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Scandinavian Shelving Unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler, Denmark, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Porto, PT
Shelving unit by Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler.
Additional measurements: 13 shelves 24 x 86 cm.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Steel Shelving Unit
Located in Seattle, WA
Stamped steel Art Deco four-shelf display unit.
Category
Vintage 1930s American Shelves
Materials
Steel
$2,100
Mid-Century Modern Italian Pair of Spruce Painted Wood Industrial Shelving Units
Located in Florence, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian pair of spruce painted wood industrial shelving units.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Spruce
Joelle Ferlande Shelving Unit for Kappa, France, 1971
By Joelle Ferlande, Kappa
Located in Megeve, FR
Iconic wall-mounted shelving unit "ZigZag" designed by Joelle Ferlande for Kappa, France, 1971
Category
Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Stainless Steel
Colourful Postmodern Formica Lacquer Bent Metal Cubic Shelving Unit on Wheels
By Ettore Sottsass, Peter Shire, Memphis Milano
Located in PARIS, FR
A unique piece, this graphic, playful shelving unit epitomises the Italian post-modern aesthetic
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Rare "John ILD" Shelving Unit with desk by Philippe Starck for Disform, 1977
By Disform, Philippe Starck
Located in București, B
This rare "John ILD" shelving unit with an integrated desk was designed by Philippe Starck for
Category
Antique 1890s French Post-Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Postmodern "The Colonnades" Shelving Unit by Pascal Mourgue for Artelano, 1990s
By Pascal Mourgue
Located in București, B
This totemic shelving unit was designed by Pascal Mourgue for Artelano in the 1990s. It's part of
Category
1990s French Post-Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood
GORDON
S Late 20th Century Campaign Style Shelving Unit - B
By Gordon Furniture Co.
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Campaign style narrow shelving unit by Gordon's Furniture, of Johnson City, Tennessee, USA
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Prototype "The Colonnades" Shelving Unit by Pascal Mourgue for Artelano, 1990s
By Pascal Mourgue
Located in București, B
This rare totemic shelving unit was designed by Pascal Mourgue for Artelano in the 1990s. It's a
Category
1990s French Post-Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood
Gerald McCabe Convertible Cantilever Console Table or Shelving Unit
By Gerald McCabe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
.
Shelving unit: 28" wide x 54" high x 16" deep.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Lucite, Wood
Compact modular shelving unit
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W48 D14 H24
Vintage compact modualr unit that has been lightly refinshed with new top coats added
Category
Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Ignazio Gardella Shelving Unit
By Ignazio Gardella
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bookshelf in enameled steel and brass brackets with wood shelves by Ignazio Gardella (1905-1999) produced by Azucena.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Shelves
Great Industrial Shelving Unit
Located in Pasadena, CA
Good for display and room divider. Very clean.Bleacher style wood shelves.Could be used in home, loft or shop.
Category
Vintage 1940s American Shelves
Materials
Steel
Shelving Unit from the Oak Series by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Cologne, DE
Shelving unit from the Oak Series, designed in 1956 by Cees Braakman, manufactured in the
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vitrines
Materials
Oak
Shelving Unit from Factory Paint Box, Wall mounted Cupboard, Cabinet, Shelves
Located in Madison, WI
Storage cabinet, shelving unit made from factory paint box, 1960s. Built-in shelves of reclaimed
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets
Materials
Steel
Compas Feet Reconstruction Era Shelving Unit in Dark Brown Oak, France 1950
s
By Pierre Cruège
Located in New York, NY
René Gabriel era shelving unit.
Compas feet.
In the style of Pierre Cruège.
In good vintage
Category
Vintage 1950s French Shelves
Materials
Oak
Shelving Unit by Belgo Chrome
By Belgo Chrome
Located in Meulebeke, BE
Hollywood style wall unit with two lights on top. Produced by Belgo chrome in the 1970s.
