Bookcases
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
1890s Italian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century British Bookcases
Yew
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Macassar
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1990s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Birch, Plywood
18th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Wool
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1950s French Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Oak
Late 20th Century American Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Classical Roman Antique Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Bookcases
Metal
1970s German Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Wood, Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rattan
19th Century British Neoclassical Revival Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1940s French Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Oak
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1780s Irish George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary English Chippendale Bookcases
Wood
19th Century Victorian Antique Bookcases
Elm
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
19th Century Classical Roman Antique Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Georgian Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Brass, Stainless Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut, Burl
1860s British Early Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Mirror, Macassar
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1800s English Antique Bookcases
Pine
20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Bronze
Mid-19th Century Scottish Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Bookcases
Rosewood
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Federal Bookcases
Leather, Mahogany
Late 20th Century Spanish Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Ash, Wood
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Bamboo
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Ebony
Late 20th Century American British Colonial Bookcases
Glass, Teak
19th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1950s Swedish Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Early 19th Century American Federal 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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