Bookcases
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak, Glass
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
19th Century Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1950s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak, Poplar, Walnut, Burl
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
Late 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Bookcases
Wire
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1870s Swiss Antique Bookcases
Concrete
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Marble, Bronze
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Late 19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Brass
1880s French Antique Bookcases
Walnut
20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Marble, Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
19th Century Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Other
1830s Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
1980s American Chinoiserie Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak, Glass
Late 19th Century American American Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
2010s North American Organic Modern Bookcases
Bronze
1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Brass
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century Sheraton Bookcases
Satinwood, Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Bronze
Mid-20th Century French Bookcases
Wood
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Hardwood
Early 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Brass
1990s Unknown Other Bookcases
Bamboo
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Early 19th Century French Directoire Antique Bookcases
Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Bookcases
Brass
2010s North American Organic Modern Bookcases
Bronze
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
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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