Bookcases
Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
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
Early 20th Century Danish Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Pine
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
2010s Chinese Modern Bookcases
Steel
20th Century American Eastlake Bookcases
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-17th Century German Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Walnut
20th Century English Country Bookcases
Pine
1970s Danish Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Late 17th Century Chinese Qing Antique Bookcases
Elm
Mid-20th Century Unknown Renaissance Bookcases
Marble
1870s French Neoclassical Revival Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases
Marble, Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Bookcases
Pine
Late 19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Pine
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century Burmese Bookcases
Teak
Early 1900s American Mission Antique Bookcases
Upholstery, Oak
1890s Polish Biedermeier Antique Bookcases
Palisander
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Bookcases
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Bookcases
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Glass
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Bookcases
Wrought Iron
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Sycamore, Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Bookcases
Wood
2010s Chinese Post-Modern Bookcases
Ash
20th Century Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique Bookcases
Satinwood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
20th Century Unknown Chinese Chippendale Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Bookcases
Wood
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Pine
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1910s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
1860s English High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
2010s American Louis XVI Bookcases
Brass, Bronze
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1860s English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s English Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
2010s Danish Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
2010s Belgian Post-Modern Bookcases
Steel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Glass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Steel
2010s Vietnamese George III Bookcases
Mahogany, Giltwood
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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