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Fine 19th Century George IV Period Secretaire Library Breakfront Bookcase
Fine 19th Century George IV Period Secretaire Library Breakfront Bookcase

Fine 19th Century George IV Period Secretaire Library Breakfront Bookcase

Sold|$24,957

Fine 19th Century George IV Period Secretaire Library Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

ready for your home! I'm Anthony from Anthony Short Antiques, we’re friendly and enthusiastic people

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Antique Early 19th Century British George IV Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century Mahogany and Marquetry Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts
Late 19th Century Mahogany and Marquetry Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts

Late 19th Century Mahogany and Marquetry Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts

Sold|$12,201

Late 19th Century Mahogany and Marquetry Bookcase by Edwards & Roberts

By Edward & Roberts

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Short Antiques, we’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and

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Antique 19th Century British Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Kingwood, Mahogany, Rosewood, Satinwood

Impressive Pair of 19th Century Ebonised Cabinets or Bookcases
Impressive Pair of 19th Century Ebonised Cabinets or Bookcases

Impressive Pair of 19th Century Ebonised Cabinets or Bookcases

Sold|$30,503 / set

Impressive Pair of 19th Century Ebonised Cabinets or Bookcases

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

for your home! I'm Anthony from Anthony Short Antiques, we’re friendly and enthusiastic people who

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets

Materials

Blown Glass, Mahogany

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Two-Door Library Bookcase
18th Century George III Period Mahogany Two-Door Library Bookcase

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Two-Door Library Bookcase

Sold|$10,814

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Two-Door Library Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Very Fine Late 18th-Century George III Mahogany Two-Door Library Bookcase A superb quality, elegant late 18th-century George III period solid mahogany two-door library bookcase. T...

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Antique 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Tall Antique Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase
Tall Antique Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase

Tall Antique Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase

Sold|$5,407

Tall Antique Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A tall solid oak antique Globe Wernicke 8 section bookcases. Moulded cornice top above 6 glazed sections with original glass doors, original mechanism and original brass knob handles...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Large Set of 3 Antique Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases
Large Set of 3 Antique Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

Large Set of 3 Antique Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

Sold|$13,726 / set

Large Set of 3 Antique Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A large set of 3 solid oak antique Globe Wernicke 7 section bookcases. Moulded cornice top above 5 glazed sections with original glass doors, original mechanism and original brass kn...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

A Stunning Pair of Antique Double Waterfall Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases
A Stunning Pair of Antique Double Waterfall Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

A Stunning Pair of Antique Double Waterfall Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

Sold|$12,409 / set

A Stunning Pair of Antique Double Waterfall Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A stunning pair of solid oak antique double waterfall Globe Wernicke six-section bookcases. The moulded cornice top is above four glazed sections with original glass doors, original ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Oak

19th Century Walnut Revolving Bookcase by Maple & Co London Paris
19th Century Walnut Revolving Bookcase by Maple & Co London Paris

19th Century Walnut Revolving Bookcase by Maple & Co London Paris

Sold|$5,407

19th Century Walnut Revolving Bookcase by Maple & Co London Paris

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

An attractive 19th century mahogany revolving bookcase by Maple & Co. London Paris with slatted sides, brass gallery top, moulded edge, above two-tiered bookshelf with quarter sectio...

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Antique 19th Century British Late Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Mahogany & Marquetry Revolving Bookcase
19th Century Mahogany & Marquetry Revolving Bookcase

19th Century Mahogany & Marquetry Revolving Bookcase

Sold|$5,407

19th Century Mahogany & Marquetry Revolving Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

An attractive 19th century mahogany revolving bookcase with slatted sides, marquetry inlaid top with a chequered cross banded moulded edge, above two-tiered bookshelf with quarter se...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Revolving Bookcase
19th Century Mahogany Revolving Bookcase

19th Century Mahogany Revolving Bookcase

Sold|$5,407

19th Century Mahogany Revolving Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

An attractive 19th century mahogany revolving bookcase with slatted sides, marquetry and crossbanded inlaid top, moulded edge, above two-tiered bookshelf with quarter sections divide...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase
18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase

Sold|$17,747

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A fine late 18th century, George III period four door breakfront mahogany library bookcase. Moulded cornice above four astragal glazed doors enclosing adjustable shelves. The lower s...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Ebony, Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Period Mahogany 3-Door Breakfront Bookcase
19th Century Victorian Period Mahogany 3-Door Breakfront Bookcase

