Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Bookcase - Shelf - Teak wood - Danish design - Tap collections - 1960
Located in Lejre, DK
This bookcase with shelf is an example of Danish design from the 1960s, made of teak wood. It represents an era in which Danish furniture design flourished and gained international r...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Teak
1960s Upcycled Palisander Bookcase, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished
- The iron legs has been added afterwards
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Iron
Danish Design Rosewood Bookcase made by Nexo, 1960s
Located in Elshout, NL
Danish tall bookcase in beautiful rosewood veneer.
Made by Nexo. This bookcase is in very good vintage condition and has a total of 6 height-adju...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Model No. 26 Teak Sideboard and Bookcase by Hundevad & Co, 1960s
Located in Elshout, NL
Danish Design
Introducing the Hundevad No. 26 bookcase with a seperate small sideboard underneath, a stunning example of midcentury modern Danish design. This unique piece combines a...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper White Carrara Marble 'Loico' Bookcase, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper White Carrara Marble 'Loico' Bookcase, originating from 1970s Italy, is a striking and iconic furniture piece. Crafted by the renowned Italian arch...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Carrara Marble
Wallunit by Finn Juhl for Bovirke Denmark, 1960s
By Finn Juhl
Located in amstelveen, NL
Large modular wall unit BO71 from the 1960s by Finn Juhl with a beautiful rosewood veneer with brass. The placement of the shelves and cabinet can be freely chosen. The shelf was man...
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Elegant Mid Century Shelving unit Model E60 by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
Located in London, GB
Elegant shelving unit Model E60 designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno. The shelves can be moved up and down as required. The bottom shelf is slightly deeper than the others which vis...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Libreria Formanova Anni 60
Located in Milano, IT
Libreria a parete che necessita di fissaggio a muro, con elementi contenitore ad ante battenti, e cassetti a vista, ripiani a giorno a posizione regolabile. Legno impiallacciato legn...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Bookcase by AV Arredamenti Contemporanei in Teak & Brass
By AV Arredamenti Contemporanei
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Mid Century Modern bookcase by AV Arredamenti Contemporanei 1960s. The structure is made of solid and veneered teak wood with adjustable brass feet. It has one drawers module...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Libreria Feal anni '60, Italia - 6 mensole in legno e alluminio
By Feal
Located in Milano, IT
Due librerie Feal (Fonderie Elettriche Alluminio e Leghe) in perfette condizioni.
Due campate, 6 mensole l'una, ripiani in legno e ottone. Le mensole sono regolabili in altezza.
L...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Aluminum
A Small French cerused oak open bookcase circa 1940.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Small French cerused oak open bookcase circa 1940.
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper White and Green Marble 'Loico' Bookcase, 1970s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper 'Loico' Bookcase from the 1970s in Italy is a remarkable piece of furniture. Designed by renowned Italian architect Angelo Mangiarotti, this bookcase features a distinctive blend of white and green marble, showcasing a sophisticated and luxurious aesthetic. The 'Loico' Bookcase is celebrated for its innovative design, characterized by modular elements that interlock without the need for traditional connectors, reflecting Mangiarotti's emphasis on both form and function. With its unique combination of materials and iconic design, this 1970s Italian piece...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Marble
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Bookshelf Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
Mid-Century Modern narrow teak tall bookcase with cabinet door Made in Denmark
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning Mid-Century Modern narrow teak tall bookcase with cabinet door Made in Denmark. This bookcase is completely original and in very go...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Danish Teak Low Console Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern Danish made cabinet with sliding glass doors. Teak wood with white back. Great for living room storage.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
70s-80s bookcase cabinet in ash and glass
Located in Milano, IT
Cabinet with hinged doors, interior shelves. Ash veneer wood, lacquered wood, glass.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Ash
Freestanding 60s bookcase designed by Edmondo Palutari for Vittorio Dassi
Located in Wolfurt, AT
Wall cabinet cupboard - bookcase made of dark stained rosewood, Italy 1960s.
All elements can be variably fixed.
Design: Edmondo Palutari, Manufacturer: Dassi, Italy 1960s.
Feel fr...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Italian Midcentury Modern Bookcase - Vintage 50s Design Restyled by RETRO4M
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a timeless piece of Italian design history, this exquisite Midcentury Modern bookcase from the 1950s has undergone a stunning restoration by RETRO4M, breathing new life i...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Danish Design Teak Chest with original glass doors , 1960s
Located in Elshout, NL
Danish Design: Bookcase
Danish low bookcase in beautiful teak veneer. The vintage chest still has it's original sliding doors.
This chest is in very good vintage condition only a sm...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase
Located in Tulsa, OK
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Rosewood
Vintage Modern Low Bookshelf after Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage-modern Milo Baughman style bookcase featuring sculpted body with brass finish and four glass shelves. Stunning display shelf for home, office, or business use.
