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19th Century French Carved Wooden Wall Shelf
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th-century French carved wooden wall shelf showcases an elegant sculptural form rooted in classical decorative traditions. The sweeping silhouette is crowned with an ornate cr...
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19th Century French Antique Shelves
Materials
Wood
1900s French Wooden Letterbox For Apartment
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French wooden letterbox, originally designed for an apartment building, is a beautifully preserved example of early 20th-century functional craftsmanship. Constructed from...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Shelves
Materials
Wood
Coppia di Mensole Italiane XIX Secolo in Legno Dorato e Maiolica Barocca 1700s
Located in Milano, MI
Due Mensole Antiche Dorate italiane del XIX secolo centrate da Maiolica del 1700, piccole mensole sagomate in legno intagliato e dorato, realizzate con un coperchio in maiolica polic...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Shelves
Materials
Maiolica, Giltwood
19th Century France Oak Wall Pedestal Shelf
Located in High Point, NC
19th Century French Oak Wall Pedestal Shelf. This finely carved wall-mounted shelf features a classical design inspired by Corinthian and Rococo motifs, with scrolling volutes and ac...
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19th Century French Antique Shelves
Materials
Oak
Art Nouveau Wall Letter Holder in Carved Pine with Eagle Motif, circa 1900
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Charming Art Nouveau wall-mounted letter holder from Germany, circa 1900. The piece is made of solid pine, stained to a deep walnut tone, and left in completely original condition wi...
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Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Shelves
Materials
Pine
Monumental 19thC Ebonised Pine Dresser Shelving Rack
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880
Monumental 19thC Ebonised Pine Dresser Shelving Rack
sku 896
W259.5 x D29 x H169 cm
Internal shelf depth 17.5 cm
Weight 61Kg
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19th Century Antique Shelves
Materials
Pine
19th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Panetiere with Cherub Hooks
Located in Dallas, TX
This exquisite antique panetiere, or breadbox, was crafted in Normandy, France circa 1860. Designed to hang on the wall above a buffet, the Louis XV–style piece is richly carved in s...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Shelves
Materials
Bronze
19th Antique Adjustable Wrought Iron Hanger, France.
Located in Marbella, ES
A stunning 19th-century wrought iron coat rack of French origin, originally designed to hold pots or utensils over the fire in old fireplaces or rural kitchens.
This piece features ...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Shelves
Materials
Iron
Mid 18th Century Georgian 6 drawer Mahogany with Inlay Wall Hanging Shelf
Located in Pasadena, TX
This piece is of the period.
It was made in England between 1730-50.
The 6 drawers are veneered with a beautiful flaming mahogany and the edges are inlaid with satinwood.
The piece i...
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Mid-18th Century English Régence Antique Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Swedish Painted Wall Cabinet in Larch, Dated 1818
Located in Atlanta, GA
Charming early 19th-century Swedish wall cabinet crafted in larch, dated 1818, with its original painted surface beautifully preserved. The cabinet features a graceful arched cornice...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Shelves
Materials
Wood
Antique English Regency Carved Mahogany Fretwork Hanging Corner Shelf / Bracket
Located in Brooklyn, NY
English Regency-style carved stained mahogany fretwork hanging corner shelf/wall bracket with three triangular tiers (ca. late 19th Century, England).
Elegant, sturdy piece with ampl...
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Late 19th Century English Regency Antique Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Folk Art Hand Carved and Stained Walnut Wall Shelf with Arrows Motif
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Small Folk Art wall shelf in stained walnut with three display surfaces (ca. early 20th Century, USA).
Composed of two hand-carved arrows supporting a small shelf unit with dual slat...
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Shelves
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Diminutive Black Lacquered Table or Wall Shelf with Carved Red Finials
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charming display shelf composed of a carved wooden frame retaining its original black lacquer with elegant red finials/feet (ca. 1920s, USA).
Two metal brackets present to the back f...
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1920s American Folk Art Antique Shelves
Materials
Metal
Antique Gothic Oak
Brass Communion Shelf 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Gothic Oak and Scrolled Brass Communion Shelf 19thC
Measures- 35.5''H x 24.25''W x 15.25''D
This antique Gothic-style communion shelf from the 19th century is crafted from oa...
