Bookcases
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Lacquer, Walnut, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Maple
1960s French Vintage Bookcases
Elm
1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s American French Provincial Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Iron
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Stainless Steel
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Macassar, Oak
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Steel
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Rosewood
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1920s American Mission Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1960s Late Victorian Vintage Bookcases
Mirror, Mahogany
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Plexiglass, Teak
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Concrete
1960s Dutch Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
1960s Scottish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1920s Scottish Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome, Steel
1960s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1920s Industrial Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak, Parchment Paper
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1960s American French Provincial Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Rosewood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm, Glass, Paint, Lacquer, Mirror, Wood
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1920s English Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1920s Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Brass, Steel
1960s French Campaign Vintage Bookcases
Steel
1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases
Concrete
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Leather, Elm
1960s Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1920s German Bauhaus Vintage Bookcases
Nickel
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Walnut, Burl
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum, Brass, Steel
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Mirror, Glass, Wood
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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