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Unique, Neutral Green 4 Modular Library Wall Units by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Mina Int 4 Modular Library Wall Units by Ultramobili Dimensions: W 240 x D 47.5 x H 194 cm
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Wall Unit "Montaigne" by F. Robichez for Dritsh, Paris 1989.
Located in Lot/Drogenbos, BE
Wall Unit Model "Montaigne" Modular box bookcase in metal patined and red. Designed by F. Robichez
Category

Vintage 1980s Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Steel

Modular Wall Unit in Solid Elm, France, c. 1980
By Ebenisterie Seltz et Fils 1
Located in St Ouen, FR
French work of the 1980s, this elegant shelves combines rusticity and modernity by the choice of a wood with warm tones and minimalist lines, like the creations of Pierre Chapo. The...
Category

Vintage 1980s French Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Elm

Unique, Neutral Grey 3 Modular Library Wall Units by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Mina Int 3 Modular Library Wall Units by Ultramobili Dimensions: W 326 x D 46 x H 194 cm
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Italian Postmodern Architectural Wall Unit in Lacquered Black and Blue Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Bookcase or wall unit, colored wood, Italy, 1970s This striking polychrome bookcase is a
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Italian Grand Wall Unit in Walnut with Blue Accents
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large wall unit or library, walnut, fabric, glass, Italy, 1950s A striking and monumental wall
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Walnut

Italian Mid-Century Modern Wood, Brass Painted Metal Wall Unit Bookshelf
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This bookcase was produced in Italy around the 1960s. It consists of a wall panel with 2 adjustable
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Luigi Saccardo Topline Wall Unit in Vibrant Green and Black Color
By Luigi Saccardo
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Saccardo, 'Beehive' bookcase from the 'Topline' series, lacquered laminated wood, metal
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

1970s Floating Wall Display Cabinet Unit Wood Glass Bookshelf Bar Midcentury
Located in London, GB
wooden frame where it encloses all the storage units. The storage units are divided horizontally into
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Freestanding Wall Unit – Wooden Room Divider, Rich Finish, USA, c. 1960s
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A distinctive storage and display unit in the vintage tradition, crafted from solid wood and
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Vintage Italian Three-Section Wall Unit with Hand Painted Art
Located in North Miami, FL
Signed Cesena - decorative painting of Aphrodite, Goddess of Love. Storage cabinet to right side. Glass shelves shown are a few but can take more (glass shelves are included) as well...
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Danish Modular Royal Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1950s.
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modular Royal Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1950s. Mid-Century Modern 4 bay
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Wonderful 3 Bay Freestanding Walnut Wall Unit Stanley Mid-Century Modern
By Stanley
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Wonderful 3-bay freestanding walnut wall unit by Stanley. This set is rare in its original form
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Wall Unit in Brazilian Hardwood, by Joaquim Tenreiro, Mid-Century Modern
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This stunning wall unit is a fine example of Joaquim Tenreiro's work, which is an emblematic master
Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood, Imbuia

Danish Modular 5-Bay Rosewood Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s.
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modular 5-Bay Rosewood/Palisander Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s. Large and
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

George Nelson for Herman Miller CSS Modular Wall Unit in Walnut Aluminum
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nelson for Herman Miller, modular wall unit model 'CSS', walnut, aluminium, glass, United
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Shelves Wall Units by Kai Kristiansen for FM Mobler, 1960s
By FM Møbler, Kai Kristiansen
Located in KUTNO, PL
The modular shelving and bookcase system designed by Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler is one of the
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern 1960s George Nelson designed for Omni Systems, this is part for a wall unit, Two
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern 1960s George Nelson designed for Omni Systems, this is part for a wall unit, A
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern 1960s George Nelson designed for Omni Systems, this is part for a wall unit, a
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern 1960s George Nelson designed for Omni Systems, this is part for a wall unit, a
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Osvaldo Borsani E22 Double Sided Freestanding Wall Unit for Tecno, Italy, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
This double-sided freestanding E22 bookcase is a rare and peculiar example of Borsani's innovative
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Italian Mid-Century Suspended Wall Unit Boockase in Walnut and Gilded Metal 1960
Located in Traversetolo, IT
An eye-catching mid-century Italian wall unit or bookcase made from gilded metal and walnut shelves
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Antique c.1900 Painted Wall Display Shelf Unit – in Little Greene, Pompeian Ash
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique c.1900 Painted Wall Display Shelf Unit – Little Greene Pompeian Ash Full of authentic
Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Asymmetrical Etagere or Shelving Wall Unit in Oak Glass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A 1970's retro classic etagere. It consists of oak bentwood framing with clear glass shelves. Overall in very good condition.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Rare Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Three-Piece Wall Unit Bar Stereo Cabinet Speakers
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Extremely rare Adrian Pearsall three-piece wall unit bar with built in speakers. This is probably
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Resin, Wood

