Bookcases
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases
Brass
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Early 19th Century Irish Antique Bookcases
Wood
2010s English Modern Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Late 20th Century Belgian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
2010s French Modern Bookcases
Other
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
1840s French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
1830s French Restauration Antique Bookcases
Wood, Glass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
18th Century British George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Brass
1880s American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1950s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
19th Century French Other Antique Bookcases
Stained Glass, Wood
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Oak
1970s French Vintage Bookcases
Wood
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Early 1900s English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Brass
1940s Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Oak
Mid-20th Century Regency Bookcases
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Bronze
Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Wood
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
1780s Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Bookcases
Oak
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Lacquer
2010s Turkish Modern Bookcases
Oak, Burl
19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Bookcases
Marble
1860s French Directoire Antique Bookcases
Gold
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1870s American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Finnish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
2010s Dutch Post-Modern Bookcases
Oak
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Bookcases
Marble
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Iron
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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