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English Boat Form Etagere Black Lacquer Fish Decoupage Collection Bookshelf
English Boat Form Etagere Black Lacquer Fish Decoupage Collection Bookshelf

English Boat Form Etagere Black Lacquer Fish Decoupage Collection Bookshelf

Located in Shreveport, LA

English Boat Form Etagere Black Lacquer Fish Decoupage Collection Bookshelf. Direct from England, a striking boat-form etagere (bookcase) featuring gilt fish decoupage on a deep bla...

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1950s British Neoclassical Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Pair Early 20th C. Graduated Bamboo Etageres Shelves
Pair Early 20th C. Graduated Bamboo Etageres Shelves

Pair Early 20th C. Graduated Bamboo Etageres Shelves

Located in Germantown, MD

A Pair Early 20th Century Graduated Bamboo Etageres Shelves with hardwood shelves. Very sturdy. Measures Larger is 18.5" in width x 10.5" in depth at the base x 40.5" in height. Sm...

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo, Hardwood

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Mahogany
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Mahogany

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Mahogany

By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase, mahogany, Denmark, design 1928 Modular sideboard or book case by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is constructed from eleme...

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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'E22' Wall Unit or Bookcase in Wood and Metal
Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'E22' Wall Unit or Bookcase in Wood and Metal

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno 'E22' Wall Unit or Bookcase in Wood and Metal

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, bookcase or wall unit, model 'E22', lacquered steel, lacquered aluminum, wood, glass, Italy, design 1957. This sleek, wall-mounted shelving unit, crafted ...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Mahogany Set of Spiral Library Steps 20th Century
Vintage Mahogany Set of Spiral Library Steps 20th Century

Vintage Mahogany Set of Spiral Library Steps 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful set of Vintage English spiral library steps, circa 1980 in date. They are of nice proportions having four steps, each with the original inset gold tooled black l...

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Late 20th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique Quartersawn Oak Side by Side Secretary Desk Bookcase Curio Cabinet
Antique Quartersawn Oak Side by Side Secretary Desk Bookcase Curio Cabinet

Antique Quartersawn Oak Side by Side Secretary Desk Bookcase Curio Cabinet

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Victorian side by side / secretary desk / bookcase / display case. Made of quartersawn oak featuring Art Nouveau styling with curio cabinet next to a drop front secretary ove...

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Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mirror, Oak

Morning Glory Light Blue with Floral Branch Design Bookcase
Morning Glory Light Blue with Floral Branch Design Bookcase

Morning Glory Light Blue with Floral Branch Design Bookcase

By Porte Italia

Located in Milan, IT

The Morning Glory bookcase features a softly distressed Parma blue frame with intricate hand-painted floral vines and butterflies on a chalky white backdrop. Open shelves offer space...

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2010s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Cobre
Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Cobre

Estantería Ondeen · Edición Limitada Cobre

Located in Barcelona, ES

La Estantería Ondeen, en su edición limitada en acabado cobre, lleva el diseño estructural a una nueva dimensión. Su estructura de acero de alta calidad y sus ligeros estantes de a...

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2010s Spanish Modern Bookcases

Materials

Stainless Steel

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

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique Globe Wernicke American Walnut Barrister Bookcase. Catalog no 811, Finish 4098. Features a glass front over straight leg base. Marked along inside. Dimensions: 34.5" x 11...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Victorian Renaissance Carved Oak Bookcase, Circa 1880s
Victorian Renaissance Carved Oak Bookcase, Circa 1880s

Victorian Renaissance Carved Oak Bookcase, Circa 1880s

Located in Germantown, MD

A late victorian Arts and crafts style Carved Oak Bookcase. Adjustable Height shelves. Measuring 36" in width, 13.5" in depth and 48".

