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Mahogany Bookcase From The 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant 19th century mahogany glazed bookcase Bookcase of very good quality which has its original
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19th Century British Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Bookcase From The 19th Century
Mahogany Bookcase From The 19th Century
H 62.6 in W 51.19 in D 14.18 in
19th Ct. English Regency Mahogany Bookcase / Desk with Fitted Interior
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Early 19th Century English Regency cylindrical desk and bookcase. Bookcase is mahogany with ebony
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Antique English Victorian Walnut & Brass Open Bookcase
Located in Glasgow, GB
An antique English late Victorian walnut open bookcase bookcase in the Regency style, very nice
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Late 19th Century British Regency Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Brass

Attractive Victorian Library Bookcase, Victorian Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn2721 Exceptional, Victorian library, open bookcase in walnut and burr walnut of slim proportions
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19th Century Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Walnut

Vardy Bookcase
By Jonathan Sainsbury
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
The Vardy bookcase is an important George III design architectural library breakfront bookcase
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Late 18th Century British Neoclassical Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Antique Vardy Bookcase
H 109.45 in W 82.68 in D 19.69 in
Secession Bookcase
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession bookcase with fassetted glass, brass fittings. Professionally stained and repolished.
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1910s Slovak Vienna Secession Antique Bookcases Bookcases

Materials

Beech

Antique Secession Bookcase
Secession Bookcase
H 74.81 in W 31.5 in D 13.39 in
Mahogany Bookcase
Located in New York, NY
Restoration period bookcase in beautiful bookmatched crotch mahogany veneer. Full-length doors have
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19th Century French Antique Bookcases Bookcases

Antique Mahogany Bookcase
H 88 in W 53 in D 20 in
Biedermeier Bookcase
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Biedermeier Bookcase in Walnut and Birdseye with large glass door. Interior shelves above a single
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19th Century Austrian Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Birdseye Maple, Walnut

Antique Biedermeier Bookcase
Biedermeier Bookcase
H 67 in W 31 in D 15 in
Empire Bookcase
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Empire bookcase – walnut, rootwood and ebonized wood and columns with brass hardware. Glazed doors
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19th Century Antique Bookcases Bookcases

Antique Empire Bookcase
Empire Bookcase
H 77.5 in W 39 in D 18 in
Pugin Bookcase
By Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin
Located in Greenwich, CT
An early 19th century Gothic oak bookcase, the rectangular crenellated top with octafoil panels
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Early 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Brass

Pugin Bookcase
Pugin Bookcase
H 103 in W 54 in D 19 in
Rustic Bookcase
Located in New York, NY
Antique rustic bookcase made of elm wood. Having Lattice style screened back. The elm wood is
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Elm

Rustic Bookcase
Rustic Bookcase
H 71.5 in W 33 in D 18.5 in
Spanish Bookcase
Located in Faversham, GB
A delightful rustic Spanish bookcase in pine, with four wide shelves and two spacious cupboards to
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Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Pine

Spanish Bookcase
Spanish Bookcase
H 63.78 in W 38.98 in D 10.24 in
Rattan Bookcase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Attractively fashioned with rattan facing on grasscloth covered shelves. Nicely accented front door. The top and side panels are also covered with grasscloth. Nicely proportioned vin...
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Early 20th Century Asian Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Grasscloth, Rattan, Glass, Wood

Rattan Bookcase
Rattan Bookcase
H 41.5 in W 27 in D 14 in
Mahogany bookcase
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A superb mid 18th century mahogany boocase in the manner of Giles Grendy, the two doors have wonderful shaped fielded panels. Great colour and patination.
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Mahogany bookcase
Mahogany bookcase
H 96 in W 46 in D 24 in
Bureau Bookcase C 1720 Flemish Bookcase 18th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Bureau, bookcase c 1720. Flemish bookcase with hunting scene made in mahogany and oak. Overall
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18th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Wood

Antique Victorian Bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique English mahogany bookcase. In good condition. The cabinet has adjustable shelves
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1860s British Victorian Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Antique Victorian Bookcase
Antique Victorian Bookcase
H 83.08 in W 59.06 in D 11.03 in
Victorian Walnut Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5507 Fine quality and very attractive Victorian figured and burr walnut bookcase, having cavetto
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Late 18th Century English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Walnut

Victorian Walnut Bookcase
Victorian Walnut Bookcase
H 90.551 in W 95.276 in D 19.291 in
19th Century Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Rosewood bookcase, the large rectangular top above central open bookcase having two adjustable
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19th Century British Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Wood

19th Century Bookcase
19th Century Bookcase
H 36 in W 58 in D 14.5 in
Edwardian Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
English Edwardian Bookcase in Mahogany. In the centre is a lovely single door with the original
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Early 20th Century English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Glass, Wood

