Bookcases
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1860s Antique Bookcases
Pine
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Metal, Gold Plate, Brass
1820s French Charles X Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
Late 18th Century British George III Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1850s French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Brass
20th Century British Bookcases
Stainless Steel
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1910s German Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1940s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Jacaranda
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1870s Dutch Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Oak
20th Century English Bookcases
Cherry
Late 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Pine
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Bookcases
Brass
1810s English George III Antique Bookcases
Leather, Elm
21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Bookcases
Wood
1950s American Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1870s Belgian Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Dutch Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Bamboo, Wood, Paint
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Iron
Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookcases
Elm
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Early 1900s French Antique Bookcases
Wood, Glass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Leather, Glass, Walnut
19th Century English William IV Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut, Fabric
1940s Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
20th Century British Bookcases
Yew
19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Enamel
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
2010s Italian Bookcases
Marble
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Late 19th Century American American Empire Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1850s French Louis XIII Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Canadian Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Oak
2010s South Korean Post-Modern Bookcases
Stone, Steel
2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass
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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