1970s Mid-Century Modern Oak Étagère – Modular Display and Storage Unit

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Mid-Century Modern Oak Étagère – Modular Display and Storage Unit 76"H x 64"L x 17.5"D

This striking pair of oak … Read more Mid-Century Modern Oak Étagère – Modular Display and Storage Unit 76"H x 64"L x 17.5"D

This striking pair of oak étagères showcases a mid-century modern influence with clean architectural lines, a modular form, and a warm, natural oak finish. Crafted from solid wood with veneered parquet-style paneling, the design blends functionality and minimalism with rich textural details.

Each unit stands tall with rectilinear framing and open shelving, allowing for light and air to flow freely through the space while offering practical vertical storage. The grain of the oak is showcased throughout the piece, with doors and panel fronts featuring geometric inlaid patterns — a nod to both Art Deco and Brutalist design movements.

The shelving units vary slightly:

The left étagère incorporates both open display shelves and a centrally placed drop-down or cabinet door, ideal for concealed storage.

The right étagère is composed entirely of open shelving with a closed cabinet at the base, allowing for decorative and functional placement of books, pottery, and other curated items.

Notable features:

Modular construction suitable for use as individual pieces or side-by-side as shown

Adjustable or fixed open shelves that accommodate both practical and decorative storage

Contrasting grain patterns on the doors/panels providing visual interest

Flat, squared edges and minimalist hardware in keeping with modernist principles

Ideal for interiors favoring Japandi, Scandinavian, or boho-modern aesthetics, this piece would work equally well in a living room, study, or studio environment. The craftsmanship and material suggest a piece from the 1970s–1980s, though it draws inspiration from earlier modernist traditions. While item is not marked, it is believed to be designed by Lou Hodges. See less