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Bookcases For Sale
Baker Furniture Georgian Burled Mahogany Drop Front Secretary Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Georgian or Chippendale style bureau with drop front secretary desk and bookcase hutch top By Baker Furniture USA, Late 20th...
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Late 20th Century American Georgian Bookcases

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Brass

Contemporary Shelving Room Divider "30/30 S" in Walnut by Casey Lurie Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
Part room divider, part bookcase, part screen, the "30/30" series is an extremely versatile shelving system. Named for the degrees of the alternately angled dividers which give the ...
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2010s North American Modern Bookcases

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Wood

Antique 3 Stack Barrister Bookcase by Globe Wernicke
Located in Freehold, NJ
This antique Globe Wernicke barrister bookcase features hardwood construction, original light cherry finish, three stack design, and sturdy wooden legs and base.
 Dimensions: 34.5w ...
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Early 20th Century American American Craftsman Bookcases

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Glass, Wood

Contemporary Shelving Room Divider "30/30 L" in Walnut by Casey Lurie Studio
Located in Chicago, IL
Part room divider, part bookcase, part screen, the "30/30" series is an extremely versatile shelving system. Named for the degrees of the alternately angled dividers which give the ...
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2010s North American Modern Bookcases

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Wood, Walnut

Kartell Sundial Modular Bookcase in Crystal and White by Nendo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Sundial is the bookcase whose dividing elements, placed in different directions, create a game of unexpected and original proportions.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

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Resin

Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs 'Välipala' Library
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Carl Gustaf Hiort af Ornäs for Huonekalu Mikko Nupponen, 'Välipala' bookcase, teak, lacquered wood , Finland, 1950s. Designed by the Finnish designer Carl Gustaf Hiort, this wall un...
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1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Wood, Teak

Japanese Taishō Period Open Bookshelf Sliding Doors, Curvy Shelf and Drawer
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Taisho period hinoki cypress wood cabinet from the early 20th century converted into an open bookshelf with wavy curving shelf, sliding doors...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Bookcases

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Cypress, Fabric

Jorge Zalszupin - Componivel bookcase
Located in PARIS, FR
JORGE ZALSZUPIN - COMPONIVEL BOOKCASE Jacaranda and cork for L'Atelier Moveis Brazil Circa 1959 H 150 x L 200 x D 40 cm Jorge Zalszupin, born in 1922 in Warsaw, Poland, became a lea...
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1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Metal

Rare Pair of Gillows Antique Quality Satinwood Waterfall Bookcases
Located in Suffolk, GB
Rare pair of Gillows antique quality satinwood waterfall bookcases having the original brass gallery above a satinwood open waterfall bookcase with crossbanded satinwood backs and to...
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19th Century English Antique Bookcases

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Satinwood

Pierre Chapo, Library B17b, France 1960
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Old edition of the B17b library in French Elm by Pierre Chapo, France 60'. Presented at the Salon des Arts Ménagers in 1967, this bookcase breaks the rules by placing the supports ab...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Elm

Opinion Ciatti Original Ptolomeo Medium Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original Ptolomeo is the free-standing bookcase that doesn’t require any further presentation: it is simple, revolutionary, innovative, as sudden as ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

19th Century English Glazed Bamboo Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880 19th century English Glazed Bamboo Cabinet sku 1521 W55 x D41 x H95 cm
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19th Century Antique Bookcases

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Bamboo

19th Century Black Painted Pine Bookcase Display Cabinet
Located in Round Top, TX
Black painted pine bookcase with carved arched bonnet or crown and two glass doors. Restored and ready for use. Later professionally painted in black which is lightly distressed to f...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Bookcases

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Glass, Pine, Paint

Daniel Pabst Walnut Renaissance Revival Victorian Three-Door Bookcase circa 1870
By Daniel Pabst
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
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1870s American Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases

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Walnut

Pair of English Étagères
Located in New York, NY
A pair of circa 1950's English etageres shelves with brass details. Measurements: Height: 37" Width: 34" Depth: 12.5"
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1950s English Vintage Bookcases

