Bookcases
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Cherry
20th Century British Chinoiserie Bookcases
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Steel
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech
Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Bookcases
Wire
2010s North American Modern Bookcases
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-20th Century French Country Bookcases
Metal
1880s British Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Bookcases
Pine, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
1990s Modern Bookcases
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s French Directoire Bookcases
Cherry, Oak
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
2010s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Wood, Cherry, Oak
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Stained Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal, Nickel
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
Early 20th Century English Biedermeier Bookcases
Birdseye Maple, Wood
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1870s English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Bookcases
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Maple
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Faux Leather, Beech, Teak
2010s Italian Industrial Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Bookcases
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
2010s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Wood, Cherry, Oak
1870s English Anglo-Japanese Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Satinwood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
20th Century American Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
Mid-19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Ebony, Oak, Walnut
1970s American French Provincial Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Vintage and Antique Bookcases for Sale: Shop Art Deco Bookcases, Globe Wernicke Bookcases and Barrister Bookcases on 1stDibs
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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