Bookcases
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Oak
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary English Bookcases
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Plastic
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Oak
19th Century American Folk Art Antique Bookcases
Wood, Paint
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
1810s English Regency Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century English Art Deco Bookcases
Hardwood
Late 20th Century Italian Bookcases
Metal
Early 19th Century British George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Pine
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Travertine, Stainless Steel
19th Century Scottish Antique Bookcases
Oak, Pine
19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1950s Indian Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Glass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Bamboo
19th Century Regency Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century Italian Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Olive, Burl
1840s French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Formica, Jacaranda
2010s Saudi Arabian Post-Modern Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1950s South American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
Mid-19th Century Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Chinese Antique Bookcases
Ebony
1980s American Bohemian Vintage Bookcases
Wicker
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Aluminum
20th Century Unknown Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-19th Century Belgian Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Brass
19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Brass
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Brass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rattan
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak, Cane, Jacaranda
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1850s French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Brass
1980s Edwardian Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1910s American Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Late 19th Century North American Georgian Antique Bookcases
Leather, Paper
19th Century French Folk Art Antique Bookcases
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Macassar
1980s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Brass
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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