Bookcases
2010s Italian Bookcases
Wood
19th Century Chinese Antique Bookcases
Wood
1830s French Antique Bookcases
Brass
19th Century English Victorian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
1990s Japonisme Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal, Nickel
1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1960s English Vintage Bookcases
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Elm
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Plastic, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Bookcases
Mahogany, Satinwood
Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Bookcases
Steel
Late 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
20th Century American Industrial Bookcases
Steel
Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Bookcases
Pine, Paint
1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases
Brass
20th Century Italian Bookcases
Iron
1960s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases
Brass, Steel
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Birch, Elm
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Bamboo
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Pine
Late 20th Century Italian Bookcases
Wood
1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Aluminum
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Wood
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
Early 20th Century Bookcases
Pine
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Oak
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1940s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s American French Provincial Vintage Bookcases
Oak
19th Century English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Oak
Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Bookcases
Brass, Bronze
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Steel
20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century English Chippendale Bookcases
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
1990s Unknown Other Bookcases
Bamboo
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Straw, Wood
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass, Steel
19th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Pine
Mid-20th Century Swedish Bookcases
Metal
20th Century French Georgian Bookcases
Glass, Pine
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Mahogany
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
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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