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Bookcases For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1950s
Baleri Italia Segno Bookshelf in Black Aluminium by A+B, Dominoni and Quaquaro
Located in Milano, Lombardia
(a+b) are PhDs, architects, designers, experts in architecture and design for space and extreme environments. They design by crossing research and technological innovation with poetr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Aluminum

Kartell Sound Rack Modular Bookcase in Marine by Ludovica and Roberto Palomba
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Multi-shaped and multi-purpose shelving system, stackable and modular, offering the possibility of creating a variety of geometric and chromatic compositions. This accessory can play the dual role as both container and room divider. IT IS a go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Resin

Solid Rustic Oak Dovetail Record Crate for 7"/45 Rpm Records, in Stock
Located in Nyack, NY
As avid record collectors we all have albums we want close at hand. Whether storing new finds or favorite titles that are in heavy rotation, our Dovetail Record Crate...
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2010s American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Room Divider Shelving "30/30 S" in Oak by Casey Lurie Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
Part room divider, part bookcase, part screen, the "30/30" series is an extremely versatile shelving system. Named for the degrees of the alternately angled dividers which give the p...
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2010s North American Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Minimalist Brazilian Shelf System 'Carlos' by Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
This minimalist Brazilian shelf system in solid steel and wood is designed within an architectonic and geometric reasoning. Two free towers are made by three columns "tied" by three ...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Scandinavian Contemporary Haiku Shelf, Oakwood, Ashwood or Black
Located in Visby, SE
Haiku shelf in Scandinavian contemporary style is made in solid wood with modern cns-technique and traditional craftsmanship to manifest a product with est...
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2010s Swedish Minimalist Bookcases

Materials

Ash

Rise Bookstand by Sun at Six, Nude Minimalist Book Stand or Bookcase in Wood
Located in San Jose, CA
Sun at Six is a contemporary furniture design studio that works with traditional Chinese joinery masters to handcraft our pieces using traditional joinery. Handcrafted using traditio...
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2010s Chinese Minimalist Bookcases

Materials

Leather, Oak

Casey Lurie Studio Modern High "Primo" Shelving System in Walnut with Brass
Located in Chicago, IL
“Shelving can be the most mundane thing you own, or it can be the beautiful bones of a room as pleasing to see as anything it displays. Casey Lurie’s Primo system would be the latter.” William L. Hamilton, The wall street journal The Primo shelving system is composed of notched solid wood planks...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Stainless Steel, Brass

Solid Walnut Dovetail Record Crate
Located in Nyack, NY
As avid record collectors we all have albums we want close at hand. Whether storing new finds or favorite titles that are in heavy rotation, our dovetail record crate...
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2010s American Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Black Lacquer Bookcase Display Cabinet
Located in North York, ON
This stunning piece is expertly crafted and made in the USA, ensuring the highest quality and attention to detail. Drawing inspiration from iconic Chinoiserie style, this bookcase ex...
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2010s American Chinoiserie Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Set of Twelve Modular Bookcases by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Dallas, TX
A large twelve piece modular bookcase designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Solid teak construction with finger joints and adjustable shelves with hidden hardware. Eac...
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1950s Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Teak

B&B Italia By Naoto Fukasawa "X" Storage Bookshelf In White Corian
Located in London, GB
Created by Naoto Fukasawa in 2006 for B&B Italia, the 'X' shelf storage unit is composed by sloping shelves and interior panels which are characterised by numerous intersecting lines...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases

Materials

Corian

Octava - VIII Bookshelf
Located in Ciudad de México, MX
Noviembre is a collection of furniture that, through seats, tables and decorative pieces, invites you to explore form, function and, above all, the feeling of slow, opulent and seren...
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Oak

Pair Of Global Views Wood Etageres
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of Global Views wood etageres on brass casters. Some ware to finish.
Category

2010s Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Antique Georgian Style Open Bookcase
Located in London, GB
A large and impressive antique Georgian style open bookcase. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s. It is of superb quality and is a very useful size. It is very...
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1950s British Georgian Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood

'LB7' two-bay bookcase with top Franco Albini for Poggi 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Iconic two-bay ceiling bookcase with top model 'LB7', designed by Franco Albini and produced by Poggi from the late 1950s. The bookcase features two bays with solid teak wood upright...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Small bookcase by Gio Ponti, 1950s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Small bookcase 1950s 50 cm x 30 cm x 50h cm 19,68 in x 11,81 in x 19,68 h in Style Italian, Vintage, Mid-Century
Category

1950s Italian Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Quiller Glass Bookcase, Designed by Uto Balmoral, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The bookcase Quiller is made of extra clear bevelled glass and is composed of six shelves closed on the sides. It was designed by designer Uto Balmoral and is perfect to be placed ag...
Category

