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Shelves For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1940s
Danish Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1950s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish teak wall unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1950s. Mid-Century Modern 2 bay shelving system model Royal. This is a original vintage floating bookcase designed in 1948 by Danish architect Poul Cadovius. Cadovius had the revolutionary idea to design a floating, modular shelving system that would maximize floor space and signify the end of conformity in shelving. The Royal System shelving unit...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Teak

Danish Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare Scandinavian vintage wall-mounted bookcase in original good vintage condition. Beautiful, high quality modular wall shelf from the 1950s is made of teak with two wall mounted strips. The Danish shelving system...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Shelves

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Teak

Vintage Scandinavian String Modular Wall Unit
Located in Oakland, CA
Absolutely stunning 3 bay modular "String" wall unit designed by Nils Strinning c1950s. Can be configured in many ways depending on your needs. Excellent functional unit perfect for ...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Large Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal System , 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Large Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Royal System , 1950s
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Wood

1950s Vintage Metal Bakery Trolley
Located in High Point, NC
This rustic bread cart is from the mid 20th Century. With a patina worn by years of daily use, this piece combines an industrial aesthetic with recollect...
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1950s European Industrial Vintage Shelves

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Metal

1950's Glass Fronted Haberdashery Cabinet - Thirty Five Drawer
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Glass Fronted Haberdashery Cabinet – Thirty Five Drawer 1950’s English Glass Fronted Haberdashery Cabinet – Thirty Five Drawer. Made principally in solid oak and ash this is a...
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1950s English Vintage Shelves

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Oak

Charlotte Perriand Custom Made Nuage / Authentic 1958 Mid-Century, Paris France
Located in Zürich, CH
The Nuage (cloud in french) is a magical piece of design. We see a lightness, where all parts are arranged on a playful way, creating a dynamic balance between harmony and disharmony...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Vintage Dutch wall unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Introducing the Pilastro Wall Unit - Your Ultimate Organizational Solution! Upgrade your living space with the completely modular Pilastro Wall Unit, a sleek and versatile storage solution that combines functionality with modern design. This exquisite piece of furniture will revolutionize the way you organize your home or office. Key Features: 1. **Two Spacious Cabinets:** With ample storage space behind stylish cabinet doors, you can keep your belongings neatly tucked away and easily accessible when needed. 2. **Magazine Shelf:** The built-in magazine shelf not only adds a touch of sophistication but also provides a convenient spot to display your favorite reading materials. 3. **Functional Desk:** The integrated desk offers a dedicated workspace that's perfect for productivity. Whether you're working from home or tackling tasks, this desk is designed to meet your needs. 4. **Light Bar:** Illuminate your workspace or showcase your decorative items with the built-in light bar. Its soft, adjustable lighting creates the perfect ambiance for any occasion. Why Choose the Pilastro Wall Unit? - **Space-Saving:** Designed to maximize space utilization, the Pilastro Wall Unit is perfect for smaller rooms or apartments where efficient storage is essential. - **Contemporary Design:** Its clean lines, minimalistic design, and high-quality materials make it a stylish addition to any interior décor. - **Durable Construction:** Crafted from premium materials, this wall unit is built to last, ensuring years of reliable use. - **Easy Assembly:** With clear instructions and all the necessary hardware included, assembly is a breeze, so you can enjoy your new wall unit...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Guglielmo Pecorini Wall Shelf in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Guglielmo Pecorini, wall shelf unit, walnut, Italy, design 1954, production 1950s Adjustable unit consisting of a wall construction and two shelves. This piece is designed by Italia...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Georges Coslin, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Georges Coslin, 1950s
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Wood

Carl-Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs Välipala Modular Shelf Unit, HMN
Located in Helsinki, FI
Hiort af Ornäs designed this type shelf in the 1950s. It is called the `Välipala hylly` in Finnish, and it has become a classic a long time ago. Actually, it has been taken again int...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Shelves

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Birch, Teak

Børge Mogensen for Federicia Stolefabrik Wall Unit in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, wall unit, model BM 291, oak, Denmark, design 1956 This well-constructed wall system is designed by Børge Mogensen, featuring clear lines ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Shelves

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Oak

Set of two modular shelves - Emile Seigneur - France - 1950
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
A set of two modular shelves designed by Emile Seigneur, a designer of the French reconstruction era. The two shelves are independent but are shown here stacked on top of each othe...
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1950s French Vintage Shelves

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Oak

Set of modular shelves France 1950s.
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Vintage set of shelves from the 1950s. Featuring four shelves in golden oak and three solid oak et steel supports. Well-preserved condition. steel original green paint.
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1950s French Vintage Shelves

