What is a bookcase with glass doors called?

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.

Midcentury Glass Door Bookcase

Low Profile Cabinet

Teak Bookcase With Cabinet

Sliding Bookcase

Mid Century Modern Bookcase Hutch

Low Bookcase With Doors

Library Doors

Mid Century Cabinet With Sliding Glass Doors

Sliding Door Display Case

Mid-Century Teak Bookcase with Glass Display Doors

$1,600

Mid-Century Teak Bookcase with Glass Display Doors

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This is a stunning mid-century teak bookcase. The piece features two glass doors for displaying items.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

Gibbings for Widdicomb Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors Mid Century

$3,600

Gibbings for Widdicomb Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors Mid Century

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern walnut Widdicomb bookcase with sliding doors.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Sliding Glass Door Bookcase Cabinet Robert Heritage

$641Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Modern Sliding Glass Door Bookcase Cabinet Robert Heritage

By Robert Heritage

Located in Leicester, GB

We can ship directly to you - please contact us with your country & postcode for an accurate delivery price. Shipping to the US £450 in a custom made crate A beautiful long slim gla...

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

MID CENTURY BOOKCASE DISPLAY CABINET WITH GLASS SLiDING DOORS

$1,019

MID CENTURY BOOKCASE DISPLAY CABINET WITH GLASS SLiDING DOORS

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London A minimalist mid-century modern wall-mounted display cabinet, perfect for showcasing collectables, books, or decorative pieces. Crafted with a warm wood veneer...

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20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Walnut Sliding Glass Door Bookcase Mid Century

$2,950

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Walnut Sliding Glass Door Bookcase Mid Century

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Forest Grove, PA

A Mid Century walnut bookcase with sliding glass doors designed by T.H.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Large Ebonised Pine Library Bookcase with Sliding Glass Doors, Mid-20th Century

$7,388

Large Ebonised Pine Library Bookcase with Sliding Glass Doors, Mid-20th Century

Located in Stahnsdorf, DE

Large Ebonised Pine Library Bookcase with Sliding Glass Doors, Mid-20th Century Description: An impressive, architecturally scaled ebonised pine library bookcase, crafted in the mid...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Pine

Mid-Century Modern Bookcases by G-Plan, Teak Veneer, Glass Doors, 1960

$1,508 / set

Mid-Century Modern Bookcases by G-Plan, Teak Veneer, Glass Doors, 1960

By G-Plan

Located in Buxton, GB

Elevate your home office or living space with this exquisite pair of authentic Mid-Century Modern bookcases. Crafted from warm, richly grained teak veneer, these cabinets offer a s...

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Vintage Glass-Front Display Cabinet Bookcase with Double Doors

$7,500

Vintage Glass-Front Display Cabinet Bookcase with Double Doors

Located in High Point, NC

A striking vintage teak display cabinet featuring eight glass-paneled doors and a timeless, clean-lined design. Crafted with a warm natural wood finish, this tall cabinet offers both...

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Mid-20th Century Indian Rustic Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Vintage Globe-Wernicke Steel Barrister Bookcase in Black with Glass Doors

$2,100

Vintage Globe-Wernicke Steel Barrister Bookcase in Black with Glass Doors

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Vintage industrial steel barrister bookcase by Globe-Wernicke, retaining its original manufacturer’s badge. Constructed in modular stacking sections with glass-front lift-and-slide d...

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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet with Sliding Glass Doors

$3,200

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Cabinet with Sliding Glass Doors

By Paul McCobb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice Mid-Century Modern walnut sliding doors cabinet bookcase.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass

Mid-Century Adjustable Shelving Unit with Sliding Glass Doors Made in Romania

$1,600 / item

Mid-Century Adjustable Shelving Unit with Sliding Glass Doors Made in Romania

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stackable shelving unit, built in Romania during the mid-20th century. Each shelf is wall mountable and easily added or removed from the stack. All shelves feature two sliding glass ...

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Mid-20th Century Romanian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

5 Stack Barrister Bookcase Stacking Cabinet With Glass Doors

$1,750

5 Stack Barrister Bookcase Stacking Cabinet With Glass Doors

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Saddle River, NJ

Elevate your library or office with this exquisite 5-stack barrister bookcase, reflecting the timeless functional elegance of the classic Globe Wernicke style. This versatile piece c...

