Bookcases
1870s English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Birch
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Travertine, Brass
1870s Victorian Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1860s British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Ormolu
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Paldao
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak, Cane, Jacaranda
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood, Ash, Beech, Plywood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal, Chrome
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Enamel, Steel
1860s American High Victorian Antique Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Other
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch, Elm
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Enamel, Steel
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Concrete, Other
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak, Teak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rattan
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan
Early 20th Century Belgian Late Victorian Bookcases
Mahogany
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.