Bookcases
Late 20th Century Louis XV Bookcases
Brass, Wire
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Cherry, Walnut, Grasscloth
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Travertine, Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Rosewood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Plexiglass, Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1760s Italian Mid-Century Modern Antique Bookcases
Bronze, Enamel
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1880s French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1980s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Iron
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut, Glass
1890s French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
2010s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Enamel, Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Rosewood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Maple
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
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.