Orba Wall Shelves By Janet Schwietzer For Pace Collection
By Pace Collection, Janet Schweitzer
Located in Hanover, MA
Impressive wall system of extruded polished aluminum incorporating lighting and shelves. Schwietzer's patented design incorporates sophisticated engineering to achieve the appearance...
Aluminum
Chrome and Glass Orba Wall Unit by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection RGB NEON
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Dallas, TX
The Pace Collection Orba Wall Unit System, designed by Janet Schwietzer in the 1970s, is a stunning example of mid-century modern design. This wall unit is known for its innovative u...
Aluminum
$4,800
Pace Wall Mount Console
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Cambridge, US
A chic floating cabinet by Janet Schweitzer for The Pace Collection. Most likely from the “Obra” line, this versatile piece features dramatically grained Macassar ebony construction ...
Macassar, Lacquer
Sold
H 18 in W 80 in D 72 in
1970s Aluminum and Glass Orba Wall Unit by Janet Schweitzer for Pace Collection
By Pace Collection, Janet Schweitzer
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A stunning aluminum and glass Orba wall unit designed by Janet Schweitzer for the Pace Collection in 1974 with peak space age styling: innovative, sophisticated, and minimalist.
Aluminum
Pace Collection Floating Burl Wood Sideboad
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Chicago, IL
Gorgeous burl wood cabinet designed by Janet Schweitzer for Pace collection, circa 1970s.
ORBA Three Bay Wall System for Pace Collection
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Hanover, MA
Impossible to find three bay ORBA wall system by Janet Schweitzer for Pace Collection, 1974. The ORBA consists of the wall-mounted shelves which are made of extruded polished aluminu...
Aluminum
Janet Schweitzer “ORBA” System for Pace
By Pace Collection, Janet Schweitzer
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s featuring an illuminated display shelf. This piece is in great vintage condition but has scuffs, scratches, etc. There are also some chips missing on the glass but they are ...
Aluminum
Sold
H 72 in W 120 in D 18.5 in
Expertly Restored - Janet Schwietzer "Obra" Wall Unit for Pace Collection
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Olive Burl Wood, Polished Aluminum, Original Glass ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history ...
Aluminum
Illuminated Orba Wall Unit by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection
By Pace Collection, Janet Schweitzer
Located in Dallas, TX
A wall-mounted polished aluminum and glass shelving unit with built in illumination. The polished plate front conceals two narrow florescent tubes which shine up and down. They we...
Aluminum
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H 72 in W 121.5 in D 12.5 in
Orba Chrome and Glass Wall Unit by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection
By Pace Collection, Janet Schweitzer
Located in Gladstone, NJ
Orba chrome and glass wall unit by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection.
Sold
H 72 in W 42 in D 19 in
Pair of Mid Century "Orba" Illuminated Etagere's by Janet Schwietzer for Pace
By Pace Collection, Janet Schweitzer
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Iconic design by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection, circa 1970s. A pair of illuminating etagere's wall units both with bottom lacquered storage cabinets. Identical in dimension, b...
Chrome
Sold
H 72 in W 120 in D 12.5 in
Orba Chrome and Glass Wall Unit by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection
By Pace Collection, Janet Schweitzer
Located in Austin, TX
Impressive wall system of extruded polished aluminum and glass by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection, New York, 1974. Schwietzer's patented design incorporates sophisticated engine...
Aluminum
Sold
H 72 in W 41.5 in D 18.5 in
Burl and Chrome Orba Wall Unit by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Las Vegas, NV
This Orba wall unit designed by Janet Schwietzer is a Mid-Century masterpiece. This configuration features two bays consisting of two polished aluminium rails that house three rare b...
Aluminum
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H 84.25 in W 36 in D 18 in
Mid Century Burl Bar Cabinet by Janet Schweitzer for The Pace Collection
By Pace Collection
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Walnut toned sides and a satin black base together make this quite the statement piece and is a superb quality example of the work of designer Janet Schweitzer for the Pace Collectio...
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
Orba Wall Shelves Pace
By Janet Schweitzer
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice aluminum Orba shelf unit by Janet Schweitzer for the Pace collection. Two of the glass pieces are new and slightly thinner.
