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Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Double Door Bookcase Early 20thC
Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Double Door Bookcase Early 20thC

Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Double Door Bookcase Early 20thC

$1,160Sale Price|20% Off

H 52.75 in W 54 in D 15.25 in

Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Double Door Bookcase Early 20thC

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique American Empire Carved Mahogany Double Door Bookcase Early 20thC Measures - 52.75" x 54" x

Category

Early 20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase
Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase

Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase

$3,134Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 59.85 in W 34.26 in D 13.39 in

Early 1900s Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Globe Wernicke four tier glazed sectional / modular / barrister's bookcase 1920s Comes apart in

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique Globe Wernicke American Walnut Barrister Bookcase Lawyer Bookshelf 811
Antique Globe Wernicke American Walnut Barrister Bookcase Lawyer Bookshelf 811

Antique Globe Wernicke American Walnut Barrister Bookcase Lawyer Bookshelf 811

$665Sale Price|30% Off

H 23.25 in W 34.5 in D 11.5 in

Antique Globe Wernicke American Walnut Barrister Bookcase Lawyer Bookshelf 811

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Globe Wernicke American Walnut Barrister Bookcase. Catalog no 811, Finish 4098. Features

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

R. J. Horner Style American Empire Carved Oak Glass Front Triple Bookcase
R. J. Horner Style American Empire Carved Oak Glass Front Triple Bookcase

R. J. Horner Style American Empire Carved Oak Glass Front Triple Bookcase

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique American Empire or late Victorian triple bookcase In the manner of R.J. Horner

Category

Early 20th Century American American Empire Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Charles P. Limbert Co. Arts & Crafts American Two-Door Bookcase, circa 1910
Charles P. Limbert Co. Arts & Crafts American Two-Door Bookcase, circa 1910

Charles P. Limbert Co. Arts & Crafts American Two-Door Bookcase, circa 1910

By Charles Limbert

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An Arts & Crafts antique Oak Bookcase/ Vitrine Cabinet with two glazed doors that reveal 3

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique American Victorian Oak Stepback Hutch Display China Cabinet Bookcase 85"
Antique American Victorian Oak Stepback Hutch Display China Cabinet Bookcase 85"

Antique American Victorian Oak Stepback Hutch Display China Cabinet Bookcase 85"

Located in Dayton, OH

A beautiful Victorian stepback hutch. Features a naturally weathered, distressed and paneled oak frame. The upper hutch has semi-arched doors with applied carved foliate and opens t...

Category

Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century American George II Style Breakfront China Cabinet
Early 20th Century American George II Style Breakfront China Cabinet

Early 20th Century American George II Style Breakfront China Cabinet

Located in Dallas, TX

A fine quality American made George II style bookcase, breakfront, china cabinet in mahongay with

Category

Early 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Boxwood, Mahogany

Antique 5 Stack Barrister Bookcase by Lindstrom
Antique 5 Stack Barrister Bookcase by Lindstrom

Antique 5 Stack Barrister Bookcase by Lindstrom

$1,850

H 77 in W 33.75 in D 11 in

Antique 5 Stack Barrister Bookcase by Lindstrom

Located in Freehold, NJ

This antique five stack barrister bookcase features hard wood construction, oak veneer with

Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

American Country Style Stained Pine Bookshelf
American Country Style Stained Pine Bookshelf

American Country Style Stained Pine Bookshelf

$550

H 31.5 in W 40 in D 13.25 in

American Country Style Stained Pine Bookshelf

Located in Queens, NY

American Country-style stained pine two-tier bookshelf. Antique condition.

