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Pair of 19th Century Classical Revival Bookcases
Located in Troy, NY
Pair of unusual bookcases with a strong visual impact. The elegant swan necks decorating the glazed
Category

Antique 19th Century British Neoclassical Revival Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of 19th Century Classical Revival Bookcases
Pair of 19th Century Classical Revival Bookcases

Pair of 19th Century Classical Revival Bookcases

H 55 in W 25.5 in D 14.5 in
Hug Bookcase by Rejo Studio
By REJO design studio
Located in Riyadh, SA
one ever thought of, and how it left us unaware of anything An unusual bookcase with its irregular
Category

2010s Asian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hug Bookcase by Rejo Studio
Hug Bookcase by Rejo Studio

Hug Bookcase by Rejo Studio

H 70.87 in W 64.97 in D 13.78 in
Hug Bookcase by Rejo Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
, that no one ever thought of, and how it left us unaware of anything. An unusual bookcase with its
Category

2010s Saudi Arabian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Hug Bookcase by Rejo Studio
Hug Bookcase by Rejo Studio

Hug Bookcase by Rejo Studio

H 70.87 in W 13.78 in D 64.97 in
Unusual Empire Style Bookcase, France, 19th Century
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Quirky and unusual Empire style breakfront bookcase, the wood painted with a faux bois trompe
Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Bookcases

Unusual Empire Style Bookcase, France, 19th Century
Unusual Empire Style Bookcase, France, 19th Century

Unusual Empire Style Bookcase, France, 19th Century

H 72.45 in W 18.9 in D 75.99 in
Unusual 19th Century English Double-Sided Bookcase Bookshelf
Located in Shippensburg, PA
UNUSUAL VICTORIAN MAHOGANY DOUBLE-SIDED BOOKCASE England, circa mid-to-late 19th century Item
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Unusual 19th Century English Double-Sided Bookcase Bookshelf
Unusual 19th Century English Double-Sided Bookcase Bookshelf

Unusual 19th Century English Double-Sided Bookcase Bookshelf

H 54.13 in W 42 in D 18 in
Unusual Antique Indian or African Shelve Unit Bookcase
Located in London, GB
A unique and unusual shelving composition. Believed to be early 20th century possibly earlier
Category

Early 20th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Unusual Antique Indian or African Shelve Unit Bookcase
Unusual Antique Indian or African Shelve Unit Bookcase

Unusual Antique Indian or African Shelve Unit Bookcase

H 82.68 in W 42.13 in D 18.51 in
A Very Fine and Unusual Large 19th Century Open Bookcase
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine and unusual, well figured walnut 19th Century open bookcase of large proportions
Category

Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

A Very Fine and Unusual Large 19th Century Open Bookcase
A Very Fine and Unusual Large 19th Century Open Bookcase

A Very Fine and Unusual Large 19th Century Open Bookcase

H 80 in W 72.75 in D 12.5 in
Unusual Baker Chinoiserie Modular Chest Bookcase Shelf Mid-Century Modern
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual Baker Chinoiserie style 2-piece modular bookcase chest. The top shelving unit sits on top
Category

Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Unusual Baker Chinoiserie Modular Chest Bookcase Shelf Mid-Century Modern
Unusual Baker Chinoiserie Modular Chest Bookcase Shelf Mid-Century Modern

Unusual Baker Chinoiserie Modular Chest Bookcase Shelf Mid-Century Modern

H 59.25 in W 38 in D 19.25 in
Rare & Unusual Set of Three 17th Century Italian Walnut Bookcases
Located in Southampton, NY
A rare and unusual set of three Italian walnut bookcases from the late 17th century with
Category

Antique Late 17th Century Italian Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Rare & Unusual Set of Three 17th Century Italian Walnut Bookcases
Rare & Unusual Set of Three 17th Century Italian Walnut Bookcases

Rare & Unusual Set of Three 17th Century Italian Walnut Bookcases

H 86.25 in W 61 in D 18.75 in
Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality and unusual Victorian walnut open bookcase, having a cupboard at each
Category

Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase
Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase

