Bookcases
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bookcases
Steel
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Macassar, Oak
1910s American Vintage Bookcases
Oak
19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass
2010s Italian Minimalist Bookcases
Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Bookcases
Glass, Walnut, Mirror, Sycamore
Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
20th Century French Art Deco Bookcases
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Early 19th Century British George III Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany, Paint
Early 20th Century Late Victorian Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood, Plastic
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Mirror
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Concrete
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Blown Glass, Satinwood
Mid-20th Century American Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Marble
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Bookcases
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Classical Roman Bookcases
Concrete
20th Century Italian Bookcases
Iron
2010s Brazilian Bookcases
Walnut
1880s French Country Antique Bookcases
Brass
1890s French Country Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
18th Century English Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
2010s American Directoire Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Paint
Late 19th Century European Antique Bookcases
Marble
2010s Turkish Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1780s German Adam Style Antique Bookcases
Brass
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
1960s Dutch Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s American Directoire Bookcases
Brass
1890s French Country Antique Bookcases
Oak
2010s American Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
2010s American Industrial Bookcases
Bronze, Steel
Early 1900s French Country Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
20th Century Art Deco Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Cement
1990s Bookcases
Metal
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Leather, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
1970s European Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
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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