Bookcases
20th Century Bookcases
Mahogany
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Rosewood
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century European Art Deco Bookcases
Chrome
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Oak, Glass
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal
20th Century American Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
20th Century English Sheraton Bookcases
Elm, Walnut
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Bookcases
Brass
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Wood, Mahogany
1980s British Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1950s English Neoclassical Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1950s French Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
1790s English George III Antique Bookcases
Brass
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Wood
Early 1900s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Bookcases
Oak
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
20th Century American Minimalist Bookcases
Chrome
20th Century Philippine Bohemian Bookcases
Rattan
1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Mahogany
Early 20th Century British Bookcases
Wood
1920s Vintage Bookcases
Bamboo
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century American Bookcases
Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Bohemian Bookcases
Rattan
20th Century Philippine Bohemian Bookcases
Bamboo
1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Bookcases
Laminate, Ash
20th Century Bohemian Bookcases
Bamboo
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Beech
20th Century British Bookcases
Hardwood
20th Century Philippine Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
20th Century American Bohemian Bookcases
Glass
1970s French Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Teak
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Bookcases
Glass, Walnut
1980s Italian Vintage Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan
20th Century Philippine Bohemian Bookcases
Bamboo
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Metal, Brass
1960s American Georgian Vintage Bookcases
Blown Glass, Satinwood
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Hardwood
20th Century American Post-Modern Bookcases
Glass
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Beech
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Brass
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Teak
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Brass
20th Century British Bookcases
Teak
20th Century English Georgian Bookcases
Wood
1970s Vintage Bookcases
Wicker, Rattan
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Bookcases
Glass, Macassar, Oak
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bookcases
Wood
Early 20th Century French Country Bookcases
Glass, Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Aluminum
1920s American Louis XV Vintage Bookcases
Brass
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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