Bookcases
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Wood
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Wood, Rattan, Cane, Wicker
2010s German Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
2010s American Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Regency Bookcases
Brass, Bronze
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Plywood, Lacquer, Wood, Paint, Gesso
1910s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1870s French Neoclassical Revival Antique Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
2010s American Organic Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Wood
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
1950s Vintage Bookcases
Rattan, Mahogany
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Gesso, Glass, Wood, Plywood, Lacquer, Paint
2010s Portuguese Bookcases
Gold Leaf
2010s Federal Bookcases
Leather, Mahogany
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Teak
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Concrete
2010s Portuguese Bookcases
Gold Leaf
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Crystal, Steel
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Carrara Marble
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
2010s Bookcases
Wood
Late 20th Century Industrial Bookcases
Steel
1980s Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s French Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Leather, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Marble, Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
2010s Indonesian Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century French Art Deco Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1830s English William IV Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1940s Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Grasscloth, Bamboo, Cane
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1870s English High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Late 19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Dutch Bookcases
Steel
1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Chrome
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage 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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