Victorian Walnut Open Bookcase

H 51.97 in W 72.05 in D 15.36 in
Antique Revolving Bookcase / Cabinet
Located in London, GB
late twentieth century. The quality is outstanding, this is an unusual size for a revolving bookcase
Category

Vintage 1970s British Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Antique Revolving Bookcase / Cabinet
Antique Revolving Bookcase / Cabinet

Antique Revolving Bookcase / Cabinet

H 27.17 in W 13.39 in D 13.39 in
Bookcase Folding Flat Teak
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
An unusual and ingenious, mid-century modern retro, portable, folding table top bookcase or display
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Bookcase Folding Flat Teak
Bookcase Folding Flat Teak

Bookcase Folding Flat Teak

H 37.01 in W 27.96 in D 11.42 in
Victorian Open Bookcase Mirrored Back
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Unusual Early Victorian Open Bookcase. This Bookcase is Raised Upon a Plinth Base. Period Victorian
Category

Vintage 1980s Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Victorian Open Bookcase Mirrored Back
Victorian Open Bookcase Mirrored Back

Victorian Open Bookcase Mirrored Back

H 51 in W 36.5 in D 13 in
Victorian Open Front Bookcase Mirrored Back
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Unusual Early Victorian Open Bookcase. This Bookcase is Raised Upon a Plinth Base. Period Victorian
Category

Vintage 1980s Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Victorian Open Front Bookcase Mirrored Back
Victorian Open Front Bookcase Mirrored Back

Victorian Open Front Bookcase Mirrored Back

H 51 in W 36 in D 13 in
Cross Bookcase by Alva Design
Located in Geneve, CH
Cross Bookcase by Alva Design Materials: MDF veneered in natural wood, Tempered glass 12mm
Category

2010s Brazilian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Cross Bookcase by Alva Design
Cross Bookcase by Alva Design

Cross Bookcase by Alva Design

H 71.66 in W 55.52 in D 16.23 in
19th century Empire Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Stockholm, SE
A very nice directoire/empire mahogany bookcase from around 1800 or early 19th century. The
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

19th century Empire Mahogany Bookcase
19th century Empire Mahogany Bookcase

19th century Empire Mahogany Bookcase

H 96.46 in W 57.09 in D 19.3 in
George III Mahogany Pedestal Waterfall Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
a late 18th century George III freestanding mahogany pedestal waterfall bookcase, unusual form
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Pedestal Waterfall Bookcase
George III Mahogany Pedestal Waterfall Bookcase

George III Mahogany Pedestal Waterfall Bookcase

H 55.5 in W 30 in D 14 in
Revolving Bookcase in Walnut-19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant revolving bookcase in walnut from the 19th century from England. Very beautiful bookcase
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Revolving Bookcase in Walnut-19th Century
Revolving Bookcase in Walnut-19th Century

Revolving Bookcase in Walnut-19th Century

H 32.68 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in
19th Century Style Painted Open Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Unusual 19th century style painted open bookcase. Dimensions: 88 inches (224 cms) wide 15 inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Pine

19th Century Style Painted Open Bookcase
19th Century Style Painted Open Bookcase

19th Century Style Painted Open Bookcase

H 86.5 in W 88 in D 15 in
19th Century regency period rosewood bookcases
Located in London, GB
An unusual near pair of early 19th century Regency period rosewood Bookcases, boxwood line and
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Bookcases

Materials

Boxwood, Rosewood

19th Century regency period rosewood bookcases
19th Century regency period rosewood bookcases

19th Century regency period rosewood bookcases

H 67.5 in W 42.5 in D 18 in
George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase with Glazed Doors, has wonderful
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase
George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase

George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase

H 93 in W 71 in D 21 in
19th Century inlaid oak architectural cabinet bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century inlaid oak architectural cabinet bookcase circa 1880. Unusual open bookcase on
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Oak

19th Century inlaid oak architectural cabinet bookcase
19th Century inlaid oak architectural cabinet bookcase

19th Century inlaid oak architectural cabinet bookcase

H 97 in W 43 in D 15.25 in
Open Bookcase in Walnut 19 ° Century-England
Located in Brussels, Brussels
of large size, which is unusual. In addition It is unusual to find them a walnut. The bookcase is
Category

Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Open Bookcase in Walnut 19 ° Century-England
Open Bookcase in Walnut 19 ° Century-England

Open Bookcase in Walnut 19 ° Century-England

H 53.94 in W 43.71 in D 11.82 in
Georgian Mahogany 18th Century Library Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality 18th century mahogany secretaire bookcase of diminutive proportion having 13
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany 18th Century Library Secretaire Bookcase
Georgian Mahogany 18th Century Library Secretaire Bookcase

Georgian Mahogany 18th Century Library Secretaire Bookcase

H 82.5 in W 38 in D 21.5 in
Open Bookcase In Mahogany 19 ° Century-england
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant open bookcase in mahogany from the second half of the 19th century from England Superb
Category

Antique 19th Century British Late Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Open Bookcase In Mahogany 19 ° Century-england
Open Bookcase In Mahogany 19 ° Century-england

Open Bookcase In Mahogany 19 ° Century-england

H 47.64 in W 50.01 in D 11.82 in
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

Antique English Victorian Walnut & Brass Open Bookcase
Antique English Victorian Walnut & Brass Open Bookcase

Antique English Victorian Walnut & Brass Open Bookcase

H 37.21 in W 54.02 in D 11.15 in
Regency Breakfront Bookcase Mahogany Lambs Manchester 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Breakfront Bookcase is Rather Unusual Having Glazed Doors to the Lower and Upper Section. The Oak Lined
Category

Antique 1880s Regency Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Breakfront Bookcase Mahogany Lambs Manchester 1880
Regency Breakfront Bookcase Mahogany Lambs Manchester 1880

Regency Breakfront Bookcase Mahogany Lambs Manchester 1880

H 96 in W 80 in D 19 in
Chinoiserie Red and Gilt Painted Tall Bookcase
Located in New York, NY
A very fine bookcase with unusual chinoiserie style decoration and code of arm. Applied wrought
Category

20th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Wrought Iron

Chinoiserie Red and Gilt Painted Tall Bookcase
Chinoiserie Red and Gilt Painted Tall Bookcase

Chinoiserie Red and Gilt Painted Tall Bookcase

H 82 in W 43.5 in D 24 in
Georgian 18th Century Mahogany Bureau Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very attractive and good quality George III period mahogany bureau bookcase having unusual
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian 18th Century Mahogany Bureau Bookcase Cabinet
Georgian 18th Century Mahogany Bureau Bookcase Cabinet

Georgian 18th Century Mahogany Bureau Bookcase Cabinet

H 93 in W 38 in D 22 in
Outstanding Quality Antique Regency Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique regency mahogany secretaire bookcase having an unusual scroll shaped
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Bookcases

Materials

Other

Outstanding Quality Antique Regency Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Outstanding Quality Antique Regency Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Outstanding Quality Antique Regency Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

H 87.8 in W 42.13 in D 19.89 in
Important Mahogany Revolving Bookcase From The 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
mahogany bookcase which has three levels which is unusual since almost all the time they only have two
Category

Antique 19th Century British Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Important Mahogany Revolving Bookcase From The 19th Century
Important Mahogany Revolving Bookcase From The 19th Century

Important Mahogany Revolving Bookcase From The 19th Century

H 44.89 in W 22.05 in D 22.45 in
Unusual and Rare Pair of Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Etageres
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Unusual and rare pair of Adrian Pearsall Brutalist etageres. Very hard to find one but to have a
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Resin

Unusual and Rare Pair of Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Etageres
Unusual and Rare Pair of Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Etageres

Unusual and Rare Pair of Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Etageres

H 76 in W 37 in D 17.5 in
Small Antique Regency Quality Figured Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Small antique Regency quality figured mahogany secretaire bookcase having a quality carved mahogany
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Bookcases

Materials

Other

Small Antique Regency Quality Figured Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Small Antique Regency Quality Figured Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Small Antique Regency Quality Figured Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

H 78.94 in W 33.08 in D 16.93 in
Pair of Regency Period Rosewood Open Bookcases
Located in London, GB
A pair of early 19th Century Regency period figured rosewood Open Bookshelves of unusual small
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Regency Period Rosewood Open Bookcases
Pair of Regency Period Rosewood Open Bookcases

