Legal Bookcases
Vintage Pair of 1972 Oak Stacking Library Legal Bookcases, Glass Sliding Doors
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of 1972 dated “Phoenix Bookcases” legal library
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 68.9 in W 36.03 in D 17.92 in
Antique Pair of William Baker Co Hardwood Satinwood & Walnut Legal Bookcases
By William Baker & Co.
Located in GB
“The Oxford” legal Library stacking bookcases
This are pretty much the finest pair of these bookcases
Category
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Satinwood, Walnut
H 58.67 in W 34.65 in D 12.41 in
Matching Pair of English Oak Library Study Bookcases with Glazed Doors
Located in GB
We are is delighted to offer this lovely pair of English circa 1940s oak library legal bookcases
Category
20th Century British Edwardian Bookcases
Materials
Leather, Oak
H 66.93 in W 73.63 in D 14.18 in
Lovely Suite of Three Minty Oxford Modualr Stacking Bookcases Hardwood Frames
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to this stunning suite of three Minty Oxford Legal modular stacking bookcases with
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
H 53.15 in W 35.04 in D 11.62 in
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Regency Open Front Bookcase Mahogany Sheraton Inlay
Located in Potters Bar, GB
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Vintage 1980s Sheraton Bookcases
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Grand Scale Mahogany Custom Bookcase with Leaded Glass Sliding Doors
Located in Milford, NH
A fine large two-door bookcase with sliding leaded glass doors and adjustable shelves, originally a built-in floor to ceiling piece, with a cut-in on the left side, built around heat...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Bookcases
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18th Century Style Two-Door Corner Cabinet, Mahogany, Georgian Style
Located in Toronto, CA
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1876 Pair Oversize Raised Panel Arched Entry Double Doors from New Jersey
Located in New York, NY
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Antique 1870s American Gothic Doors and Gates
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Large Globe Wernicke Bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Large impressive mahogany Globe Wernicke bookcase consisting of 24 stackable parts. The cabinet has 3 different depths. This is the so-called "waterfall" arrangement. This arrangemen...
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"Le Lion" Multi Fuel Cast Iron Stove by Pied Selle - Art Nouveau Floral Tiles
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French Art Deco Mahogany Apothecary / Filing Cabinet, ca 1920
Located in Nijmegen, NL
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Set of bookcases by Mogens Koch
By Mogens Koch
Located in Copenhagen, DK
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19thC Monumental English Oak Open Library Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1880
An Exceptional Monumental 19thC Bleached & Painted English Oak Open Library Bookcase.
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Antique 1870s British Bookcases
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English Victorian Walnut and Burl Walnut Bookcase Adjustable Shelves
Located in Wells, ME
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Bookcases
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Pair of Shaws of London Flamed Hardwood Dwarf Open Library Bookcases Small Suite
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning matching pair of Shaws of London dwarf open library bookcases in flamed mahogany which are part of a suite
I have two matching pairs of the...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Hardwood
H 36.42 in W 36.03 in D 14.38 in
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Auricon Sound on Film Optical Sound Recording Cinema Amplifier NR-24, Circa 1949
Located in Dallas, TX
unit has a tremendous look for display and fits nicely on a desk or in a bookcase.
