Bookcases
1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Copper
2010s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Plywood
1960s French Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
20th Century Industrial Bookcases
Plywood
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Bookcases
Grasscloth, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Bookcases
Iron
1880s French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Bronze
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Bronze
1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Mirror
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Bookcases
Resin, Mirror
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Bookcases
Plastic, Plexiglass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1880s English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Bookcases
Brass
20th Century American Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Wood
1980s Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Gold Leaf
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
19th Century Scottish Antique Bookcases
Oak, Pine
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Stainless Steel
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Leather
1880s British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass
1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Bookcases
Oak
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Formica, Wood
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Cement
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1890s Swiss Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
Late 19th Century English Chippendale Antique Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century Czech Belle Époque Antique Bookcases
Pine
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Elm
Late 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Pine
Mid-18th Century French Rococo Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Birch, Burl
1910s American Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Mid-19th Century French Antique Bookcases
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Philippine Bookcases
Rattan
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Late 19th Century British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1950s Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1980s American Organic Modern Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Glass
Mid-19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Bookcases
Bronze
Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Wood
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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