Category

Early 20th Century American Rustic Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Antique Globe Wernicke Four Section Glazed Stacking Barrister's Bookcase
Antique Globe Wernicke Four Section Glazed Stacking Barrister's Bookcase

Antique Globe Wernicke Four Section Glazed Stacking Barrister's Bookcase

$2,791Sale Price / set|30% Off

H 63.78 in W 33.86 in D 11.42 in

Antique Globe Wernicke Four Section Glazed Stacking Barrister's Bookcase

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Reading, Berkshire

An Antique Globe Wernicke Four Section Iron Banded Glazed Stacking Barrister's Bookcase 1920s &

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase
Antique Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase

Antique Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase

$3,196Sale Price|25% Off

H 65.12 in W 34.02 in D 14.18 in

Antique Globe Wernicke Four Tier Glazed Sectional Barrister's Bookcase

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Globe Wernicke four tier glazed sectional / modular / barrister's bookcase 1920s Comes apart in

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Brass

SUPERB Antique "Stick & Ball" American Small OAK Cabinet - W5005         SALE
SUPERB Antique "Stick & Ball" American Small OAK Cabinet - W5005         SALE

SUPERB Antique "Stick & Ball" American Small OAK Cabinet - W5005 SALE

$1,160Sale Price|60% Off

H 48 in W 19 in D 14.5 in

SUPERB Antique "Stick & Ball" American Small OAK Cabinet - W5005 SALE

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

SUPERB Antique "Stick & Ball" American Small Cabinet This is the most magnificent antique American

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Jasper Early American Colonial Style Petite Maple Secretary Desk & Bookcase 72"
Jasper Early American Colonial Style Petite Maple Secretary Desk & Bookcase 72"

Jasper Early American Colonial Style Petite Maple Secretary Desk & Bookcase 72"

By Jasper Furniture Company

Located in Dayton, OH

A Petite Secretary Desk & Bookcase by Jasper Cabinet Company of Indiana. Circa 1980s. Features a

Category

Vintage 1980s American American Colonial Secretaires

Materials

Maple

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary With Bookcase Hutch
Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary With Bookcase Hutch

Early American Solid Maple and Birch Drop Front Secretary With Bookcase Hutch

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful American Colonial or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and

Category

Vintage 1970s American American Colonial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique American Primitive Blue Green Distress Painted Bookcase Cupboard Cabinet
Antique American Primitive Blue Green Distress Painted Bookcase Cupboard Cabinet

Antique American Primitive Blue Green Distress Painted Bookcase Cupboard Cabinet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Antique American Primitive Blue/Green Distress Painted Bookcase Cupboard Cabinet. Item features solid wood

Category

Early 20th Century Primitive Cupboards

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique American Federal Flame Mahogany Secretary Writing Desk Gothic Bookcase
Antique American Federal Flame Mahogany Secretary Writing Desk Gothic Bookcase

Antique American Federal Flame Mahogany Secretary Writing Desk Gothic Bookcase

Located in Dayton, OH

A fine and impressive antique early 19th century Federal Period flame Mahogany secretary and

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Federal Secretaires

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

American Empire Revival and Arts & Crafts Triple Bookcase / Display Cabinet
American Empire Revival and Arts & Crafts Triple Bookcase / Display Cabinet

American Empire Revival and Arts & Crafts Triple Bookcase / Display Cabinet

By Berkey & Gay Furniture, Tobey, R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

An outstanding antique American Empire Revival and Arts & Crafts triple narrow bookcase cabinet

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Rare Antique Federal American Mahogany Secretary Writing Desk Gothic Bookcase
Rare Antique Federal American Mahogany Secretary Writing Desk Gothic Bookcase

Rare Antique Federal American Mahogany Secretary Writing Desk Gothic Bookcase

Located in Dayton, OH

A fine and impressive Federal Period Mahogany secretary and bookcase, circa 1830s. The bookcase

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Secretaires

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Antique Oak Drop Front Secretary Desk Bookcase Bookshelf Console 65"
Antique Oak Drop Front Secretary Desk Bookcase Bookshelf Console 65"

Antique Oak Drop Front Secretary Desk Bookcase Bookshelf Console 65"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Early American style secretary desk / bookcase / writing bureau / larkin / chalet . Made

Category

Early 20th Century American Colonial Secretaires

Materials

Oak

19th Century American Empire Secretary Cabinet
19th Century American Empire Secretary Cabinet

