Bookcases
Early 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
1880s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
19th Century Regency Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Industrial Bookcases
Metal
Late 18th Century Austrian Empire Antique Bookcases
Brass, Other
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Turkish Modern Bookcases
Oak, Burl
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Naugahyde, Walnut, Plywood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Bookcases
Brass
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Burl
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Glass, Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Bookcases
Glass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Ash
1960s Danish Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
1960s French Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Mirror
1960s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
2010s Danish Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s German Post-Modern Bookcases
Oak
1880s Swedish Rustic Antique Bookcases
Brass
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1920s French Vintage Bookcases
Marble, Brass
Early 19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Wire
19th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Leather, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Paint
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
Mid-19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
1930s British Regency Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood, Satinwood
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Bamboo
1810s English Regency Antique Bookcases
Brass
1970s Dutch Brutalist Vintage Bookcases
Smoked Glass, Resin
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Wood
1770s English Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak, Teak
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 19th Century French Antique 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.
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