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19th Century Mahogany Inlaid Slope Front Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century mahogany inlaid slope front secretaire bookcase with astragal glazing below a dentil
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Irish Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany

Large English Breakfont Bookcase of Mahogany with Astragal Glass Doors
Located in Austin, TX
A fine large English breakfront bookcase of mahogany, in the Chippendale style, featuring an upper
Category

Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Metal

Antique 19th Century Mahogany Astragal Glazed Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality antique mahogany astragal glazed breakfront bookcase with dentil cornice, swan neck
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Bureau Bookcase
Located in London, England
Mahogany bureau and associated bookcase top with astragal glazed doors. Circa 1780. H 224cm x W
Category

Antique 1780s Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Bureau Bookcase
Bureau Bookcase
H 88.19 in W 41.74 in D 21.66 in
Antique Chippendale period mahogany breakfront bookcase
Located in London, GB
. The Bookcase with interlaced oval astragal glazed doors above double serpentine base with crossbanded
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

A George III mahogany display bookcase
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A George III mahogany display bookcase, of tall rectangular form with astragal glazing and an
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

A George III mahogany display bookcase
A George III mahogany display bookcase
H 100 in W 61.5 in D 18.75 in
18th Century George III Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Dublin 8, IE
18th century George III mahogany breakfront bookcase with four astragal glazed doors below fluted
Category

Antique 1780s Irish George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Georgian III Mahogany Secretaire Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Dublin 8, IE
18th Century George III mahogany secretaire breakfront bookcase, with four astragal glazed doors
Category

Antique 1790s Irish George III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Theodore Alexander Althorp Collection Bookcases, Pair, Mahogany, Showcase
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Manhasset, NY
gives a subtle but luxurious detail to the upper part of the bookcase. Glazed Doors with Oval Astragals
Category

Late 20th Century Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Miniature English Antique Mahogany Secretary Bookcase ca. 1800
Located in Shippensburg, PA
RARE AND VERY FINE MINIATURE GEORGE III MAHOGANY TWO-PART BOOKCASE OVER CHEST Of Child-Like
Category

Antique 19th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique Astragal Glazed Drawing Room Bookcase, English, Display Cabinet, Regency
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique astragal glazed drawing room bookcase. An English, rosewood and brass display
Category

Antique 1820s British Regency Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Rosewood

Antique George III Breakfront Bookcase in Mahogany with Broken Pediment Cornice
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
A wonderful Georgian mahogany breakfront bookcase of small proportions with astragal glazed doors
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Large English George III Ebonised Library Bookcase, ​circa 1780
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
This is a lovely? large English George III ebonised library Bookcase with astragal glazed top and
Category

Antique 1780s English George III Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Georgian Pine Bookcase, circa 1790-1800
Located in Glencarse, GB
A tall Georgian pine bookcase, fitment with astragal doors retaining the original half washed
Category

Antique 1790s British Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Georgian Pine Bookcase, circa 1790-1800
H 106 in W 50 in D 15.5 in
Dutch Figured Walnut Bombe-Front Bookcase, circa 1860
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Dutch figured walnut bombe-front bookcase, circa 1860. With a square astragal glazed door in the
Category

Antique 1860s Dutch Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

French Bookcase
Located in Calgary, Alberta
Vintage petite French yew wood bookcase with astragal glazed doors, hand painted "pigeon blue" with
Category

20th Century French Bookcases

French Bookcase
French Bookcase
H 69.75 in W 37 in D 18.5 in
19th Century Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
A 19th century mahogany bookcase with astragal glass two-door cabinet on two door cupboard base
Category

Antique 19th Century British William IV Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Bookcase
19th Century Mahogany Bookcase
H 91.25 in W 49 in D 20.25 in
19th Century Regency Period Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
proportioned mahogany bookcase with astragal glazed 2-door cabinet over a fitted fall-front secretaire writing
Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Bamboo Bookcase with Glazed Geometric Astragal Doors
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is an exquisite bamboo bookcase designed in the US and manufactured in Italy. The prominent
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Other Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo, Wood

Large Edwardian Era Breakfront Bookcase of Mahogany with Astragal Glazed Doors
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English breakfront bookcase of mahogany from the Edwardian era in the Chippendale style
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

Small Antique Georgian Style Bleached Cabinet with Astragal Glazing
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Fabulous small tropical hardwood and pine cabinet Recently bleached I particularly like the simplicity of this piece and the original bubbly glass in the door and sides. The measu...
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Georgian Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A handsome George III mahogany bookcase with original astragal glazed top.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Bookcases

Georgian Mahogany Bookcase
Georgian Mahogany Bookcase
H 95.67 in D 19.69 in
Chippendale Period Mahogany Bookcase
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An 18th century Chippendale period mahogany bookcase or display cabinet, with astragal doors and
Category

Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Chippendale Period Mahogany Bookcase
Chippendale Period Mahogany Bookcase
H 102.37 in W 64.97 in D 24.02 in
18th Century English Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful 18th century English painted oak bookcase with good astragal glazed doors. 1780
Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Oak

