Bookcases
1890s French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Walnut
18th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Macassar, Oak
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century British Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Bronze
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
1870s Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Bookcases
Mirror, Oak, Walnut, Burl
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
2010s Turkish Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Regency Antique Bookcases
Gold Leaf
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Paint
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood, Glass
2010s Brazilian Modern Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Late 20th Century American Bookcases
Maple
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Marble
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
1980s American Vintage Bookcases
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese French Provincial Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
1970s Vintage Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Bookcases
Glass, Walnut, Mirror, Sycamore
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Pine
2010s American Louis Philippe Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Iron
1970s American Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century Chinese Bookcases
Marble, Brass
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Bookcases
Glass, Fruitwood
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
Early 20th Century French Beaux Arts Bookcases
Brass
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
19th Century British George IV Antique Bookcases
Rosewood
1970s American Rustic Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal, Steel
Mid-20th Century Italian Other Bookcases
Wood
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
18th Century Dutch Antique Bookcases
Walnut, Mirror
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Other
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Lacquer
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
1870s English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut, Burl
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
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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