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Milo Baughman Style Tall Chrome and Glass Column Étagère
By Milo Baughman
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Milo Baughman style tall chrome and glass column étagère,
Each one fitted with four 17 inch square clear glass shelves. Each cube shelf has a display height of 17.5"
Sold individual...
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Mastercraft Tall Brass Regency Style Étagère
By Mastercraft
Located in North Miami, FL
This very tall étagère shows five thick glass shelves (can take two more if desired) and is very stable. This design is truly chic!
Category
1960s American Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
vintage Louis van Teeffelen for Wébé wall unit
By Louis Van Teeffelen, WéBé
Located in Lemmer, NL
vintage wall unit Louis van Teeffelen Wébé
period 1960s
design Louis van Teeffelen Wébé Netherlands
condition good minor signs of use
size 170 x 174 x 33 (hxbxd)
details ...
Category
1960s Dutch Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
Chinoiserie Pagoda Display Cabinet in the Brighton Pavilion Style
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Large Brighton Pavilion Pagoda style display cabinet by Edwards & Roberts of England.
Category
19th Century English Chinoiserie Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
IMPORTANT ANTiQUE WILLIAM IV 1830 3.5 METER WIDE LIBRARY BOOKCASE BRASS GALLERY
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this important, one of a kind, William IV Breakfront Library bookcase with Brass Gallery rail top and fully ...
Category
1830s English William IV Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 74.22 in W 36.03 in D 14.18 in
Renato Zevi Chrome and Brass Small Étagère
By Belgo Chrome, Romeo Rega
Located in Hanover, MA
This is a chromed steel and brass trim small scale étagère, in the round, open from all sides, with four removable tempered safety glass shelves; two center, one floating on top and ...
Category
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Romeo Rega Brass & Espresso Color Enamel Shelf Cabinet
By Romeo Rega
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this circa 1970s shelf cabinet is attributed to Romeo Rega. The base is an espresso colored enamel over wood with a brass base and hardware. Open internal storage com...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Paul Evans Wall Mirror & Console Table Shelf in Brass & Chrome
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible design combination, a cityscape wall shelf and mirror designed by Paul Evans in the 1970's. The set features fine heavy construction with brass & chrome clad patchwork ...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Chrome Smoked Glass Étagère Bookcase Shelf Baughman Style
By Milo Baughman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mid-Century Modern chrome and smoked glass étagère bookcase shelf. Item features sleek chrome metal frame, five smoked glass shelves, clean modernist lines, circa 1970s. Meas...
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Chrome
H 74 in W 35.5 in D 16 in
Gilt Metal Flowers Decorated Italian Pyramid Shape Display Shelves Etagere Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Gilt metal flowers decorated Italian pyramid shape display shelves etagere table.
4 Tier etagere decorative accent shelf display unit.
Category
20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 53 in W 19 in D 19 in
Primitive Folk Art Painted Pink Wall Shelf, Handmade Curio Cabinet, Spice Rack
Located in Chicago, IL
Charming handmade folk art wall shelf in pale pink paint with curvy side brackets. One of a kind and highly functional. Can be set on a surface or hung on the wall. Lovely for curios...
Category
1940s Unknown Folk Art Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood, Paint
H 25 in W 12.13 in D 5.5 in
Vintage French Bread Pastry Wood Bakers Rack Cart, 1920’s
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Vintage Wooden Bakers Bread and Pastry Cart on Discs as Wheels, France 1920’s.
As seen through France these are one of a kind rolling bakers rack that make a wonderful addition to a...
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Regency Style Carved Mahogany Faux Bamboo Etagere / Shelf / Book
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a regency style carved fruitwood faux bamboo shelf / etagere / bookcase. The shelves are about 11.75” deep, and 14 inches in height. The top shelf is the only one that has a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 70.5 in W 30 in D 12.5 in
ONE AVAILABLE. Display Shelves in Red Tubular Enameled Steel with 3/8 Inch Glass
Located in Kansas City, MO
ONE AVAILABLE. Storage shelves with 3/8 inch polished edge glass and red enameled tubular frames. Very good condition. Price is for each. These would work well in any mid century, p...