Please confir...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Parquet Oak Bookshelf Storage Unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
Materials: Parquet Oak
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Original ER Staverton English Oak 5 Compartment Barrister's Bookcase Circa 1958
By Staverton
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare ER Staverton Circa 1958 English Oak 5 Compartment Barrister's Bookcase with recessed overhead doors. Marked with crown and "Sep 1958 ER Staverton". S...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Vintage Danish Rosewood 3-Bay Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish modular rosewood/palisander wall unit by Danish architect Kai Kristiansen for Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Floating modular 3 bay shelving system model FM Reolsystem. This system consists of:
4 Aluminium uprights 200 cm.
1 Open book cabinet...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Italian Wall Unit by Feal, 1950s
By Feal
Located in Lasne, BE
Modular wall unit in wood, brass and metal with 6 shelves. Height-adjustable. Wear due to time and age of the wall unit.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Bookcase in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
IImari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, bookcase, teak, fabric, Italy, circa 1957
Crafted from teak, this exquisite bookcase is the creation of Finnish designer Ilmari Tap...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Fabric, Teak
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-13-A Glass-Fronted Bookcase / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
This item is raw and sturdy. Its rugged textures and bold lines define that radical character. Its presence is uncompromising and captivating. Signs of age, patina, and the traces o...
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1960s Indian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Teak
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno Wall Unit in Walnut
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, wall unit 'E22', walnut, glass, polished steel, Italy, 1957
This wall-mounted shelving unit is designed by Osvaldo Borsani and is four sections large, wit...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Danish Modern Poul Hundevad Rosewood Bookcase
Located in Tulsa, OK
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Rosewood
Vintage Danish Rosewood Executive Filing Cabinet
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Give your most important files the cabinet they deserve with this wonderfully impressive rosewood executive filing cabinet. A fully finished back highlights a mesmerizing, swirling w...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Midcentury glazed cabinet-bookcase by Mojmír Požár, Czechoslovakia, 1960s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This Midcentury piece was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s. It was designed by the famous architect Mojmír Požár for UP Závody. It´s made of beech wood, ash wood and h...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Ash, Beech, Glass, Wood
1970s mid century shelf unit / room divider by Schreiber
By Schreiber
Located in London, GB
Founded in 1957 by Chaim Schreiber, Schreiber furniture is an interesting British success story.
The Company was one of the biggest names in furniture in the 70s, rivalling G Plan ...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Formica
Vintage magazine rack from the 1960s-1970s
Located in Hannover, DE
Small midcentury magazine rack from Denmark.
Good vintage condition.
Teak wood frame.
Further details on request.
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Pierre Chapo B17C bookcase in elm France 1967
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Wonderful largest version of the B17 bookcases, the B17C designed by Pierre Chapo and mad in one of his own workshops in France, 1967. This magnificent bookcase is constructed from s...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Elm
Vintage American Industrial Freestanding Bookshelf or Shelving Wall Unit
Located in Seattle, WA
Industrial Metal Shelf Unit, Green Patina. This is a hardy and heavy industrial, rolling shelving unit. It has 7 compartments. It is painted green with great patina. Would look great...
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1970s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Mid century wall shelf cabinet 1960´s by UP Závody, Czechoslovakia
By Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century wall shelf cabinet from the 1960´s. It was by UP Závody in the former Czechoslovakia.
It can also be used as a chest of drawers or a boo...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Ash, Beech, Plywood
Pair Mid century Paul McCobb Double Bookshelves #1516 Walnut Finish Iron Base
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of vintage midcentury Paul McCobb Double high bookcases bookshelves #1516 original walnut finish over solid maple with solid Iron 4 leg Iron base. Beautiful bookcase set by Paul...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Iron
Taichiro Nakay for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Wall Cabinet in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Taichiro Nakay (Nakai) for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, wall cabinet, teak, coated steel, brass, glass, Italy, circa 1955
Taichiro Nakay is an incredibly talented Japanese designer ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Steel
Kipp Stewart & Stewart McDougall For Drexel Walnut Bookcase, Classic Modernist
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Buffalo, NY
Walnut Bookcase by Kipp Stewart For Drexel Furniture. " Wishbone " Legs... Classic Mid Centutu Modern design,, Nice original condition,, Wonderful richly grained walnut,, minor venee...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Malacca Rattan & Crystal Bookcase from Vivai del Sud, 1970s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Malacca rattan & crystal bookcase from Vivai del Sud, 1970s
Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard boxes is included. If the wooden packaging is needed (crates or boxes) for US an...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Crystal
Borge Mogensen Oak bookcase with Cabinet Doors
Located in Norwalk, CT
Introducing the Borge Mogensen Oak Bookcase with Cabinet Doors – a harmonious blend of timeless design and functional elegance. Crafted by the ic...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Borge Mogensen Oak bookcase with Cabinet Doors and 8 Drawers
Located in Norwalk, CT
Introducing the Borge Mogensen Oak Bookcase with Cabinet Doors and 8 Drawers – a stunning fusion of timeless design and unparalleled functionalit...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Pair of Shaws of London Flamed Hardwood Dwarf Open Library Bookcases Small Suite
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning matching pair of Shaws of London dwarf open library bookcases in flamed mahogany which are part of a suite
I have two matching pairs of the...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Hardwood
Vintage Danish Teak Bookshelf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Give your space a dash of mid-century modern charm with this wonderful petite teak bookshelf. With minimalist lines, soft edges, and a vibrant swirling wood grain, this display case ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Teak
Italian Modular Rosewood Bookcase Wall Unit by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large modular rosewood bookcase/wall unit by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno (ca. 1960, Italy).
