Skip to main content

Antique Bookshelfs

to
82
667
200
466
383
383
167
66
60
49
48
43
37
22
16
15
13
8
7
7
6
6
5
4
3
3
3
2
2
1
1
1
1
1
1
4
2
2
2
2
Sort By
Secession Bookshelf
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession bookshelf professionally stained and repolished.
Category

Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

Antique Secession Bookshelf
Secession Bookshelf
$2,111
H 48.82 in W 31.5 in D 10.63 in
Mahogany Crew Shell Bookshelf
Located in Essex, MA
Made from an old crew shell with the letters FLOTSAM on sides with shelves and dark blue background.
Category

Late 19th Century North American Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Crew Shell Bookshelf
Mahogany Crew Shell Bookshelf
$6,250
H 86.5 in W 28.75 in D 13.5 in
Victorian Whatnot Bookshelf Inlay 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a refined Victorian whatnot or bookshelf Circa 1860 Lavish patina to the mahogany A
Category

1860s Victorian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Whatnot Bookshelf Inlay 1860
Victorian Whatnot Bookshelf Inlay 1860
$1,576
H 59 in W 21.5 in D 14 in
Victorian Whatnot Bookshelf Walnut 1850
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Excellent quality Victorian burr walnut whatnot. Circa 1850 Raised upon turned feet with brass castors This wonderful whatnot having 3 shelves which feature the best quality burr wal...
Category

1850s Victorian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Whatnot Bookshelf Walnut 1850
Victorian Whatnot Bookshelf Walnut 1850
$1,987
H 44 in W 31.5 in D 15.5 in
Arts & Crafts Oak Bookshelf Magazine Rack
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Arts & Crafts Oak Bookshelf Magazine Rack. Traditionally, these were called magazine racks and you
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Bookshelf Magazine Rack
Arts & Crafts Oak Bookshelf Magazine Rack
$1,865
H 37 in W 18.5 in D 14 in
Victorian Whatnot Bookshelf Mahogany 1850
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Large Victorian Mahogany Whatnot. Antique circa 1850 This 6 Tiered Whatnot Stands Upon Turned Feet and Brass castors. The Shelves are Supported By Turned Columns. We Have Been Told T...
Category

1850s Victorian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Victorian Whatnot Bookshelf Mahogany 1850
Victorian Whatnot Bookshelf Mahogany 1850
$2,323
H 76 in W 23 in D 23 in
Mahogany Regency Revival Bookcase Open Bookshelf
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Mahogany Open Bookcase or bookshelf in the Regency manner This Bookcase is Raised upon Bracket Feet
Category

1920s Regency Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Mahogany

Victorian Walnut Bookshelf Period Antique 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Pretty period Victorian walnut. Circa 1860 This pretty whatnot stands upon ring turned feet with brass castors. Featuring 1 ash lined drawer and turned supports. The top shelf having...
Category

1860s Victorian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Bookshelf Period Antique 1860
Victorian Walnut Bookshelf Period Antique 1860
$1,713
H 45 in W 23.5 in D 14 in
Axel Einar Hjorth Swedish Grace Bookshelf, 1930
By Axel Einar Hjorth, NK (Nordiska Kompaniet)
Located in Uccle, BE
"Funkis" Bookshelf made of Bonad birch with removable shelves. Metal plaque on back with the
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Birch

Antique Axel Einar Hjorth Swedish Grace Bookshelf, 1930
Axel Einar Hjorth Swedish Grace Bookshelf, 1930
$7,976
H 39.57 in W 45.67 in D 9.85 in
19th Century Gustavian Bookshelf with Original Paint
Located in Boden, SE
19th Century Gustavian bookshelf with beautiful original paint. A fantastic charming bookshelf
Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Pine

19th Century Gustavian Bookshelf with Original Paint
19th Century Gustavian Bookshelf with Original Paint
$1,700
H 47.25 in W 13.39 in D 14.57 in
19th Century English Open Library Caddy, Bookshelf
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century English Open Library Caddy ~ Bookshelf is a charming piece that can serve in a variety
Category

1890s English British Colonial Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Sycamore

Japanese Antique Storage shelves Cupboard Bookshelf Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
shelves are sturdy and can be used as a cupboard or bookshelf. There are four doors allowing free access
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

Georgian Open Front Bookcase Mahogany Revival Bookshelf
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Georgian Revival Mahogany Open Bookcase. Circa 1880 Standing Upon Bracket Feet The Bookcase Features 3 Adjustable Shelves. The Top of the Bookcase Having a Dentil and Shaped Moldings...
Category

