Bookcases
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Maple, Paint
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
1890s British Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Oak
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century American Victorian Bookcases
Brass
1950s American Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Ebony, Oak
Late 19th Century American Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Early 20th Century Edwardian Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Hungarian Renaissance Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century French Country Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1990s Bookcases
Glass
1930s American Neoclassical Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Copper
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Copper
1860s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s English Vintage Bookcases
Wood
20th Century British Bookcases
Walnut
1880s Sheraton Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century British Bookcases
Yew
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Lucite, Mahogany, Mirror
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1980s Indonesian Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Copper
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Oak
1980s Indonesian Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s British Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
1930s Vintage Bookcases
Maple
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Bookcases
Nutwood, Oak, Burl, Paper
20th Century French Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
1970s American Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Modern Bookcases
Metal
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century French Bookcases
Wood, Glass
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1930s Polish Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Bookcases
Mahogany, Walnut
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1930s Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Birch, Teak
1980s Victorian Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 1900s English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
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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