18th Century English Bookcase
18th Century English Bookcase
H 91.5 in W 50.5 in D 28 in
An Edwardian Mahogany Library Bookcase
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An Edwardian Mahogany Library Bookcase with Overhung Graduated Cornice above Astragal Glass
Category

Early 20th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany, Glass

English Mahogany Georgian-Revival Bookcase
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An early 20th century, English Georgian-Revival bookcase in mahogany, with two astragal-glazed
Category

Early 20th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Pair of English Painted Bookcases
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Very good pair of early 19th century English painted bookcases / display cabinet with astragal
Category

Antique 19th Century English William IV Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Pair of English Painted Bookcases
Pair of English Painted Bookcases
H 96 in W 53.5 in D 22 in
Tall George III Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A tall George III mahogany bookcase, the upper section with astragal glazed doors enclosing three
Category

Antique 1810s English Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Tall George III Mahogany Bookcase
Tall George III Mahogany Bookcase
H 42.52 in W 23.63 in D 7.68 in
Vintage Mahogany Georgian Revival Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A smaller-scale Georgian-revival breakfront bookcase with upper adjustable shelves behind astragal
Category

Vintage 1950s French Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-20th Century English Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A mid-20th century breakfront mahogany library bookcase with four astragal-glazed doors over four
Category

Mid-20th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Classic English Georgian Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet, 1780
Located in Kenilworth, IL
Classic Georgian mahogany bookcase cabinet with astragal mullioned keyed doors. The doors are
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

A Large-Scaled George III Style Mahogany Library Bookcase
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome and large-scaled George III style mahogany library breakfront bookcase; with wave-scroll
Category

Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

19th Century American Mahogany Cylinder Bookcase/Secretary/Desk, circa 1860
Located in Portland, OR
bookcase having twin doors with astragal glazing and enclosing three shelves. The base having a cylinder
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Edwardian Mahogany Bookcase, c.1920
Located in High Point, NC
Edwardian mahogany bookcase with astragal glazed doors, circa 1920. The top has a beveled edge
Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Edwardian Mahogany Bookcase, c.1920
Edwardian Mahogany Bookcase, c.1920
H 53.75 in W 48 in D 12.88 in
English Georgian Period Mahogany Bookcase Cabinet with Astragal Glazed Doors
Located in San Francisco, CA
An English Georgian period mahogany bookcase, the glazed upper section now lined in fabric, above 2
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

English Neoclassical Black-Lacquered Bookcase
Located in Pembroke, MA
A rare English black-lacquered bookcase or credenza with astragal glazed front doors (late 19th
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Bookcases

Materials

Blown Glass, Wood

Antique Georgian Regency Mahogany Bookcase Secretary John Ashton Northampton
Located in Portland, OR
center and dentil molding below. The bookcase with twin astragal glazed doors enclosing two adjustable
Category

Antique 1820s English George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Swedish Painted Display Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
Excellent quality 19th century Swedish painted display cabinet or bookcase with double doors having
Category

Antique 1880s Swedish Cabinets

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Scottish Two-Door Oak Cabinet, Library Bookcase with Astragal Doors
Located in Vancouver, BC
Scotland 1920 Solid oak construction Original finish Five adjustable sheves Original astragal
Category

Vintage 1920s Scottish Bookcases

Materials

Oak

William IV Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Salisbury, GB
A William IV mahogany secretaire bookcase with astragal glazed doors above the fitted secretaire
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Bookcases

William IV Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
William IV Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
H 90.16 in W 45.67 in D 23.23 in
English Country House George III Bookcase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
bookcase with astragal doors, of great proportions, retaining the original glass, and with adjustable
Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

English Country House George III Bookcase
English Country House George III Bookcase
H 109.06 in W 127.17 in D 19.69 in
English George III Secretary Bookcase
Located in Bantam, CT
A fine quality English neoclassical mahogany cylinder bureau bookcase with astragal glazed doors
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Neoclassical Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany

English George III Secretary Bookcase
English George III Secretary Bookcase
H 75 in W 33.5 in D 23.75 in
William IV Period Mahogany and Satinwood Secretaire Bookcase with Glazed Front
Located in Tetbury, GB
with carved pilasters open to reveal a shelved cupboard space. The bookcase with astragal glazed
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British William IV Secretaires

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood

Good Regency Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Wiltshire, GB
A good Regency mahogany secretaire bookcase with astragal glazing bars splayed feet and satinwood
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany

Walnut Bookcase, Display Cabinet with Astragal Doors, Scotland 1920
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique walnut bookcase, display cabinet with three astragal glass doors, Antique furniture
Category

Vintage 1920s Scottish Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Early 19th Century English Astragal glazed Bookcase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An extremely well proportion, early 19th century English astragal glazed bookcase with later paint
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Georgian Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Georgian mahogany and inlaid bookcase, with two astragal-glazed doors, above base with two inlaid
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Bookcase
Georgian Bookcase
W 49.5 in D 14.5 in
Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Millwood, VA
Mahogany sectional bookcase with two upper central astragal glazed doors over a single drawer and
Category

