Bookcases
Early 20th Century Belgian Late Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Belgian Bookcases
Oak
2010s German Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Bookcases
Oak
2010s Brazilian Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Campaign Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
2010s Brazilian Minimalist Bookcases
Steel
2010s Swedish Minimalist Bookcases
Ash
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Stainless Steel, Brass
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Copper
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 2000s American Shaker Bookcases
Steel
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
2010s Italian Baroque Bookcases
Iron
2010s American Organic Modern Bookcases
Wood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass
2010s American Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Bookcases
Plywood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
19th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Bookcases
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
1990s Bookcases
Metal
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Brass, Nickel
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Bookcases
Mahogany, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Cement
1970s Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1870s American American Craftsman Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Bronze
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1990s Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Travertine, Brass
Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Leather, Wood
1880s French Antique Bookcases
Hardwood
1960s French Baroque Vintage 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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