Bookcases
19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Italian Bookcases
Metal
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Mauritian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s French Vintage Bookcases
Marble, Brass
Late 18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Late 20th Century Indian Brutalist Bookcases
Wood
2010s Chinese Minimalist Bookcases
Ash
19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s European Bookcases
Walnut
2010s American Minimalist Bookcases
Walnut, Lacquer
19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Acrylic
2010s English Modern Bookcases
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English William IV Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
19th Century William IV Antique Bookcases
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Country Bookcases
Glass, Wood
20th Century Regency Bookcases
Walnut
1930s British Regency Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood, Satinwood
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1950s French Directoire Vintage Bookcases
Marble
20th Century Unknown Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s American Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1810s English George III Antique Bookcases
Leather, Elm
1910s Slovak Vienna Secession Vintage Bookcases
Beech
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Bookcases
Oak, Porcelain
2010s American Industrial Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Bookcases
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Glass
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Laminate, Plexiglass
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Georgian Bookcases
Wood
2010s Portuguese Bookcases
Metal, Copper, Silver Leaf
1880s French Antique Bookcases
Walnut
20th Century Philippine Bohemian Bookcases
Bamboo
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
19th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Bronze
2010s American Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
2010s American Bookcases
Brass
2010s American Bookcases
Brass
1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak, Lacquer
2010s Italian Classical Roman Bookcases
Concrete
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s French Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Bookcases
Wood
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Glass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
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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