Edwardian Mahogany Bookcase
Edwardian Mahogany Bookcase
H 61 in W 43.5 in D 13.5 in
Mahogany revolving bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany revolving bookcase the well-figured top. Above an arrangement of shelves raised up on a
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Early 20th Century British Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Wood

Mahogany revolving bookcase
Mahogany revolving bookcase
H 34 in W 20 in D 20 in
English Glazed Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Narrow two door painted and glazed bookcase with adjustable shelving. 1860. Reference: 8073
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Pine

English Glazed Bookcase
English Glazed Bookcase
H 89 in W 45 in D 16.5 in
Regency Open Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Regency bookcase the raised gallery supported on tulip carved fluted supports, to the large
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Early 19th Century British Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Wood

Regency Open Bookcase
Regency Open Bookcase
H 52.5 in W 80 in D 17 in
Walnut open bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut open bookcase, the rectangular well-figured cross banded bow fronted top above-moulded
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Early 20th Century British Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Walnut

Walnut open bookcase
Walnut open bookcase
H 34 in W 50.5 in D 15.5 in
Swedish Glazed Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C Swedish glazed and painted bookcase with adjustable shelving. 1840. Internal reference
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19th Century Swedish Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Pine

Swedish Glazed Bookcase
Swedish Glazed Bookcase
H 93 in W 46 in D 17.5 in
Mahogany open bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th-century mahogany open bookcase, the rectangular top above two bays of adjustable shelves
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19th Century British Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Wood

Mahogany open bookcase
Mahogany open bookcase
H 35 in W 52 in D 16 in
Regency Open Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th-century open bookcase, the rectangular well-figured top above moulded frieze supported on
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Early 19th Century British Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Wood

Regency Open Bookcase
Regency Open Bookcase
H 36.5 in W 42 in D 17 in
Regency open bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th-century open bookcase, the rectangular well-figured top having raised pierced three quarter
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Early 19th Century British Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Wood

Regency  open bookcase
Regency  open bookcase
H 37.5 in W 55 in D 12 in
Walnut Narrow Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut narrow bookcase of narrow proportions. The carved cornice above a pair of leaded stained
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Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Walnut

Walnut Narrow Bookcase
Walnut Narrow Bookcase
H 87 in W 36 in D 17 in
Antique revolving bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique mahogany revolving bookcase, exceptionally nice quality book mill from the famous
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Early 1900s English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Antique revolving bookcase
Antique revolving bookcase
H 33.86 in W 19.3 in D 19.3 in
Painted Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty little painted pine breakfront bookcase. 1840.    Dimensions 62.5 inches (159 cms
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Pine

Painted Breakfront Bookcase
Painted Breakfront Bookcase
H 84 in W 62.5 in D 16.5 in
Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Stamford, CT
A very finely carved mahogany breakfront bookcase with mitered doors having swag mullions set atop
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19th Century English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
H 81.5 in W 84.5 in D 21 in
Regency Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4543 A large Regency bookcase in mahogany, having architectural pediment above string inlaid
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1820s English Regency Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Rosewood

Regency Mahogany Bookcase
Regency Mahogany Bookcase
H 99.22 in W 49.61 in D 20.08 in
Scottish Library Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C Scottish library bookcase. 1840. Dimensions 93 inches (236 cms) wide 17.5 inches
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19th Century Scottish Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Oak, Pine

Scottish Library Bookcase
Scottish Library Bookcase
H 98 in W 93 in D 17.5 in
Swedish Gothic Bookcase
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Swedish 19th century bookcase with two glazed doors and gothic detailing, opening to four
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19th Century Swedish Gothic Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Wood

Swedish Gothic Bookcase
Swedish Gothic Bookcase
H 87.8 in W 46.07 in D 20.08 in
English Mahogany Bookcases
Located in Stamford, CT
A near pair of English mahogany bookcases retaining their original gold-plated grills newly lined
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19th Century English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

English Mahogany Bookcases
English Mahogany Bookcases
H 85 in W 47.5 in D 13 in
Walnut Bureau Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut bureau bookcase, the double dome top above a pair of well-figured walnut-paneled doors
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Early 20th Century British Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Walnut

Walnut Bureau Bookcase
Walnut Bureau Bookcase
H 82.5 in W 39.5 in D 22.5 in
Victorian Rosewood Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4215 A Victorian rosewood bookcase of diminutive proportions, having moulded outswept cornice
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1860s English Victorian Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Rosewood

Victorian Rosewood Bookcase
Victorian Rosewood Bookcase
H 86.62 in W 43.71 in D 14.18 in
Regency Library Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Mahogany breakfront library bookcase, the concaved moulded cornice, above four large curved
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Early 19th Century British Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Glass