2010s Italian Bookcases

Materials

Glass

Libreria modello 'LB7' a tre campate Franco Albini per Poggi anni 50
Located in Milano, IT
Libreria a tre campate modello 'LB7', disegnata da Franco Albini e prodotta da Poggi a partire dalla fine degli anni '50. Montanti in legno massello di teak fissati a pressione tra s...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase by Frode Holm for Illums, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase by Frode Holm for Illums, 1950s. Danish Mid-Century Modern bookcase with cabinets in Rosewood/palisander by Danish architect Frode Holm for Illums Bol...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Large DANISH Mid Century Modern ROSEWOOD BOOKCASE, c. 1960's
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Exquisite Mid Century Modern ROSEWOOD bookcase featuring 8 wide and spacious shelving areas, stunning wood grains throughout and adjustable + removable shelves. The design is classic...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern 2-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1950s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern 2-Bay Modular Teak Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado, 1950s. Mid-Century Modern 2 bay shelving system model Royal. This is an original vintage floating bookcase desi...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Antique Georgian Style Open Bookcase
Located in London, GB
A large and impressive antique Georgian style open bookcase. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s. It is of superb quality and is a very useful size. It is very...
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1950s British Georgian Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Italian Custom Wall Unit Bookcase with Ladder in Walnut and Iron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Library wall unit, walnut, lacquered iron, brass, leather, Italy, 1950s Stunning custom made wall unit made in Italy in the 1950s. The bookcase highlights the makers architectural s...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Iron

Mid-Century Modern Wall Unit in Teak and Steel
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit, teak, coated steel, brass, Europe, 1950s Both aesthetics and functionality comes into play in this bookcase; elegant in line and practical to use for any environment. Th...
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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass, Steel

Restored Mid-Century Rattan and Mahogany Bookcase Console Table
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Postwar three-tier console table Bookshelf with mahogany tops and a wrapped stick rattan frame. The table has mahogany tops along each shelf which are decorated with rattan trim and ...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Rattan

Low Frame Bookcase by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Low Frame Bookcase by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 150 x D 30 x H 65 cm Materials: Structure: painted metal, Top: leather, Shelf: venner. With the intention of providing good tas...
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Frame Bookcase by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Frame Bookcase by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 100 x D 30 x H 200 cm Materials: Structure: Aged steel, Shelf: Veneer or lacquer. With the intention of providing good taste and pe...
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2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Althorp Mahogany Bookcase
Located in London, GB
An extraordinary mahogany library bookcase. This unique piece features a distinctive broken swan neck cornice and a commanding domed centre. Adorned with two astragal glazed doors w...
Category

2010s Vietnamese George III Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany, Giltwood

Step Bookcase by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Step Bookcase by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 100 x D 30 x H 200 cm Materials: Structure: Aged steel, Shelf: Veneer or lacquer. With the intention of providing good taste and per...
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Wall Bookcase by Doimo Brasil
Located in Geneve, CH
Wall Bookcase by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 100 x D 30 x H 200 cm Materials: Structure: Aged steel, Shelf: Veneer or lacquer. With the intention of providing good taste and per...
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

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.
Category

1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Montana Bookcase Model 1520 In White By Peter J. Lassen
By Peter J. Lassen
Located in Lejre, DK
The Montana bookcase, model 1520, is an example of a timeless and functional storage solution designed by Peter J. Lassen. This white bookcase combines simplicity and elegance with p...
Category

2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Classic Oak Display Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
This stately cabinet, finished in a rich, light mink oak finish, exudes an air of aristocratic elegance and timeless appeal. The doors are graced with cast rosettes and circular ban...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Henkel Harris Georgian Carved Flame Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style lighted breakfront bookcase or dining cabinet By Henkel Harris USA, 2004 Beautiful book-matched flame mahogany, with satinwood banding, mu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Classic Display Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
This stately cabinet, finished in a rich, aged Umbria oak, exudes an air of aristocratic elegance and timeless appeal. The doors are graced with cast rosettes and circular bands wit...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Dutch Industrial Design Storage Rack by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro, Netherlands
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Dutch Industrial Design Storage Rack by Tjerk Reijenga for Pilastro. Made in the Netherlands, 1958. Minimalist and architectural in design. Storage rack, di...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Orthogonals Grande Freestanding Marble Bookcase by STUDIO IB MILANO
Located in Geneve, CH
Orthogonals Grande Freestanding Marble Bookcase by ​STUDIO IB MILANO Signed Limited Edition Dimensions: D 70 x W 70 x H 170 cm. Materials: Cascata marble Also available in other sto...
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases

