How do you clean a vintage wooden box?

To clean a vintage wood box, wipe it with a soft cloth moistened with mild dish soap and water. You can use a soft-bristled brush and soapy water to remove dirt from the hinges and clasp. Next, use a fresh, damp cloth to wipe away the soap and then finish by drying with a third cloth. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wood boxes.

Vintage Wooden Shelves

Free Standing Cabinet

Mid Century Storage Unit

1950s Metal Cabinets

Industrial Wood And Metal Shelves

Vintage Industrial Shelf

1960 Italian Bookcases

Teak Storage Units Midcentury

Mid Century Modern Wall Shelves

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Suspended Wooden Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960s

$6,051

20th Century Industrial Metal and Wooden Shelf

Located in High Point, NC

A wooden and metal shelf created in 20th century France. Industrial, yet surprisingly homey, this

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20th Century French Industrial Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Metal

20th Century Industrial Metal and Wooden Shelf

$1,995

Italian Entrance Shelf with Wooden Structure, 1960s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian entrance shelf with wooden structure, 1960s Italian entrance shelf with wooden structure

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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Brass

Italian Entrance Shelf with Wooden Structure, 1960s

$593

PAUL Mccobb CONSOLE TABLE

Located in Los Angeles, CA

MODERN CONSOLE TABLE BRASS FRAME WITH MARBLE TOP AND WOODEN SHELVES.

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1950s American Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Marble, Brass

PAUL Mccobb CONSOLE TABLE

$1,800

Mid-Century Wooden Wall Unit, Italy 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-century wooden wall unit - Italy 1960s.

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1960s Italian Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Wooden Wall Unit, Italy 1960s

$2,610

Mid-Century Wooden Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-century wooden wall unit - Italy, 1960s.

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1960s Italian Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Wooden Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s

$4,271

Mid-Century Wooden Wall Unit, Italy 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-century wooden wall unit - Italy 1960s.

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1960s Italian Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Wooden Wall Unit, Italy 1960s

$2,610

Folky Handmade Wooden 1940 s Boat Shelf

Located in Los Angeles, CA

One of a kind wooden handmade red and white boat shelf. This came out of a lakeside estate in the

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1940s American Vintage Wooden Shelves

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Wood

Folky Handmade Wooden 1940 s Boat Shelf

20th Century British Wooden Shelf on Wheels

Located in High Point, NC

wheels at the base suggest that this piece was originally designed as a drinks cabinet; the airy wooden

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20th Century British Art Deco Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

20th Century British Wooden Shelf on Wheels

$2,995

Small Wooden Library by Guglielmo Pecorino, Italy, 1950s

Located in Quarrata, IT

Small library with wooden structure designed by Guglielmo Pecorini and produced in Italy during

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1950s Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Small Wooden Library by Guglielmo Pecorino, Italy, 1950s

$2,017

20th Century Central European Metal and Wooden Shelf

Located in High Point, NC

A wooden and metal shelf created in 20th century central Europe. Industrial, yet surprisingly homey

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20th Century Polish Industrial Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Metal

20th Century Central European Metal and Wooden Shelf

$2,595

Banz Bord wooden Floating Wall System, 1970s

By Banz bord

Located in Den Haag, NL

5 piece floating wall system from German floating furniture specialists Banz Bord. trademark invisible steel wall mounts. Germany 1970s good condition. Complete with all the hardware...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Brass

Banz Bord wooden Floating Wall System, 1970s

$4,449 / set

Pair of elegant 1960 s rattan nightstands

Located in Milano, IT

Pair of rattan nightstands with two wooden shelves. Italian manufacture, around 1960. 45xh65

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Rattan

Pair of elegant 1960 s rattan nightstands

$4,983

Mid-Century Wooden Drawers Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-century wooden drawers wall unit - Italy 1960s.

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1960s Italian Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Wooden Drawers Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s

$2,610

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s

$2,669

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wooden Wall Unit, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wooden Wall Unit, 1960s

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Italian Wooden Wall Unit, 1960s

$2,847

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit, Italy, 1960s

$4,983

Wooden Hand-Painted Faux Tortoise Shell Etagere by Lane

By Lane Furniture

Located in Redding, CT

Wooden hand-painted faux tortoise shell Etagere by Lane. Simple lines make up this parsons style

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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Wooden Hand-Painted Faux Tortoise Shell Etagere by Lane

$1,200

Vintage 1960s Service Trolley Mahogany Veneer Italy

By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting

Located in Milano, IT

Service trolley with mahogany veneered wooden shelves and solid wood frame, enameled metal

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage 1960s Service Trolley Mahogany Veneer Italy

$593

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Slatted Suspended Shelf, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern wooden slatted suspended shelf - Italy 1960s.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Slatted Suspended Shelf, Italy, 1960s

$2,729

Derk Jan de Vries Modular Wooden Wall Unit, 1980s

Located in Brussels, BE

Derk Jan de Vries Modular Wooden Wall Unit, 1980s Dimensions : 76 x 38 x 38cm 38 x 38 x 38cm.