Category
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Glass
H 68.5 in W 33.5 in D 15 in
Poul Cadovius Royal System, 2 Bay Unit
By Royal System, Poul Cadovius
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Poul Cadovius 2 Bay Royal System. Set includes one large cabinet, measures 34.5 x 45" tall and 14.75 deep, opens to reveal 4 shelves for storage. Four 8" deep shelves and one 12.5 ...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Ochre Enameled Pilastro Wall Mount Telephone Table with Cubby
By Pilastro, Tjerk Reijenga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century ochre enameled metal wall shelf by Pilastro. The rack has a slanted perforated metal magazine cubby, great for books or newspapers, and a top shelf. Originally for holdin...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 13 in W 9.25 in D 8.25 in
Vintage Ikea 'Enetri' Shelf by Niels Gammelgaard for Ikea, 1980s String Shelving
By Niels Gammelgaard, IKEA
Located in Zagreb, HR
The famous Ikea shelf designed by Niels Gammelgaard in the 1980s, first introduced as the 'Moment' shelf, and later changing its name to 'Enetri' and 'Guide'.
One of the most search...
Category
1980s European Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 63 in W 66.93 in D 13 in
English 1850s Rosewood Three-Tiered Trolley with Carved Side Posts and Casters
Located in Atlanta, GA
This English rosewood tiered trolley from the mid-19th century features three rectangular shelves with carved edges on four sides secured within four elegant side posts. The posts ar...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
H 30.5 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in
Dieter Rams Designed System 606 Metal Wall Mount Shelving Unit by Vitsoe
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare all metal shelving unit from the "606" series, made by Vitsoe and designed by the renowned German designer Dieter Rams in 1960. The "less, but better" mentality of German indust...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 71.5 in W 108.5 in D 15 in
e15 Set of Two Profil Shelves designed by Jörg Schellmann in Stock
By e15
Located in New York, NY
Evoking associations with minimal art, the wall-mounted shelf PROFIL by Jörg Schellmann bears a distinct sculptural appeal. The aluminium shelf is produced in one piece by way of ext...
Category
2010s German Used Book Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
Franco Albini Midcentury Wall Shelf or Console in Rattan and Bamboo, Italy, 1960
By Franco Albini
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful midcentury large wall shelf or console in curved bamboo, rattan and hand-woven wicker. This incredibly charming piece was designed by the mastery of Franco Albini and produ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
H 32.29 in W 35.44 in D 17.33 in
2 Tier Oak Wall Shelf
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th century 2-tier oak wall shelf
Category
19th Century Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood, Oak
Vintage French Baker's Rack Iron and Brass
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Vintage wrought iron and brass three shelf French Baker's Rack. Scrolled details on side & top. Impressive substantial brass guards. Very nice condition with patinated brass trim.
Cu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass, Iron
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Moroccan Style Rustic Iron Etagere With Glass Sh
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
Striking Mid-20th Century Moroccan Revival style iron etagere featuring an arched dome top with flame finials and beautifully detailed scrollwork. The iron frame retains its original...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Iron
H 82 in W 37 in D 13 in
1950s Rattan Wall Shelf, Magazine Rack
Located in Miami, FL
1950s Rattan Wall shelf, great for books, letters or records. Hung with two screws.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Rattan
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Dutch Mid-Century Mario Vender Style Three Section Pine Shelving Unit by Pastoe
By Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Dutch Mid-Century "Combex" series 3 section pine shelving unit by Pastoe with great lines. Left section (32.75”w) with 3 upper shelves and a lower burlap faced double door cabinet....
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Leather, Pine
H 74.75 in W 97 in D 15 in
19th Century Italian Giltwood Shelf with Carved Angels
By Interi
Located in Dublin, Dalkey
19th century Italian giltwood shelf with angel and rococo-style carvings.
