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Turned Leg Bookcase

Decrorative Wooden Bookcase with X-Back Support and Turned Legs
Decrorative Wooden Bookcase with X-Back Support and Turned Legs

Decrorative Wooden Bookcase with X-Back Support and Turned Legs

Located in Seattle, WA

The piece offers four fixed shelves, providing generous storage and display space for books, décor, or collectibles.The gently curved side panels soften the silhouette, while the tur...

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Vintage 1970s Bookcases

Materials

Wood

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English Victorian Turned Leg Three Shelf Small Wooden Etagere / Display Shelf
English Victorian Turned Leg Three Shelf Small Wooden Etagere / Display Shelf

English Victorian Turned Leg Three Shelf Small Wooden Etagere / Display Shelf

Located in Queens, NY

English Victorian (19th century) three-tier etagere / display shelf with three wooden rectangular shelves with low wooden galleries around three sides, supported at each corner by tu...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Antique Flame Mahogany Open Bookcase
Antique Flame Mahogany Open Bookcase

Antique Flame Mahogany Open Bookcase

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H 74.5 in W 28.5 in D 16 in

Antique Flame Mahogany Open Bookcase

Located in London, GB

The top cornice has pronounced curved corners with a carved spiral moulding going down the sides to pronounced bottom corners on turned legs. This bookcase has adjustable shelves sit...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Large Late 19th Century Walnut Dwarf Breakfront Bookcase
Large Late 19th Century Walnut Dwarf Breakfront Bookcase

Large Late 19th Century Walnut Dwarf Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

All raised up on turned legs. (The bookcase will separate into three sections for easy transportation).

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases

Liberty & Co an Arts & Crafts Oak Revolving Bookcase Table on Square Turned Legs
Liberty & Co an Arts & Crafts Oak Revolving Bookcase Table on Square Turned Legs

Liberty & Co an Arts & Crafts Oak Revolving Bookcase Table on Square Turned Legs

By Liberty & Co.

Located in London, GB

A rare Arts & Crafts oak revolving bookcase table on square and turned legs, united by a lower shelf.

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Turn of the Century French Bookcase in Mahogany
Turn of the Century French Bookcase in Mahogany

Turn of the Century French Bookcase in Mahogany

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H 67.72 in W 38.19 in D 16.15 in

Turn of the Century French Bookcase in Mahogany

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn4213 An antique French bookcase in mahogany, having concave cornice above finely inlaid frieze and a pair of glazed doors enclosing height adjustable shelves, fitted with original ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

French 19th Century Mahogany Bookcase
French 19th Century Mahogany Bookcase

French 19th Century Mahogany Bookcase

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H 89.38 in W 55.52 in D 20.48 in

French 19th Century Mahogany Bookcase

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn4269 fantastic 19th century brass inlaid bookcase in mahogany, having moulded cornice above a pair of bevelled edge glazed doors fitted with original working lock and a key and enc...

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Antique 1880s French Directoire Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Victorian Period Mahogany Glazed Bookcase
Victorian Period Mahogany Glazed Bookcase

Victorian Period Mahogany Glazed Bookcase

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H 67.33 in W 44.89 in D 16.15 in

Victorian Period Mahogany Glazed Bookcase

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn4095 French mahogany bookcase, having cavetto cornice above a pair of glazed and panelled doors enclosing four height adjustable shelves, all flanked by ormolu decoration and stand...

Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

George IV Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
George IV Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase

George IV Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase

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H 64.18 in W 47.25 in D 13 in

George IV Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn4591 Rare Georgian waterfall bookcase in mahogany, having 4 tiers with beaded edge, 2 base drawers and turned and ringed legs.

Category

Antique 1830s English George IV Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Edwardian Open Bookcase in Chippendale Style
Edwardian Open Bookcase in Chippendale Style

Edwardian Open Bookcase in Chippendale Style

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H 48.04 in W 45.28 in D 14.57 in

Edwardian Open Bookcase in Chippendale Style

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn4695, fine quality Edwardian open bookcase in mahogany, having moulded top with dentil moulding and fretwork frieze above 3 height adjustable shelves flanked by double columns with...

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Chinese Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Rosewood Open Bookcase Shelf 299-MD5(A)
Rosewood Open Bookcase Shelf 299-MD5(A)

Rosewood Open Bookcase Shelf 299-MD5(A)

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H 71 in W 41 in D 12 in

Rosewood Open Bookcase Shelf 299-MD5(A)

Located in Vancouver, BC

Gorgeous rosewood open bookcase or bookshelf. Shelves are adjustable and bookcase sits on four turned legs.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

A Low Georgian Solid Mahogany Open Bookcase
A Low Georgian Solid Mahogany Open Bookcase

A Low Georgian Solid Mahogany Open Bookcase

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H 32.677 in W 37.008 in D 11.024 in

A Low Georgian Solid Mahogany Open Bookcase

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5495 A George III solid mahogany open bookcase of unusually narrow proportions, having figured mahogany top with reeded edge and two height adjustable shelves above two figured mah...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Turn of The Century French Bookcase / Vitrine
Turn of The Century French Bookcase / Vitrine

Turn of The Century French Bookcase / Vitrine

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H 57.09 in W 26.38 in D 13.78 in

Turn of The Century French Bookcase / Vitrine

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5020 elegant turn of the century mahogany bookcase or china cabinet, having original veined marble top with original brass gallery to the edge above panelled and brass moulded frie...

Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Vitrines

Materials

Mahogany

ENGLISH LIBRAIRY 3 STEP / BOOKCASE LEATHER TOP
ENGLISH LIBRAIRY 3 STEP / BOOKCASE LEATHER TOP

ENGLISH LIBRAIRY 3 STEP / BOOKCASE LEATHER TOP

Located in Los Angeles, CA

English 3 step / bookcase, turn legs mahogany with leather on top steps

Category

Early 20th Century English Stairs

Materials

Wood, Leather

19th Century French Mahogany Bookcase
19th Century French Mahogany Bookcase

19th Century French Mahogany Bookcase

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H 92.13 in W 42.52 in D 20.48 in

19th Century French Mahogany Bookcase

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn4807 fantastic 19th century brass inlaid bookcase in mahogany, having brass inlaid cornice flanked by brass finials above beveled edge glazed doors fitted with original working loc...

Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Open Bookcase in Mahogany
19th Century Open Bookcase in Mahogany

19th Century Open Bookcase in Mahogany

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H 59.06 in W 48.82 in D 12.6 in

19th Century Open Bookcase in Mahogany

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn4189 A 19th century, French mahogany bookcase with panelled sides, having figured top with moulded edge and 3 height adjustable shelves above base drawer, all flanked by rounded co...

Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

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Turned Leg Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the turned leg bookcase you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A turned leg bookcase — often made from wood, hardwood and mahogany — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a turned leg bookcase, we have 52 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect turned leg bookcase — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A turned leg bookcase is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Regency and mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made turned leg bookcase has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Grand Rapids Furniture Co., Baker Furniture Company and Charles Hindley & Sons are consistently popular.

How Much is a Turned Leg Bookcase?

The average selling price for a turned leg bookcase at 1stDibs is $3,675, while they’re typically $750 on the low end and $45,000 for the highest priced.

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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