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MCM Oak Open-Back Bookcase
MCM Oak Open-Back Bookcase

MCM Oak Open-Back Bookcase

Located in Dekalb, IL

This mid century bookshelf boasts sleek, well-built design. This bookshelf served two generations in the same family in a private estate before coming to us. This bookshelf is believ...

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Mid-20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Victorian Open Bookcase Mirrored Back
Victorian Open Bookcase Mirrored Back

Victorian Open Bookcase Mirrored Back

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Unusual Early Victorian Open Bookcase. This Bookcase is Raised Upon a Plinth Base.

Category

Vintage 1980s Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Mahogany Open Bookcase with Mirror Back
Mahogany Open Bookcase with Mirror Back

Mahogany Open Bookcase with Mirror Back

Located in Cheshire, GB

A fine quality mahogany open bookcase, featuring an elegant mirrored back surmounted by a turned spindle gallery rail.

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Antique 19th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Victorian Open Front Bookcase Mirrored Back
Victorian Open Front Bookcase Mirrored Back

Victorian Open Front Bookcase Mirrored Back

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Unusual Early Victorian Open Bookcase. This Bookcase is Raised Upon a Plinth Base.

Category

Vintage 1980s Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Pair of 20th Century French Open Bookcases
Pair of 20th Century French Open Bookcases

Pair of 20th Century French Open Bookcases

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Pair of 20th Century French open fronted bookcases scraped back paint revealing some of the original white paint. 

Category

20th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Oak, Paint

Frank Lloyd Wright "Taliesin" Mahogany Bookcase for Heritage Henredon, 1955
Frank Lloyd Wright "Taliesin" Mahogany Bookcase for Heritage Henredon, 1955

Frank Lloyd Wright "Taliesin" Mahogany Bookcase for Heritage Henredon, 1955

By Heritage-Henredon, Frank Lloyd Wright

Located in Camden, ME

Symmetrical Open Flanks: The central vitrine is flanked on both sides by open-back bookcase cubbies, each fitted with deep, multi-tiered adjustable wooden shelves ideal for art, book...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

ANTIQUE CIRCA 1880 OAK GREENMAN & LiONHEADS DWARF OPEN BOOKCASE
ANTIQUE CIRCA 1880 OAK GREENMAN & LiONHEADS DWARF OPEN BOOKCASE

ANTIQUE CIRCA 1880 OAK GREENMAN & LiONHEADS DWARF OPEN BOOKCASE

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Antique Dwarf Open Bookcase. Dating back to circa 1880, this captivating piece of history is crafted from solid oak and...

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Antique 19th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Walnut Solid Wood Low Bookcase Storage with Open Back and Thick Shelves
Walnut Solid Wood Low Bookcase Storage with Open Back and Thick Shelves

Walnut Solid Wood Low Bookcase Storage with Open Back and Thick Shelves

By Alabama Sawyer

Located in Birmingham, AL

The beautiful Walker, wooden bookshelf, is a great addition to any room in a house. Both functional and stylish, the unique wood grain of eco-friendly wood is shown off in this moder...

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2010s American Organic Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Walnut Solid Wood Bookcase Media Center Storage with Open Back and Thick Shelves
Walnut Solid Wood Bookcase Media Center Storage with Open Back and Thick Shelves

Walnut Solid Wood Bookcase Media Center Storage with Open Back and Thick Shelves

Located in Birmingham, AL

Precision joinery and swirling wood grain of the Walker Bookshelf draw the eye through every angle of these handcrafted, casework shelves. Add a warm touch of natural elegance to you...

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2010s American Organic Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern Floating-Top Teak Desk with Bookcase by Dyrlund
Danish Modern Floating-Top Teak Desk with Bookcase by Dyrlund

Danish Modern Floating-Top Teak Desk with Bookcase by Dyrlund

By Dyrlund

Located in Miami, FL

The Scandinavian writing table features three drawers on the left, an open filing drawer on the right, and two open bookcases in the back for additional storage; the whole floating b...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Art Deco Free-Standing Desk by J.A. Muntendam, Oak & Ebony, 1920s
Art Deco Free-Standing Desk by J.A. Muntendam, Oak & Ebony, 1920s

Art Deco Free-Standing Desk by J.A. Muntendam, Oak & Ebony, 1920s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Solid oak base with three drawers with original macassar ebony knobs on the front side and on the back side an open book bookcase with original two doors.