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19th Century Gothic Antique Shelves
Materials
Brass
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 20th Century Oak Wall Shelf
Located in Burton, TX
the four shelves graduate in size beginning with the top and increasing in depth toward the bottom
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Early 20th Century American Antique Shelves
Materials
Oak
Pair of 19th Century French Wall Etageres Guilloche Detail
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
19th Century French Wall Etageres Guilloche Detail
Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Shelves
Materials
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Handcrafted Oak Wall Cabinet with Original Mirrored Doors
Located in Lisse, NL
This remarkable early 20th-century handcrafted wall cabinet is a beautiful example of traditional craftsmanship and timeless design. Made from solid oak with a rich, warm patina, thi...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Neoclassical Antique Shelves
Materials
Brass
A period gustavian wall cabinet with glossed doors scraped to original paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
An authentic Gustavian period wall cabinet from Sweden, late 18th century, retaining its remarkable original surface and timeworn patina. The cabinet features a simple rectangular fo...
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Shelves
Materials
Glass, Wood
Pair of Gilded Italian Capitals With Corinthian-Ionic Intaglio 19th Century
Located in Milano, MI
Pair Of Gilded 1800s Gilded Capitals in carved poplar wood, originally part of a larger decorative complex. Of composite style, Ionic and Corinthian, they have under the abacus in th...
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Early 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Antique Shelves
Materials
Gold Leaf
Antique Italian Rococo Revival Giltwood Wall Bracket
Located in Lincoln, GB
Antique Italian Rococo Revival Giltwood Wall Bracket
This ornate giltwood wall bracket, in the Rococo Revival style, was crafted in Italy during early 20th century. Boldly carved wit...
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Shelves
Materials
Giltwood
Vintage French Wooden Wall Display Rack, 1920s
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A charming French wall-mounted display rack from the 1920s, featuring a grid-like frame and a functional lower shelf. The warm patina of the wood and handcrafted joints reflect the c...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Shelves
Materials
Wood
Carved shelf in gilded wood - Florence, mid-19th century
Located in Vicenza, IT
Fine Florentine shelf dating from the mid-19th century, entirely hand-carved in solid wood and finely gilded with gold leaf. The work features very rich sculptural work, with phytomo...
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Mid-19th Century European Louis Philippe Antique Shelves
Materials
Gold Leaf
5 Tier Collapsible Plant Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderfully versatile display piece with great patina.
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Early 1900s English Antique Shelves
Materials
Iron
19th-C. French Neo-Classical Style Apothecary Display Wall Cabinet
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 19th century French wall mounted display cabinet with elaborate marquetry throughout the body. The back splash is mirrored. It has lovely neo-classical elements. It is a b...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Shelves
Materials
Mirror, Fruitwood, Satinwood
1900s French Faux Bamboo Wall Hanger
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French wall hanger features a charming faux bamboo design crafted from richly stained wood. The expandable accordion form combines function with decorative appeal, allowin...
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Early 20th Century French Antique Shelves
Materials
Faux Bamboo
Pair of English 1790s George III Gold and Black Chinoiserie Corner Cabinets
Located in Atlanta, GA
red coral painted inner shelves, offering ample storage space while adding a striking contrast to the
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Late 18th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Shelves
Materials
Wood
Dutch Arts
Crafts Oak Pipe Wall Hanging Cabinet with Glazed Door, circa 1910
Located in Lisse, NL
Handcrafted and rare Arts & Crafts wall cabinet with working lock and key.
A beautifully handcrafted Arts & Crafts oak wall cabinet, dating from the early 20th century, originally d...
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Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Shelves
Materials
Metal, Brass
19th Century Art Deco Architectural wall mounted console in oak, France
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / Console / oak / Art Deco
Architectural ornament in solid oak wood with subtle carved Art Deco decorations. This hand crafted wall mounted console was made around 190...
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Late 19th Century French Art Deco Antique Shelves
Materials
Oak
Hand Painted Early 20th Century Faenza Ceramic Shelf
By Ceramiche Artistiche Faenza
Located in Milano, MI
Hand-painted Faenza ceramic wall shelf, made in the early 20th century
Ø cm 19 Ø cm 14 h cm 21
Antique ceramic shelves are fascinating objects that combine functionality with the ...
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1920s Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Shelves
Materials
Ceramic
$565 Sale Price
20% Off
Circa 1860 Hungarian Pair of Ash Hanging Cupboards
Located in North Miami, FL
19th century Hungarian pair of ash hanging cupboards (circa 1860) with elegant galleried tops above pairs of paneled doors.