Made from
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
24k Gold
Midcentury Teak Wall Shelving Unit
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Chicago, IL
• Teak wood
• Mountable
• Designed by Poul Cadovius for Cado,
• France
• Other coordinating pieces available,
• mid-20th century
• Measures: 31.5” W x 16" D x 97.5” H.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Teak Wall Shelving Unit
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Chicago, IL
•Mid-20th century
•Teak wood
•Mountable
•Designed by Poul Cadovius for Cado
•France
•Other coordinating pieces available
•Measures: 31.5” W x 16" D x 97.5” H.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Teak Wall Shelving Unit
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Chicago, IL
•Mid-20th century
•Teak wood
•Mountable
•Designed by Poul Cadovius for Cado
•France
•Other coordinating pieces available
•Measures: 31.5” W x 16" D x 97.5” H.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Teak Wall Shelving Unit
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in Chicago, IL
•Mid-20th century
•Teak wood
•Mountable
•Designed by Poul Cadovius for Cado
•France
•Other coordinating pieces available
•Measures: 31.5” W x 16" D x 97.5” H.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
Vintage Rattan Shelving Unit, 1970s
Located in Chesham, GB
A vintage rattan bookshelf/ Bohemian bookcase with arched top and wrapped edges. The bookcase features four shelves.
Category
Vintage 1970s Bohemian Bookcases
Materials
Wicker
Shelving Unit by Osvaldo Borsani
By Arredamenti Borsani
Located in New York, NY
Anodised aluminium, solid teak wood shelves, teak wood veneered plywood side stanchions.
Manufactured by Arredamenti Borsani, circa 1946.
Measures: 202 x 83 x 33 cm.
Literature:...
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Large Five-Module Shelving Unit
Located in Madrid, Madrid
A five modules furniture composed by cabinets, showcases and shelves, all in mahogany-wood with black bakelite handles and painted-iron structure.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Shelves
Materials
Iron, Metal
Iconic Shelving Unit by Gary Hutton
By Gary Hutton
Located in San Francisco, CA
case, we have an incredible wall unit designed by Gary Hutton in 1984. I had the pleasure of visiting
Category
Late 20th Century American Shelves
Materials
Wood
Swedish Shelving Unit by Nisse Strinning
By Nils Nisse Strinning
Located in San Diego, CA
Adjustable shelves on Iron frame that folds flat for easy moving. Designed by Nisse Strinning in Sweden c.1950's
Category
Vintage 1950s Swedish Shelves
Materials
Iron
American Tubular Blue Steel Shelving Unit
Located in New York, NY
Original Design, reclaimed materials from GM Midwest Factory.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Bookcases
American Tubular Blue Steel Shelving Unit
Located in New York, NY
Reclaimed blue steel partitions from GM's Midwest offices
Category
Vintage 1960s American Shelves
Leather Cutter repurposed as shelving unit
By Turner Wall Art
Located in Dallas, TX
Industrial Leather Cutter with stamped metal patent dated February 19, 1909, Peabody, Mass., fitted with white marble shelves. Made for use by the Turner Tanning Machinery Co.
Category
20th Century American Shelves
Materials
Marble, Metal
Danish Design Teak Room Divider Shelving Unit Storage G Plan Era Midcentury
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
room divider shelving unit in stunning teak with it’s beautiful lines, rich grain and stunning tapered
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
Pair of 1950s Industrial Green Shelving Units
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
We love this vintage industrial storage. Produced in the 1950s by 'Bay Engineering' in Devon.
The green finish is actually an enamel rather than paint. These have masses of patin...
Category
Vintage 1950s English Shelves
Materials
Enamel, Steel
$1,807 / set
Wall Shelving Unit in Pine - Jul de Roover
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A wall unit in pine with a black painted steel structure. Designed for a house in Antwerp by
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Mahogany Display Cabinet Bookshelf, Shelving Unit
Located in London, GB
A mahogany display cabinet or bookshelf. Fully fronted glass sliding doors and wood shelves. Original label on the back made in London.
Category
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Acid-Etched Shelving Unit by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft acid etched bookshelf with removable and adjustable shelves.
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Antique Armoire or Shelving Unit with Rolled Glass Door Panels
Located in Lakeville, CT
Large and impressive cabinet with original rolled glass door panels that would be at home in the bedroom, kitchen, dining room or anyplace you can benefit from storage space and an o...
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Empire Cupboards
Materials
Glass, Wood
Dutch Design Wall Shelving Unit by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, 1950s
By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Udenhout, Noord Brabant
This Dutch design metal wall system was designed by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro in the 1950s. The system features original black uprights and a dark grey and mustard yellow shelf.
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
PS Wall Unit Danish Shelving System Writing Bureau Floating Randers
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
PS system teak shelving unit.