19th Century American Empire Secretary Cabinet

$12,500

H 92.25 in W 53.25 in D 24 in

19th Century American Empire Secretary Cabinet

Located in Chicago, IL

A remarkable, and strong early 19th century American Empire secretary bookcase of grand

Category

Antique 1830s American American Empire Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany

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Early 19th Century Duncan Phyfe Grecian Plain Style Mahogany Secretary Bookcase
Early 19th Century Duncan Phyfe Grecian Plain Style Mahogany Secretary Bookcase

Early 19th Century Duncan Phyfe Grecian Plain Style Mahogany Secretary Bookcase

By Duncan Phyfe

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An important piece of American furniture, attributed to the shop of Duncan Phyfe, circa 1840. To

Category

Antique 1830s American American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Oak Bookcase
Antique Oak Bookcase

Antique Oak Bookcase

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H 57 in W 44 in D 14 in

Antique Oak Bookcase

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful,early 20th century,american oak bookcase, could be used for books or valuables.

Category

Early 20th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Oak, Glass

Early 19th Century American Painted Bookcase
Early 19th Century American Painted Bookcase

Early 19th Century American Painted Bookcase

Located in Wiscasset, ME

An early American painted bookcase of nice shallow dimension. From either New York or New England

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Colonial Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Paint

American Solid Oak Bookcase
American Solid Oak Bookcase

American Solid Oak Bookcase

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H 58.5 in W 42.5 in D 12.5 in

American Solid Oak Bookcase

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

American solid oak bookcase with carved details and four adjustable shelves.  

Category

Early 20th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century American Solid Oak Bookcase Berkey and Gay Manufacturer
Early 20th Century American Solid Oak Bookcase Berkey and Gay Manufacturer

Early 20th Century American Solid Oak Bookcase Berkey and Gay Manufacturer

By Berkey & Gay Furniture

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Top quality American-made solid oak bookcase with three carved doors opening to adjustable shelves

Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Large and Early 19th Century American Empire Flame Mahogany 3-Section Bookcase
Large and Early 19th Century American Empire Flame Mahogany 3-Section Bookcase

Large and Early 19th Century American Empire Flame Mahogany 3-Section Bookcase

Located in Big Flats, NY

A large and early 19th century American Empire bookcase offers flame mahogany construction with

Category

Antique 19th Century American American Empire Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Large American Oak Revolving Bookcase
Large American Oak Revolving Bookcase

Large American Oak Revolving Bookcase

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H 68.5 in W 24 in D 24 in

Large American Oak Revolving Bookcase

Located in San Francisco, CA

An unusually tall revolving bookcase.

Category

Early 20th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Antique American Empire Mahogany Triple Bookcase, circa 1900
Antique American Empire Mahogany Triple Bookcase, circa 1900

Antique American Empire Mahogany Triple Bookcase, circa 1900

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous American Empire carved mahogany glass front triple bookcase USA, circa 1900

Category

Early 20th Century American American Empire Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Antique Larkin Classical American Empire Mahogany Double Door Bookcase, c1900
Antique Larkin Classical American Empire Mahogany Double Door Bookcase, c1900

Antique Larkin Classical American Empire Mahogany Double Door Bookcase, c1900

By Larkin & Co.

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Classical Greco American Empire bookcase by Larkin offers mahogany construction with

Category

Early 20th Century American American Empire Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany, Glass

American Mission Period Oak Tall Revolving Bookcase
American Mission Period Oak Tall Revolving Bookcase

American Mission Period Oak Tall Revolving Bookcase

Located in Atlanta, GA

Manufactured by the Danner company of Canton, Ohio

Category

Early 20th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Early American Bookshelf, Etager. Late 18th Century.
Early American Bookshelf, Etager. Late 18th Century.