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19th Century Hungarian Antique Shelves
Materials
Metal, Brass
$18,500 / set
19th Century Original Blue Painted Hanging Rack with 12 Pegs, Hungary
Located in Round Top, TX
This festive hanging rack is a wonderful example of the folk art found in Eastern Europe during the 1800's.
The original blue painted background has traditional contrasting red trim....
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Folk Art Antique Shelves
Materials
Pine, Paint
Italian Ceramic Wall Shelf White and Blue Early 20th Century
By Bassano
Located in Milano, MI
Blue and white ceramic wall shelf, made in Italian in the early 20th century
Ø cm 15 Ø cm 13 h cm 20
Antique ceramic shelves are fascinating objects that combine functionality with...
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1920s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Shelves
Materials
Ceramic
$375 Sale Price
20% Off
GBV Nine Ceramic Shelf with Hand Painted Fair 19th Century
By Nove di Bassano
Located in Milano, MI
Ceramic shelf from Nove di Bassano with flowers and fair, hand-painted by Gian Battista Viero and made in the 19th century. Restorations have been carried out as shown in the picture...
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1880s Italian Empire Antique Shelves
Materials
Ceramic
$598 Sale Price
30% Off
Pair of Plaster Wall Shelves with Goat or Sheepskin Early 20th Century
Located in Milano, MI
Pair of plaster wall brackets depicting a goat or ram, made in the early 20th century
Ø cm 16 Ø cm 16 h cm 22
Antique ceramic shelves are fascinating objects that combine functiona...
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1920s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Shelves
Materials
Gesso
$532 Sale Price
28% Off
Early 20th Century Hand-Painted Hanging Wall Cabinet with Folk Art Detailing
Located in Northport, MI
This charming hand-crafted wall cabinet, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century, is a fine example of Central European folk art—likely originating from Hungary or the Transylv...
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Folk Art Antique Shelves
Materials
Wood
Antique English Barley Twist Carved Fruitwood Wall Shelf / Etagere
Located in Kennesaw, GA
” without the finial.
Three shelves are 8” deep, and the top is 6”.
My shipping is for the Continental US
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Late 19th Century English Jacobean Antique Shelves
Materials
Oak
Dutch Carved Oak Angel Cherub Head Wall Mounted Plate Display Rack Shelf
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is the sweetest carved oak plate display rack with a beautiful cherub face surrounded by intricate wings in the center bottom and circles on either end and center of the slats w...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Country Antique Shelves
Materials
Oak
Adirondack Folk Art Wishbone Twig Wall Mount Holder Basket Handmade Artisan
Located in Clifton Forge, VA
This is a great Adirondack style artisan made wall mount basket type holder. with a wishbone shaped twig in the center back which has been finished with a dark stain. It would be gre...
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Shelves
Materials
Twig
Italian Small Futurist Bookshop
Located in Milano, IT
the shelves invites the eye to follow their path, while the white-painted surfaces give the shelf an
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1920s Italian Futurist Antique Shelves
Materials
Wood
Very Decorative Early 19th-Century French Provincial Plate Rack
Located in Middleburg, VA
Very Decorative Early 19th-century French Provincial Plate Rack. Made of richly patinated chestnut with small decorative turned apple wood spindles and brass nail decorations. Typica...
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Early 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Shelves
Materials
Metal, Brass
Belle Epoque Oak
Brass Hanging
Folding Hall Coat
Hat Rack
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the Belle Epoque Era, a hanging and folding Bentwood Oak and Brass coat and hat rack, France, circa 1880-1900.
A highly decorative hanging wall rack, beautifully hand made, sui...
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Shelves
Materials
Brass
Swedish Gustavian Period 1790s Blue Painted Wall Hanging Corner Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
front, with lots of wood coming through, opening to reveal inner shelves offering storage opportunities
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Shelves
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Amsterdamse School Wall Cabinet by
t Woonhuys Amsterdam, 1920s
By
t Woonhuys
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and elegant Art Deco Amsterdamse School wall cabinet.Design by 't Woonhuys Amsterdam.Striking Dutch design from the 1920s.Solid oak base with original solid macassar ebony k...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Shelves
Materials
Macassar, Oak
Antique English Mahogany Display Cabinet with Glass Doors, Circa 1890.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Mahogany Display Cabinet with Glass Doors and Fitted Shelves, Circa 1890.
