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Michael Rozell Studio Floor Standing Shelf or Bookcase, US, 2020
By Micheal Rozell
Located in Berlin, DE
Michael Rozell Studio floor standing shelf, US, 2020. This very beautifully detailed and well made
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21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Bookcases

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Modern Bookcase Cabinet The Peabody Collection
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern Specs: Black walnut, Claro walnut veneer This Lawrence Peabody modern bookcase cabinet for Craft
Category

2010s American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Bookcase console in wenge, Africa 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
A very large bookcase or console from Africa with a sculpted geometric decor The shelf is crafted
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Rustic Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Wenge

Bookcase console in wenge, Africa 1960s
Bookcase console in wenge, Africa 1960s
H 70.08 in W 90.56 in D 19.69 in
Mora Bookcase by Sun at Six, Nude, Minimalist Bookcase in Wood
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
masters to handcraft our pieces using traditional joinery. The Mora bookcase comes fully assembled, built
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Modern Bookcase in Teak by Lawrence Peabody
By Lawrence Peabody, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern Specs: Teak This Lawrence Peabody modern bookcase cabinet for Craft Associates Furniture is
Category

2010s American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Modern Bookcase in Teak by Lawrence Peabody
Modern Bookcase in Teak by Lawrence Peabody
H 49 in W 58.875 in D 14.5 in
Bookcase in Glass and Iron, 1960, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Bookcase Year: 1960 Country: French It is an elegant and sophisticated bookcase. You want to live
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Bookcase in Glass and Iron, 1960, French
Bookcase in Glass and Iron, 1960, French
H 35.04 in W 25.99 in D 14.38 in
Art Deco Bookcase in Wood, 1920, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Bookcase Year: 1920 Country: French Wood It is an elegant and sophisticated bookcase. You want
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Bookcase in Wood, 1920, French
Art Deco Bookcase in Wood, 1920, French
H 60.04 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in
Art Deco Bookcase in Wood, 1920, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Bookcase Year: 1920 Country: French Wood It is an elegant and sophisticated bookcase. You want
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Bookcase in Wood, 1920, French
Art Deco Bookcase in Wood, 1920, French
H 74.41 in W 73.43 in D 16.74 in
Bookcase, Module 1112, by Montana in Dark Grey
By Montana
Located in Lejre, DK
this Montana bookcase or our other available models and let us help you find the perfect solution for
Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Bookcase, Module 1112, by Montana in Dark Grey
Bookcase, Module 1112, by Montana in Dark Grey
H 27.37 in W 27.37 in D 14.97 in
Art Deco Bookcase, 1920, French in Wood
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Year: 1920 Country: French Wood You want to live in the golden years, this is the bookcase that
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Bookcase, 1920, French in Wood
Art Deco Bookcase, 1920, French in Wood
H 17.33 in W 20.87 in D 4.53 in
English antique Revolving bookcase in solid wood, 1920s
Located in MIlano, IT
English antique Revolving bookcase in solid wood, 1920s Elegant and vintage revolving bookcase with
Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Bookcase by AV Arredamenti Contemporanei in Teak & Brass
By AV Arredamenti Contemporanei
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian Mid Century Modern bookcase by AV Arredamenti Contemporanei 1960s. The structure is made of
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Regency Satinwood Open Bookcase Sheraton Inlay Breakfront Bookcases
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Satinwood open front breakfront bookcase in the Sheraton manner Elegant and practical piece
Category

Vintage 1980s Regency Bookcases

Materials

Satinwood

19th Century Glass Bookcase in Olive and Ebony Wood
Located in Cesena, FC
Glass bookcase with 4 doors and 4 flaps, veneered in Olive wood and with ebonized profiles. In
Category

Antique Early 1800s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Olive

19th Century Glass Bookcase in Olive and Ebony Wood
19th Century Glass Bookcase in Olive and Ebony Wood
H 102.37 in W 103.15 in D 21.26 in
Modern Hobart Bookcase, Walnut Veneer, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Hobart Bookcase, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Modern Black Lage Bookcase, Brass Walnut, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lage Bookcase, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The Lage
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Modern Hobart Bookcase, American Oak, Bronze, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Hobart Bookcase, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Oak

Modern Hobart Bookcase, Beige Gold Bronze, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Rute Martins, Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Hobart Bookcase, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Oak

Modern Hobart Bookcase, American Oak, Bronze, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple
Located in Lisboa, PT
Hobart Bookcase, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique Edwardian Revolving Bookcase
Located in Crawley, GB
This lovely antique bookcase is a charming addition to any antique furniture collection. Crafted
Category