19th Century Victorian Period Mahogany 3-Door Breakfront Bookcase

Sold|$4,991

19th Century Victorian Period Mahogany 3-Door Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Quality 19th-Century Victorian Figured Mahogany Breakfront 3-Door Library Bookcase A fine quality 19th century Victorian period figured mahogany breakfront three door library book...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Country House Pine Display Bookcase
19th Century Country House Pine Display Bookcase

19th Century Country House Pine Display Bookcase

Sold|$1,996

19th Century Country House Pine Display Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A late 19th century Gothic revival country house stained pine two door glazed bookcase or display cabinet. Moulded cornice above a pair of large stunning astragal glazed doors which ...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Pine

18th Century George III Secretaire Library Bookcase by Gillows of Lancaster
18th Century George III Secretaire Library Bookcase by Gillows of Lancaster

18th Century George III Secretaire Library Bookcase by Gillows of Lancaster

Sold|$94,282

18th Century George III Secretaire Library Bookcase by Gillows of Lancaster

By Gillows of Lancaster & London

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A magnificent late 18th century, George III period six door breakfront library bookcase. Constructed in the finest quality figured mahogany, having a moulded cornice above six astrag...

Category

Antique 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Wood

19th Century William IV Period Open Low Bookcase
19th Century William IV Period Open Low Bookcase

19th Century William IV Period Open Low Bookcase

Sold|$3,604

19th Century William IV Period Open Low Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A small fine 19th century William IV period solid mahogany open low library bookcase. The rectangular well figured mahogany moulded rounded top surmounted by an ornate fretted brass ...

Category

Antique 19th Century British William IV Bookcases

Materials

Wood

19th Century Slate Topped Oak Low Breakfront Bookcase
19th Century Slate Topped Oak Low Breakfront Bookcase

19th Century Slate Topped Oak Low Breakfront Bookcase

Sold|$10,814

19th Century Slate Topped Oak Low Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A large mid 19th century, early Victorian period solid oak breakfront library bookcase. Moulded slate breakfront top above four glazed doors. Each section has two adjustable shelves,...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Slate

19th Century Victorian Period Walnut Open Bookcase
19th Century Victorian Period Walnut Open Bookcase

19th Century Victorian Period Walnut Open Bookcase

Sold|$6,100

19th Century Victorian Period Walnut Open Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A very fine 19th century Victorian period walnut open bookcase, the rectangular well figured moulded top, above three adjustable shelves interior, flanked by scrolling capitals. All ...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Large 19th Century Mahogany Open Breakfront Library Bookcase
Large 19th Century Mahogany Open Breakfront Library Bookcase

Large 19th Century Mahogany Open Breakfront Library Bookcase

Sold|$10,814

Large 19th Century Mahogany Open Breakfront Library Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Large 19th century, early Victorian period solid mahogany breakfront open library bookcase. Each section has two adjustable shelves, providing substantial display space for books, fl...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British William IV Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Sold|$12,201

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A stunning quality late 18th century, George III period mahogany secretaire bookcase retaining the original patina. Well proportioned mahogany bookcase with moulded cornice above a p...

Category

Antique 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Painted 4 Door Secretaire Breakfront Library Bookcase
Early 20th Century Painted 4 Door Secretaire Breakfront Library Bookcase

Early 20th Century Painted 4 Door Secretaire Breakfront Library Bookcase

Sold|$12,339

Early 20th Century Painted 4 Door Secretaire Breakfront Library Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Decorative Early 20th-Century Painted Mahogany 4-Door Secretaire Breakfront Library Bookcase Introducing a stunning early 20th-century painted mahogany 4-door secretaire breakfront ...

Category

Early 20th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Tall 19th Century Walnut Revolving Bookcase
Tall 19th Century Walnut Revolving Bookcase

Tall 19th Century Walnut Revolving Bookcase

Sold|$5,407

Tall 19th Century Walnut Revolving Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

Superb Quality Tall 19th-Century Walnut Three-Tier Revolving Bookcase An attractive 19th-century walnut revolving bookcase with slatted sides, square walnut top with a moulded edge,...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Late 19th Century Satinwood Low Open Bookcases
Pair of Late 19th Century Satinwood Low Open Bookcases