Materials

Marble

Tall Midcentury "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
"China" bookcase in patinated oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1954, this piece is made by CM Madsen Cabinetmakers Denmark in the 1960s. Great original condition. More shelves...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Pyramid Bookcase by Merton Gershun for Dillingham
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

English, Custom Made Yew Wood Bookcase
Located in Woodbury, CT
Custom crafted for us in England, this bookcase adds the functionality of two drawers. In yew wood with self banding, it offers enough space for about 100 medium-sized books. Class...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Bookcases

Materials

Yew, Mahogany

Charles and Ray Eames Storage Unit "ESU" for Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic design, this 2nd generation Eames Storage Unit for Herman Miller, c.1950s, USA, is a beautiful example of what has been described as "working art." The unit features a birc...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Seaside Painted Bookcase
Located in Westwood, NJ
With its calming hues and classic design, reminiscent of a cherished heirloom. The soft blue finish, gently distressed to reveal hints of natural wood, evokes the feel of weathered b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Rare Midcentury Eames ESU 400-C for Herman Miller 1st Series
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this Charles and Ray Eames designed ESU 400-C for Herman Miller. This is the rarest 1st series ESU (Eames Storage Unit) A versatile case piece that makes a ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Entertainment Center and Bookcase by Dean Santner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Amazing Midcentury wall unit handcrafted in solid aspen hardwood with exceptional quality and strength.. Featuring expertly carved wood with perfect proportions and captivating desig...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Modern Industrial Display Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
A towering example of form meeting function with an edge. This statuesque piece contrasts the warmth of natural wood with the industrial cool of a dark metal frame. Behind the glass...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Industrial Loft Style Wood & Metal Bookcase
Located in New York, NY
Industrial loft style bookcase have ebonized metal frame and wooden shelves upon four drawers. Dimensions: 63.5" H x 36.25" W x 14.5" D. Dealer:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Rustic Sage Painted Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
Made of pine with a distressed and antiqued sage painted finish, this cabinet exudes rustic charm. The upper section, featuring glass-paneled doors, is perfect for showcasing cheris...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Disrupted White Colonial Bookcase
Located in Westwood, NJ
This stately piece stands tall in antiqued and distressed white, offering three open shelves that are perfect for displaying your favorite books, photos, or collectibles. Below, the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Wood

French Antique White Display Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
This tall, gracefully structured cabinet is finished in a serene antique white, exuding timeless sophistication. The striking windowpane doors, adorned with a geometric lattice desig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Cortina White Colonial Bookcase
Located in Westwood, NJ
This stately piece stands tall in Cortina white, offering three open shelves that are perfect for displaying your favorite books, photos, or collectibles. Below, the twin drawers wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian American Classical Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Jean Prouve Style La Residence Universitaire Jean Zay Student Etagere
Located in West Hollywood, CA
In the style of Jean Prouve an etagere with lower cupboard with patinated white painted bypass sliding doors, from the dormitories of the La Residence Universitaire Jean Zay, France ...
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1950s French Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Ilmari Tapiovaara bookcase for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Italy ca. 1957
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Architectural bookcase by IImari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Italy ca. 1957. Wonderful piece with a clean lines and refined functional details, nothing is overdone, re...
Category

1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Natural Fiber, Teak

Tall Midcentury "China" Bookcase in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Denmark 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
"China" bookcase in patinated oak. Designed by MAA. Børge Mogensen in 1954, this piece is made by CM Madsen Cabinetmakers Denmark in the 1960s. Great original condition. More shelves...
Category

1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Bookcase with desk, Italian manufacture, 1950s
Located in Baranzate, IT
Beautiful bookcase with top for desk use complete with chair. Italian manufacture, 1950s.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Blue Painted 48 Inch Bookcase
Located in Westwood, NJ
Made of oak, this piece is designed to showcase the rustic beauty of reclaimed oak, complemented by contemporary hardware chosen specifically to accentuate the exquisite patina of it...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Baker Historic Charleston Mahogany Bookcase China Cabinet Breakfront
Located in Long Branch, NJ
​Baker Historic Charleston Mahogany Bookcase China Cabinet Breakfront Dimensions : 69" Wide X 83" Tall X 16" Deep This breakfront was made by Baker for their historic Charleston li...
Category

Early 2000s American Regency Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Superb Wall Unit with Rolltop Desk by Dean Santner
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Amazing Midcentury wall unit in handcrafted solid aspen hardwood with exceptional quality and strength.. Featuring expertly carved wood with perfect proportions and captivating desig...
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

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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