Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Early 1900s English Georgian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Pine
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Bamboo
Late 19th Century Dutch Industrial Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Slate, Iron
Early 20th Century American Classical Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Brass
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Walnut
Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Wood
Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Oak
Early 20th Century French Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Wood
1910s Italian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Wood
1860s Victorian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Pine
Early 20th Century Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Bamboo
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Cherry
1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Brass
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Oak
Late 19th Century English Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Bamboo
19th Century American Chinoiserie Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Bamboo, Wicker, Plywood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Wood
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Brass
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Oak
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Cypress, Fabric
Early 1900s British Georgian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Walnut
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Marble, Bronze, Gold
Early 19th Century Sheraton Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Bronze, Ormolu
Mid-19th Century Irish George III Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
19th Century English Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Oak
Late 19th Century Dutch Renaissance Revival Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Oak
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Marble, Bronze
19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Walnut
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Metal, Wire
Early 1800s Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Walnut
1850s Chinese Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Brass
Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Brass
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Nutwood, Oak, Burl, Paper
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Brass, Bronze, Iron
1840s English Early Victorian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Hardwood
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Rattan, Elm
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Satinwood
Early 20th Century American Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Silver, Sterling Silver
19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Wood, Giltwood
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Marble, Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Walnut
1880s Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Renaissance Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Oak
1870s French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Oak
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Brass
18th Century English George III Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Brass
Early 20th Century American Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Reed
1910s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Oak
Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Edwardian Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Oak
1920s Great Britain (UK) Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Rosewood
1880s French Belle Époque Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Oak
Early 20th Century Primitive Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Hardwood, Paint
19th Century Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
19th Century Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
19th Century Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
1920s British Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelf Bookcase
Oak
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023Yes, 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.
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