Bookcases
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome, Steel
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
1990s English Country Bookcases
Wood, Pine
19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Bookcases
Mahogany, Walnut
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
1850s Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases
Wood
20th Century British Regency Bookcases
Brass
1890s Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
Late 20th Century American Adirondack Bookcases
Hickory
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Other
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Bookcases
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Bookcases
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Teak
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
1870s French Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Steel
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Bookcases
Oak, Porcelain
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Natural Fiber, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Cherry
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases
Wood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome, Steel
20th Century English Art Deco Bookcases
Hardwood
19th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
19th Century Spanish Other Antique Bookcases
Wood
1980s Pacific Islands Organic Modern Vintage Bookcases
Palmwood
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Steel
Vintage, New and Antique Bookcases
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 objects, 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 antique 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. Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, a bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover. 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.
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