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Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Primitive Oak 6 Shelf Library Bookcase Bookshelf Office Console 58"
Primitive Oak 6 Shelf Library Bookcase Bookshelf Office Console 58"

Primitive Oak 6 Shelf Library Bookcase Bookshelf Office Console 58"

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage oak library book shelf featuring primitive styling with six tiers. Dimensions: 26" x 10" x 58" h, shelves 9", bottom shelf 12"

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20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

French Mid-Century Modern Bookcase or Shelf Unit in Solid Ash
French Mid-Century Modern Bookcase or Shelf Unit in Solid Ash

French Mid-Century Modern Bookcase or Shelf Unit in Solid Ash

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Bookcase / wall shelving unit / room divider, solid ash, France, 1960s This mid-century modern French bookcase, dating from the 1960s, balances functionality with structural minima...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Ash

André Sornay Rare Bookcase with Sliding-Doors
André Sornay Rare Bookcase with Sliding-Doors

André Sornay Rare Bookcase with Sliding-Doors

By Andre Sornay

Located in Waalwijk, NL

André Sornay, library bookcase, mahogany, lacquered wood, France, 1950s/1960s This rare bookcase is exemplary of his later work and showcases his innovative use of the patented tige...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Mahogany

Giuseppe Rivadossi Bookcase in Oak
Giuseppe Rivadossi Bookcase in Oak

Giuseppe Rivadossi Bookcase in Oak

By Giuseppe Rivadossi

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Giuseppe Rivadossi, bookcase, oak, glass, Italy, 1975. An exceptional library by the Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi, featuring a high level of craftsmanship in woo...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

André Sornay Rare Geometric Bookcase with Sliding-Doors in Ash
André Sornay Rare Geometric Bookcase with Sliding-Doors in Ash

André Sornay Rare Geometric Bookcase with Sliding-Doors in Ash

Located in Waalwijk, NL

André Sornay, library bookcase, ash, mahogany, lacquered wood, France, 1950s/1960s This rare bookcase is exemplary of his later work and showcases his innovative use of the patented...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Ash, Mahogany

Expertly Restored - Kipp Stewart & Stewart M. "Declaration" Bookcase for Drexel
Expertly Restored - Kipp Stewart & Stewart M. "Declaration" Bookcase for Drexel

Expertly Restored - Kipp Stewart & Stewart M. "Declaration" Bookcase for Drexel

By Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall, Drexel

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 precis...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Antique English Mahogany Revolving Bookcase by Maple & Co 19th Century
Antique English Mahogany Revolving Bookcase by Maple & Co 19th Century

Antique English Mahogany Revolving Bookcase by Maple & Co 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This an elegant antique mahogany revolving bookcase by the renowned Victorian retailer and manufacturer Maple & Co, circa 1890 in date. It is made of solid mahogany with slats t...

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1890s English Victorian Antique Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Macey Furniture 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase with Ball Feet c.1920
Antique Macey Furniture 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase with Ball Feet c.1920

Antique Macey Furniture 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase with Ball Feet c.1920

By Macey Co.

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT An antique modular lawyer's bookcase made of solid Oak with brass knobs, graduated glass doors that open and slide in from the top, sculpted base and ball feet. Original maker...

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Early 20th Century Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique Art Deco Carved Walnut Bookcase or Display Cabinet, Circa 1920s
Antique Art Deco Carved Walnut Bookcase or Display Cabinet, Circa 1920s

Antique Art Deco Carved Walnut Bookcase or Display Cabinet, Circa 1920s

By Gilbert Rohde

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Art Deco bookcase or display cabinet In the manner of Gilbert Rohde USA, Circa 1920s Walnut, with beautiful book-matched burled walnut top, and mullioned glass ...

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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut, Burl

Herter Brothers Style Antique Victorian Mahogany Bookcase, Circa 1880s
Herter Brothers Style Antique Victorian Mahogany Bookcase, Circa 1880s

Herter Brothers Style Antique Victorian Mahogany Bookcase, Circa 1880s

By Herter Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Eastlake Victorian bookcase cabinet In the manner of Herter Brothers USA, Circa 1880s Carved mahogany, with glass front doors, and original brass hardware. Mea...

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1880s American Victorian Antique Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Country Farmhouse Pine Chicken Wire Bookcase Curio Cabinet 33"
Vintage French Country Farmhouse Pine Chicken Wire Bookcase Curio Cabinet 33"

Vintage French Country Farmhouse Pine Chicken Wire Bookcase Curio Cabinet 33"

Located in Dayton, OH

A quaint farmhouse cabinet. Made from pine with two lattice front doors opening to an interior with one shelf. Features a pierced brass gallery along the top and bracket style feet...

