Bookcases
Mid-20th Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
2010s American Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Glass, Cherry, Ebony, Softwood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Bookcases
Marble, Brass, Gold Leaf
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Country Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Wood
1860s British High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Oak, Lacquer
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Fruitwood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
2010s Turkish Bookcases
Oak
18th Century French Antique Bookcases
Oak
1980s Anglo-Indian Vintage Bookcases
Abalone, Mahogany
1940s French Vintage Bookcases
Wood
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
18th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s British Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Wood
20th Century European Art Deco Bookcases
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Satinwood
1850s Italian Antique Bookcases
Poplar
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
1820s German Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Brass
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
20th Century Philippine Bohemian Bookcases
Bamboo
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Oak
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Bookcases
Bronze, Steel
1960s Danish Minimalist Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1820s British Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century English British Colonial Bookcases
Mahogany
1810s European Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1930s Italian Neoclassical Revival Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Bookcases
Glass, Mirror, Pine
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
Mid-20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1870s French Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
1880s Victorian 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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