Early American Bookshelf, Etager. Late 18th Century.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Small three shelf bookcase with two drawers. Very sweet example of American craftsmanship! This

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique American Empire Oak Glass Front Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900
Antique American Empire Oak Glass Front Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900

Antique American Empire Oak Glass Front Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful antique American Empire or Late Victorian glass front bookcase or display cabinet USA

Category

Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Greco Classical American Empire Acanthus Carved Mahogany Bookcase, c1920
Antique Greco Classical American Empire Acanthus Carved Mahogany Bookcase, c1920

Antique Greco Classical American Empire Acanthus Carved Mahogany Bookcase, c1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique American Empire bookcase with Classical Greco influence offers mahogany construction

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Greek Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Globe Wernicke Bookcase, Circa 1900
Globe Wernicke Bookcase, Circa 1900

Globe Wernicke Bookcase, Circa 1900

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H 63.39 in W 33.86 in D 12.6 in

Globe Wernicke Bookcase, Circa 1900

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Elegant Globe Wernicke bookcase from the late 1800s or early 1900s. Beautiful model composed of 6

Category

Early 20th Century North American Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique Macey Golden Oak 3 Section Stacking Barrister Lawyers Bookcase
Antique Macey Golden Oak 3 Section Stacking Barrister Lawyers Bookcase

Antique Macey Golden Oak 3 Section Stacking Barrister Lawyers Bookcase

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Macey golden oak 3 section stacking barrister lawyers bookcase. Item features 3 oak sliding

Category

Early 20th Century North American Mission Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Globe Wernicke Golden Oak 4 Section Stacking Barrister Lawyers Bookcase
Antique Globe Wernicke Golden Oak 4 Section Stacking Barrister Lawyers Bookcase

Antique Globe Wernicke Golden Oak 4 Section Stacking Barrister Lawyers Bookcase

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Globe Wernicke golden oak 4 section stacking Barrister lawyers bookcase. Item features (4

Category

Early 20th Century North American Mission Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Macey Tiger Oak Barrister Stacking Lawyers Bookcase 4 Sections w/ Drawer
Antique Macey Tiger Oak Barrister Stacking Lawyers Bookcase 4 Sections w/ Drawer

Antique Macey Tiger Oak Barrister Stacking Lawyers Bookcase 4 Sections w/ Drawer

By Macey Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

, beautiful wood grain, original label, very nice antique set, quality American craftsmanship. Circa early

Category

Early 20th Century North American Mission Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Barrister Style Bookcase / Glass-Covered Cupboard
Antique Barrister Style Bookcase / Glass-Covered Cupboard

Antique Barrister Style Bookcase / Glass-Covered Cupboard

By Weiss

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Barrister Style Bookcase / Glass-Covered Cupboard Store books, china, sculptures

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique Dark Oak 3 Stack Barrister Bookcase with Tapered Legs
Antique Dark Oak 3 Stack Barrister Bookcase with Tapered Legs

Antique Dark Oak 3 Stack Barrister Bookcase with Tapered Legs

By Hale and Kilburn Company

Located in Freehold, NJ

This antique barrister bookcase by Hale Furniture Company features hardwood construction, original

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Empire Mahogany Glass Front Bookcase Cabinet, circa 1900
Antique Empire Mahogany Glass Front Bookcase Cabinet, circa 1900

Antique Empire Mahogany Glass Front Bookcase Cabinet, circa 1900

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful antique Empire glass front bookcase cabinet By Gimbel Brothers USA, Circa 1900

Category

Early 20th Century American American Empire Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Antique Oak Side by Side with Bookcase & Drop Front Writing Desk
Antique Oak Side by Side with Bookcase & Drop Front Writing Desk

Antique Oak Side by Side with Bookcase & Drop Front Writing Desk

Located in Freehold, NJ

This antique bookcase and writing desk side by side features hardwood construction, original oak

Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke Mahogany Barrister Bookcase, C1910
Antique Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke Mahogany Barrister Bookcase, C1910

Antique Arts & Crafts Globe Wernicke Mahogany Barrister Bookcase, C1910

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Arts & Crafts bookcase by Globe Wernicke offers mahogany construction with five stacks