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Mid-20th Century American Country Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Monumental 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase
Monumental 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase

Monumental 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1890 Monumental 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase (Smaller version available sku 2167A) sku 2167B Together W492 x D37 x H263 cm Base W492 x D37 x H125 cm Base internal shelf de...

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19th Century Antique Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs 'Välipala' Grand Library
Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs 'Välipala' Grand Library

Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs 'Välipala' Grand Library

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs for Huonekalu Mikko Nupponen, 'Välipala' bookcase, teak, lacquered wood , Finland, 1950s. Designed by the Finnish designer Carl Gustaf Hiort, this wall un...

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Teak

Pierre Chapo 'GO' Bookcase in Solid Elm
Pierre Chapo 'GO' Bookcase in Solid Elm

Pierre Chapo 'GO' Bookcase in Solid Elm

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pierre Chapo, bookcase, model 'GO', solid elm, France, 1983 This cabinet is realized according to Chapo's fundamental principles: material, form, and function. A sophisticated compo...

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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Elm

Early Pierre Chapo 'B17C' Bibliothèque in Solid Elm 283 cm / 111.42 in.
Early Pierre Chapo 'B17C' Bibliothèque in Solid Elm 283 cm / 111.42 in.

Early Pierre Chapo 'B17C' Bibliothèque in Solid Elm 283 cm / 111.42 in.

By Pierre Chapo

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Pierre Chapo, 'Bibliothèque' wall unit bookshelf, largest version, model 'B17C', solid elm, France, design circa 1967 This wall unit, known as model ‘B17’, is an early edition desig...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Elm

Country French Bleached Oak Bookcase Bibliotheque Cabinet 8 Ft
Country French Bleached Oak Bookcase Bibliotheque Cabinet 8 Ft

Country French Bleached Oak Bookcase Bibliotheque Cabinet 8 Ft

Located in Rio Vista, CA

A monumental 19th century French Country-provincial style two-piece oak bibliotheque bookcase featuring a beautifully weathered bleached finish. The grand bookcase measures over 8 fe...

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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Vintage Set of Spiral Mahogany Library Steps 20th Century
Vintage Set of Spiral Mahogany Library Steps 20th Century

Vintage Set of Spiral Mahogany Library Steps 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful set of Vintage English spiral library steps, circa 1980 in date. They are of nice proportions having four steps, each with the original inset gold tooled claret ...

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Late 20th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

LB7 Library by Franco Albini for Poggi Pavia
LB7 Library by Franco Albini for Poggi Pavia

LB7 Library by Franco Albini for Poggi Pavia

By Poggi, Franco Albini

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Iconic bookcase LB7 designed by Franco Albini in 1955 and manufactured by Poggi Pavia. It can be used also as a room divider and it comes in two columns, with replaceable shelves and...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Galerie L'Orme Modular Wall Unit in Solid Elm
Galerie L'Orme Modular Wall Unit in Solid Elm

Galerie L'Orme Modular Wall Unit in Solid Elm

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Galerie l'Orme, modular wall unit or room divider, solid elm, France, 1970s. Modular wall unit or room divider manufactured by Galerie l'Orme in Paris. Executed in solid elm, this ...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Elm

Italian Large Bookcase with 18 Drawers circa 1990s
Italian Large Bookcase with 18 Drawers circa 1990s

Italian Large Bookcase with 18 Drawers circa 1990s

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We present this unique vintage bookcase from the 1990s in solid walnut. Its design is rustic and simple, devoid of ornamentation, yet highly functional, with ample storage space. It...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

English Painted & Ebonized Large Bookcase
English Painted & Ebonized Large Bookcase

English Painted & Ebonized Large Bookcase

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This English bookcase from the late 19th century (or early 1900s) makes a dramatic statement for any interior by its scale alone, and the ebonized finish on the exterior gives it the...

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19th Century English Other Antique Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Antique Georgian Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900
Antique Georgian Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900

Antique Georgian Carved Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1900

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Georgian or Chippendale style breakfront bookcase cabinet In the manner of Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1900 Carved mahogany, with mullioned glass front doors. I...

