Bookcases
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Bookcases
Glass, Ash
1910s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Iron
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
20th Century American Regency Bookcases
Bronze
1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
2010s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
1980s American Louis XV Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
Mid-20th Century English Revival Bookcases
Satinwood
2010s Mexican Bookcases
Plywood
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
2010s French Modern Bookcases
Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
19th Century British Antique Bookcases
Wood
1870s American Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Walnut
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Rosewood
2010s Federal Bookcases
Wood
1930s French Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1990s Japonisme Bookcases
Wood
1980s Italian Minimalist Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Pine
Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Brass, Iron
Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Metal, Wire
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Wood
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
2010s Portuguese Modern Bookcases
Wood
1930s American Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
2010s German Minimalist Bookcases
Wood
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1920s English Jacobean Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Mid-19th Century Irish George III Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Concrete
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Bookcases
Steel
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Pine
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Bookcases
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm
Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Bookcases
Glass, Pine, Paint
1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Marble, Brass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
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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