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Victorian Large Solid Oak Country Open Bookcase . c1880
Victorian Large Solid Oak Country Open Bookcase . c1880

Victorian Large Solid Oak Country Open Bookcase . c1880

Located in High Peak, GB

ST052 Victorian large solid oak country open bookcase having oversailing top fitted with upstand and moulded edge decoration to the under side of the top, with four shelves that are ...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Oak & Rattan Sideboard Bookcase by Alf Svensson, 1960s
Oak & Rattan Sideboard Bookcase by Alf Svensson, 1960s

Oak & Rattan Sideboard Bookcase by Alf Svensson, 1960s

By Alf Svensson, Bjästa Möbelfabrik

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Bookcase in oak with adjustable shelves. Editor and designer mark on the back of each element.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Cane, Oak

Petite Globe & Wernicke Bookcase in Fantastic Tiger Oak
Petite Globe & Wernicke Bookcase in Fantastic Tiger Oak

Petite Globe & Wernicke Bookcase in Fantastic Tiger Oak

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

We offer this stunning antique Globe-Wernicke 3-stack barrister bookcase in triggered oak and metal band supports, the bookcase recently restored, circa 1900.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases
Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases

Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases

Located in Cheshire, GB

Pair of oak Globe Wernicke bookcases, the moulded top above six sections all having glazed doors.

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Early 20th Century French Oak Bibliotheque Bookcase, 1900s
Early 20th Century French Oak Bibliotheque Bookcase, 1900s

Early 20th Century French Oak Bibliotheque Bookcase, 1900s

Located in LEGNY, FR

Beautiful 20th century French oak Bibliotheque bookcase in two parts, from the 1900s.

Category

Early 20th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Large Oak Art Nouveau Library Open Bookcase, 1900s
Large Oak Art Nouveau Library Open Bookcase, 1900s

Large Oak Art Nouveau Library Open Bookcase, 1900s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Wonderful and rare extra large library open bookcase. Rare because of its size, 315 cm or 124.02 in wide!

Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases
Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases

Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Cheshire, GB

Pair of oak globe Wernicke six-section bookcases, the moulded top above six graduated sections all having glazed doors, raised up on plinth base.

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Oak Globe Wernicke Stacking Bookcase 5 Large Elements
Oak Globe Wernicke Stacking Bookcase 5 Large Elements

Oak Globe Wernicke Stacking Bookcase 5 Large Elements

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Beautiful stacking bookcase in oak from the early 20th century Beautiful English furniture that can serve as a library or showcase that has very interesting dimensions.

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases
Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases

Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases

Located in Cheshire, GB

Pair of oak globe Wernicke triple waterfall six-section bookcases, the moulded top above six graduated sections all having glazed doors, raised up on plinth base.

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Pair of Bleached Oak Architectural Bookcases
Pair of Bleached Oak Architectural Bookcases

Pair of Bleached Oak Architectural Bookcases

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Stunning pair of bleached oak architectural bookcases c.1890.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Bookcases

Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases
Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases

Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases

Located in Cheshire, GB

Pair of oak globe Wernicke six-section bookcases, the moulded top above six graduated sections all having glazed doors, raised up on plinth base fitted with a drawer.

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Large Impressive Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase
Large Impressive Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase

Large Impressive Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful large oak globe Wernicke bookcase in perfect condition.

Category

Antique 1890s English Bookcases

Pair of oak Globe Wernicke six section bookcases
Pair of oak Globe Wernicke six section bookcases

Pair of oak Globe Wernicke six section bookcases

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Cheshire, GB

Pair of oak Globe Wernicke sectional bookcases, having six tiers with bevelled glazed doors, between fluted pilasters and having panelled sides, raised on a plinth base with single l...

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases
Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases

Pair of Oak Globe Wernicke Six Section Bookcases

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Cheshire, GB

Pair of oak Globe Wernicke sectional bookcase, having six tiers with beveled glazed doors, between fluted pilasters and having paneled sides, raised on a plinth base with single long...

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Italian Bookcase Modular in Oak Cantù Execution, 1960s
Italian Bookcase Modular in Oak Cantù Execution, 1960s

Italian Bookcase Modular in Oak Cantù Execution, 1960s

By Cantu

Located in Milano, IT

Modular bookcase in oak execution Cantù, 1960s. Large Italian modular bookcase from the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Arts and crafts oak open bookcase
Arts and crafts oak open bookcase

Arts and crafts oak open bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Arts and crafts oak open bookcase, the raised carved gallery back to the large rectangular top with moulded edge.

