Bookcases
19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Vintage Bookcases
Iron
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Kingwood
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Beech, Mahogany
1930s Italian Neoclassical Revival Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Wood
20th Century European Bookcases
Yew
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Steel
2010s Vietnamese George III Bookcases
Mahogany, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
1970s French Space Age Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1960s French Other Vintage Bookcases
Wood
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
1980s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1950s French Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Beech
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century English Aesthetic Movement Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Wood
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1990s Modern Bookcases
Lacquer
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Late 20th Century American Campaign Bookcases
Brass
Early 2000s American Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Bookcases
Brass
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Wood
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1960s Danish Minimalist Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1980s Swedish Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century Edwardian Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Bookcases
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary English Bookcases
Yew, Mahogany
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
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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