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Early 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

1960s, Teak Bookcase By Carl Axel Acking for Bodafors, Sweden
1960s, Teak Bookcase By Carl Axel Acking for Bodafors, Sweden

1960s, Teak Bookcase By Carl Axel Acking for Bodafors, Sweden

By Bodafors, Carl-Axel Acking

Located in Silvolde, Gelderland

Teak Bookcase with Drawers by Carl Axel Acking for Bodafors (Sweden, 1950s–60s) A beautifully proportioned teak bookcase designed by renowned Swedish architect and designer Carl Axel...

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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Large Globe Wernicke London "Waterfall" Bookcases In Mahogany, Circa 1900
Large Globe Wernicke London "Waterfall" Bookcases In Mahogany, Circa 1900

Large Globe Wernicke London "Waterfall" Bookcases In Mahogany, Circa 1900

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Den Haag, NL

Large Globe Wernicke London "waterfall" Bookcases In Mahogany, Circa 1900 Elegant Globe Wernicke London oak bookcase from the late 19th/early 20th century - England This charming bo...

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Early 1900s British Aesthetic Movement Antique Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Aldo Van Den Nieuwelaar for Pastoe "A'dammer" Standing Storage Cabinet, 1978
Aldo Van Den Nieuwelaar for Pastoe "A'dammer" Standing Storage Cabinet, 1978

Aldo Van Den Nieuwelaar for Pastoe "A'dammer" Standing Storage Cabinet, 1978

By Aldo van den Nieuwelaar, Pastoe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Aldo Van Den Nieuwelaar for Pastoe "A'dammer" standing cabinet with hidden desk and vertically rolling tambour door. Constructed with gray MDF & plastic tambour. Award winning an...

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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Plastic, Formica, Wood

Mid-Century Italian Grand Wall Unit in Walnut with Blue Accents
Mid-Century Italian Grand Wall Unit in Walnut with Blue Accents

Mid-Century Italian Grand Wall Unit in Walnut with Blue Accents

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Large wall unit or library, walnut, fabric, glass, Italy, 1950s A striking and monumental wall unit crafted in Italy during the 1950s. Executed in beautifully walnut wood, this impr...

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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Walnut

French Late 19th Century Oak Corner Bookcase
French Late 19th Century Oak Corner Bookcase

French Late 19th Century Oak Corner Bookcase

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A breathtaking late 19th century Louis XV-style corner bookcase from France once part of a grand library, all hand-crafted in oak offering both open shelving and closed storage. The ...

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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine
Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine

Mogens Koch for Rud Radmussen Modular Bookcase in Pine

By Rud Rasmussen, Mogens Koch

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Mogens Koch for Rud Rasmussen, modular bookcase, pine, glass, Denmark, design 1928 Modular sideboard or book case by Danish designer Mogens Koch. This piece is constructed from el...

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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Pine

Late 19th Century Bamboo Bookcase with Rattan Top & Shelves, English, ca. 1880
Late 19th Century Bamboo Bookcase with Rattan Top & Shelves, English, ca. 1880

Late 19th Century Bamboo Bookcase with Rattan Top & Shelves, English, ca. 1880

Located in Banner Elk, NC

Late 19th Century Bamboo Bookcase with Rattan Top & Shelves, English, ca. 1880. The art of using bamboo in furniture making originated in China, dating as far back as the early 1600'...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Bookcase in Teak and Walnut
Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Bookcase in Teak and Walnut

Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Bookcase in Teak and Walnut

IImari Tapiovaara for Esposizione Permanente Mobili Cantù, bookcase, teak, walnut veneer, Italy, 1957 This impressive bookcase, crafted in teak and walnut, was submitted to the Sele...

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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Teak, Walnut

Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Triple Bookcase
Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Triple Bookcase

Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Triple Bookcase

By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional Mission or Arts & Crafts style triple bookcase By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, 2010 Solid quarter sawn oak, with mullioned glass front doors and hammered copper hardware...

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2010s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Copper

Danish Modern Large Rosewood Bookcase, 1970s.
Danish Modern Large Rosewood Bookcase, 1970s.

Danish Modern Large Rosewood Bookcase, 1970s.

By Ib Kofod-Larsen, Svend Ellekær

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Modern large rosewood bookcase, 1960s. Large and impressive Scandinavian Modern 2 bay bookcase in stunning bookmatched Rosewood/Palisander veneer. This two part Danish librar...