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Small circa 1930 Globe Wernicke Mahogany Modular Antique Stacking Legal Bookcase
By Globe Wernicke
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely early circa 1930 Globe Wernickie stacking legal
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Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
H 48.43 in W 34.26 in D 14.18 in
Limed Oak Modular Minty Oxford Antique Stacking Legal Bookcase, circa 1930s
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely early circa 1930 Minty oxford stacking legal
Category
Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
H 65.36 in W 18.31 in L 65.36 in
Pair of circa 1900 Oak Modular Globe Wernicke Antique Stacking Legal Bookcases
By Globe Wernicke
Located in GB
legal bookcases in solid oak
A very good looking and well-made pair, there were a number of
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Antique 19th Century High Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 57.49 in W 33.47 in D 11.23 in
Mahogany Modular Minty Oxford Antique Stacking Legal Bookcase Bobbin, circa 1930
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely early circa 1930 Minty oxford stacking legal
Category
Vintage 1930s British Georgian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
H 56.7 in W 35.14 in D 11.62 in
Pair of circa 1900 Oak Modular Minty Oxford Antique Stacking Legal Bookcases
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of early circa 1900 Minty oxford stacking legal
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 67.33 in W 35.04 in D 11.42 in
Oak Modular Minty Oxford Antique Stacking Legal Bookcase Part Suite, circa 1900
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely early circa 1900 Minty oxford stacking legal
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 55.12 in W 35.04 in D 11.42 in
1950s English Modular Minty Oxford Vintage Stacking Legal Bookcase Desk Tidy
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage Minty oxford stacking library bookcase
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
H 56.7 in W 35.04 in D 11.42 in
Lovely Burr Yew Wood Library Legal Bookcase with Height Adjustable Shelves
Located in GB
We are delighted to this very nice vintage Burr Yew wood library bookcase with adjustable shelves
Category
20th Century English Modern Bookcases
Materials
Yew
H 76.38 in W 38 in D 13.78 in
Stunning Burr Yew Wood Library Legal Bookcase with Height Adjustable Shelves
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage burr yew wood library bookcase with
Category
20th Century English Modern Bookcases
Materials
Yew
H 72.45 in W 31.89 in D 13.59 in
Solid Burr Yew Wood Library Legal Bookcase with Height Adjustable Shelves
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very nice vintage burr yew wood library bookcase with
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20th Century English Modern Bookcases
Materials
Yew
H 71.46 in W 36.23 in D 12.8 in
Pair of Vintage English Oak Library Legal Bookcases Retractable Doors Minty Gunn
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for this lovely pair of circa 1920 English oak Legal Library bookcases
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Oak
H 44.89 in W 33.86 in D 11.23 in
Pair of Vintage Long Legal Bookcases with Sliding Glass Doors Ideal Home Library
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this pair of 50+ year old legal library bookcases with glass
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Softwood
H 65.36 in W 123.23 in D 8.67 in
Vintage Phoenix Bookcases 1972 Oak Stacking Library Legal Open Bookcase
Located in GB
We are delighted to this 1972 dated “Phoenix Bookcases” legal library modular stacking bookcase in
Category
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
H 68.9 in W 36.03 in D 13.78 in
Modular Minty Oxford Five-Piece Antique Stacking Legal Library Bookcase
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely early circa 1920 Minty oxford stacking legal
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 70.67 in W 35.04 in D 11.42 in
Suite of Four Minty Oxford Legal Library Modualr Adjustable Stacking Bookcases
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
Minty oxford stacking legal bookcases in solid oak made in the Art Deco style
A very good looking and
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Late Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Oak
H 59.85 in W 35.24 in D 10.63 in
Suite of Three Fully Restored Minty Oxford Legal Library Stacking Bookcases
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
oxford stacking legal bookcases in solid oak made in the Art Deco style
A very good looking and well
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 56.3 in W 35.04 in D 11.62 in
Rare 1900 Minty Oxford Oak Library Stacking Bookcases Suite Desk Globe Wernicke
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
modular library legal bookcases
This is an exceptionally rare find, firstly if you are not familiar
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 68.31 in W 105.12 in D 12.01 in
3 Stunning Very Rare 1900 Minty Oxford Library Stacking Bookcases Globe Wernicke
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
stacking modular Library Legal bookcases