20th Century British Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Edwardian Revolving Bookcase
Antique Edwardian Revolving Bookcase
H 32.68 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Italian modern Asymmetric bookcase with 2 shelves in light wood, 1980s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Asymmetric bookcase with 2 shelves in light wood, 1980s Asymmetric fantastic
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Italian modern Squared modular bookcase or display in smoked plexiglass, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern Squared modular bookcase or display in smoked plexiglass, 1990s Modular bookcase
Category

1990s Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Plexiglass

Jim Rose - Repurposed Steel Bookcase in Natural Rusted Patina, Art Furniture
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a totally functional five shelved bookcase is made from repurposed steel, patinaed to a
Category

1990s American Shaker Bookcases

Materials

Steel

French Inspired Bookcase, Custom Hand-Made to Order in Our Chicago Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
Custom Country French inspired handmade 4-door bookcase, in the Directoire style, finished with a
Category

2010s American Directoire Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Hug Bookcase by Rejo Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Silver Metal This bookcase was designed to resemble, to some extent, what stormed us in this new life
Category

2010s Saudi Arabian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Hug Bookcase by Rejo Studio
Hug Bookcase by Rejo Studio
H 70.87 in W 13.78 in D 64.97 in
Italian Space Age Modular Bookcase in White Fiberglass Glass by Astrarte, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian space age Modular bookcase in white fiberglass and glass by Astrarte, 1970s Modular
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Fiberglass

Carlino Bookcase by Claudia Carlino
By Lithea, Claudia Carlino
Located in Milan, IT
other to create this striking and versatile bookcase. The modules are designed to be assembled in
Category

2010s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Stone

Carlino Bookcase by Claudia Carlino
Carlino Bookcase by Claudia Carlino
H 63 in W 26.38 in D 11.82 in
Modern Lage Bookcases Set/2, Brass Oak Root, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 2 Lage bookcases, Contemporary collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Modern Lage Bookcase Set/2, Brass Oak Root, Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple
By Greenapple, Rute Martins
Located in Lisboa, PT
Set of 2 Lage Bookcases, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Franco Albini LB7 Bookcase in Teak Wood by Poggi Pavia 1950s Italy
By Franco Albini, Poggi
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
LB7 bookcase composed of a single module with shelves and a storage unit with two doors, made in
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Bookcase and Bar Bookcase with Light, 1930, French, Material, Wood
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Bookcase with bar Year: 1930 Country: French It is an elegant and sophisticated bookcase. You want
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Marble, Chrome

Yarrow Modular Triple Box Bookcase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
piece of this collection is designed by Fuugs and made from salvaged trees, milled by us, dried and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Yarrow Modular Triple Box Bookcase
Yarrow Modular Triple Box Bookcase
H 45 in W 18 in D 12 in
Yarrow Modular Single Box Bookcase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
piece of this collection is designed by Fuugs and made from salvaged trees, milled by us, dried and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Yarrow Modular Single Box Bookcase
Yarrow Modular Single Box Bookcase
H 19 in W 18 in D 12 in
Yarrow Modular Triple Box Bookcase
Located in Philadelphia, PA
piece of this collection is designed by Fuugs and made from salvaged trees, milled by us, dried and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Yarrow Modular Triple Box Bookcase
Yarrow Modular Triple Box Bookcase
H 45 in W 18 in D 12 in
English, Custom Made Yew Wood Bookcase
Located in Woodbury, CT
Custom crafted for us in England, this bookcase adds the functionality of two drawers. In yew wood
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Bookcases

Materials

Yew, Mahogany

English, Custom Made Yew Wood Bookcase
English, Custom Made Yew Wood Bookcase
H 38 in W 52.5 in D 19.25 in
Rare Set of Four Oxford Library Victorian Bookcases in Hardwood 412cm Wide
Located in GB
original Victorian Oxford Library mahogany bookcases Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Art Deco Bookcase, 1920, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Bookcase Year: 1920 Country: French Wood It is an elegant and sophisticated bookcase. You want
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Bookcase, 1920, French
Art Deco Bookcase, 1920, French
H 73.23 in W 82.68 in D 15.75 in
Art Deco Bookcase, 1930, French
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Bookcase Year: 1930 Country: French Wood It is an elegant and sophisticated bookcase. You want
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Bookcase, 1930, French
Art Deco Bookcase, 1930, French
H 31.5 in W 49.61 in D 16.15 in
A Five Tier Barristers Mahogany Bookcase
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Flower Mound, TX
An exceptional quality early 20th century mahogany Globe-Wernicke five-tier barristers bookcase
Category

Early 20th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Pair of Custom Bookcases Black Hand Painted Finish in Any Dimension or Finish
Located in Chicago, IL
Custom bookcase with a painted finish and button detail on the crown made here, in our Old Plank
Category