Category

Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany, Glass

Globe Wernicke Antique Oak Four-Stack Barrister Bookcase, Circa 1900
Globe Wernicke Antique Oak Four-Stack Barrister Bookcase, Circa 1900

Globe Wernicke Antique Oak Four-Stack Barrister Bookcase, Circa 1900

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Delray Beach, FL

A gorgeous antique arts and crafts style four stack barrister bookcase. Manufactured by Globe

Category

Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Neoclassical Flame Mahogany Triple Door Bookcase with Paw Feet, C1900
Antique Neoclassical Flame Mahogany Triple Door Bookcase with Paw Feet, C1900

Antique Neoclassical Flame Mahogany Triple Door Bookcase with Paw Feet, C1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique American Empire Greco neoclassical enclosed bookcase offers flame mahogany construction

Category

Early 20th Century American American Empire Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany, Glass

Antique Carved Oak Glass Front Bookcase with Beveled Mirror, circa 1900
Antique Carved Oak Glass Front Bookcase with Beveled Mirror, circa 1900

Antique Carved Oak Glass Front Bookcase with Beveled Mirror, circa 1900

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique carved oak glass front bookcase, circa 1900. The bookcase features solid oak

Category

Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Oak

Antique Horner School Carved Oak Bookcase with Gallery, Acanthus and Paw Feet
Antique Horner School Carved Oak Bookcase with Gallery, Acanthus and Paw Feet

Antique Horner School Carved Oak Bookcase with Gallery, Acanthus and Paw Feet

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Horner Brothers school bookcase features gallery, dental molding, carved acanthus

Category

Early 20th Century North American Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Mahogany Triple Door Leaded Glass Bookcase with Carved Claw Feet C1900
Antique Mahogany Triple Door Leaded Glass Bookcase with Carved Claw Feet C1900

Antique Mahogany Triple Door Leaded Glass Bookcase with Carved Claw Feet C1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

American Empire Classical Greco bookcase offers mahogany cosnt4uction with three leaded glass doors opening

Category

Early 20th Century American American Empire Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Oversized Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet, circa 1840
Oversized Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet, circa 1840

Oversized Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Breakfront Cabinet, circa 1840

Located in Big Flats, NY

An oversized antique American Empire breakfront cabinet offers deeply striated flame mahogany with

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Classical Manner Ebonized Corner Etagere
Classical Manner Ebonized Corner Etagere

Classical Manner Ebonized Corner Etagere

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H 28 in W 13 in D 13 in

Classical Manner Ebonized Corner Etagere

Located in Astoria, NY

Classical manner ebonized and parcel gilt etagere with three levels. Measures: 28" H x 13" W x 13" D.

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Mahogany American Empire Secretary with Bookcase
Early 19th Century Mahogany American Empire Secretary with Bookcase

Early 19th Century Mahogany American Empire Secretary with Bookcase

Located in Nashville, TN

Early 19th century American Empire secretary with bookcase Circa 1840 Highly polished flamed

Category

Antique 1840s American American Empire Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century American Breakfront, Display Cabinet or Bookcase
Early 19th Century American Breakfront, Display Cabinet or Bookcase

Early 19th Century American Breakfront, Display Cabinet or Bookcase

Located in Savannah, GA

Early 19th Century American Mahogany Breakfront, Display Cabinet, or Bookcase. Three paneled doors

Category

Antique 19th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany, Glass

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Desk Secretary Bookcase Hutch Cupboard
Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Desk Secretary Bookcase Hutch Cupboard

Antique Early American 19th C Plantation Desk Secretary Bookcase Hutch Cupboard

Located in Dayton, OH

An exquisite Early American Plantation, clerk or mail Desk, Circa mid 19th C.. This exceptional 2

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Colonial Secretaires

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

American Mahogany Inlaid Bookcase, circa 1810
American Mahogany Inlaid Bookcase, circa 1810

American Mahogany Inlaid Bookcase, circa 1810

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H 84 in W 40.5 in D 22.5 in

American Mahogany Inlaid Bookcase, circa 1810

Located in Charleston, SC

An American inlaid bookcase from Maryland. Fantastic door detail in diamond pattern with inlaid

