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Baughman Style Brushed Steel
Smoked Glass Etagere Shelving Unit
By Milo Baughman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
. Polished chrome framing brings this unit together in a functional, yet beautiful storage piece. In good
Category
Late 20th Century Shelves
Materials
Steel
French Midcentury Brass and Glass Angular Formed Shelving Unit
Located in Copenhagen K, DK
elongated glass shelves, divided into 3 triangular high sections with two lower units, one on each side and
Category
Mid-20th Century French Shelves
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Italian Free Standing Shelving Unit, 1950
s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice free standing shelve system, fabricated in Italy in the 50's.
4 wooden shelves with a black painted metal system and brass feet.
It is very easy to disassemble with 8...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal, Brass
Brazilian Modern Modular Shelving Unit by Ernesto Hauner, Brazil, 1960s
By Ernesto Hauner
Located in New York, NY
the integrity of the original design concept. Each unit functions as a freestanding architectural
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Brazilian Modern Modular Shelving Units by Ernesto Hauner, Brazil, 1960s
By Ernesto Hauner
Located in New York, NY
element—equally suited as a display system, storage unit, or subtle room divider. Its expressive rosewood
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Omni Freestanding Shelving Unit w/ Secretary Desk by George Nelson
By George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1960s. Modular freestanding unit with secretary desk. Walnut wood with omni metal rods.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Italian Free Standing Teak Shelving Unit, 1950
s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice free standing shelve system, fabricated in Italy in the 50's.
Wooden (teak veneer) shelves with a black painted metal system.
One cabinet with "drop down" door included wo...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Antique 19th Century Victorian French Marquetry Inlaid Etagere / Shelving Unit
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique 19th Century quality Victorian French marquetry inlaid etagere having the original pierced brass gallery three extremely attractive tiers with quality marquetry inlaid decora...
Category
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Shelves
Materials
Other
Vintage Geometric Gold-plated Shelving Unit by Belgo Chrom, 1970s
By Belgo Chrome
Located in Antwerp, Antwerp
Gold plated geometric etagère by Belgo Chrom, produced in the 1970’s. This console is also often attributed to Romeo Rega. It features beautiful unique geometric shelves with thick c...
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Italian Free Standing Teak Shelving Unit, 1950
s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice free standing shelve system, fabricated in Italy in the 50's.
Wooden (teak veneer) shelves with a black painted metal system.
It is very easy to disassemble.
We work wit...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Italian Free Standing Teak Shelving Unit, 1950
s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice free standing shelve system, fabricated in Italy in the 50's.
4 wooden (teak veneer) shelves with a black painted metal system.
It is very easy to disassemble.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Italian Free Standing Teak Shelving Unit, 1950
s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice free standing shelve system, fabricated in Italy in the 50's.
5 wooden (teak veneer) shelves with a black painted metal system.
It is very easy to disassemble.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Pilastro Enameled Metal Wall Shelving Unit with Desk
Light
By Tjerk Reijenga, Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wall-mounted shelving system by Pilastro brings functional Dutch design to life with enameled metal
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Shelves
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Mccobb Style Walnut Shelving Units - Set of 2
By Paul McCobb
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
cane doors that add rich texture and contrast. Open shelving provides easy access for everyday items
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Brazilian Modern Modular Shelving Unit n Hardwood, Ernesto Hauner, Brazil, 1960s
By Ernesto Hauner
Located in New York, NY
the integrity of the original design concept. Each unit functions as a freestanding architectural
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Brass Hollywood Regency Large Etagere, Wall Unit, or Shelving Unit
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large statement piece in very good condition. This wall unit features anodized brass aluminum
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
Tomado Industrial Wall Mount Shelving Unit with Red and Yellow Shelves
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century single section industrial style wall mounted shelving by the iconic TOMADO
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Pair of Kim Moltzer Brushed Steel Brass Green Lucite Shelving Units
By Kim Moltzer
Located in Paris, IDF
Simple lines point to this beautiful pair of shelving vitrines units mid-century roots. Designed by
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass, Steel
O. B. Solie for Ello Three Column Glass
Mirror Shelving Unit
By O.B. Solie, Ello Furniture
Located in Hanover, MA
Designed by O.B. Solie and officially known as the Pillars Wall Unit #P/145 by Ello Furniture
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Aluminum, Brass
Modern Chrome
Glass Arched Etagere Display Shelving Unit, Mid-20th Century
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Pair of Antique Figural Nude Putti giltwood Candelabra Lamp. Height to the top of the base is 20 inches.