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Custom Made Walnut Bookcase w/ Glass Doors by Danish Modern LA

$1,895 / item

Custom Made Walnut Bookcase w/ Glass Doors by Danish Modern LA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Custom Made Walnut Bookcase w/ Glass Doors by Danish Modern LA Materials: Walnut Wood, New Glass Doors

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Walnut

Black Lacquer Double Glass Sliding Doors Bracket Feet Petit Bookcase Shelves

$3,400

Black Lacquer Double Glass Sliding Doors Bracket Feet Petit Bookcase Shelves

By Harvey Probber, James Mont

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Black lacquer double glass sliding doors bracket feet petit bookcase shelves.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

19th C. Large White Gustavian Style Bookcase Display Cabinet with Glass Doors

$14,250

19th C. Large White Gustavian Style Bookcase Display Cabinet with Glass Doors

Located in Round Top, TX

Elegant and stately Swedish Gustavian style pine display cabinet or bookcase in two sections standing just under 7' tall. Upper carved dentil molding, applied carved accents and stan...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Pine, Paint

Bespoke 6ft Bookcase in Rosewood w/ Glass Sliding Doors, Denmark, c. 1960s

$1,695

Bespoke 6ft Bookcase in Rosewood w/ Glass Sliding Doors, Denmark, c. 1960s

Located in Deland, FL

If this service interests you please message us prior to checkout to discuss options and pricing. The two sliding glass doors have been newly cut and show no wear whatsoever and ope...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Edmond Spence Blonde Wood Swedish Modern Hanging Bookcase w/ Glass Sliding doors

$1,800

Edmond Spence Blonde Wood Swedish Modern Hanging Bookcase w/ Glass Sliding doors

By Edmond J. Spence, Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Swedish modern bookcase with glass sliding doors.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Birch

19th Century French Louis Philippe Mahogany Bookcase with Glazed Doors

$4,980

19th Century French Louis Philippe Mahogany Bookcase with Glazed Doors

Located in Dallas, TX

The interior shelves make it equally useful in a library, study, living room, or dining room, where the glass doors allow books and collections to become part of the room’s decoration.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Credenza Tambour Doors Hutch Mint

$5,000

Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Credenza Tambour Doors Hutch Mint

By H.P. Hansen

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Danish Mid-Century Modern teak credenza Tambour doors hutch mint.

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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Group Sliding Door Bookcase Cabinet, 1950s

$1,495

Paul McCobb for Calvin Linear Group Sliding Door Bookcase Cabinet, 1950s

By Paul McCobb

Located in South Bend, IN

A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern bookcase, credenza, or display cabinet By Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture, "Linear Group" USA, 1950s Walnut, with sliding glass front doors.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

18th Century George II Chippendale Period Two-Door Mahogany Glazed Bookcase

$18,015

18th Century George II Chippendale Period Two-Door Mahogany Glazed Bookcase

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

18th Century George II Chippendale Period two-door mahogany Glazed bookcase, circa 1750 The concave cornice sits above a pair of glazed doors. The antique glass is divided by moul...

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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Oak

Danish Design Teak Chest with original glass doors , 1960s

$1,761

Danish Design Teak Chest with original glass doors , 1960s

Located in Breda, Netherlands

Danish Design: Bookcase Danish low bookcase in beautiful teak veneer. The vintage chest still has it's original sliding doors. This chest is in very good vintage condition only a sm...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Walnut Credenza or Bookcase with Glass Doors by Merton Gershun

$2,950

Mid-Century Walnut Credenza or Bookcase with Glass Doors by Merton Gershun

By Merton Gershun, American of Martinsville

Located in North Hollywood, CA

The credenza features four sliding glass doors adorned with intricately crafted handles that seamlessly blend into the overall design, creating an almost invisible effect.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Sliding Glass Doors 4 Bays Stacking or Hanging Bookcase

$3,000 / set

Mid-Century Modern Sliding Glass Doors 4 Bays Stacking or Hanging Bookcase

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern sliding glass doors 4 bays stacking or hanging bookcase.

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20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Low + Thin Danish Rosewood Bookcase Display Cabinet w/ Sliding Glass Doors

$2,650

Low + Thin Danish Rosewood Bookcase Display Cabinet w/ Sliding Glass Doors

Located in Kensington, MD

+ Sliding glass doors display your items while keeping them dust free + Two Glass shelves are adjustable* + Bookcase has two sliding glass door with rounded-edge rosewood trim + ...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Rosewood

3 Bay Mid-Mentury Modern Walnut Glass Doors Bookcase Wall Unit Curio Cabinet

$7,200

3 Bay Mid-Mentury Modern Walnut Glass Doors Bookcase Wall Unit Curio Cabinet

By Dux of Sweden, Durland

Located in Rockaway, NJ

3 Bay Mid-Century Modern walnut glass doors bookcase wall shelves unit Curio cabinet MINT!.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Glass, Walnut