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Wood

Scandinavian Modern Open Bookshelf
Located in Westwood, NJ
With a modular grid of softly curved cubbies, it offers a visually striking backdrop for books, ceramics, or collected objects. The fluted frame is finished in a light Sandbar tone t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

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Wood

George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase
Located in Huntington, NY
This exceptional George III Mahogany Breakfront Bureau Bookcase with Glazed Doors, has wonderful flame & crotch grain Mahogany. Comprised of a large central cabinet, flanked by 2 sma...
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18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Large French Bleached Oak Display Cabinet Bookcase, circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
This dramatic bleached oak bookcase or display cabinet has four long glass panels and stands just over 10' tall and wide. Notice the turned columns, dramatic crown, and decorative ca...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Pair of Nightstands in Oak by Børge Mogensen, Made in Sweden
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of nightstands in oak with adjustable shelves. Designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson cabinetmakers. Made in Sweden in the 1960s. Great condition.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Oak

Baker Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Lighted Breakfront Bookcase
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style lighted breakfront bookcase or display cabinet By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Stunning carved mahogany, with mullioned glass front do...
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1980s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Vintage Pair of Italian Etageres / Bookcases
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of etageres / bookcases with three shelves below a top drawer.
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20th Century Italian Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Exceptional Painted Bookcase with Gold Leaf Carvings
Located in Vo', Veneto
Exceptional bookcase painted in blue and red with gold leaf carvings. Two large side pillars, with richly carved scrolls, lacquered and gilded wi...
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1810s Italian Folk Art Antique Bookcases

Materials

Fir

Cabinet of Curiosities Sculptural Wall Shelving Artwork, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Cabinet of curiosities of plaster figures and pieces in a wooden shelve. Made in Spain, circa 1950. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a...
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1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Wood

English Grand Library Cabinet Bookcase
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Large and luxurious 19th century English cabinet, wall unit crafted in mahogany with an architecturally significant design, featuring cornices, paneled doors, campaign brass hardware...
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Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

Victorian Mahogany Breakfront Open Bookcase
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Victorian Mahogany Triple Section Open Bookcase (c.1870) Item Code: 1040A A handsome and substantial Victorian mahogany open bookcase, dating to the mid-to-late 19th century, offerin...
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19th Century English Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

"Tecnica Library" Modular Shelving Bookcase by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Tecnica Library" is a shelving bookcase unit, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by Dessie', featuring six modules with antique nickel finis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Italian Iron & Teak Bookcase, 1950s
Located in London, GB
Italian iron & teak bookcase, 1950s An etagere or bookcase in enamelled metal rod with teak veneered shelving. Good original condition with small losses and chips to the veneer. ...
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20th Century Italian Bookcases

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Iron

1960s Teak Table Model Bookcase By Carl Axel Acking for Bodafors, Sweden
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Elegant teak table model bookcase with two drawers and adjustable shelfs. Build up in high quality materials and overall in good condition. Designed by Carl-Axel Acking for Bodafors,...
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Romweber French Provincial Louis XV Burl Wood Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Provincial Louis XV style breakfront bookcase cabinet or dining cabinet By Romweber USA, Circa 1920s Gorgeous book-matched exotic burl wood, with mullioned g...
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1920s American Louis XV Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Swedish Sky / Floor Bookcase in Teak and Brass, 1960s
Located in taranto, IT
Large Swedish sky / earth bookcase, original from the 1960s, made of teak with three compartments on four metal uprights, floor and ceiling fixing with brass elements, shelves and do...
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1960s Italian Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique French BlackLouis XVI Bookcase or China Cabinet c1800's Nicely Restored
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautifully Restored Antique French Bookcase or possible China Cabinet from the 1800's. The style seems to blend between Louis XVI with hints of Directoire. The black paint is accent...
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1890s French Directoire Antique Bookcases

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Glass, Wood, Paint

Chinese Chippendale Style Carved Mahogany Etagere - A Pair
Located in Bradenton, FL
This is a very nicely carved pair of Chinese Chippendale style carved mahogany etagere or bookcase. Carved all around with fretwork running down the frame. Three of the shelves are f...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Bookcases