Antique 1880s Scottish Regency Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
H 87 in W 110 in D 16 in
Late Georgian Mahogany Bookcase.
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A late Georgian mahogany bookcase with rectangular astragal doors, shaped top pediment on a
Category

Antique 19th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Late Georgian Mahogany Bookcase.
Late Georgian Mahogany Bookcase.
H 74 in W 54 in D 17 in
Antique George III bookcase
Located in Edenbridge, Kent
A charming small George III period mahogany bookcase cabinet with moulded cornice over astragal
Category

Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Antique George III bookcase
Antique George III bookcase
H 73.23 in W 36.62 in D 16.93 in
Georgian Bureau Bookcase, circa 1800 with Fine Ebony Inlays - RETIREMENT SALE
Located in Santander, ES
satinwood throughout. The two door bookcase is ebony inlaid with geometric astragal design and original
Category

Antique Early 1800s British Hepplewhite Bookcases

George III Inlaid Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George III Inlaid Mahogany Bookcase Crossbanded in Rosewood with Glazed Astragal Paneled Doors
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Bookcases

George III Inlaid Mahogany Bookcase
George III Inlaid Mahogany Bookcase
H 7,712 in W 44.5 in D 22 in
George III Period Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
George III period Bookcase with delicate astragals to the glazed section, the lower door quartered
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

English Georgian Arch top bookcase
Located in Natchez, MS
English Georgian Arch top bookcase with diamond astragals. Exceptional for its narrow depth and the
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Bookcases

Materials

Brass

English Georgian Arch top bookcase
English Georgian Arch top bookcase
H 89.5 in W 54.5 in D 15 in
Late 19th Century Mahogany Low Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A mahogany low breakfront bookcase. The central section glazed with astragal bars. The sides
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Bookcases

English Country House George III Painted Bookcase
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A good quality and of excellent proportions, 18th century George III English bookcase , with two
Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Bookcases

VERY IMPOSING LATE 18TH CENTURY LIBRARY BREAKFRONT BOOKCASE
Located in Pasadena, CA
Large Oak Very Imposing Late 18th century Bookcase breakfront with 16 drawers & Astragal glazing
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Bookcases

Materials

Brass

George III Chippendale period mahogany breakfront bookcase
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Knutsford, GB
side by another bookcase section with octagonal astragal glazed doors. Inside there is an arrangement
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Late George III Period Mahogany Bookcases
Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire
A rare pair of late George III mahogany bookcases. With beautifully executed tracery astragals to
Category

Antique 19th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

CHARLES X BIBLIOTEQUE
Located in Natchez, MS
Period Charles X Mahogany bookcase with original glazing and astragal. Wonderful inlay on doors and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Glass

CHARLES X BIBLIOTEQUE
CHARLES X BIBLIOTEQUE
H 108.5 in W 68 in D 18 in
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Bookcases With Astragal For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the bookcases with astragal you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and hardwood, every bookcases with astragal was constructed with great care. Find 84 options for an antique or vintage bookcases with astragal now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect bookcases with astragal — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each bookcases with astragal bearing Georgian, Regency or Victorian hallmarks is very popular. Maple & Co., Howard & Sons Ltd and Wade Furniture Co. each produced at least one beautiful bookcases with astragal that is worth considering.

How Much is a Bookcases With Astragal?

A bookcases with astragal can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $9,183, while the lowest priced sells for $1,950 and the highest can go for as much as $161,464.

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 With Astragal
  • 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024
    What IKEA bookcases are called varies. However, the Swedish furniture company is best known for its Billy bookcase, which debuted in 1979 and got its name from Billy Liljedahl, who served as IKEA's advertising manager at the time. Other IKEA bookcases include the Hemnes, the Brimnes and the Gersby. Explore a variety of IKEA furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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 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 ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    To identify a Globe-Wernicke bookcase, look for a marking. Bookcases manufactured prior to 1899 will usually have the maker's name stenciled on a slat, along with a patent number or other information. Furniture made during the 20th century and beyond is typically identifiable by a paper label. Often, the label also includes a grade, size or pattern number for the bookcase. You can find pictures of Globe-Wernicke stencils and labels and patent, grade, size and pattern number reference guides on trusted online resources to assist you with the identification process. For more help with the process, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Globe-Wernicke bookcases.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    To identify your Globe-Wernicke bookcase, search the piece for a marking. On pieces produced before 1899, you will usually find stenciled markings on a slat, while later ones will have a label. Older bookcases will frequently list identifying information, such as a patent number, which you can cross-reference with information found on trusted online resources. Newer furnishings will often display the grade and size or grade and pattern, providing you with all the information required for making an identification. If you can't find a marking on your piece, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Explore a wide variety of Globe-Wernicke bookcases 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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