Bookcases
1910s German Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century Italian Other Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1950s American Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany, Leather
2010s French Bookcases
Oak
1990s Philippine Post-Modern Bookcases
Stone
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Satinwood
1960s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1950s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
2010s English Modern Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech
19th Century English Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
19th Century British Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1970s Dutch Brutalist Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
20th Century Philippine British Colonial Bookcases
Faux Bamboo
Early 20th Century Belgian Neoclassical Bookcases
Brass
20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Iron
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Country Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Chrome
1960s Danish Minimalist Vintage Bookcases
Steel
Early 19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Wire
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Aluminum
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Teak
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Bookcases
Brass
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1890s Swiss Neoclassical Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
Early 20th Century French Bookcases
Glass, Wood
2010s German Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
2010s French Organic Modern Bookcases
Elm
1850s French Louis XIII Antique Bookcases
Oak
1790s English George III Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
19th Century French Antique Bookcases
Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Iron
20th Century Bookcases
Walnut
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Smoked Glass, Birdseye Maple
1810s English Regency Antique Bookcases
Marble, Brass
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Bookcases
Wood
2010s American Country Bookcases
Wood
1990s Belgian Post-Modern Bookcases
Wood
20th Century American American Classical Bookcases
Fruitwood
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1920s Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Bookcases
Marble
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Teak
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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