Pair of Late 19th Century Satinwood Low Open Bookcases

Sold|$6,655 / set

Pair of Late 19th Century Satinwood Low Open Bookcases

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A beautiful pair of late 19th century low open bookcases in satinwood and ebony. Each bookcase is raised upon a plinth base and features 2 adjustable shelves flanked by plain upright...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Satinwood

Fine 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Fine 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Fine 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Sold|$10,814

Fine 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A stunning late 18th-century George III period mahogany secretaire bookcase, showcasing exceptional quality and retaining its original patina. This well-proportioned piece features a...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Library Bookcase
18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Library Bookcase

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Library Bookcase

Sold|$17,747

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Secretaire Library Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A stunning 18th-century George III period mahogany secretaire bookcase. This well-proportioned mahogany bookcase features a glazed 2-door cabinet over a base with 14 oak-lined drawer...

Category

Antique 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Brass

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Country House Cupboard Bookcase
18th Century George III Period Mahogany Country House Cupboard Bookcase

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Country House Cupboard Bookcase

Sold|$7,903

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Country House Cupboard Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

This handsome late 18th-century George III mahogany country house estates bookcase is a stunning example of Georgian craftsmanship and design. Its elegant proportions and rich, warm ...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Bureau Bookcase
18th Century George III Period Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

Sold|$7,625

18th Century George III Period Mahogany Bureau Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A stunning quality 18th century, George III period mahogany bureau bookcase retaining the original patina. Well proportioned mahogany bookcase with moulded cornice above a pair of as...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Brass

19th Century Painted Mahogany Library Bookcase
19th Century Painted Mahogany Library Bookcase

19th Century Painted Mahogany Library Bookcase

Sold|$12,201

19th Century Painted Mahogany Library Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A fine quality early 19th century painted glazed bookcase or cabinet with beautiful features. It has a moulded cornice above two astragal glazed doors. The painted interior has three...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Paint

Stunning George III Period 18th Century Mahogany Library Secretaire Bookcase
Stunning George III Period 18th Century Mahogany Library Secretaire Bookcase

Stunning George III Period 18th Century Mahogany Library Secretaire Bookcase

Sold|$9,150

Stunning George III Period 18th Century Mahogany Library Secretaire Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A late 18th century quality Georgian period mahogany secretaire bookcase retaining the original patina. Moulded pediment cornice above a pair of astragal glazing enclosing three adju...

Category

Antique 18th Century British George III Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Regency Period 4-door Breakfront Library Bookcase
Early 19th Century Regency Period 4-door Breakfront Library Bookcase

Early 19th Century Regency Period 4-door Breakfront Library Bookcase

Sold|$15,944

Early 19th Century Regency Period 4-door Breakfront Library Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A fine early 19th-century, Regency period four-door breakfront mahogany library bookcase. It features a moulded cornice above four astragal glazed doors enclosing adjustable shelves....

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Golden Oak Arts and Crafts Open Library Bookcases
Pair of Golden Oak Arts and Crafts Open Library Bookcases

Pair of Golden Oak Arts and Crafts Open Library Bookcases

Sold|$7,903 / set

Pair of Golden Oak Arts and Crafts Open Library Bookcases

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A high-quality pair of golden oak Arts & Crafts library bookcases. The moulded cornice sits above an open bookcase with ten fixed, moulded, detailed, and shaped shelves. The lower se...

Category

Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Early 19th Century Painted Country House Bookcase
Early 19th Century Painted Country House Bookcase

Early 19th Century Painted Country House Bookcase

Sold|$6,655

Early 19th Century Painted Country House Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A charming late 18th century, early 19th century painted Georgian country house bookcase. A moulded cornice above a pair of four bar glazed doors enclosing a central division with th...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century European George III Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Solid Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases
Pair of Antique Solid Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

Pair of Antique Solid Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

Sold|$14,142 / set

Pair of Antique Solid Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A stunning pair of solid oak antique Globe Wernicke eight-section bookcases. The moulded cornice top is above six glazed sections with original glass doors, original mechanism, and o...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Copper

Pair of Antique Solid Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases
Pair of Antique Solid Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

Pair of Antique Solid Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

Sold|$11,646 / set

Pair of Antique Solid Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcases

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A stunning quality pair of solid oak antique Globe Wernicke six-section bookcases. The moulded cornice top is above four bevelled glazed door sections with original bevelled glass do...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Copper

Mahogan Breakfront Secrétaire Bookcase
Mahogan Breakfront Secrétaire Bookcase

Mahogan Breakfront Secrétaire Bookcase

Sold|$4,991

Mahogan Breakfront Secrétaire Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