1880s Georgian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Petite Bookshelf Lamp with Holophane Shade
By Holophane
Located in Denton, TX
Petit brass mantle lamp with scalloped pleated shade by Holophane. perfect for small spaces.
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Brass

Burnt Tortoiseshell Bamboo Etagere Bookshelf, Early 20th Century
Located in Jensen Beach, FL
Elegant burnt bamboo bookshelf.
Category

Early 20th Century Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Bamboo

Burnt Tortoiseshell Bamboo Etagere Bookshelf, Early 20th Century
Burnt Tortoiseshell Bamboo Etagere Bookshelf, Early 20th Century
$585 Sale Price
50% Off
H 39.5 in W 33.75 in D 11.75 in
Antique Stickley Oak Arts & Crafts Mission Bookshelf. C. 1910
By Stickley Brothers
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Spectacular antique bookshelf designed by Stickley in the 1910’s period, ( it has the stamp in the
Category

1910s American Mission Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Oak

Antique American Victorian Cherry Wood Etagere or Bookshelf
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Victorian or American Colonial style cherry wood five shelf etagere or bookshelf with
Category

Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Cherry

Antique American Victorian Cherry Wood Etagere or Bookshelf
Antique American Victorian Cherry Wood Etagere or Bookshelf
$1,275 Sale Price
24% Off
H 52.75 in W 31.75 in D 10 in
Hendrik Wouda for Pander Art Deco Bookshelf in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hendrik Wouda for Pander & Zonen, bookshelf, oak, coromandel, brass, the Netherlands, circa 1925
Category

1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Brass

Hendrik Wouda for Pander Art Deco Bookshelf in Oak
Hendrik Wouda for Pander Art Deco Bookshelf in Oak
$6,400
H 69.69 in W 48.63 in D 15.36 in
18th - 19th Century French Painted Pinewood Bookshelf - Antique Rack
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique French freestanding bookshelf made of hand crafted painted Pinewood, in good condition
Category

Late 18th Century French Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Pine

Unusual 19th Century English Double-Sided Bookcase Bookshelf
Located in Shippensburg, PA
UNUSUAL VICTORIAN MAHOGANY DOUBLE-SIDED BOOKCASE England, circa mid-to-late 19th century Item # 209APB28Q This uncommon double-sided bookcase is composed of a complex array of latt...
Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Brass

Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Oak Compact 3 Tiered Bookshelf
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Circa 1910 Elegant and compact Arts & Crafts 3 tiered bookshelf with subtle workmanship and
Category

Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Oak

Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Oak Compact 3 Tiered Bookshelf
Arts & Crafts Handmade Dark Oak Compact 3 Tiered Bookshelf
$2,138 Sale Price
24% Off
H 33 in W 20 in D 13.5 in
Antique English Mahogany CORNER Display Shelf BARLEY TWIST Étagère Bookshelf
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Mahogany CORNER Display Shelf BARLEY TWIST Étagère Bookshelf. Direct from England
Category

1890s British Victorian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century English Bamboo Bookshelf with Lovely Painted Finish
Located in Buchanan, MI
A 19th century English bamboo bookshelf with lovely painted finish.
Category

Late 19th Century English Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Bamboo

Antique Golden Tortoise Bamboo and Woven Wicker Etagere Bookshelf
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique tortoise bamboo and Woven Wicker Etagere bookshelf. Bamboo rods and woven wicker shelves
Category

19th Century American Chinoiserie Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Plywood

Italian Art Nouveau wooden bookshelf with three shelves, early 1900s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian Art Nouveau wooden bookshelf with three shelves, early 1900s Wooden bookcase or etagere
Category

Early 1900s Italian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

Caribbean Regency Mahogany Four-Tier Reeded Bookshelf, Circa 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
Caribbean regency mahogany four tier bookshelf with turned bulbous stylized acorn finials, reeded
Category

1810s Caribbean Regency Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Mahogany

Bookshelf or Bibus with Marble Top and Brass Gallery, 19th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This charming antique French bookshelf, dating from the late 19th century, combines elegance and
Category

19th Century French Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Brass

Antique Arts & Crafts "STICK & BALL" Bookshelf/Magazine shelf - Stickley era
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is an antique Arts & Crafts "STICK & BALL" bookshelf in good condition with the original
Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century Primitive Style Corner Bookcase or Bookshelf
Located in Seattle, WA
Five tiered bookcase with Wood carved details on the sides. Vintage condition consistent with age as pictured.
Category

Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

Late Qing Dynasty Period Bookshelf with Classic Design and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
period bookshelf with drawers circa 1900 will bring an elegant touch to any home, whether placed in a
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Brass

Antique English Oak Bookshelf BARLEY TWIST Open Display Shelf SMALL Bookcase
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Oak Bookshelf BARLEY TWIST Open Display Shelf SMALL Bookcase. Direct from England
Category

