Bookcases
Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Crystal
19th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Pine
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1880s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1860s English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Bronze
1960s Brazilian Vintage Bookcases
Jacaranda
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1880s French Empire Antique Bookcases
Wood
Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1880s English Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Brass
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century Swedish Antique Bookcases
Pine
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
1850s Chinese Antique Bookcases
Brass
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1890s British Sheraton Antique Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
19th Century Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1960s French Rococo Vintage Bookcases
Resin
Mid-19th Century Swedish Antique Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-19th Century Chinese Campaign Antique Bookcases
Amboyna
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Bamboo, Pine
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Hardwood, Oak
1820s Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1880s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Swedish Vintage Bookcases
Teak
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1830s American American Empire Antique Bookcases
Brass, Iron
19th Century American Folk Art Antique Bookcases
Wood, Paint
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Marble
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Marble
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Vintage Bookcases
Palisander
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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