Bookcases
1870s English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut, Burl
20th Century English Country Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Wood, Lacquer
20th Century American Federal Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bookcases
Laminate, Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
20th Century Bookcases
Oak
1850s Italian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
2010s French Modern Bookcases
Wood
20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Walnut
1970s American Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
18th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s German Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Late 19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Bookcases
Metal
20th Century Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bookcases
Oak, Pine, Paint
1890s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s American Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
1850s French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Crystal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1980s Unknown Vintage Bookcases
Wicker
1930s Italian Neoclassical Revival Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Oak
1920s British Queen Anne Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Early 20th Century Belgian Late Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1950s British Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Satinwood
18th Century George II Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases
Other
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Bronze
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Glass, Nutwood, Spruce
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Rosewood
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Stainless Steel
19th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Bookcases
Glass, Wood
19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Mahogany
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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