This is an exceptionally rare find, firstly if you are not
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 92.52 in W 35.04 in D 12.21 in
Legal Library Minty Oxford Modular Stacking Hardwood Bookcase Sliding Doors
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Minty Oxford Legal modular stacking bookcase with
Category
20th Century English Post-Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
H 29.73 in W 35.04 in D 11.82 in
Legal Library Suite of Minty Oxford Modular Stacking Mahogany Library Bookcases
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning suite of three Minty Oxford Legal modular stacking
Category
20th Century English Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
H 57.88 in W 35.04 in D 11.42 in
Five-Section 1960s Simplex Medium Oak Stacking Legal Library Bookcase Glass
By Simplex
Located in GB
modular stacking library bookcase
A good looking and timeless piece of furniture, its been slightly
Category
Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
H 63.39 in W 36.03 in D 11.42 in
Pair of Simplex Dark Mahogany Sliding Glass Door Modular Legal Library Bookcases
By Simplex
Located in GB
bookcases
A very good looking well made and decorative pair of legal library stacking bookcases. These
Category
20th Century English Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
H 71.66 in W 36.03 in D 10.83 in
Fine Pair of Tall Minty Oxford Library Legal Modular Stacking Bookcases Mahogany
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of minty oxford legal library modular
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
H 78.15 in W 35.04 in D 11.62 in
Angus Scotland & England Suite of 3 Large Gunn Library Legal Stacking Bookcases
By GUNN, Minty of Oxford, Globe Wernicke
Located in GB
We are delighted to this very rare circa 1910 suite of three Legal stacking bookcases with lead
Category
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 85.63 in W 102.76 in D 14.18 in
Rare William Baker Co Oxford Stacking Corner Legal Library Bookcase Minty Global
By William Baker & Co.
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale very rare William Baker Co of Oxford corner stacking bookcase
Category
20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases
Materials
Oak
H 72.05 in W 30.52 in D 21.46 in
Pair of Dwarf Oak Gunn Stacking Legal Library Solicitors Bookcases Model Angus
By GUNN
Located in GB
bookcases
A lovely well-made pair of retractable doors, the frames are solid oak the glass is free from
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
H 51.97 in W 34.26 in D 12.41 in
Double Legal Stacking Bookcase Metal Plaque Dedicated to Rev I Siviter in 1939
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for salethis very rare original circa 1890-1900 Large double bank legal
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Oak
H 77.96 in W 50.4 in D 14.57 in
French 19th Century Notaire's Bookcase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
responsible for various legal matters. Such a cupboard would have been used to assist with day to day
Category
Antique 19th Century French Country Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Barristers Bookcase
Located in Tarleton, GB
An Authentic Gem: The Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Bookcase
Our team has unveiled a treasure — an
Category
20th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
Waring & Gillows Glazed Ebonised Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Waring & Gillows glazed ebonised mahogany bookcase
circa 1897-1903.
Superb quality Waring
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
1920s Minty Barristers Modular Mahogany Library Bookcases Drawers Cabinets
By Minty of Oxford
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
Originally used for holding Legal documents in a Solicitor's office, this very attractive and
Category
Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 60.63 in W 105.12 in L 60.63 in
Antique Weis Quartersawn Oak Mission Barrister Library Bookcase Lawyers Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Legal Blank Cabinets
No. 418
No. 814
Sectional Bookcases
Sectional Card Index Cabinets
Stationery
Category
Early 20th Century Mission Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 52 in W 34 in D 14 in
Suite of Four Original Globe Wernicke Solicitors Stacking Bookcases Drawer Bases
By Globe Wernicke
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning suite of four Globe Wernickie Legal modular
Category
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Hardwood
H 68.51 in W 34.06 in D 12.6 in
Large Sideboard Sized 1960s Simplex Honey Oak Stacking Bookcase Glass Doors
By Simplex
Located in GB
and used in legal offices but soon became the bookcase of choice for most middle to upper-class homes
Category
Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 40.16 in W 48.04 in D 13.98 in
Arts & Crafts Quarter Sawn Oak Barrister Stack and Drawer Bookcase, circa 1920
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Barrister bookcase features quarter sawn oak construction with four stacks having pullout
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Materials
Metal
H 59.5 in W 34.25 in D 12 in
Antique Quarter Sawn Oak Four-Stack Barrister Bookcase by Globe-Wernicke Co.