Pair of Regency Period Rosewood Open Bookcases

H 135 in W 68 in D 25 in
Rare French Empire Mahogany Bookcase Library Jacob Desmalter
By François-Honoré-Georges Jacob-Desmalter
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Large and very unusual French Empire bookcase in beautifully figured mahogany veneer. Four glazed
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Rare French Empire Mahogany Bookcase Library Jacob Desmalter
Rare French Empire Mahogany Bookcase Library Jacob Desmalter

Rare French Empire Mahogany Bookcase Library Jacob Desmalter

H 83.86 in W 104.73 in D 15.75 in
Smart Pair of Regency Simulated Rosewood Open Bookcases
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
An unusual pair of finely grained rosewood open bookcases with gilt line decoration. The top
Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Smart Pair of Regency Simulated Rosewood Open Bookcases
Smart Pair of Regency Simulated Rosewood Open Bookcases

Smart Pair of Regency Simulated Rosewood Open Bookcases

H 52.76 in W 36.23 in D 14.97 in
Large Scale 19th Century Regency Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An unusual and large scaled 19th century mahogany waterfall/open bookcase of upright rectangular
Category

Antique 19th Century Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Large Scale 19th Century Regency Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
Large Scale 19th Century Regency Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase

Large Scale 19th Century Regency Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase

H 68.9 in W 56.7 in D 16.15 in
Mid-Century Modern Bookcase or Shelves with Hinged Sides
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning, tall bookcase or shelf unit made of sheesham--a rare and exotic hard wood and sister to
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase or Shelves with Hinged Sides
Mid-Century Modern Bookcase or Shelves with Hinged Sides

Mid-Century Modern Bookcase or Shelves with Hinged Sides

H 70 in W 27 in D 12 in
Pair of Globe Wernicke Bookcases in Mahogany, 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant pair of small Globe Wernicke London bookcases in mahogany from the end of the 19th century
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Globe Wernicke Bookcases in Mahogany, 19th Century
Pair of Globe Wernicke Bookcases in Mahogany, 19th Century

Pair of Globe Wernicke Bookcases in Mahogany, 19th Century

H 56.7 in W 34.26 in D 12.6 in
Art Deco Glamourous Sycamore & Walnut Glazed Bookcase, English, C1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this fabulously glamourous Art Deco glazed bookcase with a peach mirrored
Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut, Mirror, Sycamore

Art Deco Glamourous Sycamore & Walnut Glazed Bookcase, English, C1930
Art Deco Glamourous Sycamore & Walnut Glazed Bookcase, English, C1930

Art Deco Glamourous Sycamore & Walnut Glazed Bookcase, English, C1930

H 36.62 in W 30.12 in D 11.03 in
Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
cornice and the shelves. This is unusual and very elegant The bookcase is well proportioned and has
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19th Century
Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19th Century

Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19th Century

H 65.75 in W 77.96 in D 12.21 in
Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
bookcase of large size and high which is unusual with a deeper lower part. This makes it possible to
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19th Century
Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19th Century

Large Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19th Century

H 97.25 in W 74.81 in D 16.15 in
Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19 ° Century-England
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant open bookcase in mahogany from the 19th century from England. Uprights decorated with
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19 ° Century-England
Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19 ° Century-England

Open Bookcase in Mahogany from the 19 ° Century-England

H 47.64 in W 47.64 in D 11.42 in
Fine Pair of 19th Century Pollard Oak Open Bookcases
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A Pair of Exceptionally Fine Pollard Oak and Oak Display Cabinets or Bookcases of Pronounced
Category

Antique 19th Century Bookcases

Materials

Marble

Fine Pair of 19th Century Pollard Oak Open Bookcases
Fine Pair of 19th Century Pollard Oak Open Bookcases

Fine Pair of 19th Century Pollard Oak Open Bookcases

H 92.92 in W 61.82 in D 16.15 in
Outstanding Quality Antique George II Figured Mahogany Bureau Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Outstanding quality antique George II figured mahogany bureau bookcase having an outstanding
Category

