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Period: 1950s
Ilmari Tapiovaara Bookcase Produced by La Permanente Mobili
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare and large freestanding bookcase designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by La Permanente Mobili, Cantù in Italy.
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Bohemian 1950 Handmade Bentwood Bamboo, Reed & Cane Etagere, Bookcase, Cupboard
Located in Miami, FL
American Mid-Century Modern handcrafted 5 tier etagere, bookcase or cupboard made out of Bentwood Bamboo, Reed and hand woven cane shelves. All original 1950s condition with some mi...
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American Bohemian Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Reed, Bentwood

Ico Parisi Bookcase in wood and brass, mod. 457, Italy 1955
Located in Argelato, BO
Ico Parisi bookcase, mod. 457, De Baggis production, lacquered wood, mahogany, brass, Italy, 1955. This bookcase with four shelves in different colors was originally designed for...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Teakwood Italian Mid-Century Modern hanging shelf attributed to Isa
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This hanging shelf was produced in Italy around the 1950s. It is made from teakwood and remains in overall good condition. Shelf is part of a 1950s furniture made in part with furnit...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-R-14-A Cupboard / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
This cupboard is a fantastic piece of solid yet elegant furniture. It is raw in its simplicity of construction, its shape becomes reduced to a maximum of functionality. The character...
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Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Ilmari Tapiovaara Bookcase Produced by Asko in Finland
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare and large freestanding bookcase designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by Asko in Finland.
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Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Teak, Lacquer

Black and White Metal Book Shelves Attrb. to Tomado, Holland, 1950's
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Free standing book shelves in black and white metal. Some rust spots on the white shelves.
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Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Metal

George Nelson & Associates CSS 'Comprehensive Storage System'
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson & Associates CSS (Comprehensive Storage System) System is comprised of Four uprights, with Fourteen metal adjustable shelve...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Franco Albini Walnut Bookcase LB7 for Poggi Pavia, 1956
Located in Madrid, ES
A two modular teak bookcase, Designed by Franco Albini and edited in 1956 by Poggi, Pavia, Marked. Composed of two modules with storages units an...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Burled Bookcase Wall Unit Cabinet by Johan Tapp for Gumps
Located in Lafayette, IN
Spectacular burled cabinet/wall unit designed by Johan Tapp for Gumps. Cabinet features beautiful book-matched burl veneered doors, solid brass hardwa...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Rare Shelve in Solid Teak & Bamboo designed by Laurids Lønborg, Denmark 1960's.
Located in Lejre, DK
Midcentury shelve in solid teak and bamboo. Designed and made by Laurids Lønborg Denmark 1960s. Great condition.
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo, Teak

Two Bookcases by Børge Mogensen for C. M. Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
These impressive bookcases designed by Børge Mogensen reflect the Danish designer’s aesthetic that was clean and highly functional, creating pieces that stand out despite their restrained design. The pair is made of solid wood with a beautiful woodgrain that is visible throughout the bodies. The shelves are all easily adjustable and removable. Each bookcase features five adjustable shelves, a feature of functionality. The shelves can be arranged in multiple ways to accommodate books or other objects of various sizes, and thanks to the open front, these bookcases are perfect to showcase any item. Both bookcases stand sturdily on the distinctively sculpted, black lacquered wood legs. The subtle geometry of the base and the colour blocking legs add modernism to the design while also balancing out the heaviness of the body. Børge Mogensen’s present design for C. M. Madsen Cabinetmakers Denmark was manufactured by the Danish company, FDB Møbler. Both bookcases are stamped with the cabinetmaker's mark and production number on their backs. Condition: In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Both items have some discolouration and a later made (cable) hole that has been restored by a piece of coloured plywood. Dimensions: 48.03 in W x 10.23 in D x 62.59 in H 122 cm W x 26 cm D x 159 cm H About the Designer: Børge Mogensen is without a doubt one of the most famous Danish designers. Born in 1914 in Aalborg, Mogensen was trained as a cabinet maker and studied at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen from 1936 to 1938, and architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts’ School of Architecture between 1938 and 1942. At the beginning of his career, he became head of F.D.B. Mobler’s furniture design studio. In 1950 he started his own design studio, collaborating with manufacturers Soborg, the Swedish company Karl Andersson and the famous manufacturer Fredericia from 1955. The collaboration with the latter resulted in many of Mogensen’s most famous furniture pieces, including the “Spanish Chair” and the “Ambassador Sofa...
Category

Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Vintage Modular Wooden Bookcase by Ico Parisi
Located in Milano, IT
This vintage modular wooden bookcase was designed by Ico Parisi for Italian manufacturer MIM, in the 50's. The wooden bookcase is called Lerici and pub...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Bookcase on Hairpin Legs, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern glass front bookcase on hairpin legs By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Solid birch in black lacquered finish, with sliding glass doors and steel hairpin legs. Measures: 36"W x 12.25"D x 34.25"H. Newly refinished. Excellent condition. Two matching bookcases...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Bookcase by Umberto Mascagni, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Modular bookcase unique in style, design, planning and materials. The Mascagni company for the excellent quality and uniqueness of products boasted in the 50's a reference of exclusi...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Dunbar Room Divider by Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A two piece mahogany room divider with Japanese wood block printers plates. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
Category

Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase Display Case Cabinet by Michael Taylor for Baker
Located in Lafayette, IN
Wonderful Model 2589 Cabinet designed by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture as part of the Far East Collection. This piece features solid walnut construction, adjustable shelves in t...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Four Piece Wall Unit by Christian Hvidt for Soborg
Located in Dallas, TX
A four piece teak wall unit with brass hardware. Bookshelves with adjustable shelving. Designed by Christian Hvidt for Soborg.
Category

Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Italian Wall Unit / Room Dividers in Teak and Brass, Italy, circa 1950-70
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Italian room divider / wall unit in teak with brass details - Italy, circa 1950-70 The wall unit can be set-up in different ways. The brass feet are adjustable in height for leveli...
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European Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Bill Renwick Storage Cabinet for Brunswick Co.
By Brunswick Co., Bill Renwick
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare industrial storage cabinet by Bill Renwick for Brunswick, c.1950s, USA. This piece features a gray masonite frame and interior with a laminate top. Both sides of this cabinet have sliding doors in cream and coral which open to reveal shelving separated down the middle of the cabinet by a metal grate...
Category

American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Bookcases on Hairpin Legs, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish pair of Mid-Century Modern glass front bookcases on hairpin legs By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Solid birch in black lacqu...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Neoclassical Style Mahogany and Brass Revolving Library. French. Circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice neoclassical style revolving library is made of mahogany and brass. This bookcases is a very elegant model. This is a nice French work...
Category

French Neoclassical Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Brass

"China" Bookcase in Teak and Oak by Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
Bookcase in oiled teak on a solid oak base. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen cabinetmakers Denmark in the 1960s. Great original condition.
Category

Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Oak, Teak

Kurt Olsen Bookcase Produced by A. Andersen & Bohm
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bookcase designed by Kurt Olsen. Produced by A. Andersen & Bohm in Denmark.
Category

Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Wall system by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, The Netherlands, 1950s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Cees Braakman wall system designed for Pastoe. Produced by Pastoe in the Netherlands, the 1950s. The cabinet is made of Wenge. Because of the cabinets and shelves, the wall system ha...
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Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Wenge

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

Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950s Arturo Pani Bookcase Mahogany Goatskin Bronze Mexico City
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Bookcase 1950s Arturo Pani Elegance Modern Mahogany Bookcase Goatskin & Bronze Pillars Mexico City Mexican Modernism 3 Shelf Bookcase 48.5 tal...
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Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Signed Maison Jansen Marble Top Brass Trimmed Bookcases Book Shelves
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Maison Jansen made some of the world's most chic furniture and designed to replicate the earlier styles of the past and blend them with a more practical design for today. These bookc...
Category

French Directoire Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Marble

Pair of French Empire Bookcases
Located in Pomona, CA
A pair of French Empire bookcases / China cabinets. Ebonized side pillars with brass capitals. Gilt appliques to top and bottom front. Beveled g...
Category

American Empire Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Brazilian Rosewood Bookshelf by Geraldo de Barros, Unilabor, 1950s, Mid-Century
Located in New York, NY
This bookshelf was designed in the 1950s by Geraldo de Barros (1923-1998) and produced by Unilabor. He designed and projected furniture based on his constructive references related t...
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South American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Iron

