Hanging Bookcases
Antique Late 19th Century Anglo-Japanese Bookcases
Pine
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Antique Late 19th Century British Gothic Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Pine
20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Bookcases
Brass
Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Copper
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Metal
Antique 19th Century American Folk Art Bookcases
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Brass
Antique 19th Century British Cabinets
Hardwood
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Shelves
Hardwood, Paint
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Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Art Nouveau Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1930s Chinese Bookcases
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Satinwood
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Wood
Antique 1880s Sheraton Bookcases
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Shelves
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Antique Mid-19th Century English Arts and Crafts Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1940s English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century English Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
Antique 19th Century American Bookcases
Antique 1880s Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century Mission Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1960s English Bookcases
Elm
Vintage 1940s Italian Modern Bookcases
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1940s English Country Cabinets
Glass, Pine
Antique Early 1800s English Gothic Revival Cabinets
Glass, Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rope, Teak
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
Antique Mid-19th Century English Arts and Crafts Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Silver
Vintage 1920s American Country Bookcases
21st Century and Contemporary English Chippendale Bookcases
Gesso, Paint, Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Antique 1850s Empire Revival Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Walnut
Antique Late 18th Century English Jacobean Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Oak
Vintage 1950s Italian Bookcases
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Bookcases
Brass
1990s American Federal Bookcases
Vintage 1950s Italian Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Vintage 1940s Italian Bookcases
Brass
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Antique 19th Century English Bookcases
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century American Bookcases
Wood
Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Vintage 1920s Scottish Corner Cupboards
Oak
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
20th Century Table Lamps
Natural Fiber, Resin, Wood, Softwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...
Brass
2010s British Scandinavian Modern Tables
Mohair, Oak
20th Century French Hollywood Regency Shelves
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Stone Sinks
Marble, Limestone
20th Century French Beaux Arts Dining Room Tables
Iron
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Steel, Cut Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stools
Ash, Cherry, Walnut, Oak
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Wall Mirrors
Silver
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandeliers and Pendants
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass, Bronze, Pewter
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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.
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