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Steel

Pair of Jacques Adnet Green Leather Wall Shelves
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Green Leather Wall Shelves by Jacques Adnet
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1950s French Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Finn Juhl for Bovirke Large Wall Unit in Teak and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Finn Juhl for Bovirke, wall unit, model 'BO71', teak, pine, brass, Denmark, 1950s This eccentric library unit designed by the renowned designer Finn Juhl is based on an elongated c...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Shelves

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase by Ico Parisi, Italy, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Bookcase by Ico Parisi, Wood and Glass, Italy, 1950s
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Glass, Wood

Franco Albini Italian Midcentury Dark Wood Bookcase Lb7 for Poggi, 1950s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian dark wood shelves bookcase with floor and ceiling uprights, designed by Franco Albini in 1956 for Poggi Pavia, shelves and container with wood veneer adjustable in height and...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

1940's Tall French Workshop Shelves - Twelve Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Tall French Workshop Shelves – Twelve Drawers 1940’s Tall French Workshop Shelves – Twelve Drawers. Good honest original French workshop shelving. 12 good drawers on the botto...
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1940s French Vintage Shelves

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Wood

Vintage Dutch 2-Bay Wall Unit With Desk by Pilastro
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Discover the epitome of mid-century elegance with our vintage Dutch 2-bay modular wall system, a design masterpiece from 1955 by the visionary Dutch designer, Tjerk Reijenga. This remarkable set is a testament to Reijenga's talent for blending form and function seamlessly. Elevate your living space with this stunning modular wall system, adorned with colorful metal shelving that not only captures the essence of mid-century charm but also provides practical storage for your cherished items. The inclusion of a light bar adds a touch of sophistication, allowing you to showcase your treasures in the perfect illumination. The magazine shelf is a stylish addition that combines utility with aesthetics, while the drop-top desk...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

1940's English Large Oak Library Shelving Unit
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s English Large Oak Library Shelving Unit 1940’s English Large Oak Library Shelving Unit. Sourced in Yorkshire this is good sized practical piec...
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1940s English Vintage Shelves

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Oak

Mid-Century Modern 'LB2' Bookcase by Ignazio Gardella, Italy, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern 'LB2' Bookcase by Ignazio Gardella, Italy, 1950s
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Feal Italian Wall Unit in Anodized Aluminum and Mahogany
By Feal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Feal (Fonderie Elettriche Alluminio e Lega), model ‘S2’ wall unit, teak, anodized aluminum, Italy, 1950s Both aesthetics and functionality comes into play in this bookcase shelf; e...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Aluminum

William Watting for Fristho Wall Unit, the Netherlands 1950's
Located in Amsterdam, NL
High quality wooden wall unit with brass hooks. Three cabinets and seven shelves. 7 x shelves: x cm 1x cabinet glass doors: cm (LxDxH) 1 x des...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Brass

1950's Glass Fronted Sylko Cotton Haberdashery Storage Unit - Fifty Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Glass Fronted Sylko Cotton Haberdashery Storage Unit – Fifty Drawers 1950’s Glass Fronted Sylko Cotton Haberdashery Storage Unit – Fifty Drawers. We recently salvaged a whole ...
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1950s English Vintage Shelves

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Oak

Mastercraft 16 Piece Wall Unit
Located in Hanover, MA
Very rare cabinet storage unit for living or bedroom by William Doezema for Mastercraft Originals from one of their earliest collections in the late 1950's. 16 separate pieces: four chests set in one long stand topped with 11 individual cabinets/cases/shelves sections. The order of placement of each section is changeable based on your preferences. Each piece is crafted from solid white ash with a transparent creamy finish called "driftwood". Some have solid brass cabinet hardware and curved elements made of solid brass flat bar set within door faces. Hidden pull-down desktop secretary...
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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Shelves

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Bookshelf by Angelo Mangiarotti and Bruno Morassutti, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Bookshelf by Angelo Mangiarotti and Bruno Morassutti, Italy, 1950s Height is modular.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Wood

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno White Wall Unit
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, wall-mounted wall unit, metal, white laminated wood, Italy, 1950s  This wall mounted shelving system was designed by Osvaldo Borsani. Its purpose was a co...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

alvar aalto 111 shelf
Located in 東御市, JP
1940' alvar aalto design 111 shelf. This is made in Hedemora for export to abroad aalto furnitures during WW2.
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1940s Finnish Modern Vintage Shelves

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Birch

Piccolo Étagère Anni 50, in faggio e vetro, marrone chiaro
Located in Milano, IT
Étagère in legno di faggio e vetro. Un elegante Étagère, accuratamente restaurato dal nostro laboratorio con intervento di rinnovo totale della lucidatura, la parte lignea ritorna co...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Glass, Beech