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 ...
Category

Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mahogany Showcase with Bronze Tips by Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Showcase bookcase 1 of 2 left and right in blond mahogany 50s bronze tips The guides of the sliding glasses are in brass, have 2 doors with greek classicism decoration. The style, de...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Bookcase in Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
IImari Tapiovaara for Permanente Mobili Cantù, bookcase, teak, lacquered wood, Italy, circa 1957 This grand bookcase executed in teak is designed by the Finnish designer Ilmari Tapi...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Mid-Cenury Modern Secretary Cabinet, Fully Adjustable, Teak, Zebra Wood - Italy
Located in Girona, ES
Secretary cabinet with shelves, two solid teak blocks with teak veneer and blackened steel, fully adjustable, zebra wood inside, shellac finishing. Po...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Steel

Bookshelf by Geraldo de Barros, Unilabor, 1950s, Mid-Century Modern
Located in Houston, TX
This bookshelf was designed in the 50s by Geraldo de Barros and produced by Unilabor. Its structure is made of iron, with storage compartments covered with Rosewood and Formica. ...
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Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Bookcase in Parchment Handmade Made in Italy
Located in Milan, IT
1950s Gorgeous bookcase in Parchment handmade made in Italy.
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Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Shelf with Bronze Tips by Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Showcase bookcase 1 of 2 left and right in blond mahogany 50s bronze tips The guides of the sliding glasses are in brass, have 2 doors with greek classicism decoration. The style, de...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Italian Mid-Century Large Bookcase in Style of Franco Albini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian bookcase metal base . Extra tall, two cabinets and wooden shelving. Can be easily disassembled for shipping. USA in Home delivery 2-4- weeks...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Metal

High "China" Bookcase by Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
The "China" bookcase in all oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1958, this piece is made by CM Madsen Cabinetmakers Denmark in the 1960s. Great original condition. More shelves a...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Oak

20th Century Ignazio Gardella 'Attributed' Hanging Bookcase in Wood 3 Shelves
Located in Turin, Turin
Hanging bookcase in wood attributed to the great italian architect Ignazio Gardella. The bookcase has 3 shelves and it could be perfect for a little ...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Harvey Probber Rosewood and Brass Breakfront Bookcase or Bar Cabinet, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern breakfront bookcase, sideboard, or bar cabinet By Harvey Probber USA, 1950s Rosewood, with brass trim. Mea...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

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. 5 wooden (teak veneer) shelves with a black painted metal system. It ...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Dunbar Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome walnut cabinet by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Three shelves with bottom of cabinet wrapped in tan leather. Newly refinished in grey. Great color and perfect size.
Category

American Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Portuguese Oak Tambour Door File Double Cabinet, By Olaio, 1950s
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This vintage oak cabinet from the 1950s is a piece of classic mid-century furniture with a distinct Portuguese flair, crafted by the esteemed company Olaio. The cabinet's design is both elegant and practical, featuring a sturdy and warm oak construction that has stood the test of time. One of the cabinet's most distinctive features is its double locking tambour roll doors...
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Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Pair George Nelson for Herman Miller Black Bookcases with Walnut Doors
Located in San Francisco, CA
A pair George Nelson designed Black bookcases with Walnut doors for Herman Miller. Each shallow unit has one adjustable shelf, and small cabinet with a Walnut door. Behind the doo...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Ico Parisi Bookcase Model 459 in Mahogany Veneer, Italy, 1950s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Charming Italian Modern Ico Parisi bookcase model 459 in Mahogany Veneer. This bookcase is manufactured by Angelo de Baggis Cantu in Italy in 1955/1956. It has two solid wood carved ...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Tall "China" Bookcase by Børge Mogensen
Located in Lejre, DK
The "China" bookcase in teak and solid oak frame. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1954, this piece is made by CM Madsen Cabinetmakers Denmark in the 1960s. Great original conditio...
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Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

20th Century Italian Design Office Furniture Set 1950s by Umberto Mascagni
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Refined and rare office furniture set Italian design 1950s by Umberto Mascagni in green faux leather. Top with original glass. This set consists...
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Italian Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Faux Leather

Attributed to Audoux Minet, Rattan and Wood Wall Shelves, French, circa 1950
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice wall shelves unit is made of rattan with wooden shelves. This is a French work, attributed to Audoux Minet, circa 1950.
Category

