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Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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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Style: Modern
Handmade Decorative Panels in Painted Iron, Set of 2
Located in Milano, IT
We present a pair of unique, sculptural, handcrafted panels made of white-enameled iron. Each has a different shape, decorations, and sizes from the other. they feature small shelves...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Iron

Unique Shelf Wall Pocket by Kim Thome
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique corbel shelf by Kim Thome Dimensions: W 18 x D 12 x  H 9 cm Materials: Poplar Kim Thomé is a Norwegian designer based in London.
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2010s British Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood

Unique Corbel Shelf by Kim Thome
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique corbel shelf by Kim Thome Dimensions: W 11 x D 13 x H 12 cm Materials: wood Kim Thomé is a Norwegian designer based in London.
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2010s British Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood

Large Plato Shelf by Antrei Hartikainen
Located in Geneve, CH
Large plato shelf by Antrei Hartikainen Materials: maple, natural oil mix Dimensions: W 75, D 10, H 3,5 cm Also available: different sizes. The surface of the moon is the in...
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2010s Finnish Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood

30" Solid Mahogany and Brass Mounted Wall Shelf
Located in Germantown, MD
A Solid Mahogany and Brass Mounted Wall Shelf. Measuring 30 inches in width, 8.5 inches in depth and 11.5 inches in height.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Brass

Hatt Shelving System 4 Shelves + Storage Unit Ash Wood
Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13
Imagine that you could have a system to organize your books in the order that suits you better. You might even have the option of having some storage for your office. Imagine that yo...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Hatt Shelving System, 6 Shelves Ash Wood
Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13
Imagine that you could have a system to organize your books in the order that suits you better. You might even have the option of having some storage for your office. Imagine that yo...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

21st Century Marcantonio Apothecary Cabinet Wood Inlay Scapin Collezioni
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
First-Aid Box, design by Marcantonio for Scapin Collezioni First-Aid Box is produced in limited edition of eight pieces. The external, exclusively inlaid with ramage pattern, is enriched with an iconic detail such as the blood drop...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood

Guillerme et Chambron, Oak Shelf Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, oak shelf Edition Votre Maison circa 1970. Measures: Shelf : 36 x 56 x 30 cm.
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Late 20th Century French Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Oak

Hatt Shelving System, 6 Shelves Ash Wood
Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13
Imagine that you could have a system to organize your books in the order that suits you better. You might even have the option of having some storage for your office. Imagine that yo...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

21st Century Verter Turroni White Fibreglass Modular Bookshelf Shelf Shelving
Located in Longiano, IT
Favo bookshelves and containers, modular wall elements in fibreglass. The individual modules can be juxtaposed, turned around and multiple, 2 elements but various combinations of shapes. Favo positioned in a seemingly casual pattern allows everything to find its ideal place. Designer: Verter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Fiberglass

Hatt Shelving System, 4 Shelves + Storage Unit Ash Wood
Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13
Imagine that you could have a system to organize your books in the order that suits you better. You might even have the option of having some storage for your office. Imagine that yo...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Opinion Ciatti Henry II Triangular Corner Wall Shelf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Well defined with contemporary lines, a geometric design and unusual shapes in order to surprise and astonish. Henri is the collection of shelves designed by Bruno Rainaldi, characte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

Opinion Ciatti Henry III Triangular Wall Shelf Right
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Well defined with contemporary lines, a geometric design and unusual shapes in order to surprise and astonish. Henri is the collection of shelves designed by Bruno Rainaldi, characte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

USM Haller Shelving RE119
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. Perforated panels elevated. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Chrome, Steel

Opinion Ciatti Henry III Triangular Wall Shelf Left
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Well defined with contemporary lines, a geometric design and unusual shapes in order to surprise and astonish. Henri is the collection of shelves designed by Bruno Rainaldi, characte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

Italian Modern Glass and Aluminum Wall Mounted Shelf
Located in Boston, MA
The Eos Shelf, designed by Giuseppe Bavuso, is an innovative wall shelving system. With a thickness of only 8 mm, the Eos design combines a lacquered glass top with a lacquered alumi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Aluminum

