Bookcases
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Travertine, Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Brass
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Macassar, Oak
Early 18th Century French Régence Antique Bookcases
Wood
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Brass
2010s North American Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s Australian Post-Modern Bookcases
Stainless Steel, Copper, Enamel
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Late 19th Century American Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Bookcases
Metal
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1860s French Renaissance Antique Bookcases
Wood
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Early 20th Century Belgian Late Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech, Teak
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Travertine, Brass
19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Pine
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Hardwood, Cherry
21st Century and Contemporary American Bookcases
Wood
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass, Cut Steel
20th Century British Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Hardwood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker, Cane
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Faux Leather, Beech, Teak
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Oak
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1940s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Oak
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood, Glass
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Ash
Mid-19th Century Danish Baroque Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm
1990s Italian Bookcases
Metal
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Padouk
20th Century Indian Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Bookcases
Brass
1980s European Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Bronze
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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