Bookcases
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Wood
1890s British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Bookcases
Glass, Wood
19th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Early 18th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1960s American Louis XV Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1920s Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
19th Century Swedish Antique Bookcases
Pine
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Steel
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Marble
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Satinwood
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1910s Vintage Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary English Bookcases
Yew, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak, Glass
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Hardwood, Rosewood
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Wood
20th Century English Other Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s Danish Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Cherry
20th Century Italian Bookcases
Iron
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Beech
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Bookcases
Metal
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Oak
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1920s English Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome, Steel
Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Bookcases
Rattan
1890s Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
1990s English Country Bookcases
Wood, Pine
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Wood
1860s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1920s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Birch
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases
Wood
20th Century British Regency Bookcases
Brass
1980s Sheraton Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases
Wood
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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