1920s British Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Oak

Monumental Carved Pine English Country Paint Decorated Bookshelf Bookcase
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a very very unique and rare custom-made English piece. The piece is made of antique elements with all of the charm that antiques have and re-designed to act as an enormous bo...
Category

Early 1900s English Georgian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Pine

Monumental Carved Pine English Country Paint Decorated Bookshelf Bookcase
Monumental Carved Pine English Country Paint Decorated Bookshelf Bookcase
$6,396 Sale Price
36% Off
H 99.25 in W 166 in D 21 in
Japanese Taishō Period Open Bookshelf Sliding Doors, Curvy Shelf and Drawer
Located in Yonkers, NY
open bookshelf with wavy curving shelf, sliding doors and drawers. Created in Japan during the Taisho
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Cypress, Fabric

1930s Colonial Revival Style Turned and Veneered Occasional Bookshelf Table
Located in Lomita, CA
This is the most charming table, from the lower shelf for books, to the veneered wood and the serpentine details. This is an example of American furniture in its unusual forms that a...
Category

Early 20th Century American Colonial Revival Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

Swedish Folk Art bridge bookshelf, designed by Petrus & Sture Lundström 1925
Located in London, GB
suspension-bridge bookshelf, designed by Petrus and Sture Lundström, Tranās. They were then instructed to
Category

1920s Swedish Folk Art Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Copper

Antique Large Solid Oak Hand Painted Waterfall Bookcase Bookshelf Plant Display
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very large Antique circa 1900 waterfall bookshelf with
Category

Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Oak

Antique Large Solid Oak Hand Painted Waterfall Bookcase Bookshelf Plant Display
Antique Large Solid Oak Hand Painted Waterfall Bookcase Bookshelf Plant Display
$5,318 Sale Price
20% Off
H 50.01 in W 80.71 in D 23.23 in
Liberty and Co. An Arts and Crafts oak over mantle or hanging bookshelf
By Liberty & Co.
Located in London, GB
A Liberty and Co Arts and Crafts oak over mantle or hanging bookshelf, with Motto by Sir Francis
Category

1890s Arts and Crafts Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Oak

Rare and Stunning Empire Mahogany Curved Desk and Bookshelf, 19th Century French
Located in New Orleans, LA
This very unusual pairing features a curved desk and a curved bookshelf with a variety of
Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Gold

Antique English Book Magazine Rack Bookshelf Oak PETITE Storage Cabinet c. 1920s
Located in Tyler, TX
CHARMING Antique English Jacobean Style Oak Book or Magazine Rack with Lower Storage Cabinet~~c. 1920s Versatile size fits in small spaces! 38.5" tall x 15.5" wide x 10" deep~~ver...
Category

1920s English Jacobean Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Oak

Antique French Gothic Bookcase Cabinet Bookshelf 2 Glass Doors Oak c. 1920s-30s
Located in Tyler, TX
BEAUTIFUL Antique French Gothic Style Oak Bookcase or Display Cabinet with Double Glass Doors and Key~~c. 1920s~1930s PERFECT for your favorite antique books or collectibles 63.5" ...
Category

1920s French Gothic Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Oak

ANTIQUE CIRCA 1920'S SMALL CHiNESE CHINOISERIE BOOKSHELF TABLE TOP BOOK STAND
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning small table top Chinese Chinoiserie book stand for small books Please note the delivery fee l...
Category

1920s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

ANTIQUE CIRCA 1920'S SMALL CHiNESE CHINOISERIE BOOKSHELF TABLE TOP BOOK STAND
ANTIQUE CIRCA 1920'S SMALL CHiNESE CHINOISERIE BOOKSHELF TABLE TOP BOOK STAND
$520 Sale Price
20% Off
H 6.11 in W 14.38 in D 7.09 in
Blue Book Shelf, 17th C Finland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare 17th-century bookshelf from Finland, featuring eight shelves and intricate hand-carved
Category

17th Century Finnish Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

Blue Book Shelf, 17th C Finland
Blue Book Shelf, 17th C Finland
$21,840
H 86 in W 54 in D 13.5 in
Mid-Late 19th Century French Bronze Chenet Rail
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
decorate a bookshelf, hearth, etc. 30 7/8" w., 5 5/8" h., 2 3/8" d.
Category

Late 19th Century French Rococo Revival Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Late 19th Century French Bronze Chenet Rail
Mid-Late 19th Century French Bronze Chenet Rail
$145
H 5.63 in W 30.88 in D 2.38 in
French Bobbin bookcase early 20th century
Located in MILL, NL
Bobbin bookcase / bookshelf. Original from France, early 20th century. Standing on bulbous legs. In
Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

