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Bookcases For Sale
Renaissance revival carved oak two door bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Renaissance revival carved oak two-door bookcase, the deep cornice above two large glazed doors enclosing shelved interior, flanked by pilasters carved with scrolls and figural masks...
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19th Century British Antique Bookcases

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Oak

Antique Maple Three Stack Barrister Bookcase by Hale
By Hale
Located in West Chester, PA
Antique Hale Maple Barrister bookcase comprised of five total sections including a top, three glass door sections, and a base. Manufactured in Herkimer, New York USA. Two upper secti...
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Glass, Maple

1970s Mid-Century Modern Chromed Metal and Smoked Glass Italian Bookcase
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A five-shelf bookcase made in Italy in the 1970s, steel and smoked glass are in good conditions, the simplicity and essentiality of its line makes it very elegant. The Bookcase is a ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Steel

Large 19thC English Mahogany Glazed Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890 Large 19thC English Mahogany Glazed Bookcase sku 1818 Base W217 x D49 x H82 cm Top W220 x D35 x H167 cm Together W220 x D49 x H249 cm Weight 155 kg
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19th Century Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

Skønvirke Bookcase #2, Martin Nyrop, Denmark, 1905
Located in London, GB
A pine bookcase designed by architect Martin Nyrop and made by cabinetmaker Rudolph Rasmussen during the early 20th century. This bookcase, until recently, was part of the interior ...
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Early 20th Century Danish Arts and Crafts Bookcases

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Pine

Contemporary Brutalist Cabinet in Solid Oak, Brown
Located in Paris, IDF
Contemporary Brutalist Cabinet made of solid oak Dimensions: 180 x 80 x 45 cm Unique piece made to order. Customizable. Founded by D...
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Bookcases

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Oak

Swing Bookcase by Libero Rutilo
Located in Milan, IT
An extraordinary game of lines and perspectives, this bookcase designed by Libero Rutilo merges timeless architectural value with contemporary design. It...
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2010s Italian Bookcases

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Wood

19th Century Walnut Pair of Bookcases Boiserie de Bibliothèque
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A rare pair of heliocodal French Directoire library bookcases in solid walnut. This type of bookcases is also known as 'boiseries de Bibliothèque' a...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases

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Walnut

Monumental English Pine Glazed Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880 Monumental English Pine Glazed Bookcase Cabinet sku 1769 Base W243 x D37 x H91 cm. Top W246 x D37 x H151 cm. Together W246 x D37 x H242 cm. Weight 167 kg
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19th Century Antique Bookcases

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Pine

Carved Oak Open Bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
A beautifully crafted late 19th-century oak open bookcase, richly detailed with deep hand-carved decoration. The frieze is adorned with an intricate foliate design of oak leaves and ...
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Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases

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Oak

Antique Macey Arts & Crafts Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Macey Arts & Crafts Oak Five Stack Barrister Bookcase Signed C1920. Measures - 72"H x 33.7...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases

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Oak

Monumental English 19th C Ironmongers Pine Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890 Monumental English 19th C Ironmongers open Pine Bookcase Cabinet in original colour Measures: W 286 x D 25 x H 113 cm.    
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1880s English Antique Bookcases

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Pine

"E22" wooden bookcase by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy, 1960s
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare and extraordinary "E22" hanging bookcase designed by the great Italian designer Osvaldo Borsani (1911 - 1985) for Tecno, Italy, 1960s. The work bears the original Tecno sticker ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Metal

19th Century Oak Bookcase
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century English Oak Bookcase by James Shoolbred A fabulous 19th century English astragal glazed oak bookcase by James Shoolbred. Having a dentil moulded cornice to the top with...
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19th Century British Antique Bookcases

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Oak

Vintage Italian Wood & Brass Mid-Century Modern Free-Standing Bookcase
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This bookcase was produced in Italy around the 1960s. It consists of 2 main wooden units with shelves and containers, joined together by a central chest of drawers and shelves. Remai...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Brass

Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany bookcase having a shaped cornice above a pair of mahogany glazed doors opening to reveal three adjustable shelves above a mahogany cupboard...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Other

Vico Magistretti Nuvola Rossa bookcase for Cassina 1980s.
Located in bari, IT
The bookcase has a structure that is reduced to a minimum by transforming the diagonals into load-bearing elements that allow the sides to be eliminated and emphasise the role of the...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Beech