Wall Pocket 12"Lx1.5"Dx5"H in Saddle Leather and Stainless Steel by Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
From the home to the office, these wall pockets/magazine racks help keep clutter away. Individually or stacked, hide away loose ends from your remote control, to your mail, keys maga...
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2010s American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

"Correas" Wall Mounted Bookshelf Designed by Miguel Mila' for Dessie'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Correas" is a wall mounted bookshelf, designed by Miguel Mila' and manufactured by Dessie', featuring 3 or 4 shelves, fixed to two or three uprig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

Wall Pocket 12"Wx 1.5"D x 5"H Navy Leather/Brass with 3 Hooks by Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
From your home to your place of work, these wall pockets help keep clutter away and with a minimal aesthetic also double as magazine and book holders. Individually or stacked and eas...
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2010s American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Brass

Brass and Chrome Wall-Mounted Console and Mirror by Curtis Jere
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare 1985 brass and chrome wall-mounted console and mirror by Curtis Jere' The console is signed and dated in the back see photos. They are in good condition they have some minor w...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Brass, Chrome

e15 Customizable Arie Shelf by Arik Levy
Located in New York, NY
With its striking concept, shelf Arie is an ideal storage solution. A multitude of seamless combinations are possible without apparent visual repetitions. In- and outside corners can...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood

Guillerme et Chambron, Oak shelf and Stool, Edition Votre Maison, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, oak stool and his shelf Edition Votre Maison circa 1970. Measures: Shelf : 36 x 56 x 30 cm.
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Late 20th Century French Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Oak

USM Haller Shelving R1 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Chrome, Steel

USM Shelving R2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors and two drawers. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated stee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Chrome, Steel

Adams Shelf Brackets, Black
Located in Cincinnati, US
Simple yet elegant hairpin shelf bracket design that blends with both contemporary or rustic styles and it’s versatile to fit any room of the house. Mad...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Steel

e15 Mate Shelf by Florian Asche
By Florian Asche, e15
Located in New York, NY
The distinct solid wood shelf unit Mate is leant against the wall and thus expresses casual spontaneity. The shelves are fastened to the backboard by means of a classic dovetail join...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Hatt Shelving System, 3 Shelves + Coat Hanger Ash Wood
Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13
Imagine that you could have a system to organize your books in the order that suits you better. You might even have the option of having some storage for your office. Imagine that yo...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

Vintage Demilune Stainless Steel Wall Consoles or Shelves with Lights
Located in North Miami, FL
These are a fabulous pair of vintage polished stainless steel demi lune wall consoles or wall shelves have under light. They are in the style of Curtis Jere. They can be used as side tables on a wall on either side of a sofa or combined with two chairs. Also perfect for the display of art and sculpture. Great for an entrance or foyer. So many possibilities for these ultra chic demi lune consoles. These are from the 70's and will only be sold as an amazing pair of wall consoles...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Stainless Steel

Leather Wall Pocket 24"Lx1.5"Wx5"H in Taupe/Brass with 5 Hooks by Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
From the home to the office, these wall pockets/magazine racks help keep clutter away. Individually or stacked, hide away loose ends from your remote control, to your mail, keys maga...
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2010s American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Brass

USM Shelving Q118 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors, cable cut out and one drawer. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrom...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Chrome, Steel

Floating Wall Hung Console with Storage by Nico Yektai
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
This series lends itself to endless variations. This version explores a smaller size with a sculptural combination of two doors and three drawers. Like always, the drawers do not do ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Walnut

Hatt Shelving System 3 Shelves + Coat Hanger Ash Wood
Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13
Imagine that you could have a system to organize your books in the order that suits you better. You might even have the option of having some storage for your office. Imagine that yo...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Metal

e15 Profil Shelf by Jörg Schellmann
Located in New York, NY
Evoking associations with minimal art, the wall-mounted shelf profil by Jörg Schellmann bears a distinct sculptural appeal. The aluminum shelf is produ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Aluminum