Aluminum
Pair of Janet Schweitzer for Pace Space Age Orba Shelf Systems
By Pace Collection
Located in Ferndale, MI
Janet Schweitzer for Pace. Measures: 42 wide x 12.5 deep x 72 tall uprights.
Sold
H 72 in W 120 in D 12 in
Janet Schweitzer Polished Aluminum and Glass Obra Wall Unit design for Pace
By Janet Schweitzer
Located in Ferndale, MI
1970s " Obra " system designed by Janet Schweitzer for Pace . Three inch diameter arms mount horizontally to 72" tall half round polished aluminum uprights .
Aluminum
Pace Burl Wood Wall Hanging Nightstand Cabinets
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Chicago, IL
Gorgeous burl wood cabinets designed by Janet Schweitzer for Pace collection, circa 1970s.
Burl
Pace Collection Wall Mounted Credenza
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this all-original, black lacquer, wall mounted credenza by Janet Schweitzer for Pace Collection. The credenza features its lovely, original high-gloss black...
Wood
Orba Shelving System by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection
By Pace Collection, Janet Schweitzer
Located in Hanover, MA
Rarer than hens' teeth I've been stalking this ORBA wall system for years. Sublimely fine design and metal skills. Cast tubes of polished aluminum fit together horizontally and vert...
Aluminum
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H 29 in W 60 in D 15 in
Floating Burlwood Buffet or Credenza by Janet Schweitzer for Pace Collection
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Floating Burlwood Buffet or Credenza by Janet Schweitzer for Pace Collection, ca. 1970.
Burl
Sold
H 18 in W 72.25 in D 18 in
Floating Cabinet in Expressive Burl by Janet Schweitzer for Pace, Circa 1970
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A large 1970s wall-mounted cabinet with gorgeous high-gloss burl-wood veneer, with a single door on the left side and a pair of doors on the right side. Doors open with push latches,...
Burl, Wood
Orba Shelving System by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection 1970's
By Janet Schweitzer
Located in Quogue, NY
Orba Wall System designed by Janet Schwietzer for the Pace Collection, NY. This system consists of 3 bays with 14 glass shelves held in place by four vertical wall mounted uprights a...
Aluminum
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H 72 in W 120.5 in D 12.25 in
Mid-Century Burl Orba Wall Unit by Janet Schwietzer for Pace Collection
By Janet Schweitzer, Pace Collection
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous Mid-Century three bay Orba wall unit by The Pace Collection Inc., designed by Janet Schwietzer. This striking wall system of extruded polished aluminium tube frames support ...
Aluminum
Six Mid-Century Modern Wall Mounted Shelves, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Six stunning and elegant Mid-Century Modern wall mounted shelves. Striking Dutch design from the 1970s. Six brown lacquered metal holders in which you can slide six original oak vene...
Metal
Scarce shelves by Joaquim Tenreiro
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Rarissime bibliothèque par Joaquim Tenreiro.
Marble
$2,857
H 6.11 in W 17.72 in D 9.06 in
Model 128 Wall Shelf or Console by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Kelkheim (Taunus), HE
Rar Modell 128 Wall Shelf by Designer and Cabinet Maker Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard in Teak.
Teak
Mid Century Chrome and Glass Etagere or Bookcase Shelving, 1970s
By Milo Baughman
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century etagere bookcase shelf rendered in chrome plated steel frame with glass shelves, Finished on all sides, can float in middle of room. c 1970s.
Steel, Chrome
1970s Wavy Chrome & Glass Etagere Shelving Unit
Located in Bensalem, PA
Two piece shelving unit in the style of Milo Baughman please look at pictures for overall detail. Feel free to reach out with any questions.
Chrome
$4,006
H 39.77 in W 72.45 in D 14.18 in
Modernist vintage shelving unit sourced in France, dating from the 1970s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Modernist vintage shelving unit sourced in France, dating from the 1970s. Featuring a distinctive arched chrome frame and striking green patterned shelves, this piece beautifully bal...
Chrome
$2,934
H 70.87 in W 33.86 in D 14.57 in
Mid Century Chrome and Glass Étagère Display Shelves, England, circa 1970
By Tim Bates, Pieff and Co.
Located in London, GB
Midcentury Chrome and Glass Étagère Display Shelves, England, circa 1970 étagère with a chrome frame and smoked glass. Designed by Tim Bates for the Lisse Range. A pair available. ...