Antique 1740s English George II Bookcases

Materials

Other

Outstanding Quality Antique George II Figured Mahogany Bureau Bookcase
Outstanding Quality Antique George II Figured Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

Outstanding Quality Antique George II Figured Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

H 81.7 in W 42.33 in D 23.23 in
Store Showcase Cabinet Or Bookcase In Mahogany Early 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Lovely little mahogany display cabinet or bookcase from the early 19th century circa 1820. Small
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Store Showcase Cabinet Or Bookcase In Mahogany Early 19th Century
Store Showcase Cabinet Or Bookcase In Mahogany Early 19th Century

Store Showcase Cabinet Or Bookcase In Mahogany Early 19th Century

H 40.95 in W 47.64 in D 13.39 in
Monumental Carved Pine English Country Paint Decorated Bookshelf Bookcase
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
elements with all of the charm that antiques have and re-designed to act as an enormous bookcase or
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Monumental Carved Pine English Country Paint Decorated Bookshelf Bookcase
Monumental Carved Pine English Country Paint Decorated Bookshelf Bookcase

Monumental Carved Pine English Country Paint Decorated Bookshelf Bookcase

H 99.25 in W 166 in D 21 in
Antique Georgian Sheraton Neo-Classical Inlaid Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, 1795
Located in Portland, OR
unusual Georgian bookcase secretary is of the highest quality and in very good condition. Bloomsbury Fine
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Sheraton Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Georgian Sheraton Neo-Classical Inlaid Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, 1795
Antique Georgian Sheraton Neo-Classical Inlaid Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, 1795

Antique Georgian Sheraton Neo-Classical Inlaid Mahogany Secretary Bookcase, 1795

H 77 in W 39.25 in D 19 in
A rare small early-18th century walnut bureau bookcase/ cabinet
Located in Lymington, GB
A rare, small, English George I / II- period walnut bureau bookcase/ cabinet with a moulded swan
Category

Antique 18th Century English George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

A rare small early-18th century walnut bureau bookcase/ cabinet
A rare small early-18th century walnut bureau bookcase/ cabinet

A rare small early-18th century walnut bureau bookcase/ cabinet

H 83.08 in W 25.5 in D 20.08 in
Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870
By S.E. & R. Johnson. Warrington
Located in Miami, FL
A handsome and very well crafted English break-front bookcase or bibliotheque in solid mahogany by
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870
Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870

Antique English Break-Front Bibliotheque Bookcase in Mahogany, circa 1870

H 101 in W 164.5 in D 27 in
Open Bookcase In Mahogany And Marquetry From The 19th Century-england
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant open bookcase mahogany from the 19th century from England Beautiful quality bookcase with
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Open Bookcase In Mahogany And Marquetry From The 19th Century-england
Open Bookcase In Mahogany And Marquetry From The 19th Century-england

Open Bookcase In Mahogany And Marquetry From The 19th Century-england

H 40.56 in W 42.13 in D 13.39 in
Antique English George III Chippendale Period Pine Country House Double Bookcase
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Glasgow, GB
A mid 18th century Chippendale period pine country house double bookcase cabinet featuring a fluted
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique English George III Chippendale Period Pine Country House Double Bookcase
Antique English George III Chippendale Period Pine Country House Double Bookcase

Antique English George III Chippendale Period Pine Country House Double Bookcase

H 90.5 in W 73.25 in D 21.25 in
Ligne Roset By Peter Maly Lines Sloping Shelving Bookcase, White Glossy Lacquer
By Peter Maly, Ligne Roset
Located in London, GB
The Lines bookcase designed by Peter Maly for Ligne Roset is composed by sloping shelves and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Ligne Roset By Peter Maly Lines Sloping Shelving Bookcase, White Glossy Lacquer
Ligne Roset By Peter Maly Lines Sloping Shelving Bookcase, White Glossy Lacquer

Ligne Roset By Peter Maly Lines Sloping Shelving Bookcase, White Glossy Lacquer

H 85.83 in W 83.86 in D 13.78 in
21st Century Taxila Bookcase in Wood and Metal by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro, Etro Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
an unusual combination of elements. The element is inserted inside a sculptural structure that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