Proposal P700 Wall Unit by Vittorio Introini for Saporiti, 1960s, set of 2
By Saporiti, Vittorio Introini
Located in bruxelles, BE
Set of 2 modular metal wall units with 6 shelves. Stamped at the bottom. Wear and tear due to age
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Lane 2 Bay Free Standing Wall Unit Room Divider, Walnut Chrome
By Lane Furniture
Located in Lutz, FL
Century Modern 2 Bay Free Standing Lane Walnut, Chrome and Glass Wall Unit/Room Divider c.1970’s. Etagere
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Lucite and Brass Wall Unit Etagere by Charles Hollis Jones
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in North York, ON
Introducing the Mid-Century Modern Acrylic and Brass Wall Unit Etagere, a stunning piece of
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern 1-Bay Walnut Modular Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern 1-Bay Walnut Modular Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s. Scandinavian Mid
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Danish 5-Bay Rosewood Modular Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish 5-Bay Palisander Modular Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s. Scandinavian
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern 1-Bay Modular Oak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern 1-Bay Modular Oak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s. Scandinavian Mid
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Danish Modern 2-Bay Modular Oak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern 2-Bay Modular Oak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s. Scandinavian Mid
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Modular Wooden Wall Unit with Adjustable Shelves and Drop-Front Bar, Italy, 1970
Located in Santa Margherita Ligure, IT
Elegant modular wall unit in wood, produced in Italy in the 1970s. This versatile piece features a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Pair of Italian Free-Standing Wall Units in Walnut on Ebonized Plinth Bases
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish freestanding wall units boasting bookmatched walnut veneer (ca. early 1970s, Italy). Each
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Naugahyde, Walnut, Plywood, Paint

Acerbis Life System Wall Unit in Mustard Yellow Doors and White Lacquered Frame
By Acerbis, Roberto Monsani
Located in Brooklyn, NY
relevant safety standards in every country. Wall Fixing: For all wall hung units the choice of the wall
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Wall Unit by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik in Rosewood, Denmark 1960s
By Faarup Møbelfabrik, Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Hellouw, NL
Wall unit by Ib Kofod-Larsen for Faarup Møbelfabrik in Rosewood from Denmark 1960s. This unit
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Extra Long Italian Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit + Bar, c. 1960s, Gil Ponti style
By Gio Ponti
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Vintage Italian Mid Century Modern wall unit in glossy black lacquer, influenced by the elegant
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit "Made to Measure" by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
By Cees Braakman
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Wall-filling 'Made to Measure' storage unit designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe. The 'Made to
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Danish 2-Bay Rosewood Wall Unit with Desk in by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen, Feldballes Møbelfabrik
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish 2-Bay Rosewood Wall Unit with Desk in by Kai Kristiansen for FM, 1960s. Vintage Danish
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

1960s Modular MCM Walnut Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk Bookshelves- 5 Pieces
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Madison, WI
This very unique modular 5 Piece Mid Century wall unit set has it ALL, and leaves plenty of room
Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Pair of Mid Century Modern Burl Wood Etageres, Wall Unit or Book Shelves
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning transitional pair of matching shelving units from the 1970's. They feature burl wood
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Burl

Mid-Century Modern 1960 Extra Large Metal Tomado Shelving Wall Unit Dutch Design
By Tomado, Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the Stunning Sought-After Extra Large Metal Tomado Rack: A Vintage Treasure Are you in search of a truly remarkable vintage piece to enhance your interior space? Look ...
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Teak Model RY-100 Wall Unit / Room Divider by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler, c. 1965
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare Model RY-100 three bay wall unit by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Møbler. Constructed
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Gio Ponti Style Bookcase
By Gio Ponti
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Stunning bookcase or wall unit in the style of Gio Ponti. Constructed of lacquered fruitwood and an
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases

