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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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Italian large arched bookcase 1920s in solid fir wood. Large internal useful space. Beautiful
Category
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Materials
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Materials
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Category
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Materials
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, and bracket feet. Features upper open bookcase with the carved arch top and three fixed wood shelves
Category
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Materials
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Located in Staffordshire, GB
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Pair English Oak Arched Glazed Bookcase Cabinets
Price is each
sku 1796
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Category
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Materials
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Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880
19thC English Mahogany Arched Glazed Bookcase Cabinet
sku 1795
Base W154 x D47 x H94 cm
Category
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Materials
Mahogany
