Bookcases
2010s American Organic Modern Bookcases
Wood
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Metal, Wire
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Early 19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1860s American High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Rosewood
1860s British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Wood
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
2010s Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Wood
1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Metal
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
18th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1870s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Swedish Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Late 19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century Italian Regency Antique Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak, Glass
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Brass, Lead
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Maple, Pine
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
2010s German Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
2010s Polish Modern Bookcases
Steel
2010s Italian Other Bookcases
Wood
Early 19th Century Irish Antique Bookcases
Wood
1970s Mission Vintage Bookcases
Wood
18th Century British George II Antique Bookcases
Walnut, Burl
1970s Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1790s English George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
2010s French Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century Federal Antique Bookcases
Leather, Glass, Mahogany
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Wood, Blown Glass, Walnut
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1880s Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century Swedish Gustavian Bookcases
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1950s Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Enamel, Steel
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 1900s English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 18th Century French Régence Antique Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Wood, Wicker, Cane
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Birch
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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