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Faux Leather, Macassar, Oak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s.
Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s.

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s.

By Vald Mortensen

Located in Asaa, DK

Front with six drawers, two with lock. Above drawers are open shelf. Open back with bookcase and cabinet/bar unit.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

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Pair of Large Open Back Bookcases Shelves Wall Units Room Dividers
Pair of Large Open Back Bookcases Shelves Wall Units Room Dividers

Pair of Large Open Back Bookcases Shelves Wall Units Room Dividers

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Pair of very nice high quality all solid wood craftsmanship free standing bookcases - room dividers.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Large Walnut Open Bookcase
Large Walnut Open Bookcase

Large Walnut Open Bookcase

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H 43.5 in W 55.5 in D 13.5 in

Large Walnut Open Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut open breakfront bookcase, the raised back to the large rectangular top above an arrangement of adjustable shelves the central section having two walnut panelled cupboard doors...

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases

VINTAGE TALL OPEN SOLID BOOKCASE 5 SHELVES MADE BY YOUNGER FURNITURE LONDON j1
VINTAGE TALL OPEN SOLID BOOKCASE 5 SHELVES MADE BY YOUNGER FURNITURE LONDON j1

VINTAGE TALL OPEN SOLID BOOKCASE 5 SHELVES MADE BY YOUNGER FURNITURE LONDON j1

Located in Pulborough, GB

The open-back concept of the bookcase allows for the display of items from multiple angles while adding an airy feel to the room.

Category

20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Oak

1970's Italian wooden bookcase
1970's Italian wooden bookcase

1970's Italian wooden bookcase

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H 59.85 in W 33.47 in D 9.06 in

1970's Italian wooden bookcase

Located in BE

1970's Italian wooden bookcase This open-backed bookshelf, purchased in Italy in the 1970s, exudes vintage charm.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Danish teak desk with open bookcase back in the style of Arne Vodder
Danish teak desk with open bookcase back in the style of Arne Vodder

Danish teak desk with open bookcase back in the style of Arne Vodder

By Arne Vodder

Located in Sayreville, NJ

Danish teak desk with open bookcase back in the style of Arne Vodder.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

A Signed Dunbar Demi-lune Shaped Bookcase Desk
A Signed Dunbar Demi-lune Shaped Bookcase Desk

A Signed Dunbar Demi-lune Shaped Bookcase Desk

Located in New York, NY

A signed Dunbar demi-lune shaped mahogany bookcase desk with seven drawers and open bookcase back.

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Vintage 1940s Desks

Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Wood Floating Top Writing Desk with Cubby Back
Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Wood Floating Top Writing Desk with Cubby Back

Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Wood Floating Top Writing Desk with Cubby Back

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage midcentury Danish modern teak wood floating top writing desk with cubby back. Item features open bookcase rear, unique joinery, solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain,...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Kai Kristiansen Danish Writing Desk
Kai Kristiansen Danish Writing Desk

Kai Kristiansen Danish Writing Desk

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H 28.75 in W 54 in D 28 in

Kai Kristiansen Danish Writing Desk

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Oakland, CA

Three drawers with brass pulls and circular cabinet. Finely finished back with open bookcase and cabinet. Tapered legs with brass caps.

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Danish Rosewood Desk, 1960s
Vintage Danish Rosewood Desk, 1960s

Vintage Danish Rosewood Desk, 1960s

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H 27.56 in W 61.03 in D 29.34 in

Vintage Danish Rosewood Desk, 1960s

Located in London, GB

A sleek 1960's Danish Rosewood desk set on sleigh legs, inlaid details on the handles, 6 drawers and an open bookcase back. A very beautiful example boasting deep Rosewood colour...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Rosewood

Fully Restored Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Day Desk, 1950s
Fully Restored Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Day Desk, 1950s

Fully Restored Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Day Desk, 1950s

Located in Rome, IT

A scandinavian modern table with chest of drawers manufactured in Denmark in the 1950s It feature an open bookcase in the back and three drawers on the front This writing tables in...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Domino Møbler, 1960s
Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Domino Møbler, 1960s

Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Domino Møbler, 1960s

By Domino Møbler

Located in Asaa, DK

Square drawer pulls in solid teak. Back has three open compartments/bookcases. Square legs in solid teak.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard for Tibergaard, 1960s
Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard for Tibergaard, 1960s

Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard for Tibergaard, 1960s

By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard

Located in London, GB

Vintage Danish teak desk by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard for Tibergaard, 1960s An elegant and simplistic Danish Mid-Century Modern writing desk with a floating top and bevelled edges,...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s
Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s

Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s

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H 28.75 in W 51.19 in D 25.99 in

Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s

By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard

Located in Asaa, DK

Back features an open bookcase in the entire length of the desk.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s
Danish Modern Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s

Danish Modern Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s

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H 28.75 in W 53.75 in D 26.58 in

Danish Modern Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s

By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard

Located in Asaa, DK

Drawer fronts with dovetail joints and sculpted pulls in solid teak. Back features one open bookcase. Beautiful bookmatched veneer on all surfaces, frame and legs in solid teak.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

1960s Danish Vintage Teak Desk
1960s Danish Vintage Teak Desk

1960s Danish Vintage Teak Desk

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H 29.14 in W 53.15 in

1960s Danish Vintage Teak Desk

Located in London, GB

The finish is original, this has a lovely warm color and even tone. There is a built in open bookcase on the back, so this can be used as a free standing item, it looks great from al...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s.
Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s.

Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s.

By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard

Located in Asaa, DK

Above each pedestal is an open shelf. Back features two open bookcases with one height adjustable shelf each.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s

By Vald Mortensen

Located in Asaa, DK

Front with six drawers, two with lock. Above drawers are open shelf. Open back with bookcase and cabinet.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1960s.
Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1960s.

Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1960s.

Located in Asaa, DK

All drawers with full width sculpted pulls. Back has two open shelves/bookcases and a bar cabinet with lockable drop down door (key included).

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1950s.
Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1950s.

Vintage Danish Freestanding Teak Desk with Floating Top, 1950s.

Located in Asaa, DK

Front with six drawers with eyelid pulls, two drawers with lock, key included. Back features two open bookcases and one bar cabinet with shelf.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Desk by Valdemar Mortensen, 1960s

By Vald Mortensen

Located in Asaa, DK

Front with six drawers, two with lock. Above drawers are open shelf. Open back with bookcase and cabinet/bar unit.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Svend Aage Madesen Teak desk
Svend Aage Madesen Teak desk

Svend Aage Madesen Teak desk

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H 27.56 in W 59.06 in D 28.35 in

Svend Aage Madesen Teak desk

By Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik

Located in London, GB

With six drawers at its front and an open bookcase at its back, the desk is superbly functional whilst maintaining the architectural brilliance of Mid-Century Danish design.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Roche Bobois 'Omega' Illuminated Glass Shelf Open-Back Bookcase Etagere
Roche Bobois 'Omega' Illuminated Glass Shelf Open-Back Bookcase Etagere

Roche Bobois 'Omega' Illuminated Glass Shelf Open-Back Bookcase Etagere

By Roche Bobois

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This phenomenal 'Omega' bookcase designed by Daniel Rode for Roche Bobois (Paris) features a design that is a perfect circle set on a steel base with five clear glass shelves that ar...

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2010s French Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

L&JG Stickley Open Bookcase with Chamfered Board Back
L&JG Stickley Open Bookcase with Chamfered Board Back

L&JG Stickley Open Bookcase with Chamfered Board Back

By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

L&JG Stickley open bookcase with chamfered board back and tenon & key construction c1906-1912.

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Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Tall French Bleached Oak Bookcase or Étagère with Adjustable Shelves
Tall French Bleached Oak Bookcase or Étagère with Adjustable Shelves

Tall French Bleached Oak Bookcase or Étagère with Adjustable Shelves

Located in Chicago, IL

Elegant 1920s French bleached oak tall narrow bookcase or étagère features a decorative pediment, carved reeded supports, an open back and adjustable shelves.

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Early 20th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Kai Kristiansen Danish Teak Bookcase Kneehole Desk, Circa 1950s
Kai Kristiansen Danish Teak Bookcase Kneehole Desk, Circa 1950s

Kai Kristiansen Danish Teak Bookcase Kneehole Desk, Circa 1950s

By Kai Kristiansen

Located in Peabody, MA

Suspended teak top, and finished back with open shelving bookcase sections so that desk can be floated in a room if desired.

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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Gunni Omann Executive Teak Danish Modern Desk Model #75
Gunni Omann Executive Teak Danish Modern Desk Model #75

Gunni Omann Executive Teak Danish Modern Desk Model #75

By Gunni Omann

Located in Newfoundland, PA

Features a fold down mini bar storage as well as open bookcases on the back of the desk. Simply stunning.  

