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What is the difference between an étagère and a bookcase?
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The main difference between an étagère and a bookcase is the design. Both types of furniture have shelves. However, an étagère usually has an open back, while most bookcases have enclosed backs. Shop a range of bookcases and étagères on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
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Vintage Bamboo Arched Bookcase with Drawers , 1980s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage Bamboo Arched Bookcase with Drawers , 1980s
Boho decoration - Vintage Bamboo - 1970/80s
Category
20th Century Bohemian Bookcases
Materials
Bamboo
Early 20th Century Italian Solid Fir Wood Arched Bookcase
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Italian large arched bookcase 1920s in solid fir wood. Large internal useful space. Beautiful
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Bookcases
Materials
Fir
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By Bernhardt
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Neoclassical Style Architectural Arched Bookcase Display Cabinets By Bernhardt - Set of 3
Category
20th Century Unknown American Classical Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Restored White Rattan Wicker Arched Bookcase
Located in Van Nuys, CA
A 1970s shabby chic white rattan wicker bookcase, standing tall with an arched top. This vintage
Category
Vintage 1970s Bookcases
Materials
Wicker, Rattan
1932 Signed Charak Furniture Art Deco Arch Bookcase Glass Cabinet
By Charak Furniture Company
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, arched glass bookcase cabinet you
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Wood
Solid Mahogany Twin Arch Bookcase with Brass Detailing and Classic Carvings
Located in Queens, NY
A refined statement in classical design, this English-style bookcase is meticulously crafted from
Category
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases
Materials
Brass
