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Large stackable Globe Wernicke Bookcase in original condition
Large stackable Globe Wernicke Bookcase in original condition

Large stackable Globe Wernicke Bookcase in original condition

Located in BEEKBERGEN, NL

Impressive antique Globe Wernicke stackable bookcase. The cabinet consists of a total of 35 parts

Category

Antique Early 1900s Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Modernist Four-Door Bookcase, 1920s
Art Deco Modernist Four-Door Bookcase, 1920s

Art Deco Modernist Four-Door Bookcase, 1920s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Art Deco Modernist four-door bookcase. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Macassar, Oak

Large bookcase by Pierre Cruège – France 1950
Large bookcase by Pierre Cruège – France 1950

Large bookcase by Pierre Cruège – France 1950

By Pierre Cruège

Located in Girona, Girona

Large bookcase in solid oak and stripped and sanded oak veneer, Designed by Pierre Cruège (1913

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Circa 1900 black painted Swedish open bookcase
Circa 1900 black painted Swedish open bookcase

Circa 1900 black painted Swedish open bookcase

Located in London, GB

A good sized black painted Swedish open bookcase from the early 1900s with ten deep useful

Category

Antique Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Lou Hodges California Modern Bookcase, 1970s
Lou Hodges California Modern Bookcase, 1970s

Lou Hodges California Modern Bookcase, 1970s

By Lou Hodges

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bookcase by Lou Hodges, designed and produced in California in the 1970s through early 1980s. Lou

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

19th Century Liegeoise Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque
19th Century Liegeoise Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque

19th Century Liegeoise Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century Liegeoise Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque is a master work of the cabinetmaker's art

Category

Antique 1880s Belgian Louis XIV Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Vintage American Walnut Bookcase
Mid-Century Vintage American Walnut Bookcase

Mid-Century Vintage American Walnut Bookcase

By Kent-Coffey, John Van Koert

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Store your stuff in style with this charming genuine mid-century bookcase. This vintage American

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century French Walnut & Ebony Library Bookcase
19th Century French Walnut & Ebony Library Bookcase

19th Century French Walnut & Ebony Library Bookcase

Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB

features an original oak panelled back. Over its 150 years, this bookcase has developed a superb deep

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Ebony, Oak, Walnut

19th Century Flemish Renaissance Revival Bookcase
19th Century Flemish Renaissance Revival Bookcase

19th Century Flemish Renaissance Revival Bookcase

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century Flemish Renaissance Revival Bookcase represents the essence of the revival of

Category

Antique 1870s Belgian Renaissance Revival Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

19th Century Dutch Renaissance Open Bookcase
19th Century Dutch Renaissance Open Bookcase

19th Century Dutch Renaissance Open Bookcase

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century Dutch Renaissance Open Bookcase was designed to impress on a variety of levels! First

Category

Antique 1870s Dutch Renaissance Revival Bookcases

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Renaissance Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque
19th Century French Renaissance Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque

19th Century French Renaissance Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century French Renaissance Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque is a stunning testament to the artistic

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Solid Oak French Carved Two Piece China Cabinet Bookcase circa 1870s
Solid Oak French Carved Two Piece China Cabinet Bookcase circa 1870s

Solid Oak French Carved Two Piece China Cabinet Bookcase circa 1870s

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This antique French carved oak china cabinet and bookcase, dating to the 1870s, is a magnificent

Category

Antique 1870s European Louis XV Cupboards

Materials

Oak

Antique Victorian Open Breakfront Open Bookcase 19th Century
Antique Victorian Open Breakfront Open Bookcase 19th Century

Antique Victorian Open Breakfront Open Bookcase 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful antique Victorian oak open breakfront bookcase, Circa 1870 in date. The

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Oak

English 19th Century Bookcase Composed of Two Parts
English 19th Century Bookcase Composed of Two Parts

English 19th Century Bookcase Composed of Two Parts

Located in New York, NY

In 19th Century Neoclassical style this large, contemporary bookcase is topped with Corinthian

Category

Antique 19th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Cast Iron Bookcase or Room Divider
Cast Iron Bookcase or Room Divider

Cast Iron Bookcase or Room Divider

Located in Oakville, CT

Repurposed cast iron library book case ends with adjustable shelves. Overall dimensions are 24" x 48" x 84 1/2" high Upper shelves measure 15" x 47" Lower shelves measure 23" x 47".