Pair of Walnut Tall Modular Storage Pieces, 1950s, Italy
Located in Milan, IT
Pair of walnut storage pieces with shelves and two fall doors. The pieces can be combined in different positions.
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1950s Italian Vintage Shelves

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Wood

Massive oak brutalist shelves from the Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Lyon, FR
Stunning and high shelves cabinet, in massive oak wood, made in the 1950s in the Netherlands, where it used to be a cheese shelves « Stokkenkast ». Sturdy, rustic, practical, you can...
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1950s Dutch Brutalist Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Paul McCobb for Bryce Wall Shelf in Wood and Metal, USA - 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Paul McCobb for Bryce Wall Shelf in Wood and Metal, USA - 1950s. Wall-mounted floating console with wooden drawer and black metal frame. Shelves are covered with white Vitrolite glas...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Corner Rattan Shelves Unit. French work by Adrien Audoux et Frida Minet. 1950's
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This corner shelves unit is made of rattan and raffia. This is a French work by Adrien Audoux et Frida Minet. Circa 1950
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Raffia, Rattan

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Unit, Wood, 1950s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Wall Unit, Wood, 1950s
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1950s Italian Vintage Shelves

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Wood

Pastoe wall system, design Cees Braakman 1950 Holland
Located in Den Haag, NL
Stunning wall system. Three hanging wall panels in a off white color comes with the original hanging rails. Thirteen teak selves, the three lowest shelves are wider, all the shelves ...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Teak

Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs Large 'Välipala' Wall Unit
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs for Huonekalu Mikko Nupponen, 'Välipala' bookcase, teak, wood, Finland, 1950s This sizeable and modern wall unit is designed by the Finnish designer Carl ...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Shelves

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Wood

1950's Industrial Metal Storage Cabinet - With Large Strap Hinges
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Industrial Metal Storage Cabinet – With Large Strap Hinges 1950’s Industrial Metal Storage Cabinet – With Large Strap Hinges. Sourced from a steel foundry outside Manchester this well proportioned heavy duty cabinet...
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1950s English Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Mid-Century Tomado Blue and Yellow Industrial Shelving Unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury Tomado Industrial shelving with blue and yellow shelves on black enameled metal wire risers. Designed by Jan Van Der Togt. The shelves rest o...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler Refinished Oak Wall Shelf, 1950's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Hans Wegner RY 23 wall mounted double Oak shelves by Ry Møbelfabrik, Denmark. Featuring sturdy, solid Oak rectangular wall hanging shelves, separated in two sections with center div...
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1950s American Scandinavian Modern Vintage Shelves

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Oak

French Wicker & Iron Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French wicker & iron shelf France, circa 1950’s Clean lines, beautiful and functional Can be mounted two ways Intricately woven wicker delicately wraps stur...
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1950s French Vintage Shelves

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Iron

1940's Large Bank Of French Workshop Drawers - Eighteen Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Large Bank Of French Workshop Drawers – Eighteen Drawers 1940’s Large Bank Of French Workshop Drawers – Eighteen Drawers. Massive set of workshop drawers from France. Sixteen ...
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1940s French Vintage Shelves

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Wood

1940s industrial archaeology archive
Located in bari, IT
Postal archive container with twelve open compartments plus one drawer 1940s
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Walnut

1950's Orginal French Workshop Bank Of Drawers - Twenty One Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Orginal French Workshop Bank Of Drawers – Twenty One Drawers 1950’s Original French Workshop Bank Of Drawers. Large bank of twenty one drawers, beautifully made in solid pitch...
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1950s French Vintage Shelves

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Pine

Restored Rattan & Mahogany Mini Side Drink Table w/ Handle
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored rattan single-strand drink stand side table with mahogany shelves and top handle for portability. 1950, United States We only purchase and sell only the best and finest ra...
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1950s Vintage Shelves

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Rattan

Osvaldo Borsani E22 Double Sided Freestanding Wall Unit for Tecno, Italy, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
This double-sided freestanding E22 bookcase is a rare and peculiar example of Borsani's innovative design and the Tecno manufacturing expertise. Its construction of metal, wood, and ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Lips Vago 'Triennal' Bookcases or Shelving System
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lips Vago, 'Triennale' set of four shelving units or bookcases, dark green lacquered steel, Italy, design 1954 Constructed from steel sheets, the 'Triennale' bookcase or shelving un...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Steel

1950's Original Fairground Handpainted Dodgems Ticket Booth
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Original Fairground Handpainted Dodgems Ticket Booth 1950’s Original Fairground Hand painted Dodgems Ticket Booth. One of the rarest and most extraordinary objects we have bought. This is a completely original ticket/pay booth for COXS SUPER DODGEMS. The booth was designed flat packed so that it could be transported around the country to the various fairs. The front of the booth has a simple panel that is removed when the booth is trading, and a lovely orange shelf...
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1950s English Vintage Shelves

