Bookcases
1870s English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Oak
1970s Italian Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
1920s English Tudor Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
1930s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Bookcases
Brass
2010s German Minimalist Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century French Renaissance Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany, Walnut
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel, Chrome
1980s American Louis XV Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
20th Century Southeast Asian Chinoiserie Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Glass
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s American Chinoiserie Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Late 19th Century American American Classical Antique Bookcases
Iron
19th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Brass
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-17th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Antique Bookcases
Oak
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
1970s American Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
20th Century French Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
1930s British Sheraton Vintage Bookcases
Wood
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bookcases
Steel
1950s Chinese Chinoiserie Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
1960s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s English Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Enamel, Steel
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Bronze
20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Steel
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm
1870s American Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Glass, Oak
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Brass, Steel
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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