Vintage Rolling Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Wooden Rolling Shelf with Numbered Tiers – A timeless piece perfect for storage or display, featuring sturdy wooden shelves with charming numbered detailing and smooth-rollin...
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20th Century Unknown Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Rattan and Wicker Bookcase Etagere Vivai del Sud Style, Italy 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing arch etagere in rattan and wicker with three shelf in the style of Vivai del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were the ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan

Arched Display Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Industrial Modern-inspired statement piece that combines elegance and functionality. Crafted with a sturdy wooden frame, this cabinet features an eye-catching arched design ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Bookcases

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Glass, Wood

Italian Walnut 18th Century Library Bookcase Panneling
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A good late 18th century Italian neoclassical library room panneling. This room consists of one central bookcase with a tympan centerpiece. At both sides angle cabinets...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Bookcases

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Walnut

English Painted Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 19th century English painted pine bookcase with adjustable shelves. 1890. Internal upper shelf depth: 10-inches Internal reference: H Code: 9030 Dimensions: W: 53.5" (135...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Pine

Antique French Bakers Rack
Located in Houston, TX
This is an early 20th century bakers rack made of iron with brass trim. The makers name, Echalie and Biabaud, Paris is embossed on the cast iron feet. The metal shelves are topped wi...
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Early 20th Century Bookcases

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Brass, Iron

Antique Italian Triple Niche Walnut Wood Bookcase ex Confessional, 19th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… A fascinating triple niche Italian bookcase from the 1800s, sections of the bibliotheque are comprised of a salvaged walnut confessional dating to the ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Bookcases

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Wood, Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Glass Front Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern glass front bookcase or display cabinet By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, 1950s Bleached mahogany, with glass front doors and orig...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Brass

Pair of China Bookcases in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of bookcases in oak with adjustable shelves, designed by Maa. Børge Mogensen for C.M. Madsen cabinetmakers in 1958. Made in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Oak

Robert 'Mouseman' Thompson Folk Art Carved Oak Oval Cutting or Cheese Board
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This solid oak oval cutting board was made by the renowned English furniture maker Robert 'Mouseman' Thompson in his signature Arts & Crafts style. The cutting board has a raised han...
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Mid-20th Century English Folk Art Bookcases

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Oak

Antique English Georgian Mahogany with Inlay Breakfront Bookcase Circa 1800-1820
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Georgian Mahogany with Inlay Breakfront Bookcase, Circa 1800-1820.
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases

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Glass, Mahogany

Antique Italian Carved Walnut Wood Three Shelves Open Bookcase Library Etagere
Located in Carimate, Como
A beautiful Italian antique walnut three shelves, open bookcase or etagere standing on four great shaped carved turned wooden legs with top finials. This very elegant one-of-a-kind o...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Vintage Flame Mahogany Breakfront Bookcase / Display Cabinet 20th Century
Located in London, GB
A delightful Vintage flame mahogany Georgian Revival library breakfront bookcase / display cabinet, dating from the mid 20th Century and the rear bearing the makers label for the ren...
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Mid-20th Century Bookcases

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Mahogany

18th Century Georgian English 4 Door Bookcase Attributed To Thomas Chippendale
Located in Dublin, IE
A George III Chippendale Period Mahogany Breakfront Library Bookcase, the raised architectural pediment, with a detailed moulded edge, above arched Gothic glazed doors carved with ac...
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1760s English George III Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

Etagère murale en pin vintage style Maison Regain des années 80
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Etagère murale en pin vintage, dans le style Maison Regain des années 80, 9 casiers. 2 crochets métalliques pour la suspendre. Très bon état général. Ref 250 204 Hauteur : 76 cm Larg...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Pine

1960s Italian Bamboo Rattan Bohemian Riviera Bookcase Library Etagere Shelves
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern bookcase, library, etagere with 3 shelves, perfect, useful and decorative in any room. This charming piece is in the typical style of Dirk ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Organic Modern Bookcases