Peter Sorensen for Randers Møbelfabrik.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Teak
PS Wall Unit Danish Shelving System Bookshelves Floating Randers
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
PS system double bay teak shelving unit.
Peter Sorensen for Randers Møbelfabrik.
Denmark
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Ps Wall Unit Danish Shelving System Chest Drawers Floating Randers
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
Genuine PS System teak shelving unit.
Peter Sorensen for Randers Møbelfabrik.
Denmark, circa 1965.
Category
Mid-20th Century English Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Teak
PS Wall Unit Danish Shelving System Chest of Drawers Floating Randers
Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
PS system teak shelving unit.
Peter Sorensen for Randers Møbelfabrik. Denmark, circa 1965.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Cado Four-Bay Rosewood Shelving System
By Poul Cadovius
Located in New York, NY
A four-bay rosewood shelving unit by Paul Cadovius. Includes ten shelves, a bar with key, a glass
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Calvin Credenza
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Credenza with shelving unit
Designed by Paul McCobb for Calvin
USA, circa 1950s
Mahogany
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
Perforated Steel Bookcase
Located in New York, NY
The is a perforated factory shelving unit/bookcase
Category
Early 20th Century American Shelves
Materials
Steel
Mid-Century Modern Paul McCobb for Calvin Credenza
By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
credenza: 34” h x 66” w x 19 ¼” d
top shelving unit: 48” h x 60” w x 14” d
manufacturer’s label located
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Brass
"GEA" Takahama for Gavina
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Milan, IT
Shelving unit by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, 196.
Satin finish blue colored lacquer over
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Bookcases
Materials
Bentwood
"Corner" Shelf by Marcello Morandini
By Marcello Morandini, Rena Rosenthal
Located in Hudson, NY
Striking "Corner" shelving unit designed by Marcello Morandini for Rosenthal. Excellent shape
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Shelves
Materials
Wood
19th Century Bamboo Etagere
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
versatile bamboo shelving unit. The piece is topped off with an elaborate bamboo gallery.
Category
Antique 19th Century English Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Lacquer
Rare 1960s Floating Modular Shelving System Wall Unit By Brianco
Located in Tonbridge, Kent
Mid-Century Modern Modular Teak and Metal Floating Shelving Wall Unit by Brianco, United Kingdom
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Metal
9 Midcentury Floating Tricolor Metal Wall Bookshelves Matégot for Artimeta
By Artimeta, Mathieu Matégot
Located in Brussels, Ixelles
Rare and large set of eight tricolor metal shelving units from Mathieu Mate´got for Artimeta
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Metal
Recovered Architectual Corbels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Give these reclaimed corbels new life as a console, shelving unit or use them as decoration. $375
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Architectural Elements
Materials
Wood
$375 / set
Signed Romeo Rega Brass Chrome and Lucite Bookshelf with Burl Walnut Base
By Romeo Rega
Located in London, GB
An Italian shelving unit by Romeo Rega, signed to the top of the chrome frame. Rectangular storage
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Huge Romeo Rega Italian Brass and Chrome Étagère, circa 1970
By Romeo Rega
Located in Houston, TX
A stunning large scale Romeo Rega vintage Italian chrome and brass étagère shelving unit from Italy
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Shelves
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Paul McCobb Calvin Group Irwin Collection, Shelving Storage Cabinet, circa 1960
By Paul McCobb
Located in Madison, WI
Paul McCobb for Calvin Group Irwin collection. Shelving unit, storage cabinet, breakfront, wall
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Manfredo Massironi Brass Wall Unit for Nikol International Midcentury Hollywood
By Manfredo Massironi
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare Manferdo Massironi brass semi-spherical shelving unit with interlocking smoked
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Shelves
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Rosewood Credenza / Bookcase
Located in Akron, OH
Vintage Danish modern rosewood credenza with removable shelving unit. Absolutely stunning rosewood
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Credenzas
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
Sideboard by Mario Sabot in the Manner of Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot
Located in Vancouver, BC
drawers and shelving units, middle section is a flip down door. This piece was limited to a production run
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Sideboards
Materials
Chrome
Early Century Vintage French Pine Shop Counter
Located in Madrid, ES
and features two drawers and a low shelving unit. It is in very good vintage condition with some signs
Category
Vintage 1920s French Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Pine, Wood
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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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