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Bookcases

English 19th Century Large Oak Painted Glazed Bookcase
English 19th Century Large Oak Painted Glazed Bookcase

English 19th Century Large Oak Painted Glazed Bookcase

Located in Staffordshire, GB

English 19th century large oak painted glazed bookcase, circa 1870. Adjustable shelves with solid brass adjusters, door locks with locking key and original brass catches.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Bookcases

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Oak Renaissance Style Low Bookcase
19th Century French Oak Renaissance Style Low Bookcase

19th Century French Oak Renaissance Style Low Bookcase

Located in Birmingham, AL

Intricately carved 19th century Renaissance style low bookcase rendered from select oak by skilled artisans from the Brittany region.

Category

Antique 1850s French Louis XIII Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Large Oak Art Deco Amsterdam School Bookcase, 1920s
Large Oak Art Deco Amsterdam School Bookcase, 1920s

Large Oak Art Deco Amsterdam School Bookcase, 1920s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdam School large bookcase. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak with original glass in the doors.

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Four Section Oak Barristers Bookcase by ‘Globe Wernicke’
Four Section Oak Barristers Bookcase by ‘Globe Wernicke’

Four Section Oak Barristers Bookcase by ‘Globe Wernicke’

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Four section quarter-sawn oak barristers’ bookcase by Globe Wernicke. Unusually-narrow width at 25.5?.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Canadian Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Large 18th C. Oak Armoire Bookcase
Large 18th C. Oak Armoire Bookcase

Large 18th C. Oak Armoire Bookcase

Located in Dallas, TX

18th Century Louis XV oak Armoire bookcase from the Normandy region of France.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Bookcases

Oak Art Deco Amsterdam School Open Bookcase, 1920s
Oak Art Deco Amsterdam School Open Bookcase, 1920s

Oak Art Deco Amsterdam School Open Bookcase, 1920s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdam School open bookcase. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak with original solid ebony Macassar lining.

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Macassar, Oak

Oak Globe Wernicke Four-Section Bookcase
Oak Globe Wernicke Four-Section Bookcase

Oak Globe Wernicke Four-Section Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Oak four-section bookcase, the moulded top above four section fitted with glazed doors.

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Antique Oak English Globe Wernicke Bookcase
Antique Oak English Globe Wernicke Bookcase

Antique Oak English Globe Wernicke Bookcase

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Antique oak Globe Wernicke bookcase in perfect condition.

Category

Antique 1890s English Bookcases

Oak Globe Wernicke Five-Section Bookcase
Oak Globe Wernicke Five-Section Bookcase

Oak Globe Wernicke Five-Section Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Oak five-section bookcase, the moulded top above five graduated section fitted with glazed doors.

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Oak Globe Wernicke Seven Section Bookcase
Oak Globe Wernicke Seven Section Bookcase

Oak Globe Wernicke Seven Section Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Oak seven section bookcase, the moulded top above seven graduated section fitted with glazed doors.

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Oak Five Sectional Bookcases by Minty
Oak Five Sectional Bookcases by Minty

Oak Five Sectional Bookcases by Minty

Located in Cheshire, GB

Oak five sectional bookcases by Minty Library specialist’s oxford, with a moulded top above four sections fitted with two glazed doors and brass knobs, the base section fitted with a...

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Monumental Antique Architectural Oak Enclosed Bookcase, 19th Century
Monumental Antique Architectural Oak Enclosed Bookcase, 19th Century

Monumental Antique Architectural Oak Enclosed Bookcase, 19th Century

By R.J. Horner & Co.

Located in Big Flats, NY

Monumental American antique architectural quarter sawn oak library or office bookcase features double glass doors opening to shelved interior above single long drawer, bronze pulls, ...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Bronze

Barrister Bookcase in Oak Finish Lawyer Cabinet Library
Barrister Bookcase in Oak Finish Lawyer Cabinet Library

Barrister Bookcase in Oak Finish Lawyer Cabinet Library

Located in West Hartford, CT

Tall barrister bookcase with glass doors that pull up and can be pushed inside like a true Lawyers/Barrister bookcase. Does not come apart in sections like some of the older ones do...