French Bobbin bookcase early 20th century
French Bobbin bookcase early 20th century
$4,985
H 68.9 in W 39.38 in D 8.27 in
Pair of Alabaster Hand carved bookends in Art Deco style, France 1920s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
great on your bookshelf or would make an amazing gift for someone who adores owls
Category

1920s French Art Deco Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Alabaster

Antique 19th Century Black Forest Bear Book Shelf / Book Rack Hand Carved Swiss
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous 19th century antique Black Forest Extendable bookshelf hand carved from Switzerland
Category

Late 19th Century Swiss Black Forest Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

Glazed Terracotta Dog Head
Located in Houston, TX
accessory for a desk top or bookshelf.
Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Terracotta

Glazed Terracotta Dog Head
Glazed Terracotta Dog Head
$940
H 7 in W 5.5 in D 9 in
Bronze of Bengal Tiger
Located in Pasadena, CA
Japanese. The size of the sculpture allows the tiger to be displayed on a elegant masculine bookshelf or
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Bronze

Bronze of Bengal Tiger
Bronze of Bengal Tiger
$2,450
H 9 in W 16 in D 6 in
Art Deco Bird Bookends in Silver Metal and Marble, France, 1930s
Located in ROUEN, FR
. Sculptural and functional ! Perfect touch to a bookshelf or desk. Excellent vintage condition with minor
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Marble, Metal, Spelter

19th Century French putti in carved wood and gilded plaster
Located in Meulebeke, BE
lustrous gold finish adds a warm glow. Ideal for display on a mantel, bookshelf, or as a centerpiece, this
Category

Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Antique Victorian Revolving Bookcase / Occasional Table
Located in London, GB
. In the centre there is a four section revolving bookshelf with pierced gallery edges. The base is
Category

1860s British High Victorian Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

Napoleon III Armoire
Located in Los Angeles, CA
treasures. Perfect for use as a wardrobe, a bookshelf, or a curiosity cabinet. A rare find, this piece is a
Category

1850s French Napoleon III Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Ebony

Napoleon III Armoire
Napoleon III Armoire
$3,800
H 94 in W 62 in D 26 in
Early Venetian Hand Painted Neo-Classical Style Bookcase Faux Marble Top
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an early 20th century hand painted Venetian bookshelf. The piece has elements of neo
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

Italian Grand Tour Model of a Roman Oil Lamp
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
intricately handcarved scallop pattern bowl. An interesting ornament for a bookshelf, side table or desk! One
Category

Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Marble

Italian Grand Tour Model of a Roman Oil Lamp
Italian Grand Tour Model of a Roman Oil Lamp
$3,392
H 7.49 in W 5.32 in D 3.75 in
19th Century French Hand-Painted Barbotine Vases Signed P. Perret, Set of Three
By Pierre Perret
Located in Dallas, TX
a side table, mantle or bookshelf. Signed on the underfoot of each piece "Pierre Perret Vallauris
Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

19th Century French Hand-Painted Barbotine Vases Signed P. Perret, Set of Three
19th Century French Hand-Painted Barbotine Vases Signed P. Perret, Set of Three
$1,760 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 8 in W 13.5 in D 10.5 in
Japanese Antique Cupboard Storage shelves Wabi-Sabi Japandi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
of the piece. It can be used in a variety of ways, such as as a cupboard or a bookshelf. It is
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Wood

Patinated Bronze Statue Of ‘A Horse Calling’, By Isidore-Jules Bonheur
By Isidore Jules Bonheur
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
animals for placement on a desk or bookshelf, whereas the present statue is of ‘trophy size’, measuring
Category

19th Century French Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Bronze

Pair Art Deco of brass amphora-shaped vases
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
stylish bookshelf, mantelpiece, or dining table. Please note that they have some dents and may not be
Category

1920s German Art Deco Antique Bookshelfs

Materials

Brass

Pair Art Deco of brass amphora-shaped vases
Pair Art Deco of brass amphora-shaped vases
$2,200
H 14.18 in W 5.91 in D 4.73 in
  • 1
  • ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Antique Bookshelfs", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Antique Bookshelfs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique bookshelfs for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct antique bookshelfs — often made from wood, metal and mahogany — can elevate any home. Antique bookshelfs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique bookshelfs are generally popular furniture pieces, but Victorian, Arts and Crafts and Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Antique bookshelfs have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Donald Judd, Miguel Milà and Gio Ponti are consistently popular.

How Much are Antique Bookshelfs?

Prices for antique bookshelfs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique bookshelfs begin at $230 and can go as high as $150,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,400.