Bookcases
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Bookcases
Brass
1660s Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Bookcases
Wood
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak, Lacquer
1830s Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Hardwood
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass
20th Century American Modern Bookcases
Pine
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood
1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1870s French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Bamboo
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Wood
2010s Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Wire
1840s English William IV Antique Bookcases
Pine
Late 19th Century Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Bronze
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1940s Italian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Bookcases
Cut Steel
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Beech
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Metal, Brass, Ormolu
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French French Provincial Bookcases
Iron
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1920s American Renaissance Revival Vintage Bookcases
Walnut, Paint
2010s German Modern Bookcases
Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan, Wood
Early 1800s English George III Antique Bookcases
Other
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Smoked Glass, Wood
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
20th Century Swedish Gustavian Bookcases
Brass
1960s Unknown Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
2010s Italian Bookcases
Metal
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1860s English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Bookcases
Wood
2010s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Wood, Cherry, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Brass, Stainless Steel, Metal
Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel
1990s American Shaker Bookcases
Steel
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Burl
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Bookcases
Teak
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Bookcases
Other
Early 20th Century Danish Gustavian Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
1990s Unknown Other Bookcases
Bamboo
Late 19th Century Burmese British Colonial Antique Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
20th Century French Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Pine
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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