Chrome
$11,760Sale Price|30% Off
H 4.34 in W 45.28 in D 11.82 in
Wall Cabinet by Celina Decorações, Brazilian Midcentury Design, 1960s
By Celina Decoracoes
Located in New York, NY
Produced in the 1960s by Celina Decorações, this wall cabinet is made of plywood with rosewood veneers, with beautiful grains and color variation. It has two drawers connected by a s...
Rosewood
Modern Chrome and Glass Seven Shelf Étagère
Located in Toledo, OH
Modern chrome and 1/4" glass shelf étagère. 7 Shelves. 79" tall x 42" wide x 16" deep.
Chrome
$1,716
H 10.24 in W 59.06 in D 7.49 in
Mid-Century Modern Wall Mounted Shelf by Walter Wirtz for Wilhelm Renz, 1960s
By Wilhelm Renz, Walter Wirtz
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning and rare Mid-Century Modern wall mounted shelf. Design by Walter Wirtz for Wilhelm Renz. Striking German design from the 1960s. Nicely grained teak wood Marked with Wilhelm ...
Teak
Bruno Mathsson 'Anita' Shelving System, 1970s
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Lacquered steel, birch and beech wood. Measures: height 250 cm Depth 34 cm. Width 145.5 cm.
Steel
$2,250
H 59.5 in W 59.13 in D 18.25 in
Pilastro Two Section Wall Shelving Unit w/ Desk and Cabinet with Desk & Drawers
By Tjerk Reijenga, Pilastro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch Mid-Century Pilastro enameled metal wall unit with a desk, a cabinet, and 4 shelves. The desk, cabinet and 2 shelves are enameled in a a khaki color with white and ochre as acc...
Metal
$3,400
H 67 in W 18 in D 18 in L 67 in
Shelving Unit or Bookcase, Modern Chrome Shelving, Midcentury Design, 1960
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic square, chrome shelving unit from the 1960's. Finished all around. Can be floating in a room for decorative objects. Glass shelves are clear not smokey. Good condition.
Chrome
George Nelson Herman Miller Thin Profile Cabinet
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Chicago, IL
George Nelson Herman Miller Thin Profile Cabinet. Uncommon little cabinet that does not take up much space. Some light wear/scratches. Notably to the top. A ring-like mark on top. ...
Wood
$1,995
H 78.75 in W 42 in D 16 in
Mid Century Polished Chrome & Glass Etagere Attributed to Milo Baughman
By Milo Baughman
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Classic Mid Century Open Etagere in polished chrome with six glass shelves attributed to iconic designer Milo Baughman. Finished on all sides and able to float as a stylish room divi...
Chrome
Osvaldo Borsani Wall Mounted Console, 1950s
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Osvaldo Borsani Wall Mounted Console, sapele wood, brass and maple, Italy, 1950s. In the realm of luxury and design furniture, the Osvaldo Borsani wall-mounted console dating back t...
Brass
$22,000
H 25.6 in W 98.43 in D 35.44 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Three-seater Sofa for Cassina, Black Leather, 1969
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa "Soriana" sofa for Cassina, Black Leather, 1969. Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo Tobia and Afra Scarpa is ...
Leather
$9,500 / set
H 35 in W 20 in D 20.5 in
Postmodern Sculptural Steel Brown Leather French Pair of Chairs, 1980s, France
By Maria Pergay
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural steel brown leather French pair chairs, 1980s, France These are very rare leather and steel chairs form France. From the Maria Pergay, Michel Boyer Era. The leather is in...
Steel
$2,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 29 in W 29 in D 33 in
Unique Pair of Mid Century German Modern Striped Space age Lounge chairs
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of Mid Century German Modern Striped Space age Lounge chairs. Circa 1970s. Fully Upholstered slipper space age armless chairs. Good vintage condition - Made in Germany Circa 197...
Upholstery, Wood
$34,000 / set
H 25.6 in W 39.38 in D 35.44 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Lounge Set for Cassina, Burgundy, 1969, Set of 3
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Lounge Set for Cassina, Italy, Burgundy Velvet, 1969, Set of three. Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "Soriana" model by the Italian duo ...