Category

Early 20th Century American Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Antique Globe Wernicke 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1930
Antique Globe Wernicke 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1930

Antique Globe Wernicke 3 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1930

By Globe Wernicke

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT A Globe-Wernicke lawyer's bookcase from circa 1930 exemplifies early 20th-century office

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Modernist Open Bookcase by Jan Brunott, 1920s
Art Deco Modernist Open Bookcase by Jan Brunott, 1920s

Art Deco Modernist Open Bookcase by Jan Brunott, 1920s

By Jan Brunott

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Art Deco Modernist open bookcase.Design by Jan Brunott.Striking Dutch design

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Oak

19th Century Gillows Arts and Crafts Bookcase

19th Century Gillows Arts and Crafts Bookcase

By Charles Bevan

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th century Gillows arts and crafts oak and ebonized bookcase, circa 1890, designed by Charles

Category

Antique 1890s Irish Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Ebony, Oak

Early 19th Century English Country House Gothic Bookcase
Early 19th Century English Country House Gothic Bookcase

Early 19th Century English Country House Gothic Bookcase

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Stunning early 19th century English oak country house gothic bookcase with wonderful colour

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Oak, Glass

French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Bookcase Bibliotheque
French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Bookcase Bibliotheque

French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Bookcase Bibliotheque

Located in Pembroke, MA

French Louis XVI style mahogany bookcase (or bibliotheque) with brass trim. The door panels are

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mogens Koch Set of Four Bookcases for Rud. Rasmussen
Mogens Koch Set of Four Bookcases for Rud. Rasmussen

Mogens Koch Set of Four Bookcases for Rud. Rasmussen

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Mogens Koch four bookcases in Oregon Pine. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with paper labels

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

18th Century Lacquer and Gilt Chinoiserie Bureau Bookcase
18th Century Lacquer and Gilt Chinoiserie Bureau Bookcase

18th Century Lacquer and Gilt Chinoiserie Bureau Bookcase

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

18th Century Chinoiserie Lacquered Bureau Bookcase Item Code: S26-61 A striking 18th century

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Bookcase with Beveled Glass, 1900s
Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Bookcase with Beveled Glass, 1900s

Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Bookcase with Beveled Glass, 1900s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau bookcase. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s

Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Brass

19th Century Grand French Gothic Open Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque
19th Century Grand French Gothic Open Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque

19th Century Grand French Gothic Open Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century Grand French Gothic Open Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque will make an impressive statement in

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Bookcases

Materials

Oak

18th Century French Louis XIV Bookcase, Vitrine
18th Century French Louis XIV Bookcase, Vitrine

18th Century French Louis XIV Bookcase, Vitrine

Located in Dallas, TX

18th Century French Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque is resplendent with artfully sculpted bas

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Midcentury Bookcase By Minty Of Oxford  (Four Available)
Midcentury Bookcase By Minty Of Oxford  (Four Available)

Midcentury Bookcase By Minty Of Oxford (Four Available)

By Minty of Oxford

Located in London, GB

A smart Midcentury Bookcase by Minty of Oxford (Four available). Crafted with a focus on clean

Category

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Mogens Koch Pair of Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen
Mogens Koch Pair of Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen

Mogens Koch Pair of Bookcases for Rud, Rasmussen

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Mogens Koch two wall-mounted bookcases in black stained oak. Executed by Rud Rasmussen. Reverse

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Mogens Koch Cabinet and Bookcase for Rud. Rasmussen
Mogens Koch Cabinet and Bookcase for Rud. Rasmussen

Mogens Koch Cabinet and Bookcase for Rud. Rasmussen

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Mogens Koch cabinet and a bookcase in black stained oak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Mogens Koch Cabinet and Bookcase for Rud. Rasmussen
Mogens Koch Cabinet and Bookcase for Rud. Rasmussen

Mogens Koch Cabinet and Bookcase for Rud. Rasmussen

By Mogens Koch, Rud Rasmussen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Mogens Koch cabinet and a bookcase in stained oak. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen. Reverse with

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Lovely Antique Walnut  Revolving Bookcase
Lovely Antique Walnut  Revolving Bookcase