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s
Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s

Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s

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H 28.55 in W 51.19 in D 25.99 in

Vintage Danish Teak Desk by Tibergaard, 1960s

By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard

Located in Asaa, DK

Back features an open bookcase in the entire length of the desk.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Rosewood Desk by Svend Aage Madsen 1960s
Danish Modern Rosewood Desk by Svend Aage Madsen 1960s

Danish Modern Rosewood Desk by Svend Aage Madsen 1960s

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H 28.75 in W 60.63 in D 29.53 in

Danish Modern Rosewood Desk by Svend Aage Madsen 1960s

By Sigurd Hansen Møbelfabrik, Svend Åge Madsen

Located in Asaa, DK

Top left drawer has a drop down front, so the drawer can double as extra workspace. The back features an open bookcase with adjustable shelf.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase

Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase

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H 48 in W 53 in D 16 in

Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase

Located in Vancouver, BC

Solid mahogany open bookcase with panelled back, moulded rectangular top over two (2) open cupboards with four (4) adjustable shelves, ending on raised turned feet.

Category

Antique 19th Century Scottish Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

George IV Rosewood Open Bookcase
George IV Rosewood Open Bookcase

George IV Rosewood Open Bookcase

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H 39 in W 72 in D 20 in

George IV Rosewood Open Bookcase

Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB

An early 19th century George IV rosewood break back open bookcase. The bookcase has six adjustable shelves that are held in place by turned rosewood pegs and a plinth base.

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Antique 1830s British George IV Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Mahogany Tall Narrow Open Bookcase
Mahogany Tall Narrow Open Bookcase

Mahogany Tall Narrow Open Bookcase

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H 72 in W 32 in D 12 in

Mahogany Tall Narrow Open Bookcase

Located in Atlanta, GA

Excitingly, this makes plenty of room to display a wide variety and number of books and decorative items in a narrow space. We date this vintage open bookcase back to the year 198...

Category

Vintage 1980s English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Huge William IV Antique Mahogany Open Bookcase.
Huge William IV Antique Mahogany Open Bookcase.

Huge William IV Antique Mahogany Open Bookcase.

Located in Lancashire, GB

It splits into two sections. The top open mahogany bookcase is stepped back in depth and sits on top of the lower book casing.

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Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Solid Maple Desk
Mid-Century Modern Solid Maple Desk

Mid-Century Modern Solid Maple Desk

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H 29 in W 60 in D 26 in

Mid-Century Modern Solid Maple Desk

Located in San Diego, CA

Features two drawers, roll up tambour storage cabinet and open back bookcase. Very nice original condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Mahogany 4 Door Bookcase, Lawyers Sectional Bookcase, 1920s, B2352
Antique Mahogany 4 Door Bookcase, Lawyers Sectional Bookcase, 1920s, B2352

Antique Mahogany 4 Door Bookcase, Lawyers Sectional Bookcase, 1920s, B2352

Located in Vancouver, BC

Antique mahogany 4 door bookcase, lawyers sectional bookcase, "Kenrick And Jefferson" Ltd, Scotland 1920, B2352 Scotland, 1920 Solid mahogany Original finish Small gallery on t...

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Vintage 1920s Scottish Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

George III Style Chinoiserie Decorated Secretary Desk
George III Style Chinoiserie Decorated Secretary Desk

George III Style Chinoiserie Decorated Secretary Desk

Located in Miami, FL

George III style chinoiserie decorated two-piece secretary bookcase, the upper section with a molded cornice above to wire mesh doors that open up to a glass back bookcase, the lower...

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Antique 19th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Quality Leaded Glass Oak Sectional Bookcase Globe Wernicke, Canada 1910, H1179
Quality Leaded Glass Oak Sectional Bookcase Globe Wernicke, Canada 1910, H1179

Quality Leaded Glass Oak Sectional Bookcase Globe Wernicke, Canada 1910, H1179

Located in Vancouver, BC

Quality Leaded Glass Oak Sectional Bookcase Globe Wernicke, Canada 1910, H1179 Solid Oak Original finish Oak top with low gallery on three sides With three graduating doors with lea...

