Bookcases
2010s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Walnut
1990s American Shaker Bookcases
Steel
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Plywood, Lacquer, Wood, Paint, Gesso
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
2010s French Louis Philippe Bookcases
Wood, Cherry, Oak
1980s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rattan
1970s Italian Bohemian Vintage Bookcases
Rattan, Bamboo
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Hardwood, Maple
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Bookcases
Brass, Stainless Steel
2010s American Modern Bookcases
Hardwood, Maple
21st Century and Contemporary French Bookcases
Laminate
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Glass, Wood
2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Steel
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Late 20th Century Italian French Provincial Bookcases
Brass
2010s German Modern Bookcases
Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Plastic
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
2010s Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Stainless Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo
2010s Modern Bookcases
Walnut
2010s American Regency Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s Federal Bookcases
Leather, Mahogany
2010s Portuguese Bookcases
Gold Leaf
21st Century and Contemporary American Bookcases
Metal, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
1980s Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Burl
1970s French Vintage Bookcases
Oak
2010s Portuguese Bookcases
Gold Leaf
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
2010s American Organic Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Fir
1970s French Space Age Vintage Bookcases
Chrome
2010s German Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
2010s Bookcases
Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Marble, Metal
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Crystal, Steel
2010s Emirian Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Fiberglass, Polystyrene, Lacquer, Paint
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rattan, Glass
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Paint, Lacquer, Plywood, Wood, Glass, Gesso
2010s Indonesian Bookcases
Mahogany
1980s Regency Vintage Bookcases
Satinwood
21st Century and Contemporary Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Concrete
1980s Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1970s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Carrara Marble
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
2010s American Bookcases
Plywood
21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Steel
1980s Indonesian Bohemian Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo, Rattan
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
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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