Bookcases
Late 20th Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
19th Century Dutch Antique Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
2010s American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Oak
2010s Spanish Modern Bookcases
Oak
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 19th Century American American Classical Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Rosewood
1960s American Chinoiserie Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Iron
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Late 20th Century English Bookcases
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
1820s French Charles X Antique Bookcases
Mercury Glass, Cherry
20th Century Minimalist Bookcases
Resin, Fiberglass, Plaster
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1880s French Antique Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
Late 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Brass
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1880s English Sheraton Antique Bookcases
Satinwood
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Marble, Brass
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood, Glass
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Brutalist Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1970s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
2010s Korean Modern Bookcases
Acrylic
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut, Burl
20th Century Bookcases
Oak
1880s Antique Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Other Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1810s Italian Folk Art Antique Bookcases
Fir
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak, Glass
2010s North American Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Bookcases
Walnut
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
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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