Regency Library Bookcase
Regency Library Bookcase
H 102.5 in W 104 in D 18 in
French Walnut Bookcase
Located in Wilson, NC
This French walnut bookcase has a wire mesh door with beveled ebonized scalloped framing. The
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1860s French Antique Bookcases Bookcases

Materials

Brass

French Walnut Bookcase
French Walnut Bookcase
H 69 in W 43 in D 19 in
Georgian Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Folkestone, GB
A fine example of a late 18th century mahogany secretaire bookcase. Original handles and locks. The
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Georgian Secretaire Bookcase
Georgian Secretaire Bookcase
H 88.98 in W 46.46 in D 21.66 in
Austrian Biedermeier Bookcase
Located in Hudson, NY
This very fine bookcase is in excellent condition and has great color and style. The book case has
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19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Walnut

Austrian Biedermeier Bookcase
Austrian Biedermeier Bookcase
H 69.75 in W 49.25 in D 21.75 in
Antique Empire Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary antique empire bookcase in great condition completed and restored by our
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Early 1900s French Empire Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Brass

Antique Empire Bookcase
Antique Empire Bookcase
H 95 in W 48 in D 24 in
Antique Edwardian Bookcase
Located in London, GB
An excellent antique Edwardian Sheraton Revival period bookcase. This was made in England, it dates
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1890s British Sheraton Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Glass, Wood

Antique Edwardian Bookcase
Antique Edwardian Bookcase
H 75 in W 38 in D 20 in
English Inlaid Bookcase
Located in Wilson, NC
This English inlaid bookcase has an eight pane astragal door which is banded with satinwood and
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1860s English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Brass

English Inlaid Bookcase
English Inlaid Bookcase
H 65.5 in W 23 in D 19.5 in
19th Century Open Bookcase. This is a good roomy bookcase
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
19th Century Open Bookcase. This is a good roomy bookcase with a 4” gallery at the back and
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19th Century Victorian Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Walnut

Neo Renaissance Bookcase
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Manufactured in the southeastern part of the old Austro-Hungarian Empire, private estate Romania. Veneer restored and repolished. First used by Count Zelenski, Neudorf (Romania) unti...
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19th Century Antique Bookcases Bookcases

Neo Renaissance Bookcase
Neo Renaissance Bookcase
H 96 in W 96 in D 27.5 in
Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
St050 Fine quality Victorian open bookcase in mahogany, having well figured top with moulded edge
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Late 19th Century English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
H 44.488 in W 42.126 in D 12.598 in
Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5517 Victorian, mahogany open bookcase of round shoulder design, having figured mahogany top with
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19th Century English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
Victorian Mahogany Open Bookcase
H 44.882 in W 41.732 in D 12.598 in
Large Globe Wernicke Bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Large impressive mahogany Globe Wernicke bookcase consisting of 24 stackable parts. The cabinet has
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Early 1900s English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Large Globe Wernicke Bookcase
Large Globe Wernicke Bookcase
H 92.52 in W 136.62 in D 14.18 in
Edwardian Mahogany Open Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5505 Late Victorian / Edwardian open bookcase in mahogany, having figured top with moulded edge
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Early 20th Century English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Edwardian Mahogany Open Bookcase
Edwardian Mahogany Open Bookcase
H 43.701 in W 47.244 in D 12.598 in
Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5494 Fine quality Edwardian revolving bookcase in mahogany, having figured mahogany top with
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Early 20th Century English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase
Edwardian Mahogany Revolving Bookcase
H 33.858 in W 20.079 in D 20.079 in
Edwardian Walnut Open Bookcase
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
K0622 Edwardian open bookcase in walnut, having shaped upstand to the back edge, figured walnut top
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Early 20th Century English Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Walnut

Edwardian Walnut Open Bookcase
Edwardian Walnut Open Bookcase
H 48.031 in W 42.126 in D 11.024 in
Antique Edwardian Revolving Bookcase
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique Edwardian revolving bookcase. This was made in England, it dates from around
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Wood

Gothic oak breakfront bookcase
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present a remarkable Gothic Oak Breakfront Bookcase
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Late 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Gothic oak breakfront bookcase
Gothic oak breakfront bookcase
H 92.92 in W 74.41 in D 20.08 in
Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present a distinctive Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase
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19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase
Regency Mahogany Open Bookcase
H 53.94 in W 27.96 in D 13.78 in
19th Century Open Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
19th century Open bookcase, the rectangular well-figured top above-molded frieze supported on
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19th Century British Antique Bookcases Bookcases