Gio Ponti Style Bookcase
Gio Ponti Style Bookcase
$8,000 Sale Price
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Continua bookcase by Wettstein for Pallucco
By Hannes Wettstein, Pallucco
Located in Milano, IT
Large “Continua” Modular Wall Unit / Bookcase by Hannes Wettstein for Pallucco Striking large
Category

1990s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Handsome vintage coastal bamboo and rattan bookcase/shelving
Located in Allentown, PA
This is a vintage coastal bamboo wall unit/bookcase. This bookcase features coastal bamboo framing
Category

1990s Unknown Other Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo

Sculptural Italian Modular Bookcase in solid Teak and Formica, 1960s
By Ico Parisi
Located in Milano, IT
English, with a professional tone and period-correct vocabulary: Italian Modular Wall Unit / Bookcase
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Large Czechoslovakian Modernist Oak and Walnut Freestanding Wall Unit by Jitona
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Versatile freestanding wall-unit/bookcase in oak, walnut, and pine with aluminum, steel, and brass
Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Large Mid-Century Modern Bookcase or Wall Unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This impressive Mid-Century Modern wall unit boasts natural wood finish and spacious storage
Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Poul Hundevad Rosewood - Drop Desk - Wall Unit Bookcase
By Poul Havgaard
Located in Newfoundland, PA
Stunning rose wood book case or desk. Sliding door on the bottom with file draw and shelving. Two pieces. Top is shelves with a locked drop down desk on the right. Measures: Top is 5...
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood

Danish Mid Century Poul Cadovius Cado Wall Unit Bookcase Freestanding
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare Poul Cadovius Single Wall Unit or Bookcase. Cabinets and Shelves can be re-arranged. 33wide
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Brass

Shelving Storage Expandable Wall Unit Modular Custom Bookcase System
By Tim Byrne
Located in Oakville, CT
Custom modular shelving storage bookcase system by Get Back Inc. In the vintage Industrial style
Category

2010s American Industrial Shelves

Materials

Metal, Steel

Open Textured Natural Wood High Shelf with Metallic Bronze Finish by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Nina Bookcase Library Wall Units by Ultramobili Dimensions: W 112 x D 47 x H 225 cm
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Burl

Mid Century Danish HG Teak Wood Modular Wall Unit Shelving Bookcase
By Hansen Guldborg Møbler
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Danish modern Hansen & Guldborg modular teak wood wall unit shelving
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Metal

Open Textured Natural Wood Shelves with Metallic Bronze Finish by Ultramobili
Located in Geneve, CH
Unique, Nina 150 Bookcase Library Wall Units by Ultramobili Dimensions: W 150 x D 47 x H 177 cm
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Burl

Mid Century Oak Freestanding Wall Unit Shelving/Bookcase by Lou Hodges, c1970s
By Lou Hodges
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Freestanding Wall Unit Shelving, masterfully designed by Lou Hodges for the renowned California Design Group in
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Oak

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Bookcase Wall Units For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of bookcase wall units available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique bookcase wall units was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are 328 antique and vintage bookcase wall units for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Bookcase wall units have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Bookcase wall units made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small bookcase wall units measuring 12 inches across. Many bookcase wall units are appealing in their simplicity, but Poul Cadovius, Cado and Kai Kristiansen produced popular bookcase wall units that are worth a look.

How Much are Bookcase Wall Units?

Prices for bookcase wall units can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, bookcase wall units begin at $325 and can go as high as $44,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,299.

Finding the Right Bookcases for You

Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.

As long as curious people have collected stories, we have needed a place to stow them away and preserve them. When auction houses and book dealers proliferated by the late 17th century, the bibliophile was born. And, of course, as with any treasured decorative objects or collectibles, a book lover’s volumes were suddenly worthy of a luxurious display — enter the bookcase.

Americans of means during the 19th century took to amassing art as well as rare books, and bookcases of the era — rife with hand-carved decorative accents and architectural motifs — were ideal for displaying their handsome leather-bound wares.

Although our favorite titles may change over the years, the functionality and beauty of their home within our home is timeless. Even those who don’t covet the perfect home library can benefit from an attractive display case, as bookcases can easily double as charming étagères

Contemporary and customizable options make it easier for you to find the perfect bookcase for your style and stacks. If you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines, incorporate extra space to allow for additional displays and decorative objects. And by introducing a striking dark wood Art Deco bookcase or low-profile mid-century modern design by Paul McCobb into your living room, your signed first editions won’t be the only items making a statement. 

Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.

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