Lovely Antique Walnut Revolving Bookcase

Located in Crawley, GB

We delight to offer for sale this lovely antique 20th century revolving bookcase. The antique oak

Category

20th Century British Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Gothic & Wrought Iron Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque from Toulouse
Antique French Gothic & Wrought Iron Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque from Toulouse

Antique French Gothic & Wrought Iron Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque from Toulouse

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique French Gothic & Wrought Iron Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque from Toulouse is a beautifully crafted

Category

Mid-20th Century French Spanish Colonial Bookcases

Materials

Wrought Iron

Midcentury Modular Stacking Bookcase By Minty Of Oxford
Midcentury Modular Stacking Bookcase By Minty Of Oxford

Midcentury Modular Stacking Bookcase By Minty Of Oxford

By Minty of Oxford

Located in London, GB

A smart Midcentury Modular Stacking Bookcase by Minty of Oxford. This versatile piece offers

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Jacques Adnet Bookcase, 1950s France
Jacques Adnet Bookcase, 1950s France

Jacques Adnet Bookcase, 1950s France

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

oak. Very sturdy, substantial bookcase. Tremendous piece of collectible design and Jacques Adnet

Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Iron

Antique Walnut Globe-Wernicke 4 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1920
Antique Walnut Globe-Wernicke 4 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1920

Antique Walnut Globe-Wernicke 4 Stack Lawyer's Bookcase c.1920

By Globe Wernicke

Located in San Francisco, CA

ABOUT An original early 20th century modular 4 stack lawyer's bookcase. Solid walnut with oak

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Grand 19th Century  French Renaissance Revival Hunt Bookcase
Grand 19th Century  French Renaissance Revival Hunt Bookcase

Grand 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Hunt Bookcase

Located in Dallas, TX

importance. This exceptional bookcase was conceived as a sculptural architectural cabinet in oak, with the

Category

Antique 1850s French Renaissance Revival Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Pair 19th Century Flemish Bookcases with Etched Glass
Pair 19th Century Flemish Bookcases with Etched Glass

Pair 19th Century Flemish Bookcases with Etched Glass

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair 19th Century Flemish Bookcases with Etched Glass will make a perfectly symmetrical style

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Belgian Renaissance Revival Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Bow Front Bookcase Credenza
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Bow Front Bookcase Credenza

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Bow Front Bookcase Credenza

Located in Los Angeles, CA

seamlessly be incorporated with many interior decors. Enjoy! :) Materials: Walnut-Stained Oak, Original

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

19th Century Country French Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque
19th Century Country French Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque

19th Century Country French Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century Country French Louis XIV Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque will make a great addition to your

Category

Antique 1890s French Louis XIV Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Arts & Crafts Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1920s
Stickley Brothers Style Antique Arts & Crafts Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1920s

Stickley Brothers Style Antique Arts & Crafts Bookcase Cabinet, Circa 1920s

By Stickley Brothers

Located in South Bend, IN

A beautiful antique Mission or Arts & Crafts period glass front two door bookcase or display

Category

Vintage 1920s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

19th Century French Renaissance Two-Tiered Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque
19th Century French Renaissance Two-Tiered Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque

19th Century French Renaissance Two-Tiered Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque

Located in Dallas, TX

Revival bookcase was originally created for a Normandy château, where its monumental scale and richly

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Bookcase with Original Green Glass, 1900s
Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Bookcase with Original Green Glass, 1900s

Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau Bookcase with Original Green Glass, 1900s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau bookcase. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s

Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Amsterdamse School Bookcase by Hildo Krop for Gebroeders Monsieur
Art Deco Amsterdamse School Bookcase by Hildo Krop for Gebroeders Monsieur

Art Deco Amsterdamse School Bookcase by Hildo Krop for Gebroeders Monsieur

By Hildo Krop, Gebroeders Monsieur Steenwijk

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and ultra rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School bookcase. Design by Hildo Krop for

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Ebony, Oak

Walnut Louis XV Bookcase with Glass Doors, circa 1890
Walnut Louis XV Bookcase with Glass Doors, circa 1890

Walnut Louis XV Bookcase with Glass Doors, circa 1890

Located in Evergreen, CO

, the bookcase is comprised of oak. The bookcase's design features a gracefulness that is evident in its

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Louis XV Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut, Oak

Oak Desk Top Book Trough  A useful piece made in oak
Oak Desk Top Book Trough  A useful piece made in oak

Oak Desk Top Book Trough A useful piece made in oak

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Oak Desk Top Book Trough A useful piece made in oak and ideal to hold a few books on your desk or

Category

Vintage 1930s Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Oak Gdansk Library
Oak Gdansk Library

Oak Gdansk Library

Located in Kraków, Małopolska

The library is in very good condition, after renovation :) The library is decomposed into elements.