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany

Antique American Empire Carved Flame Mahogany and Bronze Secretary Bookcase
Antique American Empire Carved Flame Mahogany and Bronze Secretary Bookcase

Antique American Empire Carved Flame Mahogany and Bronze Secretary Bookcase

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique American Empire secretary features flame mahogany construction with three long drawers in

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American American Empire Secretaires

Materials

Bronze

Antique American Inlaid Figured Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase w/Eli Terry Locks
Antique American Inlaid Figured Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase w/Eli Terry Locks

Antique American Inlaid Figured Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase w/Eli Terry Locks

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Wonderful Late Federal antique American (New York or Connecticut) finely figured Mahogany

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Victorian Mission Oak Glass Two Door Small Bookcase Curio Cabinet
Antique Victorian Mission Oak Glass Two Door Small Bookcase Curio Cabinet

Antique Victorian Mission Oak Glass Two Door Small Bookcase Curio Cabinet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

, quality American craftsmanship, great style and form, Circa early 1900s. Measurements: 55" H x 35.5" W x

Category

Early 20th Century North American Victorian Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Oak

Stickley Brothers Quaint Furniture Mission Oak Two Door Bookcase China Cabinet
Stickley Brothers Quaint Furniture Mission Oak Two Door Bookcase China Cabinet

Stickley Brothers Quaint Furniture Mission Oak Two Door Bookcase China Cabinet

By Stickley Brothers

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Stickley Brothers Quaint Furniture Mission oak two door bookcase china cabinet. Item features glass

Category

Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Walnut China Curio Display Cabinet Hutch Library Bookcase Cupboard 67"
Antique Walnut China Curio Display Cabinet Hutch Library Bookcase Cupboard 67"

Antique Walnut China Curio Display Cabinet Hutch Library Bookcase Cupboard 67"

Located in Dayton, OH

An Early 20th Century American display cabinet. Made of walnut with rectangular form that features

Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Antique 19th C. Oak Step Back Pewter China Hutch Farmhouse Cupboard Bookcase
Antique 19th C. Oak Step Back Pewter China Hutch Farmhouse Cupboard Bookcase

Antique 19th C. Oak Step Back Pewter China Hutch Farmhouse Cupboard Bookcase

Located in Dayton, OH

Early 19th century American Primitive pewter hutch or china cupboard. 2 piece design made from oak

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Classical Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Tiger Oak Mission Bookcase Sides Writing Desk with Drawer
Antique Arts & Crafts Tiger Oak Mission Bookcase Sides Writing Desk with Drawer

Antique Arts & Crafts Tiger Oak Mission Bookcase Sides Writing Desk with Drawer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Arts & Crafts tiger oak mission bookcase sides writing desk with 1 drawer. Item features

Category

Early 20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Federal Period Maple Plantation Secretary c. 1830
Antique Federal Period Maple Plantation Secretary c. 1830

Antique Federal Period Maple Plantation Secretary c. 1830

Located in Westfield, MA

the elegant simplicity of early American design. The upper bookcase section, fitted with glazed

Category

Antique 1830s American Sheraton Desks

Materials

Maple

Monumental David T Smith Early American Painted Pine Green Bookcase Shelf 94"
Monumental David T Smith Early American Painted Pine Green Bookcase Shelf 94"

Monumental David T Smith Early American Painted Pine Green Bookcase Shelf 94"

By David Smith

Located in Dayton, OH

An impressive bookcase by David T Smith & Co of Morrow Ohio, circa 1986. The Early American style

Category

Vintage 1980s American Colonial Bookcases

Materials

Pine, Paint

Antique American Chippendale Style Bookcase
Antique American Chippendale Style Bookcase

Antique American Chippendale Style Bookcase

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H 73.5 in W 34 in D 15.5 in

Antique American Chippendale Style Bookcase

By Rockford National Furniture Company 1

Located in Forney, TX

A beautiful antique American Chippendale style bookcase secretaire by Rockford Standard Furniture

