Bookcases
Late 19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Oak
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Oak
1880s English High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Copper
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Glass
19th Century William IV Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century English Country Bookcases
Birch, Walnut
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
20th Century Bohemian Bookcases
Rattan
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Bookcases
Oak, Walnut
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Faux Leather, Oak
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Bookcases
Acrylic
1770s Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
18th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Wool
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Plastic
18th Century British George I Antique Bookcases
Walnut, Burl
1980s Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Cherry
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1950s Indian Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Nickel
19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Hardwood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Fir
19th Century Italian Regency Antique Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1920s British Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Lacquer
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Early 19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1820s English George IV Antique Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech
20th Century Chinoiserie Bookcases
Metal
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
2010s Lithuanian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
1860s English High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Hardwood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 2000s Italian Bookcases
Resin
1890s English Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Dutch Bookcases
Paper
Mid-19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Fruitwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Bookcases
Iron
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century Belgian Empire Revival Antique Bookcases
Brass, Bronze
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
2010s Chinese Modern Bookcases
Steel
Early 20th Century Danish Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Pine
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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