Category

Late 20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Amsterdam School Bookcase in Oak, The Netherlands 1930s
Amsterdam School Bookcase in Oak, The Netherlands 1930s

Amsterdam School Bookcase in Oak, The Netherlands 1930s

Located in Hellouw, NL

Nice Amsterdam school bookcase in oak from The Netherlands 1930s. This bookcase has four glass doors; two large doors on each side and two small doors in the middle.

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Antique Light Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase
Antique Light Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase

Antique Light Oak Globe Wernicke Bookcase

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Antique light oak globe Wernicke bookcase in perfect condition.

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Bookcases

Oak Globe Wernicke Five Section Bookcase
Oak Globe Wernicke Five Section Bookcase

Oak Globe Wernicke Five Section Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Oak five section bookcase, the moulded top above five graduated section fitted with glazed doors.

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Oak Globe Wernicke Seven-Section Bookcase
Oak Globe Wernicke Seven-Section Bookcase

Oak Globe Wernicke Seven-Section Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Oak Globe Wernicke seven-section bookcases, the molded top above seven graduated section all having beveled glazed doors, on a plinth base with single long draw.

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases

Oak Globe Wernicke Three Section Bookcase
Oak Globe Wernicke Three Section Bookcase

Oak Globe Wernicke Three Section Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Oak globe Wernicke three section bookcase, the moulded top above three graduated section all having glazed doors, raised on a plinth base with single long draw.

Category

Early 20th Century Great Britain (UK) Bookcases

Antique Italian Bookcase in Painted Oak
Antique Italian Bookcase in Painted Oak

Antique Italian Bookcase in Painted Oak

Located in Round Top, TX

Antique Italian Bookcase in Painted Oak. This beautiful bookcase has a great scale and beautiful paneled detail.

Category

Antique 19th Century Bookcases

Reformed Gothic Oak Open Breakfront Bookcase
Reformed Gothic Oak Open Breakfront Bookcase

Reformed Gothic Oak Open Breakfront Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Reformed Gothic oak open breakfront bookcase, the large rectangular top above three bays of adjustable shelves divided by carved columns pilasters.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Bookcases

Pair of Oak Sectional Waterfall Bookcases
Pair of Oak Sectional Waterfall Bookcases

Pair of Oak Sectional Waterfall Bookcases

Located in Cheshire, GB

Pair of oak five sectional bookcases the shaped cornice above four graduated tiers and lift up glazed doors above a panelled door section raised up on shaped plinths Dimensions ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Bookcases

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Single Door Bookcase C1920
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Single Door Bookcase C1920

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Single Door Bookcase C1920

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Inquire About Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Reliable Professional Service & Fully Insured*** Arts & Crafts Oak Single Door Bookcase with Adjustable Shelving, C1920 Measures ...

Category

Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Pair of Oak Four-Sectional Bookcase
Pair of Oak Four-Sectional Bookcase

Pair of Oak Four-Sectional Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Pair of oak four-sectional bookcases, each with moulded top above four graduated sections with two glazed doors to each section fitted with brass knobs, all raised up on plinth base....

Category

Early 20th Century British Bookcases

Pair of Oak Four Sectional Bookcases
Pair of Oak Four Sectional Bookcases

Pair of Oak Four Sectional Bookcases

Located in Cheshire, GB

Pair of oak four sectional bookcases, each with moulded top above four graduated sections with two glazed doors to each section fitted with brass knobs, all raised up on plinth base....

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases

Antique French Rustic Oak Carved Bookcase
Antique French Rustic Oak Carved Bookcase

Antique French Rustic Oak Carved Bookcase

Located in Houston, TX

Antique French Rustic oak carved Bookcase with 2 glass doors. This cabinet can store and display copious amounts of books, keepsakes, and family heirlooms!

Category

20th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Oak Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School Bookcase, 1920s
Oak Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School Bookcase, 1920s

Oak Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School Bookcase, 1920s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School bookcase. Oak with ebony Macassar lining and original wooden shelves.

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Macassar, Oak

Solid Oak Cabinet and Bookcases by Mogens Koch
Solid Oak Cabinet and Bookcases by Mogens Koch

Solid Oak Cabinet and Bookcases by Mogens Koch

Located in London, GB

Beautifully made classic modular sections of the Mogens Koch designed units. Made by Rud Rasmussen these are from the early years where little brass holes were added to the sides to ...