Amuneal's Loft 2 Post with Formed Returns
Located in New York, NY
This single bay of our Loft Shelving is wall-mounted to support five shelves, using custom machined brass fittings on bent steel posts. Amuneal’s proprietary machined hardware clamps onto the posts so that the shelves can be easily adjusted at any time. The burnt oak shelves are milled in house from solid white oak to a thickness of 1.5” before being hand-finished using the traditional Shou Sugi Ban process of burning the wood. Once completed, the shelves are sealed with a protective coating that keeps that burnt finish from rubbing off. The combination of blackened steel posts, machined and patinated brass hardware and the charred oak shelves make this a stunning and sculptural shelving...
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2010s American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Steel, Brass

Wall Pocket 12"Lx1.5"x7"H in Saddle Leather and Stainless Steel by Moses Nadel
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
From the home to the office, these wall pockets/magazine racks help keep clutter away. Individually or stacked, hide away loose ends from your remote control...
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2010s American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Creative Floating Console with Three Drawers by Nico Yektai
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
This version of the floating console explored a slightly more symmetrical shape than some of the other iterations of this piece. The focus was on the three drawers that are incorpora...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Walnut

Unique, One-of-a-Kind Mahogany and Copper "Boyle Height Shelf"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This one-off shelf comes from Taidgh O'Neill's "Boyle Height" series of sculptural, wall-mounted artistic wooden shelves. In this series, O'Neill explores new formalism inspired by t...
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2010s American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Copper

Dada Est. Mid Century Modern Ashwood Wall-Mounted Shelve
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Wall-mounted shelve by Dada - Est. Manufactured in Barcelona, 2017. Ashwood Measures: 32 cm D x 200 cm W x 200 cm H Production delay: 7-9 weeks There is the possibilit...
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2010s Spanish Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood

Amuneal’s Collector's Hanging 2 Bay Unit
Located in New York, NY
This two bay hanging shelving unit is part of Amuneal’s Collector’s Shelving System and features our precision machined brass fittings and tubes in ...
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2010s American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Brass

Large Wall Hanging Shelving Unit in Solid Walnut by Elliott Marks
Located in Glendale, CA
Solid walnut shelving unit that hangs from wall. Hand selected premium hardwood finished in durable natural hard wax/ oil finish. The vertical frames attach to the wall and have slot...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Maple

Studio Apotroes Solid Wood Bobbi Mini Shelf/Wall Art
Located in San Antonio, TX
A playful exaggeration that toes the line between functional shelf and wall art. As a kid, I was obsessed with the Borrowers. I thought it was hilarious and whimsical, and I loved ho...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Hardwood, Beech

Aluminum Trio Bottle Bracket by Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Aluminum Trio Bottle Bracket by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 23.5 x D 7.1 x H 5.7 cm Materials: Aluminum. Available in Solo, Duo, or Trio versions. Available in three configurations,...
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2010s Australian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Aluminum

Blackened Bronze Trio Bottle Bracket by Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Blackened Bronze Trio Bottle Bracket by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 23.5 x D 7.1 x H 5.7 cm Materials: Blackened bronze. Available in Solo, Duo, or Trio versions. Available in three...
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2010s Australian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Bronze

Aluminum Duo Bottle Bracket by Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Aluminum Duo Bottle Bracket by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 15 x D 7 x H 6 cm Materials: Aluminum. Available in Solo, Duo, or Trio versions. Available in three configurations, the Bo...
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2010s Australian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Aluminum

Brass Trio Bottle Bracket by Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Trio Bottle Bracket by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 23.5 x D 7.1 x H 5.7 cm Materials: Brass. Available in Solo, Duo, or Trio versions. Available in three configurations, the B...
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2010s Australian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Brass

Brass Duo Bottle Bracket by Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Duo Bottle Bracket by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 15 x D 7 x H 6 cm Materials: Brass. Available in Solo, Duo, or Trio versions. Available in three configurations, the Bottle B...
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2010s Australian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Brass