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1980s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Derk Jan de Vries Modular Wooden Wall Unit, 1980s

$5,873

20th Century French Metal Wooden Bakery Cart On Wheels

Located in High Point, NC

, featuring a sturdy metal frame paired with wooden slat shelving. Designed for durability and mobility, its

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20th Century French Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Metal

20th Century French Metal Wooden Bakery Cart On Wheels

$3,395

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Modular Wall Unit, Italy, 1980s

Located in Brussels, BE

Measures: H: 45 x W: 45 x D: 41 H: 94 x D: 41 x W: 43,3 H: 94,5 cm x W: 90,5 cm x D: 41 cm.

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1980s Italian Vintage Wooden Shelves

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Modular Wall Unit, Italy, 1980s

$5,695

Antique Wooden Wall Cabinet Shelf Unit Modernist Style, circa 1940

Located in Barcelona, ES

Shelves designed by an unknown designer in modernist style, circa 1940 Manufactured in France

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood, Pine

Antique Wooden Wall Cabinet Shelf Unit Modernist Style, circa 1940

$1,518

English Oval Wooden Bookshelf with Brass Decorations and Three Heights

Located in Marbella, ES

English Oval Wooden Bookshelf with Brass Decorations and Three Heights

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1950s English Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Brass

English Oval Wooden Bookshelf with Brass Decorations and Three Heights

$3,559

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Georges Coslin, 1950s

By George Coslin

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Georges Coslin, 1950s

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Georges Coslin, 1950s

$8,187

1970s Spanish 4-Shelf 2-Door Painted Wooden Industrial Bookshelf

Located in Marbella, ES

Vintage 1970s Spanish 4-shelf and 2-door painted wooden industrial bookshelf.

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Late 20th Century Spanish Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

1970s Spanish 4-Shelf 2-Door Painted Wooden Industrial Bookshelf

$9,492

Post - Modern "John IId" Shelving Unit by Philippe Starck for Disform, 1980

By Philippe Starck

Located in Barcelona, Cataluna

design. Consists of 2 black coated tubular metal rods which supports 5 wooden shelves through an

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1980s Post-Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

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Metal

Post - Modern "John IId" Shelving Unit by Philippe Starck for Disform, 1980

$2,373

French Design Wooden Wall Rack Made of Thin Wood, 1960

Located in Oirlo, LI

French Design Wooden wall rack made of thin wood, 1960 This is a beautiful wall rack bought in

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

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Wood

French Design Wooden Wall Rack Made of Thin Wood, 1960

$563

Turn of the Century French Wooden Shelf with Original Patina

Located in High Point, NC

This wooden shelf was crafted in France during the turn of the century. An antique gem, this piece

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20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Turn of the Century French Wooden Shelf with Original Patina

$795

Turn of the Century French Wooden Shelf with Original Patina

Located in High Point, NC

This wooden shelf was crafted in France during the turn of the century. An antique gem, this piece

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20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Turn of the Century French Wooden Shelf with Original Patina

$795

Turn of the Century French Wooden Shelf with Original Patina

Located in High Point, NC

This wooden shelf was crafted in France during the turn of the century. An antique gem, this piece

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20th Century French French Provincial Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Turn of the Century French Wooden Shelf with Original Patina

$995

Midcentury Modern Semicircular Black Metal Wood Chrome Italian Dry Bar, 1970

Located in Madrid, ES

Dry bar with metal structure in the form of a grid, details in chromed steel and wooden shelves.

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Modern Semicircular Black Metal Wood Chrome Italian Dry Bar, 1970

$2,076

Vintage Safe on Casters

Located in Oakville, CT

This black painted vintage safe has a scalloped face plate, flat key with wooden shelves and box

Category

20th Century American Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Metal

Vintage Safe on Casters

$2,500

Mid-Century Modern Modular Wooden Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma, Italy, 1970s

By Amma

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern modular wooden wall unit "Extenso" by Amma, Italy, 1970s Depending on how you

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Modular Wooden Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma, Italy, 1970s

$9,729

Mid-Century Suspended Wooden Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius - Denmark 1960s

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-century suspended wooden wall unit by Poul Cadovius - Denmark 1960s.

