Bookcases
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Bamboo, Wood, Paint
19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Brass
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Paldao
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Birch, Teak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1980s Taiwanese Vintage Bookcases
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Early 20th Century Burmese British Colonial Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
2010s Italian Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Oak
1920s American French Provincial Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1920s Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1890s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Oak, Glass
1830s British William IV Antique Bookcases
Oak
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Glass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
2010s Italian Bookcases
Metal
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Bookcases
Glass, Teak
2010s Italian Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1970s American Brutalist Vintage Bookcases
Glass
2010s Italian Bookcases
Marble
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm, Pine
Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s South Korean Modern Bookcases
Stone, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Brass, Other
19th Century British Regency Antique Bookcases
Bronze
19th Century British French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Pine, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Bookcases
Olive, Walnut, Burl
1890s French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
19th Century French Other Antique Bookcases
Stained Glass, Wood
19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
2010s American Industrial Bookcases
Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Bookcases
Birch, Elm
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
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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