Bookcases
1970s English Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1930s American Neoclassical Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Hardwood
20th Century British Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century British Bookcases
Yew
Early 1900s Norwegian Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Oak, Walnut
20th Century British Bookcases
Oak
1980s Indonesian Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo
1980s Indonesian Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Italian Other Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Copper
1930s Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Ebony, Oak
20th Century French Art Deco Bookcases
Brass
1980s Victorian Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s Regency Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1940s English Vintage Bookcases
Pine
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 1900s American Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Copper
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century Industrial Bookcases
Metal
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Birch, Teak
1970s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Pine
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass, Chrome
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Concrete
Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Satinwood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Oak
1960s Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Wood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Beech, Lacquer
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Bamboo, Pine
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1930s Polish Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Teak
1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Wood
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
Early 20th Century English Bookcases
Glass, Wood
20th Century British Bookcases
Leather, Walnut
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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