Category

Early 20th Century American Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany, Paint

American Oak Stacking Lawyer or Barrister Bookcase
American Oak Stacking Lawyer or Barrister Bookcase

American Oak Stacking Lawyer or Barrister Bookcase

Located in San Francisco, CA

An early 20th century barrister or lawyer four section stacking bookcase in completely original

Category

Early 20th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique American Empire Classical Flame Mahogany Double Door Bookcase c1840
Antique American Empire Classical Flame Mahogany Double Door Bookcase c1840

Antique American Empire Classical Flame Mahogany Double Door Bookcase c1840

Located in Big Flats, NY

*** Antique American Empire Classical Greco Flame Mahogany Double Door Bookcase with Full Flanking Columns and

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Empire Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Early 20th-C. Biedermeier Style Burl And Ebony Bookcase / Shelf / Etagere
Early 20th-C. Biedermeier Style Burl And Ebony Bookcase / Shelf / Etagere

Early 20th-C. Biedermeier Style Burl And Ebony Bookcase / Shelf / Etagere

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a handsome bookcase! It is an early 20th century Biedermeier style piece that is perfect

Category

Early 20th Century North American Biedermeier Bookcases

Materials

Ebony, Burl

Pair of Spanish Revival Oak Bookcases, American, circa 1920
Pair of Spanish Revival Oak Bookcases, American, circa 1920

Pair of Spanish Revival Oak Bookcases, American, circa 1920

Located in San Francisco, CA

A pair of solid oak Spanish Revival bookcases with four adjustable shelves. Having a single drawer

Category

Early 20th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Early 20thC Globe Wernicke Oak Stacking Barrister Bookcase, circa 1920
Early 20thC Globe Wernicke Oak Stacking Barrister Bookcase, circa 1920

Early 20thC Globe Wernicke Oak Stacking Barrister Bookcase, circa 1920

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous 6-section bookcase in oak. 4 sections for storage, 2 sections 18.75 tall, and 2 sections

Category

Vintage 1920s American American Craftsman Bookcases

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American Federal Mahogany Library Bookcase Breakfront Cabinet, circa 1795-1815

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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Bookcases

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Located in Essex, MA

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Globe Wernicke 5 Stack Barristers Bookcase

Globe Wernicke 5 Stack Barristers Bookcase

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Globe Wernicke 5 Stack Barristers Bookcase

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Dallas, TX

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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Bookcases

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Boxwood, Oak

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Early American Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic early American bookcase available at 1stDibs. Each early American bookcase for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and glass. There are many kinds of the early American bookcase you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right early American bookcase, those designed in Neoclassical, Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. Globe Wernicke, George Hepplewhite and Stickley Brothers each produced at least one beautiful early American bookcase that is worth considering.

How Much is a Early American Bookcase?

Prices for an early American bookcase start at $650 and top out at $25,000 with the average selling for $2,445.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Early American Bookcase
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    To identify early American furniture, you can evaluate your piece on your own or seek the opinion of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Although many pieces from the Colonial era are unmarked, double-checking your furniture for signatures, stamps and labels is still a good first step. Using trusted online resources, you can research any markings to determine if the maker was active in America during the 16th and early 17th centuries. When identifying unmarked furniture, it's generally necessary to consider the style and details of the piece. Due to its handcrafted origins, early American furniture tends to have visible tool marks and irregularities in its carvings. Early American furnishings tended to be simple in style but often had one or two refined details, such as cabriole legs. Looking at images of authentic early American furniture can be helpful when making an identification. On 1stDibs, find a collection of 18th-century American furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    The early American furniture style is often called the Colonial style. During the 17th century, American craftsmen drew inspiration from medieval and Renaissance furniture. By the 18th century, the William and Mary style that had emerged in England began to heavily influence the American Colonial style. Characteristics of Colonial-style furniture include turned legs, ornamental carvings and richly finished cherry, walnut and mahogany wood. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Colonial-style furniture.

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