Bookcases
Mid-19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Bookcases
Bronze
Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Wood
19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Regency Bookcases
Wood
20th Century Other Bookcases
Wood, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Bookcases
Walnut
1940s French Vintage Bookcases
Fruitwood
Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookcases
Elm
1970s American Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
19th Century French Empire Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
1920s American Louis XV Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Bookcases
Oak
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1980s Edwardian Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Bookcases
Ash
Early 1900s Chinese Antique Bookcases
Elm
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak, Rattan
1920s Polish Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
20th Century Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1980s Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass
2010s American Organic Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century French Empire Revival Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Bookcases
Bamboo
19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Rosewood
2010s Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Oak, Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese George III Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century French Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Pine
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century Organic Modern Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookcases
Elm
1950s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Brass
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood, Lacquer
1820s English Regency Antique Bookcases
Brass
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Brass
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
1880s Polish Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Birch
1810s Regency 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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