Composed of six gold aluminum uprights forming five bays/sections.
Includes:
-locking bar unit with a removable (non-adjustable) shelf and glass surface
-three-drawer chest, a locking cabinet with single adjustable/removable shelf
-twelve shelves
-all original brackets/mounting hardware and two keys.
The set can also be divided to create two separate units (1 and 3 sections or 2 and 2 sections).
Alternatively, we have a second six rail/five section unit, and the two can be combined to create a grand eleven bay system.
Gold aluminum rails and black steel brackets/hardware are all original; rosewood has been refinished and is in very good condition with only light, age-commensurate wear.
Note that the aluminum rails are included (the black backings are ledger boards that we mounted in order to work with the conduit we have running along our wall - they are not necessary for standard wall-mounting and will not be included).
Decorative objects/seating are for illustration purposes only.
Keep reading for more detailed dimensions.
H: 108.63" x L: 139.25" x D: 14" / 40" (cabinet door open including rail).
Each section measures roughly L: 28.63" including rails / 26.5" space between rails
Shelves: H: 1.25" x L: 27.5" x D: 10" / 11.5" including rails
Bar Cabinet: H: 27.75" x L: 55" x D: 12.25" (closed) / 25.75" (with door down discounting rail) / 27.5" (bar cabinet door...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal, Aluminum, Steel
Marcel Gascoin, Drawer shelf "ET", France 1950
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Marcel Gascoin (1907-1986), shelf with double drawers in blond oak "ET", France 1950. Published by ARHEC (Rational Development of Housing and Communities), this shelf is in solid oak...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Italian Bookcase in Walnut and Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bookcase, oak, walnut, brass and glass, Italy, circa 1950.
This sophisticated, large bookcase designed in Italy comes in a great size. With a nice variety of storage compartment and...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Guillerme et Chambron, Étagère, Oak Bookcase, Edition "Votre Maison", circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, étagère, oak bookcase, edition "Votre Maison", circa 1960.
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern wide teak tall bookcase (2) cabinet doors Made in Denmark
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Stunning Mid-Century Modern wide teak tall bookcase with (2) cabinet doors Made in Denmark. This bookcase is completely original and in very good vintage condition. The bookcase has ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Teak
Charlotte Perriand boockase late 70’s.
Located in bari, IT
Modernist piece that takes design notes from Charlotte Perriand. With four thick beech shelves and steel black sheet metal brackets.
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Mahogany Shelf with Bronze Tips by Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Showcase bookcase 1 of 2 left and right in blond mahogany 50s bronze tips The guides of the sliding glasses are in brass, have 2 doors with greek classicism decoration. The style, de...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Danish Modern Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1950s
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
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Teak
Modular Dark wooden Wall System from Kai Kristiansen - FM Møbler
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Modular Dark wooden Wall System from Kai Kristiansen - FM Møbler
Dark wood wall system, designed by the renowned Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler. This versatile piece of furniture is ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Large Italian Bookcase in Walnut, Cherry, and Grasscloth
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Library, walnut, cherry, grasscloth, Italy, 1950s
This delightful bookcase reflects the design principles of the Mid-Century era that rose to prominence in the 1950s and 1960s. The ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Cherry, Walnut, Grasscloth
Pair of Scandinavian modern birch blonde tall 6 shelf bookcases wall unit
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Mid century Scandinavian Modern blonde birch wood shelf wall unit or open bookcases. Very modern design and well built. Made of birch veneer plywood shelves and structural. V...
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1970s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Birch
Unique Midcentury Large Italian Bookcase in Cherry and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit, cherry, brass, Italy, 1960s
Hailing from a skilled artisan of Italy, this exceptional library unit excels in form, Material use, composition, and craftsmanship. The bookc...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Libreria E22 Osvaldo Borsani per Tecno 1960's
By Gaetano Borsani, Tecno
Located in Milano, MI
Splendida Libreria E22 disegnata da Osvaldo Borsani per Tecno spa negli anni 60.
molteplici mobili contenitori bassi e modulo bar con ribalta.
E' Possibile rimuovere i pannelli poste...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Merton Gershun for Dillingham Wedge Shaped Bookcase
Located in Denton, TX
Great tapered design, the bookcase seems like it's leaning against the wall. Designed by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville. The combination of walnut and black masonite is ...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut, Masonite
Mid-century Modern bookcases for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century 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, wall decorations, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern bookcases made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original bookcases, popular names associated with this style include Børge Mogensen, Paul McCobb, Cassina, and Franco Albini. 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 $64 and tops out at $136,000 while the average work can sell for $3,257.
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