Bookcases
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
2010s English Bookcases
Animal Skin
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1880s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Straw, Wood
Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1980s Sheraton Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1980s Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Teak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1860s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 1800s Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s American Regency Revival Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Other Antique Bookcases
Glass, Wood
19th Century Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Late 20th Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Ash
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1980s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Zinc
1960s Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1920s Gothic Revival Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s North American Renaissance Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Industrial Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Boxwood, Walnut
1930s Vintage Bookcases
Maple
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
2010s Spanish Modern Bookcases
Hardwood, Softwood
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s British Vintage Bookcases
Metal
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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