-veneered interior of short drawers and pigeonholes around a central small cupboard door above three

Category

Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Victorian Bookcases

Pair of Edwardian mahogany waterfall bookcases
Pair of Edwardian mahogany waterfall bookcases

Pair of Edwardian mahogany waterfall bookcases

Sold|$2,010

Pair of Edwardian mahogany waterfall bookcases

Located in Cheshire, GB

short drawers with brass drop handles raised up on shaped feet

Category

Early 20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

19th century Swedish Display Cabinet
19th century Swedish Display Cabinet

19th century Swedish Display Cabinet

Sold|$8,800

19th century Swedish Display Cabinet

Located in Charleston, SC

glazed panels raised on short tapered carved feet. Stockholm, Sweden ca. 1880

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Bookcases

Materials

Bronze

George III Period Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
George III Period Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase

George III Period Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase

Sold|$4,714

George III Period Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase

Located in London, GB

shaped sides, supported on short turns legs ending on original castors.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Sheraton Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Chrome Milo Baughman Style Etagere
Chrome Milo Baughman Style Etagere

Chrome Milo Baughman Style Etagere

Sold|$1,850

Chrome Milo Baughman Style Etagere

By Milo Baughman

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Midcentury sleek chrome etagere, attributed to Baughman, 3 large shelves on lower part, 3 shorter

Category

Vintage 1970s American Bookcases

Materials

Chrome

19th Century William IV Miniature Waterfall Mahogany Bookcase
19th Century William IV Miniature Waterfall Mahogany Bookcase

19th Century William IV Miniature Waterfall Mahogany Bookcase

Sold|$7,789

19th Century William IV Miniature Waterfall Mahogany Bookcase

Located in Dublin 8, IE

over double doors on two short drawers on square tapered legs ending in spade feet

Category

Antique 1830s Irish William IV Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Biedermeier Bookcase Cabinet of Tiger Maple
Biedermeier Bookcase Cabinet of Tiger Maple

Biedermeier Bookcase Cabinet of Tiger Maple

Sold|$9,600

Biedermeier Bookcase Cabinet of Tiger Maple

Located in Dallas, TX

chest with two short drawers over three long drawers with ivory key surrounds.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Bookcases

Materials

Ivory, Maple

Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style China Cabinet Display Case
Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style China Cabinet Display Case

Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style China Cabinet Display Case

Sold|$4,850

Antique Mahogany Chippendale Style China Cabinet Display Case

Located in West Hartford, CT

. The finest mahogany and glass. Two piece construction. Nothing short of gorgeous.   

Category

Early 20th Century English Chippendale Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Mario Buatta Black Chinoiserie Waterfall Bookcase
Mario Buatta Black Chinoiserie Waterfall Bookcase

Mario Buatta Black Chinoiserie Waterfall Bookcase

Sold|$4,800

Mario Buatta Black Chinoiserie Waterfall Bookcase

By Mario Buatta

Located in New York, NY

gilt faux bamboo detailing; the four shelves over two short drawers with chinoiserie decoration.

Category

Late 20th Century American Regency Shelves

Materials

Wood

Country French Louis XV Style Bibliotheque
Country French Louis XV Style Bibliotheque

Country French Louis XV Style Bibliotheque

Sold|$4,175

Country French Louis XV Style Bibliotheque

Located in Birmingham, AL

three-quarter glass doors. Carved apron resting on short cabriole legs. The interior has four removable

Category

Antique 1870s French Louis XV Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Two Door Burr Walnut Bookcase
Victorian Two Door Burr Walnut Bookcase

Victorian Two Door Burr Walnut Bookcase

Sold|$7,972

Victorian Two Door Burr Walnut Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

adjustable shelves, the protruding base having two short draws above two panelled doors raised up on plinth

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Walnut Bureau Bookcase
Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Sold|$10,537

Walnut Bureau Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

opening to reveal a fully fitted interior, with pigeon short drawers and central cupboard. with candle

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Richard Forwood RH 'Geometric' Bookcase
Richard Forwood RH 'Geometric' Bookcase

Richard Forwood RH 'Geometric' Bookcase

Sold|$550

Richard Forwood RH 'Geometric' Bookcase

By Restoration Hardware

Located in Astoria, NY

American oak, with two moveable shelves above three short drawers. Dimensions: 84" H x 20" W x 15.5" D

