Bookcases
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Bronze
Late 20th Century Philippine Bookcases
Rattan, Glass
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
19th Century English William IV Antique Bookcases
Oak, Pine
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Teak
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Maple
Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Cane, Glass, Ash
Late 19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Bookcases
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s Italian Other Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 1900s British Other Antique Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Oak
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Hardwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Mahogany
1920s Belgian Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
1860s English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Maple
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Oak
18th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Bookcases
Wood
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Pine
20th Century English Country Bookcases
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Ash, Beech, Plywood
1880s English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Bookcases
Elm
20th Century British Bookcases
Oak
Late 20th Century Philippine Bookcases
Reed, Glass
19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
20th Century Victorian Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Oak
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Hardwood
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 1900s French Antique Bookcases
Hardwood
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Wood
Late 19th Century British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Oak
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
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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