Bookcases
1850s English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1880s Swiss Black Forest Antique Bookcases
Marble
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
18th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1980s Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch, Elm
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Wrought Iron
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Concrete
19th Century Dutch Antique Bookcases
Wood
1880s American Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1950s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Cement
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Rosewood
2010s Italian Bookcases
Ash
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Maple
2010s Austrian Post-Modern Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Iron
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rattan, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1860s Italian Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Ebony, Walnut
20th Century Sri Lankan British Colonial Bookcases
Glass, Ebony
1980s Indonesian Vintage Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Rustic Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Burl
Late 19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bookcases
Steel
Late 19th Century French Country Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1970s French Space Age Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1880s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
1970s Italian Minimalist Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
1960s Italian Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Steel
19th Century Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
Early 20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Glass, Oak
19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Pine
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Oak
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary European Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Austrian Black Forest Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1970s Primitive Vintage Bookcases
Burl
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 1900s British Antique Bookcases
Oak
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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