The piece came from an important palazzo in Tuscany. It has faint green verdigris underlay with the gold l...
Category
19th Century Italian Rococo Revival Used Book Shelves
Materials
Gold Leaf
Japanese Old Display Stand with BK color / Japanese Old Wooden Shelves
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a beautiful black Japanese display shelf.
The wood is oak.
Oak has long been used for luxury furniture in Japan.
The design is very simple, with nothing underneath so that t...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Used Book Shelves
Materials
Other
H 38.59 in W 37.01 in D 15.95 in
Monumental Regency Style Brass and Mahogany Etagere
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A monumental Regency style brass and mahogany etagere. The eight shelf etagere is both tall and wide, a stunning statement piece in a room. Beatiful finials finish the frame at top ...
Category
20th Century Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
Mogens Koch Bookcases for Rud. Rasmussen
By Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch bookcases in Mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
The reverse with paper labels ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/COPENHAGEN/DENMARK.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
Heavy industrial shelving unit, 1950s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Heavy industrial shelving unit from the 1950s, found in a factory. The item has been treated with rust-resistant oil.
Category
1950s German Industrial Used Book Shelves
Materials
Iron
Pair of Hand Crafted Vintage Spanish Wall Hanging Shelves
Located in Pasadena, CA
Add character and warmth to your space with this unique pair of hand-crafted vintage wall hanging shelves. Expertly carved from solid wood, each shelf showcases rich natural grain an...
Category
20th Century Spanish Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Dieter Rams ‘606 Series’ Two Section Shelving System
By Dieter Rams, Vitsoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This iconic "606 Series" unit, designed by the legendary Dieter Rams in his signature minimalist style, is a two-section shelving system with off-white and brushed aluminum, a double...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
Japanese Traditional Design Exhibition Stand / Japanese Old Wooden Shelves
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is a shelf made of very beautiful traditional Japanese decoration and wood.
The wood is paulownia and ebony.
Paulownia is a material often used for tansu.
It's a soft tree, but it...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Used Book Shelves
Materials
Other
H 31.58 in W 27.25 in D 13.39 in
Milo Baughman Style Mid-Century Modern Chrome and Glass A-Symmetrical Étagère
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Classic 1970s design in the style of Milo Baughman. This étagère features a chrome-plated steel construction with inlayed glass shelving. In beautiful well cared for condition.
Category
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Steel, Chrome
H 76 in W 42 in D 16 in
Carlo Scarpa for Bernini '795' Library in Metal and Walnut
By Bernini, Carlo Scarpa
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carlo Scarpa for Bernini, library or wall unit, model '795', walnut, metal, Italy, design 1935, edition made in 1980s
Stunning library designed by Carlo Scarpa for Bernini. This wal...
Category
1930s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Module Free-Standing Wall Unit / Shelves
Located in Fulton, CA
A Mid-Century-Modern walnut free-Standing adjustable shelf / wall unit with grass cloth sliding doors for hidden storage. Nice warm glow to original finish. Some cosmetic imperfectio...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Steel
Postmodern German Metal Wall Shelf from Radius Design, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Metal wall shelf from Radius Design.
A design with an industrial design language. The materiality and workmanship are particularly eye-catching. Galvanized sheet steel that is folde...
Category
20th Century German Post-Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century "Combex" Three Section Dark Stained Pine Shelving Unit by Pastoe
By Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century "Combex" series, three section, wenge color stained, pine shelving unit by the highly acclaimed Dutch post-war design powerhouse Pastoe. Comes with multiple shelves, two ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Smoked Glass, Pine
H 74.75 in W 113.5 in D 14.825 in
Vintage Sideboard set by Guido Faleschini for I4Mariani Italy 1970s
By Guido Faleschini
Located in Roma, IT
Outstanding and rare sideboard set with corner cabinet realized by Guido Faleschini for I4Mariani in Italy in 1970s.
4 modules with various drawers, all closing with magnetic doors....
