Bookcases
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1950s British Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Bronze
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Metal
1980s Unknown Vintage Bookcases
Wicker
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Pine
1830s William IV Antique Bookcases
Wood
1880s European Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century French Folk Art Antique Bookcases
2010s Italian Classical Roman Bookcases
Concrete
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1820s French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Gustavian Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Glass, Oak
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Brass, Stainless Steel
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Macassar, Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Italian Bookcases
Stone, Iron
1970s Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1960s English Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Macassar
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1870s French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century English Revival Bookcases
Satinwood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
19th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Walnut, Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Art Glass, Oak
1830s French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Chestnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
1960s French Vintage Bookcases
Elm
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Oak
20th Century American Adam Style Bookcases
Hardwood
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Pine
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
2010s American Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Bookcases
Walnut, Pine
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut, Glass
1870s American Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Glass, Wood
18th Century English George II Antique Bookcases
Other
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
1970s Italian Bauhaus Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
Early 1800s Georgian Antique Bookcases
Brass
2010s Italian Bookcases
Bamboo
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut, Fabric
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
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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