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Barrister bookcase by Globe-Wernicke Co. features quarter sawn oak construction with four
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
Complete Library Suite of 1960s Simplex Honey Oak Stacking Bookcases Glass Door
By Simplex
Located in GB
Simplex modular stacking Library bookcases
It's very rare to find a complete suite of these especially
Category
Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 65.36 in W 36.03 in D 13.98 in
Folding Glass Doored Library Legal Bookcase Simulated Mahogany Minty Globe Etc
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely perfect condition folding glass door legal bookcase
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Hardwood
H 60.24 in W 29.24 in D 12.6 in
Rare Pair of Victorian Minty Oxford Triple Bank Library Stacking Legal Bookcases
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
oxford stacking legal bookcases in solid oak
A very good looking and well made pair, there were a
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 70.67 in W 54.53 in D 11.03 in
Rare Pair of Art Deco Oak Modular Minty Oxford Antique Stacking Legal Bookcases
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of early circa 1920 Minty oxford stacking legal
Category
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 56.5 in W 35.04 in D 11.82 in
Fine Antique William Baker Co Satinwood & Walnut Corner Stacking Legal Bookcases
By William Baker & Co.
Located in GB
Oxford” legal Library stacking corner bookcase suite.
This is pretty much the finest suite these type
Category
20th Century English Sheraton Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Satinwood, Walnut
H 58.27 in W 56.3 in D 56.3 in
1950s Mahogany Modular Minty Oxford Vintage Stacking Legal Bookcase Glass Doors
By Minty of Oxford
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning vintage Minty oxford stacking Library bookcase
Category
Vintage 1950s British Edwardian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
H 52.76 in W 35.04 in D 11.42 in
Library Suite of Three Large Vintage Gold Oak Legal Library Bookcases Glass Door
By Simplex
Located in GB
Legal bookcases with glass sliding doors
A very good looking well made and highly collectable set of
Category
20th Century English Modern Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 68.31 in W 36.03 in D 10.63 in
Four circa 1880 Grand Rapids Bookcase & Chair Co Stamped Legal Library Bookcases
By Grand Rapids Furniture Co.
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare suite of four Legal Library stacking modular
Category
Antique 1880s English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Hardwood
H 73.04 in W 34.26 in D 14.18 in
Rare Globe Wernicke Mahogany & Lead Lined Glass Legal Stacking Library Bookcase
By Globe Wernicke
Located in GB
lead-lined glass stacking Legal Library bookcase
A very good looking well made and functional piece
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
H 59.65 in W 34.06 in D 12.01 in
Antique Arts & Crafts Quarter Sawn Oak Globe-Wernicke Barrister Bookcase
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Arts & Crafts Barrister bookcase by Globe-Wernicke Co. features quarter sawn oak
Category
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Materials
Metal
H 53.25 in W 34.25 in D 12.25 in
1920s Minty Barristers Modular Mahogany Library Bookcases Drawers Cabinets
By Minty of Oxford
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
Originally used for holding Legal documents in a Solicitor's office, this very attractive and
Category
Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Brass
H 60.63 in W 105.12 in D 11.62 in
Original Pair of circa 1900 William Baker Co Oxford Stacking Modular Bookcases
By William Baker & Co.
Located in GB
Legal stacking modular bookcases.
A very good looking and well-made pair, there were a number of
Category
Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
H 46.26 in W 34.65 in D 12.41 in
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Legal Bookcases For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of legal bookcases for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, oak and glass, all legal bookcases available were constructed with great care. Legal bookcases have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of legal bookcases to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Victorian and Modern legal bookcases are of considerable interest. Minty of Oxford, Globe Wernicke and Simplex each produced beautiful legal bookcases that are worth considering.
How Much are Legal Bookcases?
Legal bookcases can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,123, while the lowest priced sells for $566 and the highest can go for as much as $14,156.
Finding the Right bookcases for You
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.
Find your dream bookcase on 1stDibs now.
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