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Lighted Double Glass Door Walnut Bookcase with Corinthian Columns

Unavailable

H 84 in W 57 in D 20 in

Lighted Double Glass Door Walnut Bookcase with Corinthian Columns

Located in MC Leansville, NC

This Double Glass Door Walnut Bookcase with Corinthian Columns features a rich walnut finish, two glass doors for visibility, and ornate Corinthian columns with detailed capitals. It...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Revival Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

1960s Mid-Century Vintage British Teak Book Case with Glass Doors

Unavailable

H 43.31 in W 36.03 in D 9.85 in

1960s Mid-Century Vintage British Teak Book Case with Glass Doors

Located in London, GB

This is a quality piece made with great craftsmanship. Elegant and simple in shape and line sitting on beautifully proportioned tapered legs. The shelves are adjustable with solid br...

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Vintage 1960s Great Britain (UK) Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

1960s Mid-Century Nathan Teak Book Case or Sideboard with Sliding Glass Doors

Unavailable

H 37.8 in W 48.04 in D 11.03 in

1960s Mid-Century Nathan Teak Book Case or Sideboard with Sliding Glass Doors

By Nathan

Located in London, GB

A lovely piece from English maker Nathan. Cool, restrained and well made with a mix of cupboards and bookshelves with glass doors.

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Vintage 1960s Great Britain (UK) Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

Vintage Italian Bookcase with Doors, Bar Cabinet, Drawers, 1950s

Unavailable

H 90.56 in W 35.04 in D 15.75 in

Vintage Italian Bookcase with Doors, Bar Cabinet, Drawers, 1950s

Located in Torino, Italy

Bookcase made up of 6 wooden modules with details in glass and brass. Italian production, 1950s. Measure single module 89 x 40 x 230 Measure total 517 x 40 x 230.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase with Glass Doors

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H 28 in W 60 in D 12 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase with Glass Doors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-Century Modern walnut bookcase with glass doors.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Walnut Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors

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H 26 in W 72 in D 13.75 in

Mid-Century Walnut Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 26 H x 72 W x 13.75 L Materials: Walnut wood, glass doors Condition: Excellent – newly refinish...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors

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H 46.5 in W 35 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Mid-Century Modern bookcase with glass sliding doors which are removable.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Bookcase w/ Glass Doors

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H 32.5 in W 34 in D 16 in

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Bookcase w/ Glass Doors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

:) Materials: Walnut-Stained Oak, Original Glass Doors This charming Mid-Century Modern bookcase from the 1960s blends clean lines with functional design, featuring a warm walnut-s...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Mid Century Walnut 2 Door Bookcase

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H 49.25 in W 38.13 in D 15 in

Mid Century Walnut 2 Door Bookcase

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very well-crafted Mid-Century walnut two door bookcase with glass front wood framed doors having two brass pulls.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Danish Modern Domino Glass Door Teak Bookcase Cabinet

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H 72.25 in W 31.25 in D 16 in

Mid-Century Danish Modern Domino Glass Door Teak Bookcase Cabinet

By Domino Møbler

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a Danish modern teak bookcase by Domino Mobler. This enclosed bookcase features two glass panel doors with three stationary shelves to the interior and two bottom drawers.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Two Piece Bookcase with Sliding Glass Doors

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H 56.5 in W 12 in D 36 in

Mid-Century Modern Two Piece Bookcase with Sliding Glass Doors

Located in Freehold, NJ

This Mid-Century Modern shelving unit features hardwood construction, original walnut finish, unique two piece design with two glass sliding doors, one wood sliding door, and tall ta...

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Vintage 1960s Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase with Glass Doors

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H 33.75 in W 48 in D 12 in

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase with Glass Doors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Low Mid-Century Bookcase or Display Case With Sliding Glass Doors

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H 27.25 in W 60.25 in D 12 in

Low Mid-Century Bookcase or Display Case With Sliding Glass Doors

Located in Trenton, NJ

This uniquely sized mid-century bookcase features sturdy vintage blonde wood construction with lacquer finish and adjustable glass shelf.

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Vintage 1960s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

PAIR OF MID CENTURY MODERN HERBERT GIBBS TEAK DWARF GLASS DOOR LIBRARY BOOKCASEs

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H 33.27 in W 59.85 in D 9.45 in

PAIR OF MID CENTURY MODERN HERBERT GIBBS TEAK DWARF GLASS DOOR LIBRARY BOOKCASEs

By Herbert Gibbs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning matching pair of Herbert Gibbs dwarf library bookcases in teak with glazed doors Please note ...