Strut Shelving System, 2x White Brackets, Factory 2nds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Price includes 2x brackets and the mounting hardware. There are small cosmetic issues with the fabrication. Examples of the types of defects are shown below. The brackets accommodate...
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2010s Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Steel

Wooden Decorative Clothes Ladder
Located in Hertford, GB
Introducing the Lapa Wooden Clothes Rack Ladder – a versatile and stylish addition to your home decor. Handmade in the UK from sustainably sourced hardwoods, this decorative clothes ladder boasts a sleek design and a natural wood finish, making it a perfect fit for any interior style. The clothes rail ladder can be used in a variety of ways. It’s ideal as a towel rack in your bathroom, a blanket ladder...
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2010s British Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Hardwood, Walnut, Oak, Maple, Ash

Wooden Bathroom Towel Ladder
Located in Hertford, GB
Introducing the Lapa Wooden Ladder – a versatile and stylish addition to your home decor. Handmade from sustainably sourced hardwoods, this decorative ladder, with its sleek design and natural wood finish, seamlessly complements any interior style. This beautiful bathroom towel ladder...
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2010s British Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Hardwood, Walnut, Oak, Maple, Ash

Wooden Decorative Blanket Ladder
Located in Hertford, GB
Introducing the Lapa Wooden Ladder – a versatile and stylish addition to your home decor. Handmade from sustainably sourced hardwoods, this wooden blanket ladder features a sleek design and natural wood finish, perfectly complementing any interior style. The decorative ladder can be used in various ways: as a towel rack in your bathroom, a wooden blanket rack in your living room or bedroom, or even as a charming quilt ladder...
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2010s British Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Hardwood, Walnut, Oak, Maple, Ash

Late 20th Century Mahogany 3 Tier Hanging Wall Shelves
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 20th Century three tier Mahogany finish hanging wall shelves in very good vintage condition. Measures 31.75" in width, 8.5" in depth and 29" tall. Shelves clearance is 12"
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood

Italian modern Wall geometrical shelf in wood, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Wall geometrical shelf in wood, 1980s Italian modern wall shelf with semicircular top, entirely made of wood. The triangular structure that supports the top is made up...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood

Large Custom Floating Steel and Glass Shelf c. 2014
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Original custom large steel and glass shelf designed to float against the wall. Modern and minimal design. Outer rectangular steel frame supporting four large shelves. The pie...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Steel

21st Century Verter Turroni White Fibreglass Modular Bookshelf Shelf Shelving
Located in Longiano, IT
Favo bookshelves and containers, modular wall elements in fibreglass. Available in 2 different designs and sizes. The individual modules can be juxtaposed, turned around and multiple, 2 elements but various combinations of shapes. Favo positioned in a seemingly casual pattern allows everything to find its ideal place. Designer: Verter Turroni...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Fiberglass

Elemen Shelving Solid Walnut Shelving System, Custom Arrangements Possible
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Elemen shelving system features solid walnut shelving with a gem cut edge, joined with single vertical members to produce a striking and dynamic visual statement. The concealed w...
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2010s American Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Walnut

Diet Wood Shelf
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Most wood furniture today is made from veneered chipboard, it conveys its value with its outer surface. These pieces work backwards from that layer, starting with veneer and applyin...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Aluminum

KALEIDO SHELF - Shelf Set
Located in Giza Governorate, EG
“Kaleido panels” were designed to break boundaries and rigid formalities, inviting us instead -through the distinct use of colors and shapes -into a world of playfulness. Inspired by...
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2010s Egyptian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

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Wood

Modern shelves and wall cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Modern shelves and wall cabinets 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 shelves and wall cabinets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include wall decorations, case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with metal, wood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern shelves and wall cabinets made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original shelves and wall cabinets, popular names associated with this style include Yabu Pushelberg, Moses Nadel, Mogg, and Cappellini. 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 shelves and wall cabinets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $53 and tops out at $102,267 while the average work can sell for $3,112.

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