Additional information:
Materials: Wood
Color: Gold
Period: Early 20th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
1970s Geometrical Chrome Shelving Unit in the Manner of Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Bensalem, PA
Uniquely shaped chrome etatgere with recessed smoked glass shelves.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Five Shelves Chrome and Glass Shelving Unit Étagère
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman style chrome all welded stainless steel étagère.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Pilastro Mid-Century Dutch Enameled Metal Wall Shelving Unit w/ Desk
Light
By Tjerk Reijenga, Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wall-mounted shelving system by Pilastro represents functional Dutch Mid-Century design with its
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Shelves
Materials
Metal
Modular Shelving Unit by Jorge Zalszupin for l
Atelier, Brazil, 1960
s
By Jorge Zalszupin
Located in Uithoorn, NL
Modular shelving rounded corner unit designed by Jorge Zalszupin in the 1950s, made from Brazilian
Category
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Etageres Shelving Units Flat Chrome
Glass
By Milo Baughman
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern flat bar chrome Etageres with 1/2 inch thick glass shelving. In
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Poul Cadovius Room Divider Teak Royal Wall System Free standing shelving Unit
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Store Heddinge, DK
revolutionary shift in modern interior design, introducing modular, wall-mounted, and free-standing shelving
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
$18,562 Sale Price
20% Off
Lucite and Aluminum Mid-Century Modern 5-Tier Etagere Vitrine Shelving Unit
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern 5-tier Lucite and glass etagere. Possibly designed by Charles Hollis Johnes.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit or Shelving Unit in Walnut with Milk Glass Shelves
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very cool asymetrical design book shelf or wall unit circa early 1960's.. The unit features
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass
Pilastro Two Section Wall Shelving Unit w/ Desk and Cabinet with Desk
Drawers
By Tjerk Reijenga, Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro enameled metal wall unit with a desk, a cabinet, and 4 shelves. The desk
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Rare Dutch 1930s De Stijl
Shelving Unit in the Style of Gerrit Rietveld
By Bas Van Pelt, Gerrit Rietveld
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
A rare find this 1930s Rietveld style shelving.
The 8 lacquered solid wooden shelves slide over
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch De Stijl Shelves
Materials
Metal
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Olinto Shelving Unit by Kazuhide Takahama for B&B Italia / C&B Italia, 1960s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Six-module cabinet in lacquered wood with height-adjustable shelves. Manufactured by B&B Italia, Olinto design. Measurements of a single module 230 h x 67 x 33 cm. Total length 404 c...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage Industrial Ball Joint Pipe Shelving Storage Unit Rack Bookcase
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Industrial steel pipe shelving unit with steel poles and cast iron ball joints.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Shelves
Materials
Metal, Steel, Iron
Post Modern Black Wood Modular Shelving Storage Unit
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A large black shelving unit. This versatile shelving unit is a great addition to any room. Its very
Category
Late 20th Century Shelves
Materials
Wood
Postmodern Steel Shelving
Located in London, GB
1980s corten steel shelving unit featuring a striking lattice grid structure. With an estimated
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Pierre Vandel 1970’s Shelving
By Pierre Vandel
Located in London, Lambeth
A Pierre Vandel black lacquered shelving unit,
with five glass shelves Cc1970’s French
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
Tall Narrow Brass Finish Adjustable Glass Shelves Unit Bookcase Storage Etagere
By Mastercraft
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern lighted brass finish display cabinet vitrine shelving unit.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
5-Tier Lucite and Glass Mid-Century Modern Étagère Shelf Wall Unit
By Charles Hollis Jones
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Lucite and glass tall narrow shelving unit étagère.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
listing other shelving unit parts by Nelson for Omni Systems. More cabinets, lights, shelves, no poles
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
will be listing other shelving unit parts by Nelson for Omni Systems. More cabinets, lights, shelves
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
.