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Hardwood

Cees Braakman Japanese Series Wall Mount Vanity in Teak and Cream
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cees Braakman Japanese Series wall mount vanity with teak top and cream drawer. In original condition with some wear, consistent with age and use.
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Teak

Wall Unit in Elmwood by Poul Cadovius for Royal System, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Black wooden risers and elmwood veneer book shelves and cabinet with black metal hooks. This wall unit consist of: 2 x shelf 80 x 20 cm 1 x shelf 80 ...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Mid Century Italian Free Standing Teak Shelving Unit, 1950's
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice free standing shelve system, fabricated in Italy in the 50's. Wooden (teak veneer) shelves with a black painted metal system. It is very easy to disassemble. We work wit...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Alvar Aalto, Double Shelf, Model 112-2, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
The iconic minimalist shelf by Alvar Aalto in double deck. Due to the back rail, the shelf is easier to hang with four screws instead of eight. The shelf unit is pre mid 1950s and is...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Shelves

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Birch, Plywood

Midcentury Bookcase in Walnut, Made in Denmark 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Freestanding bookcase in walnut, designed and made in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Shelves

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Walnut

Poul Cadovius for Cado "Royal System" Modular Wall Shelve, circa 1948
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
'Royal System' wall shelve designed by Poul Cadovius, circa 1948. Manufactured by Cado in Denmark. In good original condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Materials: Wood Metal Dimensions: D 20.2 cm x W 60.5 cm x H 99 cm Poul Cadovius (1911-2011) was a Danish designer and manufacturer. Trained as a saddler and upholster, Cadovius became interested in industrial design and established his own furniture manufacturing company under the name of Royal Systems in 1945. Between 1964-1967, Cadovius purchased the well-established furniture manufacturer France & Søn and renamed the company Cado. Cadovius collaborated with the impressive roster of iconic Danish designers through France & Søn and Cado, including Sigvar Bernadotte, Grete Jalk, Arne Vodder, Edvard Kindt-Larsen, and Finn Juhl. His minimalistic aesthetic is considered a perfect harmony between form and function, industrial and organic, affordable and elegant. Although the Royal System shelving unit...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Metal

Midcentury Italian Floor to Ceiling Teak Modular Wall Unit
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a stunning Midcentury Italian Teak Modular Wall Unit that seamlessly blends style and functionality. This exquisite piece, now available ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Brass, Iron

1940s Heavy Duty French Steel Industrial Locker, Four Door
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940s heavy duty french steel Industrial locker – four door 1940s heavy duty french steel Industrial locker – four door – this four door locker is an exceptional and very rare piece...
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1940s French Vintage Shelves

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Stainless Steel

Restored Circular Rattan "Skeleton" Wall Shelf W/ Slat Glass
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Original post-war circular rattan wall self with unique two-strand "Skeleton" design Featuring center poles that hold two glass shelves. 1950, United Staes Measurements: 27" diameter...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Rattan

Italian Designer, Wall Mounted Console, Bamboo, Rattan, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A bamboo and rattan wall mounted console designed and produced by a Italian designer, Italy, 1950s.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Shelves

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Bamboo, Rattan

Antique, New and Vintage Shelves

From valuable historical memorabilia to rare architectural models to priceless family photos, there’s no shortage of collectibles and curiosities worthy of adorning your home. Why not take the time to find the ideal antique, new or vintage shelves for your treasured trinkets?

For every space and object, there’s sure to be a wall-mounted or sturdy floor solution that matches your shelving needs on 1stDibs. And while shelves should technically stick out from your wall, they shouldn’t from the rest of your decor.

Because you can find shelves made with a wide variety of materials today, everything from teak to brass, your shelving can seamlessly support your existing color scheme and design style. An arrangement of shelves from floor to ceiling can turn your wall into a proud storage space for displaying artwork, decorative objects and books. Options abound with regard to shelving for the latter, as furniture designers know that literature creates an inviting atmosphere in any room, and one of the simplest ways to integrate books into an interior design is with the right shelves or bookcase.

Elegant shelving is a must for a happy home office or library, but a sharp shelving system can freshen up virtually any room in your home. Proudly display your vintage dinner plates and other tableware with open shelving in the kitchen or tuck away linens in big baskets on shelves in your bathroom if you’re navigating life without a proper linen closet.

On 1stDibs, find a wide range of shelves that includes everything from mid-century modern floating shelves to decorative Chinese shelves dating from the 18th century to contemporary statement-making structures that are as provocative as they are convenient.

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