2010s American Country Bookcases

Materials

Wood

1960s Slim Swedish Bookcase Cabinet in Teak Designed by Svante Skogh for Seffle
By Svante Skogh, Seffle Möbelfabrik
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Slim and high quality Swedish, table model, bookcase cabinet with two sliding doors, horizontal and
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak, Teak

Set of bookcases by Mogens Koch
By Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Large set of original bookcases by architect Mogens Koch for master carpenter Rud. Rasmussen. 12
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Elm, Pine, Teak, Oak, Mahogany

Set of bookcases by Mogens Koch
Set of bookcases by Mogens Koch
H 29.93 in W 29.93 in D 10.63 in
Pair of Directoire Style Bookcases, China Cabinets Made by Old Plank in Any Size
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of French Directoire Inspired Bookcases, China Cabinets or Display Cabinets made in house by
Category

2010s American Directoire Bookcases

Materials

Wire, Brass

Lungo Low Bookcase by Simon Hamui
Located in Geneve, CH
available in different dimensions. Please contact us. Low bookcase made out of wood with metal legs that
Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Lungo Low Bookcase by Simon Hamui
Lungo Low Bookcase by Simon Hamui
H 23.63 in W 16.54 in D 129.93 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase
Located in Tulsa, OK
requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase
Located in Tulsa, OK
requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase
Located in Tulsa, OK
requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Mid Century Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcases
Located in Tulsa, OK
requires 3-6 weeks delivery through our shipping contacts and is only available in the continental US for
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Modern Walnut Bookcase by Lawrence Peabody
By Craft Associates, Lawrence Peabody
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern Specs: Black walnut, Claro walnut veneer This Lawrence Peabody modern bookcase cabinet for
Category

2010s American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Modern Walnut Bookcase by Lawrence Peabody
Modern Walnut Bookcase by Lawrence Peabody
H 49 in W 58.875 in D 14.5 in
Rise Bookstand by Sun at Six, Sienna Minimalist Bookstand or Bookcase in Wood
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
out the natural character already present in our materials. People matter to us. We source leather
Category

2010s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

GORGEOUS BURR WALNUT GLAZED BOOKCASE DISPLAY CABiNET
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Gorgeous Burr Walnut Bookcase. A gorgeous burr walnut
Category

20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Pair Walnut Bookcases Open Front Sheraton Inlay
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Wonderful pair of walnut open front bookcases in the Sheraton manner Hand crafted from walnut with
Category

Vintage 1980s Sheraton Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Bookcase with Cast Brass Structure & Glass Shelves
By Ginger & Jagger
Located in New York, NY
This bookcase stands as a graceful memento of branches springing from a quiet river bank. Designed
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique English Victorian Walnut & Brass Open Bookcase
Located in Glasgow, GB
An antique English late Victorian walnut open bookcase bookcase in the Regency style, very nice
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Regency Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Rise Bookstand by Sun at Six, Nude Minimalist Book Stand or Bookcase in Wood
By Sun at Six
Located in San Jose, CA
. People matter to us. We source leather from with a family-owned tannery in Italy, and work with
Category

2010s Chinese Minimalist Bookcases

Materials

Leather, Oak

Edwardian Inlaid Sheraton Revival Two Tier Revolving Bookcase
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Edwardian Sheraton Revival Two Tier Revolving Bookcase. The
Category

Antique 19th Century British Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Tall Yew Open Bookcase with Adjustable Shelfs
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Open Yew Wood Bookcase. The bookcase has a simple
Category

20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Yew

Restored Heywood Wakefield Wheat Finish M326 Cabinet Bookcase
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This listing is for ONE cabinet. There are TWO cabinets available. Contact us if you want to buy
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Maple

Vintage Two Drawer Dwarf Library Bookcase Sideboard Drawers
Located in Pulborough, GB
description. If you have any questions, please message us. There is a blemish on one side of the bookcase
Category

20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century French Rotating Bookcase by Terquem, Paris
Located in Winter Park, FL
A French bibliotheque tournante, or revolving bookcase made by Terquem, Paris. Made of solid
Category

Early 20th Century French Beaux Arts Bookcases

Materials

Brass

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Bookcases In The Us For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic bookcases in the us available at 1stDibs. A bookcases in the us — often made from wood, metal and oak — can elevate any home. Find 480 options for an antique or vintage bookcases in the us now, or shop our selection of 103 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer bookcases in the us, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A bookcases in the us is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. A well-made bookcases in the us has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Joel Escalona, Dessie Studio and Jaime Tresserra are consistently popular.

How Much is a Bookcases In The Us?

A bookcases in the us can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,385, while the lowest priced sells for $40 and the highest can go for as much as $360,000.

Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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.