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

1960s Open Bookcase with Chest of Drawers by Vittorio Dassi for G. Cecchini & C.
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1960s Open Bookcase with Chest of Drawers by Vittorio Dassi for G. Cecchini and C in Massive and Veneered Teak. Polished brass accessories and lacquered metal legs Vittorio Dassi Th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Mid-Century Teak Room Divider, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century teak room divider or shelving - circa 1960s Featuring two shelves and additional two sliding door cupboards to the bottom
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Large English Pine Glazed Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1940 Large English Pine Glazed Breakfront Bookcase with replaced keys/locks Measures: W219 x D50 x H215 cm Base W216 x D50 x H81 cm Top W219 x D43 x H134 cm.  
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1940s English Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Antique French Empire 2 door Walnut Bookcase Bibliotheque 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique French walnut and omolu mounted bookcase / Bibliotheque, dating Circa 1870 in date. It has been hand crafted from solid walnut and decorated with fine Neo- ...
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1870s French Empire Antique Bookcases

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Walnut

Danish Modern Teak Bookcase with Storage Cabinet
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Danish modern shelving unit features pressed wood construction, teak veneer with original finish, two adjustable shelves up top, sliding doors and an adjustable shelf down below. 

Matching Danish shelving unit...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Mid century shaped Scandinavian elm low open bookcase
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century Scandinavian elm low open bookcase circa 1950. Stunning piece of Swedish design and woodwork and presented in excellent condition. At nearly 6 and a half long this shap...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Birch, Elm

Important George III Period Mahogany Secretary Breakfront
Located in Montreal, QC
An important George III Period figured mahogany breakfront bookcase, the central drawer featuring a fall front secretary fitted with storage compartments and inset with a green toole...
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1780s English George III Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

Contemporary Design Brushed Brass Book Shelf 'Apollo' by Lara Bohinc
Located in Glasgow, GB
A contemporary design from Bohinc Studio’s Apollo series, this console table is a study in sculptural contrast and proportion. Fabricated in Portugal, it features a rare, custom-spec...
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2010s Portuguese Art Deco Bookcases

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Brass

Mid Century Lane 3 Bay Free Standing Wall Unit Room Divider, Walnut & Chrome
Located in Lutz, FL
Mid Century Modern 3 Bay Free Standing Lane Walnut, Chrome and Glass Wall Unit/Room Divider c.1970’s. Etagere bays can be used individually ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal, Chrome

Pair of Directoire Style Bookcases Built to Order in Any Dimension or Finish
Located in Chicago, IL
Exact replicas of a Directoire style (circa 1793-1804) bookcase. Handcrafted in our Old Plank workshop, you can specify your desired dimensions and finishes.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Directoire Bookcases

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Wood

English Oak Glazed Haberdashery Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1900 English Oak Glazed Haberdashery Cabinet sku 1840 W135 x D59 x H213 cm Weight 150 kg
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Early 20th Century Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Pair of 19th Century French Louis XV Style Marble Top Bibliotheques / Bookcases
Located in Charleston, SC
A Regal pair of Louis XV style French ormolu-mounted marble top Bibliotheques with rosewood, Kingwood, Tulipwood, and mahogany veneers. These elegant French bookcases showcase the re...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookcases

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Marble, Ormolu

Opinion Ciatti Original Ptolomeo Small Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Ptolomeo is the freestanding bookcase that doesn’t require any further presentation: it is simple, revolutionary, innovative, as sudden as a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

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Steel

19th Century English Regency Style Rosewood Bookcase/Cabinet with Gilt Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
Regency style rosewood bookcase with gilt and ebonized accents, grillwork cabinet doors above and curtained doors hiding six (6) interior drawers below, 19th century England.
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19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases

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Rosewood

Vintage French Country Large Bookcase Display Cabinet, circa 1960
Located in Round Top, TX
French country large display cabinet or bookcase in two sections. Six glass doors over six paneled cabinet doors. Pine wood later painted in white, rubbed out and distressed; interio...
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Mid-20th Century French Country Bookcases

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Glass, Pine, Paint

Pair of 1970s French Bamboo and Wood Étagères
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Elegant and uncommon pair of tall French étagères from the 1970s. Each shelving unit features a genuine bamboo frame with six removable wooden shelves that simply rest on the structu...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Bamboo

19thC English Oak Glazed Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890 19thC English Oak Glazed Bookcase Cabinet sku 2051D Price is each W135.5 x D34.5 x H229 Internal shelf depth 28.5cm Weight 86k
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19th Century Antique Bookcases

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Oak

19th Century Mahogany Waterfall Bookcase
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Elegant open bookcase from the second half of the 19th century from England called waterfall or cascade since the shelves become larger and larger. Which gives it a beautiful line. I...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