Category

Antique 1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Bookcase or Display Cabinet with Glass Sliding Doors, 1930s
Art Deco Bookcase or Display Cabinet with Glass Sliding Doors, 1930s

Art Deco Bookcase or Display Cabinet with Glass Sliding Doors, 1930s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Art Deco bookcase or display cabinet. Striking Dutch design from the 1930s

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Macassar, Oak

Oak Gdansk Cupboard
Oak Gdansk Cupboard

Oak Gdansk Cupboard

Located in Kraków, Małopolska

was made in Gdańsk Elbląg and Toruń, Oak wood was used to make it. It has glass fixed in four sides

Category

Antique 1890s Polish Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

ANTIQUE Arts & Crafts Open Bookcase by Harden - Stickley Era - W8374
ANTIQUE Arts & Crafts Open Bookcase by Harden - Stickley Era - W8374

ANTIQUE Arts & Crafts Open Bookcase by Harden - Stickley Era - W8374

By Harden Furniture 1

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

ANTIQUE Arts & Crafts "Harden" Open Bookcase - Stickley Era - W8375 This is an open bookcase from

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

French 19th Century Walnut Bookcase with Original Glass Door
French 19th Century Walnut Bookcase with Original Glass Door

French 19th Century Walnut Bookcase with Original Glass Door

Located in Buchanan, NY

A refined 19th century French walnut bookcase, retaining its original locking glass door and a

Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Bookcases

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Tabard Inn Library Revolving Bookcase, Seymour Easton (1859-1916)
Tabard Inn Library Revolving Bookcase, Seymour Easton (1859-1916)

Tabard Inn Library Revolving Bookcase, Seymour Easton (1859-1916)

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

collectable, Antique Seymour Easton 1859-1916 Tabard Inn Library Revolving bookcase stand. Carved with Thomas

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Vintage Oak Drinks Cabinet, 1940s
Vintage Oak Drinks Cabinet, 1940s

Vintage Oak Drinks Cabinet, 1940s

Located in South Shields, GB

A solid oak cabinet dating to the 1940s, with a warm tone and simple panelled doors. The upper

Category

Mid-20th Century British Jacobean Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Unusual Baker Chinoiserie Modular Chest Bookcase Shelf Mid-Century Modern
Unusual Baker Chinoiserie Modular Chest Bookcase Shelf Mid-Century Modern

Unusual Baker Chinoiserie Modular Chest Bookcase Shelf Mid-Century Modern

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Unusual Baker Chinoiserie style 2-piece modular bookcase chest. The top shelving unit sits on top

Category

Vintage 1970s American Chinoiserie Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Midcentury Modular Stacking Bookcase By Minty Of Oxford (Four Available)
Midcentury Modular Stacking Bookcase By Minty Of Oxford (Four Available)

Midcentury Modular Stacking Bookcase By Minty Of Oxford (Four Available)

By Minty of Oxford

Located in London, GB

A smart Midcentury Modular Stacking Bookcase by Minty of Oxford (FOUR AVAILABLE). This versatile

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

18th Century George II Chippendale Period Two-Door Mahogany Glazed Bookcase
18th Century George II Chippendale Period Two-Door Mahogany Glazed Bookcase

18th Century George II Chippendale Period Two-Door Mahogany Glazed Bookcase

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

18th Century George II Chippendale Period two-door mahogany Glazed bookcase, circa 1750 The

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Oak

ANTIQUE signed GUSTAV STICKLEY   Two-Door Bookcase Model 717 - W7984
ANTIQUE signed GUSTAV STICKLEY   Two-Door Bookcase Model 717 - W7984

ANTIQUE signed GUSTAV STICKLEY Two-Door Bookcase Model 717 - W7984

By Gustav Stickley

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

This is an antique Gustav Stickley Narrow 2-Door Bookcase model 717, circa 1914. The bookcase has

Category

Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

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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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