Materials

Wood

19th Century Open Bookcase
19th Century Open Bookcase
H 36.5 in W 36.5 in D 12.5 in
Big Globe Wernicke Bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique oak Globe Wernicke bookcase. Completely in perfect condition. The cabinet
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Early 1900s Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Oak

Big Globe Wernicke Bookcase
Big Globe Wernicke Bookcase
H 89.38 in W 102.37 in D 10.24 in
19th century biedermeier bookcase
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
19th century biedermeier bookcase in very good original condition.
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1820s Slovak Biedermeier Antique Bookcases Bookcases

Materials

Wood

19th century biedermeier bookcase
19th century biedermeier bookcase
H 68.51 in W 39.38 in D 17.33 in
Carved Oak Open Bookcase
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Carved Oak Open bookcase. The bookcase is good quality, with attractive carving on the front, it
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Early 20th Century Antique Bookcases Bookcases

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Oak

Carved Oak Open Bookcase
Carved Oak Open Bookcase
H 45 in W 42 in D 12 in
19thC English Bamboo Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880 19thC English Bamboo Bookcase sku 1638 W82 x D33 x H137 cm
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19th Century Antique Bookcases Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo, Pine

19thC English Bamboo Bookcase
19thC English Bamboo Bookcase
H 53.94 in W 32.29 in D 13 in
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Antique Bookcases Bookcases For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique bookcases bookcases is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique bookcases bookcases — often made from wood, mahogany and oak — can elevate any home. There are all kinds of antique bookcases bookcases available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique bookcases bookcases are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Georgian and Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Globe Wernicke, Maple & Co. and Gillows of Lancaster & London each produced beautiful antique bookcases bookcases that are worth considering.

How Much are Antique Bookcases Bookcases?

Prices for antique bookcases bookcases can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique bookcases bookcases begin at $1 and can go as high as $15,675,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,190.

Finding the Right bookcases for You

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. 

Find your dream bookcase on 1stDibs now.

Questions About Antique Bookcases Bookcases
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Barrister bookcases are made up of several distinct book shelf units which combine together to form the cabinet. This can be beneficial when moving, as the books can remain within the shelves and each shelf can move separately.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A breakfront bookcase is usually a large wooden bookcase that houses either books or dishes. They’re similar in appearance to hutches in that they have glass-fronted shelving on the top and cabinets on the bottom.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A bookcase with doors is also called a bookshelf, a bookstand, a cupboard or a bookrack. It is a close-sided unit that encases books and is designed to sit on the floor. On 1stDibs find a wide variety of antique, new and vintage bookcases today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    Yes, there can be a difference between a bookshelf and a bookcase. Although many people use the words to describe any piece of furniture with shelves for books, some manufacturers call pieces with doors bookcases and pieces without doors bookshelves. Find a variety of bookcases and bookshelves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The term barrister bookcase means a piece of storage furniture primarily used during the 17th and 18th centuries. Also called lawyer's bookcases, the furnishings featured wood construction and glass-paneled doors. At the time the bookcases were most popular, books were expensive luxury goods. The glass doors helped to protect them from light and dust. Shop a collection of barrister bookcases on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    An ideal bookcase depth is usually between 10 and 12 inches. Shelf spacing can range from 7 to 15 inches for bookshelves, with 8 to 12 inches being the most typical. Because compact bookcases are designed for lesser volumes and libraries, they will be shallower. A small bookcase's depth is usually around 6 inches. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of antique and vintage bookcases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, you can generally put wheels on a bookcase. However, the wheels that you choose must be strong enough to support both the weight of the bookcase and the total weight of all the books you intend to store on it. As a result, industrial-strength metal casters are usually the best option for the job. You'll find a large collection of bookcases on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A bookcase with glass doors is also called a barrister bookcase. Designed in a cabinet style, these bookcases’ glass doors protect books and collectibles from gathering dust and allow guests to peruse your treasured volumes. The name “barrister” owes to the legal profession — barristers are experts in case law in England and traditionally required numerous law books for reference purposes to travel from chamber to chamber, and the sturdy and portable cabinets that were used to do so earned this nickname. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary bookcases from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best wood used for building a bookcase is plywood made from hardwood. It is easily available and comes in many types. Laminated panels that can be glued together are also a great option for a bookcase. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique, new and vintage wooden bookcases.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A few companies made barrister bookcases, including the F. E. Hale Manufacturing Company, Globe Wernicke, Grand Rapids Furniture Company, Gunn Furniture Company and the John Danner Company. Barrister bookcases are bookcases with solid backs and removable shelving units that get stacked inside. Doors that open outward and slide away under the shelf enclose each unit. On 1stDibs, shop a range of barrister bookcases.

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