Category

1960s Danish Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Suspended Wooden Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius - Denmark 1960s

$5,339

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Shelve by Derk Jan de Vries, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Shelve by Derk Jan de Vries, 1960s

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Shelve by Derk Jan de Vries, 1960s

$1,512 / set

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1950s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1950s

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1950s

$2,551

Mid-Century Suspended Wooden Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960s

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Suspended Wooden Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960s

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Suspended Wooden Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960s

$6,941

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1950s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1950s

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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1950s

$2,551

Mid-Century Suspended Wooden Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960s

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Suspended Wooden Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960s

Category

1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Suspended Wooden Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius, Denmark, 1960s

$10,501

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall Unit by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960s

$6,763

Romeo Rega Geometric Brass Étagère with Black Lacquered Wooden Base, Italy, 1980

By Romeo Rega

Located in Roma, IT

detail of a structure made of gold, and chromed brass shelves. The shelf shape was designed for optimal

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Chrome, Brass

Romeo Rega Geometric Brass Étagère with Black Lacquered Wooden Base, Italy, 1980

$7,119

1970s Danish Wall Mounted Floating Wooden Shelf Metal Shelving Unit Book Shelf

Located in London, England

metal shelf supports are fixed to the wall at the top. The height adjustable shelves are fixed onto the

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Mid-20th Century Danish Industrial Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Metal, Steel

1970s Danish Wall Mounted Floating Wooden Shelf Metal Shelving Unit Book Shelf

$799

Modern Wooden Display Case or Shelving Unit with Glass Top from Saks

Located in Houston, TX

to a boutique or dream closet as a clothing or jewelry display. Top shelves on either side pull out

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20th Century American Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Modern Wooden Display Case or Shelving Unit with Glass Top from Saks

$3,500

Vintage Wine Rack, 18 Case, 216 Bottle, Cellar Racking, Wooden, Galvanized Frame

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a 20th century vintage wine rack, 18 case, 216 bottle storage for the cellar, wooden

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Late 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Steel

Vintage Wine Rack, 18 Case, 216 Bottle, Cellar Racking, Wooden, Galvanized Frame

$1,591

Vintage Green Industrial Shelf

Located in Kojetice, CZ

The industrial shelf consists of a green iron structure and two wooden shelves. The weight of the

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Mid-20th Century European Industrial Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Iron

Vintage Green Industrial Shelf

$354

Midcentury Set of Modular Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan De Vries, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century set of modular wooden cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, Italy, 1960s.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Set of Modular Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan De Vries, Italy, 1960s

$5,784

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Shelve by Derk Jan de Vries, The Netherlands 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern wooden shelve by Derk Jan de Vries - The Netherlands 1960s - 2 Available.

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1960s Dutch Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Shelve by Derk Jan de Vries, The Netherlands 1960s

$3,025 / set

Mid-Century Industrialist Metal Wood Etagere

Located in Astoria, NY

Mid-Century Industrialist etagere with white painted metal frame and six wooden shelves. Provenance

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Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Industrialist Metal Wood Etagere

$2,800

Mid-Century Set of Modular Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, The Netherlands

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-century set of modular wooden cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, The Netherlands, 1960s.

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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Set of Modular Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, The Netherlands

$4,508

Mid-Century Set of Modular Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Set of Modular Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, Italy, 1960s Dimensions : Cube

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Set of Modular Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, Italy, 1960s

$6,882

Mid-Century Set of Modular Green Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century set of modular green wooden cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, Italy , 1960s Measures

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Set of Modular Green Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, 1960s

$4,152

Mid-Century Set of Modular Green Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century set of modular green wooden cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, The Netherlands, 1960s

Category

1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Set of Modular Green Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, 1960s

$3,915

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall unit, in the style of Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall unit, in the style of Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s Height is modular

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Wooden Wall unit, in the style of Franco Albini, Italy, 1960s

$5,695

Cabinet Symmetrical Front and Back Circa 1960 France

Located in Jersey City, NJ

base. Interior contains two wooden shelves on either side.

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wooden Shelves

Materials

Metal

Cabinet Symmetrical Front and Back Circa 1960 France

$8,500

Beautiful Industrial Metal Apothecary Dispay Case

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Industrial display cabinet, features latching glass door, two wooden shelves, beautifully sculpted

Category

20th Century American Industrial Vintage Wooden Shelves

Beautiful Industrial Metal Apothecary Dispay Case

$1,700

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Vintage Wooden Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of vintage wooden shelves available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and iron, all vintage wooden shelves available were constructed with great care. Vintage wooden shelves have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern and Industrial vintage wooden shelves are consistently popular styles. Torrie Groening produced beautiful vintage wooden shelves that are worth considering.

How Much are Vintage Wooden Shelves?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,495, while they’re typically $203 on the low end and $6,523 highest priced.

Questions About Vintage Wooden Shelves

How do you clean a vintage wooden box?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
To clean a vintage wood box, wipe it with a soft cloth moistened with mild dish soap and water. You can use a soft-bristled brush and soapy water to remove dirt from the hinges and clasp. Next, use a fresh, damp cloth to wipe away the soap and then finish by drying with a third cloth. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of wood boxes.

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