Bookcases
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Plywood
2010s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Bronze
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Hardwood
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Bentwood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Stainless Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
1950s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Hardwood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Birch, Glass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Marble
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Early 19th Century Danish Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bentwood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s Scottish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Rosewood
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Marble, Bronze
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rattan, Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Hardwood, Walnut
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
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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