Bookcases
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Hardwood
2010s French Modern Bookcases
Wood
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Copper, Iron
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Stainless Steel
Early 20th Century Burmese Bookcases
Teak
1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1790s English Regency Antique Bookcases
Glass, Satinwood, Yew
Early 20th Century Danish Country Bookcases
Glass, Pine
Early 20th Century Italian Bookcases
Pine
1950s American Bohemian Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo, Cane, Reed, Bentwood
20th Century Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
18th Century British George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Brass
Early 2000s Italian Bookcases
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
1860s English High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak, Pine
20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
1880s English High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
19th Century American Folk Art Antique Bookcases
Wood, Paint
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Iron
1870s English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut, Burl
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Bamboo
1880s English Antique Bookcases
Wood
1880s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech
Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Bookcases
Walnut
1920s Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1810s English Regency Antique Bookcases
Leather, Hardwood
1930s British Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
2010s American Industrial Bookcases
Steel, Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Neoclassical Bookcases
Iron, Zinc
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Late 19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 1800s English Antique Bookcases
Pine
Mid-20th Century European Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1810s German Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1880s French Empire Antique Bookcases
Wood
1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
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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