French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Rattan

Jeannette Laverrière and Maurice Pré, Bookcase/Desk, France, 1950
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Jeannette Laverrière and Maurice Pré, bookcase / desk in gilded ash, France, 1950. Equipped with 4 shelves, two of which are adjustable and a drop...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Ash

Italian Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Large Bookcase with Storage
Located in Porto, PT
Italian Mid-Century Modern rosewood large living room bookcase with storage, white lacquered details on the drawers and a fabric upholstered pane...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Rosewood

Bookcase by Børge Mogensen for C. M. Madsen, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
This impressive bookcase designed by Børge Mogensen reflects the Danish designer’s aesthetic that was clean and highly functional, creating pieces that stand out despite their restrained design. The bookcase is made of wood with a beautiful woodgrain that is visible throughout the bodies. The bookcase ' tops, flanks, fronts and shelves are constructed of solid wood. The shelves are all easily adjustable and removable. The bookcase features five adjustable shelves, a feature of functionality. The shelves can be arranged in multiple ways to accommodate books or other objects of various sizes, and thanks to the open front, this bookcases is perfect to showcase any item. The bookcase stands sturdily on the distinctively sculpted, black lacquered wooden legs. The subtle geometry of the base and the color blocking legs add modernism to the design while also balancing out the heaviness of the body. Børge Mogensen’s present design for C. M. Madsen Cabinetmakers Denmark was manufactured by the Danish company, FDB Møbler. The bookcase is stamped with the cabinetmaker's mark and production number on the back. Condition: Good, in good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Both items have some discoloration and a later made (cable) hole that has been restored by a piece of colored plywood. Dimensions: ?48.03 in W x 10.23 in D x 62.59 in H 122 cm W x 26 cm D x 159 cm H About the Designer: Børge Mogensen is without a doubt one of the most famous Danish designers. Born in 1914 in Aalborg, Mogensen was trained as a cabinet maker and studied at the Danish School of Arts and Crafts in Copenhagen from 1936-1938, and architecture at the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts’ School of Architecture between 1938 and 1942. At the beginning of his career, he became head of F.D.B. Mobler’s furniture design studio. In 1950 he started his own design studio, collaborating with manufacturers Soborg, the Swedish company Karl Andersson and the famous manufacturer Fredericia from 1955. The collaboration with the latter resulted in many of Mogensen’s most famous furniture pieces, including the “Spanish Chair” and the “Ambassador Sofa...
Category

Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Bookshelf by Pieter De Bruyne, 1957
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This bookshelf and room divider was designed by Pieter De Bruyne in 1957. It was designed for a bedroom. Characteristic of De Bruyne’s work is the pure design with an eye for detail...
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Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Ash

Vintage Sideboard in Solid Teak and Brass Feet, Scandinavia, 1950s
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Vintage sideboard in solid teak and brass feet, Scandinavia, 1950s. A 1950s solid teak wood sideboard with brass legs and pommels. A delicat...
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Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Pair of Cabinets Designed by Dominique, Andre Domin & Marcel Genevriere
Located in Stamford, CT
An exceptional pair of cabinets designed by Andre Domin and Marcel Genecriere, better known as Dominique...
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European Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Ash

Heywood Wakefield Blond "Encore" Step Back Cupboard China Cabinet Etagere
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Mid-Century Modern era "Encore" china cabinet/step back cupboard by Heywood Wakefield featuring a light blond finish The cabinet has an upper showcase with two sliding glass doors wh...
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American Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Birch

Jacques Adnet, Mahogany and Blackened Iron Bookcase, France, 1950
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Jacques Adnet, bookcase in solid mahogany and blackened flat iron, France, 1950. The steel blade structure receives two shelves assembled in a V-shape, slotted bolts form the backdro...
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French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Paolo Buffa from Cav. Arrighi Serafino Mobili d'Arte Cantu Bookcase, 1950s Italy
Located in Lucca, IT
Bookcase Trumeau by Paolo Buffa from Cav. Arrighi Serafino Mobili d'Arte Cantu, 1950s, Italy. Rosewood and legs and handle in original brass. It bears the mark of origin in brass ins...
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Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1950s Bookcases

Materials

Brass

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