Tall Glass Bookcase
2010s Federal Bookcases
Leather, Mahogany
20th Century Bookcases
Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Glass
20th Century American Biedermeier Bookcases
Cherry
Antique 1860s English High Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
Antique Late 19th Century German Renaissance Revival Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Bookcases
Pine, Blown Glass
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Metal
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Steel
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1930s Bookcases
Satinwood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Pine, Smoked Glass
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1970s English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique 19th Century Italian Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Bookcases
Oak, Paint
Antique Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Bookcases
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
Early 20th Century Belgian Régence Bookcases
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century Irish George III Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Empire Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
Antique 19th Century English Country Bookcases
Brass
Antique 1790s English Sheraton Bookcases
Glass, Satinwood
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century American American Classical Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Bookcases
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Antique 1870s Belgian Renaissance Revival Bookcases
Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century French Bookcases
Glass, Ebony, Oak, Walnut
Vintage 1960s French Campaign Bookcases
Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Leather
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases
Copper
Early 2000s Philippine Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Country Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1930s British Regency Bookcases
Rosewood, Satinwood
Early 2000s American Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Bookcases
Oak, Glass
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Empire Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century French Country Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Bookcases
Brass
20th Century English Chippendale Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Regency Bookcases
Brass, Bronze
Antique 18th Century English Jacobean Bookcases
Zinc
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Bookcases
Brass, Bronze, Iron
Antique Early 19th Century Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Metal
2010s French Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Antique 1880s English Gothic Revival Bookcases
Oak
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A bookcase with glass doors is also called a barrister bookcase. Designed in a cabinet style, these bookcases’ glass doors protect books and collectibles from gathering dust and allow guests to peruse your treasured volumes. The name “barrister” owes to the legal profession — barristers are experts in case law in England and traditionally required numerous law books for reference purposes to travel from chamber to chamber, and the sturdy and portable cabinets that were used to do so earned this nickname. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary bookcases from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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