Bookcases
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Elm, Pine, Teak, Oak, Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1980s Pacific Islands Organic Modern Vintage Bookcases
Palmwood
20th Century Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
20th Century British Bookcases
Walnut
1970s European Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Copper
20th Century British Bookcases
Leather, Walnut
20th Century British Bookcases
Yew
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm
Early 20th Century American Victorian Bookcases
Brass
1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Padouk
1970s European Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wrought Iron
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1950s French Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Metal
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
20th Century Bookcases
Pine
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1910s American Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
20th Century Italian Bookcases
Iron
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Rosewood
1960s Swedish Vintage Bookcases
Pine
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Organic Modern Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Oak, Glass
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
20th Century English Country Bookcases
Hardwood
1990s Bookcases
Glass
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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