21st Century Taxila Bookcase in Wood and Metal by Etro Home Interiors
21st Century Taxila Bookcase in Wood and Metal by Etro Home Interiors

21st Century Taxila Bookcase in Wood and Metal by Etro Home Interiors

H 98.43 in W 99.61 in D 19.69 in
Pair New Unfinished Baker Obelisk Shape Double Sided 360 Degree Walnut Bookcases
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair New Unfinished Baker Obelisk Shape Double Sided 360 Degree Walnut Bookcases. These Baker
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Pair New Unfinished Baker Obelisk Shape Double Sided 360 Degree Walnut Bookcases
Pair New Unfinished Baker Obelisk Shape Double Sided 360 Degree Walnut Bookcases

Pair New Unfinished Baker Obelisk Shape Double Sided 360 Degree Walnut Bookcases

H 871 in W 18 in D 18 in
A Very Rare and Fine 19th Century Pair of Mahogany Bookcases or Display Cases
Located in Dublin, IE
A very rare and fine unusual 19th Century pair of finely figured mahogany bookcases or display
Category

Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

A Very Rare and Fine 19th Century Pair of Mahogany Bookcases or Display Cases
A Very Rare and Fine 19th Century Pair of Mahogany Bookcases or Display Cases

A Very Rare and Fine 19th Century Pair of Mahogany Bookcases or Display Cases

H 71.25 in W 38.5 in D 13 in
A Brass and Mahogany Etagere
Located in Conwy, GB
An unusual freestanding etagere in untouched original condition.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Brass

A Brass and Mahogany Etagere
A Brass and Mahogany Etagere

A Brass and Mahogany Etagere

H 35 in W 23.2 in D 13.7 in
Circa 1800 Carved Oak and Wire Paneled Double Bibliothèque from Southwest France
Located in Dallas, TX
An unusual double bibliothèque from southwest France, this impressive bookcase was hand-carved from
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Wire

Circa 1800 Carved Oak and Wire Paneled Double Bibliothèque from Southwest France
Circa 1800 Carved Oak and Wire Paneled Double Bibliothèque from Southwest France

Circa 1800 Carved Oak and Wire Paneled Double Bibliothèque from Southwest France

H 94.625 in W 124.5 in D 21.5 in
Italian Mid-Century Wood and Leather Shelf
Located in Dallas, TX
Unusual Italian mid-century wood and leather etagere shelf. Circa 1960. Perfect for today's
Category

Vintage 1960s Bookcases

Materials

Leather, Wood

Italian Mid-Century Wood and Leather Shelf
Italian Mid-Century Wood and Leather Shelf

Italian Mid-Century Wood and Leather Shelf

H 79 in W 36 in D 12 in
Victorian Dumb Waiter Bookshelf Mahogany 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
This Dumb Waiter Features 1 Mahogany Lined Drawer and Has Rather Unusual End Supports. Circa 1860
Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Dumb Waiter Bookshelf Mahogany 1860
Victorian Dumb Waiter Bookshelf Mahogany 1860

Victorian Dumb Waiter Bookshelf Mahogany 1860

H 48 in W 48 in D 20 in
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Unusual Bookcases For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of unusual bookcases available for sale. The range of distinct unusual bookcases — often made from wood, glass and mahogany — can elevate any home. Unusual bookcases have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of unusual bookcases to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Arts and Crafts, Georgian and Mid-Century Modern unusual bookcases are of considerable interest. If space is limited, there are small unusual bookcases measuring 16.25 inches across. Globe Wernicke, Kai Kristiansen and Adrian Pearsall each produced beautiful unusual bookcases that are worth considering.

How Much are Unusual Bookcases?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,800, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $28,400 highest priced.

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.

Questions About Unusual Bookcases
Prices for most unusual bookcases on 1stdibs are negotiable. You’ll see a "Make an Offer" button on the item details page, indicating that the seller is willing to consider a lower price. It’s not uncommon for customers to get 15–25% off the list price after negotiating. See our tips for negotiating like a pro.
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