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Late 19th Century English Antique Shelves
Materials
Mahogany, Glass
1910s Belgian Kitchen Wall Shelf
Located in High Point, NC
vintage elegance. Below, three compact shelves offer additional storage, creating a harmonious composition
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Early 20th Century Belgian Antique Shelves
Materials
Wood
1870s American Pennsylvania Hand-Carved Wall Shelf Shadow Box, Amish Farmhouse
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Unknown region, Unknown wood, but a beautiful relic of the old American (possibly Pennsylvanian Dutch) farmhouse kitchen. Tight joinery, ready to hang.
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1870s American American Craftsman Antique Shelves
Materials
Hardwood
Italian Carved Walnut Wall Easel or Leggio, early 19th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
in the shape of a bread board with rounded top corners this wall hanging features a ledge for a book or artwork, the bottom double terminals guilloche carved
Category
1890s Italian Arts and Crafts Antique Shelves
Materials
Walnut
Antique 19th C. French Renaissance Revival Oak Hanging Bookcase Curio Cupboard
Located in Dayton, OH
and opens via glass chicken wire covered door to two interior shelves. Includes a silk curtain with
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Late 19th Century Renaissance Revival Antique Shelves
Materials
Fabric, Oak
$1,200 Sale Price
40% Off
Ceramic Wall Flower Shelf by Ginori - Eagle Shaped Shower
By Richard Ginori
Located in Milano, MI
Wall-mounted eagle-shaped ceramic flower holder shelf made by Ginori - Shower. Majolica earthenware, decorated with polychrome glazes. Present imperfections as shown in photos.
Ø cm...
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1880s Italian Classical Roman Antique Shelves
Materials
Terracotta
$864 Sale Price
35% Off
Gothic Revival Stained Glass Architectural Wall Cabinet 1880 with Bronze Details
Located in Glenford, NY
Very Fine Gothic Revival Cathedral Style Wall Bracket/cabinet with Original Stained Glass and fine Bronze Details - cherub faces, door with detailed latch, column motifs, and scallop...
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19th Century American Gothic Revival Antique Shelves
Materials
Bronze
Pharmacy Woodwork Used as Library, circa 1900
By A. Bicchierini
Located in Marseille, FR
Woodwork forming oak library style 1900s composed of numerous storage and shelves. Originally it
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Shelves
Materials
Oak
Early 20th Century Belgian Kitchen Shelf
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 20th-century oak shelf is all about honest, hardworking design with a rustic edge. The thick, unfinished wood shelf has a gorgeous, lived-in patina that only comes from de...
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Early 1900s Belgian Rustic Antique Shelves
Materials
Iron
Émile Gallé "Papillon" Étagère Wall Shelf
By Émile Gallé
Located in New York, NY
Galle cultivated, including serpent gourd, pointed gourd, and bottle gourds. The front of the shelves is
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Shelves
Materials
Fruitwood, Mahogany, Walnut
Hand Carved Wood Walnut Panettiere Cupboard Wall mount Cabinet Rustic Bread Box
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hand Carved Wood Walnut Panettiere Cupboard Wall mount Cabinet Rustic Bread Box . High End Chateau 18th century exquisite Louis XV Panettiere Originally used to store French baguette...
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Shelves
Materials
Metal
$15,200 Sale Price
20% Off
19th Century Regency Mahogany Lawyers Bookcase Wall Cabinet Biotech, 1811-1819
Located in West Hollywood, CA
19th Century Regency Mahogany Lawyers Bookcase Wall Cabinet Biotech, 1811-1819 . Rare early 19th century Regency graduated lawyer’s bookcase cabinet . Tapered scale 13" depth to 17" ...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Shelves
Materials
Glass, Mahogany, Wood
$38,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique French Oak and Brass "Tavern" Pot Rack, Circa 1880.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Oak and Brass "Tavern" Pot Rack, Circa 1880.
Category
Late 19th Century French Antique Shelves
Materials
Brass
Edwards
Roberts, Queen Anne Revival Swan Neck Inlaid Mahogany Wall Cabinet
By Edwards and Roberts
Located in London, GB
opening to reveal a pair of adjustable shelves flanked by drooping bluebell inlays with quartered open
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Early 1900s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
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Antique Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of antique shelves for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and mahogany, all antique shelves available were constructed with great care. Antique shelves have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Regency and Georgian antique shelves are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique shelves over the years, but those made by Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Thonet and Emile Gallé are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Antique Shelves?
Antique shelves can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,402, while the lowest priced sells for $85 and the highest can go for as much as $125,000.
Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
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