Bookcases
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Teak, Walnut
1960s Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1920s Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Wood
1880s Sheraton Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
20th Century Bookcases
Beech
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Pine
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
20th Century Italian Bookcases
Iron
19th Century English William IV Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Fir
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
20th Century English Sheraton Bookcases
Hardwood, Satinwood
Mid-19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Bookcases
Fruitwood, Mahogany
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Teak
1870s English High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
20th Century English Sheraton Bookcases
Elm, Walnut
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Wood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Plexiglass, Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1970s European Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Copper
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1850s English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1880s English High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Hardwood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Beech
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
20th Century Industrial Bookcases
Metal
Late 19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Copper
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
19th Century English Gothic Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Plexiglass, Teak
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Mid-19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary English Bookcases
Pine
Early 1900s French Antique Bookcases
Wood
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Wood
Vintage, New and Antique Bookcases
As long as curious people have collected stories, we have needed a place to stow them away and preserve them. When auction houses and book dealers proliferated by the late 17th century, the bibliophile was born. And, of course, as with any treasured objects, a book lover’s volumes were suddenly worthy of a luxurious display — enter the bookcase. Americans of means during the 19th century took to amassing art as well as rare books, and antique bookcases of the era, rife with hand-carved decorative accents and architectural motifs, were ideal for displaying their handsome leather-bound wares.
Although our favorite titles may change over the years, the functionality and beauty of their home within our home is timeless. Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, a bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover. Even those who don’t covet the perfect home library can benefit from an attractive display case, as bookcases can easily double as charming étagères.
Contemporary and customizable options make it easier for you to find the perfect bookcase for your style and stacks. If you don’t wish to fill your storage piece so that your collection is snug within its confines, incorporate extra space to allow for additional displays and decorative objects. And by introducing a striking dark wood Art Deco bookcase or low-profile mid-century modern design by Paul McCobb into your living room, your signed first editions won’t be the only items making a statement.
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