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Vintage 1910s Canadian Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Cabinet
Art Deco Cabinet

Art Deco Cabinet

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H 471.2 in W 46.5 in D 12 in

Art Deco Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Unusual hexagonal Art Deco cabinet with mirrored back and open bookcases on either side. Comes with original key.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Cabinets

Pair of Italian Lamps
Pair of Italian Lamps

Pair of Italian Lamps

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H 18.25 in W 8.5 in D 4 in

Pair of Italian Lamps

Located in Seattle, WA

The shade was custom made with an open back to light a bookcase or fire surround.Could be shipped by UPS.

Category

20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Paint

Regency Rosewood and Brass Mounted Side Cabinet
Regency Rosewood and Brass Mounted Side Cabinet

Regency Rosewood and Brass Mounted Side Cabinet

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H 37.41 in W 47.84 in D 13.78 in

Regency Rosewood and Brass Mounted Side Cabinet

Located in Bradford on Avon, GB

The cabinet stands on hairy brass paws to the front and solid rosewood feet to the back. The open bookcase is decorated with various gilt brass mounts that are original as is the fit...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Cabinets

Mid Century Danish Oak Desk By Arne Vodder For Sibast Vintage Retro MCM
Mid Century Danish Oak Desk By Arne Vodder For Sibast Vintage Retro MCM

Mid Century Danish Oak Desk By Arne Vodder For Sibast Vintage Retro MCM

By Sibast, Arne Vodder

Located in Cambridge, GB

The desk is made in oak and features two sets of three drawers and open bookcase to the back. Dimensions Height - 71.5cm Width - 145cm Depth - 75cm Arne Vodder was a leading light ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

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$4,891

H 83.08 in W 79.53 in D 20.87 in

Antique Edwardian Breakfront Bookcase

Located in London, GB

A large and very impressive antique Edwardian breakfront bookcase. This was made in England, it is in the Georgian revival style and it dates from around the 1900-1920 period. It is...

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Bookcases

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Glass, Wood

19th century Mahogany library breakfront bookcase
19th century Mahogany library breakfront bookcase

19th century Mahogany library breakfront bookcase

$21,226Sale Price|20% Off

H 103 in W 102 in D 24.5 in

19th century Mahogany library breakfront bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Mahogany library breakfront bookcase. The stepped and moulded cornice above the four upper glazed doors, opening to reveal an adjustable shelved interior.To the base section having f...

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Scandinavian Oak Bookcase
Scandinavian Oak Bookcase

Scandinavian Oak Bookcase

$973

H 63.39 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in

Scandinavian Oak Bookcase

Located in Brescia, IT

Bookcase with shelving and cabinet, 1950s/60s. Original vintage cabinet from Scandinavia consisting of two parts. The upper part is a bookcase equipped with adjustable height shelvi...

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Regency Style Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase
Regency Style Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase

Regency Style Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

A good-quality Regency style mahogany breakfront open bookcase, the moulded rectangular top above a panelled frieze decorated with ornate brass mounts. The open front is divided into...

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Vintage 1910s British Bookcases

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Large Early Victorian Bookcase
Large Early Victorian Bookcase

Large Early Victorian Bookcase

$8,542

H 94.1 in W 110.24 in D 15.75 in

Large Early Victorian Bookcase

Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL

Beautiful antique mahogany bookcase from the early Victorian era. Equipped with 8 glass doors. The middle 2 doors are set back slightly. This gives the cabinet just that little extra...

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Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Bookcases

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Victorian Display Cabinet Bookcase

Victorian Display Cabinet Bookcase

$815

H 63 in W 39 in D 18 in

Victorian Display Cabinet Bookcase

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Gorgeous Victorian style display cabinet in walnut We date this to circa 1920 and the patina to the walnut is exquisite Two drawers so ample storgage Viewings available by appointmen...

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Regency mahogany library bookcase
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Regency mahogany library bookcase

$30,056Sale Price|20% Off

H 102.5 in W 104 in D 18 in

Regency mahogany library bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Mahogany breakfront library bookcase, the concaved moulded cornice, above four large curved astragal glazed doors opening to reveal an adjustable shelved interior flanked by reeded c...

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Antique 19th Century British Bookcases

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Mahogany

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Open Back Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal open back bookcase for your home. Frequently made of wood, walnut and metal, every open back bookcase was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for an open back bookcase, we have 113 options in-stock, while there are 40 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect open back bookcase — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each open back bookcase bearing mid-century modern, Victorian or Regency hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made open back bookcase over the years, but those crafted by Cassina, Gerrit Rietveld and Vico Magistretti are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

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Prices for an open back bookcase can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $395 and can go as high as $142,324, while the average can fetch as much as $5,306.

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