Bookcases
1950s French Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Brass
1890s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century European Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century North American Georgian Antique Bookcases
Leather, Paper
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Beech, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany, Wood
1990s Bookcases
Metal
1770s English Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Early 19th Century English Queen Anne Antique Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Italian Bookcases
Stone
Early 19th Century Swedish Country Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century French Bookcases
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bookcases
Laminate, Wood
1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
1870s French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Late 20th Century French Louis XV Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century Burmese British Colonial Bookcases
Teak
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1970s Dutch Brutalist Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1980s French Louis XIII Vintage Bookcases
Oak
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Faux Leather, Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Spruce
Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Oak
2010s Bookcases
Plastic
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Mahogany
1950s European Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Bookcases
Brass
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1980s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 2000s Italian Bookcases
Laminate, Hickory
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Plastic
1890s Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1980s Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
19th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 1900s British Antique Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1990s Philippine Bookcases
Rattan
Early 20th Century Industrial Bookcases
Brass
1960s French Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
1770s Antique 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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