bookcase, Denmark 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design oak bookcase designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1950s and produced by FDB Møbler from 1960s, variable height position of shelves, circa 1960s.
...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Bodafors teak bookcase
By Bodafors
Located in Brescia, IT
Retro design and modern functionality, featuring curved wooden handles and green interior. This distinctive piece fits perfectly in different environments, offering practicality and ...
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian modular wall shelf in rosewood, Poul Cadovius, 60s
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful wall-mounted modular bookshelf by the famous Danish architect, Poul Cadovius, in rosewood veneer. This bookcase, mounted on 4 wall-mounted panels, includes numerous shelves, two sliding-door racks, a drawer rack and two magazine racks. Scandinavian work from the 1960s.
The modular system by Poul Cadovius (1911-2011), the famous Danish interior...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
FRAMA Contemporary Handcrafted Rivet Case
By Frama
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The Rivet Case convinces with its solid and versatile design. It can be placed vertically as well as horizontally while functioning as a table, storage, or ...
Category
2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Stainless Steel
"Vintage Masterpiece: 1960s Scandinavian Bookcase in Teak with Drawers and Doors
Located in Guazzora, IT
Materiale Legno di Teak: Il teak è un legno pregiato noto per la sua durabilità e resistenza agli agenti atmosferici. Ha un colore caldo che varia dal miele dorato al marrone scuro, ...
Category
1950s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Børge Mogensen Scandinavian Midcentury Oak Bookcase, Denmark 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian midcentury modern design oak bookcase designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1950s and produced by FDB Møbler from 1960s, variable height position of shelves, circa 1960s.
...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Grete Jalk Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Design Teak Bookcases, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design teak bookcases set designed by Grete Jalk and produced by P. Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, movable vertical partition...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Finn Juhl Bookcase Produced by Bovirke in Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare wall-mounted bookcase designed by Finn Juhl. Produced by Bovirke in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Mahogany for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch set of nine bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Mogens Koch Library in Oregon Pine for Rud Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch library in Oregon Pine. Three cabinets and six bookcases. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Poul Hundevad Scandinavian Dark Wood Bookcase for Hundevad Møbelfabrik, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design darkwood bookcase designed by Poul Hundevad and produced by Hundevad Møbelfabrik in the 1960s, variable ...
Category
1660s Danish Antique Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Matched Pair Rosewood Bookcase / Cabinets made in Denmark P.B. Mobler
By P.B. Lútherson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Matched pair Rosewood bookcase / cabinets made in Denmark P.B. Mobler.. Stunning wood graining.. Prefer to keep together but priced per cabinet,, Please specify what cabinet .configu...
Category
1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Cado Wall rosewood shelving unit by Poul Cadovious
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Cado shelving system by Poul Cadovius in Rio rosewood composed of:
- 4 rack panels: H 202 cm
- 5 shelves: H 2 cm x W 80 cm x D 22 cm
- 1 box wi...
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Mogens Koch Pair of Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch pair of bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Mogens Koch Bookcases in Mahogany for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch set of six bookcases in mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DANMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Teck wall bookcase, Danish design in the style of Poul Cadovius, Circa 60.
Located in Renens, CH
Teak wall system in the style of Poul Cadovius. Scandinavian design, Circa 1960.
The bookcase comprises
- 5 racks: H: 183.5 cm
- 7 shelves: W: 80 x D: 22 cm
- 4 shelves: W: 80 x D...
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
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