I will be listing other shelving unit parts by Nelson for Omni Systems. More cabinets, lights
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Boho Style Design Bamboo Shelving Vitrine Unit Set, Italy 1960
s
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Boho Style Design Bamboo Shelving Unit Set of 2. Made in Italy, 1960's / 70's period. All
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Bohemian Vitrines
Materials
Bamboo, Smoked Glass
$2,665 Sale Price / set
20% Off
George Nelson - Omni System - Shelving or Wall Unit Walnut Cabinet Only - Parts
By George Nelson
Located in St. Louis, MO
shelving unit parts by Nelson for Omni Systems. More cabinets, lights, shelves, no poles, some brackets etc.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Windsor-Style Black and Gold Bordered Desk Top Shelving
Located in Queens, NY
Windsor-style (modern) black top of desk shelving unit with three compartments trimmed in gold
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Shelves
Materials
Porcelain
Thick Lucite Frame 6 Tier Mid Century Modern Etagere Shelving
By Pace Collection, Karl Springer
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Thick 3/4" lucite shelves heavy lucite structure etagere shelving unit with table level overhanging
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Glass, Lucite
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
Teak Storage Unit by Hans J. Wegner for Ry Mobler
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A teak freestanding shelving unit with adjustable shelves and cabinet Priced as shown with this 3
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Vintage Modernist Tubular Black Metal Shelving Etagere with Tinted Glass, Pair
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Modernist Tubular black metal shelving units/Etagere with tinted glass - pair
Vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Lips Vago
Triennale
Bookcases or Shelving System in Dark Green Lacquered Steel
By Lips Vago
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Lips Vago, 'Triennale' set of four shelving units or bookcases, dark green lacquered steel, Italy
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
20th Century Italian Industrial Library Shelving
Located in Miami, FL
condition with minor scratches. A versatile shelving unit for use in a kitchen, media room, library or as a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Nickel
$5,590 / set
Spectacular Shelving Pagoda Faux Bamboo and Brass Chippendale Chinoiserie
Located in Mombuey, Zamora
elegant shelving unit. Its cascading shape and the brass touches on its finials make it a beautiful and
Category
Mid-20th Century English Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Brass
$3,046 Sale Price
20% Off
Partner 2506 Shelf by Alberto Meda and Paolo Rizzatto for Kartell
By Alberto Meda, Paolo Rizzatto, Kartell
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1998. Italy. Modular Shelving unit with plastic bookend inserts. Metal shelves.
Category
1990s Italian Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Three Shelf Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial style shelving unit with black metal frame.
Please confirm location.
Category
20th Century Industrial Shelves
Materials
Metal
Metal X Shape Base Six Tier Shelves Etagere
By Maison Jansen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Custom made 6 tier Mid-Century Modern style etagere shelving unit.
Category
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
Black, Yellow
Red Tomado Style Industrial Metal Shelving by Drentea, 1960
s
By Drentea
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Drentea Emmen industrial shelving with black, yellow and red shelves on black enameled
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Large French Neoclassical Pine Bookcase
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large French neoclassical Louis XVI style pine bookcase - Shelving unit.
Category
Vintage 1940s Neoclassical Bookcases
Materials
Pine
Console by C.M. Varos for La Casa Moderna, Italy, 1950s
Located in Milan, IT
Wall shelving unit by C.M. Varos for La Casa Moderna.
Literature available upon request.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Console Tables
Materials
Brass
1960s Chrome and Walnut Ètagerè
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern étagère or open display shelving unit. Shelves are non-adjustable.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Chrome
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Used Shelving Units For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of used shelving units available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, all used shelving units available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of used shelving units available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Industrial used shelving units are consistently popular styles. Used shelving units have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Poul Cadovius, Cado and Tomado are consistently popular.
How Much are Used Shelving Units?
Used shelving units can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,897, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $38,000.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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.
Questions About Used Shelving Units
- What is a shelving unit?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A shelving unit is a flexible piece of furniture with shelves that can be rearranged to accommodate various objects such as books, collectibles, sculptures and other items for display. It can also feature dividers and can be moved or adjusted for added functionality. Shop a collection of antique and vintage shelving units and shelves on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Tempered glass is used most often for shelving. It is five to six times stronger than ordinary glass and provides better protection and safety. Shop a variety of vintage and antique tempered glass on 1stDibs.
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