Category
1970s Italian Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 33.08 in W 18.12 in D 181.11 in
Postmodern Italian Graffiti Shelf by Rodney Kinsman for Bieffeplast, 80s
By Rodney Kinsman
Located in Hamburg, DE
Metal shelf from the Italian manufacturer Biefflast according to a design by Rodney Kinsman from the 80s.
A design classic of the 80s in Postmodern design language. This modular she...
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 78.74 in W 131.89 in D 16.14 in
Mid-Century Perforated Metal Shelf, 1950s
Located in Hamburg, DE
Mid-Century Perforated Metal Shelf, 1950s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959 Mid-Century Perforated Metal Shelf, 1950s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1950 to 1959
...
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
Postmodern Italian Graffiti Shelf by Rodney Kinsman for Bieffeplast, 1980s
By Rodney Kinsman
Located in Hamburg, DE
Metal shelf from the Italian manufacturer Biefeplast according to a draft from Rodney Kinsman from the 80s.
A design classic of the 80s in postmodern formal language. This modular s...
Category
20th Century Italian Post-Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
H 78.74 in W 51.18 in D 16.14 in
Pair of Rattan Wall Shelves with Woven Accents, Italy 1960s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching pair of wall hanging shelves in bamboo and rattan, Italy, 1960s.
The structures are made in bamboo with woven top and rattan decorative accents at the back.
Each one of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Bamboo, Cane, Rattan
Wall Shelf System By Dieter Rams Vitsoe, Model 606, 1960s
By Vitsoe, Dieter Rams
Located in Rosendahl, DE
The modular shelving system "606", designed by Dieter Rams in 1960 and produced by Vitsœ. This setup is in good condition with light, age-appropriate signs of wear. It includes four ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Set of Modular Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Set of Modular Wooden Cubes by Derk Jan de Vries, 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Tall 19th Century Mahogany 4-Tier Whatnot Étagère
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A fine-quality, elegant 19th-century four-tier mahogany whatnot. The rectangular top features four identical tiers, all crafted from solid mahogany. Below is a drawer with a turned b...
Category
19th Century British Used Book Shelves
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Mid Century Modern Vinyl Record or Art Print or Magazine Display Holder
Located in Seattle, WA
This vintage mid-century modern vinyl record or art print holder embodies the era’s signature blend of functionality and minimalist design, likely dating back to the 1950s or 1960s....
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 46 in W 27 in D 11 in
1860s-1910s Japanese antique large display shelf, wabi sabi, organic
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
This antique display shelves had been used as shop storages. Product of Meiji era (estimate 1860s-1910), estimate from the style & conditions.
Made of thick, quality Hinoki (Japanes...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood, Cypress
H 374.02 in W 74.02 in D 15.36 in
Mid-Century Tomado Style Teak Wall Mount Shelf, 1960's
By Tomado
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Tomado style teak wall mounted shelving unit with black enameled metal risers and three adjustable shelves. This Dutch, early 1960's wall shelf is a versatile and functio...
Category
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wire
Fritz Haller & Paul Schärer Style Etageres with Faux Marble Shelves
By Fritz Haller, Paul Schaerer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage chrome étagères or bookshelves with faux marble shelves. There is visible scratching to the tops and some of the shelves. All over signs of wear are present, consistent with ...
Category
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Mid Century Modern Vinyl Record or Art Print or Magazine Display Holder
Located in Seattle, WA
This vintage mid-century modern vinyl record or art print holder embodies the era’s signature blend of functionality and minimalist design, likely dating back to the 1950s or 1960s...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
H 47.5 in W 23.375 in D 11 in
Modular smoked plexiglass shelf in the style of Michel Ducaroy 1970s
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Uccle, BE
Modular smoked plexiglass shelf in the style of Michel Ducaroy 1970s
Product details
Dimensions D: 29,5 cm H: 200,5 cm W: 77 cm (30.31")
Depth of desk top : 38cm
Category
20th Century Minimalist Used Book Shelves
Materials
Plexiglass
H 78.94 in W 30.32 in D 11.42 in
Vintage Coastal Notched Rattan Etagere
Located in west palm beach, FL
Channel breezy, resort-style charm into your space with this Vintage Coastal Notched Rattan Etagere. Featuring a pagoda-style top, intricately woven panels, and signature arched notc...
