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Regency Rosewood Open Bookshelves, 19th Century
Located in Southall, GB
Regency Rosewood Open Bookshelves
A set of early 19th century Regency rosewood open bookshelves
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19th Century European Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Rosewood
19th Century Teak and Brass Campaign Bookshelves
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
19th Century Teak and Brass Campaign Bookshelves. Campaign furniture was designed to be collapsable
Category
1880s British Campaign Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Brass
Pair of 19th Century Regency Rosewood Open Bookshelves
Located in London, GB
A fine quality pair of early 19th century Regency period rosewood open bookshelves, having gilt
Category
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Brass
19th Century Mahogany Waterfall Bookshelves with Panelled Doors
Located in London, GB
A pair of early 19th century Regency period well figured mahogany waterfall bookshelves, having
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Mahogany
Set of satinwood and mahogany hanging waterfall bookshelves
Located in Folkestone, GB
An especially fine and very rare set of beautiful Sheriton period hanging waterfall bookshelves the
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Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood, Satinwood
Antique Teak and Brass Campaign Bookshelves, Army & Navy Store
Located in Downingtown, PA
Set of Antique Teak and Brass Campaign Bookshelves,
Army & Navy Store,
Circa 1885.
The teak
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1880s English Victorian Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Brass
An Early 20th Century Pair of French Neoclassical Style Bookshelves
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
A pair of large neoclassical style gilt and painted pine open bookcases, early 20th century, circa 1900-1910, simulated Portor and Siena marble decor, each with a moulded cornice abo...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Pine
Collection of 100 Swedish Antique Leather-Bound Books, Run for Bookshelves
Located in Atlanta, GA
An attractive collection of 100 Swedish antique leather-bound books. This set of 1920's literature books from Sweden are wrapped in leather-bound covers, comprised of of varying rich...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Leather, Paper
1800s Victorian Book Stand Reticulated
Located in North Miami, FL
1800s English Victorian book stand, oak bookshelves on a reticulated, incised iron base and castors.
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Metal
Lambs of Manchester (stamped). A fine Aesthetic Movement oak breakfront bookcase
By Lamb of Manchester
Located in London, GB
decoration to the front opens to reveal four adjustable bookshelves with further open adjustable bookshelves
Category
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Oak
H 50.4 in W 77.17 in D 17.72 in
Antique Edwardian quality mahogany inlaid circular revolving bookcase
Located in Ipswich, GB
circular top above two tiers of bookshelves standing on a revolving base
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Mahogany
H 33.08 in W 22.84 in D 22.84 in
19th Century French Wooden Decoration On Metal Stand
Located in High Point, NC
design scheme. Ideal for displaying as a centerpiece or accent on mantels, bookshelves, or tables, it
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19th Century French Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Metal
Pair of Regency Period Rosewood Open Bookcases
Located in London, GB
A pair of early 19th Century Regency period figured rosewood Open Bookshelves of unusual small
Category
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Rosewood
Walnut Inlaid Dwarf Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
. Flaked by adjustable open bookshelves. All raised up on plinth base.
Dimensions
Height 38 inches
Width
Category
Early 20th Century British Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Neolithic Stone Bracelets from Mali
Located in Chicago, IL
bracelets are transformed into stunning display pieces, suitable for adorning bookshelves, nightstands, or
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15th Century and Earlier Malian Tribal Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Stone
George Jack Morris & Co. Two Aesthetic Movement Walnut glazed corner cabinets.
By George Jack, Morris & Co.
Located in London, GB
open to reveal adjustable bookshelves. The sides have fielded panels, both standing on George Jack's
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1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Walnut
H 49.22 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Swedish Gothic Bookcase
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
bookshelves. Below, two further doors open to more storage. This piece has been repainted in black, with a
Category
19th Century Swedish Gothic Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Wood
Antique Carved Oak 3 Door Breakfront Bookcase, Display, Scotland 1910, H1032
Located in Vancouver, BC
finish
Has two tiers of glass fronted bookshelves on top
Slant front desk underneath that opens to reveal
Category
1910s Scottish Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Oak
Gillows, 19th Century Walnut Kidney Shaped Desk
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Brighton, Sussex
walnut veneered all around and with open bookshelves, raised on a plinth base.
Gillows of Lancaster and
Category
19th Century English Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Satinwood Breakfront Chiffonier
Located in London, GB
marble top above central open bookshelves and two brass grill silk pleated doors, flanked by lotus carved
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Mid-19th Century English William IV Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Marble
Antique & Timeless Open Bookcase of Oak & Burl Nutwood w. Inlaid Patterns 1890s
Located in Lisse, NL
complimentary.
Maximum height x width top x depth top: 67 x 37.6 x 12.4 inches.
Depth of the five bookshelves
Category
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Nutwood, Oak, Burl, Paper
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H 67 in W 37.6 in D 12.4 in
Great Quality Antique Queen Anne Style Revolving Bookcase by James Shoolbred
By James Shoolbred
Located in Lisse, NL
all 8 bookshelves: 10.4 x 9.9 x 6.7 inches.