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Mahogany

Contemporary Bookshelf Crafted from Wood
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Introducing a contemporary bookshelf with a unique shape, ingeniously crafted for effortless assembly without the need for tools or screws. Its ...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Bookcases

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Renaissance Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Renaissance Bookcase ~ Bibliotheque is a study in both classical architecture and artistic naturalistic embellishment, all rendered in dense, old-growth oak to la...
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1870s French Renaissance Revival Antique Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Oak

Globe Wernicke Bookcase
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Antique Globe Wernicke bookcase in very good condition. This is the most special version of the Globe Wernicke bookcases. Beautiful details with rich decoration and cut glass. also a...
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Early 1900s British Antique Bookcases

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Mahogany

Paul Evans Cityscape Brass and Glass Wall Mount Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul Evans Cityscape shelf with brass supports and glass shelf. In original condition with visible wear, consistent with age and use.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Large Italian Bookcase in Cherry and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Wall unit, cherry, brass, Italy, 1960s Hailing from a skilled artisan of Italy, this exceptional library unit excels in form, material use, composition, and craftsmanship. The bookc...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Vintage Italian Wood & Brass Mid-Century Modern Free-Standing Bookcase
Located in Varese, Lombardia
This bookcase was produced in Italy around the 1960s. It consists of 2 main wooden units with shelves and containers, joined together by a central chest of drawers and shelves. Remai...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

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Brass

Large open bookcase
Located in Cheshire, GB
Rosewood open bookcase, the large rectangular breakfront top having raised spindle gallery, above three bays of adjustable shelves, divided by twisting pilasters. All are raised on a...
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19th Century British Antique Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Large open bookcase
Large open bookcase
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Willy Guhl Concrete Cube Side Table, 1960s Switzerland
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a brutalist flare to your interior with this piece by Swiss architect Willy Guhl. A sculptural concrete cube with a hollow interior and curved edges, this object would make for a...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Bookcases

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Concrete

19thC English Glazed Oak Bookcase Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1870 19thC English Glazed Oak Bookcase Cabinet Adjustable Shelves and original hardware with good form and colour. With original Key for top cabine...
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1860s English Antique Bookcases

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Oak

19th Century French Bleached Oak Display Cabinet Bookcase
Located in Round Top, TX
This large bleached oak bookcase is statuesque in size and is impressive with carved panels, drawers, crown, turned columns and more. At just over 8' tall, the 3 glass door panes add...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases

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Glass, Oak

Antique Queen Anne Fantastic Quality Burr Walnut & Featherbanded Bureau Bookcase
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Queen Anne fantastic quality burr walnut and featherbanded bureau bookcase having a shaped moulded top with three original turned finals above a pair of burr walnut bevelled ...
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Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Antique Bookcases

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Walnut

GLOBE WERTNICKE Barrister Bookcase with leaded glass - Stickley Era - W7631
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
This is a SUPERB two-section set of Barrister Cases made by GLOBE WERNICKE in Cincinnati OH. It is their size D10 1/4. The set is in excellent condition with nice top leaded glass ...
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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Pair of Vintage English Chinoiserie Gold and Black Painted Small Bookcases
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Vintage English Chinoiserie-style black bookcases with two shelves each over a solid cabinet base painted with gold pastoral scenes of figures fishing next to a lake. (PRICED...
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20th Century British Chinoiserie Bookcases

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Wood

Opinion Ciatti Ptolomeo Art Large Bookcase
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ptolomeo Art is the last born in the Ptolomeo family and the extra large version of the famous bookcase, indeed thanks to its generous size can contain magazines, large format books,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Arched Display Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Industrial Modern-inspired statement piece that combines elegance and functionality. Crafted with a sturdy wooden frame, this cabinet features an eye-catching arched design ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pair Large 19thC English Ebonised & Bleached Carved Oak Bookcases
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890 Pair Large 19thC English Ebonised & Bleached Carved Oak Bookcases Price is each sku 1499B Left hand side cupboard Together W189 x D51 x H237cm Base W189 x D51 x H92cm Top ...
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19th Century Antique Bookcases