Scandinavian Midcentury Modern Vintage Classic Swedish Teak Wood Bookcase, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This modernist classic bookcase was made in Sweden during the 1960s. It is finished with teak wood in a darker shade of brown. The cabinet has three s...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Teak

Staples Ladderax Shelving Unit, Teak Mid-Century like String Shelves, 2 of 2
Located in London, GB
Robert Heal for Staples, 1964 'Ladderax' shelving system [ NO. 2 of 2 UNITS AVAILABLE - THIS LISTING IS FOR THE RIGHT HAND SIDE UNIT IN THE PHOTOS ] One bay system. Four wooden she...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Modern Bookcase in Teak by Lawrence Peabody
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Designer: Lawrence Peabody Manufacturer: Craft Associates Furniture Period/Model: Mid-Century Modern Specs: Teak This Lawrence Peabody modern bookcase cabinet for Craft Associates Furniture is expertly hand crafted. The Peabody collection pieces are licensed reintroductions for Craft Associates. This bookcase cabinet is solid black walnut and Claro walnut veneer. It is available in multiple variations (all walnut / black or normal sliding door / brass or black pulls). Craft Associates Furniture is proud each modern piece is made in the US. We strive to craft a product that will stand the test of time. We use the best materials and have the best craftsman and upholstery in the business. We stand 100% behind our product. Dimensions: H 49" (124.46cm) L 58.875" (149.54cm) D 14.5" (36.83cm) Drawer interiors 8" width (20.32cm) x 12" depth (30.48cm) History Lawrence “Larry” Peabody (1924-2002) was an architect, interior designer, and furniture designer. As an American born in Haverhill, Massachusetts, his distinctive design were often influenced by his Scandinavian roots. Lawrence studied at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen, Denmark and at the Rhode Island School of Design. His early career with Selig Mfg. Co. was prolific and helped put both himself and Selig on the map for modern furniture. He then started Lawrence Peabody & Associates in 1955, a design firm in Boston which included a vast client list (Sears, Roebuck & Co., Kohler, Regal Rugs, Boyd Lighting, Chapman Lamps, and Richardson Brothers). In 1961, Mr. Peabody won a Citation for Merit for his Peabody Collection for Richardson/ Nemschoff. Winner of the 1962 International A.I.D. design award for his wood frame rattan cradle...
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2010s American Modern Bookcases

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Teak

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Vitrine, Bookcase, Marble Top
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Standing at 58 inches in height, this small scale late nineteenth century Louis XVI style mahogany vitrine or bookcase is finished with stunning bronze banding and a red marble top with white veining. Its corners feature fluting with inset bronze filets. Its single door is finished with a bronze border and key surround and opens to reveal an interior with three adjustable shelves. The cabinet rests on Classic finial...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases

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Marble, Bronze

Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany Revolving Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian quality mahogany revolving bookcase having a quality mahogany square shaped top above 8 compartments for books supported by mahogany slats standing on a mahogany re...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Painted Bookcases or Etageres
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive pair of bookcases or etageres with a dramatic stylized obelisk form crafted in hardwoods and decorated with classic Adam style designs under a contrived aged finish comple...
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20th Century American Adam Style Bookcases

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Hardwood

American Studio craft birch blonde tall open 6 shelf bookcase wall unit
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid century custom made blonde birch wood shelf wall unit or open bookcase. Very modern design and well built. Made of solid birch uprights and birch veneer plywood shelves. Very sol...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Birch, Maple

Walnut Bookcase with Shoji
Located in Princeton, NJ
Handmade bookcase in oiled walnut featuring abstract pattern shoji. This bookcase is made of solid, quarter sawn walnut and constructed utilizing timber joinery methods to allow long...
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2010s American Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

French Empire Style Ebonized Bookcase
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This handsome Empire style open book shelf has a recent ebonized finish. This antique has the rounded column fronts of the empire style raised on paw feet. The interior is fitted wit...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage and Antique Bookcases for Sale: Shop Art Deco Bookcases, Globe Wernicke Bookcases and Barrister Bookcases on 1stDibs

Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, an antique bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover.

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 decorative objects or collectibles, 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 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. 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. 

Find barrister bookcases, Globe Wernicke bookcases, bookcases with doors and other vintage and antique bookcases on 1stDibs now.

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