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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut Wall Units by Stanley
Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut Wall Units by Stanley

Pair of Mid Century Modern Walnut Wall Units by Stanley

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A fantastic pair of modular wall units by Stanley featuring walnut veneer cabinets and drawer fronts supported by silver metal frames with adjustable shelves and cabinets. Each combi...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Expertly Restored - Vintage Mid-Century Walnut & Glass Bookcase
Expertly Restored - Vintage Mid-Century Walnut & Glass Bookcase

Expertly Restored - Vintage Mid-Century Walnut & Glass Bookcase

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 precis...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Walnut

Early 20th Century Large English Mahogany Bookcase with Glass Doors
Early 20th Century Large English Mahogany Bookcase with Glass Doors

Early 20th Century Large English Mahogany Bookcase with Glass Doors

Located in Round Top, TX

Early 20th century English bookcase crafted in mahogany. The crown is decorated with a carved Greek key meander pattern, adding a strong classical architectural detail. The upper sec...

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Early 20th Century English Gothic Bookcases

Materials

Alpaca, Glass, Mahogany

Industrial Four-Tier Steel Shelving Units
Industrial Four-Tier Steel Shelving Units

Industrial Four-Tier Steel Shelving Units

$440Sale Price / item|20% Off

Industrial Four-Tier Steel Shelving Units

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT Price is per shelf. May sell individually. Built tough and styled right. These four-tier industrial steel shelving units bring that raw, no-nonsense warehouse vibe to any roo...

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Late 20th Century Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Steel

Casey Lurie Studio Modern "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut & Brass with Cabinet
Casey Lurie Studio Modern "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut & Brass with Cabinet

Casey Lurie Studio Modern "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut & Brass with Cabinet

By Casey Lurie

Located in Chicago, IL

“Shelving can be the most mundane thing you own, or it can be the beautiful bones of a room as pleasing to see as anything it displays. Casey Lurie’s Primo system would be the latter...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel

Monumental English 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase
Monumental English 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase

Monumental English 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1890 Monumental English 19thC Oak Glazed Library Bookcase sku 2167A (Larger version available sku 2167B) Together W428 x D37 x H263.5 cm Base W428 x D37 x H125.5 cm Base intern...

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19th Century Antique Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Italian Postmodern Architectural Wall Unit in Lacquered Black and Blue Wood
Italian Postmodern Architectural Wall Unit in Lacquered Black and Blue Wood

Italian Postmodern Architectural Wall Unit in Lacquered Black and Blue Wood

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Bookcase or wall unit, colored wood, Italy, 1970s This striking polychrome bookcase is a quintessential example of early postmodern interior design. Constructed from colored lacquer...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Mahogany Louis XVI Style Bibliotheque
French 19th Century Mahogany Louis XVI Style Bibliotheque

French 19th Century Mahogany Louis XVI Style Bibliotheque

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A sprawling, 19th century French bibliothèque, handcrafted of mahogany with four glass-front doors to display treasured books, trophies, and other collections in an office or library...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Art Deco Walnut & Black Lacquer Skyscraper Style Bookshelf with Chrome Pulls
Art Deco Walnut & Black Lacquer Skyscraper Style Bookshelf with Chrome Pulls

Art Deco Walnut & Black Lacquer Skyscraper Style Bookshelf with Chrome Pulls

Located in New York, NY

This striking Art Deco bookshelf, crafted in America circa 1935, embodies the Skyscraper Style that was highly influential during the height of the Deco movement. It showcases a clea...

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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Mid-century inspired Floe bookcase in walnut
Mid-century inspired Floe bookcase in walnut

Mid-century inspired Floe bookcase in walnut

By James Loewen

Located in Goshen, IN

Inspired by mid-century modernism, Floe is made from solid hardwood using real joinery. With its low profile, Floe will fit nicely under a window by the wall, or against the back of...

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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Etagere
Etagere

Etagere

$5,900

Etagere

Located in Greenwich, CT

A 19th century English mahogany etagere with a light and airy elegance. The piece features ring decorated turned supports topped by finials holding three shelves, the mid one with a...

Category

Mid-19th Century English Antique Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage and Antique Bookcases for Sale: Shop Art Deco Bookcases, Globe Wernicke Bookcases and Barrister Bookcases on 1stDibs

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.