Materials

Oak

19th Century Large Swedish Pine Display Cabinet Bookcase
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish country 10' long pine display cabinet or bookcase in two sections. Two large sliding upper glass doors over four paneled sliding lower cabinet doors. Pine wood newer professi...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Pine, Paint

Danish Modern Bookcase With Drop Front Bar Cabinet
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1950s Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 39.5″ wide x 17.5″ deep (30" deep when opened) x 67.75″ tall
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Rosewood

Gian Franco Frattini Jatoba Book Mill pre Poltrona Frau
Located in Weesp, NL
Jatoba, Brazilian Cherry wood, Albero mid century modern book mill designed by Gian franco Frattini, pre Poltrona Frau. This unique Brazilian Cherry wood version has been made in th...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

George III English Antique Mahogany Bookcase Secretary Desk circa 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A very fine secretary desk of diminutive proportions, this fabulous form features an upper bookcase with a cove-molded cornice over a pair of glazed doors with eight panels each, these divided with original astragal moldings, opening to reveal an adjustable three-shelf space bookcase. The doors are beautifully embellished with fluted pilasters boasting Ionic capitals that are exquisitely detailed with rich undercutting. The lower case features a brushing slide situated over five rows of graduated drawers, the second from the top cleverly fitted with a green baize writing surface that pushes back to reveal storage space beneath while the faceted glass inkwell bottles (one missing the lid) and double trough pen tray are situated along the right side. The timbers selected for the case are above reproach and present with a ruby hue throughout that is incredibly appealing, this finished under a glowing silky French polish to the mahogany veneers throughout. The drawers are hung with period Georgian brasses...
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18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Italian Gothic Revival Bookcase or Display Cabinet Wood Glass & Plastic Accents
Located in Topeka, KS
Magnificent 1960’s Italian Gothic Revival walnut toned wood and glass extra-large bookcase or display cabinet with plastic accents. Comprised of 2 pieces, a top hutch with glass shel...
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1960s Italian Gothic Revival Vintage Bookcases

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Brass

English Mahogany Glass Front & Oval Inlaid Breakfront, circa 1800
Located in Charleston, SC
English mahogany breakfront with carved dental molding cornice, four upper case glass doors with arched serpentine mullions, adjustable interior shelving, flanking lower case oval in...
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Bookcases

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Glass, Mahogany

"E22" wooden bookcase by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno, Italy, 1960s
Located in Argelato, BO
Rare and extraordinary "E22" hanging bookcase designed by the great Italian designer Osvaldo Borsani (1911 - 1985) for Tecno, Italy, 1960s. The work bears the original Tecno sticker ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Ebonized Wooden Bookcase with Open Shelves
Located in San Francisco, CA
Solidly constructed ebonized wooden bookcase with four shelves. Open in the back and front. Inner shelves: 17.5" h 17.75" w Condition: Good. Minor wear consistent with age and use. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Antique Arts & Crafts Oak Four-Stack Barrister Bookcase by Gunn, circa 1920s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique Arts and Crafts four-stack barrister bookcase By Gunn USA, circa 1920s Quarter sawn oak, with glass front doors and brass hardware. Measures: 34.13"W x...
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1920s American Arts and Crafts Vintage Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Edwardian Walnut Revolving Bookcase
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this lovely antique Edwardian revolving bookcase with green leather top inset , good condition . Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. ...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Bookcases

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Leather, Oak

Country Estate Revolving Bookcase
Located in Annville, PA
A Country Estate Revolving Bookcase from Niagara Furniture with full grain leather top with a shaped molding surround, over top three dovetailed drawers and numerous supported storag...
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2010s Renaissance Bookcases

Materials

Wood

Monumental Carved Pine English Country Paint Decorated Bookshelf Bookcase
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a very very unique and rare custom-made English piece. The piece is made of antique elements with all of the charm that antiques have and re-designed to act as an enormous bo...
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Early 1900s English Georgian Antique Bookcases

Materials

Pine

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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