Victorian 3-Door Oak Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Mid-Victorian 3-door breakfront bookcase in figured quarter-cut, golden oak. The molded cornice is
Antique 19th Century Bookcases
Oak
Victorian 3-Door Oak Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Mid-Victorian 3-door breakfront bookcase in figured quarter-cut, golden oak. The molded cornice is
Oak
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H 84.26 in W 86.62 in D 27.56 in
19th Century Victorian Period Mahogany 3-Door Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Quality 19th-Century Victorian Figured Mahogany Breakfront 3-Door Library Bookcase A fine
Mahogany
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H 39.38 in W 59.85 in D 15.36 in
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut 3 Door Credenza Sideboard Bookcase 19th C
Located in London, GB
/ bookcase, circa 1860 in date. The credenza features a moulded shaped top above three glazed doors and
Ormolu
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H 64 in W 57 in D 18.5 in
Antique and Large Eastlake Carved Walnut and Burl 3-Door Executive Bookcase
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique and large Eastlake step-back bookcase features walnut construction with carved crest
Bronze
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H 35.83 in W 46.07 in D 14.18 in
Victorian Mahogany 3-Door Bookcase by John Taylor and Son, Edinburgh
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4764, fine quality Victorian bookcase in mahogany, having cavetto cornice above 3 glazed doors
Mahogany
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H 59 in W 73 in D 13 in
Antique Bookcase, Walnut Display Cabinet, 3 Door Bookcase, Scotland 1900, B1275
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique bookcase, walnut display cabinet, 3 door bookcase, Scotland 1900, B1275 Scotland 1900
Walnut
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H 75 in W 44 in D 17 in
Antique 3 Door Barley Twist Oak Bookcase Display Cabinet, Scotland 1920, B2665
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique 3 Door Barley Twist Oak Bookcase display cabinet, Scotland 1920, B2665 Scotland 1920
Oak
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H 58 in W 84 in D 17 in
Antique Victorian East Lake 3 Door Bookcase Display Cabinet, America 1880, B2564
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique Victorian East Lake 3 door bookcase display cabinet, America, 1880, B2564 American 1880
Walnut
Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.
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 decorative objects or collectibles, 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 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. 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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