Bookcases
2010s American Neoclassical Bookcases
Wood, Paint
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Late 20th Century Italian Bookcases
Wood
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
19th Century French Rustic Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Bookcases
Glass, Pine
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Early 20th Century Swedish Empire Revival Bookcases
Birch
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Bookcases
Metal
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Maple, Pine
20th Century English Chippendale Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
20th Century Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1790s English George III Antique Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Stainless Steel
1920s North American Vintage Bookcases
Metal
19th Century English William IV Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Bookcases
Brass
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Wood
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century British Georgian Bookcases
Paint
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Bamboo
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Laminate, Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Bookcases
Acrylic
2010s Italian Minimalist Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Other
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
19th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
Early 19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Late 18th Century English Antique Bookcases
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian George III Bookcases
Mahogany, Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century British Bookcases
Stainless Steel
19th Century Italian Other Antique Bookcases
Wood
1830s French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Chestnut
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 19th Century British George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
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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