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Bookcases Made In France

MUSEUM QUALITY MADE IN FRANCE JALLU MASSiVE STRAW MARQUETRY BOOKCASE
By Jallu Ebenistes
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, Museum quality, extra large open display bookcase with Straw Marquetry which was custom made to order
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20th Century French Art Deco Bookcases

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Brass

MUSEUM QUALITY MADE IN FRANCE JALLU MASSiVE STRAW MARQUETRY BOOKCASE
MUSEUM QUALITY MADE IN FRANCE JALLU MASSiVE STRAW MARQUETRY BOOKCASE
$38,717 Sale Price
20% Off
H 110.24 in W 77.17 in D 17.64 in
French Inspired Bookcase, Custom Hand-Made to Order in Our Chicago Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
Custom Country French inspired handmade 4-door bookcase, in the Directoire style, finished with a
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2010s American Directoire Bookcases

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Wood

Antique French Burr Walnut Revolving Bookcase
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique French burr walnut revolving bookcase. This was made in France, it dates from
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Bookcases

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Walnut

Antique French Burr Walnut Revolving Bookcase
Antique French Burr Walnut Revolving Bookcase
$2,005
H 31.11 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in
Bear, White Polar Bear Bookshelf, Made in France
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2) The polar bear that is in perfect harmony with its function as bookshelves, gets heavier...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bookcases

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Laminate, Wood

Bear, White Polar Bear Bookshelf, Made in France
Bear, White Polar Bear Bookshelf, Made in France
$2,888 / item
H 37.41 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in
Bear, Black Polar Bear Bookshelf, Made in France
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 500 other unique products. (2) The polar bear that is in perfect harmony with its function as bookshelves, gets heavier...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bookcases

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Laminate, Wood

Bear, Black Polar Bear Bookshelf, Made in France
Bear, Black Polar Bear Bookshelf, Made in France
$2,888 / item
H 37.41 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in
19th Century French Ebony and Boulle Bookcase/Vitrine
By François Linke
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A handsome bookcase or china cabinet made in France in the last half of the 19th century. The case
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Bookcases

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Wood

White and Brown Art Deco Display Cabinet Made in France, 1930s, Walnut
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
20th century Art Deco display cabinet Completely restored to the high gloss. Material: Walnut.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

French Industrial Style Etagere in Steel and Bronze Made to Order in Any Size
Located in Chicago, IL
French Industrial style steel and bronze etagere available in any size you chose. In lieu of steel
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2010s American Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Steel, Bronze

French Art Deco Display Cabinet, Made in the 1920s, Restored to High Gloss
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
20th century Art Deco display cabinet Completely restored to the high gloss. Material: Mahogany.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases

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Wood, Mahogany, Lacquer

French Art Deco Display Cabinet, Made in the 1920s, Restored to High Gloss
French Art Deco Display Cabinet, Made in the 1920s, Restored to High Gloss
$3,393 Sale Price
30% Off
H 60.63 in W 37.41 in D 17.72 in
Art Deco Period Marble Bookends with Sculpted Dice
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Carrara marble. It is a decorative piece for on a desk or in the bookcase. Made in France around 1920-1920
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookends

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Marble, Carrara Marble

Art Deco Period Marble Bookends with Sculpted Dice
Art Deco Period Marble Bookends with Sculpted Dice
$778 / set
H 5.52 in W 6.7 in D 3.55 in
18th Century, French Louis XVI Wood Sideboard by Conrad Mauter
By Conrad Mauter
Located in IT
bookcase, was made in France in the eighteenth century. Its structure is paved in precious bois de rose
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Rosewood

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French Renaissance Style Carved Oak Vitrine Breakfront China Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
quite amazing. This bookcase was originally made in France, circa 1940. The two upper shelves are
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Vintage 1940s French Renaissance Cabinets

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Iron

Vintage French Oak Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage oak bookcase made in France with eight doors, adjustable shelving and great hardware. The
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Vintage 1930s French Bookcases

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Oak

Vintage French Cherry Bookcase
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage solid cherry bookcase made in France with eight doors, adjustable shelving, great hardware
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Early 20th Century French Bookcases

Vintage French Cherry Bookcase
Vintage French Cherry Bookcase
H 88 in W 92 in D 21 in
French Walnut Bookcase, circa 1880s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Glass bookcase made in France, Nantes, circa 1880. Preserved original stamp Very good condition
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Antique 1880s French Bookcases

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Walnut

French Walnut Bookcase, circa 1880s
French Walnut Bookcase, circa 1880s
H 97.64 in W 79.53 in D 22.45 in
Industrial French Oak and Steel Bookshelf
Located in Chicago, IL
Reproduction industrial styled bookcase made in France from oak and steel with lion's paw feet
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21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Industrial French Oak and Steel Bookshelf
Industrial French Oak and Steel Bookshelf
H 89.75 in W 47.25 in D 21.25 in
Industrial French Oak and Steel Bookshelf
Located in Chicago, IL
Reproduction industrial styled bookcase made in France from oak and steel with lion's paw feet
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21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases

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Steel

Industrial French Oak and Steel Bookshelf
Industrial French Oak and Steel Bookshelf
H 90 in W 43.25 in D 20.75 in
French 19th Century Mahogany Revolving Book Stand
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic and fun mahogany revolving bookcase, made in France circa 1870. The antique bookcase
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Antique 19th Century French Other Bookcases