Category

20th Century Danish Bookcases

Materials

Oak

20th Century French Bookcase Cabinet Made of Oak
20th Century French Bookcase Cabinet Made of Oak

20th Century French Bookcase Cabinet Made of Oak

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

Large, high-quality French bookcase or cupboard from the 20th century, made of solid oak.

Category

20th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Large Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Three-Door Bookcase
Large Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Three-Door Bookcase

Large Renaissance Revival Carved Oak Three-Door Bookcase

Located in Cheshire, GB

Large Renaissance Revival carved oak three-door bookcase, the deep cornice above a chip-carved and gadrooned frieze above three large glazed doors enclosing adjustable shelved interi...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Renaissance Revival Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Arts and Crafts Solid Oak Open Bookcase c1900
Arts and Crafts Solid Oak Open Bookcase c1900

Arts and Crafts Solid Oak Open Bookcase c1900

Located in High Peak, GB

K0633 Stylish Arts and Crafts open bookcase in solid oak, having shaped and moulded upstand to the back (can be removed for transportation), solid oak oversailing top, shallow frieze...

Category

Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Henredon Mid-Century Modern Oak and Cane Bookcase
Henredon Mid-Century Modern Oak and Cane Bookcase

Henredon Mid-Century Modern Oak and Cane Bookcase

By Henredon

Located in South Bend, IN

A stylish Mid-Century Modern bookcase hutch. By Henredon, "Artefacts" Collection.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Cane, Oak

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Double Door Bookcase, C1910
Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Double Door Bookcase, C1910

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Double Door Bookcase, C1910

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Arts and Crafts bookcase offers oak construction with shaped crest over case having double glass doors opening to shelved interior, raised on stylized bracket feet, c1910 ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Stickley Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Bookcase Cabinet
Stickley Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Bookcase Cabinet

Stickley Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Bookcase Cabinet

By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Mission oak Arts & Crafts bookcase cabinet By Stickley USA, 1990s Solid quarter sawn oak, with mullioned glass front doors, and hammered copper hardware.

Category

1990s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Copper

Stickley Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Bookcase Cabinet
Stickley Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Bookcase Cabinet

Stickley Mission Oak Arts and Crafts Bookcase Cabinet

By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful Mission oak Arts & Crafts bookcase cabinet By L. & J.G.

Category

1990s American Arts and Crafts 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

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

A stunning pair of solid oak antique Globe Wernicke eight-section bookcases.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Copper

Antique Bleached Oak Display Cabinet Bookcase from France
Antique Bleached Oak Display Cabinet Bookcase from France

Antique Bleached Oak Display Cabinet Bookcase from France

Located in Round Top, TX

The traditional scrolled and arched crown is captivating in this French bookcase. The oak has been bleached, giving it a fresh look for today's modern home while bringing in the char...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Oak

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

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.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Copper

Large Oak Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Bookcase, 1900s
Large Oak Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Bookcase, 1900s

Large Oak Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Bookcase, 1900s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and rare Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau bookcase. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid oak with original inlay and original beveled glass.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Globe Wernicke Oak Stacking Barrister Bookcase 7 Sections
Globe Wernicke Oak Stacking Barrister Bookcase 7 Sections

Globe Wernicke Oak Stacking Barrister Bookcase 7 Sections

By Globe Wernicke

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous 7 piece stacking oak barrister bookcase. Five sections for storage with a top and bottom.

Category

Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Antique Oak Four-Stack Barrister Bookcase, circa 1920s
Antique Oak Four-Stack Barrister Bookcase, circa 1920s

Antique Oak Four-Stack Barrister Bookcase, circa 1920s

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique Arts & Crafts quartersawn oak four-stack barrister bookcase Attributed to Gunn Furniture Co.

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique Tiger Oak Leaded Glass Bookcase, circa 1900
Antique Tiger Oak Leaded Glass Bookcase, circa 1900

Antique Tiger Oak Leaded Glass Bookcase, circa 1900

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous antique bookcase USA, circa 1900 Tiger oak case, with leaded glass doors and brass hardware.

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Brass

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Used Oak Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic used oak bookcase available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, oak and glass, every used oak bookcase was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the used oak bookcase you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right used oak bookcase, those designed in Arts and Crafts, Victorian and Mid-Century Modern styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made used oak bookcase over the years, but those crafted by Globe Wernicke, Børge Mogensen and Mogens Koch are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Used Oak Bookcase?

A used oak bookcase can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,433, while the lowest priced sells for $227 and the highest can go for as much as $400,000.

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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