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

French Louis XV Secretaire Bookcase, 1760
French Louis XV Secretaire Bookcase, 1760

French Louis XV Secretaire Bookcase, 1760

Sold|$8,750

French Louis XV Secretaire Bookcase, 1760

Located in Doylestown, PA

biblioteque with glazed doors, over a slant-front desk with fitted interior, a lower 2-door cabinet on short

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Early 19th Century George III Miniature Waterfall Bookcase
Early 19th Century George III Miniature Waterfall Bookcase

Early 19th Century George III Miniature Waterfall Bookcase

Sold|$3,595

Early 19th Century George III Miniature Waterfall Bookcase

Located in Dublin 8, IE

bookcase with heart shaped fret cut carrying handles over three graduated shelves raised on two short

Category

Antique Early 1800s Irish George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Late 19th Century Bird's-Eye Maple Display Bookcase
Late 19th Century Bird's-Eye Maple Display Bookcase

Late 19th Century Bird's-Eye Maple Display Bookcase

Sold|$13,587

Late 19th Century Bird's-Eye Maple Display Bookcase

Located in London, GB

mahogany paneled cupboard doors below, supported on short bracket feet.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Mahogany, Kingwood

Colonial Revival Glazed Bookcase, circa 1900s
Colonial Revival Glazed Bookcase, circa 1900s

Colonial Revival Glazed Bookcase, circa 1900s

Sold|$2,350

Colonial Revival Glazed Bookcase, circa 1900s

Located in Astoria, NY

doors opening to reveal moveable shelves above three short drawers on cabriole pad feet. Dimensions

Category

Antique 19th Century American Colonial Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Circa 1880 Petite Open Front Bibliotheque, French
Circa 1880 Petite Open Front Bibliotheque, French

Circa 1880 Petite Open Front Bibliotheque, French

Sold|$1,650

Circa 1880 Petite Open Front Bibliotheque, French

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

style. Adjustable shelves. Mahogany. Fluted uprights over short vasi-form ring turned legs. 24 1/2" w

Category

Antique 1880s Louis XVI Bookcases

Materials

Marble, Brass

18th Century English Georgian Bookcase on Chest
18th Century English Georgian Bookcase on Chest

18th Century English Georgian Bookcase on Chest

Sold|$5,400

18th Century English Georgian Bookcase on Chest

Located in Richmond, VA

glazed doors enclosing four open shelves on a rectangular case with two short and four long drawers, the

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Mid 19th Century Double Glazed Door Bibliotheque, French
Mid 19th Century Double Glazed Door Bibliotheque, French

Mid 19th Century Double Glazed Door Bibliotheque, French

Sold|$2,400

Mid 19th Century Double Glazed Door Bibliotheque, French

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

top. Ebony line inlaid doors. Plinth molded base raised on short, recessed, simple feet. 41 1/8" w

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Blue Lacquer Chippendale Style Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase
Blue Lacquer Chippendale Style Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Blue Lacquer Chippendale Style Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Sold|$8,500

Blue Lacquer Chippendale Style Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase

Located in New York, NY

shelves and ivory silk moire back; over a secretaire drawer and two short over two long drawers flanked by

Category

Early 20th Century Chippendale Bookcases

Walnut and Oyster Veneered Breakfront Four-Door Bookcase, England, 1920
Walnut and Oyster Veneered Breakfront Four-Door Bookcase, England, 1920

Walnut and Oyster Veneered Breakfront Four-Door Bookcase, England, 1920

Sold|$12,998

Walnut and Oyster Veneered Breakfront Four-Door Bookcase, England, 1920

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

proportions. The glazed four doors above three draws, two short and one longer to the centre all veneered in

Category

Vintage 1920s English Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

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Short Bookcases For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of short bookcases for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and walnut, all short bookcases available were constructed with great care. There are 210 antique and vintage short bookcases for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 8 modern editions to choose from as well. Short bookcases have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of short bookcases to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Georgian, Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern short bookcases are of considerable interest. Large short bookcases can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller short bookcases available at 1stDibs — each spanning 10 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Cappellini, Nendo and Jan Van Der Togt each produced beautiful short bookcases that are worth considering.

How Much are Short Bookcases?

Prices for short bookcases can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, short bookcases begin at $385 and can go as high as $969,714, while the average can fetch as much as $5,119.

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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