Bookcases
1860s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1810s William IV Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1950s French Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1990s French Modern Bookcases
Laminate
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Maple
20th Century European Bookcases
Yew
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s French Bauhaus Vintage Bookcases
Plywood
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
1870s American American Craftsman Antique Bookcases
Walnut
18th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Bookcases
Wood
1960s French Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
19th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Wood, Mahogany
1970s European Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s French Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
1930s Vintage Bookcases
Satinwood
1970s Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Steel
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1990s Modern Bookcases
Lacquer
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s French Other Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
19th Century Scottish Rustic Antique Bookcases
Pine
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1980s European Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Bookcases
Spruce
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1830s Antique Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech, Oak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1950s French Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1930s American Mission Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Brass
1880s Sheraton Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Pine
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood
1880s British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
Early 20th Century French Bookcases
Wood, Glass
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
17th Century Belgian Baroque Antique Bookcases
Wood
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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