Height of the extra tier (just below the top): 3.4 inches
Category
19th Century English Queen Anne Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Brass, Iron
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H 34.6 in W 19.7 in D 19.7 in
English Mahogany Ship's Desk
Located in San Francisco, CA
interior with three drawers and separate drawer for ink and quills. Flanked on either side by bookshelves
Category
19th Century English Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Vintage Culinary Charm: Recipes Published in 1888 by Glasgow School of Cookery
Located in Langweer, NL
excellent decorative piece for bookshelves or for display in a kitchen or dining room.
- **Inspiration for
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1880s Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Paper
H 6.19 in W 4.97 in D 0.4 in
Pedestal Desk in the Manner of Gillows of Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
cupboards and bookshelves; dismantles into several sections. The desk has plenty of room in the kneehole and
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1840s English Victorian Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Open Breakfront Open Bookcase, 19th Century
Located in London, GB
bookshelves enclosing fourteen adjustable shelves, raised on lions paw feet
Add a touch of elegance to a
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1870s English Victorian Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Oak
Pair of English Turn of the Century Metal Bookends Depicting Prancing Horses
Located in Atlanta, GA
any desks or bookshelves.
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Early 20th Century English Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Metal
H 10.5 in W 11.5 in D 4 in
Mahogany Chippendale Style Block Front Secretary Desk with Bookcase Top
Located in Milford, NH
bookshelves, and flanked by reeded corner pilasters, over a lower case with slant front desk top, opening to a
Category
Late 19th Century American Chippendale Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Brass
Jess by H. Rider HAGGARD in a Handsome binding
Located in Middletown, NY
in Charing Cross Road held a stock of four million volumes on over thirty miles of bookshelves. His
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Late 19th Century English Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Gold Leaf
Japanese Meiji Period Bronze Okimono Sculpture of a Roaring Tiger, 27” wide
Located in Shippensburg, PA
and entirely untethered, the ferocious cat strolls the bookshelves and tabletops with a posture and
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Bronze
H 10.5 in W 27 in D 5.88 in
19th Century Swedish Off-White Painted Desk with Carved Reeded Drawer
Located in Atlanta, GA
backdrop of floor-to-ceiling bookshelves for a literary ambiance, or near a large window to pen your
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Wood
H 30.75 in W 31.5 in D 19.25 in
Regency Brass Mounted Country House Library Long Arm or Book Reach, circa 1830
Located in Central England, GB
rare piece and would have originated from a large country house library with high bookshelves. It is
Category
1830s English Regency Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Mahogany
H 77.17 in W 3.15 in D 1.38 in
Antique Golden Oak Long Breakfront Enclosed and Open Bookcase
Located in Norwich, GB
-21-23cm in height. The enclosed bookshelves are 44cm wide x 30cm deep. All shelves have full height
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Leather, Oak, Pine
Antique Swedish Satin Birch Coffee / Library Table
Located in London, GB
bookshelves on either side, making this very practical as well as beautiful.
This is made from beautiful
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1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Birch
1880 Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
bookshelves throughout the world. This set of three document boxes is a prime example of the craftsmanship of
Category
1880s Italian Edwardian Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Wood, Paper
She: A History of Adventure by H. Rider HAGGARD
Located in Middletown, NY
bookshelves. His vision for the business was a bookshop for the world - for every one from any station in life
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Gold Leaf
Allan Quatermain by H. Rider HAGGARD in a Handsome binding
Located in Middletown, NY
bookshelves. His vision for the business was a bookshop for the world - for every one from any station in life
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Gold Leaf
Early 20th Century Document Boxes
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
documents or hidden treasures in offices and banks and frequently made appearances on bookshelves throughout
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Early 20th Century Italian Edwardian Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Wood, Paper
A Superior English Regency Period Davenport Desk in Figured Mahogany, Circa 1830
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
either side by twin draw-out bookshelves, the right side featuring a small retractable drawer fitted for
Category
1830s English Regency Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
H 36 in W 19.75 in D 21.5 in
Fine Pair of Fully Restored Unique Antique Davenport Side Table Bookcases Desks
Located in GB
ever seen this size, designed as open library bookshelves with Daveport tops, they have been fully
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1810s English Regency Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 37.6 in W 21.26 in D 17.13 in
Regency Brass Inlaid Rosewood Metamorphic Bench
Located in Kittery Point, ME
as libraries often had floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. The upper shelves were difficult to reach, so
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Brass
Stunning Hand Carved Dutch Renaisssance Oak Bookcase / Cabinet w. Glass Windows
Located in Lisse, NL
working lock and key. The inside of this bookcase, including all bookshelves is in excellent condition too
Category
Late 19th Century Dutch Renaissance Revival Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Brass
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H 70.6 in W 45.2 in D 16.3 in
Pair of Skønvirke Cabinets, by Martin Nyrop Denmark, 1900
By Rud Rasmussen
Located in London, GB
A pair of free-standing cabinets or bookshelves designed by architect Martin Nyrop and made by
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Early 1900s Danish Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Pine
Pair of 19th Century Library, Bookcase Built-In Cabinets
Located in Dallas, TX
Northern France, and were designed to surround built-in bookshelves on top, with a cabinet and drawer built
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1870s French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Oak
1930s Weimar Republic Bauhaus German Modernist Secretaire Bookcase Suite Walnut
By Georg Schoettle
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
two door cupboard with adjustable shelves. The third cabinet features four adjustable bookshelves
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1920s German Bauhaus Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Nickel
H 63 in W 160.64 in D 15.75 in
Stunning 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Library Bookcase
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
with 2 compartments each with three adjustable bookshelves. Superb all original piece of furniture
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18th Century British George III Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Brass
H 93.31 in W 63.39 in D 21.26 in
George I Figured Walnut Bureau Bookcase with Mirror Doors
Located in Woodbury, CT
chamfered sides that open to reveal adjustable bookshelves and richly veneered drawers with herringbone
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18th Century British George I Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Walnut, Burl
A History of the University of Oxford, its Colleges, Halls, and Public Buildings
Located in Middletown, NY
bookstore in Charing Cross Road held a stock of four million volumes on over thirty miles of bookshelves
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Early 19th Century English Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Leather, Paint, Paper
H 13 in W 10.63 in D 2.5 in
Plate XLIII Ungulata (Giraffes)
By Henry J. Johnson
Located in Florham Park, NJ
learning the value of bookshelves filled with the latest literature on the wonders of the world.