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
Mid-century Italian Floor-To-Ceiling Wall Unit - 1960s
Located in Uccle, BE
Mid-century Italian Floor-To-Ceiling Wall Unit - 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Metal
Rayonnage Mural, Jean Prouvé, 1936
By Jean Prouvé, Vitra
Located in Dronten, NL
The streamlined shape of the two wall brackets of the Rayonnage Mural bookcase (1936) is a recurring element in Prouvé's creative oeuvre. Executed in Prouvé Blanc Colombe (ecru) enam...
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Steel
Gilded Shelves "23 CT" by Dewulf Selection for Belgo Chrom - 1970s
By belgochrom
Located in Uccle, BE
23 CT Gilded Shelves by Dewulf Selection for Belgo Chrom / Dewulf Selection, 1970s
Gold plated - Glass
Dimensions D: 25 cm ( 9.84") H: 190 cm (74.80") W: 120 cm (47.24")
Category
20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Used Book Shelves
Materials
Gold Plate
Floor-to-ceiling wall Unit in the style of Franco Albini, 1960s
By Franco Albini
Located in Uccle, BE
Floor-to-ceiling wall Unit in the style of Franco Albini, 1960s
Product details
Dimensions D: 40,5 cm H: 320 cm (125.98") W: 265 cm (104.33")
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Book Shelves
Materials
Wood
Empire Étagère, Germany circa 1810
Located in Greding, DE
Empire-style étagère standing on tapered legs with patinated brass sabots and wooden ball finials. Four shelves, bordered by delicate brass profile, provide elegant storage space. Th...
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1810s German Empire Used Book Shelves
Materials
Brass
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Used Book Shelves For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of used book shelves available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, all used book shelves available were constructed with great care. Used book shelves have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Used book shelves are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Used book shelves have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Poul Cadovius, Nils Nisse Strinning and String Design AB are consistently popular.
How Much are Used Book Shelves?
Prices for used book shelves can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, used book shelves begin at $1 and can go as high as $125,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,800.
Finding the Right Shelves for You
From valuable historical memorabilia to rare architectural models to priceless family photos, there’s no shortage of collectibles and curiosities worthy of adorning your home. Why not take the time to find the ideal antique, new or vintage shelves for your treasured trinkets?
For every space and object, there’s sure to be a wall-mounted or sturdy floor solution that matches your shelving needs on 1stDibs. And while shelves should technically stick out from your wall, they shouldn’t from the rest of your decor.
Because you can find shelves made with a wide variety of materials today, everything from teak to brass, your shelving can seamlessly support your existing color scheme and design style. An arrangement of shelves from floor to ceiling can turn your wall into a proud storage space for displaying artwork, decorative objects and books. Options abound with regard to shelving for the latter, as furniture designers know that literature creates an inviting atmosphere in any room, and one of the simplest ways to integrate books into an interior design is with the right shelves or bookcase.
Elegant shelving is a must for a happy home office or library, but a sharp shelving system can freshen up virtually any room in your home. Proudly display your vintage dinner plates and other tableware with open shelving in the kitchen or tuck away linens in big baskets on shelves in your bathroom if you’re navigating life without a proper linen closet.
On 1stDibs, find a wide range of shelves that includes everything from mid-century modern floating shelves to decorative Chinese shelves dating from the 18th century to contemporary statement-making structures that are as provocative as they are convenient.
Questions About Used Book Shelves
- How were book presses used?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A book press was used to bind books with pressure. When a book is placed in the center of the press, the platen is lowered to firmly press the book to hold its shape. Today, book presses are a popular home decor choice for collectors and avid book readers alike. Shop a selection of vintage book presses 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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