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase with Glass Doors

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H 29.25 in W 60.25 in D 12.75 in

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Bookcase with Glass Doors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs that can seamlessly be incorpo...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

Expertly Restored - Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase with Glass Doors

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H 33.5 in W 48 in D 12 in

Expertly Restored - Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookcase with Glass Doors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Walnut

French Mid-19th Century Painted Wood Two-Part Bookcase with Glass Doors

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H 89.25 in W 93 in D 26.25 in

French Mid-19th Century Painted Wood Two-Part Bookcase with Glass Doors

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French painted wood two-part bookcase from the mid-19th century, with glass doors over wooden doors and drawers, decorated with fluted motifs and diamond patterns.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase with Sliding Glass Doors

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H 46.07 in W 47.25 in D 10.24 in

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Bookcase with Sliding Glass Doors

Located in Karis, Nyland

Danish 1960s teak wooden bookshelf with two sliding glass doors and three shelves. Good, Danish quality. Manufacturer unknown.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Pair of Sculpted Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases with Glass Sliding Doors

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H 34.45 in W 43.12 in D 12.01 in

Pair of Sculpted Mid-Century Modern Teak Bookcases with Glass Sliding Doors

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of Mid-Century Modern teak bookcases with height adjustable shelves and glass sliding doors A very good looking and well made p...

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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Teak

1970s Cabinet or Bookcase with Glass Doors

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H 58.5 in W 41 in D 20.5 in

1970s Cabinet or Bookcase with Glass Doors

By Milo Baughman

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A two-piece cream lacquer finished cabinet or bookcase with adjustable shelves, smoked glass doors, brass pulls, walnut trim and lights to both units. In the manner of Milo Baughman ...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass

Teak bookcase with glass doors, Denmark 1960s

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H 50.79 in W 46.86 in D 15.75 in

Teak bookcase with glass doors, Denmark 1960s

Located in Torino, IT

Teak bookcase with glass doors, Denmark 1960s

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase with Glass Doors

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H 24 in W 72 in D 12 in

Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase with Glass Doors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Danish Modern Display Case designed and manufactured in Denmark circa 1960’s. Beautifully crafted in rosewood, this stunning bookcase sits on 8” tapered legs and features two compart...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Rosewood

Teak bookcase with glass doors, Denmark 1960s

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H 50.79 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in

Teak bookcase with glass doors, Denmark 1960s

Located in Torino, IT

Teak bookcase with glass doors, Denmark 1960s

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Teak

Midcentury Walnut Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors

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H 26 in W 72 in D 13.75 in

Midcentury Walnut Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern Country: United States Date: 1960s Dimensions: 26?H x 72?W x 13.75?L Materials: Walnut wood, glass doors Condition: Excellent – newly refinish...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Walnut

Peter Hvidt styled Teak / Glass Door Bookcase Denmark

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H 30 in W 59 in D 12 in

Peter Hvidt styled Teak / Glass Door Bookcase Denmark

By Peter Hvidt

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A very well crafted teak wood bookcase with two smoked glass sliding doors and two adjustable shelves and having a fully finished back could be used as a room divider in a loft or la...

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Smoked Glass, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors

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H 23.5 in W 59 in D 11.25 in

Scandinavian Modern Teak Bookcase with Glass Sliding Doors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Scandinavian Modern teak bookcase with glass sliding doors.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

Vintage teak bookcase with glass doors, Denmark 1960s

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H 47.64 in W 82.29 in D 10.63 in

Vintage teak bookcase with glass doors, Denmark 1960s

By Clausen & Søn

Located in Torino, IT

Vintage teak bookcase with glass doors, Denmark 1960s

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Teak

Børge Mogensen Teak Bookcase with Sliding Glass Doors

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H 36.5 in W 54.25 in D 13.5 in

Børge Mogensen Teak Bookcase with Sliding Glass Doors

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Børge Mogensen teak bookcase for Aalborg, Denmark, circa 1950s. The cabinet features a slender teak exterior frame and tapered turned legs. It has glass sliding door openings and fou...

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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Teak

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Midcentury Glass Door Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the midcentury glass door bookcase you’re looking for. A midcentury glass door bookcase — often made from wood, glass and hardwood — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect midcentury glass door bookcase — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A midcentury glass door bookcase is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made midcentury glass door bookcase over the years, but those crafted by Børge Mogensen, Dyrlund and Paul McCobb are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Midcentury Glass Door Bookcase?

Prices for a midcentury glass door bookcase can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $486 and can go as high as $24,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,083.

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.

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Questions About Midcentury Glass Door Bookcase

What is a bookcase with glass doors called?
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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.

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