Bookcases
21st Century and Contemporary American Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Bookcases
Oak
2010s Philippine Bookcases
Bamboo
2010s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Art Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass, Stainless Steel
1950s Swedish Vintage Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Italian Classical Roman Bookcases
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Bookcases
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
2010s North American Modern Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
21st Century and Contemporary English Victorian Bookcases
Pine
2010s American Bookcases
Plywood
2010s Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
2010s Danish Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Leather, Wood
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Fabric, Wood
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Brass, Cut Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
2010s Italian Classical Roman Bookcases
Concrete
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Canadian Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
2010s North American Modern Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Plastic
2010s Mexican Bookcases
Plywood
2010s Mexican Bookcases
Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Minimalist Bookcases
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bookcases
Stainless Steel, Brass, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Louis Philippe Bookcases
Brass
2010s American Chinoiserie Bookcases
Metal
1950s Vintage Bookcases
Teak
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Corian
2010s Mexican Organic Modern Bookcases
Wood, Oak
2010s Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal
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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