Hugh
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Late 19th Century Academic Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Lithograph
Burr Walnut Brown Leather Regency Metamorphic Reading Armchair to Library Steps
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
bookshelves, is close to a design for a ‘Library Chair’ published in Rudolph Ackermann’s Repository of the
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18th Century English Regency Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Leather, Walnut
H 35.04 in W 23.63 in D 22.64 in
Antique 1810 Attributed to Gillows Metamorphic Leather Library Armchair Steps
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
’ furniture This chair, which transforms into a short set of steps for use with bookshelves, is close to a
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1810s English Regency Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 36.03 in W 24.22 in D 25.79 in
Antique 1830 William IV Flamed Hardwood Metamorphic Library Armchair Steps
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
transforms into a short set of steps for use with bookshelves, is close to a design for a ‘Library Chair
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1830s English William IV Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Hardwood
H 36.23 in W 21.46 in D 23.63 in
Irresistible Pair Art Deco Austria Vienna Large Bookcase Cabinets or Nightstands
Located in Lisse, NL
the shelfs: 10.25 inches.
Depth of the two upper bookshelves: 9.1 inches.
We have a passion for the
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Early 20th Century English Vienna Secession Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Metal, Brass
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H 59.7 in W 14.2 in D 13.9 in
Large Antique French Renaissance Bookcase Cabinet 19th Century Barley Twist Oak
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
bookshelves)
We will ship this in custom build wood-crates specially made for this cabinet, to make sure
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1880s French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Brass
H 108.67 in W 65.36 in D 22.05 in
Pl. IX Carnovora. Japanese Panther, Ocelot, Cougar, Jaguar
By Henry J. Johnson
Located in Florham Park, NJ
average school-aged child. Parents were learning the value of bookshelves filled with the latest
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Late 19th Century Academic Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Lithograph
H 13.5 in W 16.5 in D 1 in
Plate XLV. Ungulata. American Buffalo
By Henry J. Johnson
Located in Florham Park, NJ
child. Parents were learning the value of bookshelves filled with the latest literature on the wonders
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Late 19th Century Academic Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Lithograph
Screen. Asortment of Animals.
By Henry J. Johnson
Located in Florham Park, NJ
average school-aged child. Parents were learning the value of bookshelves filled with the latest
Category
Late 19th Century Academic Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Lithograph
Rare Set of Anglo-Japanese Ebonised Hanging Book Shelves by E W Godwin
By Edward William Godwin
Located in London, GB
-Japanese ebonized hanging bookshelves with an extending lower shelf and a two-door hanging book cupboard
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Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Anglo-Japanese Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Walnut
Restored Metamorphic Antique Regency Armchair to Library Steps Gillows Lancaster
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
set of steps for use with bookshelves, is close to a design for a ‘Library Chair’ published in Rudolph
Category
19th Century English Georgian Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 35.83 in W 24.22 in D 24.61 in
Richard Reynolds, Society of Friends: 19th C. Engraved Portrait by Wm. Sharp
By William Sharp
Located in Alamo, CA
bookshelves. Some of the books are labelled 'Addison & Watts' 'Kempis & Fenelon' 'Milton & Cowley' etc. The
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Bookshelves
Materials
Engraving
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Antique Bookshelves For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique bookshelves available for sale. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and pine, all antique bookshelves available were constructed with great care. Antique bookshelves have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of antique bookshelves to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Regency, Victorian and Art Deco antique bookshelves are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made antique bookshelves over the years, but those made by Liberty & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Antique Bookshelves?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,121, while they’re typically $264 on the low end and $73,102 highest priced.
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