Bookcases
Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Bookcases
Beech
1970s European Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Early 1900s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Bookcases
Teak, Glass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Bookcases
Glass, Ebony, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Bookcases
Bronze
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Travertine, Brass
2010s American Post-Modern Bookcases
Porcelain, Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s Brazilian Vintage Bookcases
Jacaranda
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Swedish Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Swedish Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass, Cut Steel
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Steel
1930s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Birch
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Cane, Glass, Ash
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Ash, Plywood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s European Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
1970s French Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1850s French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Spanish Brutalist Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Fabric, Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Cherry, Walnut, Grasscloth
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Lacquer
Vintage and Antique Bookcases for Sale: Shop Art Deco Bookcases, Globe Wernicke Bookcases and Barrister Bookcases on 1stDibs
Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.
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 decorative objects or collectibles, 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 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. 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.
Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.
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