Bookcases
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rattan, Wood
Late 19th Century French Country Antique Bookcases
Wire
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Walnut
1890s Gothic Antique Bookcases
Glass, Wood
1970s Indian Moorish Vintage Bookcases
Reclaimed Wood
19th Century Dutch Antique Bookcases
Oak
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Bamboo
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
19th Century French French Provincial Antique Bookcases
Oak
Early 19th Century American American Classical Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
2010s North American Modern Bookcases
Wood
Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Bookcases
Wood
2010s North American Modern Bookcases
Wood, Walnut
Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Antique Bookcases
Pine, Paint
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Bookcases
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Walnut
19th Century Dutch Arts and Crafts Antique Bookcases
Brass
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Glass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Glass, Oak
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Bookcases
Glass, Oak, Paint
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases
Resin
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Elm
Early 20th Century Swedish Empire Bookcases
Birch
18th Century English George III Antique Bookcases
Bronze
Early 19th Century Irish Georgian Antique Bookcases
Brass
Late 19th Century French Baroque Antique Bookcases
Bronze
1880s English Antique Bookcases
Pine
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Bookcases
Leather, Oak
20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
20th Century Southeast Asian Chinoiserie Bookcases
Metal
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1780s English Georgian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany, Glass
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Bookcases
Cypress, Fabric
Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Bookcases
Rosewood
19th Century Antique Bookcases
Pine
20th Century French Empire Bookcases
Bronze
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Bookcases
Other
Mid-20th Century Chinese Chippendale Bookcases
Mahogany
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Bookcases
Cherry
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Bookcases
Wood
Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Antique Bookcases
Walnut
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Oak
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Ash
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
2010s Italian Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Bookcases
Brass
19th Century British Edwardian Antique Bookcases
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Bookcases
Birch
20th Century American Neoclassical 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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