Questions About Bookcases In The Us
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Barrister bookcases are made up of several distinct book shelf units which combine together to form the cabinet. This can be beneficial when moving, as the books can remain within the shelves and each shelf can move separately.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A breakfront bookcase is usually a large wooden bookcase that houses either books or dishes. They’re similar in appearance to hutches in that they have glass-fronted shelving on the top and cabinets on the bottom.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A bookcase with doors is also called a bookshelf, a bookstand, a cupboard or a bookrack. It is a close-sided unit that encases books and is designed to sit on the floor. On 1stDibs find a wide variety of antique, new and vintage bookcases today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, there can be a difference between a bookshelf and a bookcase. Although many people use the words to describe any piece of furniture with shelves for books, some manufacturers call pieces with doors bookcases and pieces without doors bookshelves. Find a variety of bookcases and bookshelves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The term barrister bookcase means a piece of storage furniture primarily used during the 17th and 18th centuries. Also called lawyer's bookcases, the furnishings featured wood construction and glass-paneled doors. At the time the bookcases were most popular, books were expensive luxury goods. The glass doors helped to protect them from light and dust. Shop a collection of barrister bookcases on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    What IKEA bookcases are called varies. However, the Swedish furniture company is best known for its Billy bookcase, which debuted in 1979 and got its name from Billy Liljedahl, who served as IKEA's advertising manager at the time. Other IKEA bookcases include the Hemnes, the Brimnes and the Gersby. Explore a variety of IKEA furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The main difference between an étagère and a bookcase is the design. Both types of furniture have shelves. However, an étagère usually has an open back, while most bookcases have enclosed backs. Shop a range of bookcases and étagères on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    An ideal bookcase depth is usually between 10 and 12 inches. Shelf spacing can range from 7 to 15 inches for bookshelves, with 8 to 12 inches being the most typical. Because compact bookcases are designed for lesser volumes and libraries, they will be shallower. A small bookcase's depth is usually around 6 inches. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique and vintage bookcases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can generally put wheels on a bookcase. However, the wheels that you choose must be strong enough to support both the weight of the bookcase and the total weight of all the books you intend to store on it. As a result, industrial-strength metal casters are usually the best option for the job. You'll find a large collection of bookcases on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Jewelry is used for a variety of purposes. Often, people wear it purely to enhance the visual appeal of their ensembles. Jewelry can fill in a neckline, draw attention to the wearer's face or add sparkle and color to outfits. Jewelry can also have a symbolic function. For example, an engagement ring signifies the promise to one day wed, while a cross necklace is a sign of a person's religious faith. Some jewelry also has a practical purpose. Examples include signet rings once used to seal letters and prayer beads utilized during religious worship. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A barometer is a piece of equipment used to measure the barometric pressure, also known as atmospheric pressure. A barometer typically has a gauge or screen that displays the current atmospheric pressure. Once you know the atmospheric pressure, you can predict the weather. Shop an array of barometers from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To use a sextant, find the horizon inside of the mirror and move the arm until you can also see the object you are attempting to locate. Then, calculate the angle of elevation based on your current elevation above sea level. You'll find a selection of vintage and antique sextants on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A divan is used for sitting and lounging. It is a loveseat that can also function as a daybed. The design originated in the Middle East and became popular in Europe during the mid 18th century. Shop a variety of divans on 1stDibs.
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    A censer is a vessel used for burning incense. Censers are usually filled with sand or ash to support sticks of incense, or a piece of fragrant wood can be burned on top. They sometimes have covers to disperse the smoke.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A creel is a wicker basket. Its primary use was once to carry around fish and peat, but today, it can refer to a trap to catch crustaceans such as lobster or crabs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Tsukubai refers to a washbasin placed at the entrance of a holy place to allow visitors to cleanse their hands and mouth before entering. Visitors lean over to scoop out water to rinse their hands and mouth. Find a selection of tsukubai on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Crewel is used for many decorative purposes. It is a type of embroidery used to decorate curtains, tapestries, pillows, clothing and other textiles. The Bayeux Tapestry is a famous example of crewel work. Find a range of crewel textiles and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bracelet is used as a decorative finishing touch for outfits. It is a piece of jewelry worn on the wrist. You can find both men and women's bracelets in a wide variety of styles. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage bracelets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A teaspoon is a small spoon used for stirring and sipping the contents of tea or coffee or adding some sugar to it. These spoons have heads that are more or less oval. Shop a range of antique and vintage teaspoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An urn, also known as a funerary urn, is used for crematory purposes. After death, the ashes of a loved one are collected and kept in the urn for the family. You can find a collection of urns from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many types of urns, each with its own purpose. Funerary urns store the ashes of a deceased person, while garden urns hold plants or are used for purely decorative purposes. There are also tea urns meant for brewing tea for large groups of people. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique and contemporary urns from some of the world’s top sellers.

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Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.

28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name

Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.

Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition

Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.

Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way

Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.

Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture

In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.

These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project

From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.