Bookcases
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Cane, Glass, Ash
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Bronze
1950s American Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Bookcases
Pine
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Beech
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Rosewood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 1900s Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Iron
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Beech
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
Late 20th Century Philippine Bookcases
Rattan, Glass
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
18th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Brass
1970s British Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Maple, Paint
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Wood, Ash, Beech, Plywood
20th Century Victorian Bookcases
Oak
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century English Country Bookcases
Hardwood
Early 1900s French Antique Bookcases
Hardwood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1990s Bookcases
Glass
20th Century English Victorian Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Czech Art Deco Bookcases
Wood, Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Ash, Plywood
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Oak
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Ash, Mahogany, Plywood
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Hardwood
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan, Wicker
Early 20th Century Hungarian Renaissance Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 1900s English Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Modern Bookcases
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
Early 20th Century American Victorian Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Brass
20th Century British Bookcases
Oak
Mid-20th Century French Country Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1970s American Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
Vintage, New and Antique Bookcases
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 objects, 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 antique 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. Whether you proudly shelve your books in regal mahogany or behind glass cabinet doors, a bookcase — or perhaps more than one — is essential to creating a cozy nook for any book lover. 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.
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