Bookcases
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 2000s North American Mission Bookcases
Cherry
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Cement
Early 19th Century Regency Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Teak
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Fir
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s English Bookcases
Animal Skin
Late 20th Century Organic Modern Bookcases
Rattan, Glass
Mid-20th Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
1980s Edwardian Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s Sheraton Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Regency Bookcases
Brass
1980s Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1890s Polish Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Palisander
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Wood
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Classical Bookcases
Walnut
1980s Victorian Vintage Bookcases
Mirror, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1990s Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Mirror, Wood, Walnut
19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
2010s Minimalist Bookcases
Oak
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Early 20th Century American American Empire Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
Late 19th Century American Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Teak
1830s British Regency Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Cane, Wicker
1980s Vintage Bookcases
Oak
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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