Velvet
Set of Six Paul Frankl for Johnson "Corset" Dining Chairs
By Paul Frankl, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful set of six Paul Frankl dining chairs for Johnson Furniture. The chairs frames are made of cerused oak and are very sturdy and comfortable. Measures: 32 inches H x 23 in...
Upholstery, Oak
$12,000 / set
H 32.5 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in
Set of "Y" Armchairs by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, C. 1950s
By Edward Wormley
Located in Westport, CT
A set of "Y" armchairs, designed by the Iconic Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1950-1959. Completely restored, fitted with new caning, walnut frame work fully restored, stained in d...
Brass
$21,000 / set
H 25.6 in W 68.9 in D 37.41 in
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Living Room Set for Cassina, Black, 1969, Set of 3
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Afra & Tobia Scarpa “Soriana” Living Room Set for Cassina, Sofa and two Lounge Chairs, Black Leather, Italy, 1969, Set of three. Although technically designed in the 1960s, the "So...
Plastic, Leather
$23,000
H 29.5 in W 97 in D 40 in
Soriana Sofa by Afra & Tobia Scarpa for Cassina, Velvet, Chrome, 1969
By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina
Located in New York, NY
Afra & Tobia Scarpa 'Soriana' Sofa for Cassina, Italy, 1969 The revolutionary and unique 'Soriana' three-seat sofa was designed by the Italian designer duo, Afra and Tobia Scarp...
Chrome
$4,006 / item
H 19.3 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
"Il Pezzo 2 Nightstand" night table - solid walnut - Carrara marble - nickel
By Il Pezzo Mancante
Located in Firenze, IT
Classic, flowing and gentle contours, Il Pezzo 2 gives its own reading of time, old pieces inspiring familiar and comforting sensations. Crafted entirely from solid American walnut, ...
Carrara Marble, Brass, Nickel
$47,500
H 30.71 in W 109.85 in D 109.85 in
De Sede 'Pagoda' DS-19 Sectional Sofa in Cognac Brown Leather
By De Sede
Located in Waalwijk, NL
De Sede, sofa, model 'Pagoda' DS-19, leather, Switzerland, 1973-1979 This exceptional high-quality sofa, designed by De Sede in the 1970s, is composed of two regular elements, one c...
Leather
$915
H 9.85 in W 17.72 in D 3.94 in
Art Deco 3 Cover Glass Nickel-plated Table or Wall Vanity Mirror, 1940s, Italy
Located in Hagenbach, DE
Art Deco 3 Cover Glass Nickel-plated Table or Wall Vanity Mirror, 1940s, Italy It is very ideal and suitable for all living areas. No damage, no crack. Wear consistent with age and...
Nickel
$7,382 / set
H 11.42 in W 33.08 in D 9.26 in
Pair of 19th century Dutch Planters with 17th century Delft Tiles Oak Jardiniere
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
An exceptional and highly decorative pair of 19th-century Dutch planters, masterfully crafted in hand-carved European oak and adorned with an extraordinary collection of original Del...
Ceramic, Oak
French Art Deco Headboard with Attached Night Stands circa 1930s
Located in Atlanta, GA
French Art Deco Headboard with Attached Night Stands, France, circa 1930s. It will fit a queen size mattress, measuring 63.5" between the attached night stands.
Metal, Brass
$27,000 / set
H 91.74 in W 25.99 in D 15.95 in
Vittorio Introini for Proposals Pair of Modular Wall Bookcase in Metal
By Vittorio Introini, Alberto Rosselli Saporiti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vittorio Introini for Proposals, storage wall system, model 'P700', chrome-plated steel, stainless steel, smoked glass, Italy, 1969 An impressive open bookcase, both visually and st...
Steel, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Vintage Regency Gilt Mullion Smoked Mirror Folding Screen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fantastic vintage Regency screen. A chic gilt frame with gilt notched mullion detail on the glass a gorgeous smoked mirror on each panel with a wood back and the same mullion detai...
Mirror, Wood
Adolf Loos (1870-1933) Secessionist Bench, Thonet No.6150
By Adolf Loos
Located in London, GB
A rare Viennese Secessionist bench by Austrian and Czechoslovak architect and influential European theorist Adolf Loos (1870-1933). Produced by Thonet, Austria, circa 1915. Stain...
Wood
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.