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Mahogany

Vintage French Art Deco Large Walnut Cupboard/ Cabinet / Bookcase, 1930s
Located in South Shields, GB
A large Art Deco walnut cabinet / bookcase - made in France, circa 1930's There are 3 doors - one
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Wood, Walnut

Bookcase in the style of Maison Regain made of elm wood 1970, France
By Maison Regain
Located in Oirlo, LI
Bookcase in the style of Maison Regain made of elm wood 1970, France. This is a nice sturdy and
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Elm

Antique French Walnut Bookcase on Cupboard
Located in London, GB
A very impressive original antique walnut bookcase, this was made in France and dates from around
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Antique Mid-19th Century French William IV Bookcases

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Walnut

French Ebonized Mahogany Bookcase with Paw Feet
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully proportioned ebonized mahogany bookcase, or bibliotheque, made in France during the mid
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Antique Late 19th Century French Restauration Bookcases

Retro French Lucite, Chrome and Brass Bookcase
Located in London, GB
A very smart and stylish bookcase or cabinet, this was made in France and dates from around the
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Vintage 1970s French Bookcases

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Brass, Chrome

Retro French Lucite, Chrome and Brass Bookcase
Retro French Lucite, Chrome and Brass Bookcase
H 47.64 in W 31.89 in D 16.54 in
Walnut Display Cabinet Made in France, 1920s, Art Deco Style, Restored
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
20th century Art Deco display cabinet Completely restored to the high gloss. Material: Walnut.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases

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Walnut, Wood

French Grey Painted Louis XV Style Two-Part Bibliothèque Custom-Made in 1978
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large French vintage Louis XV style painted two-part bookcase with glass doors, custom-made for a
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Late 20th Century French Louis XV Bookcases

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Wood

French 19th Century Mahogany Bibliothèque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This large glass-front bookcase, or bibliothèque, was made in France in the 19th century from
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Antique 19th Century French Other Bookcases

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Glass, Wood, Mahogany

French 19th Century Mahogany Bibliothèque
French 19th Century Mahogany Bibliothèque
H 114.5 in W 61.5 in D 20.25 in
French 19th Century Walnut Louis Philippe Style Bibliothèque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This large glass-front bookcase, or bibliothèque, was made in France towards the end of the 19th
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases

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Walnut

French grey enamel bookcase- picture scone wall lamp
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Grey enamel wall lamp Scone Made in France Bookcase / picture scone. Metal arm with brass wall
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Enamel, Iron

Antique English Victorian Burr Walnut Bookcase
Located in London, GB
crafted from the most beautiful burr walnut, and only a few bookcases were made in such beautiful French
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Antique 19th Century English Cabinets

Ebonized Bronze Adorned French Louis XVI Bookcase, circa 1870s Era
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is an absolutely superb bookcase made in France. The bronze ormolu is precise and extremely
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Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Bookcases

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Bronze

19th Century Empire Style Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
A stylish Empire style mahogany bookcase, made in France circa 1880-1890. The bookcase is made of
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Bookcases

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Bronze

19th Century Empire Style Mahogany Bookcase
19th Century Empire Style Mahogany Bookcase
H 61.03 in W 38.98 in D 19.69 in
Large Solid Oak Wall Bookcase in Style of Pierre Chapo, France, 1950's
By Pierre Chapo, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Den Haag, NL
Large wall hanging bookcase from France made in the early 1950's. Architecturally completely in
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Oak

French Art Deco Display Cabinet Made in the 1920s, Makasar Ebony, Restored
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
20th century Art Deco display cabinet Completely restored to the high gloss. Material: Mahogany.
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Bookcases

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Wood, Mahogany, Lacquer

Georgian St. Revolving Bookcase
Located in Charleston, SC
Georgian Style Revolving Bookcase made in France. Bookcase is made of Mahoghany with satinwood
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Vintage 1930s French Bookcases

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Satinwood, Mahogany

Black Sconce by Jacques Biny
By Jacques Biny
Located in Chicago, IL
as a desk or bookcase. Made in France. Metal body, pristine glass lens. Projects a soft glowing
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern More Lighting

Materials

Metal

Black Sconce by Jacques Biny
Black Sconce by Jacques Biny
H 7 in W 3 in D 5.5 in
Faux Bamboo Book Case
Located in San Francisco, CA
A great looking and hard to find Faux bamboo bookcase / cabinet made in France or England during
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Antique 19th Century British Bookcases

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Wood, Glass

Faux Bamboo Book Case
Faux Bamboo Book Case
H 88.5 in W 40 in D 18 in

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Bookcases Made In France For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic bookcases made in France available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, every bookcases made in France was constructed with great care. There are 695 variations of the antique or vintage bookcases made in France you’re looking for, while we also have 110 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the bookcases made in France you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each bookcases made in France bearing mid-century modern, Art Deco or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. A well-made bookcases made in France has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Cassina, Charlotte Perriand and Gubi are consistently popular.

How Much is a Bookcases Made In France?

Prices for a bookcases made in France start at $0 and top out at $15,675,000 with the average selling for $5,753.

Finding the Right Bookcases for You

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. 

Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.

Questions About Bookcases Made In France
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Many eyeglasses are made in France. Some brands, like Lafont and Anne et Valentin, produce their eyewear exclusively in France. Others, like DITA, may do some parts of manufacturing in the country and perform other steps of the process, like polishing, in factories abroad. Some design houses, like Chanel, also split production between France and other locations, producing some styles overseas from start to finish. Find a large selection of eyeglasses on 1stDibs.
  • 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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